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Silence! The Musical 2013 - Articles Page 1.8

Run Time:
89 minutes with no intermission
Opened: January 19, 2013
Closing: July 07, 2013

Silence! The Musical - 2011 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Elektra Theater
300 West 43rd Street New York, NY

In the beloved movie, rookie FBI agent Clarice Starling matches wits with the brilliant but insane cannibal, Dr. Hannibal Lecter, to catch the serial killer known only as Buffalo Bill. Clarice must face her own demons and race the clock to unlock Lecter's clues before another innocent girl is killed and skinned by Bill. It's a hair-raising thriller that has kept countless millions on the edges of their seats and permeated the pop lexicon with delightfully creepy quotes like "I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti" and of course "It places the lotion in the basket".



And now, at last, this delicate symphony of suspense has been turned on its ear and retold in the only way it can be-- as a musical. A singing chorus of floppy-eared lambs narrates the action; Buffalo Bill gleefully dances a hoedown while kidnapping hapless Catherine Martin; and even Dr. Lecter, scary as ever, sings about the life he'd like to lead someday outside the prison walls.



Fueled by a rabid cult following since the songs debuted online in 2002, SILENCE! was expanded into a live stage show and shattered every box-office record at the 2005 FringeNYC Festival. Winner of the NYCFringe's Best Musical Award, SILENCE! The Musical combines whip-smart dialogue and shocking songs to make a musical parody of The Silence of the Lambs that's sure to be popular with seasoned fans of the movie and FBI rookies alike.


Silence! The Musical - 2011 - Off-Broadway Cast

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SILENCE! to Play Revised Schedule This Weekend
by Kelsey Denette - March 20, 2013


SILENCE! The Musical will be playing a revised schedule this coming weekend with performances Saturday at 2 & 8 PM and Sunday at 3PM at the Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square.

SILENCE! to Add Sunday Performances Beginning March 17
by Kelsey Denette - March 14, 2013


SILENCE! The Musical is adding Sunday performances beginning this weekend, kicking off its new Spring schedule. Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run at the end of 2012, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records held by the show. Subsequently, the producers determined that the production would reopen on January 19th. After opening initially at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre which was constructed especially for the show.

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Extends Run at the Elektra Theatre Through 5/26
by Kelsey Denette - February 28, 2013


Due to overwhelming demand, the producers of SILENCE! The Musical today put a new block of seats on sale through May 26th.

STAGE TUBE: SILENCE! THE MUSICAL's 'The History of Dance' Backstage Documentary
by Stage Tube - February 25, 2013


After the roaring success of their first music video 'Vermin in My Boots!!,' the entire company of SILENCE! The Musical recently unveiled their second hilarious cinematic effort 'The History of Dance'. Watch it below!

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Announces Spring Schedule
by Kelsey Denette - February 21, 2013


Effective March 17th Silence! The Musical is adding Sunday matinees to its weekly playing schedule. Showtimes vary slightly, so please check www.SilenceTheMusical for schedule.

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Plays Holiday Performance Today at Elektra Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2013


SILENCE! The Musical will play a special holiday weekend performance today, February 17th at 5 PM at the Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square

SILENCE!, COUGAR and More Join Off-Broadway Panel Discussion at Snapple Theater Today
by BWW News Desk - February 3, 2013


The Off Broadway Alliance, the organization of Off Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing firms, will hold another in its series of seminars focused on the culture, business and history of Off Broadway today, February 3rd.

SILENCE!, COUGAR and More Join Off-Broadway Panel Discussion at Snapple Theater, 2/3
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2013


The Off Broadway Alliance, the organization of Off Broadway producers, theaters, general managers, press agents, and marketing firms, will hold another in its series of seminars focused on the culture, business and history of Off Broadway this Sunday, February 3rd.

Photo Flash: First Look at Sean McDermott as 'Hannibal Lecter' in SILENCE! THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013


Due to popular demand, SILENCE! The Musical resumed performances on January 19th at the Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square. Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records held by the show. As a result, the producers determined that the smash hit musical would reopen on January 19th, starring Sean McDermott as 'Hannibal Lecter'. Check out photos of the actor onstage below!

Jeffrey Kuhn Joins the Cast of SILENCE! This Friday
by Kelsey Denette - January 23, 2013


Beginning this Friday, January 25th, Jeffrey Kuhn will assume the role of Dr. Hannibal Lecter's nemesis, Dr. Chilton, in Off-Broadway's smash hit SILENCE! The Musical. Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records held by the show. As a result, the producers determined that the smash hit show would reopen on January 19th. After opening at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre which was constructed especially for the show.

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Plays Special Holiday Performance Today
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2013


SILENCE! The Musical will play a special holiday weekend performance today, January 20th at 5 PM at the Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square.

Photo Coverage: Pamela Bob and Sean McDermott in Rehearsal for SILENCE! THE MUSICAL
by Walter McBride - January 19, 2013


Silence! The Musical resumes performances today, January 19th, at the Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! opened at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011, and spawned a highly successful L.A. production starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of Pamela Bob and Sean McDermott in rehearsal for SILENCE! below!

