Holler If Ya Hear Me 2014 - Articles Page 1.8

Ages: 13+
Opened: June 19, 2014
Closing: July 20, 2014

Holler If Ya Hear Me - 2014 - Broadway History , Info & More

Palace Theatre (Broadway)
1564 Broadway New York, NY

HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the world inside Tupac Shakur's music and lyrics, blazes to life in a non-biographical story about friendship, family, revenge, change and hope. Inner city lives struggle for peace against the daily challenges they face in this entertaining and original musical. Through the poetry of one of the 20th century's most influential and culturally prominent voices, we are given a window into realities of the streets still relevant today.

HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, written by Todd Kreidler, directed by Kenny Leon, will begin performances on June 2nd, 2014 (1564 Broadway at 47th Street).

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‘Holler If Ya Hear Me’ Theater Review: Tupac Shakur Resists a Broadway Makeover
6 / 10

As with the nearby 'Rocky,' the best thing about 'Holler' is the new seating configuration, which is startlingly effective in giving us a predatory hawk's eye view of the bleak street scene below. Otherwise, this show keeps falling prey to almost every cliché that has made the jukebox musical such a maligned genre in the theater. It's not just that Todd Kreidler's book can't match the power of Shakur's stark and bracing poetry. Kreidler keeps subverting those lyrics with a storyline that makes a contradictory mess of its principal characters. 'Holler' is not a travesty like the super-successful 'Mamma Mia!,' where only the first line of every Abba song refers to the action at hand and the rest of the lyrics go on their merry, aimless way. But all too often, Shakur's lyrics only comment on the emotional content of the characters' lives. As with most jukebox musicals, the lyrics rarely further the action. Which leaves Kreidler's book with way too much explaining to do.

Tupac Shakur's spirit rises in Broadway's 'Holler'
8 / 10

So let's first praise Holler If Ya Hear Me (*** out of four stars) for what it's doing -- acknowledging that Broadway audiences are growing more diverse, and encouraging that growth -- and, just as important, what it isn't doing: milking nostalgia...Under Kenny Leon's vigorous, sensitive direction, the principal actors -- among them a coolly charismatic Christopher Jackson and a typically warm, fierce Tonya Pinkins -- are convincing and sympathetic, and Waters and choreographer Wayne Cilento mine the robust grooves and soulful nuances in Shakur's material in exhilarating production numbers. Though there are sobering twists -- and contrived ones -- the overall effect is uplifting. By celebrating its subject's creativity rather than exploiting his legend, Holler sets a fundamentally positive example for a problematic form.

STAGE TUBE: Saul Williams Talks Playing the Lead in HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME on CBS
by Stage Tube - June 30, 2014


'Holler If Ya Hear Me', the first show of the new Broadway season, is based on the music and lyrics of the late rapper Tupac Shakur. In the video below, CBS 2's Dana Tyler talks with the actor and poet who plays the lead character in Broadway's first Hip-Hop musical - Saul Williams!

VIDEO: All New Cast Featurette for Broadway's HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME!
by Caryn Robbins - June 30, 2014


Below, check out an all-new cast featurette from Broadway's HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, now playing at New York's Palace Theatre!

Broadway's HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Lines Up TV Appearances
by Tyler Peterson - June 26, 2014


Tune in to see HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur, on TV: Fox5 News interviews HOLLER cast members Christopher Jackson and Tonya Pinkins tonight, Thursday, June 26 at 5pm. 'NYC Arts' will feature a segment on HOLLER tonight, Thursday, June 26 at 8pm on WNET-TV, Channel 13. CBS2 News' Dana Tyler interviews HOLLER cast member Saul Williams this Sunday, June 29 at 8am. MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' will feature a live interview with Saul Williams this Monday, June 30 in the 7am hour.

