Doctor Zhivago 2015

Run Time:
Two hours and 40 minutes, One intermission
Ages: 8+
Opened: April 21, 2015
Closing: May 10, 2015

Doctor Zhivago - 2015 - Broadway History , Info & More

Broadway Theatre (Broadway)
1681 Broadway New York, NY

Doctor Zhivago is a heartbreaking epic romance, revolving around the search for love during the final days of Czarist Russia. Based on the Nobel Prize-winning novel and the Academy Award-winning classic, this sweeping saga of romance and revolution now comes to the stage as a stunning new Broadway musical. An honored and acclaimed team of Broadway's best creative visionaries brings the classic story to the stage lead by two-time Tony Award winning director Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys).

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Doctor Zhivago on Broadway: EW review
5 / 10

Sadly, you never quite believe over the course of the misguided musical version of Doctor Zhivago that there's any great romance -- much less a spark of attraction -- between the poet-physician Yurii Zhivago (Tam Mutu) and his alleged paramour, the idealistic nurse Lara (Kelli Barrett). Mutu...is smoldering and strong, but as with any functional relationship, needs someone his equal. While Barrett's singing voice is undeniably beautiful, she seems to believe every line out of a Russian love story deserves overwrought delivery...Two-time Tony-winning director Des McAnuff...doesn't do the show any favors with dull staging, overuse of projections...and far too many deafeningly-loud explosives through battle scenes...While we're on the subject of auditory unfortunateness, Lucy Simon's score and Michael Korie and Amy Powers' lyrics are haunting at their finest (and admittedly, rarest) moments and just plain boring at their worst.

Boris Pasternak Would Not Be Proud of ‘Doctor Zhivago’
5 / 10

Oh, the agony of it all. Wolves howl. Snow falls. Grenades explode. Guns blare. Vodka flows. Bodies fall. Marching boots stomp. Depressed and dying lovers search the Russian steppes for each other in vain, mournfully moaning lyrics that make no sense. Cue the violins, sawing away on atonal melodies nobody can remember. And somewhere, between one world war, one revolution, one civil war, one Red Army, one White Army, the fall of the Germans and the arrival of the Communists, an ambitious saga of tedium unfolds on the stage of the Broadway Theatre called Doctor Zhivago. You can hardly hear it for the snoring...The musical, clumsily directed by Des McAnuff...also sprawls, in all the wrong directions. Zhivago, imported from London, is somebody called Tam Mutu, who sports a strong voice like a bus-and-truck Alfred Drake, and with zero charisma...He leaves the details of stealing the show to Paul Alexander Nolan, who plays a villain with a handsome, lethal bravado that makes you understand why Lara fell for him in the first place.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Lucy Simon
by BWW Staff - May 8, 2015

In this week's edition, we caught up with Lucy Simon, composer of Doctor Zhivago, currently playing at the Broadway Theatre.

Snowed In... DOCTOR ZHIVAGO to Close on Broadway This Sunday
by BWW News Desk - May 4, 2015

The new musical DOCTOR ZHIVAGO will play its final performance at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway), Sunday May 10, 2015. DOCTOR ZHIVAGO will have played 26 preview and 23 regular performances.

Brand New Backstage Video Featurette For DOCTOR ZHIVAGO
by Pat Cerasaro - April 30, 2015

Get a sneak peek at Doctor Zhivago!

BWW TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of DOCTOR ZHIVAGO!
by TV - Red Carpets - April 22, 2015

Based on Boris Pasternak's Nobel Prize-winning 20th-century epic Russian masterpiece, Doctor Zhivago is directed by Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Michael Weller (Ragtime), music byLucy Simon (The Secret Garden), lyrics by Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Kelly Devine (Rocky). The musical officially opened at the Broadway Theatre last night, April 21, 2015, and BroadwayWorld'S Richard Ridge was on the red carpet before the curtain went up, and below, you can check out interviews with Nikki M. James, Jarrod Spector, Omar Sharif Jr., Judith Light and more!

Photo Coverage: Inside DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Opening Night Theatre Arrivals!
by Walter McBride - April 22, 2015

Based on Boris Pasternak's Nobel Prize-winning 20th-century epic Russian masterpiece, Doctor Zhivago is directed by Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Michael Weller (Ragtime), music byLucy Simon (The Secret Garden), lyrics by Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Kelly Devine (Rocky). The musical officially opened at the Broadway Theatre last night, April 21, 2015, and BroadwayWorld was there for the big night. Check out photos from red carpet theatre arrivals below!

