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Groundhog Day 2017

Ages: 13+
Opened: April 17, 2017
Closing: September 17, 2017

Groundhog Day - 2017 Broadway History , Info & More

August Wilson Theatre (Broadway)
245 W. 52nd St. New York, NY 10019

Groundhog Day tells the story of Phil Connors (Andy Karl), a disgruntled big-city weatherman mysteriously stuck in small-town America reliving the same day over and over and over again. But when he gets to know associate TV producer Rita (Barrett Doss), he discovers that a day of second, third and fourth chances just might bring him the promise of a lifetime. It's a classic boy meets girl... boy meets girl... boy meets girl story.



Based on the iconic film, Groundhog Day is re-imagined by the award-winning creators of the international hit Matilda The Musical- including director Matthew Warchus and songwriter Tim Minchin- with a book by original screenwriter Danny Rubin. Starring two-time Tony Award nominee Andy Karl, Groundhog Day is the new musical comedy about living life to the fullest, one day at a time.


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Groundhog Day: EW stage review
9 / 10

Coming off of a well-received run in London at the Old Vic, Groundhog Day - with a book by the original film's screenwriter Danny Rubin, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin (Matilda the Musical), and direction by Matthew Warchus (also Matilda as well as The Norman Conquests and God of Carnage) - doesn't mess too much with that set-up. Why would anyone bother? It's jeweler precise after all. Instead, it gooses up the familiar with dazzling energy, creativity, wit, and heart. Besides Karl, much of the credit goes to the playful stage design and illusions by Rob Howell with Paul Kieve, and the whirling-dervish choreography of Peter Darling with Ellen Kane. At times, Groundhog Day feels more like a plate-spinning magic trick than a Broadway musical.

Andy Karl brightens ‘Groundhog Day’ — theater review
8 / 10

If a groundhog sees its shadow, there'll be six more weeks of winter. If you see 'Groundhog Day,' there'll be 2 hours and 45 minutes of kinetic and sometimes witty but ultimately wearying antics. Fortunately, there's a silver lining: musical-comedy dreamboat Andy Karl, who puts his own irresistible stamp on the arrogant TV weatherman played in the 1993 film by Bill Murray. Karl is hunky, hilarious and huggable as nasty newsman Phil Connors, who gets trapped in a time loop in Punxsutawney, Pa. Karl banged up his knee on stage last week. He was set to perform on Monday for the show's opening at the August Wilson Theatre.

If I Had My Time Again: GROUNDHOG DAY Plays Final Performance Today
by Marissa Sblendorio - September 17, 2017


After 176 performances and 32 previews, Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical Groundhog Day will play its final performance at the August Wilson Theatre today, September 17th.

Photo Coverage: GROUNDHOG DAY Sings at W
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - September 11, 2017


Cast members from the Broadway musical Groundhog Day celebrated their Broadway run with a performance at Broadway at W New York on Sunday, September 10th at 7:30 pm. Miss Saigon star and Tony nominee Eva Noblezada was Sunday night's special guest performer. BroadwayWorld was on hand, check out the photos below!

Photo Coverage: Andy Karl Receives GROUNDHOG DAY Portrait at Tony's Di Napoli!
by Jennifer Broski - August 18, 2017


The Andy Karl and Groundhog Day portrait is the newest addition to Tony Di Napoli prestigious Broadway Wall of Fame. BroadwayWorld was on hand when the portrait was unveiled and you can check out photos from the special occasion below!

Breaking: Farewell, Phil- GROUNDHOG DAY Will Play Final Broadway Performance This September
by Nicole Rosky - August 15, 2017


Today, Tuesday, August 15 at 6:15pm, the producers of the Olivier Award-winning Best New MusicalGroundhog Day, which opened on Broadway to critical acclaim this spring, announced that the show will end its run at the August Wilson Theatre (245 West 52nd Street) on Sunday, September 17, following 176 performances and 32 previews.

Bill Murray Talks GROUNDHOG DAY on The Leonard Lopate Show
by A.A. Cristi - August 11, 2017


Actor Bill Murray made headlines this week as he made multiple trips to revisit one of his finest roles in the musical version of his iconic film Groundhog Day on Broadway.

VIDEO: Tim Minchin Blasts Australian Marriage Equality Plebiscite in New Song
by A.A. Cristi - August 10, 2017


This afternoon, Groundhog Day composer, Tim Minchin entered the debate surrounding marriage equality in Australia with his own twist on the Peter Allen classic, 'I Still Call Australia Home'.

What Did We Do to Deserve Bill Murray? Comedy Legend Returns to GROUNDHOG DAY for Second Night in a Row
by A.A. Cristi - August 9, 2017


Last night, legendary actor Bill Murray made a trip back to Punxsutawney as he attended Groundhog Day on Broadway for the first time. Murray starred as Phil Connors in the 1993 film which the musical is based on.

