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Violet 2014

Run Time:
One hour and 45 minutes
Ages: 15+
Opened: April 20, 2014
Closing: August 10, 2014

Violet - 2014 Broadway History , Info & More

Todd Haimes Theatre (Broadway)
229 W. 42nd St. New York, NY

Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster (Anything Goes, Thoroughly Modern Millie) returns to Roundabout in the highly anticipated Broadway debut of Violet, following the acclaimed concert performance at City Center Encores! Off-Center. Winner of the Drama Critics' Circle Award and Lucille Lortel Award for Best Musical when it premiered Off-Broadway, Violet features music by Tony nominee Jeanine Tesori (Caroline, or Change, Fun Home) and book and lyrics by Brian Crawley (A Little Princess). Leigh Silverman (Chinglish, Well) directs.


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Violet

Sutton Foster shows different shades in 'Violet'
8 / 10

Violethas the intimate feel of a chamber piece, so the vast space here doesn't seem like an ideal setting. Crawley's sensitive dialogue can drag at times - as can Tesori's rootsy score, which veers from country-flavored ballads to R&B and gospel-tinged production numbers. But Silverman and her cast reward our patience with performances that transcend clichés, taking care to make the fragility of these characters, and their different quests for dignity and love, authentic...The leading lady, not surprisingly, meets the challenges posed by her role - which proves a nice showcase for the folkier, more nuanced quality Foster's singing can take on when she's not belting to the back rows. Not that you'll have any problem hearing her here, or appreciating the courage and passion she brings to her latest star turn.

Review: Sutton Foster Reinvents Herself in “Violet”
8 / 10

Those expecting to see Sutton Foster belting and tap-dancing her way through her latest Broadway leading-role should be warned: the 39-year-old actress, who won Tonys for her turns in Thoroughly Modern Millie and Anything Goes, provides a restrained, intricate performance in Violet, the Jeanine Tesori-Brian Crawley musical now open at the American Airlines Theatre...It's hard to believe Violet was Testori's first musical, as her score is rich with complex melodies and delicate themes. A blend of country, gospel, blues and bluegrass, Tesori's music pay tribute to the best of the American roots. Crawley's lyrics are pure poetry, utilizing the plain-spoken language of the time to create beautiful illustrations of the difference between perception and reality...For Broadway, book writer Crawley has cut Violet from a two-act play into a one-act. At nearly two hours without intermission, Foster never leaves the stage. This is Violet's story, and Violet wouldn't dare let anyone else tell it. Which is good, because you'll fall in love with Foster so wholeheartedly, you won't want her to leave anytime soon.

Roundabout's VIOLET, Starring Sutton Foster, Closes on Broadway Today
by Tyler Peterson - August 10, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Violet, starring two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry conclude sits limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre today, Sunday, August 10, 2014 at 2:00PM.

VIOLET with Sutton Foster Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - July 28, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Violet, starring two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry will conclude its limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) on Sunday, August 10, 2014 at 2:00PM.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: VIOLET Cast Celebrates 100th Performance on Broadway!
by Jennifer Broski - July 18, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company is currently presenting the Violet, which plays a strictly limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) through August 10, 2014. Based on the short story 'The Ugliest Pilgrim' by Doris Betts, Violet features music by Jeanine Tesori, book & lyrics by Brian Crawley and direction by Leigh Silverman. Violet is produced in association with Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino, David Mirvish, Barry and Fran Weissler, Elizabeth Armstrong, and Mary Jo and Ted Shen. The show just celebrated its 100th performance and you can check out an exclusive photo from backstage below!

Tony Winner Levi Kreis Joins VIOLET as 'The Preacher'
by BWW News Desk - June 30, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that Tony Award winner Levi Kreis (Million Dollar Quartet) joins the company of Violet as 'The Preacher.' Violet stars two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry. Only six weeks remain to see the Tony nominated production, which plays a strictly limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) through August 10, 2014.

Tony Winner Levi Kreis to Join Broadway's VIOLET as 'The Preacher' on 7/1
by Nicole Rosky - June 11, 2014


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) just announced that Tony Award winner Levi Kreis (Million Dollar Quartet) will join the company of Violet as 'The Preacher,' beginning performances Tuesday, July 1, 2014. Violet stars two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster, Colin Donnell, Alexander Gemignani and Tony Award nominee Joshua Henry. The Tony nominated production plays a strictly limited engagement at Broadway's American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) through August 10, 2014.

BWW Countdown: You Tweeted, We Counted Your Favorite Sutton Foster Roles
by Matt Tamanini - June 6, 2014


Last week we asked you to rank your favorite Sutton Foster roles in our first BWW Countdown. Well, you took to Social Media in huge numbers and we have the results. What do you think of the list? If your favorite isn't as high as you would have liked, make sure to vote more next time!

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- VIOLET's Emerson Steele
by BWW Staff - June 6, 2014


In this week's edition, we caught up with Emerson Steele, who is starring as 'Young Violet' in Violet- currently playing at the American Airlines Theatre.