Photo Coverage: The Red Carpet Fashions of HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME!
by Walter McBride - June 25, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, blazes to life in a non-biographical story about friendship, family, revenge, change and hope. Inner city lives struggle for peace against the daily challenges they face in this entertaining and original musical. Through the poetry of one of the 20th century's most influential and culturally prominent voices, we are given a window into realities of the streets still relevant today. The show opened just last week, June 19 at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway at 47th Street), and BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet to capture all of the opening night fashions! Check out full photo coverage below!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Inside the HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - June 23, 2014


The company of Holler If Ya Hear Me just celebrated their opening with the Gypsy Robe ritual. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you full photo coverage below!

TV: Chatting with the Company of HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - June 21, 2014


The show opened last night, June 19 at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway at 47th Street), and BroadwayWorld was there for all of the festivities. Below, Richard Ridge chats with the company right after they took their first bows!

TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME!
by Nicole Rosky - June 20, 2014


The show opened last night, June 19 at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway at 47th Street), and BroadwayWorld'S Richard Ridge was on the red carpet to celebrate. Below, check out interviews with Valisia LeKae, Sam Rockwell, Condola Rashad, Constantine Maroulis and more!

Photo Coverage: Inside HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME's Opening Night Theatre Arrivals
by Jennifer Broski - June 20, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, blazes to life in a non-biographical story about friendship, family, revenge, change and hope. Inner city lives struggle for peace against the daily challenges they face in this entertaining and original musical. Through the poetry of one of the 20th century's most influential and culturally prominent voices, we are given a window into realities of the streets still relevant today. The show opened last night, June 19 at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway at 47th Street), and BroadwayWorld was there for all of the festivities. Check out photos from the star-studded theatre arrivals below!

BWW Review: Confrontational HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Channels Anger Into Art
by Michael Dale - June 20, 2014


Despite a weak book, director Kenny Leon's daring theatre piece utilizing the lyrics of Tupac Shakur is an exciting dramatic work.

Review Roundup: HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - June 19, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, opens tonight, June 19, at the Palace Theatre. Let's see what the critics had to say...

Tupac Musical HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Opens Tonight on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - June 19, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, is now in previews and will open on Thursday, June 19. Holler If Ya Hear Me, the world inside Tupac Shakur's music and lyrics, blazes to life in a non-biographical story about friendship, family, revenge, change and hope. Inner city lives struggle for peace against the daily challenges they face in this entertaining and original musical. Through the poetry of one of the 20th century's most influential and culturally prominent voices, we are given a window into realities of the streets still relevant today. BroadwayWorld brings you a sneak peek of the cast in action below!

TV: Watch Highlights from HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - June 18, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, is now in previews and will open on Thursday, June 19. Holler If Ya Hear Me, the world inside Tupac Shakur's music and lyrics, blazes to life in a non-biographical story about friendship, family, revenge, change and hope. Inner city lives struggle for peace against the daily challenges they face in this entertaining and original musical. Through the poetry of one of the 20th century's most influential and culturally prominent voices, we are given a window into realities of the streets still relevant today. BroadwayWorld brings you a sneak peek of the cast in action below!

BWW Interviews: Debut of the Month - HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME's Joshua Boone
by Caryn Robbins - June 21, 2014


Today, Joshua Boone talks to BWW about why he believes this exciting original new musical is one of the most important pieces on Broadway right now.

HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Star Saul Williams Releases Playlist in Honor of Tupac's Birthday
by Louisa Brady - June 17, 2014


Singer and poet Saul Williams stars in “Holler If Ya Hear Me,” a new musical based on the music and lyrics of Tupac Shakur, and has shared a playlist of his favorite Tupac songs in honor of the legendary rapper's birthday.

Madonna Checks Out New Tupac Musical HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME
by Caryn Robbins - June 17, 2014


Pop legend Madonna attended last night's performance of the new Broadway musical HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, now in previews at New York's Palace Theater

Photo Flash: First Look at Tupac Musical HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - June 6, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, is now in previews and will open on Thursday, June 19. HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the world inside Tupac Shakur's music and lyrics, blazes to life in a non-biographical story about friendship, family, revenge, change and hope. Inner city lives struggle for peace against the daily challenges they face in this entertaining and original musical. Through the poetry of one of the 20th century's most influential and culturally prominent voices, we are given a window into realities of the streets still relevant today. BroadwyaWorld brings you a first look at the cast in action below!

