ROCK OF AGES to Open at Woodstock Opera House with Theatre 121
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
Theatre 121 will present ROCK OF AGES at the Woodstock Opera House in Woodstock, IL, featuring the 1980s rock musical set on the Sunset Strip with anthems, comedy, and powerhouse vocals.
Photos: First look at Little Theatre Off Broadway’s ROCK OF AGES
by Jerri Shafer - Sep 25, 2025
Rock of Ages a musical set on the Sunset Strip in 1987, following the story of a small-town girl and a city boy who meet while chasing their rock ‘n’ roll dreams. It is a big, brash, energetic tribute to classic rock, to over-the-top ballads and fierce guitar, to the gritty glamour and rough energy of the Sunset Strip. This jukebox musical features ‘80s hits such as “We Built this City”, “I Wanna Rock”, and “Don’t Stop Believin’”.
Review: ROCK OF AGES at Axelrod Performing Arts Center
by Donna Marie Nowak - May 11, 2025
Rock of Ages, Chris D'Arienzo’s jukebox musical which runs from May 2-18 at the Axelrod Theater, has had many incarnations since its 2005 Los Angeles premiere, including Broadway, the West End, and a brilliant 2012 film starring Tom Cruise.
BWW Interview: The Amazing Anita Mann Talks Artistry, Accomplishments, and Being Honored By Luminario Ballet at Beverly Hills Women's Club
by Valerie-Jean Miller - Nov 13, 2019
I just had the best chat with Anita Mann. If there ever was a Wonder Woman, she is that! Beauty, Brains, Talent, Boundless Energy and Enthusiasm for Life and a non-stop yearning to elevate Dancers and the Dance World to greater heights and recognition. The Director, Producer, Choreographer, Dancer, Actress, Wife (of 20 years) Mom, Grandmother, Philanthropist, Mentor, Teacher, Humanitarian, whom I have admired for many decades is an icon in the Entertainment Industry. In fact, she has worked with an array of Icons herself, and will be honored this coming Saturday, November 16th, 2019 by The Luminario Ballet Company, for her Lifetime Achievement and Influence in Choreography, at their 2019 Gala Fundraiser “Gala Bacchanal” at the Beverly Hills Women's Club.
Photo Flash: First Look at ROCK OF AGES National Tour
by Julie Musbach - Oct 25, 2018
ROCK OF AGES officially opens TONIGHT, October 25th, at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston. Additional tour stops are planned across the country throughout the 2018-19 season. Get a first look at the company below!
Photo Coverage: ROCK OF AGES 10th Anniversary Tour Gets Ready to Hit the Road!
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 2, 2018
The 10th anniversary tour of ROCK OF AGES is getting ready to hit the road! Leading the cast are Anthony Nuccio as 'Drew Boley,' Katie LaMark as 'Sherrie Christian,' John-Michael Breen as 'Lonny,' Sam Harvey as 'Stacee Jaxx,' Ryan M. Hunt as 'Dennis,' Chris Renalds as 'Franz,' Kristina Walz as 'Regina,' Kenya Hamilton as 'Justice,' and Andrew Tebo as 'Hertz.' The tour will also feature Michael Bojtos, Emily Croft, Kyle Jurassic, Mark LaDuke, Carlina Parker, Darrell Wayne Purcell, Stephen Rochet, Zoe Unkovich, and Brenna Wahl.
BWW Review: A ERA DO ROCK (Rock of Ages) Rocks in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - Jun 22, 2017
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker in LA's most famous rock club, and they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80s. It's ROCK OF AGES, an arena-rock love story told through the mind-blowing, face-melting hits of Journey, Bon Jovi, Poison and many more. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on.
BWW Review: ROCK OF AGES Rocks, Really Rocks, at Cain Park
by Roy Berko - Jun 11, 2017
If you are a fanatic for rock and roll, especially from the genre's golden age, you will absolutely love "Rock of Ages." "Oh Sherrie," "The Search is Over," as you'll think it's "Just like Paradise" and believe that you are in "Heaven," having "Nothin' But a Good Time," which is pretty darn good!
Photo Flash: ROCK OF AGES Opens at Omaha Community Playhouse 3/3
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2017
Rock of Ages, running March 3 - April 2, 2017 in the Hawks Mainstage Theatre at Omaha Community Playhouse, is set in L.A.'s infamous Sunset Strip in 1987. It tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and Sherrie, a small-town girl, both in L.A. to chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. This jukebox musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. It uses the hits of the 1980s to tell its story, including "Sister Christian," "We're Not Gonna Take It," "Dead or Alive," "I Want to Know What Love Is," "Here I Go Again," "Don't Stop Believing" and many more. Rock of Ages takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair! Contains mischievous behavior, suggestive and adult dialogue and comedic reference to drug usage.
Photo Flash: Nothing' But A Good Time! Meet the Cast of Barn Theatre's ROCK OF AGES
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2015
Opening July 28 at the Barn Theatre School - ROCK OF AGES - the ultimate rock mix-tape musical, a hilarious story of dreams, and love! Playing July 28 - August 9. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast below!
Photo Flash: Def Jam Co-Founder Russell Simmons Stops by ROCK OF AGES
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2014
Def Jam co-founder, Russell Simmons, was sighted attending Rock of Ages Friday evening, May 30 at The Venetian Las Vegas. Following the performance, Simmons joined the cast backstage for a photo and to share his enthusiasm for the show. Scroll down for an image!
