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Gypsy Revival

Run Time:
2hr 40min (1 intermission)
Ages: 10+
Closing: August 17, 2025

Gypsy - 2024 Broadway History , Info & More


Here she is, boys! Gypsy is back on Broadway and Audra McDonald is a Mama Rose for the ages. This new revival breathes new life into one of musical theater’s most iconic works.

Based on the memoirs of famed burlesque performer Gypsy Rose Lee, the show follows the indomitable Mama Rose, a mother determined to turn her daughters into stars, no matter the cost. Set during the decline of vaudeville and the rise of burlesque, Gypsy is both a gripping character study and a poignant reflection on ambition, sacrifice, and the pursuit of success.

First premiering on Broadway in 1959, Gypsy features a book by Arthur Laurents, music by Jule Styne, and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The original production was an instant classic, earning critical acclaim and establishing Mama Rose as one of the most coveted roles in musical theater.

Numbers like “Everything’s Coming Up Roses,” “Let Me Entertain You,” and “Rose’s Turn” have become standards, showcasing a score that balances rousing optimism with deep emotional complexity.

This new revival seeks to honor the show’s legacy while offering fresh perspectives. Directed by a visionary creative team, the production highlights the shifting dynamics of the relationships at its core: the relentless Mama Rose, the underestimated Louise, and the overlooked June. With innovative staging and bold new interpretations of the classic score, the revival offers a deeper dive into the themes of family, ambition, and identity.

Over the years, Gypsy has been a star vehicle for some of Broadway’s greatest leading ladies, including Ethel Merman, Angela Lansbury, Tyne Daly, Bernadette Peters, and Patti LuPone. This revival continues that tradition, with a powerhouse performance from its leading actress anchoring the production. The ensemble and creative team bring energy and nuance to the show’s timeless story, while the design elements—evoking the glitz of vaudeville and the grit of backstage life—immerse audiences in its world.

Often hailed as the greatest American musical, Gypsy is celebrated not only for its unforgettable score but also for its rich storytelling and complex characters. This revival reaffirms its place in Broadway history, offering a fresh take on a show that continues to captivate audiences with its blend of humor, heartbreak, and humanity.


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Gypsy
8 / 10

Yes, the show may be called “Gypsy,” but it’s Rose who is front and center. Luckily, McDonald offers the kind of fully committed, thoroughly thoughtful and often breathtaking performance people will talk about for decades. Don’t miss it!

Audra’s Spellbinding Turn in GYPSY — Review
10 / 10

I thought I was a Gypsy purist, ready to disavow a new take on the show and cross my arms at McDonald’s attempts. But maybe to be a purist here is not to hold onto individual entry points into a long-beloved show, but to trust the material, trust the talent, and let the fabulous story – it’s not subtitled A Musical Fable for nothing – do its thing. McDonald’s monumental performance and Wolfe’s intelligent staging make this an essential entry into the revival canon, and a production not to be missed.

GYPSY Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - August 17, 2025


Broadway says goodbye to Gypsy, which concludes its Broadway run at the Majestic Theatre after 28 previews and 269 regular performances. Take a look back at the production and its historic Broadway run.

Video: Audra McDonald And George C. Wolfe Join Gayle King For GYPSY Black Theatre Night Conversation
by A.A. Cristi - August 8, 2025


Last night, journalist Gayle King moderated a special Black Theatre Night conversation with six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and Tony-winning director George C. Wolfe, following a performance of Gypsy on Broadway.

Gayle King to Host Black Theatre Night Performance of GYPSY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 1, 2025


Gayle King will host a one-night-only Black Theatre Night performance of the revival of GYPSY at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Video: It's Montego Glover's Turn
by Robert Bannon - August 1, 2025


When Broadway calls, Montego Glover answers — and delivers a masterclass. In this Broadway World exclusive, the Tony-nominated star joins Robert Bannon to talk about the once-in-a-lifetime experience of stepping into the iconic role of Rose in Gypsy on Broadway, filling in for the legendary Audra McDonald. Watch in this video!

GYPSY 2024 Broadway Cast Recording Out on CD and VINYL Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 25, 2025


The Gypsy: 2024 Broadway Cast Recording – starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald – in CD and vinyl editions is out now. Learn more and see how to purchase!

Who's Your Mama? Montego Glover Talks All Things GYPSY
by Joey Mervis - July 24, 2025


Ready or not, here comes Montego! In fact, she has already arrived. The Tony nominee stepped into Audra McDonald's shoes earlier this month as 'Rose' in Gypsy. Now she is continuing her work onstage at the Majestic Theatre for the acclaimed revival's remaining Sunday matinees. Watch in this video as she chats more about finding her version of the character and why stepping into this role is such an honor. 

Video: How Well Does Montego Glover Remember Her Old Lines?
by Joey Mervis - July 27, 2025


We know her as Felicia, Fantine, the Witch, and more- but how well does Montego Glover know those characters? We're putting her to the test in the latest edition of BroadwayWorld's Line Please! Watch in this video.

Audra McDonald to Perform This Sunday's GYPSY Matinee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 18, 2025


Audra McDonald will star as Rose in Gypsy on Broadway for the Sunday, July 20th 3pm matinee. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here!

