Stick Fly 2011

Opened: December 8, 2011
Closing: February 26, 2012

Stick Fly - 2011 - Broadway History , Info & More

It was supposed to be a relaxing weekend at the family home on Martha's Vineyard... until the baggage got unpacked. Set at the elegant summer home of the well-to-do LeVay family, STICK FLY begins when two adult sons bring their significant others (one a fiancée, the other a new girlfriend) home to meet their parents for the first time. Soon, secrets are revealed, civilities are dropped and identities are explored in a harsh new light. Race and rivalry, class and family, all come together for an explosive comedy of manners about today's complex world.

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PREVIEW Stick Fly - 2011 - Broadway

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'Stick Fly'
6 / 10

Diamond shows a flair for everyday speech as delivered by this bunch of brainiacs. But as she juggles complicated issues of race, class and the devastation of absentee fathers, her play rocks schizophrenically between substantive drama and a quippy “Cosby” clone. At 2-3/4 hours, “Stick Fly” could benefit from some tightening. Ditto the ensemble directed by Kenny Leon.

Black One-Percenters at Play; Creepy ‘50s; Shocking Abuse
6 / 10

Diamond has a knack for setting up juicy situations without always knowing how to resolve them. Director Kenny Leon ought to have trimmed a half hour from the play and tightened its focus...Nevertheless, “Stick Fly” is one of my favorite plays of the year. Keep your eyes on Rashad, radiant in the harrowing “Ruined” and a further revelation here.

Alicia Keys' Produced STICK FLY to Close on Broadway February 26, 2012
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2012

STICK FLY, the hit Broadway play by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Kenny Leon, will play its final performance at Broadway's Cort Theatre (138 W. 48th Street) on Sunday, February 26, 2012 after 24 previews and 92 regular performances.

STAGE TUBE: What is STICK FLY? The Cast Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - February 10, 2012

STICK FLY, the hit Broadway play by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Kenny Leon, will play its final performance at Broadway's Cort Theatre (138 W. 48th Street) on Sunday, February 26, 2012 after 24 previews and 92 regular performances. In the video below, the cast chats about what the show is about. Click below to check it out!

Alicia Keys' Produced STICK FLY to Close on Broadway February 26, 2012
by Robert Diamond - February 9, 2012

STICK FLY, the hit Broadway play by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Kenny Leon, will play its final performance at Broadway's Cort Theatre (138 W. 48th Street) on Sunday, February 26, 2012 after 24 previews and 92 regular performances.

STICK FLY's Dulé Hill to Host On Tap at Joe's Pub Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 1, 2012

On Wednesday, February 1, New York's hottest tap dancers and musicians come together for an electric night of improvisation and musical exploration. Actor and tap dancer Dule Hill ("Psych", Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk, Stickfly) hosts. The tap dancers include tap legends as well as the new generation of tap artists and ensembles breaking ground in tap and the musicians are some of the leading musicians working today.

STICK FLY's Dulé Hill to Host On Tap @ Joe's Pub, 2/1
by Max Schwager - January 18, 2012

On Wednesday, February 1, New York's hottest tap dancers and musicians come together for an electric night of improvisation and musical exploration. Actor and tap dancer Dule Hill ("Psych", Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk, Stickfly) hosts. The tap dancers include tap legends as well as the new generation of tap artists and ensembles breaking ground in tap and the musicians are some of the leading musicians working today.

STICK FLY Tickets Now Available Through April 8!
by Nicole Rosky - January 9, 2012

The producers of STICK FLY just announced that the on sale period has been extended by popular demand and tickets are now available through April 8, 2012, with special Spring Break Wednesday matinees in March through April 4. Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alicia Keys is proud to present and write original music for the Broadway premiere of Lydia R. Diamond's critically-acclaimed new play STICK FLY, directed by Kenny Leon. The production is now in performances at the Cort Theatre (138 W. 48th Street).

Tomorrow's STICK FLY Talkback With Alicia Keys to be Hosted by La La Anthony
by Kelsey Denette - January 6, 2012

Tomorrow's talkback, following the 8 PM performance, will be hosted by VH1 reality star La La Anthony ('La La's Full Court Life').

New Dates And Discussion Series Added To STICK FLY
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 28, 2011

Due to popular demand, four new dates have been added to the discussion series with Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter and Broadway producer Alicia Keys following the STICK FLY performances on Saturday, January 7 at 8PM, Monday February 6 at 7PM, Thursday, February 16 at 7PM and Sunday, February 26 at 7:30PM at the Cort Theatre (138 W. 48th Street).

Review - Stick Fly
by Ben Peltz - December 18, 2011

Call me envious, but the genre of plays that feature smart, educated, financially well-off characters screwing up their lives under the knowing smirks of the maid serves as a kind of comfort food for me.  And while the discomfort in class, racial and gender issues experienced by the LeVay family in Lydia R. Diamond's funny and quite heated family drama, Stick Fly, may seem a bit too familiar at times, director Kenny Leon and his terrific ensemble help deliver a lively evening.

