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Stick it to the Man! SCHOOL OF ROCK Recoups Its Entire Broadway Investment
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2017


Andrew Lloyd Webber's Broadway smash hit School of Rock - The Musical has recouped its entire investment on Broadway, making the show an undisputed hit simultaneously on Broadway and the West End.

The Teacher Is Back! Alex Brightman Returns to SCHOOL OF ROCK on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 14, 2017


Alex Brightman returns to his Tony Award nominated role, 'Dewey Finn,' in Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit, School of Rock - The Musical tonight, Friday, April 14 - Sunday, April 30, 2017.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's Smash Hit SCHOOL OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL Celebrates One Year On Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2016


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit musical School of Rock - The Musical celebrates one year on Broadway, today, Tuesday, December 6, 2016. The musical began preview performances at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway) on November 9, 2015 and officially opened, to rave reviews, on December 6, 2015.

Photo Flash: The New Class at SCHOOL OF ROCK Takes First Bows!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 8, 2016


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit musical School of Rock - The Musical is entering its second smashing year on Broadway with a new class of cast members. Comedic actor Eric Petersen just assumed the role of wannabe rock star, Dewey Finn, last night, November 7, 2016. The Kid Band, who perform Andrew Lloyd Webber's score live at every performance, now includes new cast members Rachel Katzke as Katie the bass player and Walden Sullivan as Lawrence the keyboardist, along with returning cast members, Brandon Niederauer as Zack the guitarist and Raghav Mehrotra as Freddy on drums. Additionally, Olivia Chun assumes the role of super serious band manager Summer, Steven Booth assumes the role of Ned, Annabelle Wachtel plays Marcy, Terrance Bell, Jr. plays Mason, Chloe Bryanwill plays Madison, and Ellie Kim joins the cast as a swing.

Eric Petersen Joins New Class at SCHOOL OF ROCK Tonight!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 7, 2016


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit musical School of Rock - The Musical is entering its second smashing year on Broadway with a new class of cast members. Comedic actor Eric Petersen assumes the role of wannabe rock star, Dewey Finn, tonight, November 7, 2016.

Eric Petersen to Jam with New Class in Broadway's SCHOOL OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL; Alex Brightman to Depart Next Month
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2016


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit musical School of Rock - The Musical will enter its second smashing year on Broadway with a new class of cast members.

VIDEO: Alex Brightman & SCHOOL OF ROCK Cast Perform 'You're In the Band' on TONY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 12, 2016


Alex Brightman and the cast of SCHOOL OF ROCK performed the high-energy number 'You're In the Band' on the 70th Annual TONY AWARDS. Check out the clip below!

Understudies for FIDDLER, THE COLOR PURPLE, SCHOOL OF ROCK & More Set for Monday's AT THIS PERFORMANCE...
by BWW News Desk - Mar 25, 2016


Musicals Tonight! continues its ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with its next edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to be held on Monday, March 28th, at The Lion Theatre, 410 West 42nd Street at 7 PM. On this evening, a milestone is reached over 800 different performers will have participated in the series to date.

Photo Flash: Village People's Randy Jones Visits SCHOOL OF ROCK on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 10, 2015


Randy Jones of the Village People met the cast of Broadway's School of Rock after the show last night, where he stopped to take photos with the cast and company. Check out photos below!

Photo Coverage: SCHOOL OF ROCK Movie Cast Reunites on the Red Carpet!
by Walter McBride - Dec 7, 2015


Based on the smash hit 2003 film of the same title, School of Rock: THE MUSICAL, with music from the movie, as well as an original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater, a book byJulian Fellowes and direction by Laurence Connor, made its World Premiere on Broadway last night, December 6, at the Winter Garden Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and we're taking you inside the red carpet below!

Photo Coverage: SCHOOL OF ROCK Cast Parties Like Rockstars on Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - Dec 7, 2015


Based on the smash hit 2003 film of the same title, School of Rock: THE MUSICAL, with music from the movie, as well as an original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater, a book byJulian Fellowes and direction by Laurence Connor, made its World Premiere on Broadway last night, December 6, at the Winter Garden Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and we're taking you inside the after party below!

Photo Coverage: The Hardcore Cast of SCHOOL OF ROCK Takes Opening Night Bows!
by Walter McBride - Dec 7, 2015


Based on the smash hit 2003 film of the same title, SCHOOL OF ROCK: THE MUSICAL, with music from the movie, as well as an original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater, a book by Julian Fellowes and direction by Laurence Connor, made its World Premiere on Broadway last night, December 6, at the Winter Garden Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and we're taking you inside the curtain call below!

I Pledge Allegiance to the Band! Meet the Cast of SCHOOL OF ROCK, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - Dec 6, 2015


Based on the smash hit 2003 film of the same title, SCHOOL OF ROCK: THE MUSICAL, with music from the movie, as well as an original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater, a book by Julian Fellowes and direction by Laurence Connor, makes its World Premiere on Broadway tonight, December 6, at the Winter Garden Theatre. Scroll down to learn more about the cast, plus watch highlights of the company in action!

VIDEO: Alex Brightman & SCHOOL OF ROCK Cast Perform 'You're In the Band' Live!
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 16, 2015


Below, watch the cast's live performance of the energetic number 'You're In the Band':

DVR Alert: SCHOOL OF ROCK's Andrew Lloyd Webber & Alex Brightman to Visit NBC's TODAY This Morning
by TV News Desk - Oct 16, 2015


This morning, October 16 (9-10 a.m.) Andrew Lloyd Webber and Alex Brightman stop by TODAY to talk about the new Broadway musical School of Rock, beginning previews on Monday, November 9, 2015 at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway), with an opening set for Sunday, December 6, 2015.

The Winter Garden Theatre Box Office Now Open for SCHOOL OF ROCK-THE MUSICAL World Premiere
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 28, 2015


The box office officially opens today for the World Premiere of School of Rock - The Musical at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway). Previews will begin on Monday, November 9, 2015, with an opening set for Sunday, December 6, 2015. Tickets for School of Rock - The Musical are available by visiting the Winter Garden Theatre box office Monday - Saturdays between 10:00 am - 8:00 pm, online at Telecharge.com, or by calling 800-447-7400.

Ready to Rock- SCHOOL OF ROCK Finds Full Broadway Cast!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 21, 2015


Andrew Lloyd Webber announced today the complete cast for School of Rock - The Musical, which will have its World Premiere on Broadway.  Based on the smash hit 2003 film of the same title, School of Rock will feature music from the movie, as well as an original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater, with a book by Julian Fellowes and direction by Laurence Connor (currently represented on Broadway by Les Miserables). Previews will begin on Monday, November 9, 2015 at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway), with an opening set for Sunday, December 6, 2015.

Chris Mann and Katie Travis Lead THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Tour, Coming to Wharton Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2015


Cameron Mackintosh and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group are delighted to announce the casting for their spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA currently on sale for the premiere East Lansing engagement at Wharton Center's Cobb Great Hall tonight, April 1-12, 2015.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA National Tour Comes to the Fabulous Fox Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2015


Cameron Mackintosh and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Really Useful Group are delighted to announce the casting for their spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA currently on sale for the premiere St. Louis engagement at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. With newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design, this new version of PHANTOM, one of the most successful musicals of all-time, will be performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this one of the largest productions on tour in North America.

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