Hedwig and the Angry Inch 2014 - Articles Page 2

Run Time:
1 hour and 35 minutes, with no intermission
Ages: 16+
Opened: April 22, 2014
Closing: September 13, 2015

Hedwig and the Angry Inch - 2014 - Broadway History , Info & More

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

John Cameron Mitchell stars on Broadway in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, Mitchell and Stephen Trask's landmark American musical, directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening). Heartbreaking and wickedly funny, this raucously entertaining show has inspired a generation.

Brilliantly innovative and raucously entertaining, Hedwig has inspired a generation. The show was called "the Best Rock Musical Ever" by Rolling Stone and "the most exciting rock score written for the theatre since, oh, ever," by Time Magazine.

Winner of the 2014 Best Musical Revival Tony Award.

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Photo Flash: Alan Cumming Visits Darren Criss in Final HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH Performance
by Sally Henry Fuller - July 19, 2015


Alan Cumming came to see Darren Criss take his final bow in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH on Broadway this afternoon. Following the show, Cumming took a selfie with Criss in the GLEE star's dressing room. Cumming tweeted, (@Alancumming) 'Just saw @DarrenCriss rock it again in @HedwigOnBway. Bravo wee D, bravo!!' Check out the pic below!

Photo Flash: GLEE's Harry Shum Jr. Visits Darren Criss At HEDWIG
by Sally Henry Fuller - July 19, 2015


GLEE's Harry Shum Jr. went to see fellow GLEE alum Darren Criss perform in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH during his last weekend playing the title role on Broadway. Shum took to Instagram to share a pic of the friends' reunion. Check out the photo of the GLEE guys below!

Darren Criss Plays Final HEDWIG Performance Today; Taye Diggs to Step in Next
by Sally Henry Fuller - July 19, 2015


Darren Criss will conclude his limited 12-week engagement in Broadway's HEDIWG AND THE ANGRY INCH, the Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival, today, July 19.

Behind The Scenes Video Of Darren Criss's Sexy Photo Shoot For Broadway Style Guide
by Pat Cerasaro - July 15, 2015


Get a look at a sexy photo shoot with Darren Criss!

John Cameron Mitchell Wants to See Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake Take on HEDWIG
by Jessica Showers - July 8, 2015


Pop stars Lady Gaga and Justin Timberlake are being summoned to Broadway!

Outfest 2015 Honors HEDWIG's John Cameron Mitchell Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 9, 2015


BroadwayWorld can't think of a more deserving stage maven! Hedwig and the Angry Inch creator and star and 2015 Special Tony Award winner John Cameron Mitchell is this year's Outfest Achievement Award recipient. The presentation will take place before the festival's opening night screening of TIG tonight, July 9, in Los Angeles.

VIDEO: Taye Diggs Talks HEDWIG on 'Live': 'I Will Be Amazing, But I'm Petrified'
by Caryn Robbins - July 6, 2015


Taye Diggs stopped by 'Live with Kelly and Michael' to talk about the physical demands of playing HEDWIG.

VIDEO: Taye Diggs on Crossing the Line with HEDWIG Jokes: 'No One Likes to Offend Anyone'
by Caryn Robbins - July 2, 2015


The actor spoke with ET this week about recent controversial remarks made in character by current HEDWIG, Darren Criss about Caitlyn Jenner.

Photo Coverage: There's a New Hedwig in Town! Taye Diggs Preps for His Return to Broadway!
by Walter McBride - July 1, 2015


Taye Diggs will soon make his return to Broadway in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, taking over the lead role in the 2014 Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival from Darren Criss. Diggs will play a limited 12-week engagement starting Wednesday, July 22 at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street). Hedwig will mark Diggs' first New York stage role since the 2005 revival of A Soldier's Play. Diggs met the press today and you can go inside the special day below!

STAGE TUBE: Taye Diggs Chats Son's Reaction to HEDWIG Makeup and More!
by Stage Tube - June 30, 2015


Taye Diggs recently spoke with ET about playing 'Hedwig', his son's reaction to his glittery makeup and more - click below to watch the interview!

TV: Taye Diggs Preps for His Turn in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH!
by Nicole Rosky - June 30, 2015


Taye Diggs will soon make his return to Broadway in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, taking over the lead role in the 2014 Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival from Darren Criss. Diggs will play a limited 12-week engagement starting Wednesday, July 22 at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street). Hedwig will mark Diggs' first New York stage role since the 2005 revival of A Soldier's Play. Diggs met the press today and you can go inside the special day below!

