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Run Time:
One hour and 35 minutes with no intermission
Ages: 16+
Opened: April 23, 2015
Closing: June 14, 2015

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Lyceum Theatre (Broadway)
149 W. 45th St. New York, NY 10036

Based on the satirical play by Friedrich Durrenmatt as adapted by Maurice Valency, The Visit is about greed, love, and one woman's carefully plotted revenge. The oft-widowed Claire Zachanassian (Chita Rivera), richest woman in the world, returns to the hardship-stricken town of her birth. The locals pray that her wealth will bring them a new lease on life, but her arrival carries a dreadful price. Tony Award winner Roger Rees co-stars as Anton Schell, the man who scorned Claire years ago. Sardonic and morally complex, The Visit asks "What can your heart afford?"


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Romance, Betrayal, Revenge... Meet the Full Cast of THE VISIT, Opening Tonight on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - April 23, 2015


The Visit, the final musical ever by legendary Tony Award-winning duo John Kander and Fred Ebb, celebrates its official opening tonight, April 23, 2015 at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street). Scroll down to learn more about the company and watch a sneak preview of the show!

THE VISIT Cast & Crew Believe Lyceum Theater Has a Ghost!
by Danielle Ashley Dias - April 7, 2015


The smell of cigarette smoke, sounds on the catwalk, and other strange sounds in the upper balcony during performances of 'The Visit' at the Lyceum has the cast and crew thinking it could only be one thing: the ghost of Bob Fosse.

Photo Flash: She's Back! First Look at Chita Rivera in THE VISIT on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - April 1, 2015


The Visit, the final musical ever by legendary Tony Award-winning duo John Kander and Fred Ebb, began performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) on March 26 at 8:00pm. The Visit will have an official Opening Night on Thursday, April 23 2015. Check out a very first look at Chita Rivera and the cast on stage!

Broadway's THE VISIT Announces Student Rush Policy
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2015


A rush policy was announced today for the new Broadway musical The Visit, for students to witness legends doing what made them legendary in this momentous event that is history in the making. Rush tickets are $29.

THE VISIT, Starring Chita Rivera, Begins Tonight on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2015


The Visit, the final musical ever by legendary Tony Award-winning duo John Kander and Fred Ebb, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) tonight, March 26 at 8:00pm. The Visit will have an official Opening Night on Thursday, April 23 2015.

THE VISIT, Starring Chita Rivera, Begins Tomorrow on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2015


The Visit, the final musical ever by legendary Tony Award-winning duo John Kander and Fred Ebb, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) tomorrow, Thursday, March 26 at 8:00pm. The Visit will have an official Opening Night on Thursday, April 23 2015.

Photo Coverage: A First Look at Chita Rivera & More in THE VISIT Onstage- Inside the Performance Preview!
by Walter McBride - March 25, 2015


The highly anticipated musical The Visit, led by Tony Award® Winners Chita Rivera as Claire Zachannassian and Roger Rees as Anton Schell, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) tomorrow, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. The company just met the press and you can check out photo coverage from the special performance preview below!

Photo Coverage: Chita Rivera & THE VISIT Cast Meet the Press; Previews Begin Tomorrow!
by Walter McBride - March 25, 2015


The highly anticipated musical The Visit, led by Tony Award® Winners Chita Rivera as Claire Zachannassian and Roger Rees as Anton Schell, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) tomorrow, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. The company just met the press and you can check out photo coverage from the special event below!

TV: Chita Rivera Gives Special Sneak Peek of THE VISIT Onstage at the Lyceum Theatre!
by TV - Press Previews - March 25, 2015


The highly anticipated musical The Visit, led by Tony Award® Winners Chita Rivera as Claire Zachannassian and Roger Rees as Anton Schell, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) tomorrow, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. The company just gave a special sneak peek, including a performance by the one-and-only Chita Rivera, and you can go inside the event below!

