4 / 10
I find the result a bit mystifying. Jackson is a major talent, and Jacobs, in her Off Broadway debut, is already highly accomplished. Benson, in her stagings of “Fairview” and “An Octoroon,” has proved herself the kind of director who can deftly manage complex genre pastiche. But in “Teeth,” I’m sorry to say, this holy trinity has bitten off more than it can chew.
9 / 10
Outrageously funny. Outrageously smart. Outrageously tuneful. Simply outrageous. All these descriptions fit “Teeth,” which should hopefully keep making its mark on New York’s theatrical scene long past whenever it closes at its current home, Playwrights Horizons. While “Teeth” is sometimes raunchy, frequently foul-mouthed, and a tad bit gory (in movie terms, it’s a definite R), it’s still the best new musical I’ve seen all year.
Due to popular demand, the new Off-Broadway musical TEETH has extended its run again. Get the latest updates on the show's schedule and more.
Playwrights Horizons is presenting the world premiere production of Teeth, a new musical with book and music by Anna K. Jacobs and book and lyrics by Michael R. Jackson. The critics stopped by the newest show from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of A Strange Loop. Read the reviews!
Playwrights Horizons will present a two-week extension of the world premiere production of Teeth, a new musical with book and music by Anna K. Jacobs and book and lyrics by Michael R. Jackson. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Get the latest news on the cast of TEETH, the new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Broadway star Steven Pasquale joins the talented ensemble in this limited engagement at Playwrights Horizons.
Playwrights Horizons has revealed the cast for the world premiere of TEETH, a new musical by Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs. Learn how to purchase tickets!
| 2024 | Off-Broadway |
Off-Broadway Return Engagement Off-Broadway |
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Book of a Musical | Michael R. Jackson |
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical | Steven Pasquale |
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Lyrics | Michael R. Jackson |
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Musical | Teeth |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Direction of a Musical | Sarah Benson |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Musical | Teeth |
| 2024 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) | Anna K. Jacobs |
| 2024 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Costume Design (Broadway or Off-Broadway) | Enver Chakartash |
| 2024 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical | Alyse Alan Louis |
| 2024 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Off-Broadway Musical | Teeth |
| 2024 | The Lortels | Outstanding Choreographer | Raja Feather Kelly |
| 2024 | The Lortels | Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical | Steven Pasquale |
| 2024 | The Lortels | Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical | Alyse Alan Louis |
| 2024 | The Lortels | Outstanding Musical | Teeth |
Podcasts
Anna K Jacobs, Alyse Alan Louis and Jared Loftin visit with Behind the Awards to do a Teeth Deep Dive. They share everything from the original concept album to the expanded slash zone. Also in the episode - Steven Spielberg’s 1999 Oscar win for Best Director for Saving Private Ryan.
Episode 2 - Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs - Teeth Part 2
In the second episode of Backstage Pass Season 2, we continue our conversation with Tony and Pulitzer Prize Award Winner Michael R. Jackson (A Strange Loop) and Anna K Jacobs (POP!) about their musical Teeth.
Episode 1 - Michael R. Jackson and Anna K. Jacobs - Teeth
Welcome to Backstage Pass Season 2! We’re premiering our second season with a special double release that features our conversation with Tony and Pulitzer Prize Winner Michael R. Jackson (A Strange Loop) and Anna K. Jacobs (POP!) about their musical Teeth.
Ep370 - Andy Karl: Revisiting Groundhog Day and Finding New Perspectives
Andy Karl returns to the pod for the first time since episode 4, bringing his signature charm and thoughtful insights. Andy reflects on his incredible journey since his first appearance back in episode four, sharing how his career has grown and evolved over the years.
Ep369 - Jared Loftin: Stage, Screen, and Turning Audiences Against You
Jared Loftin takes us on a captivating journey from his Alabama roots to his thriving career in theater and television. With notable credits including Teeth at New World Stages, Tick, Tick… Boom!
Ep368 - Alyse Alan Louis: Boundaries, Boldness, and the Body’s Secrets
Alyse Alan Louis takes us on a deeply personal and inspiring journey in this episode. From her Broadway credits in Mamma Mia!, Amélie, and Soft Power to her groundbreaking work in Teeth: The Musical, Alyse opens up about the evolution of her career and the unique challenges of her craft.
Ep367 - Anna K. Jacobs: Evangelical Teens, Andy Warhol, and Live Action Moana
Broadway and beyond, Anna K. Jacobs is creating waves in musical theatre. A Sydney-born composer, lyricist, and educator, Anna's storytelling prowess shines through her diverse works, from the live-action adaptation of Moana for Disney Cruise Line to the boundary-pushing Teeth, a horror musical exploring ideology, faith, and desire.
LIVE from the TEETH Red Carpet
TEETH is taking a bite out of New World Stages as the stars, cast, and creatives walk the red carpet for opening night on the spookiest night of the year, Halloween! Go trick or treating with host Salisha Thomas as she talks to Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl, Will Connolly, Jason Gotay, Michael R.
TEETH (Off-Broadway) - A Post Show Analysis
In this episode, we sink our teeth into the off-Broadway sensation TEETH currently playing at New World Stages. This wild, campy musical blends horror, comedy, and social commentary in a way that's breaking barriers in off-Broadway theater.
Ep 315-Andy Karl, Broadway Superstar That He Is, Is Back On Stage In NYC!
WE LOVE ANDY! Broadway icon Andy Karl, who is set to make his highly anticipated return to the New York stage this month in the new Michael R. Jackson musical, “Teeth,” at New World Stages. Andy joins the production as ‘Pastor Bill O'Keefe’.
Ep15- Michael R Jackson - The Inner Critic Part
Michael R Jackson (A Strange Loop, Teeth) is a writer and composer whose prodigious talent combines with a depth of observation that results in powerful, personal storytelling.
#24 - Anna K Jacobs - sinks her Teeth into The Big Apple
Anna K Jacobs takes a cult movie to the stage with Strange Loop’s Michael R Jackson. Campy, horror musical about Vagina dentata had such a successful run at Playwrights Horizons that it is moving to an open ended run at New World Stages.
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