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Violet

Run Time:
One hour and 45 minutes
Ages: 15+
Closing: August 10, 2014

Violet - 2014 Broadway History , Info & More

Todd Haimes Theatre (Broadway)
229 W. 42nd St. New York, NY

Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster (Anything Goes, Thoroughly Modern Millie) returns to Roundabout in the highly anticipated Broadway debut of Violet, following the acclaimed concert performance at City Center Encores! Off-Center. Winner of the Drama Critics' Circle Award and Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical when it premiered Off-Broadway, Violet features music by Tony nominee Jeanine Tesori (Caroline, or Change, Fun Home) and book and lyrics by Brian Crawley (A Little Princess). Leigh Silverman (Chinglish, Well) directs.


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Violet

STAGE REVIEW Violet
9 / 10

As musicals go, the story couldn't be simpler. Yet the material couldn't be richer...As Violet travels from the Blue Ridge Mountains to Memphis to Tulsa, the music moves from warm, soul-stirring folk-the bulk and heart of the score-to smoky R&B and blues to full-throated gospel and back again. It's impossible not to get swept up by rousing numbers...And, more important, you'll have to imagine Violet's facial scar, the result of an ax blade swung accidentally by her father when she was a girl; Foster's face remains unblemished. Of course, from the start, you know she's on a fool's journey. But you'll never regret taking the ride.

BWW Reviews: VIOLET is an Underappreciated Musical Gem
10 / 10

While there are no miracles of biblical proportions, Violet ends with emotional cleansing, self-realization and hopefulness...Sutton Foster is that rare above-the-title Broadway star who can match polished musical theatre craft with an approachable everywoman quality. As Violet, she mixes her character's devout trust in the Lord with a protective shell of distrust built from twelve years of blaming her dad for both her initial injury and how he handled its aftermath and from dealing with the repulsed and cruel treatment she's received from others for half her life. It was the best acting performance of her New York career...Violet is a small musical of big ideas. Its spectacle comes in its writing and in the opportunity for singing actors to play intriguing characters. This production is not to be missed.

Roundabout's VIOLET, Starring Sutton Foster, Closes on Broadway Today
by Tyler Peterson - August 10, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Violet, starring two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry conclude sits limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre today, Sunday, August 10, 2014 at 2:00PM.

VIOLET with Sutton Foster Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - July 28, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Violet, starring two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry will conclude its limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) on Sunday, August 10, 2014 at 2:00PM.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: VIOLET Cast Celebrates 100th Performance on Broadway!
by Jennifer Broski - July 18, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company is currently presenting the Violet, which plays a strictly limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) through August 10, 2014. Based on the short story 'The Ugliest Pilgrim' by Doris Betts, Violet features music by Jeanine Tesori, book & lyrics by Brian Crawley and direction by Leigh Silverman. Violet is produced in association with Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino, David Mirvish, Barry and Fran Weissler, Elizabeth Armstrong, and Mary Jo and Ted Shen. The show just celebrated its 100th performance and you can check out an exclusive photo from backstage below!

Tony Winner Levi Kreis Joins VIOLET as 'The Preacher'
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that Tony Award winner Levi Kreis (Million Dollar Quartet) joins the company of Violet as 'The Preacher.' Violet stars two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry. Only six weeks remain to see the Tony nominated production, which plays a strictly limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) through August 10, 2014.

Tony Winner Levi Kreis to Join Broadway's VIOLET as 'The Preacher' on 7/1
by Nicole Rosky - June 11, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) just announced that Tony Award winner Levi Kreis (Million Dollar Quartet) will join the company of Violet as 'The Preacher,' beginning performances Tuesday, July 1, 2014. Violet stars two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry. The Tony nominated production plays a strictly limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) through August 10, 2014.

BWW Countdown: You Tweeted, We Counted Your Favorite Sutton Foster Roles
by Matt Tamanini - June 6, 2014


Last week we asked you to rank your favorite Sutton Foster roles in our first BWW Countdown. Well, you took to Social Media in huge numbers and we have the results. What do you think of the list? If your favorite isn't as high as you would have liked, make sure to vote more next time!

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- VIOLET's Emerson Steele
by BWW Staff - June 6, 2014


In this week's edition, we caught up with Emerson Steele, who is starring as 'Young Violet' in Violet- currently playing at the American Airlines Theatre.

'Bunheads' Amy Sherman-Palladino Talks Reuniting with VIOLET's Sutton Foster
by Caryn Robbins - June 4, 2014


'Bunheads' scribe Amy Sherman-Palladino talks about her first Broadway producing experience for the Sutton Foster-led VIOLET

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- VIOLET's Ben Davis
by BWW Staff - May 30, 2014


In this week's edition, we caught up with Ben Davis, who is starring as 'Preacher' in Violet- currently playing at the American Airlines Theatre.

