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Ages: 6+
Opened: January 15, 2015
Closing: April 05, 2015

Honeymoon in Vegas - 2014 Broadway History , Info & More

Nederlander Theatre (Broadway)
208 W. 41st St. New York, NY 10036

The glitz of Sin City meets the razzle-dazzle of Broadway in HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, the new musical that Ben Brantley of The New York Times calls "A classic, with a revelation of a score," cheering "You know you're listening to the sound of success."

Honeymoon in Vegas tells the story of Jack Singer, a regular guy with an extreme fear of marriage. When his girlfriend Betsy puts the pressure on, Jack finally pops the question and they head to Sin City for a whirlwind wedding weekend. But when Vegas wise guy Tommy Korman catches a glimpse of the stunning bride-to-be, and notices her uncanny resemblance to his late wife, he does everything possible to break up the romance and get his own second chance at love.

Stage and screen star Tony Danza ("Who's the Boss?," "Taxi"), Tony nominee Rob McClure (Chaplin), and Brynn O'Malley (Annie) star in this uproarious Broadway premiere with a book by Andrew Bergman (screenwriter of the hit film Honeymoon in Vegas), music by Tony winner Jason Robert Brown (The Bridges of Madison County, Parade), direction by Gary Griffin (The Color Purple), and choreography by Denis Jones (Legally Blonde). Bet the house on this insanely funny new musical full of skydiving Elvises, sexy chorus girls, red-hot romance... and really cold feet.


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8 / 10

Honeymoon in Vegas is too damn fun to keep secret. Jason Robert Brown's big and brassy score borrows gleefully from the obvious sources -- Sinatra, Mancini and Liberace -- and splices that swingin' lounge vibe with his own bouncy, wryly neurotic voice...it's a thrill to see his musical craft and depth in the service of so much splendid silliness. Because let's face it: Andrew Bergman's book, which hews closely to the bones of his 1992 screenplay, is goofy stuff...But it's very funny...The cast is superb, and what Danza lacks in strong vocal chops he makes up for in charm and characterful crooning. Gary Griffin's frisky staging abounds in sight gags and gorgeous chorus girls. In terms of sheer bubbly fun, Honeymoon ranks up there with some of my favorite new musical comedies on the job The Full Monty, Hairspray or In the Heights, and recent ones The Book of Mormon and A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. Broadway may be a crapshoot, but Honeymoon hits the jackpot.

Theater Review: Does Honeymoon in Vegas Make the Jump?
7 / 10

So Honeymoon in Vegas turns out to depend on the one element that wasn't part of the original property: the score. (The movie's soundtrack is mostly covers of Elvis hits.) Brown was the perfect choice for the job, one of the vanishingly small breed of post-Sondheim theater composers who are more than just post-Sondheims. Like the master, he's a musical dramatist, but his song models are poppier and here sound great in arrangements and orchestrations (by several hands, including his own) that recall both mid-century MGM and Nelson Riddle's Capitol years. But the gift of superb pastiche cuts two ways, and the reason Brown has not had a financial hit in all of his worthy Broadway at-bats (Parade, 13, The Bridges of Madison County) may be related to the reason his score for Vegas can't completely rescue the icky raw material. We are still awaiting the fullest expression of his own voice, not the one he must force through other people's stories.

Tony Danza and HONEYMOON IN VEGAS Cast Set for This Week's BROADWAY SESSIONS
by BWW News Desk - March 2, 2015


This Thursday, March 5th, Broadway Sessions welcomes Tony Danza and cast members from Honeymoon in Vegas and more.

Tony Danza & More Join 92Y's HONEYMOON IN VEGAS Event, 3/15
by Tyler Peterson - March 2, 2015


Fresh off his Tony Award for The Bridges of Madison County, superstar composer-lyricist Jason Robert Brown is back with a new, Sin City-set musical, Honeymoon in Vegas-which just opened on Broadway to rave reviews. Featuring screen star Tony Danza and Tony nominee Rob McClure (Chaplin), the glitzy show boasts Brown's "revelation of a score" (The New York Times) and a hilarious book by Andrew Bergman, writer of the cult-classic 1992 movie. Enjoy performances and hear from the cast and creative team about this razzle-dazzle tale of love, gambling - and skydiving Elvises.

