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A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical Broadway

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical

Run Time:
2 hours and 45 minutes with one intermission
Ages: 12+
Opens: November 11, 2024
Buy Tickets from: $75

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Louis Armstrong’s innovative musicianship and incredible charisma as trumpeter and vocalist would lead him from the early days of jazz in his native New Orleans to five decades of international stardom. A Wonderful World tells the story of Armstrong’s blazing musical career from the perspective of his four wives, who each had a unique impact on his life.


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Broadway Jukebox: Broadway Meets Jazz
by Sidney Paterra - November 9, 2024


in just days, A Wonderful World will open on Broadway at. Studio 54. We're celebrating the occasion with a playlist of just a few of our favorite Broadway showtunes turned jazz standards. 

Video: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast Performs 'When You're Smiling' on Good Morning America
by Josh Sharpe - October 24, 2024


James Monroe Iglehart, DeWitt Fleming Jr., and the company of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical visited Good Morning America on Thursday. For their first TV performance, the company sang the classic number When You're Smiling. Watch the performance now!

Photos: James Monroe Iglehart Is Louis Armstrong in A WONDERFUL WORLD First Look
by Michael Major - October 17, 2024


A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical has released First Look photos of Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart and company on Broadway. The production is now running at Studio 54, prior to an opening night on Monday, November 11, 2024.

Video: Watch A WONDERFUL WORLD's First Broadway Curtain Call
by Michael Major - October 17, 2024


Watch as the cast of A Wonderful World starring James Monroe Iglehart as Louis Armstrong, Darlesia Cearcy as Lucille Wilson, Kim Exum as Alpha Smith, Dionne Figgins as Daisy Parker, and Jennie Harney-Fleming as Lil Hardin. Watch the curtain call video now!

A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL to Offer $25 and $49 Rush Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 16, 2024


An in-person and digital rush policy has been announced for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. Find out how to get both digital rush tickets, student rush, and general rush discounted tickets.

Character Breakdown: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Joey Mervis - October 14, 2024


In this video, watch as the cast unpacks their roles including what it's like playing characters based on real life people and find out even more about the new production, set to begin previews at Studio 54.

Meet the Cast of A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - October 16, 2024


A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical is now in previews on Broadway. The musical officially opens on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Studio 54. Meet the cast of A Wonderful World here!

Video: A WONDERFUL WORLD Parades to Studio 54
by Joey Mervis - September 19, 2024


A Wonderful World has found a new home on Broadway! The new musical, which played in Chicago and New Orleans last year, has officially arrived at Studio 54, and the company made sure that all of the theatre district knew about it. In the video, watch as the company leads a Second Line parade and chats more about what audience can expect!

Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast Parades to Studio 54
by Bruce Glikas - September 6, 2024


A special event was held yesterday, September 5, to celebrate the box office opening for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. Check out photos here!

A WONDERFUL WORLD to Host Event to Celebrate Box Office Opening
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 3, 2024


A special event will take place to celebrate the box office opening for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. Learn how to attend and see how to purchase tickets to the show!

Building the World of A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Nicole Rosky - September 25, 2024


When it comes to creating exciting new environments for the stage, Adam Koch and Steven Royal know what they're doing. With over 200 shows under the belts as collaborators, these scenic and video designers will soon transport audiences through the vibrant life of Louis Armstrong in A Wonderful World.

James Monroe Iglehart and Christina Sajous Will Co-Direct A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Stephi Wild - August 27, 2024


The complete creative team has been set for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. The production opens on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Studio 54 (254 West 54th Street). Previews begin on October 16, 2024. 

Branford Marsalis Joins Broadway Music Team For A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Stephi Wild - August 22, 2024


Branford Marsalis joins the Broadway music team for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL, alongside Daryl Waters, Zane Mark, and Darryl G. Ivey.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for A WONDERFUL WORLD- THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - August 20, 2024


A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical is now in rehearsal! The production opens on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Studio 54 (254 West 54th Street). Previews begin on October 16, 2024. Go inside the rehearsal room in new photos below!

Full Cast Set For A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway, Starring James Monroe Iglehart
by Stephi Wild - August 16, 2024


The complete Broadway cast has been set for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical, led by James Monroe Iglehart. Learn more about who is starring in the production here!

Up on the Marquee: A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Jennifer Broski - July 31, 2024


Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart is coming back to Broadway this fall in A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. Check out pics of the new marquee!

Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'What a Wonderful World'
by Blair Ingenthron - July 28, 2024


Watch James Monroe Iglehart perform the title song from A Wonderful World, coming to Broadway this October!

Video: James Monroe Iglehart on A WONDERFUL WORLD- 'You Don't Know Louis'
by Joey Mervis - June 28, 2024


Tony winner James Monroe Iglehart is coming back to Broadway! A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will begin previews on October 16, 2024 and open on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Studio 54. In this video, watch as he chats more about the new musical!

Video: A WONDERFUL WORLD Star James Monroe Iglehart Shares His Top 3 Louis Armstrong Songs
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2024


Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin, Hamilton, Spamalot) will return to Broadway as jazz icon Louis Armstrong in A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. See the star reveal his top 3 Louis Armstrong songs! Watch the video!

Tickets on Sale for A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL - Watch a Teaser
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 16, 2024


Tickets are now on sale for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical starring James Monroe Iglehart. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

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Other Productions of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical

2020   Regional (US) Colony Theatre World Premiere
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2024   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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