GYPSY Announces Final Broadway Performance
by A.A. Cristi - July 16, 2025


The Broadway revival of Gypsy, starring Audra McDonald and directed by George C. Wolfe, will play its final performance on August 17, 2025, at the Majestic Theatre. The award-winning production, praised for its historic casting and five Tony nominations, will have played 28 previews and 269 regular performances.

Montego Glover to Play Sunday Matinee Performances as 'Rose' in GYPSY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 7, 2025


Following her one week run earlier this month during Audra McDonald’s vacation, Tony Award nominee Montego Glover will return to star as “Rose” in GYPSY during Sunday matinee performances. Learn more!

Video: Montego Glover Takes Her First Bow as 'Mama Rose' in GYPSY
by A.A. Cristi - June 30, 2025


Tonight, Tony Award nominee Montego Glover began her star turn as “Rose” in the critically acclaimed production of GYPSY. Go inside the Majestic Theater in new video from the production as the Tony Award-winner takes her first curtain call in the iconic role.

Photos: Montego Glover Steps In as 'Mama Rose' in GYPSY
by Nicole Rosky - June 30, 2025


Tony Award nominee Montego Glover (Memphis, Into the Woods) begins her star turn as “Rose” in six-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe’s critically acclaimed production of GYPSY. Check out a first look at Glover as Rose here!

Video: GYPSY Performs 'Rose's Turn' at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - June 9, 2025


The cast of Gypsy took the stage at Radio City Music Hall earlier tonight to perform at the 78th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the performance in full here!

Video: Jordan Tyson Sings 'Strangers Like Me' From TARZAN MCC's MISCAST25
by Michael Major - June 3, 2025


MCC Theater has released a video of Gypsy star Jordan Tyson singing 'Strangers Like Me' from the musical Tarzan at MISCAST25. The event, one of the most anticipated in theater each year, took place last month.

Video: Audra McDonald Reflects on ‘Legend’ Status and GYPSY Role in CBS Interview
by Josh Sharpe - June 3, 2025


Ahead of the Tony Awards this Sunday, for which Audra McDonald is honored with her eleventh nomination, she sat down with CBS's Gayle King to shed light on the production and her take on the famed Broadway role. Watch the full interview now.

Montego Glover encabezará GYPSY durante una semana mientras Audra McDonald está de vacaciones
by Team BWW - May 27, 2025


La nominada al Tony, Montego Glover, protagonizará como “Rose” la reposición de Gypsy en Broadway durante una semana este verano, durante las vacaciones de Audra McDonald. ¡Más información aquí!

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by Team BWW - May 27, 2025


토니상 후보 몬테고 글로버가 올여름 오드라 맥도날드의 휴가 기간 동안 1주일간 브로드웨이 리바이벌 뮤지컬 ‘집시’에서 ‘로즈’ 역을 맡아 출연합니다. 자세한 내용은 여기에서 확인하세요!

Montego Glover übernimmt die Hauptrolle in GYPSY für eine Woche während Audra McDonalds Urlaub
by Team BWW - May 27, 2025


Die für den Tony Award nominierte Montego Glover übernimmt die Rolle der „Rose“ in der Broadway-Neuinszenierung von Gypsy während Audra McDonalds einwöchigem Sommerurlaub. Hier erfahren Sie mehr!

Montego Glover Will Lead GYPSY For One Week During Audra McDonald's Vacation
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025


Tony Award nominee Montego Glover will star as “Rose” in the Broadway revival of Gypsy on Broadway, during Audra McDonald's vacation for one week this summer. Learn more here!

Video: Audra McDonald and GYPSY Cast Perform 'Some People' on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025


The company of Broadway's Gypsy, paid a visit to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night, May 22. The cast, led by Audra McDonald performed 'Some People' from the show. Check out the video here!

Audra McDonald and GYPSY Cast to Perform on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2025


Audra McDonald and the company of Broadway's Gypsy, are set to visit The Late Show with Stephen Colbert today, May 22 for a performance of the Tony-nominated production of the musical.

Video: Danny Burstein on His Tony Nomination- 'Audra McDonald Was Right!'
by Joey Mervis - May 16, 2025


Watch in this video as Danny Burstein chats more about starring opposite Broadway's most-beloved leading lady, Audra McDonald, why this role in Gypsy means so much to him, and so much more.

Gypsy History

Other Productions of Gypsy

1959   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1961   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1961   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1973   West End London Revival
West End
1974   Broadway Broadway Production
Broadway
1976   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1989   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1998   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2003   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2006   St. Louis, MO (Regional) St. Louis MUNY Production
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2006   Regional Concert
2007   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
2008   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2014   Regional (US) Connecticut Rep Production
Regional (US)
2015   West End West End Revival Production
West End
2018   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny Revival
St. Louis, MO (Regional)
2024   Broadway Broadway Revival Production
Broadway

Gypsy - 2024 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Camille A. Brown
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design of a Mus Toni-Leslie James
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical George C. Wolfe
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical Lesli Margherita
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical Audra McDonald
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design of a Musical Scott Lehrer
2025 Drama League Awards DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE Joy Woods
2025 Drama League Awards OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL George C. Wolfe
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical Danny Burstein
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical Audra McDonald
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical Gypsy
2025 Tony Awards Best Choreography Camille A. Brown
2025 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Danny Burstein
2025 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Joy Woods
2025 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Audra McDonald

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