Come play with the Broadway Bradshaws on a perfect magic kingdom day! The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, is a place where dreams come true, and imagination knows no bounds. From iconic…

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Original Off-Broadway Cast, 2022 (Craft Recordings) “A few djembe lessons and like that I am enlightened,” sings Walter (David Hyde Pierce), a grumpy economics professor who learns to play percussion — an…

Following a hit London run at the Young Vic, Anthony McCarten's The Collaboration began previews November 29 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Opening night on Broadway is December 20. The cast and creatives …

The full Broadway cast has been announced for the American premiere of The Collaboration, written by Anthony McCarten (The Two Popes, Bohemian Rhapsody), and directed by Kwame Kwei-Armah (The Visitor, Tree).

Playbill Songwriter Series presented by City National Bank, featuring Troy Anthony. Playbill. Playbill. •. 521 views 4 weeks ago ...

The Visitor, based on the 2007 movie by Tom McCarthy, made its world premiere at The Public Theater last fall, featuring music by Pulitzer Prize, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy winner Tom Kitt, lyrics by Pulitzer Prize…

Craft Recordings and Concord Theatricals released the original cast recording of the Off-Broadway musical June 24.

Manhattan Theatre Club and the Young Vic Theatre, by special arrangement with Eleanor Lloyd Productions, Anthology Theatre, Stanley Buchthal, and Denis O’Sullivan are pleased to announce the American pre…

“Drum Circle” From THE VISITOR (ORIGINAL CAST RECORDING) Music by Tom Kitt Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Performed by Ahmad Maksoud, David Hyde Pierce and THE VISITOR Original Cast Listen to the new album: https:…

From THE VISITOR (ORIGINAL CAST RECORDING) Music by Tom Kitt Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Listen to the new album: https://found.ee/TheVisitor To learn more about stage licensing rights for THE VISITOR, visit https:…

The Public Theater presented the musical's world premiere Off-Broadway in 2021.

Three-time Tony nominee Toni-Leslie James on her very busy return season --- Toni-Leslie James didn't just make it as a costume designer. The self-taught Broadway vet and Yale School of Drama professor tireless…

The cast of ¡Americano!, the new musical based on the life of DREAMer Tony Valdovino, shared musical numbers from the show ahead of their 12-week Off-Broadway engagement which begins March 31 at New World Stag…

The cast of ¡Americano! met with the press on March 17 at Ripley Grier Flexible Spaces for photos, interviews and a peek into what this new musical looks like. The cast includes Sean Ewing (West Side Story�…

Today's episode features Lorin Latarro- the choreographer for Broadway’s MRS. DOUBTFIRE, ALMOST FAMOUS, The Public’s THE VISITOR, and Broadway bound THE OUTSIDERS and LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE. 

What I loved most of all about The Visit was that it grabbed a hold of you from the moment you entered the Lyceum Theatre and didn't let go of you until hours after the final bows. Heck, I still think about t…

By: Paulanne Simmons December 6, 2021: The Visitor, The Public Theater’s new musical by Kwame Kwei-Armah (book), Brian Yorkey (book and lyrics) and Tom Kitt (music), based on Thomas McCarthy’s 2008 film,…

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere talk about Mrs. Doubtfire, the West Side Story movie, Assassins @ Classic Stage Company, Clydes @ Hayes Theater, The Visitor @ The Public Theater, Diana, Th…

Final Weekend! Now - December 5th THE VISITOR Music by Tom Kitt Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Book by Kwame Kwei-Armah & Brian Yorkey Choreography by Lorin Latarro Directed by Daniel Sullivan Based on the Groundswell…

The composer is currently represented on New York stages with two new musicals: Flying Over Sunset on Broadway and The Visitor Off-Broadway.

Photo credit: Joan Marcus We have a conflict in America. While it is built on the shoulders of immigrants,and the Statue of Liberty stands tall in New york harbor, our policies discourage immigration. Based on …

The new musical “The Visitor,” now playing at the Public’s Newman Theater, is based on the 2007 film sharing the same title, with a book by Kwame Kwei-Armah and Brian Yorkey, music by Tom Kitt and lyrics …

David Hyde Pierce taking off his suit trousers to practice on a drum in his boxer shorts is one of many hilarious bits that are meshed with drama in "The Visitor." It’s a faithful, resonant and well-done musi…

