CATS Returns To Philadelphia By Popular Demand March 14 – 19 On The Kimmel Cultural Campus
Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on T.S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats.
One of the biggest hits in theatrical history, CATS will return to Philadelphia March 14 through March 19, 2023, at the Miller Theater (formerly Merriam Theater), presented by the Kimmel Cultural Campus and The Shubert Organization.
"CATS is one of Andrew Lloyd Webber's greatest musicals, with memorable songs, iconic choreography, and a fandom that made it one of the longest-running musicals in Broadway history," said Frances Egler, Vice President of Theatrical Programming & Presentations on the Kimmel Cultural Campus. "This show is back on Broad Street by popular demand, ready for new and old audiences to come make 'memories'."
Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on T.S. Eliot's Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats, the record-breaking musical spectacular has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages - and is now on tour across North America. Featuring new sound design, direction, and choreography for a new generation, experience CATS for the first time as it begins a new life, or let it thrill you all over again.
The creative team for the new production of CATS includes John Napier (Scenic & Costume Design), Natasha Katz (Lighting Design), Mick Potter (Sound Design), choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, based on the original choreography by Gillian Lynne, and direction by Trevor Nunn. Kim Craven is the associate choreographer and Chrissie Cartwright is the associate director/choreographer.
Since its world premiere, CATS has been seen by more than 75 million people worldwide. Originally directed by Trevor Nunn with choreography and associate direction by Gillian Lynne, scenic and costume design by John Napier, lighting design by David Hersey, and sound design by Abe Jacob, CATS opened in London's West End in 1981.
The original Broadway production opened in 1982 at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre, where it ran for 7,485 performances and 18 years. CATS was originally produced on Broadway by Cameron Mackintosh, The Really Useful Company Limited, David Geffen, and The Shubert Organization. The Tony Award-winning Best Musical held the title of longest-running musical in Broadway history until it was surpassed in 2006 by Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera. The original Broadway production closed on September 10, 2000 and is currently the fourth longest-running show in Broadway history.
CATS returned to Broadway in July 2016 in a stunning revival at the Neil Simon Theatre, where it ran through December 2017. The 2021/2022 tour of CATS is licensed by The Really Useful Group and produced by Troika Entertainment.
For more information and a complete tour route, please visit www.CatsTheMusical.com.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 215-893-1999 or online at www.kimmelculturalcampus.org. In-person ticket sales can be conducted daily from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Academy of Music Box Office, located at 240 S. Broad Street. See www.kimmelculturalcampus.org for more information.
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