Finding Neverland 2015

Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: April 15, 2015
Closing: August 21, 2016

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Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway)
205 West 46th St. New York, NY

Based on the Miramax motion picture by David Magee and the play The Man Who Was Peter Pan by Allan Knee, Finding Neverland follows the relationship between playwright J. M. Barrie and the family that inspired Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up, one of the most beloved stories of all time.

Final Broadway performance August 21.

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Finding Neverland
4 / 10

Manic, childish applause might cure the poisoned fairy Tinker Bell, but it's not medicine enough for Finding Neverland, the awkward, garish and manipulative musical...Show-doctored into a state of shrill mediocrity, the patient can barely walk, let alone fly...This being a family musical competing with the superior Wicked, Matilda and others, nonexistent drama has been drummed up (along with the volume, in Jonathan Deans's oppressive sound design) to justify two acts about a successful writer's new project and his crush on a sickly widow. Some of the cartoonish overacting and second-act plucking of heartstrings might be forgiven if the score were enchanting, but Gary Barlow and Eliot Kennedy's tunes (a mix of Britpop and pseudo-music-hall) are generic and burdened by cheap, trite lyrics. When the brightest element in Diane Paulus's tacky staging is Kelsey Grammer as a curmudgeonly producer, you know it's time to get the hook.

‘Glee’ star Matthew Morrison works tirelessly to drive overbearing ‘Finding Neverland’
6 / 10

Surprisingly, there's no riff on singing at regionals, even though this new musical also stars Matthew Morrison, a?k?a Mr. Will Schuester of 'Glee.' That's pretty much the only sign of restraint in this overstuffed production...Holding it all together is Morrison. Sporting a beard and Scottish burr, he's tireless, if not especially charismatic, as J.M. Barrie...Barlow and Kennedy dutifully deliver the obligatory power ballads...but their heart is in the faster, livelier ensemble songs...Too bad Michaels' choreography has all the zest of vintage MTV. What's most striking is how a show about the power of whimsy and imagination is so lacking in both. Paulus and Company don't trust intimacy and charm, so everything is overplayed -- despite the advice to an actor rehearsing Barrie's 'Peter Pan' to go 'smaller.' Peter Pan taught others to free themselves and fly. For most of its running time, 'Finding Neverland' remains stuck to the ground.

STAGE TUBE: FINDING NEVERLAND Cast Says Goodbye in Epic 23 Minute Video
by Ashlee Latimer - August 21, 2016

After 33 previews and 565 performances, the Broadway production of Finding Neverland takes its final trip to Neverland today. Original cast member, Jonathan Ritter, who has been with the production since its out-of-town tryout at the American Repertory Theater, posted a goodbye video on YouTube for fans of the show. The 23-minute video features behind-the-scenes footage from the production's final days on Broadway, as well as interviews with the cast and the director, Diane Paulus,

BWW Flashback: FINDING NEVERLAND Flies Away from Broadway Today!
by Marissa Sblendorio - August 21, 2016

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, after a year and a half of performances, Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND will play its final performance at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater today, August 21, 2016. The production will have played 33 previews and 565 performances and will transfer to London's West End to open in the spring of 2017. 

FINDING NEVERLAND Enters Final Weeks on Broadway Before Flying Away on Tour
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2016

As previously announced, Broadway's Finding Neverland, the magical story of how Peter became Pan, will soon be leaving the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 46th Street, between Broadway and 8th Avenue), sailing off August 21, 2016 for a First National U.S. Tour and forthcoming 2017 West End production.

VIDEO: FINDING NEVERLAND's Carolee Carmello Shares Her Dressing Room View
by Michael Dale - August 10, 2016

A dressing room with a window is a rarity says the FINDING NEVERLAND star.

Photo Flash: FINDING NEVERLAND Dedicates Matinee to Fan's Memory
by BWW News Desk - August 8, 2016

This Saturday, August 6th, Keri Flaccomio attended a matinee of FINDING NEVERLAND with her best friend named Jessica Leva, who recently lost her fiance Zack to T-cell lymphoma, which was likely caused by the medication he was taking for his Crohn's disease. After hearing Keri's story, FINDING NEVRLAND decided to dedicate Saturday's matinee to Zack's memory. Star Tony Yazbeck made a speech at the end of the show, and Keri, Jessica and their family had a chance to meet the rest of the cast backstage. Scroll down for photos!

BWW TV: FINDING NEVERLAND Cast Flies to Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - July 17, 2016

In attendance today was the cast of FINDING NEVERLAND (Laura Michelle Kelly, Jackson Demott Hill, Christopher Paul Richards, Jack McCarthy, Eli Tokash, and Alex Dreier) who performed the songs 'Stars,' 'Neverland,' and 'All That Matters.' Check out highlights below!

TWITTER WATCH: FINDING NEVERLAND's Carolee Carmello Sends A Second Warning: She's Back!
by Michael Dale - July 5, 2016

After playing a woman who couldn't age in TUCK EVERLASTING, she's returning to the show about the boy who wouldn't grow up.

TWITTER WATCH: FINDING NEVERLAND's Carolee Carmello Warns 'This Grandma Is Back!'
by Michael Dale - June 28, 2016

After playing a woman who couldn't age in TUCK EVERLASTING, she's returning to the show about the boy who wouldn't grow up.

JUST IN: Tony Yazbeck to Return to FINDING NEVERLAND This Friday!
by Caryn Robbins - June 8, 2016

Tony Yazbeck stopped by this morning's 'Today' to announce the news that he will be returning to the role of author 'J.M. Barrie' in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND, beginning this Friday, June 10th.

Tony Winner Alfie Boe Performs FINDING NEVERLAND on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - May 9, 2016

Tony Winner Alfie Boe stopped by this morning's 'Today' to perform the title song from Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND. The actor recently stepped into the role of author 'J.M. Barrie' in the production.

