Rocky the Musical at The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center

Rocky the Musical combines the heart, determination, and unforgettable music that made the iconic film a cultural phenomenon, featuring exhilarating fight choreography, a soaring score, and an inspiring underdog story. The production marks the Long Island Premiere of the Broadway musical, with a score by Tony Award winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty and a book by Thomas Meehan and Sylvester Stallone. Leading the cast is Rich Giordano as Rocky Balboa, alongside Samantha Hayes as Adrian, Quentin Thomson as Apollo Creed, Robert D. DePersio Jr. as Mickey, James O'Connor as Paulie, and Tiana Himmel as Gloria. The production is directed by Anthony Arpino, with Music Direction by Carl Hottinger and Fight Choreography by James O'Connor.