GALILEO to Open at the Shubert Theatre, Fall 2026 — Page 3

Are you one of the producers?
perfectliar said: "Why is everyone here suddenly so concerned with producers "wasting money" or "throwing money away" on new works? Broadway is a losing business, for the most part. Producers know this. Why do you all care? I swear, every time a new show is announced, every one on this board acts like they managethese people's financial portfolios."

Updated On: 2/10/26 at 06:22 PM

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Updated On: 2/10/26 at 07:40 PM

Has anyone suggested that maybe Tru with Jesse Tyler Ferguson is coming here for a limited run? Because that's what the pieces add up to for me.

perfectliar said: "Why is everyone here suddenly so concerned with producers "wasting money" or "throwing money away" on new works? Broadway is a losing business, for the most part. Producers know this. Why do you all care? I swear, every time a new show is announced, every one on this board acts like they managethese people's financial portfolios."

I can see both sides of the argument. On the one hand, who cares if billionaires lose money on shows that I love, like Scottsboro Boys or Days of Wine and Roses?

On the other hand... won't we get more shows like these if investors make money on them?

I'm a major Raul fan. I first saw this up at Vassar during their summer workshops way back in 2019. (With Raul and Solea Pfeiffer as the daughter) At that time, it was bare bones, more of a concert, but I really enjoyed it and felt like it had tons of potential... I was excited and hoped it had a future.

I then saw it in Berkeley in 2024 and found myself disappointed in how it came together... even though, as others have pointed out, some of the songs are super catchy and enjoyable.

I take no pleasure at all in saying I don't think this will last very long, especially in a house as large as the Shubert. But, I'll happily be giving it another shot (or two) -- always terrific to have Raul on stage in NY!

Your friend made their tour money back.

Merkin2 said: "I agree perfectliar, but also, these shows end up profitable with licensing and/or tours.My friend put money into Tootsie, made his money all back and then some from the tour."

Updated On: 2/11/26 at 08:33 AM

I saw it twice in Berkeley. Yes, Raul was great as always, as was Jeremy Kushnier, but the book definitely needed quite a bit of work. And, as bear882 said, the Joy Woods characters is terribly written. They took an interesting historical character and turned her into a petulant, reckless teenager who just wanted to chase after her boyfriend. Still, I'm very tempted to go to NY to see this, not only for Raul, but also to see if they managed to fix the worst parts of it.

Scott Briefer said: "I too saw this at Berkeley Rep. I thought Raul Esparza brilliant and his performance worthy of a Tony nomination and perhaps award. The show needed work, but it was good. They've had two years, so it's possible that this could be well received...."

Two years minus all the time spent on CHESS. So maybe three or four months? Can't wait for this, though.

“He gave us stars?” That doesnt even make sense.

EDSOSLO858 said: "

A fan presale will begin on May 27; tickets go on sale to the public May 29.

https://galileomusical.com/"



He Gave Us Stars? "He gave us stars" most likely refers to the Christian belief that God created the stars as a testament to His love, power, and guidance. It often highlights the concept of divine providence—the idea that even in a vast, dark universe, a higher power provides light, hope, and direction for your life's journey.HUH?, Reach for the Stars sound a lot better imo!

Updated On: 5/18/26 at 10:48 PM

Jordan Catalano said: "After almost 15 years away from Broadway, I don’t care what the tagline is, I’m stoked for Raul’s return."

Hopefully, Raul's last musical Leap of Faith was such a black hole . We couldn't wait to escape the St. James!

Updated On: 5/18/26 at 11:08 PM

SteveSanders said: "hak5 said: "Y'all who are saying this will close early are shameful. We should be happy we are getting a new show! And let's not judge it before we see it."

I don't necessarily disagree, but if people did what you suggest about 25% of the posts here would never be made."

And that would be bad?