Girl from the North Country 2022 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: April 29, 2022
Closing: June 11, 2022

Girl from the North Country - 2022 - Broadway History , Info & More

Belasco Theatre (Broadway)
111 West 44th St. New York, NY

In 1934, during the height of the Great Depression, everyone was searching for something. In a time-weathered guesthouse Minnesota, an unlikely group of strangers comes together with little other than hope and a need to survive in common.

Only a song can shake off the dust for one group of wayward souls-and old dreams may hold the promise of new beginnings. As they come in and out of each other's lives, their stories awaken with passion, fury and extraordinary beauty. Reimagining the music of Bob Dylan as roof-raising ensemble pieces and soul-stirring solos, playwright and director Conor McPherson weaves this story of faith, family, heartbreak, and love.


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‘Girl From the North Country’: Theater Review
9 / 10

It's probably a lost cause trying to fit every chosen song into a plot-worthy moment in the show. It doesn't make dramatic sense that Elizabeth should be the soloist on 'Like a Rolling Stone' and 'Forever Young.' But Winningham puts so much heart into both songs that she can leave you trembling. And she, more than anyone else in the cast, seems to understand that Dylan's narrative lyrics, mainly written in the 1960s and 70s, express a sense of existential detachment, a yearning for human connection that reflect the uncertainties of 1930s America.

Girl From the North Country Has No Direction Home
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McPherson's main dramaturgical problem here is magnitude. The size of the show is wrong, the size of the stories, the scenes, everything. It's simultaneously too long and too short-at times, so many people are getting introduced, it feels like a pilot episode, setting up the machinery for a ten-episode season. We know McPherson, when undistracted by songs, has one of the great senses of theatrical balance: He wrote plays like The Weir and The Night Alive, so perfect that they seem to continue on even after they're over, like a bicycle still wheeling along with the rider gone. That equilibrium abandons him in this, his first musical-he hasn't worked out how to get into songs gracefully, nor how to disguise that repetitive, get-to-the-next-number structure.

VIDEO: Watch the Cast of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - October 15, 2021


The cast of Girl From The North Country appeared on Good Morning America this morning to perform a medley of Bob Dylan classics, including 'Hurricane', 'License to Kill', and 'Slow Train'.

VIDEO: Go Inside GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY's Reopening Jam Session, Finale Number & More!
by Team BWW - October 14, 2021


Girl From The North Country is pressing on with Broadway performances! The new show by  playwright Conor McPherson just reopened at the Belasco Theatre, where the company celebrated with a special jam session outside of the theatre. Plus, watch as the company shares a letter from Bob Dylan during the curtain call, and as they perform the show's poignant file, 'Pressing On.'

VIDEO: Hangin' on 44th Street with GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY's Austin Scott & Kimber Elayne Sprawl
by Nicole Rosky - October 13, 2021


On Friday, February 7, 2020 Girl From the North Country began performances at the Belasco Theatre for just a brief stint before Broadway shut down weeks later. A year an a half has passed and tonight, the cast will finally sing again when the show reopens on Broadway. Watch as Scott and Sprawl chat more about getting ready to bring the show back!

Back On Broadway: Luba Mason Talks Playing the Drums, Conor McPherson & More About GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 7, 2021


BroadwayWorld's new interview series Back on Broadway is taking readers on the exciting journey of Broadway's return to the stage! Next up in the series is Luba Mason, returning to her role as Mrs. Burke in Girl From the North Country.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Announces Full Cast For Broadway Return
by Stephi Wild - September 29, 2021


Colin Bates will be joining the cast in the role of Gene Laine. Additionally, Alex Joseph Grayson, Housso Semon, Edward Staudenmayer, and Anastasia Talley will be joining the company as swings.

Back On Broadway: Colin Bates Talks Joining GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY, His Favorite Moment in the Show & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 24, 2021


BroadwayWorld's new interview series Back on Broadway is taking readers on the exciting journey of Broadway's return to the stage! Next up in the series is Colin Bates, stepping into the role of Gene in the Broadway company of Girl From the North Country! 

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Cast Reunites for Day of Summer Fun
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 17, 2021


Late last month several member of the cast, crew, and musicians of Girl From The North Country gathered at Mare Winningham’s barn for a day of picture perfect summer fun. This is the first time a lot of the cast had seen each other in 18 months.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Original Broadway Cast Recording Is Now Available To Purchase and Stream
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 27, 2021


The eagerly-awaited Girl From The North Country - Original Broadway Cast Recording, is now available for purchase and stream. The album was released by Legacy Recordings, a division of Sony Music Entertainment.

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Performs at 'A Great Day in Harlem' Festival
by Stephi Wild - August 11, 2021


Watch Girl From The North Country’s Austin Scott, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, and Rachel Stern perform 'All Along The Watchtower/Idiot Wind'!

Breaking: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Will Return to Broadway on October 13; New Music Video Released!
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2021


Today, on Bob Dylan's birthday, it was announced that Girl From The North Country will resume performances on Broadway on Wednesday, October 13, 2021. Conor McPherson reimagines the songs of the legendary Bob Dylan in Girl From The North Country - the new musical about the dreams we keep close, the people we hold dear, and the place we call home.  

