Sunset Boulevard Revival

Run Time:
2 hours and 40 minutes, with 1 intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: February 9, 2017
Closing: June 25, 2017

Sunset Boulevard - 2017 - Broadway History , Info & More

Alone in the dark, with little more than her celluloid memories, Norma Desmond remains what she has always been- the greatest star of all. Now, she has reclaimed the spotlight once more.



Glenn Close returns to Broadway in the tour de force performance that earned her the Tony Award for Best Actress- and a place in Broadway history- in Sunset Boulevard.



Featuring a 40-piece orchestra, the largest in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning masterwork of dreams and desire in the land called Hollywood comes to the Palace Theatre for 16 weeks only following a sold out run in London's West End.

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Broadway review: Glenn Close returns in demented triumph to Sunset Boulevard
6 / 10

So it is with Sunset Boulevard. Those who go to see Close reprise her celebrated turn in the musical's 1994 Broadway production will not be disappointed. There was a risk of Norma-like pathos in the prospect of the actress, now nearly 70, returning to a role she played more than 20 years ago-draped, no less, in her original Anthony Powell costumes, a fantastical array of capes and turbans and fur cuffs and animal prints. But Close holds the stage with a feverish intensity that transcends camp. Her Norma may live in a fantasy world, but in a town of phonies, she inhabits her grand delusions with total authenticity.

Broadway Review: Glenn Close in ‘Sunset Boulevard’
9 / 10

Glenn Close makes a triumphant return to the star role of Norma Desmond in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Sunset Boulevard," a once-in-a-lifetime role that won her a Tony Award in 1995. Ever an elegant actress, she's positively regal in the English National Opera production which won her kudos on the West End last year and will play a limited 16-week run at the Palace Theater - a fitting setting for this star.

VIDEO: Norma's Debut! See Archived Footage from the Premiere Production of SUNSET BOULEVARD by Stage Tube - June 1, 2017

Twenty five years ago, the first full performance of SUNSET BOULEVARD, the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical had its premiere at Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sydmonton Festival.

Glenn Close Stops the Show at SUNSET BOULEVARD to Stop Photo-Taking Audience Member by Nicole Rosky - May 25, 2017

With one look she can stop the show...literally.  BroadwayWorld has just learned that at yesterday's matinee of Sunset Boulevard, leading lady Glenn Close paused her performance to politely ask an audience member to stop taking photos, saying it was distracting and disrespectful. She said: "We can have a show or we can have a photo shoot," and then quickly began "With One Look" again from the top of the song.

Glenn Close Issues Open Apology for SUNSET BOULEVARD Absence on Mother's Day by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2017

This evening, Tony Award winner, Glenn Close, took to Facebook to issue and open and heartfelt apology to audiences at Sunset Boulevard for her absence from the show on Mother's Day.

VIDEO: Glenn Close Recalls Taking On Lead Broadway Role With No Rehearsals! by Caryn Robbins - May 11, 2017

On today's LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN, Glenn Close chatted about one of her first jobs on Broadway as an understudy, and having to play the lead role without rehearsing.

Glenn Close and the Cast of SUNSET BOULEVARD to Bring VINTAGE HOLLYWOOD to Birdland by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2017

The Broadway at Birdland concert series has announced Glenn Close in 'Vintage Hollywood,' a fundraising concert on Monday, May 22 at 9:30pm.

VIDEO: Glenn Close Talks Return to 'Norma Desmond' on LATE SHOW by Caryn Robbins - March 23, 2017

On last night's LATE SHOW, Glenn Close, star of SUNSET BOULEVARD on Broadway, shared a framed letter she received from her idol, Hollywood icon Katharine Hepburn.

Photo Flash: Betty Buckley and Whoopi Goldberg Stop by SUNSET BOULEVARD by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2017

Three-time Tony Award-winner Glenn Close stars in the Broadway return of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Sunset Boulevard. Directed by Lonny Price, this production of Sunset Boulevard features a 40-piece orchestra on the stage of The Palace Theatre (1564 7th Avenue), the biggest on Broadway in more than 80 years. Fellow stage stars Betty Buckley and Whoopi Goldberg recently visited with the company backstage - scroll down for photos!

VIDEO: Glenn Close Talks Reprising Role of Norma Desmond in Broadway's SUNSET BOULEVARD by Caryn Robbins - March 14, 2017

On last night's LATE NIGHT, guest Glenn Close chatted about her costume collection which she plans to donate to Indiana University. Later, the actress talks about reprising her role as Norma Desmond in the Broadway revival of SUNSET BOULEVARD.