FINDING NEVERLAND to Close on Broadway 8/21; Announces West End Production, National Tour, and Film!
by Alan Henry - May 5, 2016

After a year and a half of performances, Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND will play its final performance at the Lunt-Fontanne Theater on Sunday, August 21, 2016.  The production will transfer to London's West End to open in the spring of 2017. Full details of the London production will be announced next month with tickets for the show going on sale in the summer.

Photo Flash: Marc Kudisch, Sally Ann Triplett & Alfie Boe Join FINDING NEVERLAND!
by Nicole Rosky - April 21, 2016

FINDING NEVERLAND, the story of how Peter became Pan, celebrated the arrival of its three latest stars following the performance on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Three time Tony Award-nominee Marc Kudisch, Sally Ann Triplett, and Tony Award-winner Alfie Boe celebrated with the rest of the company over a slice of Neverland themed cake, courtesy of The Cake Boss. Check out a photo from the celebration below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Alfie Boe in FINDING NEVERLAND!
by Nicole Rosky - April 14, 2016

Tony Award-winner Alfie Boe, the British tenor acclaimed for his role as 'Jean Valjean' in the widely watched 2010 25th anniversary special televised concert at London's O2 arena of LES MISERABLES, again in the West End's 2011 production, and in Broadway's current revival, recently took over the role of 'J.M. Barrie' in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Boe in action!

Official: Marc Kudisch Will Step Into FINDING NEVERLAND on April 12
by Nicole Rosky - April 6, 2016

Tony-nominated Broadway favorite Marc Kudisch will step into the duo roles of Charles Frohman and Captain James Hook in the hit Broadway musical Finding Neverland, the story of how Peter became Pan, beginning Tuesday, April 12. As previously announced, ensemble member Paul Slade Smith will play both roles until Kudisch steps into role. For tickets and more information, please visit www.FindingNeverlandThe Musical.com.

Marc Kudisch Will Fly to FINDING NEVERLAND as the Next Captain Hook
by Nicole Rosky - April 5, 2016

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Emmy and Golden Globe award winner Kelsey Grammer recently took his final bow as Charles Frohman/Hook in Broadway's Finding Neverland on April 3rd. Grammer returned to the role on January 19th of this year after a brief hiatus. Paul Slade Smith will take over the role temporarily beginning this week. Sources have told us that Broadway favorite Marc Kusdisch will take on the role next, officially joining the company on April 12.

Emmy Winner Kelsey Grammer Ends Run in FINDING NEVERLAND Today
by Louisa Brady - April 3, 2016

Emmy and Golden Globe award winner Kelsey Grammer is taking his final bow as Charles Frohman/Hook in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND today, April 3rd. Grammer returned to the role on January 19th of this year after a brief hiatus. He originated the role when the production opened on Broadway in March of last year and garnered wide acclaim. 

Photo Coverage: Alfie Boe Takes First Bows in FINDING NEVERLAND
by Jennifer Broski - March 30, 2016

Tony Award-winner Alfie Boe, the British tenor acclaimed for his role as 'Jean Valjean' in the widely watched 2010 25th anniversary special televised concert at London's O2 arena of LES MISERABLES, again in the West End's 2011 production, and in Broadway's current revival, just took over the role of 'J.M. Barrie' in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from his first official curtain call!

Alfie Boe Flies Into Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND as 'J.M. Barrie' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2016

Tony Award-winner Alfie Boe, the British tenor acclaimed for his role as 'Jean Valjean' in the widely watched 2010 25th anniversary special televised concert at London's O2 arena of LES MISERABLES, again in the West End's 2011 production, and in Broadway's current revival, takes over the role of 'J.M. Barrie' in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND tonight, March, 29.

Paul Slade Smith Will Temporarily Replace Kelsey Grammer in FINDING NEVERLAND
by Nora Dominick - March 25, 2016

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Paul Slade Smith, who originated the role of Mr. Henshaw in Broadway's Finding Neverland, will succeed Kelsey Grammer in the role of Charles Frohman/Captain Hook starting April 5th. 

Kelsey Grammer Extends Stay as 'Hook' in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND
by BWW News Desk - March 4, 2016

Following last night's rumor that Kelsey Grammer could be flying across the pond to join FINDING NEVERLAND in London, the Broadway production has announced that the Emmy Award-winner will remain onstage in New York City for an extra week, through Sunday, April 3.

Hook Sails to London? Kelsey Grammer in Talks to Join Alfie Boe in West End's FINDING NEVERLAND
by Jessica Khan - March 3, 2016

Neverland is wherever you make it! And rumor is Broadway's Captain Hook could be flying across the pond to join FINDING NEVERLAND when it returns to London in January 2017.

Robin Hood Students Get First Broadway Experience at Tomorrow's FINDING NEVERLAND
by BWW News Desk - March 2, 2016

In advance of its one-year Broadway anniversary on March 15, FINDING NEVERLAND has announced a partnership with The Robin Hood Foundation, NYC's largest poverty-fighting organization, to give hundreds of low-income youth their first Broadway experience.

STAGE TUBE: Watch FINDING NEVERLAND's Tony Yazbeck Perform Titular Song 'Neverland'
by Marissa Sblendorio - March 1, 2016

Current star of FINDING NEVERLAND, Tony Yazbeck, took time out of his busy schedule, between releasing his new album and starring as J.M. Barrie, to lend his singing voice to Pix11 Morning News. Check out Tony's rendition of 'Neverland' below! 

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Finding Neverland has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 2015, US Tour which opened in 2016 and West End which opened in 2017.
Finding Neverland has been nominated for several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Kelsey Grammer and Matthew Morrison. The show was also nominated for Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards.

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