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Run Time:
2 hours and 35 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: April 8, 2010
Closing: December 31, 2011

The Addams Family - 2010 Broadway History , Info & More

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

Based on the iconic characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, THE ADDAMS FAMILY is an all-new musical comedy starring Tony Award winner Roger Rees as Gomez and stage and screen star Brooke Shields as Morticia. THE ADDAMS FAMILY features an original story. It's every parent's nightmare. Your little girl has suddenly become a young woman, and what's worse, has fallen deliriously in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. Yes, Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has a "normal" boyfriend, and for parents Gomez and Morticia, it's a shocking development that turns the Addams house upside down when they are forced to host a dinner for the young man and his parents.



THE ADDAMS FAMILY has a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice (librettists of the 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Jersey Boys), music and lyrics by Drama Desk Award winner Andrew Lippa (The Wild Party), direction and design by Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch (Shockheaded Peter, The Metropolitan Opera's Satyagraha) and choreography by Sergio Trujillo (Next to Normal, Jersey Boys).


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Photo Flash: Check Out the ADDAMS' New Family Photo Album!
by Jessica Lewis - March 28, 2011


THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed five new principal cast members beginning Tuesday, March 8 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street) when Heidi Blickenstaff ([title of show]) assumed the role of Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper (Brighton Beach Memoirs) the role of Mal Beineke, Brad Oscar (Tony-nominated for The Producers) as Fester, Rachel Potter (Wicked nat'l. tour) as Wednesday Addams and Jesse Swenson (Spring Awakening) as Lucas Beineke. Original cast members Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Terrence Mann, Carolee Carmello, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor will give their final performances on Sunday, March 6.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY To Give Free Tix To Grandmas
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 21, 2011


Grandma Addams, the feisty potient-brewing matriarch of the Addams clan (played by comic actress Jackie Hoffman), turns 116 on Wednesday, March 30 and to celebrate, the producers of THE ADDAMS FAMILY are offering a free ticket to the matinee for 116 real grandmothers age 60 or older who were born in March.

Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY's First New Family Photo!
by Jessica Lewis - March 21, 2011


THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed five new principal cast members beginning Tuesday, March 8 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street) when Heidi Blickenstaff ([title of show]) assumed the role of Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper (Brighton Beach Memoirs) the role of Mal Beineke, Brad Oscar (Tony-nominated for The Producers) as Fester, Rachel Potter (Wicked nat'l. tour) as Wednesday Addams and Jesse Swenson (Spring Awakening) as Lucas Beineke. Original cast members Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Terrence Mann, Carolee Carmello, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor gave their final performances on Sunday, March 6. BroadwayWorld brings you a look at their first new family photo below!

Photo Flash: THE BOOK OF MORMON on Broadway - First Production Shots!
by Jessica Lewis - March 18, 2011


THE BOOK OF MORMON opens Thursday, March 24 at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre. The first production shots have been released and appear below!

UP ON THE MARQUEE: The New ADDAMS FAMILY Cast!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - March 17, 2011


THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomed five new principal cast members beginning Tuesday, March 8 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street) when Heidi Blickenstaff ([title of show]) assumed the role of Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper (Brighton Beach Memoirs) the role of Mal Beineke, Brad Oscar (Tony-nominated for The Producers) as Fester, Rachel Potter (Wicked nat'l. tour) as Wednesday Addams and Jesse Swenson (Spring Awakening) as Lucas Beineke. Original cast members Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Terrence Mann, Carolee Carmello, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor will give their final performances on Sunday, March 6.

Neuwirth, Naughton, Fitzgerald Headline NY City Center Gala 4/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 11, 2011


New York City Center will honor Walter Bobbie, Kathleen Marshall and Jack Viertel in a benefit celebration hosted by Christopher Fitzgerald on Monday, April 4 at The Plaza Hotel.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Comes To Benedum Center
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 9, 2011


PNC Broadway Across America - Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh CLO announce the presentation of the hit Broadway musical, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams.

Lane, Chamberlin, Rodriguez et al. Exit ADDAMS FAMILY 3/6
by Lauren Wolman - March 6, 2011


Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Carolee Carmello, Terrence Mann, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor will exit Broadway's THE ADDAMS FAMILY after their final performances on March 6 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

Morgan James And More Broadway Stars Set For The Bridge Benefit Concert
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 4, 2011


Morgan James (The Addams Family, Wonderland) will join a slate of outstanding artists from the worlds of Broadway, television, film and other mediums for "The Bridge: Where Hope and Respect Come Together," a benefit concert celebrating the work of the Crime Victims Treatment Center starting at 8:00pm on Monday, April 11, 2011 at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues).

Madame Alexander Releases ADDAMS FAMILY Themed Dolls
by Nicole Rosky - February 22, 2011


Based on characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, The Addams Family Musical is the smash-hit Broadway musical comedy that brings the weird and wonderful world of the iconic family to devilishly delightful life. Madame Alexander's dolls reflect the macabre charm of these beloved characters by creating the costumes worn by the actors themselves. The dolls range from $89.95- $139.95 and can be purchased at www.madamealexander.com.

