The Little Mermaid 2008 - Articles Page 3.4

Run Time:
2 hours, 30 minutes with one intermission.
Opened: January 10, 2008
Closing: August 30, 2009

The Little Mermaid - 2008 - Broadway History , Info & More

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway)
205 West 46th St. New York, NY

In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father - the king of the sea, escape the clutches of an evil sea witch and convince a prince that she's the girl with the perfect voice. Based on the beloved film, THE LITTLE MERMAID features some of Disney's most popular songs including "Part of Your World," "Kiss the Girl" and the Academy Award®-winning "Under the Sea."

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Photo Coverage: Molly Shannon Visits 'The Little Mermaid'
by Peter James Zielinski - March 2, 2008


Molly Shannon, film comedienne and 'Saturday Night Live' alumni, recently brought her family to a performance of Broadway's The Little Mermaid, where she and her children met the stars back-stage!

TV: Making of Disney's The Little Mermaid CD
by BWW News Desk - February 6, 2008


Disney's The Little Mermaid officially opened at the Lunt-Fontanne on Thursday, January 10, 2008. Based on the Disney film and the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, the company of The Little Mermaid features Sierra Boggess as 'Ariel,' Sean Palmer as 'Prince Eric,' Norm Lewis as 'King Triton,' Tituss Burgess as 'Sebastian,' Eddie Korbich as 'Scuttle,' Jonathan Freeman as 'Grimsby,' and Sherie Rene Scott as 'Ursula.' BroadwayWorld is pleased to bring you this special video, hosted by Sierra Boggess, on the making of the Original Cast Recording!

WNBC Goes Backstage with 'The Little Mermaid' Feb.2
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2008


On Saturday, February 2, WNBC'S 'Saturday Today in New York' will go back stage with Sierra Boggess and Tituss Burgess, stars of Disney's The Little Mermaid. 'Saturday Today in New York' airs locally on WNBC (channel 4).

Sierra Boggess of 'Little Mermaid' to appear on 'View' Feb.1
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2008


On Friday, February 1st, Sierra Boggess, star of Disney's The Little Mermiad will perform on ABC's 'The View.' Boggess, who plays 'Ariel,' will perform 'Part of Your World.' 'The View' airs nationally on ABC (channel 7, WABC in the tri-state area). Check local listings for showtimes. Disney's The Little Mermaid is currently playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Walt Disney Records will release The Little Mermaid original Broadway cast recording on Tuesday, February 26.

Sierra Boggess Performs on NBC 'Weekend Today' Jan.26
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2008


On Saturday, January 26, Sierra Boggess, star of Disney's The Little Mermaid will perform on NBC's 'Weekend Today.' Boggess, who plays 'Ariel,' will perform 'Part of Your World' live in-studio. 'Weekend Today' airs nationally on NBC

Photo Coverage: 'The Little Mermaid' Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - January 14, 2008


Adrian Bailey was chosen as The Little Mermaid's winner of the Gypsy Robe on Thursday, January 10 at opening night of the new musical at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

Sierra Boggess on 'Entertainment Tonight' Jan.11
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2008


'Entertainment Tonight' (ET) went backstage and behind-the-scenes at Broadway's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre with Sierra Boggess, the young breakout star of Disney's new Broadway musical, The Little Mermaid. Airing Friday, January 11 (see local listings)

Photo Coverage: 'The Little Mermaid' Opening Night Curtain Call & Party
by Walter McBride - January 11, 2008


Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' officially opened at the Lunt-Fontanne on Thursday, January 10, 2008.

Photo Coverage: 'The Little Mermaid' Opening Night Arrivals
by Walter McBride - January 11, 2008


Dozens of stars from stage and screen packed the Lunt-Fontanne on Thursday, January 10 for the official opening night of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid.'

'The Little Mermaid' on 'Good Morning America' Jan 10 & 11
by BWW News Desk - January 8, 2008


On Thursday, January 10 and Friday, January 11, Disney's The Little Mermaid will be featured on ABC's 'Good Morning America.'

Photo Coverage: Part of Sierra Boggess's Broadway World
by Ben Strothmann - January 11, 2008


Prior to the curtain coming down last night on Disney's 'The Little Mermaid,' Sierra Boggess invited BroadwayWorld to join her for her Opening Night dress and jewelry fitting. Having a blast trying on her Calvin Klein dresses selected by Orazio Fortunato and Lily Seidler, and stunning jewels by Verdura selected by Jim Haag, Ben Strothmann snapped these photos for our readers. But don't take our word about all the fun Sierra had - read the captions in her own words below! Congratulations Sierra on your Broadway debut!

