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Ages: 6+
Opened: October 16, 2014
Closing: September 06, 2015

On The Town - 2014 Broadway History , Info & More

Lyric Theatre (Broadway)
214 W. 43rd St. New York, NY

This fall, one of America's greatest musical comedies is docking at Broadway's beautifully restored Lyric Theatre in the heart of Times Square! With the biggest orchestra on Broadway and a 30-member cast of New York's most talented singers and dancers, ON THE TOWN tells the story of three wide-eyed sailors on a whirlwind musical tour of the city that never sleeps. With just 24 hours of shore leave, they're eager to experience all that New York City has to offer... including a chance to discover love with the girl of their dreams.

Directed by Tony winner JOHN RANDO (Urinetown, A Christmas Story) and choreographed by Emmy winner JOSHUA BERGASSE ("Smash"), this big, brassy musical comedy features a beloved LEONARD BERNSTEIN score, lyrics by COMDEN AND GREEN, and breathtaking dancing inspired by the original JEROME ROBBINS choreography. Arriving on Broadway following a critically acclaimed out-of-town run, ON THE TOWN is "one of those rare revivals that remind us what a hit show was originally all about" (The New York Times). Come see what all the buzz is about, and spend a spectacular evening...ON THE TOWN!


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‘On the Town’: Theater review
8 / 10

Three footloose sailors aren't the only ones who get lucky in 'On the Town.' The audience does, too. Director John Rando has assembled a great cast for this fizzy and frisky revival...Tracing a tale of World War II tars on leave in the big city, the production feels like a big, juicy kiss...The whole cast is excellent, but Yazbeck (center) is a standout. Rando ('Urinetown') mines the script for all its boisterous humor and smartly makes space for hushed interludes...Choreographer Joshua Bergasse keeps the fleet of agile and athletic dancers leaping, kicking and spinning like a top. The cast is top-to-bottom excellent. In sailor suits and stipped to their skivvies, Johnson and Alves are adorable and able-bodied. Umphress adds sass and brass as the go-for-it taxi driver, and Stanley is delicious as the oversexed scientist. Jackie Hoffman is a hoot-and-a-half playing a boozy voice teacher and a few more small roles...it's a helluva entertainment.

Broadway Review: ‘On the Town’
8 / 10

'On the Town' is back on Broadway, and whaddya know, it's still a helluva show. Helmer John Rando (who directed the musical at Barrington Stage last year) has given the kid-glove treatment to this 1944 musical salute to New York...Joshua Bergasse's choreography, classic in design and elegant in form, pays its respects to Jerome Robbins' groundbreaking choreography, and although the young and vital cast is light on acting chops, the dancing is sensational.

Breaking News: ON THE TOWN Sets Fall Closing Date on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - August 6, 2015


This just in... The Tony Award nominated revival of ON THE TOWN will conclude its run on Broadway on Sunday, September 6 following 28 previews and 368 regular performances, making this the longest-running Broadway production of the show since the 1944 original.

Photo Coverage: A Helluva Guy- ON THE TOWN's Tony Yazbeck Honored with Sardi's Caricature
by Walter McBride - August 5, 2015


Just yesterday, Tony Yazbeck was honored at the legendary Sardi's Restaurant with his very own portrait.Yazbeck earned 2015 Tony Award, Drama League Award and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations as well as the 2015 Astaire Award, for his portrayal of 'Gabey' in the hit Broadway revival of ON THE TOWN. His other Broadway credits include Chicago (Billy Flynn), Irving Berlin's White Christmas (Phil Davis), Gypsywith Patti LuPone (Tulsa, Outer Critics Circle nom.), A Chorus Line (Al), Oklahoma!, Never Gonna Dance, and Gypsy with Tyne Daly.

NYC Ballet Soloist Georgina Pazcoguin Will Succeed Megan Fairchild in ON THE TOWN
by Tyler Peterson - August 4, 2015


New York City Ballet principal dancer and Theatre World Award Winner Megan Fairchild will depart the Broadway revival of ON THE TOWN on August 9 to return to the NYC Ballet. Fairchild will be succeeded by New York City Ballet soloist Georgina Pazcoguin, who will step into the role of 'Ivy Smith' for performances from August 11 - 23. Beginning August 25,Misty Copeland will make her Broadway debut as 'Ivy Smith' for 12 performances only, through September 6.

