Burn the Floor 2009

Run Time:
2 hours and 15 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: August 2, 2009
Closing: January 10, 2010

Burn the Floor - 2009 - Broadway History , Info & More

Burn the Floor, the electrifying Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular that has thrilled audiences in over 30 countries, will make its Broadway debut in a limited 12-week engagement in one of Broadway's most intimate venues, bringing audience members thisclose to the action and passion of the dancers. From Harlem's hot nights at The Savoy, where dances such as the Lindy, Foxtrot and Charleston were born, to the Latin Quarter where the Cha-Cha, Rumba and Salsa steamed up the stage, Burn the Floor takes audiences on a journey through the passionate drama of dance. The elegance of the Viennese Waltz, the exuberance of Jive, the intensity of the Paso Doble - audiences will experience them all, as well as the Tango, Samba, Mambo, Quickstep, and Swing. It's Ballroom dance with a sexy 21st century edge.

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MiG Ayesa Makes Broadway Debut in BURN THE FLOOR Tonight, 1/5
by Jessica Lewis - January 5, 2010


MiG AYESA will join the company of Broadway's sizzling dance sensation, BURN THE FLOOR tonight, making his Broadway debut as the show's male vocalist. His West End credits include lead roles in We Will Rock You, Rent, Thriller, Buddy. In Australia and on tour he played leading roles in Fame, Grease, Rent, Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, West Side Story and others. His film credits include Queen of the Damned and Subterano.

Derek Hough Makes Broadway Debut With BURN THE FLOOR For Performances 1/8-1/10; Show Closes January 10
by BWW News Desk - January 4, 2010


Dancing with the Stars' champion Derek Hough will make his Broadway debut in 'Burn the Floor' for the shows' last performances from January 8-10, at the Longacre Theatre. Hough will partner with Kym Johnson. Hough replaces Maksim Chmerkovskiy who will dance his final performance on January 7.

Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR Extends Through January 3, 2010
by BWW News Desk - January 3, 2010


The producers of BURN THE FLOOR, announced today that that the show will extend through January 3, 2010. The Latin and ballroom spectacular had originally announced a limited 12-week run. The first new show of the Broadway season, BURN THE FLOOR broke the box office record at the Longacre Theatre two weeks running. Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev of Fox's 'So You Think You Can Dance' joined the company on August 18.

Photo Coverage: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE's Murphy Joins BURN THE FLOOR
by Robert Diamond - December 23, 2009


Mary Murphy, the enthusiastic and passionate judge on 'So You Think You Can Dance,' made her Broadway debut on Tuesday, December 22nd when she joined the sizzling cast of BURN THE FLOOR, including current stars Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Kym Johnson of 'Dancing with the Stars.' Kym, who made her Broadway debut in BURN THE FLOOR on November 27th, took home this season's coveted DWTS Mirror Ball Trophy with partner Donny Osmond. Maks returns to the show after making his Broadway debut in BURN THE FLOOR in July.

'SYTYCD's' Mary Murphy Makes Broadway Debut in BURN THE FLOOR One Night Only, 12/22
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2009


The producers of Broadway's hottest hit announced today that Mary Murphy of FOX's 'So You Think You Can Dance' will make her Broadway debut for one night only on Tuesday, December 22nd at 7 PM, when she 'quicksteps' into the BURN THE FLOOR company at the Longacre Theatre. She will join the dance juggernaut that has taken Broadway by storm, breaking box office records and extending its limited engagement. The show, originally announced for a 12 week engagement, has been extended through January 3 2010. Mary Murphy will be partnered with ballroom champion Vaidas Skimelis.

Photo Coverage: Fatone, Bass and Sigler Visit BURN THE FLOOR
by Robert Diamond - December 19, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR was the first Broadway show of the new season and opened August, going on to break box office records at the Longacre Theatre. Initially scheduled for a 12 week run, the show has just announced its third and final extension through February 24 2010 before embarking on Australian, Asian and U.S. tours. Three additional guest stars to join the company for the show's final extension on Broadway are Mary Murphy, Edyta Sliwinska and Alec Mazo on January 12.

SYTYCD's Mary Murphy Joins BURN THE FLOOR, 12/22; Show to Close January 10
by Jessica Lewis - December 7, 2009


The producers of BURN THE FLOOR announced today that Mary Murphy of FOX's 'So You Think You Can Dance' will now perform in Broadway's sizzling dance show from December 22nd through January 10th, joining current stars Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Kym Johnson of ABC's 'Dancing with the Stars' on stage for the holidays. BURN THE FLOOR will now end its Broadway engagement on January 10th. The show had previously announced that its final performance would be on February 14th.

Photo Coverage: BURN THE FLOOR Sundae Honor at Serendipidy 3
by Ryan Burke - December 3, 2009


This morning, December 3rd, BURN THE FLOOR and Dancing with the Stars vets Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Kym Johnson got in touch with their sweet side at Serendipidy 3, indulging in some morning Sundaes the famed cafe named in ode to the show. Check out the pair's ice cream honor below!

DWTS Champ Kym Johnson Joins BURN THE FLOOR this Week, 11/27
by Jessica Lewis - November 25, 2009


The producers of Broadway's dance sensation, BURN THE FLOOR, announced today that Dancing with the Stars' pro Kym Johnson will close out her banner Thanksgiving week by making her Broadway debut in BURN THE FLOOR, at The Longacre Theatre. Earlier this week, she took home the mirror ball trophy with Donny Osmond on the hit dance competition series. Her first performance will be Friday November 27 at 2 PM. She will be partnered with DWTS' Maksim Chmerkovskiy, who made his Broadway debut in the show this summer.

