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School of Rock 2015

Run Time:
Two hours and 20 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 8+
Opened: December 6, 2015
Closing: January 20, 2019

School of Rock - 2015 Broadway History , Info & More

Winter Garden Theatre (Broadway)
1634 Broadway New York, NY 10019

SCHOOL OF ROCK is a brand new musical based on the famous Paramount film written by Mike White which starred Jack Black.

The musical follows Dewey Finn, a failed wannabe rock star who decides to earn a few extra bucks by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Completely disinterested in academic work, Dewey decides to create his own curriculum, turning his class into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band.

The stage musical is produced by Andrew Lloyd Webber who has composed 12 new songs to create a score which also features all the favorite songs from the movie. SCHOOL OF ROCK, with its sensational live kids' rock band, is a loving testimony to the transforming power of music.

May the spirit of rock be with you!


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'School of Rock' review: Music saves the day in Andrew Lloyd Webber's new Broadway show starring Alex Brightman
6 / 10

Director Laurence Connor's staging is inconsistent, but his young actors/musicians all kick axe. Brightman is huggable and kinetic and rocks steady as a slacker who saves the day. The actor lives up to his surname and earns his gold star. Better, gold devil horns. But he can't save a show that can't get out of its own way - or add much to the classic movie.

‘School of Rock’ review: Andrew Lloyd Webber’s enjoyable return to Broadway
9 / 10

The first thing to know is that the kids, cast through a high-profile talent search, are genuine children who play their own instruments, and they're all terrific. The other essential fact is that the substitute teacher, a character indelibly stamped on the film by Jack Black, has been shrewdly honored here by Alex Brightman, a helium balloon of a force that can bounce off walls and manage tender emotions with equal conviction.

BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL at National Theatre
by Kelle Long - January 19, 2019


Every kid with a performer's heart deserves to experience three things in their childhood: access to an incredible arts program, a passionate mentor, and a really great Andrew Lloyd Webber musical. For me, that was the Springfield (Missouri) Little Theatre, Beth D., and The Phantom of the Opera. I wish for all of today's youth to find the arts and an inspiring mentor. As for Webber for this generation, there is School of Rock The Musical, which actually touches on all of the above. The tour is visiting the National Theatre in Washington, DC this month and packs the biggest dreams and highest professionalism into the tiniest bodies.

Class Dismissed! SCHOOL OF ROCK Takes Final Broadway Bow Today
by Nicole Rosky - January 20, 2019


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, School of Rock, which opened to rave reviews on Sunday, December 6, 2015, will play its final Broadway performance at the Winter Garden Theatre on January 20, 2019. By that date, the show will have run for more than 3 years, playing 1,307 performances and 31 previews.

Kid Alumni from SCHOOL OF ROCK Return for Final Performance on Broadway
by Julie Musbach - January 17, 2019


Andrew Lloyd Webber's School of Rock - The Musical will end its final Broadway performance on Sunday evening by welcoming back dozens of former young cast members back to the Winter Garden Theatre stage for one last epic jam session.

Photo Flash: THE FERRYMAN Kids Visit SCHOOL OF ROCK
by Julie Musbach - January 15, 2019


The kids of The Ferryman attended and met their stage counterparts, kids of School of Rock. Check out the photo below!

TV: SCHOOL OF ROCK Fights the Man with Anti-Bullying Message
by Julie Musbach - December 4, 2018


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit School of Rock - The Musical announces today that it has released an anti-bullying Public Service Announcement video featuring a message from adult and kid cast members of the show.

Back to SCHOOL (OF ROCK): A History Lesson of a Broadway Hit!
by Nicole Rosky - December 10, 2018


School is still in session, but it won't be for long! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, School of Rock, which opened to rave reviews on Sunday, December 6, 2015, will play its final Broadway performance at the Winter Garden Theatre on January 20, 2019. By that date, the show will have run for more than 3 years, playing 1,307 performances and 31 previews.

Photo Coverage: SCHOOL OF ROCK Celebrates Three Years On Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - December 3, 2018


School of Rock recently celebrated three years of rocking and rolling on Broadway. The show held a fan appreciation event and the posed with their cake. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out the photos below!

