THE OUTSIDERS On Broadway - News & Discussion Thread
THE OUTSIDERS On Broadway - News & Discussion Thread
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS On Broadway - News & Discussion Thread#1
Posted: 3/7/22 at 4:53pm
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the final two productions for its 2022/2023 season: the world-premiere musical The Outsiders, to run February/March, 2023; and a re-imagined production of Shakespeare's As You Like It, to run November/December, 2022.
The story that defined a generation is re-imagined in a groundbreaking musical for a new generation. In 1967 Tulsa, Oklahoma, the hardened hearts, aching souls and romantic dreams of Ponyboy Curtis, Johnny Cade and their band of greasers take center stage in a fight for survival and a quest for purpose. Adapted from S.E. Hinton's seminal book and Francis Ford Coppola's iconic film, The Outsiders features a book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Adam Rapp (The Sound Inside), music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance) and Tony Award winner Justin Levine (Moulin Rouge!), music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Justin Levine, directed by Obie Award winner Danya Taymor (Pass Over).
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/La-Jolla-Playhouse-Announces-THE-OUTSIDERS-and-Re-Imagined-AS-YOU-LIKE-IT-for-20222023-Season-20220307
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#2
Posted: 3/7/22 at 5:08pm
Wasn’t this supposed to premiere at the Goodman in Chicago this summer before postponing? Liesel Tommy was initially attached as the director, and now it seems like it’s in the hands of Dayna Taymor. Wonder if there may be some behind the scenes drama going on. Hope it goes well!
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#3
Posted: 3/7/22 at 5:30pm
Adam Kaplan was the only cast member whose name I saw had worked on the show at some point during the development process. Looks like he may be involved with the production after Fox canceled The Big Leap.
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#4
Posted: 3/7/22 at 6:31pm
I've got $5 that says there's a song titled "Stay Gold" here somewhere.........
Broadway Legend Joined: 2/9/04
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#5
Posted: 3/7/22 at 7:29pm
And it goes a little something LIKE THIS.
The Outsiders- Stay Gold - YouTube
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#6
Posted: 10/28/22 at 11:47pm
ON SALE COUNTDOWN STARTS NOW! THE OUTSIDERS, a story that defined a generation with S.E. Hinton's novel and Francis Ford Coppola's film, is coming to the Playhouse as a world-premiere musical launching Feb 19, 2023. Sign up to receive a ticket alert, secure the best seats and learn more: bit.ly/TheOutsidersLJP
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/29/13
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THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#8
Posted: 10/29/22 at 1:24pm
THE OUTSIDERS was a novel that high school freshmen loved. They frequently finished the book in one night. (It's not that long a book)
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#9
Posted: 1/5/23 at 1:26pm
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for its world-premiere production of The Outsiders, the new musical adapted from S.E. Hinton's seminal novel and Francis Ford Coppola's groundbreaking film. Featuring a book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Adam Rapp, music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Tony Award winner Justin Levine; music supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Justin Levine, and choreography by Rick Kuperman & Jeff Kuperman, The Outsiders is directed by Obie Award winner Danya Taymor. The Outsiders will begin preview performances on February 19 (press opening: Saturday, March 4). For tickets and information, please visit LaJollaPlayhouse.org.
The cast features (in order of appearance): Brody Grant as "Ponyboy," Sky Lakota-Lynch as "Johnny," Daniel Marconi as "Randy," Kevin William Paul as "Bob," Brent Comer as "Paul," Ryan Vasquez as "Darrel," Da'Von T. Moody as "Dallas," Jason Schmidt as "Sodapop," Trevor McGhie as "Two-Bit," Piper Patterson as "Cherry," Kiki Lemieux as "Marcia," along with ensemble members Annelise Baker, Jordan Chin, Milena Comeau, Barton Cowperthwaite, Tilly Evans-Krueger, Spencer McCabe Hunsicker, Sean H. Jones, L'ogan J'ones, Renni Magee, Tristan McIntyre, Junior Nyong'o, Melody Rose and Daryl Tofa.
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Brody-Grant-Sky-Lakota-Lynch-Daniel-Marconi-More-to-Star-in-THE-OUTSIDERS-World-Premiere-at-La-Jolla-Playhouse-20230105
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#10
Posted: 1/5/23 at 1:36pm
Have they re-cast the entire show?