BURN THE FLOOR In The News This Week
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 25, 2009


-Maks Chmerkovskiy on GMA Tomorrow - WCBS 2 News story airing on Sunday -Maks Chmerkovskiy and Kym Johnson Join the Show this Friday

BURN THE FLOOR Gets Final Extension Thru 2/14; Features Guest Stars Mary Murphy, Edyta Sliwinska & Alec Mazo
by Jessica Lewis - November 23, 2009


The producers of Broadway's dance sensation, BURN THE FLOOR, announced today that three new guest stars will join the company for the show's final extension on Broadway prior to an Australian, Asian and U.S. tour. On January 12, Mary Murphy of 'So You Think You Can Dance,' and Edyta Sliwinska and Alec Mazo of 'Dancing with the Stars' will become part of BURN THE FLOOR's electrifying cast. The Broadway engagement will close on February 14, 2010. The show opens in Melbourne Australia the following week. Cities and dates for the U.S. tour will be announced shortly.

Review - Burn The Floor: So You Think You Can Sit Through This
by Kristin Salaky - August 3, 2009


The 2009-10 Broadway season began with a shirtless man and a bikini-clad woman posed dramatically under a spinning disco ball. Soon after, similarly underdressed performers danced their way up and down the aisles of the Longacre Theatre in displays that suggested over-caffeination more than artistry.

BURN THE FLOOR Welcomes DWTS' Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Kym Johnson Post-Thanksgiving
by Jessica Lewis - October 29, 2009


The New York Post is reporting that DWTS' Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Kym Johnson will be dancing their way into Broadway's recently extended BURN THE FLOOR after Thanksgiving. A representative for the show has confirmed that the pair will perform through mid-January, 2010.

'SYTYCD's' Mary Murphy Makes Broadway Debut in BURN THE FLOOR One Night Only, 12/22
by Jessica Lewis - October 26, 2009


The producers of Broadway's hottest hit announced today that Mary Murphy of FOX's 'So You Think You Can Dance' will make her Broadway debut for one night only on Tuesday, December 22nd at 7 PM, when she 'quicksteps' into the BURN THE FLOOR company at the Longacre Theatre. She will join the dance juggernaut that has taken Broadway by storm, breaking box office records and extending its limited engagement. The show, originally announced for a 12 week engagement, has been extended through January 3 2010. Mary Murphy will be partnered with ballroom champion Vaidas Skimelis.

Photo Coverage: BURN THE FLOOR Celebrates Extension at Tony's DiNapoli
by Eddie Varley - October 22, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR is notable for two reasons: It was the first show of the new Broadway season when it opened this summer, and it's still 'heating up' the town. The gorgeous young cast celebrated the show's recent extension to January 3rd, 2010 with a party at Tony's DiNapoli (147 West 43rd Street) on Monday, October 20th.

BURN THE FLOOR Gets Extended Through 1/3/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 20, 2009


The producers of BURN THE FLOOR, announced today that the show will extend through January 3, 2010.

BURN THE FLOOR Extends Thru 1/3; Gets CBS 2 News Feature,10/18
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2009


Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR will be featured on CBS 2 News Sunday Morning this Sunday, October 18 at 8:46 AM when anchor Dana Tyler interviews company members Robin Windsor and Sarah Soriano. WCBS airs on Channel 2 in the tri-state area. In addition, the show has announced that it will extend its current run through January 3, 2010 due to popular demand.

BURN THE FLOOR Begins Performances Tonight 7/25 At Broadway's Longacre Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2009


BURN THE FLOOR, the electrifying Latin and Ballroom dance spectacular, begins performances tonight Saturday July 25 at 8 PM at Broadway's Longacre Theatre (220 W. 48 Street). BURN THE FLOOR has thrilled audiences in over 30 countries, and will be the first show of the new Broadway season, playing a limited 12-week engagement. Opening night is Sunday August 2, running through October 18.

BURN THE FLOOR Extends Thru 1/3; Gets CBS 2 News Feature,10/18
by Jeff Dennhardt - October 16, 2009


Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR will be featured on CBS 2 News Sunday Morning this Sunday, October 18 at 8:46 AM when anchor Dana Tyler interviews company members Robin Windsor and Sarah Soriano. WCBS airs on Channel 2 in the tri-state area. In addition, the show has announced that it will extend its current run through January 3, 2010 due to popular demand.

STAGE TUBE: BURN THE FLOOR Stars Garnis and Kovalev
by Eddie Varley - October 5, 2009


Anya Garnis and Pasha Kovalev, now on Broadway in BURN THE FLOOR, heated up Fox's Good Day New York on Friday, October 2nd and you can watch the segment right here on STAGE TUBE!

Carrie Ann Inaba Visits Cast Of BURN THE FLOOR
by Jessica Lewis - September 29, 2009


Taking time out of her busy schedule judging the new season of Dancing with the Stars, Carrie Ann Inaba flew to New York last Friday to see a performance of Broadway's Burn The Floor along with fellow producer Harley Medcalf and visit with the cast.

Burn the Floor' Extends Talkback Series Into Weekly Event, Held Every Tuesday After The 7pm Show
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 28, 2009


Due to the popularity of the first few post-show 'Talkbacks' with the cast and creators of Broadway's BURN THE FLOOR, the producers have announced that they will extend the event into a weekly series for the foreseeable future.

Burn the Floor FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Burn the Floor have there been?
Burn the Floor has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 2009 and West End which opened in 2013.

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