How the GROUNDHOG DAY Cast Nail Their Unbelievable Quick Changes Again (and Again)
by Danielle Ashley - August 9, 2017


On a recent episode of Broadway Bartender, host Anthony Caporale welcomed Michael Fatica, Travis Waldschmidt, and Vishal Vaidya from the musical GROUNDHOG DAY to the bar. Of all the crazy aspects of the show, one that is most shocking is the amount of costume changes, and how quickly they happen.

What Made Bill Murray Break Into Sobs at GROUNDHOG DAY?
by BWW News Desk - August 9, 2017


Last night, legendary actor Bill Murray made a trip back to Punxsutawney as he attended Groundhog Day on Broadway for the first time. Murray starred as Phil Connors in the 1993 film which the musical is based on.

VIDEO: GROUNDHOG DAY Brings HAMILTON to Punxsutawney With #Ham4All Mashup Music Video!
by Stephi Wild - July 17, 2017


Following the lead of many other Broadway musicals such as Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, and Great Comet, cast members from Groundhog Day have decided to take part in the #Ham4All challenge -- but with a twist! Instead of the typical cover of a Hamilton track, the Groundhog Day cast decided to make a mashup music video with the backbone being My Shot and incorporating lyrics and melodies from songs from their own show.

BWW First Person: Dear Phil Connors- Finding Truth in GROUNDHOG DAY, A Musical For All of Us
by A.A. Cristi - July 2, 2017


I have trouble finding joy in life. I didn't plan this column intending to out myself as a curmudgeon right at the top, in fact, some people would discourage me from revealing such a damning truth at all- but let's go ahead and make this all about me right away and see where that takes us.

VIDEO: Andy Karl & GROUNDHOG DAY Cast Perform on TONY AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - June 11, 2017


Andy Karl and the cast of GROUNDHOG DAY performed on tonight's TONY AWARDS. Watch the performance below!

BWW Interview: #DisneyDad Raymond J. Lee Dishes on GROUNDHOG DAY, Reworks the Stereotypes and Tames Facebook Hatred
by Matthew Blank - June 9, 2017


Raymond J. Lee talks about GROUNDHOG DAY, his experience as an Actor-of-Color and newest gig as a Disney Daddy!

Photo Coverage: Meet the 2017 Tony Nominees - GROUNDHOG DAY's Andy Karl
by Walter McBride - June 5, 2017


On May 3, the 2017 Tony nominees flocked to the Sofitel New York, where they met with the press for the first time since getting the big news. BroadwayWorld will continue bringing you coverage from the epic day over the next month, but for now, check out photos of Best Performance by and Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical nominee for Groundhog Day- Andy Karl, as captured by Walter McBride!

VIDEO: 30 Days of TONY, Day 9: BILLY ELLIOT Dances Away with the Tony Awards
by A.A. Cristi - June 2, 2017


Welcome to BroadwayWorld's Tony Award Countdown: 30 Days of TONY, a loving look at some of the most memorable moments from Tony's history featuring today's nominees!

Backstage with Richard Ridge: How GROUNDHOG DAY's Andy Karl Found His Phil
by Alan Henry - June 5, 2017


Andy Karl may have only just begun his Broadway journey as Phil Connors in Groundhog Day, but his road to Punxsutawney was a long one. Below, watch as the 2017 Tony nominee joins SAG-AFTRA Foundation and BroadwayWorld to chat about winning his first Olivier Award, getting through his pre-opening night injury, and so much more!

Photo Coverage: GROUNDHOG DAY's Andy Karl Becomes Broadway Royalty with a New Portrait at Sardi's!
by Walter McBride - June 1, 2017


Just yesterday, the cast of the Tony-nominated Groundhog Day gathered at Sardi's to celebrate their (also Tony-nominated) leading man, Andy Karl. Karl joins the ranks of Broadway royalty with a brand new portrait for the walls. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the special day below!

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Other Productions of Groundhog Day

2016   West End World Premiere Production
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2017   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2023   West End
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Groundhog Day - 2017 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Andy Karl
2017 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Andy Karl
2017 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway of Off-Broadway Musical Groundhog Day
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Andy Karl
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Danny Rubin
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Director of a Musical Matthew Warchus
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical Groundhog Day
2017 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Tim Minchin
2017 Theatre World Awards Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance Barrett Doss
2017 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Danny Rubin
2017 Tony Awards Best Choreography Ellen Kane
2017 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Matthew Warchus
2017 Tony Awards Best Musical Groundhog Day The Musical
2017 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Tim Minchin
2017 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Andy Karl
2017 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Rob Howell

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