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The Little Mermaid 2008 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
2 hours, 30 minutes with one intermission.
Opened: January 10, 2008
Closing: August 30, 2009

The Little Mermaid - 2008 Broadway History , Info & More

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway)
205 West 46th St. New York, NY

In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father - the king of the sea, escape the clutches of an evil sea witch and convince a prince that she's the girl with the perfect voice. Based on the beloved film, THE LITTLE MERMAID features some of Disney's most popular songs including "Part of Your World," "Kiss the Girl" and the Academy Award®-winning "Under the Sea."


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TV: Meet Those 'Marvelous Meanies' of THE LITTLE MERMAID - Heidi, Tyler & Eric!
by James Sims - March 3, 2009


BroadwayWorld's James Sims and Eddie Varley caught up with Heidi Blickenstaff, Tyler Maynard and Eric LaJuan Summers upstairs at Disney's New Amsterdam Theatre to get the backstory on their taking on such memorable villains in The Little Mermaid...

Photo Flash: Heidi Blickenstaff is 'Ursula' in THE LITTLE MERMAID
by Eddie Varley - February 13, 2009


Broadway favorite and [title of show] star Heidi Blickenstaff is 'Ursula' in the Disney musical THE LITTLE MERMAID on Broadway. The talented and 'very sweet' Blickenstaff assumed the 'very sassy and sinister' role on January 27, 2009.

Heidi Blickenstaff is 'Ursula' in THE LITTLE MERMAID Starting 1/27
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2009


[title of show] star Heidi Blickenstaff replaces Sheri Rene Scott as 'Ursula' in the Disney musical THE LITTLE MERMAID on Broadway.

THE LITTLE MERMAID Holding Auditions for 'Ariel' Replacement in a Number of Cities
by Robert Diamond - January 15, 2009


Disney Theatrical Productions recently celebrated the one-year Broadway anniversary of THE LITTLE MERMAID on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street, NYC). A new casting notice on Disney's web site states: 'Disney on Broadway is casting a new star for our sparkling new musical, THE LITTLE MERMAID...'

THE LITTLE MERMAID Celebrates One Year Anniversary on Broadway Jan. 10
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2009


Disney Theatrical Productions proudly celebrates the one-year Broadway anniversary of THE LITTLE MERMAID on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street, NYC).

THE LITTLE MERMAID Celebrates One Year Anniversary on Broadway Jan. 10
by Robert Diamond - January 8, 2009


Disney Theatrical Productions proudly celebrates the one-year Broadway anniversary of THE LITTLE MERMAID on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street, NYC).

DISNEY Extends KIDS GO FREE Ticket Offer Through Dec. 23 - $2 million in Ticket Sales to Date
by Robert Diamond - December 15, 2008


Disney Theatrical Productions today announced that it is extending its Kids Go Free! ticket offer until 11:59 PM on Tuesday, December 23, 2008.

$1 Million in Sales Generated by Disney's 'KIDS GO FREE'
by Robert Diamond - December 4, 2008


Disney Theatrical Productions today announced that its unprecedented Kids Go Free! ticket offer generated record-breaking sales totaling $1 million in its first three days.

Douglas, Jr. Summers, Creighton & Blickenstaff to Join LITTLE MERMAID Cast
by Robert Diamond - November 25, 2008


The Broadway production of THE LITTLE MERMAID, based on the animated Disney film and the classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, welcomes new cast members to the company: Rogelio Douglas, Jr. (?Sebastian?), Eric LaJuan Summers (?Jetsam?), Robert Creighton (?Chef Louis?) and Heidi Blickenstaff (?Ursula?).

Heidi Blickenstaff to Replace Scott as 'Ursula' in THE LITTLE MERMAID in 2009
by Faetra Petillo - November 7, 2008


It has been confirmed that [title of show] star Heidi Blickenstaff will be replacing Sheri Rene Scott as 'Ursula' in the Disney musical THE LITTLE MERMAID on Broadway.

THE LITTLE MERMAID Stars to Appear on Special Halloween Broadcast of the TODAY SHOW 10/31
by Faetra Petillo - October 30, 2008


Sierra Boggess (Ariel), Sean Palmer (Prince Eric), Norm Lewis (King Triton) and Brian D'Addario (Flounder), stars of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID, will lead a 3-song medley created especially for the Today Show Halloween broadcast on Friday, October 31st during the 8AM hour.

