2 / 10
For a musical that’s been squatting in various cities for more than 10 years, it’s hard to believe that so many crummy songs have stuck around all this time. The melodies range from forgettable to bouncy-house random. And the lyrics are, well, they’re by a novelist.
2 / 10
Stoller’s songs are serviceable, Rainer Dart’s lyrics are something less. There’s nothing as catchy as Stoller’s “Yakety Yak” or “Jailhouse Rock.” To make up for that deficit, the show closes with “Wind Beneath My Wings,” even though Stoller didn’t write it. That credit belongs to Jeff Silbar and Larry Henley, who have been relegated to a “special thanks” on the last page of the Playbill credits. A mess as major as “Beaches” required not one but two directors, Lonny Price and Matt Cowart.
Beaches concludes its Broadway run at the Majestic Theatre May 24, following 28 previews and 38 regular performances. The final performance comes over three months before the production was originally set to play its scheduled final performance of its limited engagement on September 6.
BroadwayWorld has learned that Beaches, A New Musical will close on Broadway this Sunday, May 24. The final performance comes over three months before the production was originally set to play its scheduled final performance.
Beaches star Jessica Vosk has revealed that a 'superfan' made their way backstage and into her dressing room following a recent performance of the Broadway musical. Watch a video of her detailing the 'scary encounter' on Instagram.
In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Zurin Villanueva, who plays Janice and others in Beaches. She takes us backstage at the Majestic Theatre to share some of her favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!
Jessica Vosk, who currently stars as Cee Cee Bloom in the new Broadway musical Beaches, is currently originating her first role on Broadway - and would have been eligible for a Tony Award for the first time this season.
Friendship is nearly always a side element in musicals. From the comic sidekick of the leading character to the backup pals who provide background vocals, friends are part of the fabric of many shows—but rarely are they the main event.
Jessica Vosk, currently starring in Beaches on Broadway, joined with Marc Shaiman to record a special rendition of the song Shaiman co-wrote for the 1988 film, 'Otto Titsling.' Check out the video here!
The newly opened Broadway original musical Beaches, A New Musical has has just shared a first look! Watch highlights from the new musical in this video.
At the Majestic Theatre, Beaches on Broadway offers audiences a story about lifelong friendship that resonates far beyond the stage. Go inside one writer’s experience attending with her best friend in this first person essay.
Beaches has made it to Broadway! Just last week, the best of Broadway gathered at the Majestic Theatre to celebrate opening night of the new musical, directed by Lonny Price and Matt Cowart. Watch in the video as the full company hits the red carpet on opening night!
Beaches has made it to Broadway! The new musical just celebrated its opening night at the Majestic Theatre, where it is set to run through Sunday, September 6. Check out photos from the star-studded opening night red carpet here.
Reviews are rolling in for the Broadway production of Beaches, a new musical based on the classic film, celebrating the power of female friendship. Did critics have a day at the beach at Beaches? Find out in our review roundup!
Beaches, A New Musical, is partnering with Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit organization co-founded by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, as part of the Generation Be There campaign.
Performances are now underway for the Broadway production of Beaches, A New Musical. Audra McDonald and Bonnie Milligan recently paid a visit to the show, and posed with the cast backstage after the performance. Check out photos here!
Beaches star Jessica Vosk visited Good Morning America on Monday, taking the stage for a performance of the iconic Bette Midler staple, 'Wind Beneath My Wings.' Watch the rendition of the song from Vosk, followed by a conversation with her co-star Kelli Barrett on GMA3.
All new production photos have been released from the Broadway production of Beaches, A New Musical. Tickets are on sale now. Check out the photos and learn more here!
Broadway's Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett will visit Good Morning America next week for a performance from the new musical Beaches, ahead of its opening night later this month.
Jessica Vosk is opening up about the reality of creating a new Broadway show, especially one with an already dedicated fanbase. The Beaches star took to Threads to share that she knows people are coming to the show to see the movie and 'OG songs.'
As Beaches, A New Musical begins performances on Broadway, get merch from the show! The production is offering a variety of apparel, along with a beach towel, picture frame, boat tote, and more.
Watch video highlights from BEACHES: A NEW MUSICAL ahead of its Broadway run at the Majestic Theatre. The production stars Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett. Previews will begin April 22 for a limited engagement.
Preveiws are about to begin for Beaches, A New Musical, which opeens Wednesday, April 22 with a limited engagement through Sunday, September 6. Check out the new Broadway marquee at the Majestic Theatre ahead of the big night!
Watch Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett sing 'Best Friend' with the Beaches orchestra for the first time! The upcoming musical has shared a video from their wandelprobe, where they rehearsed with their 18-piece orchestra for the first time.
Performances are now underway for Beaches, A New Musical, the new musical about the friends who carry us through life. Learn more and meet the cast of Beaches here!
| 2014 | Arlington, VA (Regional) |
World Premiere Production Arlington, VA (Regional) |
| 2015 | Chicago (Regional) |
Drury Lane Production Chicago (Regional) |
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Drama League Awards | OUTSTANDING PRODUCTION OF A MUSICAL | Beaches |
| 2026 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical | Jessica Vosk |