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Reunites for 'Road to the North Country: Interpreting Dylan'
by Nicole Rosky - December 15, 2020


“Road to the North Country: Interpreting Dylan,” a virtual live stream event presented by the Bob Dylan Center, will feature cast members Todd Almond, Jeannette Bayardelle, Colton Ryan, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, and Mare Winningham from the acclaimed Broadway musical, Girl From The North Country, which features the music of Bob Dylan.

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Will Be Celebrated in Livestream Event 'Road to the North Country: Interpreting Dylan'
by Stephi Wild - November 30, 2020


“Road to the North Country: Interpreting Dylan,” a virtual live stream event presented by the Bob Dylan Center, will feature cast members Todd Almond, Jeannette Bayardelle, Colton Ryan, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, and Mare Winningham from the acclaimed Broadway musical, Girl From The North Country, which features the music of Bob Dylan.

VIDEO: Colton Ryan and Caitlin Houlahan Perform 'I Want You' From GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
by Stephi Wild - August 24, 2020


Girl from the North Country might not be in performances on Broadway, but the cast is still keeping busy! The new Bob Dylan musical just released a new music video featuring cast members Colton Ryan and Caitlin Houlahan coming together virtually to perform their version of 'I Want You'.

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Releases Music Video of Kimber Elayne Sprawl Performing 'Tight Connection To My Heart'
by Stephi Wild - August 19, 2020


Last night a brand new music video for 'Tight Connection To My Heart,' from Girl From The North Country was released as part of Harlem Week's Virtual Music Festival.

VIDEOS: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Company Performs 'Pressing On' and 'To Make You Feel My Love'
by Stephi Wild - July 6, 2020


Two new videos were released today featuring the company of the Broadway musical Girl from the North Country. 

Bob Dylan Shares That GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Made Him Cry
by Stephi Wild - June 13, 2020


Bob Dylan chats with The New York Times about his recent music releases, as well as his thoughts on Girl From the North Country.

LISTEN: Bob Dylan Drops New Track 'False Prophet' and Announces New Album To Be Released in June
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2020


Bob Dylan has dropped a new surprise single, called 'False Prophet'! The release of this single has also come with the announcement that a new album is on the way, titled Rough and Rowdy Ways.

Photo Flash: Inside the Recording Studio with the Cast of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
by Nicole Rosky - April 15, 2020


As BroadwayWorld reported this morning, the original cast album to the Broadway musical Girl from the North Country will be released this spring by Sony Music/Legacy Recordings. Celebrated playwright Conor McPherson boldly reimagines the songs of the legendary Bob Dylan in Girl from the North Country - the soaring masterwork about the dreams we keep close, the people we hold dear, and the place we call home. The album was recorded on Monday, March 9th. Preorder and release date information will be available soon.

VIDEO: Watch GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Record Cast Album; Release Set for Spring!
by Stephi Wild - April 15, 2020


The original cast album to the Broadway musical Girl From The North Country will be released this spring by Sony Music/Legacy Recordings.

VIDEO: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Spotlights 'Tight Connection to My Heart'
by Nicole Rosky - March 19, 2020


Watch as the cast shines a spotlight on Dylan's 'Tight Connection to My Heart,' performed in the musical by Kimber Elayne Sprawl!

TV: Which Dylan Song Reigns Supreme? Cast of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY Picks!
by Nicole Rosky - March 14, 2020


The music of Bob Dylan is back! Just last week, the best of Broadway gathered to celebrate opening night of Girl from the North Country- a soaring masterwork from playwright Conor McPherson about the dreams we keep close, the people we hold dear, and the place we call home. The new musical features 25 songs from the incredible catalogue of one of the greatest songwriters of all time.

TV: Go Inside Opening Night of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY on Broadway!
by TV - Opening Night Special - March 6, 2020


The Belasco Theatre was the place to be last night as Broadway's best gathered to celebrate opening night of Girl from the North Country. What is the new musical, created by Conor McPherson and featuring the music of Bob Dylan, about?

TV: Watch Broadway Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY
by Nicole Rosky - March 6, 2020


The Belasco Theatre was the place to be last night as Broadway's best gathered to celebrate opening night of Girl from the North Country. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and we're taking you to the star-studded red carpet with Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ethan Slater, Brian d'Arcy James, Michal Park and so many more!

Other Productions of Girl from the North Country

2017   West End Original West End Production
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2017   West End West End Transfer Production
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2018   Off-Broadway Public Theater North American Premiere
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2019   West End West End Return Engagement
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2022   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2023   US Tour North American Tour
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Girl from the North Country - 2022 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2022 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Conor McPherson
2022 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Conor McPherson
2022 Tony Awards Best Musical Girl From The North Country
2022 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Simon Hale
2022 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Jeannette Bayardelle
2022 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Mare Winningham
2022 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Simon Baker
2020 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Musical Girl from the North Country

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