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La Cage aux Folles Revival 2010

Run Time:
2 hours and 40 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: April 18, 2010
Closing: May 01, 2011

La Cage aux Folles - 2010 Broadway History , Info & More

Five-time Emmy Award® winner Kelsey Grammer makes his Broadway musical debut alongside Olivier winner Douglas Hodge in this funny and touching tale of one family's struggle to stay together... stay fabulous... and above all else, stay true to themselves. La Cage aux Folles, the splashy, high-kicking musical comedy, comes to Broadway this spring in a gloriously reconceived production that took London by storm. La Cage features Jerry Herman’s Tony Award-winning score, with such fabulous songs as "I Am What I Am," "The Best of Times" and "Song on the Sand," and a Tony Award-winning book by Harvey Fierstein.


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR La Cage aux Folles

A riotous 'La Cage aux Folles' returns to B'way
9 / 10

When 'La Cage aux Folles' originally opened on Broadway in 1983, gay marriage was not on the horizon. At the time, Fierstein's book was considered groundbreaking for depicting a long-term gay relationship in all its domestic normalcy. In the nearly three decades since then, the idea of gay marriage is a reality, at least in some places. These days, Georges and Albin could be considered just another old married couple, yet their story as told in 'La Cage' could not be more timely and enjoyable.

La Cage aux Folles
9 / 10

But the show, newly revived on Broadway under the thoughtful direction of Terry Johnson, proves to be surprisingly sturdy — despite the three-inch pumps donned by the cross-dressing Cagelles at the Saint-Tropez nightclub that Georges and Albin call home. Herman's score is studded with melodic winners, including the gay-rights anthem 'I Am What I Am,' which closes the first act on a stirring and deeply moving note. Delivering that show-stopper is Douglas Hodge, a transplant from Johnson's 2008 London revival of La Cage. Hodge is practically perfect as the fey Albin, a tricky role in which an actor could easily slip into caricature or sentimentality. Hodge manages a careful balance, delivering a performance that is both hilarious and heartfelt; his character is admittedly over the top, but he always feels real. As his partner, the La Cage manager Georges, Kelsey Grammer proves to be an equal partner in carrying the show. Grammer has a surprisingly strong singing voice (better than his rendition of the 'Frasier' theme song might suggest), and he never makes you doubt his commitment to Albin or his son; you feel the anguish as he seeks to reconcile the conflicting desires of his two loves.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Comes To Chicago Through 1/1
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2011


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce that three-time Tony Award®- winner including the award for BEST MUSICAL REVIVAL, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, is coming to the Bank of America Theatre (18 W. Monroe) Dec. 20, 2011- Jan. 1, 2012.

Photo Coverage: LA CAGE Celebrates 1 Year on Broadway!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - April 20, 2011


Today, La Cage Aux Folles celebrated its one year anniversary onstage at the Longacre Theatre. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the photo op and brings you photo coverage below.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES to Close on Broadway May 1; Tour to Launch in October
by Robert Diamond - April 6, 2011


LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, the 2010 Tony Award winner for Best Revival of a Musical, is now in its last four weeks on Broadway. Final performance will be Sunday, May 1 at 3:00 PM at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). At closing, the production will have played 433 performances and 15 previews. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES will be launching a national tour this fall, starting in October in Des Moines, IA.

Veanne Cox Returns to LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Tonight; Cast Changes Announced!
by Nicole Rosky - April 5, 2011


Tony Award-nominee Veanne Cox (Company, Caroline, or Change, A Free Man of Color) returns to the Tony Award-winning production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES as Mme. Dindon/Mme. Renaud tonight, Tuesday April 5. Also at tonight's performance, Heather Lindell (Hairspray) assumes the role of Anne and Ashley Kate Adams joins the cast as Colette. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES recently re-opened to rave reviews for its new stars four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein (Albin) and two-time Tony Award-nominee Christopher Sieber (Georges) and is playing at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street).

Photo Flash: Two Boots Celebrates La Cage
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 1, 2011


Two Boots Pizza and MJS Live are pleased to announce this month's A SLICE OF BROADWAY, a celebration of Broadway's finest at NY's Pizza Pioneers Two Boots Pizza devoted especially to Broadway's hit musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES

Review - La Cage aux Folles: Yeah... Chemistry
by Ben Peltz - March 29, 2011


Advanced chemistry lessons are now being held eight times a week at the Longacre Theatre, where newly-added stars Harvey Fierstein and Christopher Sieber not only score individual triumphs as drag entertainer Albin and his dapper committed partner Georges in the Terry Johnson-directed revival of La Cage aux Folles, but combine to make the kind of irresistibly fun couple you want to invite to every dinner party, go in on a summer share with and, in a more perfect world, watch on television hosting the Tony Awards.

Broadway Review Roundup: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, Take 2!
by Kelsey Denette - March 28, 2011


Georges (Christopher Sieber) is the suave owner of a glitzy drag club on the French Riviera. Partnered romantically with his high-strung star performer, Albin (Harvey Fierstein), the pair live a charmed life - until Georges' son announces his engagement to the daughter of a conservative right-wing politician who's coming to dinner. Did the new leads charm critics as well? Find out now!

STAGE TUBE: Harvey Fierstein on SPIDER-MAN and Michael Riedel
by Robert Diamond - March 26, 2011


Harvey Fierstein, visiting THEATER TALK to discuss his role in the current revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, comments on Riedel's attitude towards the new musical version of SPIDER-MAN. This episode premieres Friday, April 8 on Thirteen.