BWW Countdown: You Get to Rank the Top-10 Sutton Foster Roles
by Matt Tamanini - May 27, 2014


For over a dozen years, the name 'Sutton Foster' has been synonymous with Broadway greatness. Now, BroadwayWorld wants to know which of Sutton's roles is your favorite. Take a look at the list, follow @BroadwayWorld on Twitter, and tweet the hashtag #BWWCountdownSutton and your answer. We will unveil your picks on Friday, June 6th, right before the Tonys.

BWW Interviews: Debut of the Month - VIOLET's Emerson Steele on Playing Young Sutton & More
by Caryn Robbins - May 29, 2014


Today, Emerson chats exclusively with BWW about working with her biggest idol, Sutton Foster and why her Broadway debut experience has been 'truly indescribable!'

STAGE TUBE: VIOLET's Sutton Foster and Company Perform 'All to Pieces' on THE VIEW
by Stage Tube - May 20, 2014


Sutton Foster and the cast of the Broadway musical VIOLET performed on THE VIEW this morning. The musical has picked up four 2014 Tony nominations, including Best Revival of a Musical and Best Performance nods for Foster and Joshua Henry. Below, check out the cast's performance of 'All to Pieces'!

In the Spotlight Series: In the Tonys Photo Booth with Nominee Sutton Foster
by Walter McBride - May 17, 2014


Below you can check out photos of Sutton Foster, nominated for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Violet, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In the Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- Find Out Which Past Tony Ceremony is Sutton Foster's Favorite!
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2014


Today we continue our Tonys coverage with Sutton Foster, a nominees for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Violet, who chats about reuniting with theatre family on this project, how her and her brother Hunter discovered the Tony Awards, and much more. Check out what she had to say below!

In the Spotlight Series: In the Tonys Photo Booth with Nominee Joshua Henry
by Walter McBride - May 10, 2014


Below you can check out photos of Joshua Henry, nominated for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for Violet, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In the Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

VIDEO: Sutton Foster & Cast of VIOLET Perform 'On My Way' on Today
by Caryn Robbins - May 5, 2014


Sutton Foster and the cast of the Broadway musical VIOLET kicked off 'Best of Broadway' week on NBC's Today.

TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- VIOLET's Joshua Henry Talks the Icing on His Broadway Cake!
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2014


Today we continue our Tonys coverage with Joshua Henry, a nominee for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for Violet, who chats about screaming at his iPad when his name was announced, the show's trip to Broadway, and more. Check out what he had to say below!

VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks Tony Nod & More on TODAY
by Caryn Robbins - April 29, 2014


Broadway actress Sutton Foster stopped by this morning's TODAY show to talk about her starring role Roundabout Theater Company's "Violet.'

Violet FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Violet and what's the order?
Water in the Well Surprised On My Way M&Ms Luck of the Draw Question & Answer All to Pieces A Healing Touch Let It Sing Who'll Be the One (If Not Me) You're Different Lonely Stranger Anyone Would Do Lay Down Your Head Hard to Say Goodbye Promise Me, Violet Raise Me Up Down the Mountain Look at Me That's What I Could Do Bring Me to Light Water In The Well Surprised On My Way M&M's Luck of the Draw Question 'n' Answer All To Pieces Let It Sing Anyone Would Do Who'll Be The One (If Not Me) Last Time I Came To Memphis Lonely Stranger Lay Down Your Head Anyone Would Do (Reprise) Hard To Say Goodbye Promise Me, Violet Raise Me Up Down The Mountain In The Chapel Raise Me Up (Reprise) Look At Me That's What I Could Do Surprised (Reprise) Promise Me, Violet (Reprise) Bring Me To The Light

Violet History

Other Productions of Violet

1997   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2014   Broadway Roundabout Production
Broadway
2019   West End London Premiere at Charing Cross Theatre
West End

Violet - 2014 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Violet — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2014 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Sutton Foster
2014 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Joshua Henry
2014 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Sutton Foster
2014 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Joshua Henry
2014 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Violet
2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Sutton Foster
2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Joshua Henry
2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Violet
2014 Theatre World Awards Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance Emerson Steele
2014 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Leigh Silverman
2014 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Joshua Henry
2014 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Sutton Foster
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Ted Shen
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Mary Jo Shen
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Elizabeth Armstrong
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Fran Weissler
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Barry Weissler
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical David Mirvish
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Daniel Palladino
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Amy Sherman-Palladino
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Sydney Beers
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Julia C. Levy
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Harold Wolpert
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Todd Haimes
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roundabout Theatre Company
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Violet

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