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Sunset Boulevard Revival

Run Time:
2h 30m, including intermission
Ages: 10+
Closing: July 20, 2025

Sunset Boulevard - 2024 Broadway History , Info & More


​Norma's home at last! West End and Broadway director Jamie Lloyd (Cyrano de Bergerac, A Doll's House) reimagines one of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s best-loved musicals – based on the Billy Wilder film - for a whole new generation.

Famed movie star Norma Desmond has been cast out of the Hollywood limelight. Living in a suffocating world of dreams, memories and regrets, a chance encounter with screenwriter Joe Gillis may be her only hope — unless their volatile affair destroys them both

Before it was a musical, Sunset Boulevard was a 1950 film noir directed and co-written by Billy Wilder. The film is led by Gloria Swanson as Norma Desmond, a former silent-film star who draws him into her deranged fantasy world, where she dreams of making a triumphant return to the screen.

The movie was nominated for eleven Academy Awards and won three. In 1989 it was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry and in 1998, it was ranked number 12 on the American Film Institute's list of the 100 best American films of the 20th century.

A musical version of the beloved story was written by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Don Black and Christopher Hampton. The original 1993 West End production, directed by Trevor Nunn and choreographed by Bob Avian, featured Patti LuPone as Norma Desmond, Kevin Anderson as Joe Gillis, Meredith Braun as Betty Schaefer, and Daniel Benzali as Norma's ex-husband, Max.

Soon after, it had its American premiere in Los Angeles, this time starring Glenn Close as Norma, Alan Campbell as Joe, George Hearn as Max, and Judy Kuhn as Betty. In 1994 it moved to Broadway, where it opened at the Minskoff Theatre on November 17. It was nominated for 11 Tony Awards and won in seven categories, including Best Musical and Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a musical for Close.

Since then, the musical has toured extensively, and enjoyed international productions in Canada, Germany, Australia, Sweden, the Netherlands, South Africa and many more countries across the world.

In 2017, Glenn Close reprised her performance as Norma Desmond in a revival on Broadway at the Palace Theatre. Featuring a 40-piece onstage orchestra and a relatively minimalist set, it was directed by Lonny Price.

In early 2023, it was announced that Nicole Scherzinger would lead an all-new production at London's Savoy Theatre, directed by Lloyd. When it began performances in September, it immediately grabbed the attention of theatergoers worldwide as an extraordinary reimagination of Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical.

The Broadway cast is led again by Scherzinger, with her acclaimed London co-stars: Tom Francis as ‘Joe Gillis’, Grace Hodgett-Young as ‘Betty Schaefer,’ and Olivier Award winner David Thaxton as ‘Max Von Mayerling.’ Mandy Gonzalez is the Norma Alternate at certain performances.

Drenched in champagne and cynicism, Sunset Boulevard scrutinizes the ambitions and frustrations of its characters and their intoxicating need for fame and adoration.


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Theater ‘Sunset Boulevard’: Nicole Scherzinger shines and the pictures get big – very big
6 / 10

From the moment Nicole Sherzinger strides across the stage of the St. James Theatre in Jamie Llloyd’s magnetically cinematic revival of Sunset Boulevard, she seems to own the place as well as the role of Norma Desmond, the silent movie star who’s been consigned to the scrap heap of Hollywood in the late ’40s despite only crossing the threshold of 40. It’s as if she never said hello, or needed to. The delicate and slender former lead vocalist of the ’90s all-female pop ensemble the Pussycat Dolls looks as if she might easily be blown away as she stands barefoot in a black slip of a dress — at least until she plants herself downstage center and launches into one of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s signature solos with all the command of an artist who knows how to modulate between barely whispered low notes, an ethereal head voice, and a powerful belt that threatens to turn the St. James into an open-air amphitheater.

Review: Nicole Scherzinger is devastating in a sultry new ‘Sunset Blvd.’ on Broadway
8 / 10

None of Lloyd’s hipster ideas to make extensive use of live video feeds and have his charming and judiciously understated male lead, Tom Francis, start the top of Act 2 while walking down 44th Street and singing live among the tourists into a camera would have worked without a Norma who could deliver Lloyd Webber’s best score. “Deliver” doesn’t do Scherzinger’s performance justice. Her lower register roars through the power ballads “With One Look,” and “As if We Never Said Goodbye,” both of which are immaculately sung and clearly the result of a level of detailed lyrical and physical preparation that you don’t see much with this kind of fearlessness. Both marquee numbers received long, show-stopping ovations at the performance I saw, and not just from fans of the Pussycat Dolls. Scherzinger is fantastic.

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Video: Tony-Winner Nicole Scherzinger Talks SUNSET BLVD. and Spicy Wings on HOT ONES
by A.A. Cristi - July 18, 2025


Nicole Scherzinger made a fiery appearance on Hot Ones, bringing Broadway flair, pop star charm, and raw honesty as she tackled the show's infamous spicy wing challenge. Watch the video of her appearance!

Video: Nicole Scherzinger Reflects on Tony Win and Wrapping SUNSET BLVD. Run
by Josh Sharpe - July 15, 2025


Last month, Nicole Scherzinger won her first Tony Award for her turn as Norma Desmond in the hit revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Boulevard. On a recent appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, the performer reflected on her win and ending the run of the show this Sunday. Watch the interview!

SUNSET BLVD. Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - July 20, 2025


Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. closes at the St. James Theatre following 20 previews and 312 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to The Queen of versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth.

