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Evita Revival 2012

Ages: 12+
Opened: April 5, 2012
Closing: January 26, 2013

Evita - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

Marquis Theatre (Broadway)
210 W. 46th St. New York, NY 10036

Eva Peron used her beauty and charisma to rise meteorically from the slums of Argentina to the presidential mansion as First Lady. She won international acclaim and adoration from her own people as a champion of the poor, while glamour, power and greed made her the world's first major political celebrity.



EVITA tells Eva's passionate and tragic story through Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's most dazzling and beloved score, including "Don't Cry for Me Argentina," "Another Suitcase in Another Hall" and "High Flying Adored," together with "You Must Love Me," the Oscar-winning hit from the film EVITA.



After researching the life of Eva Per�n for many years, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber released EVITA in 1976 as a concept album with Julie Covington as Eva and it became a world-wide hit. Soon after, the production debuted on stage in London's West End starring Elaine Paige and directed by Hal Prince. The production transferred to Broadway and opened in 1979 starring Patti LuPone, who went on to win one of the seven 1980 Tony Awards the show earned. A major 1996 film of the musical was made starring Madonna as Eva, Antonio Banderas as Che and Jonathan Pryce as Juan Peron. Michael Grandage's production of EVITA, which opened in 2006, took London by storm and garnered critical acclaim for the show and its leading lady, Elena Roger.


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Evita: Theater Review
9 / 10

While Buenos Aires-born Roger is new to Broadway, this production made her a star in London, where it originated in 2006. At the risk of sounding harsh, the actress is physically unprepossessing – short and beaky – not to mention occasionally shrill in the vocal department. But she acts the hell out of the role. ... The other bit of headline casting is Ricky Martin as Che. Moving away from the original production’s clear allusions to Che Guevara, he appears here as an enigmatic peasant worker who serves as the bio-musical’s narrator and its voice of skepticism, seeing the beatified “Santa Evita” for the ravenous spotlight-seeker she really is. His dramatic presence could be more aggressive, but Martin’s Latin-pop vocals are a smooth fit for the role, and his relaxed charm and dreamboat looks will yield few complaints. Fans eager for him to bust some serious dance moves have to wait until midway through Act II, but he eventually turns on the trademark sizzle.

'Evita' revived on Broadway
8 / 10

This time we have a fierce dynamo of a Broadway debut by Elena Roger as Eva, the ambitious street girl with a contradictory fondness for finery, Mussolini and the poor, and who slept her way to superstar first lady before dying of cancer at 33. Roger, despite a few frayed top notes at Tuesday's preview, is a justly celebrated Argentine native whose sprite of a dancer's body belies a massive theatrical presence and the steely heft of her tangy voice. (Christina DeCicco plays the strenuous role on Wednesday nights and Saturday matinees.)

EVITA and Country Star Rachel Potter Plays Last NYC Show at Rockwood Music Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2013


Star of Evita on Broadway and rising Country Music singer Rachel Potter will play her final NYC show at Rockwood Music Hall, Stage 2 tonight, February 10.

BWW Flashback: EVITA Dances Final Tango on Broadway
by BWW Special Coverage - January 26, 2013


A few months ago, producers Hal Luftig and Scott Sanders announced that Grammy Award-winning international pop icon Ricky Martin as Che, Olivier Award-winning Argentinean actress Elena Roger as Eva Perón and Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris as Juan Perón would play their final performance on Saturday, January 26, 2013. At that time, it was announced as well that the should would be announcing new stars and the production would be continuing its run. Later, they have revealed that the show will play its final performance on Saturday, January 26, tonight, after 26 previews and 337 regular performances.

EVITA and Country Star Rachel Potter to Play Last NYC Show at Rockwood Music Hall, 2/10
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2013


Star of Evita on Broadway and rising Country Music singer Rachel Potter will play her final NYC show at Rockwood Music Hall, Stage 2. Featuring an opening set by Patryk Larney, Rachel Potter will be performing songs from her country/pop EP Live The Dream and debuting new original tunes. Don't miss your chance to see Rachel perform at her last show in NYC before her move to Nashville in March.

Photo Flash: Cast from Broadway's EVITA Joins Forces with Sing For Your Seniors
by BWW News Desk - February 4, 2013


On Tuesday, January 22nd, members of the Broadway company of Evita joined forces with Sing For Your Seniors to bring a very special performance to the seniors at Village Adult Day Health Center. The musical performance, hosted by Sing For Your Seniors' Executive Director Jackie Vanderbeck, included songs of the performers' choosing as well of songs from Evita. Check out photos from the event below!

Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, Jan 19, Part 2 - 'One Week More' to See EVITA, Farewell to NEWSIES' Ryan Steele and More!
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2013


BroadwayWorld collected as many of yesterday's evening Saturday Intermission Pics as we could to bring you Part 2 of our January 19th SIP round-up. Yesterday evening's photos featured the cast of EVITA taking a page from LES MISERABLES and announcing there's just 'One Week More' to see the show before it closes on Broadway, last intermission pics with NEWSIES' Ryan Steele, plus photos from THE BOOK OF MORMON, MARY POPPINS, FLASHDANCE, THE WIZARD OF OZ in Toronto, WEST SIDE STORY, THE LION KING, FUNNY GIRL at Riverside Theatre and lots of regional shows!

Antonio Banderas, Lea Michele, Sierra Boggess, Ramin Karimloo & More Considered for EVITA
by Nicole Rosky - December 14, 2012


Now according to the New York Times, a slew of stars were being considered to fill the leading roles. Antonio Banderas, Marc Anthony, Enrique Iglesias, Ramin Karimloo and Raul Esparza were all being considered to play Che, though they were not able to 'reach any deals.' Additionally, Lea Michele and Sierra Boggess were 'discussed for the title role of Eva Peron.'

Breaking News: EVITA to Close on January 26, 2013 when Stars Martin, Roger & Cerveris Depart Instead of Recasting
by Robert Diamond - December 11, 2012


At that time, it was announced as well that the should would be announcing new stars and the production would be continuing its run. Now, they have revealed that the show will play its final performance on Saturday, January 26, 2013, after 26 previews and 337 regular performances.

Breaking News: Ricky Martin, Elena Roger & Michael Cerveris to Depart EVITA January 26, 2013; New Stars to Be Announced
by Robert Diamond - November 26, 2012


This record-breaking, Tony-nominated production of Tim Rice's and Andrew Lloyd Webber's landmark musical will continue its open-ended run following the original stars' departure. The new stars will be announced at a later date.

EVITA Costume Designers Join Rational Animal in Hurricane Relief for Shelter Animals
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2012


Rational Animal is proud to be working with Broadway's Evita costume designers in an emergency Mother's Comfort Project relief effort for animal shelters after Hurricane Sandy.

STAGE TUBE: Jared Zirilli Chats with EVITA's Max von Essen on 'Broadway Boo's!'
by Stage Tube - November 12, 2012


Jared Zirilli of the new off-Broadway show Hot Mess in Manhattan (also FAT CAMP, Original Broadway Cast Lysistrata Jones, BARE, Wicked, Twilight the Musical) brings you Episode 46 of 'Broadway Boo's!' with Max Von Essen of EVITA, LES MIS and more!

EVITA Cancels Tomorrow's 2 p.m. Performance, 10/31
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2012


EVITA has just cancelled its 2 p.m. performance for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 31, due to Hurricane Sandy.

Photo Flash: Ricky Martin's Pantless Tweet Goes Viral; Helps BC/EFA!
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2012


EVITA star Ricky Martin, whose antics during Broadway's 'Saturday Intermission Pics' ritual each weekend are followed religiously by fans, Tweeted something new this weekend: a picture of himself with no pants on. Along with the photo, he announced the missing pants would be auctioned off to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. The picture, of course, has gone viral. Check it out below!

Tituss Burgess, Orfeh and The Vanity Belles Join Rachel Potter in Birdland Debut Tonight, 10/28
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2012


The Broadway at Birdland concert series has announced that Rachel Potter, one of the stars of the Broadway production of Evita, will make her Birdland debut tonight, October 28 at 6pm. Her special guests will be singers Tituss Burgess, Orfeh and The Vanity Belles.

Tituss Burgess, Orfeh and The Vanity Belles Join Rachel Potter in Birdland Debut, 10/28
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2012


The Broadway at Birdland concert series has announced that Rachel Potter, one of the stars of the Broadway production of Evita, will make her Birdland debut on Sunday, October 28 at 6pm. Her special guests will be singers Tituss Burgess, Orfeh and The Vanity Belles.

Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, Oct 20 - Part 2 - EVITA 'SkeleTONES', BOOK OF MORMON Playdates & More!
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2012


BroadwayWorld collected all of yesterday's evening Saturday Intermission Pics to bring you Part 2 of our October 20th SIP round-up! Yesterday's evening photos featured the cast of EVITA's 'SkeleTONES' workshopping for 'Broadway Scares', a couple of strange 'playdates' with the touring cast of THE BOOK OF MORMON, and photos from KINKY BOOTS, NEWSIES, BRING IT ON, ROCK OF AGES, NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT, JERSEY BOYS, MARY POPPINS, WICKED, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST and a bunch of regional productions from across the US, plus one from New Zealand!