BWW TV: A Russian Romance- Chatting with the Cast of DOCTOR ZHIVAGO on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - April 22, 2015

Based on Boris Pasternak's Nobel Prize-winning 20th-century epic Russian masterpiece, Doctor Zhivago is directed by Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Michael Weller (Ragtime), music byLucy Simon (The Secret Garden), lyrics by Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Kelly Devine (Rocky). The musical officially opened at the Broadway Theatre last night, April 21, 2015, and BroadwayWorld was there for the big night. Check out interviews with the full gang after the curtain went down below!

Photo Coverage: Go Inside the DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Opening Night After Party!
by Walter McBride - April 22, 2015

Based on Boris Pasternak's Nobel Prize-winning 20th-century epic Russian masterpiece, Doctor Zhivago is directed by Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Michael Weller (Ragtime), music byLucy Simon (The Secret Garden), lyrics by Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Kelly Devine (Rocky). The musical officially opened at the Broadway Theatre last night, April 21, 2015, and BroadwayWorld was there for the big night. Check out photos from the after party below!

BWW Reviews: Unbearably Bland DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Can Use a Show Doctor
by Michael Dale - April 22, 2015

If it weren't for the book, music and lyrics, this would be a pretty terrific show.

Photo Coverage: DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Company Takes Opening Night Bows!
by Walter McBride - April 22, 2015

Based on Boris Pasternak's Nobel Prize-winning 20th-century epic Russian masterpiece, Doctor Zhivago is directed by Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Michael Weller (Ragtime), music by Lucy Simon (The Secret Garden), lyrics by Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Kelly Devine (Rocky). The musical officially opened at the Broadway Theatre last night, April 21, 2015, and BroadwayWorld was there for the big night. Check out photos from the curtain call below!

Review Roundup: DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - April 21, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO officially opens at the Broadway Theatre tonight, April 21, 2015. Let's see what the critics had to say...

In Performance Video: DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Kelli Barrett Performs 'He's There'
by Caryn Robbins - April 21, 2015

This week's New York Times In Performance video features DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Kelli Barrett performing the number 'He's There' from the new Broadway musical which official opens tonight at the Broadway Theater.

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Officially Opens on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO officially opens at the Broadway Theatre tonight, April 21, 2015.

Russian Revolution! Meet the Full Cast of DOCTOR ZHIVAGO, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - April 21, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO officially opens at the Broadway Theatre tonight, April 21, 2015. Scroll down to learn more about the company and watch interviews with the cast!

BWW TV: First Look- Tam Mutu, Kelli Barrett, and More in DOCTOR ZHIVAGO
by Sally Henry Fuller - April 19, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO, based on Boris Pasternak's Nobel Prize-winning 20th-century epic Russian masterpiece, is directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Academy Award nominee Michael Weller (Ragtime), music by two-time Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Lucy Simon (The Secret Garden), lyrics by Tony Award nominee Michael Korie(Grey Gardens) and Emmy Award nominee Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Tony Award nominee Kelly Devine (Rocky). BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the production below!

92Y to Welcome DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Cast & Creative Team in May
by Tyler Peterson - April 15, 2015

92Y presents an evening of conversation and musical performances from the cast and creative team of the new Broadway musical Doctor Zhivago, as they discuss bringing this timeless tale of romance and revolution to the Broadway stage. Stars Tam Mutu (Yurii Zhivago) and Kelli Barrett (Lara Guishar) perform songs from the new show; they also join composer Lucy Simon (a two-time Grammy winner and Tony nominee for The Secret Garden) and director Des McAnuff (the Tony-winning director of Jersey Boys) to discuss bringing Boris Pasternak's classic tale to the stage, and making Doctor Zhivago sing. The conversation is moderated by Howard Sherman, U.S. correspondent for The Stage in London.

Photo Flash: First Look at Tam Mutu, Kelli Barrett & More in DOCTOR ZHIVAGO on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - April 15, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO, based on Boris Pasternak's Nobel Prize-winning 20th-century epic Russian masterpiece, is directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Academy Award nominee Michael Weller (Ragtime), music by two-time Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Lucy Simon (The Secret Garden), lyrics by Tony Award nominee Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Emmy Award nominee Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Tony Award nominee Kelly Devine (Rocky). BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the production below!

