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Chaplin - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

CHAPLIN tells the story of Chaplin's rise and fall to fame. He came to America an unknown. He left amidst scandals and controversy. In between, Charlie Chaplin became one of the best-loved and most famous entertainers in the world. From the gritty streets and smoky music halls of London to movie screens across the world, Limelight goes behind the camera to show how a comic genius found soaring success and later fell from grace.


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Theater Review: 'Chaplin'
5 / 10

You've probably seen worse musicals than 'Chaplin,' a forgettable biography of Charlie Chaplin. But how did this slow-paced and sentimental musical, which has the taste of a cup of coffee mixed with a dozen packets of sugar, make it to Broadway? The songs of Christopher Curtis - who has previously written theme songs for the Discovery Channel - are occasionally tuneful but mostly tacky. Still, they are far better than the show's melodramatic and strange book…Even if 'Chaplin' were a better crafted musical, it would still remain a mostly futile enterprise. Why see an impersonation of Chaplin instead of just watching Chaplin himself in his best films?

Broadway review: ‘Chaplin’
8 / 10

In the new musical Chaplin, which is every bit as entertaining as Charlie Chaplin himself, Rob McClure portrays the film genius with an irresistible sweetness, like candy you can't - and don't want to - stop eating…Director-choreographer Warren Carlyle gives the musical some inspired touches, not least of which is the scenes of movie-making, which play out while the real film flashes in the background. Carlyle also lets McClure take over - but makes sure the actor's Chaplin is far more nuanced than just little-tramp screen imitations. In the end, the compact, sparkling McClure – like Chaplin – makes you believe he can perform just about anything and command an ovation for it.

CHAPLIN Releases New Block of Tickets Through June 2, 2013
by Kelsey Denette - October 18, 2012


Tickets for Broadway's CHAPLIN are now on sale through June 2, 2013. CHAPLIN, a new musical depicting the life of film icon Charlie Chaplin, with music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis and book by three-time Tony Award-winner Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Christopher Curtis, opened on Broadway on Monday, September 10, 2012. Previews began Tuesday, August 21, 2012. Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow; Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway) directs and choreographs the production.

Listen to CHAPLIN's Rob McClure and Christiane Noll on American Theatre Wing's 'Downstage Center'
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2012


Listen to CHAPLIN stars Rob McClure and Christiane Noll on the American Theatre Wing's "Downstage Center" as they talk about playing Mom and Son on Broadway in the new musical CHAPLIN.

CHAPLIN's Rob McClure and Rock Center Chefs Open the Rink at Rockefeller Center, 10/16
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2012


It's one of the most anticipated events of the year in New York City - The Rink at Rockefeller Center opens for the 2012-2013 winter season on Tuesday, October 16. Set against the Art Deco backdrop of Rockefeller Center, the First Skate of the Year will feature Broadway's CHAPLIN star Rob McClure performing antics with Chef Yuhi Fujinaga of The Sea Grill and Chef Antonio Prontelli of Rock Center Cafe at 10:00am. This year marks the world-famous ice rink's 76th season.

STAGE TUBE: CHAPLIN's Rob McClure, Jenn Colella and Tom Meehan at WNYC & WQXR's Greene Space
by Stage Tube - October 10, 2012


Watch an Inside Look at Broadway's CHAPLIN presented by the Jerome L. Greene Space at WNYC and WQXR. WQXR's Elliott Forrest welcomes Rob McClure in his Broadway triumph as Charlie Chaplin, Jenn Colella as Hedda Hopper and the Tony Award-winning co-book writer Tom Meehan as they discuss the making of the new musical depicting the life of film icon Charlie Chaplin and Jenn Colella performs a song from the show. Click below to watch the video!

CHAPLIN Star Rob McClure to be Featured on NY1 This Weekend
by Kelsey Denette - October 5, 2012


Tune in to watch CHAPLIN star Rob McClure on NY-1's "On Stage" this weekend. Rob talks with NY-1's Donna Karger about his preparation and the thrill of playing film icon Charlie Chaplin on Broadway. "On Stage" airs Saturday, 10/6 and Sunday, 10/7 at 9:30am and 7:30pm and Monday, 10/8 (early morning Tuesday, 10/9) at 12:30am.

WNYC & WQXR's Greene Space Hosts INSIDE LOOK: CHAPLIN with Rob McClure, Jenn Colella and Tom Meehan, 10/5
by BWW News Desk - October 5, 2012


Tonight, October 5 at 5pm, The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space at WNYC and WQXR will present a conversation and performance with cast and artistic team members of Broadway's Chaplin.

CHAPLIN to Perform in JFK Airport as Part of American Airlines Concert Series, 10/12
by Kelsey Denette - October 4, 2012


Cast members from CHAPLIN will perform a selection of songs from the show at Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport as part of American Airlines' JFK concert series on Friday, October 12 at 2:30 p.m. and 3:15 p.m.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Erin Mackey
by BWW - October 5, 2012


In this week's edition, we caught up with Erin Mackey, who is starring as 'Oona O'Neill' in CHAPLIN- currently in playing at the Barrymore Theatre!