Photo Flash: George Takei, Jason Alexander and Bonnie Wright Get Lei'd at HONEYMOON IN VEGAS
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2015


George Takei, Jason Alexander and Bonnie Wright all got lei'd at Broadway's Honeymoon in Vegas this weekend - scroll down for photos of the stars backstage!

Photo Flash: Fans Double Date with HONEYMOON IN VEGAS' Rob McClure & Brynn O'Malley!
by Tyler Peterson - February 17, 2015


Johanna Barr and Joe Pikowski, a lucky young couple, found themselves on a double-date with Broadway's newest 'newlyweds,' Rob McClure and Brynn O'Malley of Honeymoon in Vegas. Immediately following the Valentine's Day matinee, Tony Danza instructed audience members to look under their seats for a special Valentine's Day heart. Having found the heart, the two were whisked away for a fun double-date at Wolfgang's Steakhouse in midtown.

Photo Flash: Joel Grey Gets Lei'd Backstage at HONEYMOON IN VEGAS on Broadway!
by Tyler Peterson - February 13, 2015


Also backstage was theatre luminary Joel Grey. The Tony, Oscar, and Golden Globe Award-winner became the latest celebrity to be lei'd by Honeymooncast members. Grey was delighted when McClure and O'Malley surprised him with a traditional Hawaiian lei in celebration of Valentine's Day.

Photo Flash: Stephen Sondheim Stops by The Nederlander for HONEYMOON IN VEGAS' Valentine's Festivities!
by Tyler Peterson - February 12, 2015


Audience members, including multiple Tony, Oscar, Grammy, and Pulitzer Prize Award-winning composer Stephen Sondheim, got lei'd last night at Broadway's newest critical smash hit musical, Honeymoon in Vegas. In celebration of Valentine's Day week, lovers of Broadway were treated to complimentary Hawaiian Leis and Mai Tais as they entered the Nederlander Theatre. Cast members Catherine Ricafort ('Mahi') and Raymond J. Lee greeted Sondheim before the Wednesday evening performance of Honeymoon in Vegas which transports the audience from Brooklyn, to Vegas, Hawaii, and back again.

Broadway's HONEYMOON IN VEGAS to Celebrate Valentine's Day This Week with Audience Surprises
by Tyler Peterson - February 11, 2015


Tony Danza and the cast of Honeymoon in Vegas will celebrate Valentine's Day all week at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 W 41st Street) with a lovely array of surprises for audience members Wednesday, February 11 through Saturday, February 14, 2015. Directed by Gary Griffin, and featuring a book by Andrew Bergman and score by three-time Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown, Honeymoon in Vegas opened on Broadway January 15, 2015.

TV Exclusive: Go Inside Opening Night of HONEYMOON IN VEGAS with Tony Danza & More!
by TV - Opening Night Special - February 6, 2015


Honeymoon in Vegas, the new musical comedy with book by Blazing Saddles and Fletch writer Andrew Bergman and score by three-time Tony Award-winnerJason Robert Brown, opened on January 15th at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Below, BroadwayWorld brings you an exclusive behind the scenes look at opening night!

Industry Insight: Press Agent Switcheroo for HONEYMOON IN VEGAS
by Nicole Rosky - January 30, 2015


Now according to the New York Post, similar drama is going down at Broadway's Honeymoon in Vegas. Michael Riedel revealed that Miramontez's O&M will soon take over tor the musical, which has been recently struggling at the box office, after press firm Boneau/Bryan-Brown resigned from the project. He writes: 'It didn't take Miramontez long to recover from Harvey's lashing. This week he joined 'Honeymoon in Vegas' after the veteran p.r. firm Boneau/Bryan-Brown resigned.'

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- HONEYMOON IN VEGAS' Matthew Saldivar
by BWW Staff - January 30, 2015


In this week's edition, we caught up with Matthew Saldivar, who is starring as 'Johnny Sandwich' in Honeymoon in Vegas- currently playing at the Nederlander Theatre.

DVR Alert: HONEYMOON IN VEGAS' Tony Danza to Visit CBS's LATE LATE SHOW Tomorrow Night
by Nicole Rosky - January 26, 2015


CBS has announced that HONEYMOON IN VEGAS star Tony Danza and IT'S ONLY A PLAY's Martin Short will guest on THE LATE LATE SHOW on Monday, January 26.

