AFTER MIDNIGHT is the Broadway production of Encores' critically acclaimed Cotton Club Parade. This heart-pounding new musical brings the sexy, smoky glamour of Harlem's Golden Age to a whole new generation. At the heart of AFTER MIDNIGHT is The Jazz at Lincoln Center All-Stars, an orchestra of 17 world-class musicians hand-picked by nine-time Grammy Award winner Wynton Marsalis. The timeless songs of Duke Ellington and his contemporaries--woven together by the prose of Langston Hughes--provide a backdrop for cutting-edge performances by 25 sensational vocalists and dancers, including an exciting roster of Special Guest Star headliners.
This thrilling experience puts you at the center of one of Harlem's legendary nightclubs, in a hotbed of Jazz - its intoxicating rhythms, its innovative style, its unpredictable danger and fun. And, as directed and choreographed by Warren Carlyle, AFTER MIDNIGHT blurs the line between past and present to prove that Jazz is more than music--it's a state of mind.
Marija Abney, who graced the stage in After Midnight, boasts an impressive background with a BFA from The Ailey School/Fordham University and an MA from NYU's Tisch, and has showcased her talents in notable films like Black Panther and Avengers: Infinity War, as well as in other theatrical productions such as The Lion King and The Cher Show. more...
Phillip Attmore, a "So You Think You Can Dance" alumnus and three-time Astaire Award winner, brought his exceptional talent to the stage in After Midnight, adding to his impressive list of Broadway and film/television credits. more...
Fantasia Barrino, who captivated audiences with her powerful performances, brought her immense talent to the stage in After Midnight, adding to her impressive list of accomplishments since her American Idol victory. more...
Taeler Elyse Cyrus, an Ailey/Fordham BFA graduate with Broadway credits including After Midnight, brought her extensive dance experience to the stage in this vibrant show. more...
Carmen Ruby Floyd, known for her thrilling rendition of "Creole Love Call" in her fourth Broadway show, After Midnight, has a rich background in both musical theater and television, having also performed for notable figures such as former Presidents Obama and Clinton. more...
Jared Grimes, a versatile artist known for his talents in singing, dancing, acting, and choreographing, showcased his remarkable skills as a performer and choreographer in the Broadway production of After Midnight, directed by Warren Carlyle. more...
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Bahiyah Hibah, known for her dynamic performances in Broadway hits such as The Color Purple, Pal Joey, and Chicago, also graced the stage in After Midnight. more...
Rosena M. Hill Jackson, known for her dynamic performances on Broadway in shows like After Midnight and The Color Purple, has also graced the stage as a soloist with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall. more...
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Adriane Lenox, who graced the stage in After Midnight, is a Tony Award winner for her role in Doubt: A Parable and has showcased her talent in Broadway productions such as Kiss Me, Kate and Dreamgirls. more...
Bryonha Marie, who graced the stage in the Broadway production of After Midnight, has an impressive resume that includes roles in Prince of Broadway, The Book of Mormon, and The Gershwin's Porgy and Bess, among others. more...
Cedric Neal, who starred in the Tony-nominated Broadway production of "After Midnight," has an extensive career that includes being a semifinalist on "The Voice UK" 2019 and making his West End debut as Berry Gordy in "Motown- The Musical." more...
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Justin Prescott, a Houston native and SUNY Purchase College graduate, showcased his talents in the vibrant production of After Midnight, among other notable Broadway performances. more...
T. Oliver Reid, a versatile and award-winning Broadway performer, showcased his talents in After Midnight, adding to his impressive repertoire of 13 Broadway shows, including his recent role in the Tony-winning revival of Once On This Island. more...
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Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, a celebrated tap dancer known for her extensive contributions to the art form, including her role in the Broadway production of After Midnight, continues to be revered as one of the most dynamic tap dancers in the industry today. more...
Awards and Nominations
2014 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Adriane Lenox was nominated but did not win.
2014 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical: Adriane Lenox was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Jazz At Lincoln Center All-Stars Music Director
Gretchen Androsavich Wig Designer
John Lee Beatty Scenic Designer
Howell Binkley Lighting Designer
Warren Carlyle Director
Choreographer
Peter Hylenski Sound Designer
Cookie Jordan Make-Up Designer
Charles G. LaPointe Hair Designer
Isabel Toledo Costume Designer
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