Tituss Burgess: The Motion in the Ocean
by Eugene Lovendusky - January 7, 2008


Anxious for Opening Night of 'The Little Mermaid' on Thursday, January 10, Tituss Burgess (currently starring as Sebastian) shares some of his thrills in playing one of the world's most notable shellfish, the creative processes behind the new musical, and what audiences have to look forward to at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre!

'Good Day New York' Visits 'The Little Mermaid' Jan.8
by BWW News Desk - January 7, 2008


FOX 5's 'Good Day New York' reporter Anne Craig visits Broadway's The Little Mermaid on Tuesday, January 8. 'Good Day New York' airs locally on Channel 5 from 7am - 9am.

Alan Menken on XM Ch.28, December 21
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2007


Alan Menken, composer of Disney's The Little Mermaid, will be interviewed on XM Satellite Radio's 'Downstage Center' on Friday, December 21 (6 PM Eastern Time). The interview will air on XM's 'On Broadway' Channel 28.

BWW Announces Winners of 'GIVE US YOUR VOICE' Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID CONTEST- Over 100,000 Votes Cast by Over 500,000 Viewers!
by Contests Broadway - December 7, 2007


WINNER ANNOUNCED! Hundreds of submissions from talented individuals from all over the world entered the BroadwayWorld.com's 'Give Us Your Voice' contest, which were then voted upon by thousands of fans of The Little Mermaid. The performances from the very young to the young-at-heart were all incredible, making the contest not only challenging and exciting, but also generating enormous anticipation as to just whom the winner would be. The polls have closed and the votes tabulated.

Photo Coverage: Renée Fleming at The Little Mermaid
by Ben Strothmann - December 6, 2007


Renee Fleming, an American leading opera and jazz soprano, and Glen Keane, the original animator of 'Ariel,' visited the new Broadway production of Disney's The Little Mermaid at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre

'The Little Mermaid' Postpones Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2007


As a result of the current labor dispute, the new Broadway production of Disney's The Little Mermaid has postponed its previously announced Opening Night performance.

'Give Us Your Voice' Contest Voting Banners Now Available!
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2007


Contest entrants can now download banners to attach to their specific video entry to help advertise their filmed-performance and increase their chance of winning!

Photo Flash: The Little Mermaid
by BWW - November 2, 2007


Disney Theatrical Productions proudly presents the theatrical stage production of The Little Mermaid, began previews at Broadway's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on November 3, for an official opening December 6, 2007.

Photo Preview: 'The Little Mermaid' Begins November 3
by BWW - October 11, 2007


Disney Theatrical Productions is proud to present the theatrical stage production of The Little Mermaid, based on the Disney film and the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, to begin previews at Broadway's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre beginning November 3, for an official opening December 6, 2007.

'The Little Mermaid' Sells Out Entire 7-Week Pre-Bway Run
by BWW News Desk - September 7, 2007


With its final performance this Sunday, September 9, Disney's pre-Broadway engagement of The Little Mermaid has sold-out its entire seven week run at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.

Photo Preview: Disney's The Little Mermaid!
by BWW - August 23, 2007


Disney Theatrical Productions is proud to present the theatrical stage production of 'The Little Mermaid,' based on the Disney film and the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, to begin previews at Broadway's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre beginning November 3, for an official opening December 6, 2007.

Tickets for The Little Mermaid Go On Sale June 10
by BWW News Desk - June 8, 2007


The box office for Disney Theatrical Productions' The Little Mermaid on Broadway, will open on Sunday, June 10, beginning at 9AM at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th St.). The Little Mermaid begins previews on November 3, 2007 and opens on December 6, 2007.

The Little Mermaid FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Little Mermaid have there been?
The Little Mermaid has had 3 productions including New York which opened in 2007, Broadway which opened in 2008 and St. Louis, MO (Regional) which opened in 2017.
What Tony Awards has The Little Mermaid been nominated for?
Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Natasha KatzBest Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Alan Menken and Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Glenn Slater.
What awards has The Little Mermaid been nominated for?
The Little Mermaid has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Lighting Design at the Drama Desk Awards, with the nomination going to Natasha Katz. The show was also nominated for Outstanding Set Design of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, with the nomination going to George Tsypin.

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