The Imbible: A Spirited History of Drinking 2021

Run Time:
1 hour and 45 minutes
Ages: 21+
Opened: 2021

The Imbible: A Spirited History of Drinking - 2021 - Immersive History , Info & More

Soho Playhouse
15 Vandam Street New York, NY 10013

The hit musical comedy... with cocktails --now in its third smash year!

"One of the five best things to do in New York City! -NewYork.com

The drinks are on us as you join world-renowned mixologist and raconteur Anthony Caporale for a boozy romp through the history of spirits and cocktails in this critically-acclaimed, smash-hit musical comedy with drinks! Get your tickets early as this show sells out weekly – three complimentary craft cocktails are included!

Now playing at New World Stages, The Imbible sweeps audiences along a 10,000-year journey through history and across the globe accompanied by craft cocktails and the vocal stylings of The Backwaiters acapella group! Sit back and enjoy the music and drinks while Anthony holds forth on the history and science behind alcoholic beverages, traces their economic and political impact on our cultural development, conducts live demonstrations of brewing beer and distilling spirits, and – like any good bartender – keeps his guests laughing throughout the night! Combining Anthony's encyclopedic knowledge of beverage history and decades of bartending experience with his legendary skills as a storyteller and entertainer, The Imbible treats audiences to a completely original and thoroughly enjoyable evening of immersive theatre utterly unlike anything they’ve ever experienced!

"Absolutely must-do in NYC!" -Thrillist

Get your tickets early, as this show sells out weekly!

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THE IMBIBLE: A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING Celebrates 4th Anniversary
by Julie Musbach - August 14, 2018


On August 8th, 2014, THE IMBIBLE: A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING opened at the New York International Fringe Festival for what was supposed to be a five-performance run. Following sold-out FringeNYC and Fringe Encore engagements, a front-page feature in the Arts section of The New York Times, and three hit sequels, the show moved to an open run at New World Stages.

THE IMBIBLE's Holiday Show Opens Tonight Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2017


The Imbible: Christmas Carol Cocktails opens tonight, November 17th, for a holiday run through December 30th, 2017.

Sip on Cocktails Past, Present & Future with THE IMBIBLE's Holiday Show
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2017


THE IMBIBLE's holiday show is back for its third smash year. Scrooge learns about cocktails past, present, and future!

THE IMBIBLE to Play 500th Performance This Week Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - August 1, 2017


Anthony Caporale's smash hit musical comedy THE IMBIBLE: A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING will celebrate a milestone 500th performance on Thursday, August 3, 2017, and three years of performances on August 8th.

The Broadwaysted Podcast Gets 'Another Round' with the Cast of THE IMBIBLE
by Broadwaysted - May 12, 2017


This week the Broadwaysted Crew is pouring out 'Another Round' with the cast and creators of THE IMBIBLE playing now at New World Stages! We're drinking at Jasper's in Midtown and chatting about their unique show that is best described as a 'musical comedy TED Talks' experience--with lots of booze (right up our alley!) We all chat about the difference between bartenders and mixologists, tell our best bar jokes, and discuss THE IMBIBLE's journey from seminars to stage.

THE IMBIBLE Announces New Brunch Edition DAY DRINKING
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2017


As rave reviews continue to pour in for THE IMBIBLE: A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING, producers for the show have announced THE IMBIBLE: DAY DRINKING, a new brunch edition of the smash hit musical comedy that serves up a continental breakfast while pouring over the history and social importance of brunch and its most beloved drinks - Bellini's, Bloody Mary's & Irish Coffee - all of which are included in the show, along with a customize-your-own Bloody Mary Bar!

VIDEO: Watch the Premiere of BROADWAY BARTENDER, Live at 10PM!
by Nicole Rosky - March 30, 2017


Broadway Bartender is a brand new weekly video webcast hosted by Anthony Caporale, the creator and star of The Imbible: A Spirited History of Drinking, currently in an open-ended run at New World Stages. The series will launch tonight, March 30, at 10PM EST, featuring guests from Broadway's SCHOOL OF ROCK. 

VIDEO: THE IMBIBLE Creator to Launch BROADWAY BARTENDER Series with Cast of SCHOOL OF ROCK; Watch the Trailer!
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2017


Broadway Bartender is a brand new weekly video webcast hosted by Anthony Caporale, the creator and star of The Imbible: A Spirited History of Drinking, currently in an open-ended run at New World Stages. The series will launch tomorrow night, March 30, at 10PM EST on BeTerrific.com, featuring guests from Broadway's SCHOOL OF ROCK. Watch a promo for the show below!

Raise a Glass! 'THE IMBIBLE' Pours Into New World Stages Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2017


Broadway Theatre Studios presents the smash hit musical comedy THE IMBIBLE: A SPIRITED HISTORY OF DRINKING uptown for an open-ended run at New World Stages, celebrating its official opening night tonight, February 17.

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