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Summer: The Donna Summer Musical 2018 - Articles Page 2

Run Time:
One hours and 45 minutes, with no intermission
Ages: 13+
Opened: April 23, 2018
Closing: December 30, 2018

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical - 2018 Broadway History , Info & More

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

She was a girl from Boston with a voice from heaven, who shot through the stars from gospel choir to dance floor diva. But what the world didn't know was how Donna Summer risked it all to break through barriers, becoming the icon of an era and the inspiration for every music diva who followed.

Tony Award winner LaChanze (The Color Purple), Ariana DeBose (Hamilton, A Bronx Tale) and newcomer Storm Lever play Donna Summer, taking us through her tumultuous life, tempestuous loves and mega-watt musical hits. Spend the night in her electrifying universe.


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TV: Watch New Clips of Tony Nominees Ariana DeBose & LaChanze in SUMMER
by Nicole Rosky - May 2, 2018


The leading ladies of Summer really are hot stuff! Just yesterday, LaChanze and Ariana DeBose earned Tony nominations for their portrayals of the Queen of Disco at different stages in her life. Watch both ladies in action as they perform 'Hot Stuff' and 'MacArthur Park' with fellow Donna, Storm Lever, below!

BWW Exclusive: Listen to 'Hot Stuff' from SUMMER: THE ORIGINAL HITS Album!
by Nicole Rosky - April 27, 2018


Coinciding with the opening of the hit Broadway musical, Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Def Jam/UMe just released Summer: The Original Hits- a catchy collection of her greatest hits. Click here to order today!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Afra Hines Earns the Gypsy Robe for SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL!
by Walter McBride - April 26, 2018


It's Summer in April! Summer officially opened earlier this week at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre and BroadwayWorld at the Gypsy Robe ceremony before the production's opening night performance. We're taking you behind the scenes with recipient Afra Hines below!

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for SUMMER!
by Jennifer Broski - April 24, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opened on Broadway last night, Monday, April 23, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 46th Street. We're taking you to the red carpet below!

Photo Coverage: Inside the Opening Night Cast Party for SUMMER!
by Jennifer Broski - April 24, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opened on Broadway last night, Monday, April 23, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 46th Street. We're taking you inside the cast's opening night party! Check out the pictures below!

TV: This Cast is Hot Stuff! Go Inside Opening Night of SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL!
by TV - Opening Night Special - April 24, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opened on Broadway last night, Monday, April 23, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 46th Street. We're taking you inside the big night with the cast! Watch the video below!

Photo Coverage: The Cast of SUMMER Takes its Opening Night Bows
by Jennifer Broski - April 24, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opened on Broadway last night, Monday, April 23, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 46th Street. Check out photos below of the cast taking their opening night bows!

BWW Review: LaChanze, Ariana DeBose and Storm Lever Share The Title Role in SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL
by Michael Dale - April 24, 2018


'Now, if you want to sing along, you just go right ahead and sing,' the hostess of Broadway's newest musical advises her audience at the top of the show.  'And if you want to dance, go 'head, flail around!'

Video: BroadwayWorld Hits the Red Carpet at Opening Night of SUMMER
by TV - Red Carpets - April 23, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opens tonight at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre! The three actresses who play the role of musical icon Donna Summer are Tony Award winner LaChanze (The Color Purple, Once on This Island) as 'Diva Donna,' Ariana DeBose (A Bronx Tale, Hamilton) as 'Disco Donna' and Storm Lever(Freaky Friday) as 'Duckling Donna.'

TV: Donna Discos to Broadway! Watch Highlights from SUMMER
by Nicole Rosky - April 23, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opens tonight at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre! The three actresses who play the role of musical icon Donna Summer are Tony Award winner LaChanze (The Color Purple, Once on This Island) as 'Diva Donna,' Ariana DeBose (A Bronx Tale, Hamilton) as 'Disco Donna' and Storm Lever(Freaky Friday) as 'Duckling Donna.'

Review Roundup: Did the Critics Think SUMMER Was Hot Stuff? Read the Reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opens on Broadway tonight, Monday, April 23, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 46th Street.

SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical Officially Opens Tonight
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical opens on Broadway tonight, Monday, April 23, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 46th Street.

Photo Flash: Diva, Disco & Duckling Donnas! First Look at SUMMER on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - April 19, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical is currently in previews at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, opening April 23, 2018. The three actresses who play the role of musical icon Donna Summer are Tony Award winner LaChanze (The Color Purple, Once on This Island) as 'Diva Donna,' Ariana DeBose (A Bronx Tale, Hamilton) as 'Disco Donna' and Storm Lever(Freaky Friday) as 'Duckling Donna.'

VIDEO: The Queen is Back! Watch LaChanze and the Cast of SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL on THE TODAY SHOW!
by Macon Prickett - April 16, 2018


The cast of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical performed on the TODAY show this morning! The show is set to open at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway on April 23, 2018.

SUMMER Announces Rush Ticket Policy
by Julie Musbach - March 28, 2018


SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical will offer a limited number of $40 rush tickets beginning with the first performance today, Wednesday, March 28. Rush tickets will be available at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, beginning when the Box Office opens each day.

It's SUMMER Time! Meet the Cast of SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL- Now in Previews!
by Julie Musbach - March 28, 2018


The calendar may say Spring (has anyone told the weather?) but things are heating up on Broadway! Performances begin tonight for Summer: The Donna Summer Musical at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway.

TV: Watch SUMMER Cast Make Final Preparations for Broadway; Previews Begin Tomorrow!
by Nicole Rosky - March 27, 2018


Performances begin tomorrow, Wednesday March 28, for SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical on Broadway. SUMMER will open on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 West 46th Street on April 23, 2018.

Island Def Jam & Universal Music To Honor Donna Summer with Release of SUMMER: THE ORIGINAL HITS
by Macon Prickett - March 26, 2018


On April 20, Island Def Jam/UMe is set to properly fete Donna Summer, the undisputed Queen of Disco and The First Lady of Love, with Summer: The Original Hits. This catchy collection of Summer's greatest hits is a companion to Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, an exciting new Broadway musical based on her rich and storied life. Previews for Summer: The Donna Summer Musical commenced on March 28, 2018, at the legendary Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York City with the official opening on April 23, 2018.

Photo Coverage: The Cast of SUMMER Gives a Preview Performance for the Press
by Walter McBride - March 9, 2018


Summer: The Donna Summer Musical is headed for Broadway! The cast gave the press a preview of what's to come yesterday, and BroadwayWorld captured all the action. Check out the photos below!

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL
by Walter McBride - March 9, 2018


It look's like Summer is coming early! Summer: The Donna Summer Musical is headed for Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on April 23, 2018. Preview performances begin March 28, 2018.

TV: SUMMER Comes Early! Meet the Cast and Catch a Sneak Peek of The Donna Summer Musical!
by Nicole Rosky - March 8, 2018


Summer comes early this year! Summer: The Donna Summer Musical is headed for Broadway and BroadwayWorld has a preview of what's to come. Meet the company and catch a sneak peek of the cast in rehearsal below!

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical History

Other Productions of Summer: The Donna Summer Musical

2017   San Diego, CA (Regional) World Premiere at La Jolla Playhouse
San Diego, CA (Regional)
2018   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2019   US Tour US National Tour
US Tour
2021   US Tour
US Tour

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical - 2018 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2018 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical LaChanze
2018 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Ariana DeBose
2018 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award LaChanze
2018 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical The Band's Visit
2018 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Summer: The Donna Summer Musical
2018 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Ariana DeBose
2018 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical LaChanze

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