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#11
Posted: 2/16/23 at 11:43am
https://www.kpbs.org/news/arts-culture/2023/02/15/playhouse-launches-world-premiere-of-the-outsiders
Danya Taymor directs La Jolla Playhouse's world premiere production, and she said that the characters are just trying to get by.
"It's a story about class warfare, it's a story about chosen family and belonging, and it's also a story about masculinity and all its forms, and its tenderness and its aggression and rage, and its love. And at its heart, I think it is about friendship and belonging," Taymor said.
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#12
Posted: 2/16/23 at 11:47am
I’ve got my ticket for Friday the 24th. It’s the highlight of my west coast trip since I’m from Tulsa.
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#13
Posted: 2/18/23 at 11:31pm
Performances begin tomorrow!
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#14
Posted: 2/19/23 at 1:21pm
Excited to hear more about this one. Feels like it's been in development for so long now. Share thoughts if you'll be attending this week!
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#15
Posted: 3/4/23 at 3:09pm
Tonight is the official opening and reviews should be available soon!
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#16
Posted: 3/7/23 at 12:18pm
You heard it here first- a theatre has already been booked on Broadway for a summer opening.
Leading Actor Joined: 5/23/22
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#17
Posted: 3/7/23 at 12:47pm
jacobsnchz14 said: "Tonight is the official opening and reviews should be available soon!"
Mixed from the NY Times but the others are positive.
https://playbill.com/article/reviews-heres-what-critics-are-saying-about-the-musical-adaptation-of-the-outsiders
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#18
Posted: 3/9/23 at 4:18pm
Other thread with early reports from La Jolla
https://forum.broadwayworld.com/readmessage.php?thread=1155689
Leading Actor Joined: 5/23/22
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#19
Posted: 3/9/23 at 7:42pm
BroadwayBaby6 said: "You heard it here first- a theatre has already been booked on Broadway for a summer opening.
Really? That's a mighty fast turn-around. Producers typically want more time than that--a lot more.
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Broadway Legend Joined: 8/25/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#20
Posted: 3/9/23 at 8:37pm
pethian said: "BroadwayBaby6 said: "You heard it here first- a theatre has already been booked on Broadway for a summer opening.
Really? That's a mighty fast turn-around. Producers typically want more time than that--a lot more.
plus even the positive reviews said it needed some re-working.
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#21
Posted: 4/2/23 at 1:59pm
💆🏾♂️ I enjoyed the show ALOT! Having been in final callbacks for the workshop I went in sad haha but leaving I just wanted to be a part of it even more. Sure some things could be tweaked but ITS SO GOOD!
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/13/06
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#22
Posted: 8/9/23 at 9:02am
Angelina Jolie has joined on as producer.
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Angelina-Jolie-Joins-Producing-Team-of-Broadway--Bound-THE-OUTSIDERS-20230809
Broadway Star Joined: 8/11/05
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#23
Posted: 8/9/23 at 11:17am
jacobsnchz14 said: "Angelina Jolie has joined on as producer.
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Angelina-Jolie-Joins-Producing-Team-of-Broadway--Bound-THE-OUTSIDERS-20230809"
Do these celeb producers make a difference?
I think the bigger issue here is that Araca is lead producing. These are the geniuses that gave us Diana, The Musical.
Broadway Legend Joined: 12/29/13
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#24
Posted: 8/9/23 at 1:21pm
This is 100% a new trend.
However, unless its organic - like Oprah and The Color Purple, it doesn't make much of a difference to ticket sales.
Leading Actor Joined: 7/22/23
THE OUTSIDERS musical set for La Jolla premiere#25
Posted: 8/9/23 at 2:57pm
DaveyG said: "jacobsnchz14 said: "Angelina Jolie has joined on as producer.
https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Angelina-Jolie-Joins-Producing-Team-of-Broadway--Bound-THE-OUTSIDERS-20230809"
Do these celeb producers make a difference?
I think the bigger issue here is that Araca is lead producing. These are the geniuses that gave us Diana, The Musical."
Celebrity producers provide funds. I hope this happens and is well received. Might this fit well into Circle in the Square?
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