Kiss Me, Kate Revival 2019 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: March 14, 2019
Closing: June 30, 2019

Kiss Me, Kate - 2019 - Broadway History , Info & More

Studio 54 (Broadway)
254 West 54th St. New York, NY

In the constellation of musical comedy masterpieces, Kiss Me, Kate shines as perhaps Broadway's most sparkling achievement.

This is the winner of the first-ever Tony Award for Best Musical, alive with onstage romance, backstage passion, comedy high and low, a hilarious dash of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, and the songwriting genius of Cole Porter at his stylish, sexy, sophisticated best, including "Too Darn Hot," "So In Love" and "Always True To You In My Fashion." Once again, Roundabout catapults you to musical comedy heaven, with a brand-new Kiss Me, Kate.

Scott Ellis directs Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase, Corbin Bleu, and more - now thru June 2 only!


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Review: A Fair Fight Makes ‘Kiss Me, Kate’ Lovable Again
8 / 10

Purists may squawk - though similar changes have long since shown up in feminist productions of 'The Taming of the Shrew.' For me, the adjustments, especially Ms. Green's and Ms. O'Hara's, are completely successful. They not only reorient the story as a warning to all sexes, but also provide a workaround for a musical that our cancel culture seemed ready to throw on the bonfire of the inanities. How nice to find 'Kiss Me, Kate' rescued from that fate: still speaking to us - or better yet, singing - from the not so buried past.

‘Kiss Me, Kate’ Broadway Review: Kelli O’Hara and Will Chase Are So in Love
8 / 10

Scott Ellis can be credited with keeping his two leads playing from the same slightly jaded Valentine's Day poem. He wisely keeps the more manic comedy to the show's secondary couple, Lois Lane and her boyfriend, Bill Calhoun. Playing that chronic cuckold, 'High School Musical' and 'Dancing With the Stars' alum Corbin Bleu leads a spectacularly danced 'Too Darn Hot,' with choreographer Warren Carlyle in top form.

Photo: Jeff Mashie Reveals Nod to Marin Mazzie in Kelli O'Hara's KISS ME, KATE Costume
by Nicole Rosky - March 28, 2019


It's been almost twenty years since the last rival of Kiss, Me Kate opened on Broadway, and yet, theatregoers can get a quick glimpse of the last incarnation on the Studio 54 stage today. Roundabout just revealed that costume designer Jeff Mashie included a hat worn by the late Marin Mazzie, in his design for Kelli O'Hara. Mazzie played the role 'Kate/Lilli Vanessi, in 1999.

VIDEO: Corbin Bleu Talks the Intense Dancing in KISS ME, KATE
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 25, 2019


On today's episode of 'Live with Kelly and Ryan,' Corbin Bleu stopped by to talk about starring in the Roundabout production of 'Kiss Me, Kate' on Broadway.  Bleu discusses the dance-heavy show, and how one number was even turned into a tap number for him!

Company Members From KISS ME, KATE Will Give a Talk and Perform at The Sheen Center as Part of Backstage Broadway Series
by Stephi Wild - March 22, 2019


On Monday, April 1 The Sheen Center for Thought & Culture will launch its new series, Backstage Broadway with a special event featuring company members from the Roundabout Theatre Company's hit revival of Kiss Me Kate.  

Too Darn Hot to Quit! KISS ME, KATE Extends Four Weeks
by Julie Musbach - March 19, 2019


Roundabout Theatre Company announces a four-week extension of the new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate, after opening to rave reviews on March 14, 2019.

Photo Coverage: Erica Mansfield Receives the Legacy Robe For KISS ME, KATE!
by Walter McBride - March 17, 2019


Kiss Me, Kate officially opened on Broadway Thursday, March 14. As per Broadway tradition, the Legacy Robe was awarded to the ensemble member with the most Broadway credits, in this case, Erica Mansfield!