Celebrate Grandma's Birthday with Jackie Hoffman!
by Nicole Rosky - February 17, 2011


Celebrate Grandma's Sweet (one-hundred) Sixteen with Jackie Hoffman in an online interactive feature from the Broadway musical, THE ADDAMS FAMILY. Party whatever way you want to with Grandma as she celebrates her big day, by clicking here.

Gexa Energy Broadway at The Hobby Center Announces its 2011-2012 Season
by Erin Privratsky - February 13, 2011


Gexa Energy Broadway at the Hobby Center turns the spotlight on the newest hits from Broadway in its 2011-2012 season, announced today. Houston theater audiences will be captivated with new Broadway shows this season!

Blickenstaff, Grupper, Oscar, Potter & Swenson Join THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by Robert Diamond - February 4, 2011


THE ADDAMS FAMILY welcomes five new principal cast members beginning Tuesday, March 8 at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street) when Heidi Blickenstaff ([title of show]) assumes the role of Alice Beineke, Adam Grupper (Brighton Beach Memoirs) as Mal Beineke, Brad Oscar (Tony-nominated for The Producers) as Fester, Rachel Potter (Wicked nat'l. tour) as Wednesday Addams and Jesse Swenson (Spring Awakening) as Lucas Beineke. Original cast members Nathan Lane, Kevin Chamberlin, Terrence Mann, Carolee Carmello, Krysta Rodriguez and Wesley Taylor will give their final performances on Sunday, March 6.

BROADWAY WEEK To Run 1/24-2/10
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2011


The Broadway League and NYC & Company, New York City's official tourism, marketing and partnership organization, today announced winter marketing programs - including the first ever Broadway Week featuring 2-for-1 tickets to participating shows from January 24 - February 10, 2011 - to encourage residents and visitors to experience the best New York City has to offer this winter.

BROADWAY WEEK To Run 1/24-2/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - January 10, 2011


The Broadway League and NYC & Company, New York City's official tourism, marketing and partnership organization, today announced winter marketing programs - including the first ever Broadway Week featuring 2-for-1 tickets to participating shows from January 24 - February 10, 2011 - to encourage residents and visitors to experience the best New York City has to offer this winter.

Madame Tussauds Hosts Kids Night On Broadway Halloween Pre-Party 10/31
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2010


Hundreds of kids participating in Kids' Night on Broadway's Halloween event will come dressed as their favorite Broadway characters to a pre-theatre costume party at Madame Tussauds New York.

Madame Tussauds Hosts Kids Night On Broadway Halloween Pre-Party 10/31
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 29, 2010


Hundreds of kids participating in Kids' Night on Broadway's Halloween event will come dressed as their favorite Broadway characters to a pre-theatre costume party at Madame Tussauds New York.

Roger Rees to Replace Nathan Lane in THE ADDAMS FAMILY 3/2011
by Robert Diamond - October 28, 2010


Roger Rees, a Tony Award winner as Best Actor for The Life And Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby and a Tony nominee for Indiscretions, will assume the role of Gomez in THE ADDAMS FAMILY on Broadway beginning Tuesday, March 22 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street). Rees will reunite with his good friend and longtime professional colleague, two-time Tony Award winner Bebe Neuwirth, who will continue in the role of Morticia. Nathan Lane's final performance as Gomez in THE ADDAMS FAMILY will be Sunday, March 6.

STAGE TUBE: Hoffman, Taylor Lead 'Billy Green' Webisode - Episode 7
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 28, 2010


Many of everyone's Broadway and off-Broadway favorites, including Michael Urie, Wesley Taylor, Jennifer Damiano, Karen Olivo, Mitchell Jarvis and more have teamed up on the webisode project Billy Green.

New Shows Added To Kids Night On Broadway Halloween
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 25, 2010


The treats are multiplying for theatre-loving kids! KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY's special Halloween edition is gearing up with extra spooky tricks and treats!

Andrew Lippa to Sneak-Peek New Show at Texas State
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2010


Famed Broadway composer Andrew Lippa will be holding an intimate showcase of selections from his next musical, THE MAN IN THE CEILING, at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas on Saturday, October 23 at 7:30 pm.

Camp Broadway And THE ADDAMS FAMILY Invites Kids To Trick or Treat With Them
by Samantha Toy - October 18, 2010


Camp Broadway® is celebrating Halloween at The Addams Family with a special Kids' Night on Broadway (KNOB) holiday package that features a pre-Halloween workshop on Saturday, October 23 to help children 6-10 years old develop their character and create a costume inspired by characters from the hit musical.

Andrew Lippa to Sneak-Peek New Show at Texas State
by Erin Privratsky - October 19, 2010


Famed Broadway composer Andrew Lippa will be holding an intimate showcase of selections from his next musical, THE MAN IN THE CEILING, at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas on Saturday, October 23 at 7:30 pm.

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The Addams Family - 2010 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2010 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Costume Design Phelim McDermott
2010 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Costume Design Julian Crouch
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Nathan Lane
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musica Kevin Chamberlin
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Carolee Carmello
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Natasha Katz
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Andrew Lippa
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Andrew Lippa
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical The Addams Family
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Phelim McDermott
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design Basil Twist
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Nathan Lane
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Bebe Neuwirth
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Kevin Chamberlin
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Carolee Carmello
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Phelim McDermott
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design Julian Crouch
2010 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Andrew Lippa
2010 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Kevin Chamberlin

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