Digital Lottery Announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber's SUNSET BOULEVARD by A.A. Cristi - March 7, 2017

Producers Paul Blake and Mike Bosner and The Nederlander Organization announced today the launch of an online ticket lottery for Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical, Sunset Boulevard. The Sunset Boulevard Digital Lottery will open daily at 8 am EST (8 pm EST the evening prior for matinee performances), beginning Tuesday, March 7, 2017, for entrants to win a limited number of $55 same day tickets to that day's performance(s). See below for rules and regulations. The Sunset Boulevard digital lottery is powered by Broadway Direct.

Backstage with Richard Ridge: Broadway's Newest Stars, Michael Xavier & Siobhan Dillon, Talk Navigating SUNSET BOULEVARD by Backstage With Richard Ridge - February 26, 2017

Two of Broadway's newest stars come straight from the West End, where they've been navigating the twisting, frenzied SUNSET BOULEVARD, which opened earlier this month at the Palace Theatre. Michael Xavier and Siobhan Dillon, who star opposite Glenn Close in her triumphant return to the musical, met with Richard Ridge to open up about their famous co-star, their relationship on stage, and so much more!

Social: Hillary Clinton Receives Standing Ovation at SUNSET BOULEVARD by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2017

After a warm welcome at 'In Transit', former presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton received another standing ovation from an enthusiastic Broadway house at the Wednesday night performance of "Sunset Boulevard.'

Exclusive Photo Coverage: SUNSET BOULEVARD Celebrates Gypsy Robe Ceremony by Walter McBride - February 12, 2017

BroadwayWorld celebrated the Gypsy Robe Ceremony with the company of SUNSET BOULEVARD. Check out the photos below!

Go Behind the Scenes of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Broadway Casts United! by Marissa Sblendorio - February 10, 2017

Moments before the curtain went up on the Broadway revival of Sunset Boulevard, starring Glenn Close, the stars of Andrew Lloyd Webber's productions came together to celebrate the legendary composer's historic achievement of having four musicals running simultaneously on Broadway with a commemorative photo.

BWW TV: Go Inside Opening Night of SUNSET BOULEVARD with Glenn Close & Company! by TV - Opening Night Special - February 10, 2017

Acclaimed actress Glenn Close has headed back to Broadway to play the iconic role of faded Hollywood star Norma Desmond in Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Sunset Boulevard, which won her a Tony in 1995. With tickets on sale beyond the reported closing date of May 28th, patrons will now have even more chances to check out the star studded production.

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of SUNSET BOULEVARD by Walter McBride - February 10, 2017

Three-time Tony Award-winner Glenn Close stars in the Broadway return of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Sunset Boulevard. Close made her West End debut in bravura sold-out limited engagement at the English National Opera (ENO) in April 2016, winning an Evening Standard Award for her iconic portrayal of Norma Desmond.

Photo Coverage: The SUNSET BOULEVARD Company Gets Ready For Their Close Ups on Opening Night! by Walter McBride - February 10, 2017

Acclaimed actress Glenn Close has headed back to Broadway to play the iconic role of faded Hollywood star Norma Desmond in Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Sunset Boulevard, which won her a Tony in 1995. With tickets on sale beyond the reported closing date of May 28th, patrons will now have even more chances to check out the star studded production.

Sunset Boulevard FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Prologue
Let's Have Lunch
Surrender
With One Look
Salome
The Greatest Star of All
Girl Meets Boy
New Ways to Dream
The Lady's Paying
The Perfect Year
This Time Next Year
Sunset Boulevard
As If We Never Said Goodbye
Eternal Youth is Worth a Little Suffering
Too Much in Love to Care
My Resolution
Every Movie's a Circus
Sunset Boulevard has had 11 productions including West End which opened in 1993, Regional (US) which opened in 1993, Broadway which opened in 1994, Broadway which opened in 1994, Canada which opened in 1995, US Tour which opened in 1996, US Tour which opened in 1998, London Fringe which opened in 2004, West End which opened in 2016, Broadway which opened in 2017 and West End which opened in 2023.
Sunset Boulevard has been nominated for several awards. These include Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Mark Henderson, Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical at the Drama League Awards for Sunset Boulevard, Outstanding Revival of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Sunset Boulevard, and the John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theater at the Theatre World Awards for Glenn Close.
Sunset Boulevard has won several awards, including the following: - Outstanding Lighting Design for a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Mark Henderson. - Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical (Drama League Awards) for Sunset Boulevard. - Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sunset Boulevard. - John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theater (Theatre World Awards) for Glenn Close.

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