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Resumes Off-Broadway Today
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2013


Following the announcement that SILENCE! The Musical would be ending its long run on December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records for the show so far. As a result, the producers determined that performances of the smash hit show will resume after a brief hiatus today, January 19th, at the Elektra Theatre, 669 Eighth Avenue (at 42nd St.).

SILENCE! Resumes Performances Tomorrow at the Elektra Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - January 18, 2013


Due to popular demand, SILENCE! The Musical will resume performances tomorrow, January 19th at the Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square. Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records for the show so far. As a result, the producers determined that the smash hit show will reopen on January 19th. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! opened at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews and spawned a highly successful L.A. production starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin.

Stephen Hanna Returns to SILENCE! This Saturday
by Kelsey Denette - January 16, 2013


Beginning this Saturday, January 19th, Stephen Hanna will return to the role of Dream Hannibal in Off-Broadway's sellout sensation SILENCE! The Musical at the new Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square. Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records for the show so far. As a result, the producers determined that performances of the smash hit show will resume on January 19th. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! opened at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews and spawned a highly successful L.A. production starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin.

Sean McDermott Joins SILENCE! THE MUSICAL, 1/19
by Kelsey Denette - January 14, 2013


Beginning this Saturday, January 19th, Broadway favorite Sean McDermott will star as serial killer Hannibal Lecter in Off-Broadway's smash hit SILENCE! The Musical. Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records for the show so far. As a result, the producers determined that performances of the smash hit show will resume after a brief hiatus on January 19th.

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Concludes 2012 Run Tonight, Resumes Jan 19
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2012


SILENCE! The Musical will conclude its current run tonight at the Elektra Theatre, 669 Eighth Avenue (at 42nd St.) Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run today, December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records for the show so far. As a result, the producers determined that performances of the smash hit show will resume after a brief hiatus on January 19th.

STAGE TUBE: SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Debuts 'Vermin in My Boots' Video
by Kelsey Denette - December 27, 2012


A brand new music video starring Ronica Reddick and the entire company of SILENCE! The Musical has just made its debut on YouTube. Entitled Vermin in My Boots!!, the video can be viewed below!

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Plays Holiday Matinee Today
by Kelsey Denette - December 26, 2012


SILENCE! The Musical will play a special added matinee performance today, December 26th at 2 PM at the Elektra Theatre. Following the announcement that SILENCE! would be ending its long run on December 30th, ticket sales unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records for the show so far. As a result, the producers have determined that performances of the smash hit show will resume after a brief hiatus on January 18th. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! opened at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews and spawned a highly successful L.A. production starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin.

SILENCE! The Musical Will Resume Performance 1/18 Following 12/30 Announced Closing Date
by Kelsey Denette - December 21, 2012


After announcing that SILENCE! The Musical will end its run December 30th at the Elektra Theatre, ticket sales have unexpectedly soared, shattering all previous box office records for the show so far. As a result, the producers have determined that performances of the smash hit show will resume on January 18th. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! opened at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews and spawned a highly successful L.A. production starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin.

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Plays Holiday Matinee, 12/26
by Kelsey Denette - December 19, 2012


SILENCE! The Musical will play a special added matinee performance next Wednesday, December 26th at 2 PM at the Elektra Theatre.

SILENCE! Enters Final Three Weeks Off-Broadway
by Kelsey Denette - December 13, 2012


SILENCE! The Musical will end its-month run Sunday evening, December 30th at the Elektra Theatre. The production will have played a total of 447 performances and eight previews. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! opened at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews and spawned a highly successful L.A. production starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin.

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL Closes Today at Hayworth Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 9, 2012


The Los Angeles Company of the Off-Broadway smash hit Silence! The Musical at the Hayworth Theatre ends its run today, December 9, 2012.

SILENCE! The Musical Enters Final Four Weeks of Performances
by Kelsey Denette - December 5, 2012


SILENCE! The Musical will end its 18-month run Sunday evening, December 30th at the Elektra Theatre. The production will have played a total of 447 performances and eight previews. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! spawned an L.A. production, which is currently running through this Sunday, December 9th at the Hayworth Theatre starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin.

SILENCE! THE MUSICAL to End Run December 30
by Kelsey Denette - November 27, 2012


SILENCE! The Musical will end its 18-month run Sunday evening, December 30th at the Elektra Theatre. The production will have played a total of 447 performances and eight previews. Originally announced as a strictly limited engagement through August 13, 2011, SILENCE! was extended numerous times by popular demand and transferred theatres twice, ultimately landing at the new Elektra Theatre in the heart of Times Square, which was constructed especially for the show. SILENCE! opened at Theatre 80 on July 9, 2011 to unanimous rave reviews and spawned a highly successful L.A. production, which is currently running through December 9th at the Hayworth Theatre starring Davis Gaines and Christine Lakin.

Silence! The Musical History

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Silence! The Musical - 2011 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

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2012 Best New Musical 0
2012 The Lortels Outstanding Choreographer Christopher Gattelli
2012 The Lortels Outstanding Musical 0

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