Tootsie 2019

Run Time:
Two hours and 35 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: April 23, 2019
Closing: January 05, 2020

Tootsie - 2019 - Broadway History , Info & More

Marquis Theatre (Broadway)
210 W. 46th St. New York, NY 10036

Tony nominee Santino Fontana delivers "one of the best musical performances ever seen on a musical stage" (Rolling Stone) in the show critics are calling "Broadway's funniest new musical!" (New York Post). This New York Times Critic's Pick tells the story of Michael Dorsey, an out-of-work actor willing to do anything for a job -- even if it means playing way against type. When he disguises himself as an outspoken actress named Dorothy Michaels, he defies all odds to become a Broadway sensation. But as audiences fall for Dorothy and Michael starts to fall for the woman of his dreams, he's learning that the hardest part of show business isn't getting to the top... it's keeping up the act.

Winner of the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Musical, Tootsie has received 11 Tony Award nominations including Best Score (David Yazbek), Best Book (Robert Horn), Best Choreography (Denis Jones), Best Direction (Scott Ellis) and Best Musical. It's "a fresh, funny, madly entertaining riot" (The Hollywood Reporter) loaded with "bushels of exceptional talent" (New York Magazine). Don't miss "the winner Broadway has been waiting for!" (The Washington Post).

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Tootsie
8 / 10

This embraceably funny concoction goes by the title of 'Tootsie,' which also was the title of its eternally endearing 1982 film source, starring Dustin Hoffman as a temperamental actor so desperate for a part he disguises himself as a woman to get it. The mantle of Michael Dorsey/Dorothy Michaels has been passed down on this occasion to the sublime Santino Fontana, who not only gets to strut his farcical stuff, but also sings, amazingly well, in two registers.

Tootsie: forget Dustin Hoffman, this new musical reinvents an ageing Hollywood hit - Broadway review
8 / 10

Just when you thought the old-fashioned musical comedy was dead, along comes an adaptation of a 37-year-old movie about sexism in the entertainment industry to breathe new life into it. David Yazbek and Robert Horn's Tootsie has the big dance numbers, frothy score, rat-a-tat jokes, and, in Santino Fontana, the kind of star turn from a triple threat that made the American musical such a pop cultural force fifty years ago. Directed with Swiss watch precision by Scott Ellis, Tootsie is an unexpected, charming delight.

BWW Flashback: TOOTSIE Takes Final Broadway Bow
by Nicole Rosky - January 5, 2020


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the new Broadway musical Tootsie will conclude its critically acclaimed Broadway run today, January 5, 2020. Upon closing, the musical will have played 293 regular and 25 preview performances at the Marquis Theatre (210 W 46th St).

Fox Lands New Pilot From TOOTSIE Team Robert Horn and Scott Ellis
by Stephi Wild - November 24, 2019


Robert Horn and Scott Ellis, the duo behind Tootsie on Broadway, have created a pilot that Fox has officially landed, according to Deadline.

TOOTSIE To Play Final Broadway Performance in January
by A.A. Cristi - November 11, 2019


It was announced today that the Tony-nominated musical TOOTSIE will play its final performance at at the Marquis Theatre on Sunday, January 5, 2020.

TOOTSIE Partners With New School's College Of Performing Arts For National Author's Day
by Stephi Wild - November 1, 2019


In honor of National Author's Day today, November 1, TOOTSIE has partnered with The New School's College of Performing Arts to launch a playwriting contest for its students. Participants must submit a new, original 5-minute comedic play with the title a?oeWho Are You?a?? based off a TOOTSIE song of the same title. The winner of the contest will receive a private writing consultation with Tony Award-winning book writer Robert Horn.

VIDEO: Andy Grotelueschen Gets Help from TOOTSIE Castmates to Record a Very Special Solo Album
by Nicole Rosky - October 23, 2019


Andy Grotelueschen is no stranger to profanity, as he gets to perform the now iconic 'Jeff Sums It Up' in Broadway's Tootsie every night at the Marquis Theatre. Now he's taking his character's trademark irreverence to the next level... by recording a solo album? Watch below as the whole Tootsie cast takes part in a hilarious film made by Andy's co-star, John Behlmann, and find out what Broadway's most treasured songs might sound like with a Grotelueschen twist.