STAGE TUBE: Watch Tony Yazbeck & Megan Fairchild Dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet in ON THE TOWN!
by Nicole Rosky - August 3, 2015


Below, watch as Tony nominee Tony Yazbeck and Megan Fairchild dance the 'Great Lover' Ballet from Act 2!

TV: A Helluva Trio - ON THE TOWN Performs at Bryant Park!
by BroadwayWorld TV - July 30, 2015


Click below to watch the stars of ON THE TOWN sing 'New York, New York' and more at BROADWAY IN BRYANT PARK!

VIDEO: ON THE TOWN Cast Members Sing ABC's 'World News Now' in the Style of a Polka
by Sally Henry Fuller - July 26, 2015


Cast members from ON THE TOWN recently stopped by ABC-TV to sing 'The World News Polka,' accompanied by an accordion. Watch the humorous performance- complete with sock puppets- below!

Meet New ON THE TOWN Star and Prima Ballerina Misty Copeland!
by Jessica Showers - July 6, 2015


As BroadwayWorld reported earlier today, on the heels of being named the first female African-American principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre, Misty Copeland will be joining the cast of Broadway's On The Town next month. In honor of her Broadway debut, BroadwayWorld brings you a video roundup of the prima ballerina's past performances!

Breaking News: American Ballet Theatre's Misty Copeland to Join Cast of ON THE TOWN in August
by Matt Tamanini - July 5, 2015


On the heels of being named the first female African-American principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre, The New York Times is reporting that Misty Copeland will be joining the cast of Broadway's ON THE TOWN next month. After New York City Ballet principal dancer Megan Fairchild departs the show, Copeland will take over the role of Ivy for two weeks, beginning August 25th. 

BWW Interview: Robbie and Megan Fairchild Talk Awards Season, Broadway vs. Ballet, and More!
by Sally Henry - July 4, 2015


What's better than becoming a principal dancer in the NYC Ballet and then scoring a major role on Broadway? Doing it all with your brother or sister.

Photo Flash Exclusive: Ladies of Broadway's ON THE TOWN Pose for New Pin-Up Shots
by Tyler Peterson - June 16, 2015


Some of the ON THE TOWN ensemble ladies, including Lori Ann Ferreri, Eloise Kropp, Skye Mattox, and Holly Ann Butler, recently took part in a 1940spin-up photo shoot, inspired by the the Broadway revival. BroadwayWorld brings you an exclusive look below!

VIDEO: Tony Yazbeck & Cast of ON THE TOWN Perform on TONYS
by Caryn Robbins - June 8, 2015


Tony nominated Tony Yazbeck and the cast of ON THE TOWN were among the performances on last night's show. Watch the appearance below!

TV: ON THE TOWN Cast Sings of 'New York, New York' in Shubert Alley!
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2015


STARS IN THE ALLEY, presented by United Airlines, was held earlier today, May 27th in Shubert Alley, between Broadway and 8th Avenue and 44th and 45th Streets. Hosted by HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH's Darren Criss, Broadway's best turned out for the annual performance - including the cast of On the Town, who performed 'New York, New York'- check it out below!

ON THE TOWN Launches Online Ticketing Reservation System
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2015


The 2015 Tony nominated musical On The Town announced today a brand new online reservation system, allowing for an online seat reservation prior to a ticket purchase. Beginning Friday, May 22, ticket-buyers can go to OnTheTownBroadway.com and reserve their tickets, at no charge, for an upcoming performance. Once the reservation is complete, the tickets can be paid for at the Lyric Theatre Box Office (213 West 42nd Street) up until one hour prior to curtain.

BWW Interview: Tony Yazbeck on ON THE TOWN- 'It's a Nice, Beautiful Surprise'
by Richard Ridge - May 20, 2015


Richard Ridge of 'Backstage with Richard Ridge' recently sat down with 2015 Tony nominee for On The Town, Tony Yazbeck, to discuss how things are going at the Lyric Theatre, what playing this role means to him, and so much more! Check out a sneak peek of the interview below in which Yazbeck discuss his connection with the role of Gabey and what it has been like to be a part of this incredible revival. Check back Saturday morning to watch the full interview!

VIDEO: ON THE TOWN Cast Performs 'New York, New York' on 'Today'
by Caryn Robbins - May 18, 2015


The cast of Broadway's Tony-nominated musical ON THE TOWN stopped by this morning's TODAY to perform the number 'New York, New York.' Watch the appearance below!

