Groundhog Day 2017

Ages: 13+
Opened: April 17, 2017
Closing: September 17, 2017

Groundhog Day - 2017 - Broadway History , Info & More

August Wilson Theatre (Broadway)
245 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019

Groundhog Day tells the story of Phil Connors (Andy Karl), a disgruntled big-city weatherman mysteriously stuck in small-town America reliving the same day over and over and over again. But when he gets to know associate TV producer Rita (Barrett Doss), he discovers that a day of second, third and fourth chances just might bring him the promise of a lifetime. It's a classic boy meets girl... boy meets girl... boy meets girl story.



Based on the iconic film, Groundhog Day is re-imagined by the award-winning creators of the international hit Matilda The Musical- including director Matthew Warchus and songwriter Tim Minchin- with a book by original screenwriter Danny Rubin. Starring two-time Tony Award nominee Andy Karl, Groundhog Day is the new musical comedy about living life to the fullest, one day at a time.

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‘Groundhog Day’ Broadway Review: Andy Karl, a Star Is Reborn and Reborn
9 / 10

Minchin and Warchus, being British and Australian, might have something to do with the show's overall anti-Americana flair. They also bring a nice Dickensian touch to the story. Like Ebenezer Scrooge, weatherman Phil Conners learns to be a human being during the course of 'Groundhog Day' without ever getting overly mushy about his transformation.The story of 'Groundhog Day' plays so well on stage because it reflects the dilemma of its performers. Whereas movie actors do a few takes and are done with it, the cast of any successful musical is fated to keep repeating itself for hundreds, if not thousands, of performances. 'Groundhog Day' mines that existential problem.

Broadway Review: ‘Groundhog Day,’ The Musical
8 / 10

Under Matthew Warchus's helming, Phil's adventures in Punxsutawney are like Alice's adventures in Wonderland - fantastical and fun. Rob Howell's set designs and Paul Kieve's illusions rely on amusing optical illusions like miniature car chases and teeny-tiny houses that curl around the proscenium. These funny folk even build a sort-of functional truck on stage.

If I Had My Time Again: GROUNDHOG DAY Plays Final Performance Today
by Marissa Sblendorio - September 17, 2017

After 176 performances and 32 previews, Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical Groundhog Day will play its final performance at the August Wilson Theatre today, September 17th.

Photo Coverage: GROUNDHOG DAY Sings at W
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - September 11, 2017

Cast members from the Broadway musical Groundhog Day celebrated their Broadway run with a performance at Broadway at W New York on Sunday, September 10th at 7:30 pm. Miss Saigon star and Tony nominee Eva Noblezada was Sunday night's special guest performer. BroadwayWorld was on hand, check out the photos below!

Photo Coverage: Andy Karl Receives GROUNDHOG DAY Portrait at Tony's Di Napoli!
by Jennifer Broski - August 18, 2017

The Andy Karl and Groundhog Day portrait is the newest addition to Tony Di Napoli prestigious Broadway Wall of Fame. BroadwayWorld was on hand when the portrait was unveiled and you can check out photos from the special occasion below!

Breaking: Farewell, Phil- GROUNDHOG DAY Will Play Final Broadway Performance This September
by Nicole Rosky - August 15, 2017

Today, Tuesday, August 15 at 6:15pm, the producers of the Olivier Award-winning Best New MusicalGroundhog Day, which opened on Broadway to critical acclaim this spring, announced that the show will end its run at the August Wilson Theatre (245 West 52nd Street) on Sunday, September 17, following 176 performances and 32 previews.

Bill Murray Talks GROUNDHOG DAY on The Leonard Lopate Show
by A.A. Cristi - August 11, 2017

Actor Bill Murray made headlines this week as he made multiple trips to revisit one of his finest roles in the musical version of his iconic film Groundhog Day on Broadway.

VIDEO: Tim Minchin Blasts Australian Marriage Equality Plebiscite in New Song
by A.A. Cristi - August 10, 2017

This afternoon, Groundhog Day composer, Tim Minchin entered the debate surrounding marriage equality in Australia with his own twist on the Peter Allen classic, 'I Still Call Australia Home'.

What Did We Do to Deserve Bill Murray? Comedy Legend Returns to GROUNDHOG DAY for Second Night in a Row
by A.A. Cristi - August 9, 2017

Last night, legendary actor Bill Murray made a trip back to Punxsutawney as he attended Groundhog Day on Broadway for the first time. Murray starred as Phil Connors in the 1993 film which the musical is based on.

