Allegiance 2015 - Articles Page 3.4

Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: November 8, 2015
Closing: February 14, 2016

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Longacre Theatre (Broadway)
220 West 48th Street New York, NY

Beloved television star and popular social media icon George Takei (Star Trek, Heroes) stars in this unforgettable new musical alongside Telly Leung (Godspell, "Glee") and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Aladdin, Mulan) in her highly anticipated Broadway return. Inspired by Takei's true-life experience, Allegiance is an untold American story spanning from the lush California heartland, to the windswept prairies of Wyoming, to the European battlefields of World War II- a multi-generational tale of one Japanese American family's love, optimism and unparalleled heroism in the face of unimaginable circumstances.

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STAGE TUBE: Go Inside ALLEGIANCE's Tech Rehearsals in Episode 6 of TREK TO BROADWAY
by Stage Tube - October 23, 2015


Below, go behind-the-scenes of Broadway's ALLEGIANCE with Episode 6 of the musical's 'TREK TO BROADWAY', titled 'You Could Drive A Person Crazy,' which takes a closer look at the team behind the show's lights, sound, set and more as the company speeds toward tech rehearsals!

STAGE TUBE: ALLEGIANCE Stars George Takei and Telly Leung Chat New Musical and More
by Stage Tube - October 20, 2015


ALLEGIANCE stars George Takei and Telly Leung stopped by GOOD DAY NEW YORK today to discuss the new musical and its long journey to Broadway. Check out the interview below!

Lea Salonga Will Host Pinoy Day Talkback at ALLEGIANCE Later This Month
by Nicole Rosky - October 19, 2015


Allegiance stars Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Miserables) in her long-awaited return to Broadway, and later this month, fans will get a chance to get up close and personal with the superstar.  The October 31 matinee performance of Allegiance is Pinoy Day! 'Pinoy' is an informal demonym referring to the Filipino people in the Philippines and overseas Filipinos around the world. Salonga, the first Filipina Tony Award-winner, will host a post-show talkback, so have your questions ready!

Photo Flash: Sydney Lucas, Jake Lucas & Oscar Williams Visit Broadway's ALLEGIANCE
by Tyler Peterson - October 19, 2015


The cast of the new musical  ALLEGIANCE were visited by a trio of young Broadway stars at the Sunday matinee performance at the Longacre Theatre.  Tony nominee Sydney Lucas who was one of the stars of 'Fun Home' joined her brother, Jake Lucas who is in 'The King & I' along with current 'Fun Home' co-star Oscar Wiliams for the performance. Check out photos from their visit below!

Photo Flash: ALLEGIANCE's Lea Salonga, George Takei, and Telly Leung Grace Pages of Vanity Fair
by Sally Henry - October 18, 2015


Broadway's newest family has posed for a portrait in an upcoming issue of Vanity Fair.

Broadway's ALLEGIANCE Sets Digital Lottery, Rush Policies
by Tyler Peterson - October 16, 2015


Sing Out, Louise! Productions and ATA announced that the new American musical Allegiance will implement a digital lottery for $39 seats available each day via allegiancemusical.com/lottery. 

VIDEO: ALLEGIANCE's Lea Salonga, George Takei, Telly Leung Greeted By Fans At Stage Door
by Michael Dale - October 14, 2015


Cheering crowds greet the stars of ALLEGIANCE as they exit the theatre.

BWW Interview: Telly Leung on His New Album, Reuniting with Lea Salonga in Broadway's ALLEGIANCE & More
by Tyler Peterson - October 23, 2015


With Leung's packed fall schedule in full swing, BroadwayWorld recently caught up with him, where he opened up about the journey of producing an album, working alongside Takei and Salonga in ALLEGIANCE, and much more.

VIDEO: George Takei Talks Making His Broadway Debut in ALLEGIANCE
by Caryn Robbins - October 7, 2015


On yesterday's WENDY WILLIAMS, TV legend George Takei stopped by to talk about making his Broadway debut in the original musical ALLEGIANCE.

ALLEGIANCE, Starring George Takei, Lea Salonga and Telly Leung, Begins Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - October 6, 2015


Allegiance, a new American musical starring George Takei, Lea Salonga and Telly Leung, begins previews tonight, October 6, 2015 at Broadway's Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Opening night is set for Sunday, November 8, 2015.

VIDEO: ALLEGIANCE Stars George Takei & Lea Salonga Talk Emotional Journey to Broadway
by Caryn Robbins - October 5, 2015


ALLEGIANCE stars George Takei and Lea Salonga talk about their emotional journey to Broadway and how they have used the power of social media to promote their new show.

