News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
pixeltracker

Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017

Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017

Sauja Profile Photo
Sauja
#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). 

 

Sauja Profile Photo
Sauja
#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.

binau Profile Photo
binau
#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. 


"You can't overrate Bernadette Peters. She is such a genius. There's a moment in "Too Many Mornings" and Bernadette doing 'I wore green the last time' - It's a voice that is just already given up - it is so sorrowful. Tragic. You can see from that moment the show is going to be headed into such dark territory and it hinges on this tiny throwaway moment of the voice." - Ben Brantley (2022) "Bernadette's whole, stunning performance [as Rose in Gypsy] galvanized the actors capable of letting loose with her. Bernadette's Rose did take its rightful place, but too late, and unseen by too many who should have seen it" Arthur Laurents (2009) "Sondheim's own favorite star performances? [Bernadette] Peters in ''Sunday in the Park,'' Lansbury in ''Sweeney Todd'' and ''obviously, Ethel was thrilling in 'Gypsy.'' Nytimes, 2000

Call_me_jorge Profile Photo
Call_me_jorge
#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.


In our millions, in our billions, we are most powerful when we stand together. TW4C unwaveringly joins the worldwide masses, for we know our liberation is inseparably bound. Signed, Theater Workers for a Ceasefire https://theaterworkersforaceasefire.com/statement

Cupid Boy2 Profile Photo
Cupid Boy2
#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. 

Kad Profile Photo
Kad
#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.


"...everyone finally shut up, and the audience could enjoy the beginning of the Anatevka Pogram in peace."

Famebroadway2 Profile Photo
Famebroadway2
#7Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/13/16 at 5:35pm

Updated On: 9/13/16 at 05:35 PM

Whateverjsays
#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. 

trpguyy
#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.

ggersten Profile Photo
ggersten
#10Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 9:24am

The Nutty Professor!    (I kid.  I kid)

ggersten Profile Photo
ggersten
#11Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 9:24am

The Nutty Professor!    (I kid.  I kid)

ACL2006 Profile Photo
ACL2006
#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.


A Chorus Line revival played its final Broadway performance on August 17, 2008. The tour played its final performance on August 21, 2011. A new non-equity tour started in October 2012 played its final performance on March 23, 2013. Another non-equity tour launched on January 20, 2018. The tour ended its US run in Kansas City and then toured throughout Japan August & September 2018.

disneybroadwayfan22 Profile Photo
disneybroadwayfan22
#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

Prisoner of 7th Ave
#14Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:11am

Rebecca at the Schoenfeld.  Guaranteed.  

Liza's Headband
#15Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:13am

They're not going to hire Laura Osnes for FROZEN.

broadwayguy91
#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

newintown Profile Photo
newintown
#17Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 10:52am

What, no talk of King KongLord of the Rings, Busker AlleyOklahoma (either the DC Signature or Bard productions), Ken Davenport's latest project, Whorehouse, or Yank?

Valentina3 Profile Photo
Valentina3
#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.


Caption: Every so often there was a rare moment of perfect balance when I soared above him.

BroadwayConcierge Profile Photo
BroadwayConcierge
#19Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 1:50pm

Ooh, I could see Amélie at the Kerr. 

Liza's Headband
#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. 

gleek4114 Profile Photo
gleek4114
#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.

broadwayindie
#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

LesWickedly Profile Photo
LesWickedly
#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

 

"

Hello, Dolly has the Shubert. 

Call_me_jorge Profile Photo
Call_me_jorge
#24Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 3:23pm

They might wait a year.


In our millions, in our billions, we are most powerful when we stand together. TW4C unwaveringly joins the worldwide masses, for we know our liberation is inseparably bound. Signed, Theater Workers for a Ceasefire https://theaterworkersforaceasefire.com/statement

Sauja Profile Photo
Sauja
#25Musicals most likely still coming Spring 2017
Posted: 9/14/16 at 3:46pm

LesWickedly said: "
Hello, Dolly has the Shubert. 

"

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.


Videos