How the GROUNDHOG DAY Cast Nail Their Unbelievable Quick Changes Again (and Again)
by Danielle Ashley - August 9, 2017

On a recent episode of Broadway Bartender, host Anthony Caporale welcomed Michael Fatica, Travis Waldschmidt, and Vishal Vaidya from the musical GROUNDHOG DAY to the bar. Of all the crazy aspects of the show, one that is most shocking is the amount of costume changes, and how quickly they happen.

What Made Bill Murray Break Into Sobs at GROUNDHOG DAY?
by BWW News Desk - August 9, 2017

Last night, legendary actor Bill Murray made a trip back to Punxsutawney as he attended Groundhog Day on Broadway for the first time. Murray starred as Phil Connors in the 1993 film which the musical is based on.

VIDEO: GROUNDHOG DAY Brings HAMILTON to Punxsutawney With #Ham4All Mashup Music Video!
by Stephi Wild - July 17, 2017

Following the lead of many other Broadway musicals such as Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Great Comet, cast members from Groundhog Day have decided to take part in the #Ham4All challenge -- but with a twist! Instead of the typical cover of a Hamilton track, the Groundhog Day cast decided to make a mashup music video with the backbone being My Shot and incorporating lyrics and melodies from songs from their own show.

BWW First Person: Dear Phil Connors- Finding Truth in GROUNDHOG DAY, A Musical For All of Us
by A.A. Cristi - July 2, 2017

I have trouble finding joy in life. I didn't plan this column intending to out myself as a curmudgeon right at the top, in fact, some people would discourage me from revealing such a damning truth at all- but let's go ahead and make this all about me right away and see where that takes us.

VIDEO: Andy Karl & GROUNDHOG DAY Cast Perform on TONY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - June 11, 2017

Andy Karl and the cast of GROUNDHOG DAY performed on tonight's TONY AWARDS. Watch the performance below!

BWW Interview: #DisneyDad Raymond J. Lee Dishes on GROUNDHOG DAY, Reworks the Stereotypes and Tames Facebook Hatred
by Matthew Blank - June 9, 2017

Raymond J. Lee talks about GROUNDHOG DAY, his experience as an Actor-of-Color and newest gig as a Disney Daddy!

Photo Coverage: Meet the 2017 Tony Nominees - GROUNDHOG DAY's Andy Karl
by Walter McBride - June 5, 2017

On May 3, the 2017 Tony nominees flocked to the Sofitel New York, where they met with the press for the first time since getting the big news. BroadwayWorld will continue bringing you coverage from the epic day over the next month, but for now, check out photos of Best Performance by and Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical nominee for Groundhog Day- Andy Karl, as captured by Walter McBride!

VIDEO: 30 Days of TONY, Day 9: BILLY ELLIOT Dances Away with the Tony Awards
by A.A. Cristi - June 2, 2017

Welcome to BroadwayWorld's Tony Award Countdown: 30 Days of TONY, a loving look at some of the most memorable moments from Tony's history featuring today's nominees!

Backstage with Richard Ridge: How GROUNDHOG DAY's Andy Karl Found His Phil
by Alan Henry - June 5, 2017

Andy Karl may have only just begun his Broadway journey as Phil Connors in Groundhog Day, but his road to Punxsutawney was a long one. Below, watch as the 2017 Tony nominee joins SAG-AFTRA Foundation and BroadwayWorld to chat about winning his first Olivier Award, getting through his pre-opening night injury, and so much more!

Photo Coverage: GROUNDHOG DAY's Andy Karl Becomes Broadway Royalty with a New Portrait at Sardi's!
by Walter McBride - June 1, 2017

Just yesterday, the cast of the Tony-nominated Groundhog Day gathered at Sardi's to celebrate their (also Tony-nominated) leading man, Andy Karl. Karl joins the ranks of Broadway royalty with a brand new portrait for the walls. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the special day below!

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Groundhog Day has had 3 productions including West End which opened in 2016, Broadway which opened in 2017 and West End which opened in 2023.
Groundhog Day has been nominated for the following Tony Awards: Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Danny Rubin, Best Choreography for Ellen Kane, Best Direction of a Musical for Matthew Warchus, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Tim Minchin, and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Rob Howell.
Groundhog Day has been nominated for several awards including the Distinguished Performance Award for Andy Karl, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical for Groundhog Day, Outstanding Book of a Musical for Danny Rubin, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Matthew Warchus, Outstanding New Broadway Musical for Groundhog Day, Outstanding New Score for Tim Minchin, and Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance for Barrett Doss.
Groundhog Day has won several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award for Andy Karl at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical for Groundhog Day at the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Book of a Musical for Danny Rubin at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding Director of a Musical for Matthew Warchus at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding New Broadway Musical for Groundhog Day at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding New Score for Tim Minchin at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance for Barrett Doss at the Theatre World Awards.

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