George Takei Talks New Broadway Musical ALLEGIANCE on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - October 5, 2015


Best known as Sulu on the original STAR TREK, actor George Takei will make his Broadway debut in the musical ALLEGIANCE, based on his real-life experiences during World War II.

VIDEO: Exclusive! Get a First-Hand Look at ALLEGIANCE's Journey in Episode 5 of TREK TO BROADWAY
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 3, 2015


Below, go behind-the-scenes of Broadway's ALLEGIANCE with Episode 5 of the musical's 'TREK TO BROADWAY', titled 'The Point of No Return,' featuring interviews with the cast and creative team, plus some rehearsal footage!

TV: On Broadway at Last! Meet the Company of ALLEGIANCE; Plus Catch a Sneak Peek!
by Nicole Rosky - September 30, 2015


Broadway's Allegiance, a new musical inspired by Takei's true-life story, opens on November 8, 2015 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Previews begin October 6. It features a book by Marc Acito and music and lyrics by Jay Kuo. Olivier Award nominee Stafford Arima (London's Ragtime, Off-Broadway's Bare, Carrie, Altar Boyz) directs. The company put on a press preview yesterday, and BroadwayWorld brings you interviews with the company and a sneak peek of the cast in action below!

Photo Coverage: ALLEGIANCE Company Gives a Sneak Peek from the Longacre Theatre!
by Jennifer Broski - September 30, 2015


Broadway's Allegiance, a new musical inspired by Takei's true-life story, opens on November 8, 2015 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Previews begin October 6. It features a book by Marc Acito and music and lyrics by Jay Kuo. Olivier Award nominee Stafford Arima (London's Ragtime, Off-Broadway's Bare, Carrie, Altar Boyz) directs. The company put on a press preview yesterday, and BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the special day below!

TV: ALLEGIANCE Gets Ready for Broadway - Lea Salonga, Telly Leung and More in Action!
by TV - Press Previews - September 29, 2015


Broadway's Allegiance, a new musical inspired by Takei's true-life story, opens on November 8, 2015 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Previews begin October 6. It features a book by Marc Acito and music and lyrics by Jay Kuo. Olivier Award nominee Stafford Arima (London's Ragtime, Off-Broadway's Bare, Carrie, Altar Boyz) directs. The company put on a press preview earlier today, and BroadwayWorld brings you fully-staged footage of Lea Salonga, Telly Leung, Katie Rose Clarke and more in action below!

VIDEO: Lea Salonga Rehearses ALLEGIANCE Song on Periscope
by Sally Henry Fuller - September 27, 2015


The upcoming Broadway musical ALLEGIANCE's official Periscope account has just posted an exciting sneak peek, and BroadwayWorld has is it!

Up on the Marquee: ALLEGIANCE
by Walter McBride - September 24, 2015


Broadway's Allegiance, a new musical inspired by Takei's true-life story, opens on November 8, 2015 at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Previews begin October 6. It features a book by Marc Acito and music and lyrics by Jay Kuo. Olivier Award nominee Stafford Arima (London's Ragtime, Off-Broadway's Bare, Carrie, Altar Boyz) directs. Check out photos of the marquee below!

VIDEO: ALLEGIANCE's George Takei and Husband Brad In Part 8 of 'Heightened Reality' Series, IT TAKEIS TWO
by Michael Dale - September 18, 2015


After 28 years of marriage George and Brad have learned how to deal with each other's impulse buys... or have they?

BWW Interview: ALLEGIANCE's 'Honorary Asian' Marc Acito Reveals How His Mid-Life Crisis Brought Him to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - September 19, 2015


Marc Acito has a lot to look forward to this fall. in just weeks, is words will come to life onstage when ALLEGIANCE begins previews at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). The musical, inspired by George Takei's true-life story, marks Acito's Broadway debut- a feat that he didn't even consider possible just six years ago. 

STAGE TUBE: ALLEGIANCE Hits Rehearsals in TREK TO BROADWAY, Episode 4 - 'The Point of No Return'
by Stage Tube - September 16, 2015


Below, get a sneak peek behind the scenes of Broadway's ALLEGIANCE with Episode 4 of the musical's 'TREK TO BROADWAY', titled 'The Point of No Return,' featuring interviews with the cast and creative team, plus some rehearsal footage!

Allegiance FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Allegiance have there been?
Allegiance has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 1918, Broadway which opened in 2015 and Los Angeles which opened in 2018.
What awards has Allegiance been nominated for?
Allegiance has been nominated for Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Alejo Vietti.

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