Photo Coverage: Sierra & Summer Boggess Together On 'The Little Mermaid'
by Peter James Zielinski - July 17, 2008


Sierra Boggess and her younger sister Summer Boggess sat down with photographer Peter James Zielinski to commemorate Summer subbing as the cellist in the orchestra of The Little Mermaid. Summer is a gifted cellist who made her Broadway debut this past April as a sub in various Broadway productions.

Photo Coverage: Dan Aykroyd visits 'Little Mermaid'
by Peter James Zielinski - June 12, 2008


Last night, Wednesday, June 11th 2008, comic legend Dan Aykroyd and his wife, actress Donna Dixon and family and friends visited the cast and crew of the Disney musical The Little Mermaid.

Sierra Boggess Featured on ABC's Wonderful World of Disney
by BWW News Desk - June 5, 2008


On Saturday, June 7, ABC's 'Wonderful World of Disney' presents a special broadcast of Disney Pixar's FINDING NEMO, the Academy Award-winning film (Best Animated Feature, 2003). During the broadcast, Mark Indelicato of the hit ABC television series 'UGLY BETTY' goes back stage at Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID with star Sierra Boggess to discuss her iconic role as Ariel, in the beloved new Broadway musical.

The Little Mermaid's Sierra Boggess Will Perform on 'Regis & Kelly' June 9
by BWW News Desk - June 4, 2008


Sierra Boggess, 'Ariel' in Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID, will perform on 'Live with Regis & Kelly' on Monday, June 9th between 9am - 10am.

Photo Coverage: BeBe Winans Visits 'Little Mermaid'
by Peter James Zielinski - May 29, 2008


Last night, May 28th 2008 BeBe Winans visited the cast and crew of the The Little Mermaid.

Sherie Rene Scott To Appear On 'Downstage Center'
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2008


The American Theatre Wing and XM Satellite Radio proudly present an interview with actress Sherie Rene Scott, on their weekly theatrical interview show, 'Downstage Center,' on XM's On Broadway (XM Channel 28).

Photo Flash: Kristin Chenoweth Visits 'The Little Mermaid'
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2008


Last night 'The Little Mermaid' had two surprises guests: Kristin Chenoweth and Patrick Cassidy. Disney's The Little Mermaid is currently playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. The playing schedule for The Little Mermaid is as follows: Tuesday - Saturday evenings at 8pm, Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 2pm, and Sunday matinees at 3pm. Tickets for are $51.50 - $121.50 (includes a $1.50 facility fee), available through Ticketmaster at (212) 307-4747, online at www.DisneyOnBroadway.com, or in-person at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street).

Disney's Leading Ladies Took On Carnegie Hall 4/28
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2008


On Monday, April 28th, the leading ladies of Disney's current hit musicals, Kissy Simmons ('Nala' in The Lion King), Sierra Boggess ('Ariel' in The Little Mermaid) and Ashley Brown ('Mary Poppins' in Mary Poppins) performed at the New York Pops 25th Annual Spring Gala. The event honored James Nederlander Sr., James Nederlander Jr. and the New York Yankees.

Photo Coverage: Disney Theatrical Cabaret
by Peter James Zielinski - April 17, 2008


On Wednesday, April 16th Disney Theatrical Productions (Thomas Schumacher, producer) presented a cabaret featuring the songs of composer Alan Menken. The evening featured performances by Disney on Broadway stars Sierra Boggess (The Little Mermaid), Ashley Brown (Mary Poppins), Sean Palmer (The Little Mermaid) and Josh Strickland (Tarzan).

The Little Mermaid History

Other Productions of The Little Mermaid

2007   New York Workshop
New York
2008   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2017   St. Louis, MO (Regional) The Muny's Revival Adaptation
St. Louis, MO (Regional)

The Little Mermaid - 2008 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Sierra Boggess
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Natasha Katz
2008 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design of a Musical George Tsypin
2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Sherie Rene Scott
2008 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Natasha Katz
2008 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Alan Menken
2008 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Glenn Slater

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