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Opened: September 10, 2012
Closing: January 06, 2013

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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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TV: Chatting with the Cast & Creative Team of CHAPLIN - Plus A Performance Preview!
by Nicole Rosky - August 13, 2012


CHAPLIN's cast and creative team met the press just yesterday, and BroadwayWorld's own Richard Ridge was there to chat about the new show. Hear what they had to say and check out a performance preview below!

Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal with the Cast of CHAPLIN!
by Walter McBride - August 8, 2012


Rob McClure, who originated the role of Chaplin at the La Jolla Playhouse, will star in the title role of the new Broadway musical 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, CHAPLIN will open on Broadway on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, August 21, 2012. Acclaimed director/choreographer Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway) directs and choreographs the production. CHAPLIN's cast and creative team gave a preview of the new show yesterday, and BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the cast in action below.

Photo Coverage: CHAPLIN Cast and Creative Team Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride - August 8, 2012


Rob McClure, who originated the role of Chaplin at the La Jolla Playhouse, will star in the title role of the new Broadway musical 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, CHAPLIN will open on Broadway on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, August 21, 2012. Acclaimed director/choreographer Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway) directs and choreographs the production. CHAPLIN's cast and creative team met the press just yeterday, and BroadwayWorld brings you full photo coverage of the festivities below!

FREEZE FRAME: Meet the Company of CHAPLIN the Musical!
by Walter McBride - August 7, 2012


Rob McClure, who originated the role of Chaplin at the La Jolla Playhouse, will star in the title role of the new Broadway musical 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, CHAPLIN will open on Broadway on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Barrymore Theatre. CHAPLIN's cast and creative team met the press today, and BroadwayWorld brings you a photo of them below! Check back later for full coverage.

STAGE TUBE: In Rehearsal with the Cast of CHAPLIN!
by Nicole Rosky - August 7, 2012


Meet some of the creative team members of Broadway's new musical CHAPLIN. Watch director/choreographer Warren Carlyle, Rob McClure, who stars as Charlie Chaplin, set designer Beowulf Boritt and costume designer Amy Clark as they give you a taste of the sets, costumes and more. CHAPLIN arrives on Broadway this August. Click below to watch the video.

TV: Broadway-Bound CHAPLIN Performs at Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - August 2, 2012


Click below to check out the performances from Christiane Noll, Rob McClure, and Jenn Colella from Broadway-bound Chaplin!

STAGE TUBE: Go Inside CHAPLIN's Broadway Photo Shoot!
by Nicole Rosky - July 25, 2012


In the video below, go behind the scenes at a recent photo shoot for Broadway's CHAPLIN. Watch Rob McClure, who stars as Charlie Chaplin, as he talks about preparing for the role of a lifetime. CHAPLIN arrives on Broadway this August. .

CHAPLIN Box Office Now Open
by Caryn Robbins - July 23, 2012


The producers of the new musical CHAPLIN are pleased to announce that the production's box office at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) is now open.

Jenn Colella, Michael McCormick, Christiane Noll Join Broadway's CHAPLIN- Full Cast Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - July 11, 2012


The producers of the new musical CHAPLIN have just announced full casting for the production, which will star Rob McClure in the title role, as previously announced. The production will also feature Jim Borstelmann (Alf Reeves), Jenn Colella (Hedda Hopper), Erin Mackey (Oona O'Neill), Michael McCormick (Sennett, McGranery, Emcee), Christiane Noll (Hannah Chaplin), Zachary Unger (Young Charlie, Jackie) and Wayne Alan Wilcox (Sydney Chaplin).

STAGE TUBE: Rob McClure Visits Times Square as CHAPLIN!
by Kelsey Denette - July 11, 2012


Scroll down to watch Rob McClure as Charlie Chaplin as he visits Times Square! McClure will star in the title role of the upcoming musical CHAPLIN, which arrives on Broadway this August.

Photo Flash: First Look at Rob McClure as CHAPLIN!
by Nicole Rosky - July 2, 2012


Rob McClure, who originated the role of Chaplin at the La Jolla Playhouse, will star in the title role of the new Broadway musical 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, CHAPLIN will open on Broadway on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, August 21, 2012. Acclaimed director/choreographer Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway) directs and choreographs the production. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of McClure as the title character below!

Rob McClure to Lead CHAPLIN on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - May 31, 2012


Rob McClure, who originated the role of Chaplin at the La Jolla Playhouse, will star in the title role of the new Broadway musical 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, CHAPLIN will open on Broadway on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, August 21, 2012. Acclaimed director/choreographer Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway) directs and choreographs the production. Additional casting and additional creative team to be announced soon.

CHAPLIN to Open at Broadway's Barrymore Theatre in September 2012; Warren Carlyle to Direct
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2012


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, will open on Broadway on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street). Previews will begin Tuesday, August 21, 2012. Acclaimed director/choreographer Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway) directs and choreographs the production. Casting and additional creative team to be announced soon.

New Musical BECOMING CHAPLIN Broadway-Bound in 2012-13; Curtis, Meehan & Carlyle on Creative Team
by Robert Diamond - January 26, 2012


BECOMING 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, will open on Broadway in the 2012-2013 season. Acclaimed director/choreographer Warren Carlyle (Finian's Rainbow, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway) directs and choreographs the production. Broadway theatre, casting, additional creative team and dates to be announced.

Chaplin FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Chaplin have there been?
Chaplin has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 2012 and US Tour which opened in 2014.
What awards has Chaplin been nominated for?
Chaplin has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Costume Design, Outstanding Lighting Design, Outstanding Orchestrations, Outstanding Projection Design, and Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards. Additionally, the show received a Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards, nominations for Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Choreographer, Outstanding Costume Design, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Lighting Design, Outstanding New Broadway Musical, Outstanding New Score, and a Theatre World Award. The nominations were for various categories and individuals such as Amy Clark, Martin Pakledinaz, Ken Billington, Larry Hochman, Jon Driscoll, Scott Lehrer, Drew Levy, Warren Carlyle, and Rob McClure.
What awards has Chaplin won?
Chaplin has won several awards, including Outstanding Costume Design, Outstanding Lighting Design, Outstanding Orchestrations, Outstanding Projection Design, and Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards. The show also received the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards. Other accolades include Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as awards for Outstanding Choreographer, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding New Broadway Musical, Outstanding New Score, and Outstanding Costume Design at the Outer Critics Circle Awards. Rob McClure, a cast member, received the Theatre World Award.

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