DVR Alert: Tony Danza, Martin Short Visit CBS's LATE LATE SHOW Tonight
by TV News Desk - January 26, 2015


CBS has announced that Honeymoon in Vegas star Tony Danza and IT'S ONLY A PLAY's Martin Short will guest on THE LATE LATE SHOW tonight, January 26. Regis Philbin will serve as guest host for the broadcast which will also welcome Alan Alsa and Susan Sarandon.

VIDEO: HONEYMOON IN VEGAS Cast Perform 'Higher Love' on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - January 22, 2015


Rob McClure and the flying Elvii from Broadway's HONEYMOON IN VEGAS stopped by this morning's Today to perform the show's '11th Hour Number', 'Higher Love.'

DVR Alert: Tony Danza & Cast of HONEYMOON IN VEGAS Perform on This Morning's TODAY
by TV News Desk - January 22, 2015


NBC has announced that Tony Danza and the cast of Broadway's Honeymoon in Vegas will perform on this morning's TODAY.

In Performance Video: HONEYMOON IN VEGAS' Tony Danza Performs 'A Little Luck'
by Caryn Robbins - January 20, 2015


In today's New York Times In Performance video, Tony Danza performs the number "A Little Luck" from the new Broadway musical HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, accompanied on piano by the show's composer, Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown.

Photo Coverage: Inside the HONEYMOON IN VEGAS Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - January 17, 2015


Honeymoon in Vegas, the eagerly anticipated new musical comedy with book by Blazing Saddles and Fletch writer Andrew Bergman and score by three-time Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown, opened on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the opening night festivities, including the sacred Gypsy Robe Ceremony. Check out photos of the event below!

FREEZE FRAME: Tony Danza Celebrates Opening Night of HONEYMOON IN VEGAS
by Walter McBride - January 19, 2015


Honeymoon in Vegas, the eagerly anticipated new musical comedy with book by Blazing Saddles and Fletch writer Andrew Bergman and score by three-time Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown, opened just last week, January 15, 2015 at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Below, check out a photo of Tony Danza as he celebrates on opening night!

TV: Chatting with Rob McClure, Brynn O'Malley, Tony Danza and More on Opening Night of HONEYMOON IN VEGAS!
by TV - Opening Night Special - January 17, 2015


Honeymoon in Vegas, the eagerly anticipated new musical comedy with book by Blazing Saddles and Fletch writer Andrew Bergman and score by three-time Tony Award-winnerJason Robert Brown, opened on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). BroadwayWorld 's Richard Ridge was there for opening night, and below, you can check out interviews with McClure, O'Malley, Danza, Opel, Saldivar and more!

BWW Interviews: Rob McClure and Brynn O'Malley Talk HONEYMOON IN VEGAS
by Caryn Robbins - January 18, 2015


Today, McClure and O'Malley speak exclusively with BWW about these well-intentioned characters who are thrust into the most extraordinary circumstances, yet still find a way to make true love prevail.

Photo Coverage: On the Red Carpet for HONEYMOON IN VEGAS' Opening Night!
by Walter McBride - January 16, 2015


Honeymoon in Vegas, the eagerly anticipated new musical comedy with book by Blazing Saddles and Fletch writer Andrew Bergman and score by three-time Tony Award-winnerJason Robert Brown, opened last night, January 15, 2015 at Broadway's Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the red carpet below!

Honeymoon in Vegas FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Honeymoon in Vegas and what's the order?
Overture
I Love Betsy
Never Get Married
Anywhere But Here
When You Say Vegas
Out Of The sun
The Invitation/Forever Starts Tonight
Come To An Agreement
Do Something
Entreacte
Hawaii/Waiting For You
Everyday is Happy in Hawii
Friki-Friki
You Made The Wait Worthwhile
A Little Luck
The Garden Of Disappointed Mothers
Isn't That Enough
Airport Song
Higher Love
I've Been Thinking
Elvii in Flight
Honeymoon In Vegas/Finale

Honeymoon in Vegas History

Other Productions of Honeymoon in Vegas

2014   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2017   West End West End Concert Production at London Palladium
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Honeymoon in Vegas - 2014 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Nancy Opel
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Jason Robert Brown
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Jason Robert Brown
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Don Sebesky
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Larry Blank
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Jason Robert Brown
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Charlie Rosen
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Scott Lehrer
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Drew Levy
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Rob McClure

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