Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
#1Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:04pm
Someone was discussing this in the Groundhog Day thread, but I wondered what announced shows we really expect to actually hit theaters this coming Spring.
Come from Away seems like a nearly sure thing (and I've seen rumors of it taking the Belasco).
Bandstand keeps coming up, but that seems 100% dead in the water, or am I wrong?
Spongebob is the one I keep expecting to hear an official announcement on (I even have a guess of what theater they're waiting for and keep anticipating a closing notice that hasn't come)
Half-Time...I just have no idea either way.
Amelie seems like it's almost definitely coming, but I'm not really expecting it until next Fall.
Keep in mind, this is not based on any real information--only rumblings I've read on the board or heard in the air. But I'm curious if anyone has any more actual info (though other rumors and guesses are also always a treat).
#2Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:06pm
Oh, and War Paint. But...that didn't seem to get the reviews that it would need to transfer, did it? I know it had been rumored for the Nederlander, but it seems to me (again a total guess) that it's unlikely now.
#3Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:11pm
Be pretty disappointed if War Paint doesn't transfer, particularly given the apparent confidence people like Liza Headband had about its transfer (that it was already confirmed). That said, there is still a lot of time to announce a transfer.
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#4Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:18pm
While war paint didn't get swell reviews it did do well financially. Yes I know the Goodman is a subscription house, but it's still pretty amazing to be the most financially successful show at the goodman. And with Patti it will do fine in New York.
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Broadway Legend Joined: 1/5/13
#5Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:32pm
I sure hope War Paint transfers. I know commercial producers are attached, but I think having a nonprofit like LCT bring in it would make more sense.
#6Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:32pm
For some reason, there is a contingent of people on here who keep trying to make Bandstand a thing. There's been absolutely no word about it after its less than inspiring debut at Papermill a year ago. The producers announced a plan to try to get it to Broadway in 16-17 last November, with no concrete details and no updates since that time. There haven't been any industry presentations, workshops, or readings, either.
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#7Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:35pmUpdated On: 9/13/16 at 05:35 PM
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Featured Actor Joined: 7/12/16
#8Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:45pm
Any update on 'The Honeymooners'? I know Laura Bell Bundy did a reading for it back in April.
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Broadway Legend Joined: 2/25/05
#9Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:47pm
Kad said: "For some reason, there is a contingent of people on here who keep trying to make Bandstand a thing. There's been absolutely no word about it after its less than inspiring debut at Papermill a year ago. The producers announced a plan to try to get it to Broadway in 16-17 last November, with no concrete details and no updates since that time. There haven't been any industry presentations, workshops, or readings, either."
I know several people who were involved with it at Papermill, and they were told recently that the show is still supposed to be coming in., for whatever that's worth.
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Broadway Legend Joined: 5/11/06
#10Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 9:24am
The Nutty Professor! (I kid. I kid)
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Broadway Legend Joined: 5/11/06
#11Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 9:24am
The Nutty Professor! (I kid. I kid)
#12Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 9:39am
yes, COME FROM AWAY is coming. 99% it's taking the Belasco. WAR PAINT apparently has the Nederlander. This just leaves the Cort & Hayes open for the Spring assuming the SUNSET revival is still on track to take the Palace. THE MASTER BUILDER could take either theater. BANDSTAND & AMELIE should both wait until next season. It's already a crowded season for new musicals. There's also WHEN GOD LOOKED AWAY that still needs a theater.
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#13Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:01am
Didn't someone say Bandstand was 100% dead? I honestly hope it's true, so Laura can do Frozen
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Chorus Member Joined: 5/6/16
#14Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:11am
Rebecca at the Schoenfeld. Guaranteed.
Liza's Headband
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/28/13
#15Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:13am
They're not going to hire Laura Osnes for FROZEN.
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Broadway Star Joined: 12/23/15
#16Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:45am
Amelie hasn't had its 2nd tryout at the Ahmanson theatre yet , right? I'd imagine they will wait for the reviews for that production first before deciding to finalize any plans to transfer
#17Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:52am
What, no talk of King Kong, Lord of the Rings, Busker Alley, Oklahoma (either the DC Signature or Bard productions), Ken Davenport's latest project, Whorehouse, or Yank?
#18Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 1:34pm
Is anything announced for Walter Kerr after Falsettos closes on Jan 8th? (barring an extension with a different Marvin). Because that's another rather great theater for bigger shows which will be open come spring unless I missed an announcement.
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Broadway Legend Joined: 7/24/15
#19Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 1:50pm
Ooh, I could see Amélie at the Kerr.
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Broadway Legend Joined: 5/28/13
#20Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 1:55pm
How is that even possible? Assuming there are no extensions, their out-of-town tryout goes through the middle of January. It would easily be another 2 - 3 months before a Broadway transfer provided there are no major rewrites or developmental labs/readings.
#21Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 2:05pm
Bright Star finished its D.C. tryout in mid January 2016 and started previews on Broadway by the end of February. It's possible.
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#22Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 2:10pm
I actually don't have any insider information on this, but given the type of show Spongebob wants to be (semi-interactive) it seems like the Schubert may be the best fit unless another show has already snatched that space
#23Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 2:20pm
broadwayindie said: "I actually don't have any insider information on this, but given the type of show Spongebob wants to be (semi-interactive) it seems like the Schubert may be the best fit unless another show has already snatched that space
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Hello, Dolly has the Shubert.
#24Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 3:23pm
They might wait a year.
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#25Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 3:46pm
LesWickedly said: "
Hello, Dolly has the Shubert.
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And did Spongebob announce any partnership with the Shuberts? I haven't found news of that, but I could certainly have missed it. I just keep wondering (and I'm not hoping it closes, just looking at grosses) if Kinky Boots might pack it in before Spring. Seems like it could be a fit.
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