The Fantasticks Revival 2006

Run Time:
Two hours and five minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 5+
Opened: August 23, 2006
Closing: June 04, 2017

The Fantasticks - 2006 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Snapple Theater Center / Jerry Orbach Theater
210 West 50th Street New York, NY 10001

The Fantasticks, by Tom Jones & Harvey Schmidt, is the world's longest running musical- running for over 52 years in Manhattan and entrancing generations of audiences the world over.

The Fantasticks is a funny and romantic musical about a boy, a girl, two fathers and a wall. The narrator, El Gallo, originally played by Jerry Orbach, asks the audience to use their imagination and follow him into a world of moonlight and magic. The boy and the girl fall in love, grow apart, and finally find their way back to each other after realizing the truth in El Gallo's words that "without a hurt, the heart is hollow."

The famous score, which includes the classics Try To Remember, They Were You and Soon It's Gonna Rain, is as timeless as the story itself.

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Tom Jones Restages Darker Version of 'Round and Round' in THE FANTASTICKS
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017

Playwright Tom Jones is making some changes to his 57-year-old musical THE FANTASTICKS. Mr. Jones has done a little bit of rewriting of the musical number "Round and Round" which he has always felt never quite conveyed the darker elements he intended.

THE FANTASTICKS to Celebrate 57th Anniversary This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2017

Off Broadway's longest running musical, The Fantasticks will celebrate its 57th Anniversary on Wednesday, May 3rd at 7PM.

Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS to Close this June
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2017

 Producers of Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS have announced that the long runningmusical will close on June 4, 2017   - in its the 57th year. The production originally opened in 1960.

Bradley Dean Takes On The Role Of El Gallo In Off Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS, Emily Behny New Luisa
by Julie Musbach - March 8, 2017

The Fantasticks has a new El Gallo and Luisa! Bradley Dean has taken on the role of the suave narrator and Emily Behny has taken on the role of the girl.

John O'Hurley Joins the Cast of THE FANTASTICKS 12/12 Through 1/1
by A.A. Cristi - November 28, 2016

John O'Hurley, the New York Times Best Selling Author and Screen Actor's Guild Award Winner for his role as J. Peterman on 'Seinfeld,' the #1 syndicated television show in the world is headed to Off Broadway's Jerry Orbach Theatre at the Theatre Center, joining the cast of the longest running musical in the world, THE FANTASTICKS this holiday season. The show's producers, Al Parinello and Catherine Russell have announced that Mr. O'Hurley will be taking on the role of the dashing narrator el Gallo for a limited engagement that begins on Monday, December 12th and concludes Sunday, January 1st.

Photo Coverage: Soap Star Peter Reckell Joins the Cast of THE FANTASTICKS!
by Walter McBride - September 2, 2016

Peter Reckell, the Emmy nominated actor best known for playing Bo Brady, a role he originated in 1981 on the NBC drama Days of Our Lives, will take on the role of the suave and charismatic El Gallo when he joins the cast of the long running musical THE FANTASTICKS in a limited engagement that begins on September 5th and runs through September 25th the show's producers, Al Parinello and Catherine Russell announced today. This isn't the first time the he's performed in the show. Mr. Reckell played the role of The Mute (and covered The Boy) 35 years ago, in the Sullivan Street Production.

BWW Interview 'Days of Our Lives' Peter Reckell Returns to His Theater Roots in THE FANTASTICKS
by Caryn Robbins - August 11, 2016

Many years ago he played the role of The Mute and Matt in the Sullivan Street Production of THE FANTASTICKS. Today, Reckell speaks exclusively with BWW about the challenges and rewards of returning to the stage after a thirty-five year absence!

GREASE's Lorenzo Lamas Will Join THE FANTASTICS as 'El Gallo'
by BWW News Desk - August 8, 2016

Lorenzo Lamas, (Grease, Falcon Crest, Celebrity Apprentice) has signed on to play the suave and charismatic narrator El Gallo in the long running musical THE FANTASTICKS this fall.

