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Ages: 10+
Opened: April 4, 2023
Closing: January 14, 2024

Shucked - 2023 Broadway History , Info & More


What do you get when you pair a semi-neurotic, New York comedy writer with two music superstars from Nashville? A hilarious and audacious farm-to-fable musical about the one thing Americans everywhere can't get enough of: corn. Shucked is the new musical comedy that proves sometimes tearing down a few walls, rather than growing them, is the only way to preserve our way of life. Shucked is about to turn Broadway on its ear and offer a kernel of hope for our divided nation. The new original musical comedy features a book by Robert Horn and score by the Nashville songwriting team of Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally.


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‘Shucked’ review: Broadway’s best and funniest new musical
9 / 10

The Southern comfort show, with a tuneful country score by Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally and a superb book by Robert Horn, is just so damn funny. If any of the outrageous yokel characters open their mouths to do anything but sing, 99% of the time they will deliver a winning joke or pun. The receptive audience sits in a state of perpetual giggle, with heads bobbing up and down like buoys.

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9 / 10

While the lyrics sometimes lack the rigor of the best Broadway songwriting—the word “Tampa” is forced into shotgun rhymes with “camera,” “plasma” and “extravaganza”—the songs mostly hit the spot, and the show knows how to sell them. Director Jack O’Brien and choreographer Sarah O’Gleby set the show’s winking tone in an opening number that nods to Michael Bennett and Tommy Tune, and roll out the barrels later on for the Seven Brides for Seven Brothers–style showstopper “The Best Man Wins.” Innerbichler acts and sings with winsome lucidity, and the limber-voiced Durant scores with Beau’s hurt-but-defiant “Somebody Will.” But Newell ignites the show’s real barn burner: “Independently Owned,” in which hooch mama Lulu declares her autonomy and Newell, as in Once on This Island, soars to stratospheric vocal heights with unperturbed poise. (When I saw the show, the song earned a partial standing ovation in the middle of Act I.) The show’s most valuable player, however, is book writer Robert Horn, who won a Tony for his similar Tootsie role and who stuffs Shucked’s script with laugh-out-loud puns and one-liners.

Video: Reba McEntire Lends Her Voice to New TV Spot For SHUCKED the Musical
by Stephi Wild - September 29, 2023


Reba McEntire has lent her voice to a a new TV spot for Shucked, a musical she’s otherwise unaffiliated with. Check out the video here!

SHUCKED Cast Will Perform at a Pop Up Event This Evening
by Stephi Wild - September 22, 2023


Cast members from Shucked will perform at a special event at Pop Up Grocer, in partnership with a new snack, Pipcorn.

Isabella McCalla Joins SHUCKED Earlier Than Planned
by Stephi Wild - September 7, 2023


Isabella McCalla made her debut in Shucked earlier than planned! McCalla was set to begin performances as Maizy on September 8, but made her debut on September 6, according to an Instagram post. Learn more about Shucked here!

Video: Isabelle McCalla Gears Up For Her SHUCKED On Broadway Debut!
by A.A. Cristi - September 6, 2023


Isabelle McCalla, who has originated roles in The Prom, Hercules, and Water For Elephants, will begin performances as ‘Maizy,’ the small-town girl with medium-sized city dreams, in Shucked, Broadway’s homegrown hit musical comedy, on Friday, September 8 at the Nederlander Theatre. Get your first look at Isabelle in rehearsal in the video below as she prepares for her Cobb County debut!

SHUCKED Pauses Stage Dooring Due to Rising Covid-19 Cases
by Blair Ingenthron - August 26, 2023


Shucked will be pausing all stage dooring until further notice, according to an announcement made via Instagram stories on Wednesday. The post read: 'In an abundance of caution all post-show stage door activities at Shucked have been paused until further notice. We appreciate your support and can't wait to see you at the Nederlander soon.'

SHUCKED on Broadway- A Complete Guide
by Sidney Paterra - August 23, 2023


Looking for all the latest info on one of Broadway's hottest shows? BroadwayWorld has the full scoop on everything that you need to know about Shucked on Broadway. Check out all the details!

Video: Alex Newell Reveals How They Relate to Their SHUCKED Character CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - August 1, 2023


Alex Newell appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss their Tony-winning performance in Shucked on Broadway. Newell also discussed growing up inspired by Nell Carter, what the live audience adds to Shucked, not wanting to be a role model, and more. Watch the complete interview video now!

Video: Watch Alex Newell Perform 'Independently Owned' From SHUCKED on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - July 31, 2023


Tony winner Alex Newell appeared on The View to perform the 'Independently Owned' from Shucked on Broadway. Before the interview, Newell sat down to discuss their history-making Tony win, 'cackling' to the Shucked script when they first read it, and the standing ovations they receive every night after 'Independently Owned.' Watch the video!

Isabelle McCalla to Join the Cast of SHUCKED as 'Maizy' in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 27, 2023


Isabelle McCalla, who has originated roles in The Prom, Hercules, and Water For Elephants, will begin performances as ‘Maizy,’ the small-town girl with medium-sized city dreams, in Shucked. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Patrick Pacheco to Explore How SHUCKED Became a Hit on THEATER: ALL THE MOVING PARTS
by Michael Major - June 21, 2023


In this new two-part episode of “THEATER: All the Moving Parts” host Patrick Pacheco looks at why “Shucked,” is poised to be the sleeper of the season. On the heels of its nine Tony nominations and one win (Alex Newell), Pacheco speaks with three of the nominees: writer Robert Horn, director Jack O’Brien, and actor Kevin Cahoon.

