The Prom is a comedic musical with a heartwarming message, created by a talented team. The music was composed by Matthew Sklar, with lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Bob Martin and Beguelin also collaborated on the book, or script, based on an original concept by Jack Viertel. The Prom debuted at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre in 2016 and then moved to Broadway in 2018, becoming a hit.
The story follows a group of down-on-their-luck Broadway actors who seize a chance to revive their careers and, more importantly, do some good. When they hear about a small-town Indiana high school banning a lesbian student from bringing her girlfriend to prom, they decide to intervene. The flamboyant foursome travel to Indiana and clash with the conservative locals while advocating for the students' right to love who they want.
The Prom garnered critical acclaim, winning the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical. Its lively music, humorous script, and positive message about acceptance continue to resonate with audiences.
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2019 | Best Musical |
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Linda Eder
Keswick Theatre (3/27 - 3/27) | |
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Night Side Songs
Philadelphia Theatre Company (2/21 - 2/9) | |
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70s Flashback
Bristol Riverside Theatre (4/30 - 5/4) | |
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Christopher Siebert - One Man Show
Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill (4/7 - 4/7) | |
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Antony and Cleopatra
Quintessence Theatre (3/5 - 4/27) | |
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The Bristol Riverside Theatre presents Mirrors and Distortions
Bristol Riverside Theatre (2/21 - 2/21) | |
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Nunsense
Spotlight Theatre (2/14 - 2/23) | |
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Fires in the Mirror Black Theatre Night
Bristol Riverside Theatre (2/21 - 2/21) | |
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Night Side Songs
Philadelphia Theatre Company (2/21 - 3/9) | |
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