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Opened: February 13, 1996
Closing: March 31, 1996

Rent - 1996 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Tim Draxl, Robert Grubb & More Complete the Cast of SUNSET BOULEVARD in Australia, Starring Sarah Brightman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2024


See the full cast for Sunset Boulevard in Australia, starring Sarah Brightman. Learn about performance dates and see how to purchase tickets.

The Huntington Announces Cast And Creative Team Of JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024


The Huntington announces the cast and creative team of John Proctor is the Villain, a bold and sharply funny new play written by Kimberly Belflower and directed by Margot Bordelon. (527 Tremont St).

First Stage to Present THE LIGHTNING THIEF: The Percy Jackson Musical This February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024


Get ready for a thrilling theatrical ride when First Stage opens THE LIGHTNING THIEF: The Percy Jackson Musical on February 3, 2024 at the Marcus Center’s Todd Wehr Theater.

The Missoula Community Theatre Will Bring RENT To Its Stage, January 18-28
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2023


Missoula Community Theatre presents the R-rated rock opera RENT from January 18-28, 2024. Don't miss this thrilling production!

Broadway Icon Adam Pascal Announces Tour Date At Fox Cities P.A.C.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2023


Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced the addition of Adam Pascal to the Spotlight Series with a scheduled performance on Friday, March 8, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. in the Kimberly-Clark Theater. 

Cole Escola's OH, MARY! to be Presented at the Lucille Lortel Theatre This January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023


A limited Off-Broadway engagement will be presented of Oh, Mary!, a new and ridiculous comedy written by and starring Cole Escola (in their Off Broadway debut), the award-winning, viral writer and comedian known for “Search Party,” “The Other Two,” and more.

New Brisbane and Melbourne Performances of Smash-Hit Musical RENT On Sale This Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 3, 2023


New Brisbane and Melbourne performances of the smash-hit musical RENT are now on sale. Don't miss out on this multi-Tony Award-winning rock musical by Jonathan Larson. Limited season in Brisbane from Jan 27 - Feb 11, 2024, and in Melbourne from Feb 17 - Mar 7, 2024.

Anthony Rapp's WITHOUT YOU is Coming to Boston for Limited Two-Week Engagement
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2023


Actor Anthony Rapp is bringing his critically-acclaimed solo musical, WITHOUT YOU to Boston for two-week limited engagement, presented by ATG Colonial.

Cast Set For Australian Tour Of RENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2023


Check out the star-studded cast for the upcoming Australian tour of RENT! Find out where and when you can catch this Tony Award-winning rock musical, and get your tickets now for an unforgettable experience.

Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present IS IT THURSDAY YET? & More Dance Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023


The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. 

Landmark Theatres Brings RENT Back to the UK in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2023


La Vie Boheme, Rent Heads! Landmark Theatres are delighted to announce their debut production of Jonathan Larson’s Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical Rent which will open at Peterborough New Theatre on 20 June before visiting the Queen’s Theatre Barnstaple from 03 July.

Leslie Cuyjet's WITH MARION to Premiere at The Kitchen at Westbeth
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2023


Experience the world premiere of Leslie Cuyjet's 'With Marion' at The Kitchen at Westbeth. This innovative performance explores the life and legacy of Marion Cuyjet, a trailblazing dance educator. Don't miss this limited engagement from November 29th to December 2nd.

How Many Shows Have Premiered After the Writer Has Passed Away? 
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 29, 2023


This time, the reader question was: After seeing Here We Are, I’m wondering: have other shows premiered soon after one of the writers has passed away? 

RENT Comes to The Henry Clay in November
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023


Pandora Productions brings Jonathan Larson's award-winning musical production of RENT to The Henry Clay with performances November 3 - 19.

Debbie Gibson, KT Tunstall & More to Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY 30th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2023


Get ready for an electrifying night of music as Rockers on Broadway: 30th Anniversary adds new special guests, including Debbie Gibson. Don't miss the star-studded lineup at this highly anticipated event celebrating its milestone anniversary.

HERE LIES LOVE Featured On THEATER: ALL THE MOVING PARTS, September 29
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2023


This new episode of “THEATER: All the Moving Parts,” hosted by Patrick Pacheco, features Arielle Jacobs, Jose Llana, Jasmine Forsberg and Clint Ramos discussing some of the more controversial aspects of “Here Lies Love', which chronicles the stormy romance between the despotic Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos, and the people of the Philippines.

RENT to Open at At the Long Beach Playhouse This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Don't miss the highly anticipated production of RENT at the Long Beach Playhouse this month. Get all the details on dates and ticket information for this iconic musical.

Tickets Now on Sale For RENT in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023


Tickets are now on pre-sale for the Melbourne season of the multi-Tony Award winning rock musical by Jonathan Larson, RENT with GP tickets available from Thursday 28 September. The strictly limited Melbourne season runs from 17 February until 7 March 2024 at Arts Centre Melbourne. Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!

Bergen County Players Host RENT Post-Show Talkback and Q&A With Tony Award-Winning Wilson Jermaine Heredia
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2023


Join Bergen County Players for a post-show talkback and Q&A with Tony Award-winning Wilson Jermaine Heredia, original RENT cast member. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from the actor who originated the role of Angel. Get your tickets now for this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning rock musical.

Daphne Rubin-Vega and Tim Daly Will Lead THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2023


Daphne Rubin-Vega and Tim Daly Will Lead THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA Off-Broadway this December. Learn more about the play here!

Which Shows Had the Biggest Overhaul From Out-of-Town Tryout to Broadway Opening?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 24, 2023


This time, the reader question was: which Broadway shows had the biggest overhaul from their out-of-town tryout to their Broadway opening?

RENT Will Embark on Australian Tour in 2024
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2023


The multi-Tony Award winning rock musical by Jonathan Larson, RENT, will embark on a tour of Australia in 2024. Find out how to catch the show in a city near you!

KT Tunstall, LaChanze, Nick Fradiani & More to Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY at Sony Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2023


Grammy Award Nominee, KT Tunstall will join Rockers on Broadway as a special guest for their 30th Anniversary on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 8 pm at Sony Hall. See who else is performing, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Broadway Rewind: Adam Kantor Takes BroadwayWorld Backstage at RENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 7, 2023


Rewind to 2008 when the Broadway cast of Rent took BroadwayWorld behind the scenes!

South Bay Musical Theatre Announces Cast And Creative Team RENT
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2023


South Bay Musical Theatre has announced its upcoming production of RENT, a revolutionary musical written by the legendary Jonathan Larson that is one of only 10 Broadway musicals in history to win the coveted Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

Other Productions of Rent

1996   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
1996   Broadway Broadway Transfer
Broadway
1997   US Tour US National Tour (Benny Tour)
US Tour
1998   West End London Production
West End
2002   West End Return Engagement [West End]
West End
2005   US Tour NETWorks Tour
US Tour
2006   Broadway Reunion Concert
Broadway
2007   West End Revised London Production
West End
2009   US Tour The Broadway Tour [National Tour]
US Tour
2011   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2016   US Tour Non-Equity 20th Anniversary National Tour
US Tour
2016   West End West End Revival
West End
2019   Broadway FOX Live Televised Production
Broadway

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