BOOP! The Betty Boop Musical - Pre-Broadway Chicago- Page 13

[WestEndGal]

Posted: 1/25/24 at 7:00pm

Globefan said: "Jasmine Amy Rogers said the show is coming to Broadway spring of next year."

Yeah I was just coming here to post the same thing. Makes sense given how congested this spring is, altho not to say it won’t be the same in 2025. 

[RippedMan]

Posted: 1/25/24 at 7:32pm

I'd expect score to get nominated. And hopefully they've worked on the book and the set. 

[DaveyG]

Posted: 1/25/24 at 7:37pm

EDSOSLO858 said: "Globefan said: "Jasmine Amy Rogers said the show is coming to Broadway spring of next year."

Interesting... this felt like a definite fall 2024 opening to me. Holiday season rush, the perfect kind of show to perform on the Macy's parade, etc."

I believe Jerry Mitchell is committed to Becoming Nancy and Prada in the UK fall/winter, so a spring opening in NY makes sense. 

[Impeach2017]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 6:14am

that's quite a time gap...

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 11:55am

Impeach2017 said: "that's quite a time gap..."

THE PROM played Atlanta in Summer 2016 and opened on Broadway more than 2 years later, in Fall 2018.

This is all about artist schedules, money, and theatre availability. As someone said above, if Jerry's in England with two different musicals for large chunks of time between May & November of 2024, then that timing makes sense. And if there's any substantial amount of new material in BOOP, they might want to squeeze in a workshop or table-reading this spring before he disappears.

Updated On: 1/26/24 at 11:55 AM

[OhHiii]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 12:07pm

People would complain if it came to Broadway too fast ("There's zero chance they're going to do the work this needs to succeed meep meep meep") just the same as people saying waiting until 2025 will be bad for them. Given how the run of Chicago went with changes going into the show throughout its entire run, even after opening, I'm THRILLED they're giving time to fine tune the show. It clearly has a lot of potential to be a very satisfying, joyful musical if they do the work.

[DaveyG]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 12:22pm

OhHiii said: "People would complain if it came to Broadway too fast ("There's zero chance they're going to do the work this needs to succeed meep meep meep") just the same as people saying waiting until 2025 will be bad for them. Given how the run of Chicago went with changes going into the show throughout its entire run, even after opening, I'm THRILLED they're giving time to fine tune the show. It clearly has a lot of potential to be a very satisfying, joyful musical if they do the work."

As William Goldman said: "Nobody knows anything". 

[RippedMan]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 12:32pm

I think it's smart to wait for the theater you want, plus this season is so jam packed. Makes total sense. 

[BETTY22]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 12:52pm

Told the slow ticket sales in Chicago has given them pause.

Friends enjoyed the show but they were confused about who is the audience for this.

Fingers crossed

[Call_me_jorge]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 2:46pm

How common is it for a show like this to keep a retainer on certain performers like Jasmine, especially with such a long time period between tryout and broadway? I’m sure she has first right of refusal, but is there anything stopping her from booking another gig?

[Impeach2017]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 3:18pm

exactly, people aren't just going to wait around another year or so.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 4:21pm

Call_me_jorge said: "How common is it for a show like this to keep a retainer on certain performers like Jasmine, especially with such a long time period between tryout and broadway? I’m sure she has first right of refusal, but is there anything stopping her from booking another gig?"

It all depends. If her agent is successful and if the production REALLY wants her, it'll be on paper with terms worked out. Otherwise, an actor is going on empty promises that could easily be broken, no matter how well-intentioned the creative team is. What's also unknown is what kind of out she might have for a more lucrative job (such as a big TV show or a Marvel film). It's always a risk to sit around and wait for a job that's theoretically happening.

Regardless, the tone in her interview + the fact that Mitchell reposted it suggests this is somewhat official, though the Foster and the production account haven't reposted anything.

[Broadway Flash]

Posted: 1/26/24 at 4:21pm

Even if they say they plan on coming next spring, there is no guarantees. I’m sure Jasmine will keep auditioning and working on other stuff like any actor would do

[SamVas]

Posted: 1/27/24 at 2:29am

Saw here in Chicago and there is no doubt.

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 1/27/24 at 1:44pm

Broadway.com confirmed with press agents that the intent is indeed to open on Broadway in Spring 2025:

https://www.broadway.com/buzz/203712/boop-the-musical-will-open-on-broadway-in-spring-2025/

[Impeach2017]

Posted: 1/27/24 at 2:06pm

"intent"

[ErmengardeStopSniveling]

Posted: 1/27/24 at 2:17pm

Impeach2017 said: ""intent""

My intent is to retire to a villa in the south of France by age 50.

If I intend to do it that means it's def happening, right?

(Jokes aside, I'm going to choose to believe Boop is happening on that timeline, considering the people involved + it already had its OOT tryout)

[Kad]

Posted: 1/27/24 at 2:29pm

I don’t think a spring 2025 transfer is an unusual timeline at all. This season is no longer an option, there’s clearly some work to be done on the show, the director will be obligated to other things, and spring is a prime opening time. Putting an early claim to the busiest part of next season is not an unwise move. 

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 6/27/24 at 9:40am

April 2025 opening at a Shubert house TBA. Exact dates and casting yet to be revealed, though I am hearing the entire principal cast from the Chicago run is expected to make the transfer. 

This would be a sweet fit for the Imperial, assuming Water for Elephants closes in January. The Broadway is also a possibility but I think Gatsby will stick around, even without Jeremy and Eva. 

Updated On: 6/27/24 at 09:40 AM

[The8re phan]

Posted: 6/27/24 at 9:44am

The Schoenfeld, perhaps?

[BroadwayNYC2]

Posted: 6/27/24 at 9:55am

Logical timeline. I had fun, it isn’t groundbreaking by any means, but I laughed and smiled. Wouldn’t mind seeing it again. 

[MidWestTheater]

Posted: 6/27/24 at 10:05am

I would love to see this again. I'm curious how much work has been done on it, especially with the book and whole Pappy/Valentina storyline. I think people are going to be really surprised by how strong and earwormy the score is, and of course Jasmine Amy Rogers is gonna blow people's minds. 

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 6/27/24 at 10:08am

IMHO, David Foster might have the best, most unique orchestral arrangement of “Carol of the Bells” besides the iconic Trans-Siberian Orchestra version. The way he noodles around on the piano towards the end in a major key, leading to that big, full fanfare is just perfect. 

Looking forward to hearing what he’s written for his Broadway debut. 

Updated On: 6/27/24 at 10:08 AM

[Menken Fan]

Posted: 6/27/24 at 10:25am

Saw this several times in Chicago and posted thoughts way up above, but I'm excited to see what they've done with this. It was pretty solid and super entertaining.  Mostly great songs, big ol' dance numbers and so funny. Jasmine Amy Rogers was magnificent too.

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 6/27/24 at 10:33am

$26 million capitalization, per Michael Paulson. Whoa.