Photo Flash: Ricky Martin Talks EVITA on Live! With Kelly and Michael
by Kelsey Denette - October 4, 2012


The first new Broadway production of Tim Rice's and Andrew Lloyd Webber's landmark musical EVITA since its premiere over 30 years ago stars Grammy-winning international pop icon Ricky Martin as Che, Olivier Award-winning Argentinean actress Elena Roger making her Broadway debut as Eva Peron and Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris as Juan Peron. This morning, Martin appeared on 'LIVE! with Kelly & Michael.'

Photo Flash: EVITA's Ricky Martin Visits LIVE! WITH KELLY & MICHAEL
by Nicole Rosky - October 4, 2012


The first new Broadway production of Tim Rice's and Andrew Lloyd Webber's landmark musical EVITA since its premiere over 30 years ago stars Grammy-winning international pop icon Ricky Martin as Che, Olivier Award-winning Argentinean actress Elena Roger making her Broadway debut as Eva Peron and Tony Award-winner Michael Cerveris as Juan Peron. This morning, October 4, 2012 Martin appeared on 'LIVE! with Kelly & Michael' and you can check out photos from his appearance below!

STAGE TUBE: EVITA's Max von Essen Encourages Americans to Rock the Vote!
by Stage Tube - October 3, 2012


With election season approaching, some of America's most influential members of society are encouraging the masses to get up, get out, and vote. BroadwayWorld brings you a look at EVITA's Max von Essen urging you to do the same!

Ricky Martin Guests on LIVE! WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL Today, 10/4
by TV News Desk - October 4, 2012


Superstar Ricky Martin will guest on today's October 4th LIVE! WITH KELLY AND MICHAEL. The actor currently stars as 'Che' in the current Broadway revival of EVITA.

Evita FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Evita and what's the order?
A Cinema in Buenos Aires July 26, 1952
Requiem for Evita
Oh What a Circus
On This Night of a Thousand Stars
Eva and Magaldi
Eva Beware of the City
Buenos Aires
Goodnight and Thank You
The Art of the Possible
Charity Concert
I'd Be Surprisingly Good for You
Another Suitcase in Another Hall
Peron's Latest Flame
A New Argentina
On the Balcony of the Casa Rosada
Don't Cry for Me Argentina
High Flying Adored
Rainbow High
Rainbow Tour
The Actress Hasn't Learned
And the Money Kept Rolling In (and Out)
Santa Evita
Waltz for Eva and Che
She Is a Diamond
Dice Are Rolling
Eva's Final Broadcast
Montage
Lament
The Lady's Got Potential
You Must Love Me

Evita History

Other Productions of Evita

1978   West End Original London Production
West End
1979   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1980   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1980   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1982   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1996   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
1998   US Tour 20th Anniversary Tour
US Tour
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2006   West End London Revival
West End
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2013   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2014   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   West End West End Revival
West End
2017   South African production
2019   West End Regent's Park Open Air Theatre London Revival
West End
2019   Off-Broadway New York City Center Annual Gala Presentation
Off-Broadway

Evita - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Ricky Martin
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Choreography Rob Ashfrod
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Michael Cerveris
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Neil Austin
2012 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical 0
2012 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Ricky Martin
2012 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Elena Roger
2012 Drama League Awards Distinguished Revival of a Musical 0
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreographer Rob Ashford
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Michael Grandage
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design (Play or Musical) Neil Austin
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0
2012 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Set Design (Play or Musical) Christopher Oram
2012 Tony Awards Best Choreography Rob Ashford
2012 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Michael Cerveris
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jâlé Trepp
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Warren & Jale Trepp
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Hal Luftig
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Scott Sanders Productions
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roy Furman
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Yasuhiro Kawana
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Allan S. Gordon/Adam S. Gordon
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical James L. Nederlander
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Terry Allen Kramer
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Gutterman Fuld Chernoff/Pittsburgh CLO
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Thousand Stars Productions
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Adam Blanshay
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Adam Zotovich
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Robert Ahrens
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Stephanie P. McClelland
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Carole L. Haber
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Richardo Hornos
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Carol Fineman
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Brian Smith
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Thousand Stars Productions
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Evita
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Hal Luftig
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Scott Sanders Productions
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roy Furman
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Yasuhiro Kawana
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Allan S. Gordon/Adam S. Gordon
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical James L. Nederlander
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Terry Allen Kramer
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Gutterman Fuld Chernoff/Pittsburgh CLO
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Warren Trepp
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Adam Blanshay
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Adam Zotovich
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Robert Ahrens
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Stephanie P. McClelland
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Carole L. Haber
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Richardo Hornos
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Carol Fineman
2012 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Brian Smith

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