AUDIO: HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME's Saul Williams on BBC Newshour
by Tyler Peterson - June 5, 2014


Saul Williams, the star of the new musical HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, recently talked with the BBC World Service Radio's 'Newshour' about bringing the words of Tupac Shakur to Broadway. Click here to listen.

AUDIO: Preview Three Tracks from Broadway's New Tupac Musical HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME
by Tyler Peterson - May 30, 2014


Here's a chance to hear music from the new musical Holler If Ya Hear Me, written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon. Listen to 3 tracks including 'Holler If Ya Hear Me,' 'California Love' and 'Unconditional Love' in advance of the musical's first preview performance this Monday, June 2, below!

HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME & NMoH to Partner for Exhibition at Palace Theater
by Tyler Peterson - May 27, 2014


Broadway and Hip-Hop will merge with the arrival of the new musical HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, and in celebration, The National Museum of Hip-Hop (NMoH) will curate a Hip-Hop exhibition at the Palace Theater (1564 Broadway at 47th Street), home of HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME. The exhibition will invite patrons to learn about the history of Hip-Hop through one-of-a-kind artifacts and memorabilia, interact with "Dreams Walls" by inscribing it with their dreams, and view a dynamic mural featuring the 4 Elements of Hip-Hop: DJing, Emceeing. B-Boying and Graffiti. HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME ticketholders can view the exhibition at no additional cost one hour prior to each performance. The exhibition begins on Monday, June 2 at 7pm, one hour before the musical's first preview performance at 8pm, and will continue throughout the run of the production.

STAGE TUBE: Watch New TV Spot for HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME!
by Nicole Rosky - May 21, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new Broadway musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur, is written by Todd Kreidler and directed by Kenny Leon, and will begin previews on Monday, June 2 and open on Thursday, June 19. In anticipation of the big opening, check out a just-released TV spot for the new musical below!

Photo Flash: HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME Company Takes Part in Schomburg Center Panel
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new Broadway musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur was featured at the Schomburg Center's Theater Talk Panel earlier this week. Holler If Ya Hear Me director Kenny Leon, stars Saul Williams and Saycon Sengbloh and producer Jessica Green; along with Marcyliena Morgan, Executive Director of the Hip Hop Archive at Harvard and moderator Dr. James Peterson, Director of African Studies and Associate Professor at Lehigh University as they discuss the musical and why now is the time for the words of Tupac Shakur to be on Broadway. Check out photos from the special event below!

STAGE TUBE: Cast & Crew of HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME on Bringing Tupac to Broadway at Schomburg Center's Theater Talk Panel
by Tyler Peterson - May 13, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new Broadway musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur was featured at the Schomburg Center's Theater Talk Panel last night. HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME director Kenny Leon, stars Saul Williams and Saycon Sengbloh and producer Jessica Green; along withMarcyliena Morgan, Executive Director of the Hip Hop Archive at Harvard and moderator Dr. James Peterson, Director of African Studies and Associate Professor at Lehigh University as they discuss the musical and why now is the time for the words of Tupac Shakur to be on Broadway. The video also features a performance of "Unconditional Love" by Saul Williams and Saycon Sengbloh. Check it out below!

Broadway's HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME to Offer $43 Tickets in Honor of Tupac's Birthday, 6/16
by Tyler Peterson - May 12, 2014


HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new Broadway musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur, is offering $43 tickets to the performance on Monday, June 16 at 8pm in celebration of the late Tupac Shakur's 43rd birthday. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at www.Ticketmaster.com, by phone at 877-250-2929 or in person beginning May 12 at the Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway (at 47th Street). The $43 price includes the facility fee; services fees may apply; tickets are subject to availability.

Box Office for Broadway's HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME to Open 5/12
by Tyler Peterson - May 9, 2014


The Palace Theatre box office opens this Monday, May 12 at 10:00 am for tickets to HOLLER IF YA HEAR ME, the new Broadway musical inspired by the lyrics of Tupac Shakur. The Palace Theatre is located at 1564 Broadway (at 47th Street).

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