Beloved television star and popular social media icon George Takei (Star Trek, Heroes) stars in this unforgettable new musical alongside Telly Leung (Godspell, "Glee") and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Aladdin, Mulan) in her highly anticipated Broadway return. Inspired by Takei's true-life experience, Allegiance is an untold American story spanning from the lush California heartland, to the windswept prairies of Wyoming, to the European battlefields of World War II- a multi-generational tale of one Japanese American family's love, optimism and unparalleled heroism in the face of unimaginable circumstances.
The new American musical Allegiance opens at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street) tonight, November 8, 2015. Let's see what the critics have to say!
An original new musical drama that gives a history lesson about institutionalized racism in America.
An all-new THEATER TALK presents the compelling backstory of a dramatic new Broadway musical - one that seemingly defies musical treatment. Talking about the show ALLEGIANCE - the story of a Japanese-American family's internment by the U.S. government during World War II, as well as the show's six-and-a-half-year journey to the Longacre Theatre, are its stars George Takei, Lea Salonga and Telly Leung and director Stafford Arima.
Performances of the new American musical Allegiance began at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street) on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 with an official Opening Night set for Sunday, November 8, 2015. Allegiance stars Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Miserables) in her long-awaited return to Broadway joined by 'Star Trek' icon George Takei in his Broadway debut at age 78, and Broadway and 'Glee' starTelly Leung. Allegiance is the vibrant and unforgettable story of one family's resilience in the face of seemingly-insurmountable odds, inspired by Takei's real-life experience as a Japanese American during World War II.
Below, go behind-the-scenes of Broadway's ALLEGIANCE with Episode 7 of the musical's 'TREK TO BROADWAY', titled 'Put on a Happy Face,' which takes a closer look at the preview period!
As a child he and his family were imprisoned by the United States government. As an activist today, he fights for America's principles.
An all-new THEATER TALK presents the compelling backstory of a dramatic new Broadway musical - one that seemingly defies musical treatment. Talking about the show ALLEGIANCE - the story of a Japanese-American family's internment by the U.S. government during World War II, as well as the show's six-and-a-half-year journey to the Longacre Theatre, are its stars George Takei, Lea Salonga and Telly Leung and director Stafford Arima.
Lindsay Mendez took in the new Broadway musical ALLEGIANCE at the Longacre Theater, where she stopped backstage to congratulate her friends Telly Leung and Katie Rose Clarke, as well as the one and only George Takei. Check out photos below!
Performances of the new American musical Allegiance began at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street) on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 with an official Opening Night set for Sunday, November 8, 2015. Allegiance stars Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Miserables) in her long-awaited return to Broadway joined by 'Star Trek' icon George Takei in his Broadway debut at age 78, and Broadway and 'Glee' starTelly Leung. Allegiance is the vibrant and unforgettable story of one family's resilience in the face of seemingly-insurmountable odds, inspired by Takei's real-life experience as a Japanese American during World War II.
A veteran of four previous Broadway musicals, this is his first time originating a role on Broadway.
Below, go behind-the-scenes of Broadway's ALLEGIANCE with Episode 6 of the musical's 'TREK TO BROADWAY', titled 'You Could Drive A Person Crazy,' which takes a closer look at the team behind the show's lights, sound, set and more as the company speeds toward tech rehearsals!
ALLEGIANCE stars George Takei and Telly Leung stopped by GOOD DAY NEW YORK today to discuss the new musical and its long journey to Broadway. Check out the interview below!
Allegiance stars Tony and Olivier Award winner Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Miserables) in her long-awaited return to Broadway, and later this month, fans will get a chance to get up close and personal with the superstar. The October 31 matinee performance of Allegiance is Pinoy Day! 'Pinoy' is an informal demonym referring to the Filipino people in the Philippines and overseas Filipinos around the world. Salonga, the first Filipina Tony Award-winner, will host a post-show talkback, so have your questions ready!
The cast of the new musical ALLEGIANCE were visited by a trio of young Broadway stars at the Sunday matinee performance at the Longacre Theatre. Tony nominee Sydney Lucas who was one of the stars of 'Fun Home' joined her brother, Jake Lucas who is in 'The King & I' along with current 'Fun Home' co-star Oscar Wiliams for the performance. Check out photos from their visit below!
Broadway's newest family has posed for a portrait in an upcoming issue of Vanity Fair.
Sing Out, Louise! Productions and ATA announced that the new American musical Allegiance will implement a digital lottery for $39 seats available each day via allegiancemusical.com/lottery.
Cheering crowds greet the stars of ALLEGIANCE as they exit the theatre.
With Leung's packed fall schedule in full swing, BroadwayWorld recently caught up with him, where he opened up about the journey of producing an album, working alongside Takei and Salonga in ALLEGIANCE, and much more.
On yesterday's WENDY WILLIAMS, TV legend George Takei stopped by to talk about making his Broadway debut in the original musical ALLEGIANCE.
Allegiance, a new American musical starring George Takei, Lea Salonga and Telly Leung, begins previews tonight, October 6, 2015 at Broadway's Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Opening night is set for Sunday, November 8, 2015.
ALLEGIANCE stars George Takei and Lea Salonga talk about their emotional journey to Broadway and how they have used the power of social media to promote their new show.
Best known as Sulu on the original STAR TREK, actor George Takei will make his Broadway debut in the musical ALLEGIANCE, based on his real-life experiences during World War II.
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