DAYS OF OUR LIVES Star Peter Reckell to Join Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2016

Peter Reckell, the Emmy nominated actor best known for playing Bo Brady, a role he originated in 1981 on the NBC drama Days of Our Lives, will take on the role of the suave and charismatic El Gallo when he joins the cast of the long running musical THE FANTASTICKS in a limited engagement that begins on September 5th and runs through September 25th the show's producers, Al Parinello and Catherine Russell announced today.

BWW TV: THE FANTASTICKS Cast Returns to Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - July 15, 2016

In attendance today was the cast of The Fantasticks(Dale Hensley, Rob Richardson, Andrew Polec, Madison Claire Parks) who performed the songs 'Soon It's Gonna Rain' and 'Never Say No.' Check out highlights below!

Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS to Celebrate 57th Anniversary Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - May 2, 2016

The Off Broadway musical THE FANTASTICKS will turn 57 years old on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 - continuing its run as the longest running musical in the world.

Incoming Cast Member Shavey Brown to Make History in THE FANTASTICKS Off-Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - March 18, 2016

Actor Shavey Brown will be making his Off Broadway debut when he joins the cast of the long running musical THE FANTASTICKS on Monday March 28 - and making theatrical history, as he will be the second African American - and the first since 1977 - to step into the role of El Gallo since the production began performing 56 years ago, say the shows producers, Al Parinello and Catherine Russell.

BWW Interview: Drew Seigla- Don't Mute This Tenor
by Joseph F. Panarello - February 17, 2016

Drew Seigla, who is THE FANTASTICKS' current Mute, branches out as an opera director and concert performer

THE FANTASTICKS to Launch Seat Ownership Program at Jerry Orbach Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - December 16, 2015

What do you give to the person with everything? The Jerry Orbach Theater (1627 Broadway), home to the longest running musical in the world, THE FANTASTICKS, believes the best present might be the magic of theater as they announces a first of its kind "SEAT OWNERSHIP AT THE FANTASTICKS" program. Much like the subscription style table sharing system that is employed at the world famous NYC restaurant RAO's where loyal customers have their own tables, fans of the show will be able to choose their seat of choice for any 12 performances throughout one year's time, specially designated with a plaque on that seat. Subscribers will be able to transfer tickets to friends or family or co-workers, should they choose. The subscription fee is $500.

BWW Review: THE FANTASTICKS Captivates Atlanta on a Rainy Night
by Courtnee Miles - October 9, 2015

On a rainy night in September, at Northside United Methodist Church, magic was created. The Fantasticks ran, this weekend, and left audiences with memories that'll last a lifetime. As the opening song suggests, "Try to remember the kind of September, when life was so tender." Yes, tender moments were truly felt.

BWW TV: THE FANTASTICKS Cast Welcomes the Rain at BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK!
by Nicole Rosky - August 1, 2015

Broadway in Bryan Park continued its 2015 program on Thursday - and BroadwayWorld was on hand to capture the first day. This week's line-up included performances from the casts of MATILDA, LES MISERABLES, THE FANTASTICKS, ON THE TOWN and HAPPY 50ISH. Below, watch as Edward Watts, William Thomas Evans, Philip Hoffman, Daniel Berryman and Samantha Bruce perform The Fantasticks' 'Try to Remember,' 'Never Say No,' and 'Soon It's Gonna Rain.'

BWW Interviews: Ed Watts on His Return to THE FANTASTICKS!
by Joseph F. Panarello - February 3, 2015

Ed Watts, the current El Gallo in THE FANTASTICKS talks about SCANDALOUS, SUPERMAN and his current role in Off-Broadway's longest running musical

BWW Interview: Max Crumm Is the One That You Want in THE FANTASTICKS
by Joseph F. Panarello - September 19, 2014

Max Crumm goes from a reality TV show to THE FATNATSTICKS with several impressive stops along the way.

BWW TV: THE FANTASTICKS' Max Crumm and Samantha Bruce Visit BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK!
by Nicole Rosky - August 9, 2014

This week's event featured performances from the cast of The Fantasticks, featuring: max Crumm and Samantha Bruce. Check out a clip of 'Soon It's Gonna Rain' below!

