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Scandalous 2012

Opened: November 15, 2012
Closing: December 09, 2012

Scandalous - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

Neil Simon Theatre (Broadway)
250 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019

SCANDALOUS is based on the life of Aimee Semple McPherson (1890-1944), the world's first media superstar evangelist -- a woman whose passion for saving souls equaled her passion for making sensational headlines and attracting overflow crowds of thousands throughout the world. Time Magazine named Aimee Semple McPherson one the most influential people of the twentieth century.



Set in 1920's Los Angeles, holiness collides with Hollywood in this extraordinary tale of one remarkable woman's charismatic rise to fame amidst scandalous love affairs and growing controversy, inevitably ending in her much-publicized fall from grace.










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Theater review: ‘Scandalous’
4 / 10

Kathie Lee Gifford's musical about evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson is too bombastic for its own good.

Theater Review: 'Scandalous: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson'
3 / 10

The Tony Award for fearless determination - if such a thing actually existed, ought to go to Kathie Lee Gifford. She has been developing and promoting her musical 'Scandalous: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson' - for which she wrote the lyrics, book and even some of the music - for more than a decade…'Scandalous' is like a combination of 'Leap of Faith,' another musical about an evangelist, which flopped last spring, and 'Chaplin,' also a bland bio musical...The score - the work of no less than three composers - mainly consists of generic samplings from various genres: Irish jig, beer hall anthem, tambourine-shaking prayer and so on…Carolee Carmello, who has spent the past few years alternating between the tryouts of 'Scandalous' and stints in 'Mamma Mia!,' throws all of her dramatic and vocal intensity into the role, but it is an off-putting, aggressive performance.

Poll Results: Voters Think Hurricane Sandy Had Little to Do With SCANDALOUS' Early Closing
by Nicole Rosky - December 17, 2012


We asked you how much of an impact you think that Hurricane Sandy had on the show's closing. Check out your response below!

Kathie Lee Gifford's SCANDALOUS, Starring Carolee Carmello, Closes on Broadway Today
by BWW News Desk - December 9, 2012


The new Broadway musical Scandalous: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson will play its final performance at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street) today, December 9 at 3 p.m.

SCANDALOUS' David Pomeranz Performs Solo Concert at 54 Below Tonight
by Oliver Oliveros - December 9, 2012


David Pomeranz, pop hitmaker and "Scandalous" on Broadway's composer, will hold a one-night-only solo concert at 54 Below, Broadway's famed nightclub, tonight, December 9 at 7 p.m.

Review - A Civil War Christmas & Scandalous
by Ben Peltz - December 7, 2012


Set during one of the most tumultuous periods in our country's history, Paula Vogel weaves several intimate stories of soldiers, escaped slaves, would-be kidnappers and the country's first couple into a comforting evening of holiday storytelling, A Civil War Christmas.  Director Tina Landau, music director Andrew Resnick and a talented ensemble of eleven tread through episodes of tragedy, racism, frivolity and hopefulness in a display that hints at, while not exactly drawing parallels to, a traditional nativity pageant.

POLL: How Much of an Effect Do You Think Hurricane Sandy Had on SCANDALOUS' Early Closing?
by BWW News Desk - December 7, 2012


New BroadwayWorld.com Poll - How much of an effect do you think Hurricane Sandy had on SCANDALOUS' early closing?

Breaking News: Kathie Lee Gifford Penned SCANDALOUS to Close on Broadway December 9
by Robert Diamond - December 4, 2012


The new Broadway musical SCANDALOUS: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson will play its final performance at the Neil Simon Theatre (250 West 52nd Street) on Sunday, December 9 at 3 p.m.

SCANDALOUS Teams with New York Dream Center for AN EVENING OF DREAMS
by Nicole Rosky - December 3, 2012


This holiday season, the new Broadway musical SCANDALOUS: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson has partnered with The New York Dream Center in a new citywide community outreach initiative, 'An Evening of Dreams.'

SCANDALOUS Producers Put Additional Funds in to Cover Show's Losses
by Nicole Rosky - November 29, 2012


Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, Scandalous opened at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre earlier this month on November 15. According to the New York Times, show creator Kathie Lee Gifford, and lead producers Dick and Betsy DeVos are working hard to prevent an early closing.

SCANDALOUS' David Pomeranz Performs Solo Concert at 54 Below, 12/9
by Oliver Oliveros - November 27, 2012


David Pomeranz, pop hitmaker and "Scandalous" on Broadway's composer, will hold a one-night-only solo concert at 54 Below, Broadway's famed nightclub, on Sunday, December 9 at 7 p.m.