Up On The Marquee: THE VISIT
by Walter McBride - March 25, 2015


The highly anticipated musical The Visit, led by Tony Award® Winners Chita Rivera as Claire Zachannassian and Roger Rees as Anton Schell, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) tomorrow, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. Check out photos of the marquee below!

TV: John Kander Blows Out His Birthday Candles in Rehearsal for THE VISIT!
by Nicole Rosky - March 18, 2015


The highly anticipated musical, The Visit, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) on Thursday, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. The cast is led by Tony Award® Winners Chita Rivera as Claire Zachannassian and Roger Rees as Anton Schell. John Kander, who wrote the music for the show, just celebrated his 88th birthday, and the company treated him to a birthday surprise during a break in rehearsal. BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there, and you can go inside the festivities below!

Photo Coverage: John Kander Celebrates 88th Birthday With the Cast of THE VISIT
by Jennifer Broski - March 18, 2015


The highly anticipated musical, The Visit, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) on Thursday, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. The cast is led by Tony Award® Winners Chita Rivera as Claire Zachannassian and Roger Rees as Anton Schell. John Kander, who wrote the music for the show, just celebrated his 88th birthday, and the company treated him to a birthday surprise during a break in rehearsal. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from inside the event below!

Photo Coverage: Swiss Ambassador Toasts THE VISIT at Special Breakfast with Chita Rivera & Roger Rees!
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - March 16, 2015


The highly anticipated musical, The Visit, will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) on Thursday, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. The cast is led by Tony Award® Winners Chita Rivera as Claire Zachannassian and Roger Rees as Anton Schell. The Swiss Ambassador just hosted a breakfast for the legendary duo at his home to celebrate the show, and BroadwayWorld brings you photos from inside the event below!

Breaking News: Broadway Legend Donna McKechnie Will Standby for Chita Rivera in THE VISIT on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - February 26, 2015


Producers announced today that Tony® Award-winner Donna McKechnie will be the STANDBY for the lead role of Claire Zachannassian in the highly anticipated musical, The Visit, soon to open on Broadway. The Visit will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) on Thursday, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. Tickets are now available on Telecharge.com.

TV Exclusive: Conversations with THE VISIT Team- Chita Rivera, Roger Rees & Terrence McNally Explain the Show
by Nicole Rosky - February 17, 2015


Below, BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you the first of a series of videos, featuring Rivera, Rees and playwright Terrence McNally as they explain what the musical is about. Check out the premiere clip below!

STAGE TUBE: Watch Chita Rivera in New TV Spot for Broadway-Bound THE VISIT!
by Nicole Rosky - February 13, 2015


When the world's wealthiest woman returns home for the first time in decades, it's the talk of the town. When that woman is portrayed by the legendary CHITA RIVERA, it's Broadway history in the making. This spring, the sensational two-time Tony® winner joins Tony Award® winner ROGER REES in a stunning tale of young love, timeless seduction, and sweet revenge sure to become the season's most delicious musical sensation. Check out a just-released TV spot for the show below!

Jason Danieley, David Garrison & More Will Join Chita Rivera in THE VISIT on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - January 30, 2015


Additional Broadway casting was announced today for the highly anticipated musical, The Visit, soon to open on Broadway. The Visit will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) on Thursday, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23. General on sale will begin on January 31, 2015.

FLASH FRIDAY: Chita Rivera Returns To Broadway! A Career Celebration - WEST SIDE STORY, BYE BYE BIRDIE, CHICAGO, THE VISIT & Much More
by Pat Cerasaro - January 30, 2015


Today we are saluting one of the most iconic leading ladies in Broadway history in honor of her recently announced return to Broadway in Kander & Ebb's THE VISIT, the one and only Chita Rivera.