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Will Resume Performances on Broadway Tonight
by Tyler Peterson - April 3, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO will be back on Broadway duty tonight, April 3, BroadwayWorld has confirmed. Following the cancellation of last night's preview due to leading man Tam Mutu's illness, performances will officially resume tonight at the Broadway Theatre with Mutu's understudy, Bradley Dean, in the role of Yurii Zhivago.

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Paul Alexander Nolan to Perform 'God Bless America' at Yankee's Home Opener
by Tyler Peterson - April 3, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Paul Alexander Nolan will kick-off the New York Yankee's 2015 season by singing 'God Bless America' during the 7th Inning Stretch at their home opener against Toronto's Blue Jays. The highly anticipated new Broadway musical DOCTOR ZHIVAGO is now playing at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway) and officially opens on Tuesday, April 21.

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Cancels Tonight's Preview; Tam Mutu Out Due to Illness
by Nicole Rosky - April 2, 2015

Broadway World has just learned that tonight's preview performance new Broadway musical Doctor Zhivago has been cancelled. A show representative confirmed: 'Tam Mutu is out of the show due to illness. With less than a week of preview performances to date, there has not been time to prepare the understudy. Performances will resume tomorrow, Friday, April 3rd at 8pm. Tickets for tonight's performance can be exchanged at point of purchase.'

STAGE TUBE: Seth Meyers Recounts His Parents' Trip to DOCTOR ZHIVAGO!
by Nicole Rosky - March 31, 2015

Directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, the highly anticipated new Broadway musical Doctor Zhivago is currently in previews and will open on Tuesday, April 21 at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). On Last night's episode of 'Late Night,' Seth Meyers told a hilarious story about his parents' recent trip to the show. Find out what went down below!

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO's Russian Romance Takes Over Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2015

Directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, the highly anticipated new Broadway musical Doctor Zhivago begins performances tonight, March 27. The new musical that will officially open on Tuesday, April 21 at the Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway).

Photo Flash: DOCTOR ZHIVAGO Cast Bundles Up for Broadway; Rush Policy Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - March 26, 2015

Directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, the highly anticipated new Broadway musical DOCTOR ZHIVAGO begins performancetomorrow, Friday, March 27, and has announced a '$35 Under 30' rush ticket policy for the new musical that will officially open on Tuesday, April 21 at theBroadway Theatre (1681 Broadway). A limited number of $35 tickets (inclusive of $2 facility fee) for patrons ages 30 and under will be available for each performance when the box office opens for that day's performance (s) with valid photo identification. Patrons are limited to two tickets per person.

Broadway's DOCTOR ZHIVAGO to Host Special Preview Benefiting Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research
by Tyler Peterson - March 25, 2015

Broadway's DOCTOR ZHIVAGO will give a little back to the community. Broadway's DOCTOR ZHIVAGO will give a little back to the New York community.

BWW TV: Behind the Scenes with the Stars of DOCTOR ZHIVAGO - Leading Lady Kelli Barrett!
by TV - Press Previews - March 24, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO will begin performances on Friday, March 27, 2015, and open on Tuesday, April 21, 2015, at 6:30pm, at the Broadway Theatre. Doctor Zhivago is directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Academy Award nominee Michael Weller(Ragtime), music by two-time Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Lucy Simon(The Secret Garden), lyrics by Tony Award nominee Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Emmy Award nominee Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Tony Award nominee Kelly Devine (Rocky). Below, watch the next installment in a series of 'Meet the Actors' videos to learn more about leading lady Kelli Barrett!

STAGE TUBE: New Promo for Broadway's DOCTOR ZHIVAGO; Performances Begin This Week!
by Tyler Peterson - March 23, 2015

DOCTOR ZHIVAGO begins performances on Broadway later this week on Friday, March 27, 2015, and will open on Tuesday, April 21, 2015, at 6:30pm, at the Broadway Theatre. Doctor Zhivago is directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys), with a book by Academy Award nominee Michael Weller(Ragtime), music by two-time Grammy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Lucy Simon(The Secret Garden), lyrics by Tony Award nominee Michael Korie (Grey Gardens) and Emmy Award nominee Amy Powers (Ella Enchanted), and choreography by Tony Award nominee Kelly Devine (Rocky).

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Doctor Zhivago has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 2015.
Doctor Zhivago has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Tam Mutu.

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