Exclusive Photos: CHAPLIN Cast Records 'Carols For A Cure'
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - December 18, 2012


CAROLS FOR A CURE is the annual two-disc holiday CD compilation of original songs and holiday classics which benefits BC/EFA. These CDs boast the best voices from the worlds of Broadway, Off-Broadway and national tours. The cast of Broadway's CHAPLIN was already hard a work this week recording their track for the album. Check out our exclusive photos from their recording session below!

Review - Chaplin
by Ben Peltz - September 25, 2012


While nobody ever said musical theatre was easy – at least, nobody with any real knowledge of the art – you would think that in writing a musical about the first worldwide beloved figure of the 20th Century there wouldn't be too much trouble establishing empathy.  But the surprisingly dry and emotionless Chaplin, presented in a respectably strong Broadway production, tries to cram so many facts into its two acts that there's Little Room left for feeling.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Sara Edwards of 'Chaplin'
by Adrienne Onofri - September 29, 2012


Sara has been in the first musical of Broadway's fall season two years in a row, 'Follies' last year and now 'Chaplin'.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Jenn Colella
by BWW - September 21, 2012


In this week's edition, we caught up with Jenn Colella, who is starring as 'Hedda Hopper' in Chaplin- currently in playing at the Barrymore Theatre!

WNYC & WQXR's Greene Space Hosts INSIDE LOOK: CHAPLIN with Rob McClure, Jenn Colella and Tom Meehan, 10/5
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2012


On Friday, October 5 at 5pm, The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space at WNYC and WQXR will present a conversation and performance with cast and artistic team members of Broadway's Chaplin.

Florida State's School of Theatre Alumni Featured in Broadway's CHAPLIN THE MUSICAL!
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2012


Alumni from the School of Theatre at Florida State University, Justin Bowen ('09) and Leslie Flesner, ('08) are performing in Chaplin the Musical - "the big musical about the little tramp."

BWW Exclusive STAGE ART - CHAPLIN!
by BWW - September 27, 2012


This week - it's all about CHAPLIN! Broadway's new musical CHAPLIN opened on September 10 at the Barrymore Theatre. CHAPLIN depicts the life of film icon Charlie Chaplin, with music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis and book by three-time Tony Award-winner Thomas Meehan and Christopher Curtis. Warren Carlyle directs and choreographs the production.

Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, Sept 15 - CHAPLIN, EVITA, Perez Hilton in NEWSical and More!
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2012


It's Saturday, and that means it's time for BroadwayWorld's 'Saturday Intermission Pics' round-up! Today's photos feature a beautifully composed #SIP from the cast of CHAPLIN, a generational portrait from EVITA's Ricky Martin, Max von Essen and the show's youngsters, Perez Hilton's first intermission pic from NEWSical, plus shots from FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, BRING IT ON, THE BOOK OF MORMON, JERSEY BOYS, MARY POPPINS and several regional shows!

TV Exclusive: First Look at New Television Promo for Broadway's CHAPLIN!
by Nicole Rosky - September 12, 2012


Broadway's new musical CHAPLIN opened earlier this week, September 10 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). CHAPLIN is a new musical depicting the life of film icon Charlie Chaplin, with music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis and book by three-time Tony Award-winner Thomas Meehan and Christopher Curtis. Warren Carlyle directs and choreographs the production. The show just released a brand new television promo and BroadwayWorld brings you an exclusive first look below!

Photo Flash: Exclusive Photos of CHAPLIN Opening Night!
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2012


Broadway's new musical CHAPLIN opened last night, September 10 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). CHAPLIN is a new musical depicting the life of film icon Charlie Chaplin, with music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis and book by three-time Tony Award-winner Thomas Meehan and Christopher Curtis. Warren Carlyle directs and choreographs the production. BroadwayWorld has exclusive shots from opening night! Check them out below!

TV: Inside Opening Night of CHAPLIN with Rob McClure, Jenn Colella, Erin Mackey, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - September 11, 2012


Broadway's new musical CHAPLIN opened last night, September 10 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). CHAPLIN is a new musical depicting the life of film icon Charlie Chaplin, with music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis and book by three-time Tony Award-winner Thomas Meehan and Christopher Curtis. Warren Carlyle directs and choreographs the production. BroadwayWorld's own Richie Ridge was there for the big opening, where he chatted with Rob McClure, Jenn Colella, Erin Mackey, Christiane Noll and more! Check out what they had to say below!

STAGE TUBE: Jonas Brothers Support Rob McClure at CHAPLIN Opening!
by Nicole Rosky - September 11, 2012


Broadway's new musical CHAPLIN opened last night, September 10 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). CHAPLIN is a new musical depicting the life of film icon Charlie Chaplin, with music and lyrics by Christopher Curtis and book by three-time Tony Award-winner Thomas Meehan and Christopher Curtis. Warren Carlyle directs and choreographs the production. In the video below, Nick and Joe Jonas chat about supporting their good friend Rob McClure at the big opening. Check it out below!

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Chaplin - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Martin Pakledinaz
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Amy Clark
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Christiane Noll
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Ken Billington
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Larry Hochman
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Projection Design Jon Driscoll
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Drew Levy
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Scott Lehrer
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Rob McClure
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Rob McClure
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreographer Warren Carlyle
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design (Play or Musical) Amy Clark & Martin Pakledinaz
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Warren Carlyle
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Ken Billington
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical 0
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0
2013 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Rob McClure

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