42nd Street - Articles Page 17

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes with one intermission
Ages: 8+
Opened: 2020

Upcoming Schedule:

Schedule varies: check show website for most up to date information.

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20 N Upper Wacker Dr Chicago, IL 60606

The Tony Award-winning song-and-dance spectacular 42nd Street centers on a starry-eyed young dancer named Peggy Sawyer who leaves her home in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to audition for the new Broadway show Pretty Lady, staged by notorious director Julian Marsh. When leading lady Dorothy Brock breaks her ankle, Peggy takes over and rises from chorus girl to star status overnight. 42nd Street is filled with sensational tap numbers and memorable melodies like "Lullaby of Broadway," "We're in the Money," "You're Getting to Be a Habit with Me," "I Only Have Eyes for You," "Shuffle Off to Buffalo," and the famed title song. With music by Harry Warren, lyrics by Al Dubin and Johnny Mercer, and a book by Michael Stewart and Mark Bramble, the stage musical is based on the novel by Bradford Ropes and Busby Berkeley's 1933 movie.

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Wake Up With BWW 1/27: Kevin Chamberlin Joins THE PROM Film, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2020


Today's top stories: Kevin Chamberlin has joined the cast of the upcoming film adaptation of The Prom, and more!

BWW Interview: Mike Iveson & WHAT Touring THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO Him
by Gil Kaan - Jan 25, 2020


Already in previews, Heidi Schreck's 2019 Tony-nominated Best Play and Pulitzer Prize finalist WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME has been extended twice at the Mark Taper Forum through February 28, 2020. Maria Dizzia assumes the role of Heidi in this national tour, with original Broadway cast members Mike Iveson and Rosdely Ciprian rounding out the cast. (Jocelyn Shek will alternate the role of debater with Rosdely.) I had the opportunity to ask a few CONSTITUTIONal questions of Mike.

Fellowship for Performing Arts' PARADISE LOST Has Been Extended
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2020


Fellowship for Performing Arts announced today that the New York premiere of Paradise Lost will extend due to popular demand. Originally scheduled to conclude its run on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, Paradise Lost will now play an additional week, through Sunday, March 1, 2020. 

Photo Flash: Go Inside Opening Night of PARADISE LOST
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 23, 2020


Written by award-winning playwright Tom Dulack (Incommunicado, Kennedy Center Prize for New American Drama; Road to Damascus) and directed by Michael Parva (Irena's Vow, Martin Luther on Trial), PARADISE LOST just opened last night, January 22, at Theatre Three at Theatre Row (410 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) for a run through Sunday, February 23, 2020. Tickets are on sale now at www.FPAtheatre.com.

65th Viennese Opera Ball Will Take Place in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2020


The 65th Viennese Opera Ball will take place on February 7, 2020 at 8pm at Cirpriani 42nd Street in New York City.

TV: If You Were an Emoji, Which Would You Be? The Stars of EMOJILAND Make Their Picks!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 25, 2020


On opening night, BroadwayWorld asked the cast: If you were an emoji, which would you be? Watch below to see how Lesli Margherita, Josh Lamon and more respond!

2020 Season Muny Kids And Teens Creative Teams Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2020


The Muny announced today the choreographers and music directors for its Muny Kids and Teens 2020 season. The Muny's flagship education programs, The Muny Kids and Teens are two of nine offerings under The Crawford Taylor Education Initiative. Muny Director of Education, Tali Allen, and Artistic Associate, Michael Baxter, will serve as Artistic Directors for the groups. Information regarding upcoming auditions for The Muny Kids and Teens can be found here.

The 'West of Broadway' Podcast Welcomes Joshua Holden from 'The Joshua Show'
by West of Broadway - Jan 22, 2020


Segerstrom Center for the Arts' in Costa Mesa, California continues it's 2019 - 2020 Family Series with The Joshua Show: Episode 2. This family-friendly production plays February 1 and 2 in Samueli Theater. Will caught up with Joshua himself. Joshua holden is an Award-winning puppeteer and Ambassador joy. He shares how he uses singing, tap dancing and a cast of zany puppets to thrill audiences of all ages in his whimsical production about friendship and the value of being yourself.

BC/EFA's BROADWAY BACKWARDS Returns on March 16, 2020 At The New Amsterdam Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2020


Broadway's biggest stars and beloved legends will share LGBTQ twists on classic and modern favorites when Broadway Backwards returns on Monday, March 16.

Photo Flash: First Look at PARADISE LOST at Theatre Row
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2020


Written by award-winning playwright Tom Dulack (Incommunicado, Kennedy Center Prize for New American Drama; Road to Damascus) and directed by Michael Parva (Irena's Vow, Martin Luther on Trial), performances of PARADISE LOST begin on Wednesday, January 15, with opening night set for Wednesday, January 22, at Theatre Three at Theatre Row (410 W. 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) for a run through Sunday, February 23, 2020. Tickets are on sale now at www.FPAtheatre.com.

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of SEESAW at Theatre Row
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2020


J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company presents Seesaw, with book by Michael Bennett, music by Cy Coleman, and lyrics by Dorothy Fields, will begin performances Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 7:30pm and continue through February 23, 2020 at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street - between 9th and Dyer Avenues). Seesaw is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company. Based on the play Two for the Seesaw by William Gibson. Opening Night is Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 7:30pm.