FREEZE FRAME: Taye Diggs Preps for His Return to Broadway in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH!
by Walter McBride - June 30, 2015


Taye Diggs will soon make his return to Broadway in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, taking over the lead role in the 2014 Tony Award winning Best Musical Revival from Darren Criss. Diggs will play a limited 12-week engagement starting Wednesday, July 22 at the Belasco Theatre (111 West 44th Street). Hedwig will mark Diggs' first New York stage role since the 2005 revival of A Soldier's Play. Diggs met the press today and you can check out a photo preview from the special day below!

UPDATE: More BWW Readers Weigh In On Darren Criss' Apology for Recent Caitlyn Jenner Comment
by Caryn Robbins - June 26, 2015


BroadwayWorld readers have since shared their reaction to the incident, weighing in on BWW's Facebook page. Several of their responses follow

Outfest 2015 to Honor HEDWIG's John Cameron Mitchell
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2015


BroadwayWorld can't think of a more deserving stage maven! Variety writes that Hedwig and the Angry Inch creator and star and 2015 Special Tony Award winner John Cameron Mitchell is this year's Outfest Achievement Award recipient.

Photo Flash: Taye Diggs Gets Glam for Return to Broadway in HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by Tyler Peterson - June 24, 2015


Taye Diggs will make his return to Broadway in Hedwig and the Angry Inch next month - and PEOPLE has debuted the first, exclusive shot of the stage and screen vet all glammed up for the highly-coveted role. Check it out below!

HEDWIG's Darren Criss & Rebecca Naomi Jones to Appear at New York Pride Parade
by Tyler Peterson - June 23, 2015


The Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI), the nation's oldest and largest LGBTQ youth service organization, is pleased to announce an ongoing partnership with Broadway's Hedwig and the Angry Inch for the New York City Pride Parade on Sunday, June 28, 2015. This partnership aims to celebrate LGBTQ youth and will feature actors Darren Criss and Rebecca Naomi Jones on the HMI parade float alongside HMI youth members who will walk during the parade.

Darren Criss Talks Self-Penned 'This Time' Written For GLEE
by Pat Cerasaro - June 17, 2015


Darren Criss talks GLEE!

Hedwig and the Angry Inch FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Hedwig and the Angry Inch have there been?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has had 8 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1998, Off-Broadway which opened in 1998, London Fringe which opened in 2005, New York which opened in 2006, Off-Broadway which opened in 2007, Broadway which opened in 2014, US Tour which opened in 2016 and US Tour which opened in 2016.
What Tony Awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch been nominated for?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has been nominated for the following Tony Awards: Best Costume Design of a Musical for Arianne Phillips, Best Direction of a Musical for Michael Mayer, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Kevin Adams, Best Revival of a Musical for The Shubert Organization, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Eric Schnall, Stacey Mindich, Martian Entertainment, Sharon Karmazin, Ruth Hendel, Colin Callender, Paula Marie Black, Raise the Roof, Patrick Catullo, Latitude Link, Barbara Whitman, Jayne Baron Sherman, David Binder, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Julian Crouch, and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Tim O'Heir.
What Tony Awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch won?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has won the following Tony Awards: Best Costume Design of a Musical for Arianne Phillips, Best Direction of a Musical for Michael Mayer, Best Lighting Design of a Musical for Kevin Adams, Best Revival of a Musical for The Shubert Organization, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Eric Schnall, Stacey Mindich, Martian Entertainment, Sharon Karmazin, Ruth Hendel, Colin Callender, Paula Marie Black, Raise the Roof, Patrick Catullo, Latitude Link, Barbara Whitman, Jayne Baron Sherman, David Binder, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Julian Crouch, and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Tim O'Heir.
What awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch been nominated for?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Michael Mayer, Outstanding Revival of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Neil Patrick Harris and Lena Hall, and Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The show also received nominations for Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Kevin Adams and Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
What awards has Hedwig and the Angry Inch won?
Hedwig and the Angry Inch has won several awards, including Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Michael Mayer, Outstanding Revival of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for the show itself, Distinguished Performance Awards at the Drama League Awards for Neil Patrick Harris and Lena Hall, and Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. The show also received the Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Kevin Adams, as well as the Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
What are the songs in Hedwig and the Angry Inch and what's the order?
Tear Me Down
The Origin of Love
Sugar Daddy
Angry Inch
Wig in a Box
Wicked Little Town
The Long Grift
Hedwig's Lament
Exquisite Corpse
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