DVR Alert - Cast of Broadway's ON THE TOWN to Perform on NBC's 'Today', 5/18
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2015


NBC has announced that the cast of Broadway's ON THE TOWN will perform live on the plaza on Monday May 18th.

ON THE TOWN Returns to the Lyric Theatre This Afternoon!
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2015


Nominated for four 2015 Tony Awards, On the Town is still going strong at the Lyric Theatre, but performances May 7-12 were canceled so that the theatre could host NYC upfronts for Univision Communications Inc. Performances will resume this afternoon at 2pm, May 13. Welcome back to the ship!

TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE WITH RICHARD RIDGE- Tonys Special with 2015 Nominee Tony Yazbeck!
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2015


Welcome to BWW's exclusive talk show, BACKSTAGE WITH Richard Ridge. Follow Richard as he visits the theater's best and brightest in their dressing rooms, on their stages and favorite hang outs to talk about their lives, careers and all of the things you don't know, but want to know. In the special interview below, Richard welcomes 2015 Tony nominee for On the Town- Tony Yazbeck. Watch as they discuss how things are going at the Lyric Theatre, what playing this role means to him, and so much more!

ON THE TOWN Cast to Celebrate Betty Comden at 71st Annual Theatre World Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2015


The 71st Annual Theatre World Awards -- the first award created in 1945 to recognize a debut theatre performance on or off-Broadway -- will be honoring the legacy of Betty Comden and ON THE TOWN with a special recognition for "Outstanding Contribution to the Theatre World." The 71st Annual Theatre World Awards will take place on Monday, June 1, 2015 at Broadway's Lyric Theatre (213 W. 42nd St, New York, NY 10036).    

On The Town FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in On The Town and what's the order?
I Feel Like I'm Not Out of Bed Yet
New York, New York
Miss Turnstiles
Come Up to My Place
I Get Carried Away
Lonely Town
High School Girls
Lonely Town (Chorale)
Do, Re, Do
I Can Cook
Lucky to Be Me
Sailors on the Town
So Long
I'm Blue
Ya Got Me
Slam Bang Blues
I Understand
Subway to Coney Island
Dance of the Great Lover
Pas de Deux
Some Other Time
Coney Island
Gabey's Comin'
Lonely Me
Say When
I'm Afraid It's Love
Another Love
It's Gotta Be Bad to Be Good
The Intermission's Great
Ain't Got No Tears Left
Dream With Me
Prehistoric Man
When You Walk Down Mainstreet with Me
You're Awful
Count on Me
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On The Town History

Other Productions of On The Town

1944   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1959   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1963   West End London Revival
West End
1971   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1992   West End London Concert Revival
West End
1997   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival
Off-Broadway
1997   Off-Broadway
Off-Broadway
1998   Broadway Broadway Transfer Production
Broadway
2005   West End English National Opera Production
West End
2005   Los Angeles Reprise! Concert
Los Angeles
2007   West End Return Engagement [ENO Production]
West End
2008   Off-Broadway Encores! Concert
Off-Broadway
2014   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   West End Regent's Open Air Revival
West End

On The Town - 2014 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Joshua Bergasse
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Elizabeth Stanley
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical On the Town
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Tony Yazbeck
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical On the Town
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Tony Yazbeck
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Joshua Bergasse
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Megan Fairchild
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical On the Town
2015 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Award Megan Fairchild
2015 Tony Awards Best Choreography Joshua Bergasse
2015 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical John Rando
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Tony Yazbeck
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Michael Rubenstein
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Terry/Louise/Chris Lingner
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Brunish & Trinchero
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Stephanie Rosenberg
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Laruffa & Hinderliter
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Rubinstein/Hadleman
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Lizabeth Bintz
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Riki Kane Larimer
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical 24 Hour Adventure Production
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical A&A Gordon
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Matt Ross
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Ben Feldman
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Pamela Cooper
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Barrington Stage Company
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Kim Schall
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Bryan Weingarten
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Margie Weingarten
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Ambassador Theatre Group
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Mahoney/Alden/Badway
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Michael J. Moritz, Jr.
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Nigel Lythgoe
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Paula Marie Black
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jack W. Batman
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Bruce Robert Harris
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Severn Partners Entertainment
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Janet Kagan
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Howard Kagan
2015 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical On the Town

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