Photo Coverage: Jane Krakowski, Joel Grey & More Walk the Red Carpet at KISS ME, KATE!
by Walter McBride - March 15, 2019


Kiss Me, Kate officially opened last night, March 14, at Roundabout's Studio 54. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, June 2, 2019. Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet below!

TV: They Open on Broadway! Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase & More Celebrate Opening Night of KISS ME, KATE!
by TV - Opening Night Special - March 15, 2019


They open in Venice on Broadway! It was all wunderbar last night at Studio 54, as Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase, and the company of Roundabout's latest musical, Kiss Me, Kate, celebrated opening night.

TV: KISS ME KATE's Sarah Meahl Takes Over Instagram For Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - March 15, 2019


Last night's opening night of Kiss Me, Kate at Studio 54 was too darn hot, and we got a sneak peek at all of the behind-the-scenes shenanigans thanks to cast member Sarah Meahl's Instagram Story takeover! So if you missed all the fun (or just want to relive it all again), we've collected posts from throughout the day to give you a glimpse at what it's like to open a Broadway show. Check out all of the Wunderbar footage below!

TV: Which Cole Porter Songs Are the KISS ME, KATE Cast So In Love With? The Stars Chose!
by Nicole Rosky - March 17, 2019


Broadway is officially too, too, too darn hot! The Cole Porter classic, Kiss Me, Kate, starring Kelli O'Hara and Will Chase, just opened on Thursday night at Studio 54.

Photo Coverage: Another Op'nin, Another Show! Check Out the Cast of KISS ME, KATE Taking Their Opening Night Bows
by Walter McBride - March 15, 2019


Kiss Me, Kate officially opened last night, March 14, at Roundabout's Studio 54. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, June 2, 2019. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening bows below!

Photo Coverage: Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase & More Celebrate a Wunderbar Opening Night for KISS ME, KATE!
by Linda Lenzi - March 15, 2019


It was all wunderbar last night at Studio 54, as Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase, and the company of Roundabout's latest musical, Kiss Me, Kate, celebrated opening night. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the festivities and below, you can check out photos taken after the curtain came down!

BWW Review: Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase Star in a KISS ME, KATE That Offers Another Rewrite, Another Show
by Michael Dale - March 15, 2019


Buried amongst the over twenty names receiving the smallest-sized billing for their contributions to Roundabout Theatre Company's hot new revival of Cole Porter and Sam & Bella Spewack's masterpiece of kick-back musical comedy entertainment, Kiss Me, Kate, is the credit 'Additional Material' with the name of the accomplished Broadway lyricist Amanda Green written below.

Review Roundup: Were Critics So In Love With KISS ME, KATE On Broadway?
by A.A. Cristi - March 14, 2019


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara, opening tonight!

All the World's Shakespeare's Stage! Breaking Down Musicals Based on Shakespeare
by Julie Musbach - March 14, 2019


In honor of Kiss Me, Kate's opening on Broadway tonight, we're breaking down some of Broadway's biggest hits influenced by theatre's biggest playwright: William Shakespeare! The Bard's work is as pervasive as ever and unstoppable even in song.

TV: It's Wunderbar! Watch Highlights of Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase & More in KISS ME, KATE
by Nicole Rosky - March 13, 2019


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara. Check out highlights of the cast in action below!

KISS ME, KATE's Sarah Meahl Takes Over Instagram For Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - March 13, 2019


Instagram is about to be too darn hot because Kiss Me, Kate's Sarah Meahl is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story tomorrow, March 14th, for the show's opening night at Studio 54! Make sure to tune in to get a peek behind the scenes at all of the excitement throughout the day. It's going to be Wunderbar!

Photo Flash: First Look At Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase, Corbin Bleu, And More In KISS ME, KATE
by A.A. Cristi - March 7, 2019


Roundabout Theatre Company presents the new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara. Get a first look at photos of Kelli along with co-stars Will Chase, Corbin Bleu, and more below!