BWW Interview: Justin Collette Talks Rocking Out Nightly Leading the Cast of SCHOOL OF ROCK
by Julie Musbach - November 24, 2018


Justin Collette is currently jamming the night away making his Broadway debut leading the School of Rock company as Dewey. Taking on a role as nonstop and electric as this, Collette has plenty to say about the experience including following in the steps of iconic actors Jack Black and Alex Brightman, working with overwhelmingly talented children, and the energy required to keep Dewey alive on stage from start to finish.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals Of SCHOOL OF ROCK in Melbourne
by Alan Henry - October 16, 2018


In the video below, go inside rehearsals for the Australian premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Broadway and West End smash hit rock musical, School of Rock - playing at Her Majesty's, Melbourne from October 31, 2018

Mamie Parris Will Return to SCHOOL OF ROCK as Rosalie
by Stephi Wild - September 10, 2018


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit School of Rock - The Musical will welcome back to the halls of Horace Green, Mamie Parris, as Principal Rosalie Mullins beginning on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. She will play the role through the show's final performance on January 20, 2019 and succeeds Katherine McLaughlin, who plays her last performance on Sunday, September 23, 2018.

Breaking: Class Dismissed! SCHOOL OF ROCK Will Conclude Broadway Run in January
by Nicole Rosky - July 17, 2018


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit School of Rock - The Musical, announced today that the show will play its final Broadway performance at the Winter Garden Theatre on January 20, 2019. By that date, the show will have run for more than 3 years, playing 1,307 performances and 31 previews. The production recouped its entire Broadway investment in May of 2017.

SCHOOL OF ROCK Welcomes New Cast Members Including Katherine McLaughlin, Matthew Jost, & More
by Julie Musbach - July 11, 2018


School of Rock - The Musical will welcome a new class of eight young rockers to Horace Green beginning on Monday, July 30, 2018. In addition, the show is excited to welcome Katherine McLaughlin, who will make her Broadway debut as "Principal Rosalie Mullins".

BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK is an easy roll at the Orpheum Theatre
by Robert Sokol - July 8, 2018


SCHOOL OF ROCK is a fleetingly affable evening composed by Lloyd Webber for lyrics by Glenn Slater (Sister Act) and a book by Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey). The kids are more than alright, saving the night and earning an 'A' for natural talent and a refreshingly unaffected stage presence.

They're In the Band! Casting Announced for SCHOOL OF ROCK Melbourne
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2018


The coveted role of Dewey and an amazing cast of 36 children were today announced for the Australian premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Broadway and West End smash hit rock musical, School of Rock - playing at Her Majesty's, Melbourne from 31 October 2018

Photo Flash: SCHOOL OF ROCK Celebrates Red Nose Day Plus Special Contest!
by Julie Musbach - May 24, 2018


In celebration of Red Nose Day last night, the cast of School of Rock the Musical ended their show with a very special closing number to help raise money and awareness to end child poverty.

Photo Flash: SCHOOL OF ROCK Celebrates 1000 Performances on Broadway!
by Julie Musbach - April 27, 2018


Andrew Lloyd Webber's smash hit School of Rock - The Musical, now in its third year on Broadway, announced today that the show celebrates its 1,000th Broadway performance on Saturday, April 28, 2018, with the release of photos from the show's recent alumni reunion at the Winter Garden Theatre.

SCHOOL OF ROCK Cast Members to Play Concert to Benefit BC/EFA
by Stephi Wild - April 6, 2018


On Wednesday April 11th at Bar Nine, The Koala Bears, of School Of Rock The Musical will be jamming out to all of your favorite rock cover songs to raise money for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS! This band, led by Justin Collette (current Dewey Finn), will be joined onstage by our incredibly talented alumni Kids cast, Brandon Niederauer (Lead guitar), Jersey Sullivan (Bass), Raghav Mehrotra (drums) plus special guests.

VIDEO: The SCHOOL OF ROCK Kids Gear Up for JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE!
by A.A. Cristi - March 30, 2018


Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical worlds collide! Broadway's School of Rock - The Musical has released an all new music video for "Heaven on Their Minds," played by the show's kid band and featuring cast member John Arthur Greene singing the role of "Judas Escariot."

TV: SCHOOL OF ROCK Cast Sends Birthday Message to Andrew Lloyd Webber
by Nicole Rosky - March 22, 2018


Earlier this week, at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre, the cast of School of Rock celebrated a milestone birthday of their legendary composer, Andrew Lloyd Webber, with a special curtain call serenade led by leading man Justin Collette. Watch below!

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Other Productions of School of Rock

2015   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2016   West End Original West End Production
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2017   US Tour First National Tour
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School of Rock - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Glenn Slater
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Andrew Lloyd Webber
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical School of Rock
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Andrew Lloyd Webber
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Mick Potter
2016 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Alex Brightman
2016 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical School of Rock
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Alex Brightman
2016 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Julian Fellowes
2016 Tony Awards Best Musical School of Rock-The Musical
2016 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Andrew Lloyd Webber
2016 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Glenn Slater
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Alex Brightman

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