Everyone involved with The Public Theater’s new musical The Visitor seems to be walking on eggshells. And who can blame them?   The week before previews were scheduled to begin, the production shut down for…

By: David Sheward November 19, 2021: Revivals and adaptations are proving startlingly relevant on and Off-Broadway. Alice Childress’s Trouble in Mind premiered Off-Broadway in 1955. The play centering on a…

By: Samuel L. Leiter November 15, 2021: The Visitor, a new musical at the Public based on the Thomas McCarthy film of 2007, was on the verge of opening last year when, like so many other shows, it was shut …

Peter Filichia, James Marino, and Michael Portantiere review The Visitor @ The Public, Trevor: The Musical @ Stage 42, Nollywood Dreams @ MCC, Rent @ Signature Theatre (Arlington, VA), The Drag @ Fordham Univer…

Now - December 5 THE VISITOR Music by Tom Kitt Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Book by Kwame Kwei-Armah & Brian Yorkey Choreography by Lorin Latarro Directed by Daniel Sullivan Based on the Groundswell Productions and P…

Ten tuneful shows for grown-ups and families Broadway isn't the only destination for exciting musicals. In fact, many Tony-winning Broadway tuners actually started out on smaller NYC stages, including Dear Evan…

Extended! Now - December 5 thepublic.nyc/thevisitor With heart, humor, and lush new songs, Pulitzer Prize and Tony-winning team Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey and Kwame Kwei-Armah bring their soul-stirring new musi…

“The Visitor” and “Sweatshop Overlord” Open (To Very Different Reviews), This Week’s Show Schedule, The Muny Announces Its Full Season “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcas…

David Hyde Pierce and Ahmad Maksound star in the world-premiere musical 'The Visitor' at New York City's Public Theater. The post Off-Broadway Review: ‘The Visitor’ appeared first on The BroadwayBlog.

The musical by Tom Kitt, Brian Yorkey, and Kwame Kwei-Armah officially opened Off-Broadway November 4.

The new musical, now at The Public Theater, was penned by Tom Kitt, Brian Yorkey, and Kwame Kwei-Armah.

Just last night, The Public Theater celebrated the world premiere musical THE VISITOR, with music by Pulitzer Prize winner Tom Kitt, lyrics by Pulitzer Prize winner Brian Yorkey and a book by Kwame Kwei-Armah …

The world premiere musical THE VISITOR, with music by Pulitzer Prize winner Tom Kitt, lyrics by Pulitzer Prize winner Brian Yorkey and a book by Kwame Kwei-Armah and Brian Yorkey, opened tonight at The Public…

Why did I have a far more muted reaction to “The Visitor,” a well-acted, well-meaning new musical at the Public Theater about the friendship between a widowed economics professor and an immigrant couple, th…

The new musical, based on the 2008 film and delayed by the pandemic, debuts at the Public Theater. But its story of a white professor helping immigrants feels out of step with the moment.

The djembe drum is the sacred heartbeat of West Africa, a powerful instrument conveying messages of struggle and liberation for African people. Traditionally used by griots to connect history and culture to you…

The Visitor is ultimately about powerlessness, a fable of despair that illustrates how nothing changes if only one man does. The post Review: <em>The Visitor</em> Doesn’t Recognize the Contemporar…

★★★☆☆ David Hyde Pierce stars in this musical adaptation of the 2007 film, featuring a score by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey The post The Visitor: Good Intentions Don’t Always Pay Off, in Life or Music…

★★★☆☆ The musical version of Tom McCarthy’s 2007 film expands its view but loses its heart The post The Visitor: A Screen-to-Stage Show That Never Rises Above Mediocre appeared first on New York Sta…

Tom Kitt, Brian Yorkey, and Kwame Kwei-Armah adapt a 2007 film about oppressed immigrants into a musical.

The show, starring David Hyde Pierce, Ahmad Maksoud, Alysha Deslorieux, and more, has extended its limited run.

The world-premiere musical, starring David Hyde Pierce, adds a week of performances to its off-Broadway run.

The prolific choreographer tells us about her new projects.

Co-Book Writer, Kwame Kwei-Armah shares the process of adapting THE VISITOR and our responsibility as artists to inspire change. THE VISITOR Now through November 28 Access tickets: thepublic.nyc/thevisitor

The musical by Tom Kitt, Brian Yorkey, and Kwame Kwei-Armah is set to open Off-Broadway November 4.

