The Notebook
2 hours and 20 minutes including a 15 minute intermission
The Notebook - 2024 Broadway History , Info & More
Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (Broadway)
236 West 45th St. New York, NY
With a book that has sold millions of copies worldwide and a film that's one of the highest-grossing romantic dramas of all-time, the musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks's The Notebook has come to Broadway following a critically acclaimed world premiere engagement at Chicago Shakespeare Theater in the fall of 2022.
Since its Broadway debut in March 2024, The Notebook has captivated audiences with its poignant storytelling and evocative music. Adapted from Nicholas Sparks' beloved 1996 novel, this musical brings to life the enduring romance of Allie and Noah, exploring themes of love, memory, and the passage of time.
What’s the show about? The Notebook follows the lifelong love story of Allie Nelson and Noah Calhoun, who come from different social backgrounds. Their journey, marked by passion and challenges, unfolds through a series of memories, highlighting the power of enduring love and the impact of choices made over a lifetime.
The musical features a heartfelt score by singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson. The book, crafted by playwright Bekah Brunstetter, weaves together the narrative's past and present, offering a fresh perspective on the classic tale. Under the direction of Michael Greif and Schele Williams, the production balances intimate moments with sweeping musical numbers, creating an immersive theatrical experience.
The original Broadway cast included Jordan Tyson as Younger Allie, John Cardoza as Younger Noah, Joy Woods as Middle Allie, Ryan Vasquez as Middle Noah, Maryann Plunkett as Older Allie, and Dorian Harewood as Older Noah.
Whether you're a fan of the original novel or new to the story, The Notebook offers a moving and memorable theatrical experience. Don't forget to bring along your tissues, because you'll need them!
The Notebook - 2024 - Broadway Cast
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‘The Notebook’ Broadway Review: Romantic Saga Takes Another Step In Sentimental Journey
6 / 10
Played out mostly on a nursing home set by David Zinn and Brett J. Banakis that manages to be both attractive and suitably off-putting (Noah’s renovated antibellum farmhouse hits nostalgic notes without summoning unwelcome ghosts), The Notebook gets to its final pages – or very nearly so - without letting its manipulations become too overbearing (more about that “nearly so” in a moment), yet it never approaches the finer works of nearly everyone involved (director Greif gave us Next To Normal and Dear Evan Hansen). The wonderful Plunkett nails the confusion and panic of dementia from the get-go, meaning she has little place to go. Woods, as Middle Ally, breaks through the musical sameness with the production’s unequivocal showstopper (“My Days”), though her musical theater brassiness seems to have no counterpart in either the character’s younger and older versions.
The Notebook review: Nicholas Sparks' novel leaps off the page and onto the stage in emotional new musical
8 / 10
Everyone's heard of The Notebook. Whether it’s through reading Nicholas Sparks’ best-selling debut novel or its 2004 blockbuster adaptation starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams, most can recall some semblance of Noah and Allie’s whirlwind romance — or, at the very least, their propensity for arguing and dramatic kisses in the rain. Now, The Notebook is leaping off the page and onto the stage in a poignant new musical that is, without a doubt, its finest adaptation yet.
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Rush Tickets:
Price: $49
Where: Schoenfeld Theatre (236 W. 45th Street, NYC) box office at 10AM ET Monday through Saturday and 12PM ET on Sunday. Rush ends 30 minutes before curtain.
Limit: Two per customer.
Restrictions: Locations and number of tickets based on availability; pairs may be split up and seats may be partial view.
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When: Entries for The Notebook digital lottery start at 12am, the day prior to the performance. Winners are drawn that same day at 10am and 3pm and have five hours to claim and purchase tickets online.
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The Notebook History
Other Productions of The Notebook
| 2022 | Chicago |
Chicago Shakespeare Theater World Premiere Chicago |
| 2024 | Broadway |
Original Broadway Production Broadway |
| 2025 | US Tour |
North American Tour US Tour |
The Notebook - 2024 Broadway Awards and Nominations
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical | Dorian Harewood |
| 2024 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical | Maryann Plunkett |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance | Dorian Harewood |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Distinguished Performance | Maryann Plunkett |
| 2024 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Musical | The Notebook |
| 2024 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical | Maryann Plunkett |
| 2024 | Tony Awards | Best Book of a Musical | Bekah Brunstetter |
| 2024 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical | Dorian Harewood |
| 2024 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical | Maryann Plunkett |
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