TV: Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase & Company Explain Why They're So in Love with KISS ME, KATE!
by Nicole Rosky - February 21, 2019


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara, is currently in preview performances today and will open officially on Thursday, March 14, 2019. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 W 54th St).

They're So in Love! Meet the Cast of KISS ME, KATE- Now in Previews!
by Julie Musbach - February 14, 2019


Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara, begins preview performances today. Get to know the cast below as they begin Broadway performances!

Kelli O'Hara Led KISS ME KATE to Begin Performances Today at Studio 54
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019


Roundabout Theatre Company announces that the new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara, will begin preview performances today, February 14, 2019 and open officially today, March 14, 2019. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Studio 54.

Up On The Marquee: KISS ME, KATE!
by Walter McBride - February 8, 2019


Kiss Me, Kate will begin preview performances on Thursday, February 14, 2019 and opens officially on Thursday, March 14, 2019. This is a limited engagement through Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Studio 54 on Broadway (254 W 54th St). Check out photos of the marquee below!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Kelli O'Hara, Will Chase and the Cast of KISS ME, KATE!
by Julie Musbach - February 4, 2019


Get an inside look at rehearsals for Roundabout Theatre Company's production of KISS ME, KATE, featuring a book by Sam and Bella Spewack, music and lyrics by Cole Porter, directed by Scott Ellis, choreographed by Warren Carlyle with music direction by Paul Gemignani.

Photo Flash: The Cast of KISS ME, KATE is Too Darn Hot in This New Portrait
by Julie Musbach - January 30, 2019


Check out the principal cast of the new Broadway production of the musical comedy Kiss Me, Kate

KISS ME KATE 'Kissing Booths' To Pop-Up Around NYC Begin Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2019


In celebration of Kiss Me, Kate's Valentine's Day first preview, Roundabout Theatre Company is hosting Valentine's-themed pop-up 'kissing booths' in Midtown Manhattan throughout January and February.

Kiss Me, Kate FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Kiss Me, Kate and what's the order?
Another Op'nin', Another Show
Another Op'nin' Dance
Why Can't You Behave?
Wunderbar
So in Love
We Open in Venice
Venice Dance
Tom, Dick or Harry
Rose Dance
I've Come to Wive It Wealthily in Padua
I Hate Men
Were Thine That Special Face
I Sing of Love
Tarantella
Kiss Me Kate
Too Darn Hot
Too Darn Hot Dance
Where Is the Life That Late I Led?
Always True to You in My Fashion
Bianca
Brush Up Your Shakespeare
Pavanne
I Am Ashamed That Women Are So Simple
It Was Great Fun the First Time
A Woman's Career
If Ever Married I'm
We Shall Never Be Younger
What Does Your Servant Dream About?
I'm Afraid, Sweetheart, I Love You
Harlequin Ballerina
From This Moment On

Other Productions of Kiss Me, Kate

1948   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1949   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
1951   West End London Production
West End
1952   Broadway Return Engagement [Broadway]
Broadway
1965   Off-Broadway City Center Revival
Off-Broadway
1987   West End London Revival
West End
1999   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2001   West End London Production
West End
2012   West End Old Vic Theatre Production
West End
2016   New York Roundabout Theatre Company Benefit Concert
New York
2018   West End Opera North Production
West End
2019   Broadway Roundabout Theatre Company Revival
Broadway
2024   West End
West End

Kiss Me, Kate - 2019 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Warren Carlyle
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Corbin Bleu
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Kiss Me, Kate
2019 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Kelli O'Hara
2019 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Kiss Me, Kate
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreographer Warren Carlyle
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Kiss Me, Kate
2019 Theatre World Awards Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance Stephanie Styles
2019 Tony Awards Best Choreography Warren Carlyle
2019 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Larry Hochman
2019 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Kelli O'Hara
2019 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Kiss Me, Kate

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