Photo Flash: Darren Criss Attends ROCK OF AGES in Vegas!
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 18, 2014
GLEE star, Darren Criss, attended Rock of Ages Saturday evening, February 15 at The Venetian Las Vegas. Following the performance, Criss headed backstage to share words of enthusiasm with Rock of Ages star and former GLEE cast member, Jon Robert Hall, and to take a photo with the cast. Check out photos from his visit below!
Photo Flash: Adam Lambert Attends ROCK OF AGES in Las Vegas
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 27, 2013
Singer and American Idol alumni Adam Lambert attended Rock of Ages at The Venetian Las Vegas on Thursday, December 26 in order to rock out and cheer on cast member and close friend Terrance Spencer (Mayor/Ja'Keith). The two first met when they performed in WICKED together and then later, Terrance performed as a dancer on Lambert's Glam Nation tour.
Photo Flash: ROCK OF AGES Celebrates First Anniversary in Las Vegas
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 20, 2013
On Wednesday (Dec. 18, 2013) the high-octane musical ROCK OF AGES celebrated its first anniversary in Las Vegas at The Venetian Las Vegas. Following the conclusion of the performance, cast member Mark Shunock ("Lonny") addressed the full house to thank them for their support of ROCK OF AGES and then he led the cast in a celebratory shot to mark the occasion. After the performance, the company hosted a '80s themed after party at Insert Coin(s) in Downtown Las Vegas.
Photo Flash: Rikki Rockett Visits ROCK OF AGES in Las Vegas
by Molly Tracy - Nov 8, 2013
Rikki Rockett, the drummer for Poison, whose songs are performed in ROCK OF AGES saw the show on November 6th, and visited the cast afterwards.
Photo Flash: Snoop Dogg Attends ROCK OF AGES at the Venetian
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2013
Rapper, singer/songwriter and actor Snoop Dogg (aka Snoop Lion) attended ROCK OF AGES at The Venetian Las Vegas on Sunday. Snoop watched the outrageously fun musical and then went backstage to meet and greet with the cast and take photos. Backstage, Snoop gave a speech to the cast gushing about how much he loved the show. Scroll down for photos!
Photo Flash: GLEE's Dot-Marie Jones Visits ROCK OF AGES Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2013
GLEE star Dot-Marie Jones attended ROCK OF AGES at The Venetian Las Vegas on Friday, February 8 and she loved the show so much she went again Saturday night. After the show on Friday evening, she went backstage to meet and congratulate the cast on a rockin' performance. Check out a photo of her with the cast below!
Photo Flash: Musicians Paul Shortino and Joe Lynn Turner Visit ROCK OF AGES Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2013
Paul Shortino of Quiet Riot, and Joe Lynn Turner of Deep Purple, attended Rock of AgesTuesday evening, January 22 at The Venetian. Shortino and Turner headed backstage after the performance for a photo with the cast and to applaud them on their performance. Check it out below!
Photo Flash: Film and TV Star Richard Burgi Visits ROCK OF AGES
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2013
Film and Television star, Richard Burgi, attended Rock of Ages Friday evening, January 11 at The Venetian. Burgi headed backstage after the performance for a photo with the cast and to share a few words of his enthusiasm for the show.
Photo Flash: PEEPSHOW's Coco Austin Visits ROCK OF AGES
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2013
PEEPSHOW star, Coco Austin, attended Rock of Agesyesterday evening, January 9 at The Venetian. Austin was excited to show support for the show, heading backstage after the performance for a photo with the cast.
PHOTO FLASH: ROCK Cast Member Danny McHugh Sings National Anthem at White Sox Game
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 26, 2012
ROCK OF AGES cast member Danny McHugh recently performed the National Anthem at the Chicago White Sox game against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, June 22. BroadwayWorld has the exclusive photos, check them out below!
Photo Flash: Golden Rainbow's 26th Annual RIBBON OF LIFE Production
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2012
Celebrating 26 years of service to Southern Nevada's HIV/AIDS community, Golden Rainbow presented its annual "Ribbon of Life" fundraising production at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, June 24. Approximately 1,630 attendees filled the breathtaking Reynolds Hall as 380 performers from the best Strip shows and entertainment companies took the stage in the fight against HIV/AIDS. See photos from the event below!
PHOTO FLASH: ROCK OF AGES Touring Cast Attends Midnight Showing of Movie Adaptation
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 19, 2012
The national touring cast of 80s glam-rock hit ROCK OF AGES attended the movie premiere of the show's film adaptation on Friday, June 15 at 12:01 AM in downtown Chicago. Check out their cast photo below!
Photo Flash: First Look at ROCK OF AGES at the Pantages!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 23, 2012
Following a highly successfully L.A. premiere this past February 2011, ROCK OF AGES, the five-time Tony Award nominated smash-hit musical, returns to Los Angeles for a strictly limited, face-melting one week engagement now through March 25, 2012 at the Pantages Theatre. L.A. audiences were so amped during the show's premiere engagement that it was clear those die-hard fans who continued singing 'Don't Stop Believin' down Hollywood Boulevard as they left the Pantages Theatre hadn't been rocked hard enough!
Photo Flash: ROCK OF AGES Visits National Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 26, 2011
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small-town girl met a big-city dreamer - and in L.A.'s most legendary rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the ‘80's. It's ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more. Direct from Broadway, Tony Award nominee Constantine Maroulis of 'American Idol' fame will reprise his acclaimed performance as Drew in this first National Tour, playing the National Theatre beginning July 12 for two weeks only.
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