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Did something rotten win a Tony?

Did something rotten win a Tony?

Something Rotten! opened on Broadway at the St. James Theatre on April 22, 2015, where it played for 742 performances. It was nominated for ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and won one (Christian Borle as Best Featured Actor in a Musical)….

Something Rotten!
Productions 2015 Broadway 2017-2019 US tour

What happens in something rotten?

Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rockstar known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theater involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s …

Who created something rotten?

Wayne Kirkpatrick
Created by Grammy Award-winning songwriter Wayne Kirkpatrick, and successful screenwriters Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, SOMETHING ROTTEN was lauded by audience members and critics alike. Hailed by Time Out New York as “the funniest musical comedy in at least 400 years”.

Is something rotten a good musical?

‘ is good, clever musical fun at old Shakespeare’s expense. And the show’s toe-tapping opening number, “Welcome to the Renaissance,” is one of the great opening ditties in musical-comedy history (so don’t get there too late). …

Are there rights for something rotten out?

Something Rotten! is now available for licensing from Music Theatre International (MTI). With a book by John O’Farrell and Karey Kirkpatrick and score by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, the musical ran on Broadway in 2015.

Was Nigel Bottom a real person?

Neither have Nick and Nigel Bottom. At Broadway’s St. James Theatre, both have finally done it—the only difference being that the Kirkpatricks are real and the Bottoms, to be sure, are not.

What do you think of Shakespeare’s portrayal in something rotten?

You’ve probably never seen a Shakespeare portrayed quite like this before. In “Something Rotten” he is a narcissistic rock star, a David Bowie-like figure who makes the public melt when he walks in the room. Played by Adam Pascal, he’s a delight to watch in so many different ways. Shakespeare is a genius.”

How long is something rotten the musical?

2 hours 35 minutes
With its heart on its ruffled sleeve and sequins in its soul, SOMETHING ROTTEN! is “The Funniest musical comedy in at least 400 years!” (Time Out New York). SOMETHING ROTTEN runs 2 hours 35 minutes with one 15 minute intermission.

How many musicals are in something rotten?

If the tune itself sounds hackneyed, it’s supposed to, a generic song-and-dance number containing musical references to 19 hit musicals.

How old is Nigel bottom?

Nigel Bottom- Male, mid 20’s to 30’s. Nick’s younger brother.

Is Something Rotten a good musical?

When does something rotten take place on Broadway?

Something Rotten! Tickets Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rockstar known as “The Bard.”

Who was the original cast of Something Rotten?

The original casts are as follows: Character Original Broadway Cast (2015) US National Tour (2017-18) Nick Bottom Brian d’Arcy James Rob McClure William Shakespeare Christian Borle Adam Pascal Nigel Bottom John Cariani Josh Grisetti Bea Heidi Blickenstaff Maggie Lakis

Who are the bottom brothers in Something Rotten?

Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rockstar known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theater involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical.

Who are the actors in Kinky Boots on Broadway?

Hugh Jackman in Oklahoma!, Matt Henry in Kinky Boots, the original cast of Hamilton, David Byrne’s American Utopia, and more critically acclaimed stage performances are online for your toe-tapping pleasure.