Video: Kevin Cahoon Interviews SHUCKED Hero, Maizy, On BETWEEN TWO STALKS
by A.A. Cristi - June 15, 2023


Tony-nominee Kevin Cahoon welcomes Shucked's woman of the world, Maizy, for the latest episode of the web chat show, Between Two Stalks. Watch the video below!

Video: SHUCKED Stars Alex Newell and Caroline Innerbichler Perform 'Friends' In New Music Video
by A.A. Cristi - June 9, 2023


Get another look at Broadway's corniest new musical in their latest music video as Tony -nominee Alex Newell and star Caroline Innerbichler sing the touching duet, 'Friends'.

Video: Tariq (aka Corn Kid) Says SHUCKED Should be Crowned Best Musical on National Corn on the Cob Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 8, 2023


Watch Tariq (Aka Corn Kid) share his feelings about This year's Tony Awards taking place on June 11, also known as National Corn on the Cob Day.

SHUCKED is Headed to London Next Year
by Stephi Wild - June 7, 2023


Shucked is headed to London! Earlier today, the U.K.’s pre-eminent producer and theater owner, Cameron Mackintosh, confirmed that Broadway’s new homegrown hit musical comedy (and current contender for nine Tony Awards), Shucked, will open in the West End in 2024.

SHUCKED's Alex Newell Wins 2023 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
by - June 11, 2023


Alex Newell has won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for SHUCKED.

Video: Kevin Cahoon Opens Up About His 29-Year Journey to the Tonys
by Richard Ridge - June 5, 2023


In this video, watch as Tony nominee Kevin Cahoon chats more about his long journey with Shucked, why the theatre community is so important to him, and so much more.

Shucking Around with Ashley D. Kelley: SHUCKED Hits the Recording Studio
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2023


In this video, check out her final vlog, airing exclusively here at BroadwayWorld. In this episode of 'Shucking Around', the cast hits the recording studio to make the cast album- available now!

Video: Alex Newell Performs 'Independently Owned' From SHUCKED on THE VOICE
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2023


Tony Award nominee Alex Newell, who is now starring in Shucked on Broadway, performed 'Independently Owned,' on NBC's 'The Voice' Season 23 finale last night, Monday, May 22. Check out the video here!

Video: Watch Brandy Clark Perform From New Album at SHUCKED Curtain Call
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2023


Watch Brandy Clark give a special performance in celebration of her new album at the Shucked curtain call on Friday, May 19th!

Listen: SHUCKED Songwriter Brandy Clark Drops New Album Produced By Brandi Carlile
by Michael Major - May 19, 2023


The release adds to yet another landmark year for Clark, who is nominated for Best Original Score at the 76th Annual Tony Awards for Shucked, the new musical comedy she composed alongside longtime collaborator, Shane McAnally. Shucked is nominated for nine awards overall at the 2023 ceremony including Best New Musical. 

Shucked FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I get Rush Tickets for Shucked on Broadway?

General Rush
Price: $35
Where: Nederlander Theatre box office on the day of the performance.
Time:  The box office is currently open Monday through Saturday at 10 AM ET. Starting Monday, March 27, the box office will be open Tuesday through Saturday at 10 AM ET and Sunday at 12 PM ET.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Determined at the discretion of the box office. Subject to daily availability.

Does Shucked on Broadway have a daily lottery?

Digital Lottery:
Price:
 $40
Where:  https://lottery.broadwaydirect.com/show/shucked-ny/
When:  Lottery entries for each performance will be accepted starting 8 AM ET the day prior to the performance until 2 PM ET the day prior to the performance.
Limit: Two per customer
Information: Tickets are subject to availability. Lottery seats may be partially obstructed. Limit one entry per person per day. 

How long has Shucked been running on Broadway?
Shucked opened at the Nederlander Theatre (Broadway) on Tuesday Apr 04, 2023 and has now been running for 9 months.

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Shucked - 2023 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Robert Horn
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design of a Musical Tilly Grimes
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical Jack O’Brien
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical Alex Newell
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical Kevin Cahoon
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical Andrew Durand
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Brandy Clark
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Brandy Clark
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Shucked
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Jason Howland
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musical Scott Pask
2023 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design of a Musical John Shivers
2023 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Alex Newell
2023 Drama League Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical Jack O'Brien
2023 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Musical Shucked
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Robert Horn
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical Alex Newell
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical Caroline Innerbichler
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical Shucked
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score Brandy Clark
2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Jason Howland
2023 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Awards Caroline Innerbichler
2023 Theatre World Awards Theatre World Awards Ashley D. Kelley
2023 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Robert Horn
2023 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Jack O'Brien
2023 Tony Awards Best Musical Shucked
2023 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Jason Howland
2023 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Brandy Clark
2023 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Alex Newell
2023 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Kevin Cahoon
2023 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Scott Pask
2023 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical John Shivers

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