Max Crumm Joins Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 8, 2014

Broadway and film actor Max Crumm (Easy A, Grease) has signed on to join the cast of The Fantasticks, in the lead role of 'Matt/The Boy', producers Al Parinello and Catherine Russell have announced. He will start performances tonight, July 8.

Max Crumm to Join Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS, 7/8
by Tyler Peterson - June 24, 2014

Broadway and film actor Max Crumm (Easy A, Grease) has signed on to join the cast of THE FANTASTICKS, in the lead role of "Matt/The Boy", producers Al Parinello and Catherine Russell have announced. He will start performances on July 8.

THE FANTASTICKS to Marry Couples on Stage this Summer
by Tyler Peterson - June 5, 2014

Listen up Lovebirds! You now have the chance to tie the knot on the stage of one of the most well known musicals in the world, THE FANTASTICKS, the world's longest running musical, famous for its classic tale of true love, Cast members will be marrying couples of all faiths, races, & sexual orientations during the entire summer of 2014 (June 21 - September 5, 2014).

Edward Watts to Join Cast of Off-Broadway's THE FANTASTICKS, 4/28
by Tyler Peterson - April 24, 2014

Edward Watts (Scandalous on Broadway; Superman in It's a Bird..Plane..It's Superman at Encores!), has signed on to join the cast of The Fantasticks, for two weeks only, right before its 56th anniversary on May 3, producers Al Parinello and Catherine Russell have announced. Mr. Watts will begin performances on Monday, April 28th and continue on in the role until Monday, May 12.

THE FANTASTICKS and PERFECT CRIME Offer New Year's Eve Special for Tonight's Shows
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2013

The Snapple Theater Center has announced a New Year's Eve special for those that want to ring in 2014 with two of the longest running shows in New York! See either The Fantasticks or Perfect Crime on New Year's Eve and enjoy 1 hour of open bar and hors d'oeuvres before the show with free champagne at intermission.

The Fantasticks FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Abductions (And So Forth)
Try to Remember
Much More
Metaphor
Never Say No
It Depends on What You Pay
You Wonder How These Things Begin
Soon It's Gonna Rain
Rape Ballet
Happy Ending
This Plum Is Too Ripe
I Can See It
Plant a Radish
Round and Round
There Is a Curious Paradox
They Were You
Follow Along with Me
Have You Ever Been to China?
I Have Acted Like a Fool
Matt Bellomy's Comin' Home Today
Day of the Dead
This Is the Perfect Time to Be in Love
Overture
Try To Remember
Much More
Metaphor
Never Say No
It Depends On What You Pay
Soon It's Gonna Rain
Abduction Ballet
Happy Ending
This Plum Is Too Ripe
I Can See It
Plant A Radish
Round And Round
They Were You
Try To Remember (Reprise)
The Fantasticks has had 11 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1960, Off-Broadway which opened in 1960, West End which opened in 1961, Regional (US) which opened in 1961, Regional (US) which opened in 1965, Regional (US) which opened in 1971, Canada which opened in 1971, Regional (US) which opened in 1971, Regional (US) which opened in 1972, Off-Broadway which opened in 2006 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2006.
The Fantasticks has been nominated for the Best Long-Running Show award.
Abductions (And So Forth)
Try to Remember
Much More
Metaphor
Never Say No
It Depends on What You Pay
You Wonder How These Things Begin
Soon It's Gonna Rain
Rape Ballet
Happy Ending
This Plum Is Too Ripe
I Can See It
Plant a Radish
Round and Round
There Is a Curious Paradox
They Were You
Follow Along with Me
Have You Ever Been to China?
I Have Acted Like a Fool
Matt Bellomy's Comin' Home Today
Day of the Dead
This Is the Perfect Time to Be in Love
Overture
Try To Remember
Much More
Metaphor
Never Say No
It Depends On What You Pay
Soon It's Gonna Rain
Abduction Ballet
Happy Ending
This Plum Is Too Ripe
I Can See It
Plant A Radish
Round And Round
They Were You
Try To Remember (Reprise)

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