STAGE TUBE: Harvey Fierstein Visits THE TODAY SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - March 16, 2011


Four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein was featured today, Wednesday, March 16 on 'The Today Show' during the 10:00-11:00 AM hour. Fierstein won a 1984 Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical for the original production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Now, 28 years later, he is starring as Albin in the Tony Award-winning revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). In the New York area, 'Today' airs on WNBC Channel 4. Check local listings.

Christopher Sieber Moves Up LA CAGE Debut to 3/11!
by Robert Diamond - March 9, 2011


Two-time Tony Award-nominee Christopher Sieber (Monty Python's Spamalot, Shrek The Musical) will begin performances as Georges in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES earlier than previously announced. Sieber will begin performances in the Tony Award-winning musical revival this Friday, March 11, instead of Tuesday, March 15. Sieber stars sopposite four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein as Albin. LA CAGE AUX FOLLES is playing at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street).

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Comes To Chicago 12/20-1/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 9, 2011


Broadway In Chicago is thrilled to announce that three-time Tony Award®- winner including the award for BEST MUSICAL REVIVAL, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, is coming to the Bank of America Theatre (18 W. Monroe) Dec. 20, 2011- Jan. 1, 2012.

Official: Christopher Sieber to Begin in LA CAGE March 15
by Robert Diamond - March 7, 2011


Two-time Tony Award-nominee Christopher Sieber (Monty Python's Spamalot, Shrek The Musical) will begin performances as Georges in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on Tuesday, March 15, starring opposite four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein as Albin. Georges will be played by understudy Chris Hoch through Sunday, March 13. The Tony Award-winning revival is playing at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street).

Christopher Sieber Replaces Jeffrey Tambor as 'Georges' in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Jessica Lewis - March 3, 2011


Jeffrey Tambor has withdrawn from the Tony Award-winning revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, following the Thursday, February 24 performance. Tambor started performances on Tuesday, February 15 in the role of Georges, opposite four-time Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein as Albin.

Jeffrey Tambor Withdraws from LA CAGE AUX FOLLES; Understudy Steps in - For Now
by Jessica Lewis - February 25, 2011


Jeffrey Tambor has withdrawn from the Tony Award-winning revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, following the Thursday, February 24 performance. Tambor started performances on Tuesday, February 15 in the role of Georges, opposite four-time Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein as Albin.

Harvey Fierstein Talks LA CAGE From 1983 to Today
by Kelsey Denette - February 22, 2011


Harvey Fierstein, the four-time Tony Award-winning actor who stepped into the heels of Albin/Zaza in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on February 15th, recently spoke about the show, the role, and more.

TV: LA CAGE's 'Lili Whiteass' Takes You on a San Tropez Tour!
by Jessica Lewis - February 24, 2011


LA CAGE AUX FOLLES made Tony Awards history last year as the first show to ever win the Tony Award three times for best production - the classic musical comedy won six Tony Awards in 1984, including Best Musical, and a Broadway revival won two 2005 Tony Awards including the Best Revival of a Musical prize. LA CAGE also won the 2010 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical, as well as Tony Awards for Best Actor in a Musical (Douglas Hodge) and Best Director of a Musical (Terry Johnson).

STAGE TUBE: New LA CAGE Commercial With Fierstein!
by Charlie Piane - February 14, 2011


Harvey Fierstein, Jeffrey Tambor, Wilson Jermaine Heredia and Micheal McShane join the cast of the Tony Award-winning revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. The production continues to play the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street). Click below to check out the new commercial, which features Harvey Fierstein!

Fierstein, Tambor, Heredia & McShane Join The Cast of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2011


Harvey Fierstein, Jeffrey Tambor, Wilson Jermaine Heredia and Micheal McShane join the cast of the Tony Award-winning revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES on Tuesday, February 15, 2011. The production continues to play the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street).

Harvey Fierstein, Jeffrey Tambor Begin Run in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Tomorrow!
by Nicole Rosky - February 14, 2011


Four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein and six-time Emmy Award nominee Jeffrey Tambor are the new stars of the Tony Award-winning revival of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Tambor and Fierstein begin performances tomorrow night at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street).

La Cage aux Folles History

Other Productions of La Cage aux Folles

1983   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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1986   West End London Production
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1987   US Tour National Tour
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2004   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2006   US Tour National Tour
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2008   West End West End Transfer
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2010   Broadway Broadway Transfer
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2011   US Tour National Tour
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2023   West End
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La Cage aux Folles - 2010 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Douglas Hodge
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Lynne Page
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Costume Design Matthew Wright
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Terry Johnson
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Robin De Jesus
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical La Cage Aux Folles
2010 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical Jonathan Deans
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Douglas Hodge
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Matthew Wright
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Terry Johnson
2010 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2010 Tony Awards Best Choreography Lynne Page
2010 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Matthew Wright
2010 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Terry Johnson
2010 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Nick Richings
2010 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Jason Carr
2010 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Robin De Jesus
2010 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Douglas Hodge
2010 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Kelsey Grammer
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Barry and Fran Weissler
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Sonia Friedman Productions
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Menier Chocolate Factory
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Harvey Weinstein
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Nederlander Presentations, Inc
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jerry Frankel/Bat-Barry Productions
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Allen Spivak
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Olympus Theatricals
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Independent Presenters Network
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Arlene Scanlan/John O'Boyle
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Raise the Roof 4
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Richard Winkler/Bensinger Taylor/Laudenslager Bergère
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Matthew Mitchell
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Broadway Across America
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Bob Bartner/Norman Tulchin
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Edwin W. Schloss
2010 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical David Babani
2010 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Tim Shortall
2010 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Jonathan Deans

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