Video: Ice Skaters Caroline Green and Michael Parsons Perform to SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Stephi Wild - July 14, 2025


Bronze Medalist ice skaters Caroline Green and Michael Parsons performed to a song from the musical Sunset Boulevard. They took to the ice for the song 'With One Look', as performed by Nicole Scherzinger. Check out the video here!

Video: Nicole Scherzinger Gives Speech at Tom Francis' Final Performance in SUNSET BLVD.
by Stephi Wild - July 7, 2025


Tom Francis played his final performance in Sunset Blvd. on Sunday evening, July 6. Watch a video of his final curtain call, including a speech from Nicole Scherzinger, here!

Video: Mandy Gonzalez Performs 'With One Look' From SUNSET BLVD.
by Josh Sharpe - July 3, 2025


On Wednesday, June 18, Broadway's Mandy Gonzalez took the stage to perform 'With One Look' from Andrew Lloyd Webber's Sunset Blvd. at Stonewall Community Foundation's 2025 Vision Awards. Watch her performance now!

Grace Hodgett Young to Play Final Performance in SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 2, 2025


2024 Olivier Award nominee Grace Hodgett Young will play her final performance in director Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. Learn more!

Video: Mandy Gonzalez Takes Final Bow as 'Norma Desmond' in SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Michael Major - July 2, 2025


Mandy Gonzalez took her final bow as 'Norma Desmond' in Sunset Blvd. on Broadway last night. The performance was followed by a speech from Tom Francis, who congratulated her on her run as the guest star. See videos!

Video: Tom Francis Reveals the Easter Eggs in SUNSET BOULEVARD's Entr'acte
by Michael Major - June 26, 2025


Tom Francis is breaking down the Easter Eggs seen in Sunset Boulevard's entr'acte, including nods to the original film and Broadway production. In the new video, he describes small moment shown in the 'walkaround.'

Tom Francis Will Depart SUNSET BLVD. Next Month
by Stephi Wild - June 18, 2025


After almost two years of starring as ‘Joe Gillis’ in director Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd., Tom Francis will play his final performance next month.

Video: SUNSET BOULEVARD Celebrates Tony Wins During Entr'acte
by Michael Major - June 13, 2025


Sunset Boulevard celebrated their Tony wins by showing off their new trophies during the show's entr'acte! While the 'walkaround' backstage was displayed on the video screen for the audience to see what goes on backstage at the hit revival.

Nicole Scherzinger Wants to Do a Movie Musical
by Michael Major - June 11, 2025


Tony-winner Nicole Scherzinger is opening up about what she wants to do after her acclaimed performance as Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, including films, music, and a movie musical.

Video: SUNSET BLVD. Celebrates Tony Wins During Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - June 11, 2025


Sunset Blvd. took its first post-Tony Awards bows last night, June 10, to a cheering audience. Following the curtain call after last night's performance, Tom Francis gave a speech honoring the show's Tony winners. Watch the video here!

Video: Nicole Scherzinger Celebrates Tony Win for Best Leading Actress in a Musical
by Joey Mervis - June 9, 2025


Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Nicole Scherzinger took home a Tony Award for 'Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical' for her outstanding work in Sunset Blvd. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, she checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share her initial reaction!

Video: Jack Knowles Celebrates Tony Win for Best Lighting Design of a Musical
by Joey Mervis - June 8, 2025


Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Jack Knowles took home a Tony Award for 'Best Lighting Design of a Musical' for his outstanding work on Sunset Blvd. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!

Video: Nicole Scherzinger Performs SUNSET BLVD at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - June 8, 2025


Sunset Blvd.'s Nicole Scherzinger took the stage at Radio City Music Hall to perform 'As If We Never Said Goodbye' at the 78th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the performance here!

SUNSET BOULEVARD Extends For Final Time on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - June 5, 2025


The Broadway revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd., directed by 2025 Tony Award nominee Jamie Lloyd, has extended for a final time, starring Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond’ at the St. James Theatre.

Jordan Donica to Join SUNSET BOULEVARD as Max Von Mayerling
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025


Jamie Lloyd’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd. will welcome Jordan Donica as ‘Max Von Mayerling’. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

SUNSET BLVD. Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical
by - June 8, 2025


Sunset Blvd. has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical.

SUNSET BLVD.'s Nicole Scherzinger Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
by - June 8, 2025


Nicole Scherzinger has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for SUNSET BLVD.

Sunset Boulevard FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Sunset Boulevard and what's the order?
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 History

Other Productions of Sunset Boulevard

1993   West End Original London Production
West End
1993   Regional (US) Los Angeles Production
Regional (US)
1994   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1995   Canada Toronto Production
Canada
1996   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1998   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
2004   London Fringe London Concert Revival
London Fringe
2016   West End English National Opera West End Revival
West End
2017   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway
2023   West End
West End
2024   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway

Sunset Boulevard - 2024 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical Jamie Lloyd
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical Tom Francis
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical Nicole Scherzinger
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design of a Musical Jack Knowles
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Projection and Video Design Joe Ransom
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Projection and Video Design Nathan Amzi
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design of a Musical Adam Fisher
2025 Drama League Awards DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE Nicole Scherzinger
2025 Drama League Awards DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE Tom Francis
2025 Drama League Awards OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL Jamie Lloyd
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical Nicole Scherzinger
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Sunset Boulevard
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Sound Design Adam Fisher
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Video/Projections Joe Ransom
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Video/Projections Nathan Amzi
2025 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Jamie Lloyd
2025 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Jack Knowles
2025 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations David Cullen
2025 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Andrew Lloyd Webber
2025 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Tom Francis
2025 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Nicole Scherzinger
2025 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Adam Fisher

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