If/Then - 2014 Broadway History , Info & More
Richard Rodgers Theatre (Broadway)
226 W. 46th St. New York, NY 10036
If/Then is a contemporary new musical that follows two distinct story lines in the life of Elizabeth, a city planner who moves back to New York to restart her life in this city of infinite possibilities. When her carefully designed plans collide with the whims of fate, Elizabeth's life splits into two parallel paths. If/Then follows both stories simultaneously as this modern woman faces the intersection of choice and chance.
If/Then is an original musical written by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators of Next to Normal, and starring Idina Menzel in her much-anticipated return to Broadway after her Tony Award-winning performance in Wicked.
If/Then also stars Tony Award winner LaChanze (The Color Purple) and reunites Idina Menzel with her original Rent co-star, Anthony Rapp.
If/Then - 2014 - Broadway Cast
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STAGE REVIEW 'If/Then'
7 / 10
The show's exploration of fate and chance seldom rises above Hallmark-card sentimentality - and the characters have no more depth...But as even John Travolta must know by now, the real star here is Menzel, and she delivers a powerful bipolar performance that often masks the shallowness of the material. In her triumphant final ballad, 'Always Starting Over,' she proves she doesn't need to defy gravity to win over fans. With her feet planted on terra firma, she can shake the rafters and pierce your heart all at once.
Idina Menzel embraces reality in 'If/Then'
9 / 10
Yorkey's book and lyrics match the probing compassion of Normal without indulging in that show's preciousness. The characters here are more accessible and likable, from James Snyder's rugged but tender Josh to Anthony Rapp's wry Lucas, Elizabeth's longtime friend. LaChanze brings infectious verve to the role of Kate, a lesbian schoolteacher who evolves from a stock comic-buddy type into a compelling individual. As for the leading lady, Menzel seems both grounded and energized by the opportunity to play a grownup who learns that there really are no ever-afters. There is poignance in that discovery, but a sense of liberation as well, and If/Then captures both to moving, invigorating effect.
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If/Then FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What If?
It's A Sign
A Map of New York
You Never Know
Ain't No Man Manhattan
What The?
Here I Go
You Don't Need to Love Me
No More Wasted Time
Surprise
This Day/Walking by a Wedding
Hey, Kid
Some Other Me
Best Worst Mistake
I Hate You
A Map of New York (Reprise)
You Learn to Live Without
The Moment Explodes
Love While You Can
What Would You Do?
Always Starting Over
What If? (Reprise)
If/Then History
Other Productions of If/Then
| 2014 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
| 2015 | US Tour |
First National Tour US Tour |
If/Then - 2014 Broadway Awards and Nominations
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Featured Actress in a Musical | LaChanze |
| 2014 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Leading Actress in a Musical | Idina Menzel |
| 2014 | BroadwayWorld Awards | Best Musical | If/Then |
| 2014 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Musical | Idina Menzel |
| 2014 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Orchestrations | Michael Starobin |
| 2014 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance Award | Idina Menzel |
| 2014 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) | If/Then |
| 2014 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Tom Kitt |
| 2014 | Tony Awards | Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre | Brian Yorkey |
| 2014 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical | Idina Menzel |
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