Dressers Career Spotlight: Lauren Gallitelli Talks Dressing Santino Fontana In TOOTSIE
by Alan Henry - October 23, 2019


Updated September 2023: We're spotlighting different off-stage careers on Broadway to answer some common questions people might have about perusing a career off the stage! This week we're chatting with Lauren Gallitelli, who is Santino Fontana's dresser at TOOTSIE on Broadway! Gallitelli has worked on Broadway at shows such as Cinderella, Nice Work If You Can Get It, Sister Act, and more!

Tony Winner Santino Fontana And Wife Jessica Fontana Welcome First Child
by Nicole Rosky - September 24, 2019


Santino Fontana and his wife Jessica Fontana have just welcomed a new baby to the family!

Photo Coverage: TOOTSIE Celebrates Cast Album Release at Barnes and Noble
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - September 11, 2019


Tootsie cast members celebrated the release of their cast recording with a live performance and a CD signing at Barnes and Noble on September 10.

TOOTSIE Will Celebrate Cast Recording Release at Barnes and Noble in September
by Stephi Wild - August 30, 2019


Tootsie cast members will celebrate the release of their cast recording with a live performance and a CD signing at Barnes and Noble on September 10.

Photo Coverage: TOOTSIE Celebrates 100th Performance on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - July 23, 2019


Tootsie celebrated its 100th performance last night, July 22. BroadwayWorld was there for the celebration and you can check out the photos!

Bid Now to Meet Julie Halston With Two Tickets to TOOTSIE with a Backstage Tour
by Stephi Wild - June 22, 2019


Bid to win the chance to meet Julie Halston with 2 tickets to Tootsie with a backstage tour! Julie plays the producer Rita Marshall in the show!

VIDEO: The Cast Of TOOTSIE Performs 'Unstoppable' at the 2019 TONYS
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 10, 2019


On the 2019 Tony Awards last night, Santino Fontana transformed from failed actor Michael to the sparkling Dorothy in the blink of an eye as he and the cast of Tootsie performed 'Unstoppable.'

TOOTSIE Releases New Block of Tickets Through April 2020
by Julie Musbach - June 6, 2019


TOOTSIE, has announced a new block of tickets on sale through April 19, 2020. Tickets will go on sale to the general public tomorrow, Friday, June 7

VIDEO: Richard Kind Records Ad Spot for TOOTSIE
by Julie Musbach - June 3, 2019


Richard Kind was chosen to be the voice of TOOTSIE's Tony campaign and even he isn't spared the stress of awards season!

MTI to License Broadway's TOOTSIE
by Julie Musbach - May 30, 2019


The 11-Time Tony Award-nominated musical, Tootsie, has been acquired for worldwide licensing by Music Theatre International (MTI).

TOOTSIE's Santino Fontana Wins 2019 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
by BWW News Desk - June 9, 2019


Santino Fontana has won the 2019 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for TOOTSIE.

TOOTSIE's Robert Horn Wins 2019 Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical
by BWW News Desk - June 9, 2019


Robert Horn has won the 2019 Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical for TOOTSIE.

Photo Coverage: TOOTSIE Star Santino Fontana Gets His Very Own Sardi's Portrait
by Walter McBride - May 21, 2019


This afternoon, Santino Fontana, the star of Broadway's hit musical Tootsie, celebrated an important career milestone with the unveiling of his portrait at the famed Sardi's restaurant.

VIDEO: TOOTSIE Performs 'Unstoppable' on Good Morning America
by Linnae Medeiros - May 17, 2019


The cast of the Tony-nominated musical Tootsie brought Dorothy Michaels to Good Morning America this morning to perform the show's number 'Unstoppable' with its Tony-nominated star, Santino Fontana! Check out the full video below!

VIDEO: LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN Goes Behind the Scenes of TOOTSIE
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 16, 2019


On today's episode of 'Broadway Week' on 'Live with Kelly and Ryan,' Kelly Ripa goes behind the scenes of 'Tootsie.' She sits down with Santino Fontana, and even tries to take home his character's iconic red dress!

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