Soft Power 2019
Ages: 12+
Opened: October 15, 2019Closing: November 17, 2019
Soft Power - 2019 Off-Broadway History , Info & More
Newman Theatre
425 Lafayette Street (between Astor Place & 4th St) New York, NY 10003
One of the most exciting theatrical collaborations in recent memory, SOFT POWER is an exploration of America's current place in the world, told through an East-West musical from China's point of view, in which a theater producer from Shanghai forges a powerful bond with Hillary Clinton. SOFT POWER is a fever dream of modern American politics amidst global conversations, asking us all, "why do we love democracy? And should we?"
Soft Power - 2019 - Off-Broadway Cast
Photo Flash: George Takei Stopped by SOFT POWER at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 12, 2019
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 12, 2019
Conrad Ricamora who plays Oliver in the ABC Series “How To Get Away With Murder” has been jetting back and forth across the country filming the final season of the show and also starring in the new musical “Soft Power” written by David Henry Hwang and Jeanine Tesori at the Public Theatre in NY. Over the weekend, an old friend, George Takei stopped by to see the show and congratulate him backstage along with Playwright David Henry Hwang and the cast.
VIDEO: Take a Look At The Musical Number 'Election Night' from The Public Theater's production of SOFT POWER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 5, 2019
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 5, 2019
Below is a link to a clip from the musical number a?oeElection Nighta?? from The Public Theater's production of SOFT POWER, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton, and direction by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman. SOFT POWER will run through Sunday, November 17.
The Public Extends SOFT POWER Additional Week
by Julie Musbach - October 22, 2019
by Julie Musbach - October 22, 2019
The Public Theater announced today an additional one-week extension of the New York premiere of SOFT POWER, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang and music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, with choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton.
BWW Review: David Henry Hwang, Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER Brilliantly Comments on Entertainment's Power To Mislead
by Michael Dale - October 17, 2019
by Michael Dale - October 17, 2019
A version of American, and of American musical theatre, as seen through a Chinese lens as inaccurate as Rodgers and Hammerstein's lens when focused on Siam.
Review Roundup: What Did the Critics Think of SOFT POWER at the Public?
by Stephi Wild - October 16, 2019
by Stephi Wild - October 16, 2019
The Public Theater presents Soft Power, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton, and is directed by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman.
VIDEO: Get a First Look at Footage From SOFT POWER at the Public
by Stephi Wild - October 16, 2019
by Stephi Wild - October 16, 2019
The Public Theater presents Soft Power, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton, and is directed by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman. Get a first look at footage from the production!
Photo Coverage: SOFT POWER Celebrates Opening Night at the Public Theater
by Monroe George - October 16, 2019
by Monroe George - October 16, 2019
The Public Theater presents Soft Power, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton, and is directed by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman. Check out photos from opening night below!
Photo Flash: Constance Wu Visits SOFT POWER
by Stephi Wild - October 4, 2019
by Stephi Wild - October 4, 2019
Constance Wu came to the new musical Soft Power at The Public Theater last night. She posed backstage with the cast, along with her guests, Thea Brooks and Mia Katigbak.
Photo Flash: First Look at the Public's SOFT POWER
by Julie Musbach - September 30, 2019
by Julie Musbach - September 30, 2019
Get a first look at The Public Theater's production of SOFT POWER, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton, and direction by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal With SOFT POWER At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - September 11, 2019
by A.A. Cristi - September 11, 2019
The Public Theater presents SOFT POWER, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang, music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, choreography by Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton, and is directed by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman.
The Public Extends SOFT POWER One Week
by Julie Musbach - September 11, 2019
by Julie Musbach - September 11, 2019
The Public Theater announced a one-week extension of the New York premiere of SOFT POWER, with play and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Henry Hwang and music and additional lyrics by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori, with choreography by Tony nomineeSam Pinkleton.
SOFT POWER at The Public Extends Through November 10
by Stephi Wild - September 9, 2019
by Stephi Wild - September 9, 2019
The Public Theater has announced that Soft Power has extended through November 10.
Soft Power History
Other Productions of Soft Power
| 2018 | Los Angeles |
World Premiere Los Angeles Production Los Angeles |
| 2019 | Off-Broadway |
Public Theater New York Premiere Off-Broadway |
Soft Power - 2019 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners will appear on a background
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Book of a Musical | David Henry Hwang |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Costume Design for a Musical | Anita Yavich |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Director of a Musical | Leigh Silverman |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Conrad Ricamora |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical | Alyse Alan Louis |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Music | Jeanine Tesori |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Musical | Soft Power |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Orchestrations | Danny Troob |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Scenic Design for a Musical | Clint Ramos |
| 2020 | Drama Desk Awards | Outstanding Sound Design for a Musical | Kai Harada |
| 2020 | Drama League Awards | Outstanding Production of a Musical | Soft Power |
| 2020 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Book of a Musical | David Henry Hwang |
| 2020 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical | Francis Jue |
| 2020 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Off-Broadway Musical | Soft Power |
| 2020 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding New Score | Jeanine Tesori |
| 2020 | The Pulitzer Prize | Pulitzer Prize for Drama | David Henry Hwang |
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