Ann Harada, Victoria Clark, and More Announced as 'Live At The Lortel' Podcast Guests For February 2020
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2020


The Lucille Lortel Theatre Foundation has announced the guest lineup for February 2020 tapings of the popular a?oeLive at the Lortela?? podcast focused on Off-Broadway. Each taping lasts about 60 minutes a?" with 45 minutes of moderated conversation with host Eric Ostrow and 15 minutes for audience questions. As always, tickets are free to the public and can be reserved by visiting www.liveatthelortel.com.

Photo Coverage: The Cast of A SOLDIER'S PLAY Takes Their Opening Night Bows
by Walter McBride - Jan 22, 2020


A Soldier's Play opened last night on Broadway at the American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street). Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows!

Tickets On Sale For The Much-Anticipated Return Of JERSEY BOYS At The 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2020


Tickets are on sale now for the much-anticipated return engagement of the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning hit musical JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, playing in Seattle for one week only at The 5th Avenue Theatre from April 14 a?" 19, 2020. 

Two-Time Tony Award Winner Christine Ebersole Brings Acclaimed Concert To Los Angeles
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2020


The Wallis and Mark Cortale present An Evening With Christine Ebersole on Friday, February 28, 2020, 7 pm, in the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts' Bram Goldsmith Theater. The two-time Tony Award-winning star of 42nd Street and Grey Gardens returns to The Wallis to perform music from the American Songbook, Broadway and more. With music direction by Lawrence Yurman and special guest Scott Frankel, composer of War Paint and Grey Gardens, the evening is directed by Scott Wittman (Hairspray, Smash, Patti LuPone on Broadway).

Review Roundup: A SOLDIER'S PLAY Opens On Broadway - See What the Critics Are Saying
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2020


A Soldier's Play opens tonight on Broadway at the American Airlines Theatre.

TV: Lesli Margherita, Josh Lamon & More Celebrate Opening Night of EMOJILAND!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Jan 21, 2020


Emojiland has officially opened off-Broadway! The new musical will run through Sunday, March 8, 2020 at The Duke on 42nd Street in New 42nd Street Studios (229 West 42nd Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues). What's the new show all about? 'We know what people are saying. We know that people hear 'Emojiland the Musical' and go... huh? We're kind of counting on that,' explains star Leslie Margherita. 'We want people to come and have their minds changed. I loved the message of this musical about being inclusive, and that people aren't what they are at their face value.'

Wake Up With BWW 1/21: A SOLDIER'S PLAY Opens, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2020


Today's top stories: A Soldier's Play officially opens tonight, and more!

Review Roundup: Did the Critics Give Heart-Eyes to EMOJILAND?
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2020


Emojiland has officially opened off-Broadway!

Photo Coverage: Go Inside Opening Night of EMOJILAND, with Lesli Margherita, Josh Lamon & More!
by Linda Lenzi - Jan 20, 2020


Emojiland has officially opened off-Broadway! The new musical will run through Sunday, March 8, 2020 at The Duke on 42nd Street in New 42nd Street Studios (229 West 42nd Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues).

Up on the Marquee: A SOLDIER'S PLAY
by Walter McBride - Jan 17, 2020


Previews are currently underway for A Soldier's Play, which opens officially on January 21, 2020. This is a limited engagement at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street).

Photo Coverage: In Rehearsal with Rachel Bay Jones, Brandon Victor Dixon and the Cast of NEXT TO NORMAL
by Walter McBride - Jan 17, 2020


BroadwayWorld is taking you inside rehearsals for Next to Normal at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts! Take a look at photos below!

Cast & Creative Team Announced For SEESAW at Theatre Row
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2020


J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first of the three productions in the company's inaugural 2020 season. Seesaw, with book by Michael Bennett, music by Cy Coleman, and lyrics by Dorothy Fields, will begin performances Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 7:30pm and continue through February 23, 2020 at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street a?' between 9th and Dyer Avenues). Seesaw is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company. Based on the play Two for the Seesaw by William Gibson. Opening Night is Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 7:30pm.

Foothill Music Theatre will Present THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD This February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2020


Multi-award winning Foothill Music Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning musical The Mystery of Edwin Drood.

Orchestra of St. Luke's Will Begin 2020 Season with HANDEL & VIVALDI: RARE WORKS FOR DOUBLE ORCHESTRA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2020


Orchestra of St. Luke's will begin its 2020 winter-spring season on February 6 when OSL Principal Conductor Bernard Labadie and the Orchestra fill Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage with an extravagant program of works for double orchestra by Handel and Vivaldi.

Other Productions of 42nd Street

1980   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1983   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1984   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1984   West End London Production
West End
1991   West End Return Engagement [West End]
West End
2001   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2002   US Tour National Tour
US Tour
2006   Pittsburgh, PA (Regional) Pittsburgh CLO Revival
Pittsburgh, PA (Regional)
2015   US Tour Non-Equity National Tour
US Tour
2017   West End West End Revival
West End
2020   Chicago Lyric Opera of Chicago Production
Chicago

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