Alicia Keys to Host Talkbacks at STICK FLY Next Week
by Kelsey Denette - December 15, 2011

Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and Broadway producer Alicia Keys will host talkback discussions following the STICK FLY performances next week on Monday, December 19th and Thursday, December 22nd at the Cort Theatre (138 W. 48th Street). STICK FLY is written by Lydia R. Diamond and directed by Kenny Leon.

STAGE TUBE: Alicia Keys Talks STICK FLY on GMA
by Nicole Rosky - December 13, 2011

STICK FLY, written by Lydia R. Diamond, directed by Kenny Leon, and produced and with original music by Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Alicia Keys, was featured this morning on ABC's 'Good Morning America.' Host Robin Roberts visited Alicia Keys and the cast at the Cort Theatre (138 W. 48th Street) to talk about this exciting new production that opened last week. Click here to watch the full interview. STICK FLY producers also announced today that a new block of tickets has been made available for purchase. The show is now on sale through February 28th.

BWW TV: Inside the Opening Night Party of STICK FLY!
by Broadway Beat - December 12, 2011

Last week, December 8, Lydia R. Diamond's STICK FLY opened at the Cort Theatre. Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alicia Keys presents and writes original music for the Broadway premiere of STICK FLY, directed by Kenny Leon. Broadway Beat was on hand for the celebratory opening night party and takes you inside below!

Photo Coverage: STICK FLY Starry Theatre Arrivals!
by Walter McBride - December 9, 2011

Last night, December 8, Lydia R. Diamond's STICK FLY opened at the Cort Theatre. Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alicia Keys presents and writes original music for the Broadway premiere of STICK FLY, directed by Kenny Leon. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the starry theater arrivals and brings you photo coverage of the red carpet below!

Photo Coverage: STICK FLY Celebrates Opening Night
by Walter McBride - December 9, 2011

Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alicia Keys presents and writes original music for the Broadway premiere of Lydia R. Diamond's critically-acclaimed play STICK FLY, directed by Kenny Leon. The production officially opened at the Cort Theatre last night, December 8, and BroadwayWorld was there for the after party!

Photo Coverage: STICK FLY Opening Night Curtain Call
by Walter McBride - December 9, 2011

Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alicia Keys presents and writes original music for the Broadway premiere of Lydia R. Diamond's critically-acclaimed play STICK FLY, directed by Kenny Leon. The production officially opened at the Cort Theatre last night, December 8, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the curtain call!

Review Roundup: STICK FLY Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 8, 2011

It was supposed to be a relaxing weekend at the family home on Martha's Vineyard... until the baggage got unpacked. Set at the elegant summer home of the well-to-do LeVay family, STICK FLY begins when two adult sons bring their significant others (one a fiancée, the other a new girlfriend) home to meet their parents for the first time. Soon, secrets are revealed, civilities are dropped and identities are explored in a harsh new light. Race and rivalry, class and family, all come together for an explosive comedy of manners about today's complex world.

BWW TV: STICK FLY Highlights with New Music from Alicia Keys!
by Jessica Lewis - December 8, 2011

Grammy® Award-winning singer/songwriter Alicia Keys presents and writes original music for the Broadway premiere of Lydia R. Diamond's critically-acclaimed play STICK FLY, directed by Kenny Leon. The production is now in performances at the Cort Theatre and officially opens tonight, December 8, 2011. Want a sneak peek at the production? Click below for performance highlights and show montage featuring new music from Alicia Keys!

STICK FLY Opens Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - December 8, 2011

The Broadway premiere of Lydia R. Diamond's STICK FLY, directed by Kenny Leon, STICK FLY will open on Broadway tonight. Tickets are now on sale through Telecharge.com.

Photo Flash: First Look at STICK FLY!
by Kelsey Denette - December 3, 2011

STICK FLY stars Dulé Hill ('Psych,' 'The West Wing') as Spoon (Kent) LeVay, Mekhi Phifer ('ER,' 8 Mile) as Flip (Harold) LeVay, Tracie Thoms (Rent, 'Cold Case,' The Devil Wears Prada) as Taylor, Tony Award-winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson (Seven Guitars, Lackawanna Blues) as Joe Levay, Rosie Benton (Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Accent on Youth) as Kimber and Condola Rashad (Ruined) as Cheryl. Get a first look at the production below!

STICK FLY To Offer $35 Rush Tickets
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 1, 2011

The producers of STICK FLY have announce that beginning Friday, December 2nd the show will offer a limited number of rush seats at $35.

STICK FLY Announces Rush Policy!
by Nicole Rosky - December 1, 2011

The producers of STICK FLY have just announced that beginning Friday, December 2nd the show will offer a limited number of rush seats at $35. The seats will be available for purchase at 10 a.m. when the Cort Theatre box office opens and for performances that day only. There is a limit of 2 tickets per person, some seats may be considered "partial view" and rush tickets are only available for purchase at the box office.

Stick Fly FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Stick Fly have there been?
Stick Fly has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 2011.
What awards has Stick Fly been nominated for?
Stick Fly has been nominated for several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Condola Rashad's performance. The show has also been nominated for Outstanding New Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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