Theater Talk Features SCANDALOUS This Weekend
by Kelsey Denette - November 21, 2012


Kathie Lee Gifford, the librettist, lyricist and driving force behind the new Broadway show, Scandalous: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson, visits THEATER TALK with three of show's stars - Carolee Carmello, George Hearn and Roz Ryan - to discuss McPherson, the charismatic evangelist who captured America's attention in the 1920s. They also talk about life, Hota Kotb and the different forces that brought the talented quartet together to create this new American musical.

SCANDALOUS Partners With the New York Dream Center for 'An Evening of Dreams' Citywide Outreach Initiative
by Kelsey Denette - November 21, 2012


This holiday season, the new Broadway musical SCANDALOUS: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson is partnering with The New York Dream Center in a new citywide community outreach initiative, 'An Evening of Dreams.'

Photo Coverage Exclusive: Inside the SCANDALOUS Gypsy Robe Ceremony
by Walter McBride - November 18, 2012


On November 15, the company of Scandalous celebrated their opening night with the Gypsy Robe ritual with the company's recipient Carlos L. Encinias. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the event and brings you full photo coverage below!

TV: Behind the Scenes for Opening Night of SCANDALOUS - Carolee Carmello, George Hearn, Kathie Lee Gifford and More!
by Kelsey Denette - November 16, 2012


Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, Scandalousbegan performances at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre on October 13, 2012 and opened last night, Thursday, November 15. BroadwayWorld brings you coverage of SCANDALOUS' opening night - hear what the stars had to say below!

Photo Coverage: SCANDALOUS' Opening Night Arrivals!
by Walter McBride - November 16, 2012


Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, Scandalous began performances at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre on October 13, 2012 and opened last night, Thursday, November 15. BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage from the opening night arrivals below!

Photo Coverage: SCANDALOUS Opening Night on Broadway - the After Party!
by Jennifer Broski - November 16, 2012


Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, Scandalous began performances at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre on October 13, 2012 and opened last night, Thursday, November 15. BroadwayWorld brings you complete coverage of the opening night festivities - check out photos from the opening night party below!

Photo Coverage: SCANDALOUS Opening Night on Broadway - Curtain Call!
by Jennifer Broski - November 16, 2012


BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage from the curtain call below!

Review Roundup: SCANDALOUS Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - November 15, 2012


Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, Scandalous began performances at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre (250 W. 52nd St.) on October 13, 2012. Opening Night is tonight, November 15th. Let's see what the critics had to say...

Breaking News Update: SCANDALOUS Cancels Both Wednesday Shows; Carolee Carmello on Vocal Rest
by Robert Diamond - November 14, 2012


Earlier today the matinee was canceled and now both today's 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. preview performances (Wednesday, November 14) of the new Broadway musical SCANDALOUS: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson have been canceled. Leading lady and two-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello has been sidelined with vocal fatigue, and by doctor's orders has been placed on a brief vocal rest.

Breaking News: SCANDALOUS Cancels Today's Matinee; Carolee Carmello on 'Brief' Vocal Rest
by Robert Diamond - November 14, 2012


Today's 2 p.m. matinee preview performance (Wednesday, November 14) of the new Broadway musical SCANDALOUS: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson has been canceled. Leading lady and two-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello has been sidelined with vocal fatigue, and by doctor's orders has been placed on a brief vocal rest.

TV: Sneak Peek of Carlolee Carmello, George Hearn and More in SCANDALOUS- Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - November 13, 2012


Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, Scandalous began performances at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre (250 W. 52nd St.) on October 13, 2012. Opening Night is set for Thursday, November 15 (6:30 p.m.). BroadwayWorld brings you just-released performance highlights below!

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Andrew Samonsky
by BWW - November 9, 2012


In this week's edition, we caught up with Andrew Samonsky, who is starring as 'Harold McPherson' and 'Kenneth Ormiston' in Scandalous- currently in previews at the Neil Simon Theatre, and opening on November 15.

STAGE TUBE: SCANDALOUS' Roz Ryan Sings for Kathie Lee Gifford on TODAY SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - November 2, 2012


Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, SCANDALOUS began performances at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre (250 W. 52nd St.) on October 13, 2012, with opening Night set for November 15. In the video below, Roz Ryan gives Kathie Lee a special surprise at 'The Today Show' by singing 'Natural Woman.' Check out her performance below!

BWW Exclusive STAGE ART - SCANDALOUS
by BWW - November 16, 2012


This week - it's all about Scandalous! Featuring book and lyrics by Kathie Lee Gifford and music by David Pomeranz and David Friedman, Scandalous began performances at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre on October 13, 2012 and opened last night, Thursday, November 15.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- Roz Ryan
by BWW - October 19, 2012


In this week's edition, we caught up with Roz Ryan, who is starring as 'Emma Jo' in SCANDALOUS- currently in previews at the Neil Simon Theatre, and opening on November 15.

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Scandalous - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Carolee Carmello
2013 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Carolee Carmello

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