Hedwig

I just rented and watched the movie version of Hedwig.

It was so good that I really can't believe the show ever closed. Where did it play? When did it run? Why did it close, and is there any chance it might come back?

And apparently they have recorded an album of celebs singing Hedwig songs to benefit The Harvey Milk School in NYC. I don't know who's on it besides Cyndi Lauper. It's due to come out in October.

Actually, the show ran for 2 years at the Jane. The fan base kept it going that long but it almost closed a couple times earlier due to slow ticket sales. The dedication of the producers and creative staff kept it open as long as it ran, at a loss. The show indeed had a loyal cult following. The film, made by the creator, John Cameron Mitchell, was astonishingly true to the show, and won a few awards at Sundance. If you have any other questions about Hedwig, please PM me!

There was a production in Pittsburgh this summer that moved to the Hartford Stage Company for a few weeks in August. I made the trip and saw it three times, bringing relatives and friends. Hedwig is quite a show, and this production starring Anthony Rapp was in fine form.

There is a chance, according to Anthony, that the production may turn up someplace else, possibly as late as next spring. So, Hedwig may turn up in a town near you, even though travel exhausts her.

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Hey J.

I may be auditioning for that very production (SU alumni here). PM me.

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