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The Pirate Queen 2007

Opened: April 5, 2007
Closing: June 17, 2007

The Pirate Queen - 2007 Broadway History , Info & More

Hilton Theatre
213 West 42nd St. New York, NY

Based on the novel Grania – She King of the Irish Seas by Morgan Llywelyn

The real-life story of the Grace O'Malley, the legendary pirate chieftain who was a pirate, chieftain, love and mother in 16th-century Ireland.


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The Pirate Queen Cast Album Released July 3
by BWW News Desk - July 3, 2007


Today, July 3rd, Masterworks Broadway releases the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's epic new musical The Pirate Queen

Stephanie J. Block to Receive Sardi's Caricature
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2007


Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen will be honored with her caricature unveiling at the world famous Broadway eatery, Sardi's Restaurant

The Pirate Queen to Play Final Performance June 17th
by BWW News Desk - June 6, 2007


Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's THE PIRATE QUEEN will play its final performance on Broadway at the Hilton Theatre (213 West 42nd Street, NYC; A Live Nation venue) on June 17, 2007 following 85 performances and 32 previews.

The Pirate Queen Cast Performs on 'Today Show,' May 31
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2007


The cast of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen, led by Stephanie J. Block and Hadley Fraser, will perform a special arrangement of 'If I Said I Loved You/The Wedding Ring,' live on NBC's 'The Today Show,' Thursday, May 31 during the 9:00AM hour

Masterworks Bway to Release The Pirate Queen Cast Album
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2007


Masterworks Broadway will release the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's epic new musical The Pirate Queen

Stephanie J. Block Featured on AP Radio, May 23
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2007


Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen is featured on the Associated Press Radio 'On Broadway' entertainment newsfeed and podcast, beginning today, Wednesday, May 23

Stephanie J. Block to Perform Live at AIDS Walk NY, 5/20
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2007


Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen will perform live at AIDS Walk New York on Sunday, May 20, during the opening ceremony in Central Park, beginning at 9AM.

BWW Video Show Preview: The Pirate Queen
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2007


BroadwayWorld.com goes to the high seas with these highlights from The Pirate Queen!

Boublil & Block to be Featured on Sirius' Broadway's Best
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2007


The Pirate Queen author Alain Boublil and star Stephanie J. Block will be featured on Sirius Satellite Radio's 'Broadway's Best' beginning Friday, May 11 on Channel 77.

Fox-5 Goes Backstage at The Pirate Queen, May 9
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2007


Stephanie J. Block, star of Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen, gives FOX-5 'Good Day New York' reporter Anne Craig an exclusive back stage tour at Broadway's Hilton Theatre, airing this Wednesday, May 9 between 8:30am and 9:00am

Boublil and Schönberg Set for Upcoming Radio Appearances
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2007


The authors of The Pirate Queen, Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg will be interviewed on XM Radio's 'Downstage Center' on Friday, May 4th, at 6PM, the interview will be repeated on Saturday, May 5th at noon and Sunday, May 6th at 7PM on channel 28.

The Pirate Queen: And It Isn't, It Isn't A Glorious Thing
by Michael Dale - April 29, 2007


The new musical is not so much a horribly bad one as it is an exceedingly dull one, despite the efforts of some talented artists who try to create something entertaining out of material that's inescapably bland.

Boublil and Schönberg Set for Radio Appearances
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2007


The authors of The Pirate Queen, Alain Boublil & Claude-Michel Schönberg will be interviewed on Bud Wilkinson's 'Broadway's Biggest Hits' this weekend, April 28th and 29th, on a number of regional radio stations

Behind the Scenes Look at 'Pirate Queen' Available Online
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2007


Theater fans can log on to Castcom today to watch a special three-part series with behind-the-scenes footage of The Pirate Queen's live performance on ABC's 'The View.'

TV: Broadway Beat - Pirate Queen and So Much More!
by Broadway Beat - April 15, 2007


This week on Broadway Beat it's four-play. Catch Opening Night excitement of The Pirate Queen, Encore's Let's Face The Music, Primary Stages' Exits and Entrances and Anne of Green Gables all on this episode!

Photo Coverage: The Pirate Queen Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - April 6, 2007


Brian O'Brien was chosen as the Gypsy Robe Winner for The Pirate Queen, which opened at the Hilton Theatre on April 5th

Photo Coverage: The Pirate Queen Opening Night
by Walter McBride - April 6, 2007


The new Boublil and Schönberg musical The Pirate Queen, starring Stephanie J. Block as the swashbuckling title character, opened at the Hilton Theatre on April 5th, and BroadwayWorld was there!

'Pirate' Stars Block & Balgord Interviewed on CBS, April 5
by BWW News Desk - April 4, 2007


Stephanie J. Block and Linda Balgord, two stars of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen, will be interviewed on WCBS's '2 News this Morning' on Thursday, April 5th between 6:00-6:30AM on channel 2.

The Pirate Queen Opens on Broadway Tomorrow, April 5
by BWW News Desk - April 4, 2007


The Pirate Queen, the epic new musical from the Tony Award-winning authors of Les Misérables and Miss Saigon, will open officially on April 5th, 2007 at the Hilton Theatre

Boublil and Schönberg to Appear at B&N Book Release Today
by BWW News Desk - April 3, 2007


The authors of The Pirate Queen, Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, will celebrate the release of their new biography, The Musical World of Boublil and Schönberg, today, Tuesday April 3rd at 6:00PM at the Barnes & Noble Lincoln Center

Block and Fraser Interviewed on ABC Morning News, March 25
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2007


Stephanie J. Block and Hadley Fraser, the stars of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg's The Pirate Queen, will be interviewed on WABC's 'Eyewitness News this Morning' on Sunday, March 25th between 9:30-10AM on channel 7

Boubil and Schonberg to Appear at April 3 Book Signing
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2007


Renowned Broadway composers Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg (Les Miserables, Miss Saigon, Martin Guerre, the upcoming The Pirate Queen) will make a rare booksigning appearance at the Barnes & Noble at Lincoln Center, Tuesday, April 3, from 6-7 PM.

Photo Coverage: Pirate Queen Stars and Producers at WLIW
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - March 14, 2007


WLIW21 New York Public Television offered exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the highly anticipated musical, with the broadcast premiere of 'The Pirate Queen: A New Musical - A Broadway Journey,' with Stephanie J. Block, Hadley Fraser and the show's producers present at WLIW!

'Pirate Queen' Special, Hosted by Byrne, Airs March 12
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2007


Monday nights are traditionally a 'dark' night for Broadway, but tonight, March 12 at 9 pm, musical theatre fans can tune in to WLIW21 New York Public Television for exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the highly anticipated musical, with the broadcast premiere of 'The Pirate Queen: A New Musical - A Broadway Journey.'

The Pirate Queen FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in The Pirate Queen and what's the order?
Prologue
The Pirate Queen
Woman
My Grace
Here On This Night
The Waking Of The Queen
Rah-Rah, Tip-Top
The Choice Is Mine
Boys'll Be Boys
The Wedding
I'll Be There
A Day Beyond Belclare
Sail To The Stars
Entr'acte
Enemy At Port Side
I Dismiss You
If I Said I Loved You
The Role of The Queen
The Christening
Let A Father Stand By His Son
Surrender
She Who Has All
The Sea Of Life
Woman To Woman
Finale

The Pirate Queen History

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The Pirate Queen - 2007 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2007 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Costume Design Martin Pakledinaz
2007 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Linda Balgord
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Leavy
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Carol Joyce
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Graciela
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Choreography Daniele
2007 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Costume Design Martin Pakledinaz

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