The time is Renaissance England, where two brothers, Nick and Nigel Bottom, are desperate to write a hit play. But how can they when the competition is the biggest star of the era, everyone's favorite bard: William Shakespeare? So they seek out the soothsayer Nostradamus. But not the Nostradamus, his nephew Thomas, who gives our heroes a completely original idea from the future - write a play with songs. And thus, the first ever musical is born. But not without much mayhem, madness, and musical mishaps. There is indeed Something Rotten! - and it will have audiences rolling in the aisles.
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Matt Allen, who served as a swing in the Broadway production of *Something Rotten!*, has a diverse theatrical background that includes numerous roles and understudy positions on Broadway, national tours, and regional theaters. more...
David Beach, known for his Broadway roles in Mamma Mia!, Urinetown, and Moon Over Buffalo, brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of Something Rotten! more...
Tracee Beazer, known for her performances in Broadway hits like Memphis and The Wedding Singer, graced the stage in Something Rotten!, showcasing her versatile talent. more...
Catherine Brunell, known for her Broadway performances in shows like "Mary Poppins" and "Thoroughly Modern Millie," brought her extensive experience to the stage in "Something Rotten!" more...
Callie Carter, known for her impressive Broadway credits including Evita, Rock of Ages, and Spamalot, brought her extensive experience to the stage in Something Rotten! more...
Max Clayton, who boasts an impressive Broadway resume including roles in The Music Man and Moulin Rouge, was also a standout in Something Rotten! more...
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Elizabeth Earley, who was part of the Original Broadway Cast of *Something Rotten!*, has an impressive resume that includes roles in *Some Like It Hot* and *Hello, Dolly!* on Broadway, as well as numerous national tours and regional theater productions. more...
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Josh Grisetti, who starred in Broadway's Something Rotten!, has a distinguished career with notable performances in It Shoulda Been You and Neil Simon's Broadway Bound, as well as award-winning roles in regional productions like How to Succeed... and Matilda. more...
David Hibbard, who graced the Broadway stage as a cast member in Something Rotten, has an impressive resume that includes roles in Elf, Billy Elliot, and Spamalot, and has also performed extensively in regional theatre and Off-Broadway productions. more...
Edward Hibbert, known for his extensive Broadway credits including "The Drowsy Chaperone" and "Curtains," brought his seasoned talent to the cast of "Something Rotten!" more...
Jenny Hill, known for her vibrant performances in Broadway hits like Seussical and Spamalot, brought her talents to the stage in Something Rotten! more...
Leah Hofmann, who graced the stage in Broadway's War Horse and toured nationally with Young Frankenstein, brought her extensive experience in productions like Sunset Boulevard and The Producers to the cast of Something Rotten! more...
Stacey Todd Holt, who brought his talents to Broadway in productions such as The Producers and The Drowsy Chaperone, was also a part of the cast of Something Rotten!, showcasing his versatile experience from both stage and screen. more...
Aaron Kaburick, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with his role in "Something Rotten," has also showcased his talents in productions like "Motown" and "Sister Act." more...
Tari Kelly, known for her standout performances on Broadway in shows like Groundhog Day and Anything Goes, also graced the stage in Something Rotten!, bringing her extensive experience from both national tours and regional theater to the role. more...
Leslie Kritzer, a versatile performer with a rich background in both Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, brought her talent to the stage in the past with her memorable role in "Something Rotten!" more...
Rob McClure, who graced the stage in Something Rotten!, has an impressive list of accolades including Tony, Drama League, Astaire, and Outer Critics Circle nominations, and has won Theatre World and Clive Barnes awards for his performance in Chaplin: The Musical. more...
Beth Johnson Nicely, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with her performance in "Something Rotten," has an impressive resume that includes roles in "Bullets Over Broadway" and "Young Frankenstein," and has even showcased her talents as a Radio City Rockette. more...
Brian Ogilvie, who brought his dynamic talents to the Broadway stage in roles such as a dancing statue in Mary Poppins and the title character in Tarzan, graced the cast of Something Rotten! with his extensive experience in musical theatre. more...
Brad Oscar, who was nominated for a 2001 Tony Award for his role as Nazi playwright "Franz Liebkind" in The Producers, brought his versatile talent to the stage of Something Rotten! in the past, adding to his impressive resume that includes roles such as "The Devil" in Damn Yankees and "Master of Ceremonies" in Cabaret. more...
Adam Pascal, who starred in the Broadway production of Something Rotten! before leading its National tour, has had a prolific career on stage, including originating the role of Roger Davis in Rent and starring in hit musicals like Aida and Memphis. more...
Aleks Pevec, who has graced Broadway stages in productions like "Something Rotten," "Aladdin," and "Catch Me if You Can," brings a wealth of experience from both national tours and regional theater to his diverse roles. more...
Hayley Podschun, who has graced Broadway in productions like Hairspray and Sunday in the Park with George, brought her extensive experience to the cast of Something Rotten! more...
Eric Sciotto, who graced the Broadway stage in the role of "Something Rotten," has an impressive list of credits including Annie Get Your Gun, Aida, and Rock of Ages, showcasing his versatile talent in both Broadway and regional productions. more...
Brian Shepard, who graced the Broadway stage in "Something Rotten!" among other notable productions, has also shined in regional roles such as Phil in "White Christmas" and Cosmo Brown in "Singin' in the Rain." more...
Ryan VanDenBoom, a Michigan native and original cast member of Something Rotten!, showcased his versatility on both stage and screen before returning to Broadway in Bandstand. more...
Gerry Vichi, known for his roles in Find Me Guilty, Sex and the City 2, and Man on a Ledge, brought his seasoned acting skills to the stage in Something Rotten! more...
Awards and Nominations
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards
Best Featured Actor in a Musical: Christian Borle won.
2015 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Brian d'Arcy James was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Christian Borle won.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Brad Oscar was nominated but did not win.
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Christian Borle was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Brian d'Arcy James was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: John Cariani was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Heidi Blickenstaff was nominated but did not win.
2015 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Christian Borle won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Brad Oscar was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Brian d'Arcy James was nominated but did not win.
Something Rotten! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Welcome to the Renaissance
God, I Hate Shakespeare
Right Hand Man
God, I Hate Shakespeare (Reprise)
A Musical
The Black Death
I Love the Way
Will Power
Bottom's Gonna Be On Top
Welcome to the Renaissance (Reprise)
Hard To Be The Bard
It's Eggs!
We See The Light
To Thine Own Self
Right Hand Man (Reprise)
Something Rotten! / Make an Omelette
To Thine Own Self (Reprise)
Finale
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