'Bunheads' Amy Sherman-Palladino Talks Reuniting with VIOLET's Sutton Foster
by Caryn Robbins - June 4, 2014


'Bunheads' scribe Amy Sherman-Palladino talks about her first Broadway producing experience for the Sutton Foster-led VIOLET

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- VIOLET's Ben Davis
by BWW Staff - May 30, 2014


In this week's edition, we caught up with Ben Davis, who is starring as 'Preacher' in Violet- currently playing at the American Airlines Theatre.

BWW Countdown: You Get to Rank the Top-10 Sutton Foster Roles
by Matt Tamanini - May 27, 2014


For over a dozen years, the name 'Sutton Foster' has been synonymous with Broadway greatness. Now, BroadwayWorld wants to know which of Sutton's roles is your favorite. Take a look at the list, follow @BroadwayWorld on Twitter, and tweet the hashtag #BWWCountdownSutton and your answer. We will unveil your picks on Friday, June 6th, right before the Tonys.

BWW Interviews: Debut of the Month - VIOLET's Emerson Steele on Playing Young Sutton & More
by Caryn Robbins - May 29, 2014


Today, Emerson chats exclusively with BWW about working with her biggest idol, Sutton Foster and why her Broadway debut experience has been 'truly indescribable!'

STAGE TUBE: VIOLET's Sutton Foster and Company Perform 'All to Pieces' on THE VIEW
by Stage Tube - May 20, 2014


Sutton Foster and the cast of the Broadway musical VIOLET performed on THE VIEW this morning. The musical has picked up four 2014 Tony nominations, including Best Revival of a Musical and Best Performance nods for Foster and Joshua Henry. Below, check out the cast's performance of 'All to Pieces'!

In the Spotlight Series: In the Tonys Photo Booth with Nominee Sutton Foster
by Walter McBride - May 17, 2014


Below you can check out photos of Sutton Foster, nominated for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Violet, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In the Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- Find Out Which Past Tony Ceremony is Sutton Foster's Favorite!
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2014


Today we continue our Tonys coverage with Sutton Foster, a nominees for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for Violet, who chats about reuniting with theatre family on this project, how her and her brother Hunter discovered the Tony Awards, and much more. Check out what she had to say below!

In the Spotlight Series: In the Tonys Photo Booth with Nominee Joshua Henry
by Walter McBride - May 10, 2014


Below you can check out photos of Joshua Henry, nominated for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for Violet, in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In the Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

VIDEO: Sutton Foster & Cast of VIOLET Perform 'On My Way' on Today
by Caryn Robbins - May 5, 2014


Sutton Foster and the cast of the Broadway musical VIOLET kicked off 'Best of Broadway' week on NBC's Today.

TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- VIOLET's Joshua Henry Talks the Icing on His Broadway Cake!
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2014


Today we continue our Tonys coverage with Joshua Henry, a nominee for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for Violet, who chats about screaming at his iPad when his name was announced, the show's trip to Broadway, and more. Check out what he had to say below!

VIDEO: Sutton Foster Talks Tony Nod & More on TODAY
by Caryn Robbins - April 29, 2014


Broadway actress Sutton Foster stopped by this morning's TODAY show to talk about her starring role Roundabout Theater Company's "Violet.'

Violet FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Violet and what's the order?
Water in the Well
Surprised
On My Way
M&Ms
Luck of the Draw
Question & Answer
All to Pieces
A Healing Touch
Let It Sing
Who'll Be the One (If Not Me)
You're Different
Lonely Stranger
Anyone Would Do
Lay Down Your Head
Hard to Say Goodbye
Promise Me, Violet
Raise Me Up
Down the Mountain
Look at Me
That's What I Could Do
Bring Me to Light
Water In The Well
Surprised
On My Way
M&M's
Luck of the Draw
Question 'n' Answer
All To Pieces
Let It Sing
Anyone Would Do
Who'll Be The One (If Not Me)
Last Time I Came To Memphis
Lonely Stranger
Lay Down Your Head
Anyone Would Do (Reprise)
Hard To Say Goodbye
Promise Me, Violet
Raise Me Up
Down The Mountain
In The Chapel
Raise Me Up (Reprise)
Look At Me
That's What I Could Do
Surprised (Reprise)
Promise Me, Violet (Reprise)
Bring Me To The Light

Violet History

Other Productions of Violet

1997   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2014   Broadway Roundabout Production
Broadway
2019   West End London Premiere at Charing Cross Theatre
West End

Violet - 2014 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2014 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Sutton Foster
2014 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Joshua Henry
2014 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Sutton Foster
2014 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Joshua Henry
2014 Drama League Awards Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Violet
2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Sutton Foster
2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Joshua Henry
2014 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Violet
2014 Theatre World Awards Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance Emerson Steele
2014 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Leigh Silverman
2014 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Joshua Henry
2014 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Sutton Foster
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Ted Shen
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Mary Jo Shen
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Elizabeth Armstrong
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Fran Weissler
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Barry Weissler
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical David Mirvish
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Daniel Palladino
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Amy Sherman-Palladino
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Sydney Beers
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Julia C. Levy
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Harold Wolpert
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Todd Haimes
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roundabout Theatre Company
2014 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Violet

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