The Public Theater's THE VISITOR began performances in the Newman Theater on Saturday, October 16 and will run through Sunday, November 28. Tony winner Daniel Sullivan directs this unforgettable new musical ab…

Ari’el Stachel Departs “The Visitor,” Cortney Wolfson Says She Was Fired for Being Pregnant, Showstoppers! Extends “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatr…

Today's top stories: Get a first look at Flying Over Sunset in a montage of clips, and more!

The Band's Visit Tony winner Ari’el Stachel will no longer appear in the previously announced new musical The Visitor at The Public Theater. In a social media announcement posted on October 20, the theater s…

Stachel and the Public made a "mutual decision" about his no longer continuing in the new musical.

The Public Theater production had previously delayed its start as company members sought to address the show’s approach to themes of race, immigration, and more.

Ari’el Stachel, the actor who won a Tony Award for his performance in Broadway’s The Band’s Visit, has departed the Public Theater’s much-anticipated Off Broadway world premiere production of The Visito…

Reviews Are In For “The Lehman Trilogy,” “The Visitor” Delays Again, “The Tragedy Of Macbeth” Will Stream Worldwide “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top…

The Public Theater production now intends to begin October 16.

Following delays last week, The Public Theater has just announced that it has canceled performances for The Visitor tonight, October 14, and tomorrow, October 15.

The Public Theater production stars Tony winners Ari'el Stachel and David Hyde Pierce, Alysha Deslorieux, and Jacqueline Antaramian.

The 2020 cast of THE VISITOR sings "Heart In your Hands" ON SALE NOW: thepublic.nyc/thevisitor THE VISITOR October 14 - November 28, 2021 Music by Tom Kitt Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Book by Kwame Kwei-Armah & Br…

The Public Theater will reopen its Astor Place home with the world premiere musical THE VISITOR, with music by Pulitzer Prize winner Tom Kitt, lyrics by Pulitzer Prize winner Brian Yorkey, book by Kwame Kw…

Alysha Deslorieux, David Hyde Pierce, and Ari'el Stachel lead the cast, as previously announced.

The Public Theater has just announced that it will delay its first preview of The Visitor by a week, to October 14.

The new musical has delayed its first preview date amid conversations between company members, creatives, and Public Theater leadership.

A baker's dozen of promising productions, including two new musicals, a starry comedy and the return of an old favorite --- Everyone is well aware that Broadway is open for business. But so are stages beyond Br…

The cast of THE VISITOR sings "Lady Liberty" ON SALE NOW: thepublic.nyc/thevisitor THE VISITOR October 7 - November 21, 2021 Music by Tom Kitt Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Book by Kwame Kwei-Armah & Brian Yorkey Ch…

The Public Theater has announced the lineup for its upcoming 2021-2022 season, which includes world premiere productions by Shaina Taub, Tom Kitt and Erika Dickerson-Despenza. David Hyde Pierce & Ari'el S…

The Off-Broadway lineup also includes titles that were put on hold due to the pandemic, including the new musical The Visitor and Erika Dickerson-Despenza’s cullud wattah.

Public Theater Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Patrick Willingham announced the line-up today for The Public’s 2021-22 Season, returning to their landmark home on 425 Lafayette Street …

“The Visitor” and “cullud wattah,” two shows postponed by the pandemic, will get their premieres alongside works by James Ijames, Shaina Taub and Lloyd Suh.

The Tony winner talks about expanding Arab-American representation and his solo show in development.

On the eve of its 150th anniversary, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is undertaking a program of works to its historic building with leading Australian architects Tonkin Zulaikha Greer (TZG). The upgrades wi…

The new Tom Kitt-Brian Yorkey-Kwame Kwei-Armah musical was scheduled to run this month.

The world premiere musical THE VISITOR was originally scheduled to open at The Public Theater tonight, April 15. In honor of Opening Night, The Public has just released a music video of David Hyde Pierce (Walte…

The Public is working to reschedule the Tom Kitt, Brian Yorkey, and Kwame Kwei-Armah musical, which was halted in previews.

They were made by sculptor George Tsutakawa. The theft was discovered Thursday morning when gardeners arrived for work and discovered the gates missing and bolt cutters on the ground, said Ray Larson, curator o…

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which today led to a 30-day cancellation of Broadway shows, a number of off-Broadway productions have followed suit, canceling performances through April 12. Leading the l…

The Tom Kitt-Brian Yorkey musical begins performances March 24 at the Public Theater.