Photo Flash: First Look at Chita Rivera in New Artwork for Broadway-Bound THE VISIT!
by Nicole Rosky - January 26, 2015


Check out new artwork for the musical below! When asked about working with Chita Rivera to shoot the image, photographer Frank Ockenfels told NYT: 'She's a grand dame.There are not a lot people left like her. She was so present and giving. There was no, "We're done." She said, "Is there more I can do?" Sometimes with someone of her age, they are conscious of being overlit. But she was more about what makes sense for the photograph, which is tremendously helpful. It was amazing to see her work with other actors and how she moved gracefully and beautifully. She had to step up on a piece of steel and she got up and there were no complaints. She moves around like a 20-year-old.'

Move Over Chita! Oprah Winfrey Wants to Star in Tony Kushner's New Version of THE VISIT on Broadway
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2015


According to the New York Post, Chita Rivera wasn't the only star vying to bring The Visit to Broadway this season. Oprah Winfrey has reportedly been waiting for Tony Kushner to finish a new translation of Friedrich Durrenmatt's satirical 1956 play.

Broadway's THE VISIT Offers 1/26 Presale for Audience Rewards Members
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2015


Producers Tom Kirdahy, Tom Smedes, Hugh Hayes and Judith Ann Abrams announced today that the highly anticipated musical, The Visit, soon to open on Broadway, will have an exclusive presale for Audience Reward members beginning January 26, 2015. Please visit AudienceRewards.com to sign up and purchase. General on sale will begin February 1, 2015 and tickets will be available on Telecharge.com.

Breaking News: It's Official! Chita Rivera to Return to Broadway in THE VISIT This Spring; Theatre Booked and Dates Set!
by BWW News Desk - January 8, 2015


Producers Tom Kirdahy, Tom Smedes, Hugh Hayes and Judith Ann Abrams announced today that John Kander and Fred Ebb's final Broadway musical, The Visit, featuring a book by four-time Tony Award winning playwright Terrence McNally, will open on Broadway this Spring, starring two-time Tony Award winning Broadway legend Chita Rivera and Tony Award winner Roger Rees. Helmed by Tony Award winning director John Doyle and choreographed by Tony Award nominee Graciela Daniele, The Visit will begin performances at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street) on Thursday, March 26 with an Opening Night set for Thursday, April 23.

The Visit History

Other Productions of The Visit

1999   New York Reading
New York
2001   Broadway Original Broadway Production [Cancelled]
Broadway
2001   Chicago (Regional) World Premiere
Chicago (Regional)
2004   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production [Cancelled]
Off-Broadway
2007   Arlington, VA (Regional) Signature Theatre Production
Arlington, VA (Regional)
2008   Arlington, VA (Regional) Kander & Ebb Celebration Production
Arlington, VA (Regional)
2014   Williamstown, MA (Regional) Williamstown Theatre Festival Production
Williamstown, MA (Regional)
2015   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway

The Visit - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Chita Rivera
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Terence McNally
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical John Doyle
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Fred Ebb
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music John Kander
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical The Visit
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Scott Pask
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Chita Rivera
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Roger Rees
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical The Visit
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Chita Rivera
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical The Visit
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Japhy Weideman
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical The Visit
2015 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Terrence McNally
2015 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Japhy Weideman
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Carlos Arana
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Bruno Wang Productions
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Taylor Cleghorn
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Sandi Moran
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Mark Lee
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Ed Filipowski
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Blodgett Calvin Family
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Gabrielle Palitz
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Weatherby & Fishman LLC
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Marguerite Hoffman
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Jeremy Youett
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Terry Loftis
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Veenerick & Katherine Vos Van Liempt
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical 42nd club
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Silva Theatrical
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Williamstown Theatre Festival
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical The Shubert Organization
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Kate Cannova
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Peter Stern
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical The Visit
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Tom Kirdahy
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Edgar Bronfman, Jr.
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Tom Smedes
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Hugh Hayes
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Ted Snowdon
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Judith Ann Abrams
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Rich Affannato
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Hunter Arnold
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Carl Daikeler
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Ken Davenport
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Bharat Mitra
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Bhavani Lev
2015 Tony Awards Best Musical Peter May
2015 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Fred Ebb
2015 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre John Kander
2015 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Chita Rivera

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