Sunset Boulevard is going to Broadway | everything we know about the musical revival's 2024 transfer

[@amitmeir8109]

That opening was everything I needed it to be and now I want more!!

[@davesmith5470]

Saw it on Tuesday night (2nd) after a year of anticipation, was the best thing Ive ever seen on stage, absolute genius at work, inspirational artistry on all fronts, lighting, staging, singing, conceptually brilliant.... As an aside I had Sir Ian McKellen sat immediately behind me and when the second act started I overhear him whisper 'is this really live?" and it was all I could do not to turn round and say yes its happening now and you are my hero...but I behaved.

[@itspatherb]

The speed at which this was uploaded after the announcement is peak journalism!!! Also, that intro was prestine! IYKYK!!!!

[@shazmoh1]

Excellent production. Nicole is a revelation.

[@utherteasdale933]

I was at the Thursday Matinee, they announced the broadway revival to us as a post credit scene which was really cool!

[@leraspale1518]

I am SO HAPPY about this and appreciate your commitment to a bit as always, Mickey!

[@theatrewithbenjamin]

I am extremely late to the party for this production, but I can absolutely not wait to finally see it on Saturday afternoon and I am very excited about its Broadway transfer as well!

[@beltingtokra]

That was the walk and talk intro we didnt know we needed 😂 how exciting!

[@annaaltheide5077]

For the Hudson Theatre, they can also walk through the Millennium Hotel. I'm not sure if that's what you mean. But that's a great gateway/pass through as well.

[@Teleringelfon]

I‘ve just been in today‘s Matinee. Firstly WOW, secondly a trailer for Sunset Blvrd going to Broadway has been shown at the end of the performance. 😊

[@rburns5495]

The opening !!! 👏👏👏 Broadway, get really for an absolute treat!

[@TzarinaMystra]

Never been to NYC, but I might just have to figure out how to snag tickets for this one!

[@alicebarlow4761]

I see what you did there with that opening! I appreciate the attention to detail!

[@sarahculverhouse7873]

We went to the last night (SJP & Matthew Broderick were a few rows ahead of us), what a mistake though …. we should have booked an earlier show so we could go again! Now we are determined to save up & go to Broadway. I found your comments fascinating about Nicole wanting to bring the three Brits. I’d definitely take Tom Francis for Joe but gone for two established Americans for the other roles. Either way NY here I come!

[@jenicat55]

So pleased the main 4 are going across - I think that does add to the publicity “see the west end buzz” etc For an alternate I would like to see Leslie Kritzer (original Broadway Delia in beetle juice)

[@bradleyh7582]

That intro was PERFECT!

[@IshScout]

That opening BRAVO! 👏 As exciting as this season is on Broadway wowzers is that 24-25 season shaping up to be just as interesting (hope I can say the same when tours are announced as well) I feel like this isn't the first "surprise" we can expect to see leading into the fall so book travel now everyone lots of excitement on the way. As far as an alternate I do believe she will have one & you're on the right track just hard to pinpoint who because it feels so far off.

[@mwmheps]

I'm so happy I had managed to avoid the spoilers for the start of Act 2 before I saw it haha. I had seen a brief clip of one of the videos but I just assumed it was filming for promotional material not actually live in the show. Was absolutely shook by it! Loved the opening here too ;) In terms of Broadway, I would think it has to be a fall production as you said due to Grace's schedule and the already busy revival season. But yes very curious about the venue - I kinda hope it's at the Majestic (and that I get to see it) as I've never been to that theatre lol, but I also fell in love with the Hudson when I saw Merrily and think the vibe would fit well, so if there is a hotel they can go through that would make sense to me!

[@jaimeahumada4993]

As an American, I have seen the revival of Cabaret in the West End twice and am obsessed with it. I have tickets to see it the week it opens in April on Broadway.

[@carlito876]

It was awesome

[@aschmarkl]

Now I can go see it with Nicole. I’m very excited. Btw. I’m seeing Bacon in a half hour

[@yankee04]

This is VERY exciting news! I can’t wait! I thought of the Hudson for Sunset too because of ATG and because the Hudson does limited runs . If anything going in after Merrily? Majestic seems unlikely since the theater probably needs quite a bit of work, post-Phantom. Mondays are dark on Broadway for most, but not all, shows. I had not heard that Plaza Suite was transferring. I saw it when it was at the Hudson. She was better than he was.

[@lindakahler4799]

Very excited. Thinking The Palace theater. The venue kicked out SpongeBob SquarePants for renovations. It's a corner theater on 50th and supposed to be reopening this fall. Also has a hotel attached plus new technology in the theater space. Have a feeling that Merrily may extend with new cast. Currently extending to July and if it sells may continue there. Seats are very uncomfortable with no elevator. Only possibility is the fact limited runs are there. Marquis theater is very new as far as NY theaters go. Saw Woman in White there with screen image of train running down villain

[@danieljenkins1758]

That intro got me good, fair play!

[@matthewplampton955]

Now we just need a cast album.

[@scottdavis7730]

I guess this means you'll be coming to NY to see Cabaret in the spring and then back again for Sunset Boulevard in the fall!

[@allisonbergh4429]

Ooh, I know!

[@Javachacin]

The question of where is FASCINATING, the Savoy adds so much to the experience in the London show with its glorious art deco interior (almost standing in for Norma’s mansion), complementing the minimalist staging. I think the Hudson is too small, not grand enough for me. I like the idea of the new Palace, since the wonderful interior would have been renovated, only that area outside the theater/new complex is ridiculously crowded with tourist traffic, so I don’t think friendly to the 2nd act opener. If it would be at all possible I would love it in the New Amsterdam 😊 but that ain’t going to happen. I do agree the Shubert is probably the best bet, with the Majestic as a backup. ALSO I could see the Lunt-Fontanne if Sweeney ends its run towards the end of the year, that area around the theater is fairly calm and you have access to the Marquis breezeway and Shubert alley if you really wanted to do a walk about for the act 2 opener. The Lyceum and (the gorgeous) Belasco are also contenders if the Lunt and the Palace are too large of a house.

[@MarcusMartn]

I’m blind going into this show I can’t wait to see Nicole in this role, also I would love to see Nicole as Satine

[@janinehenderson7501]

Its so frustrating that the run was so short and so many people won't get to see it before the transfer. It feels like this was just a warm up for NY, because lets face it, it's Jamie Lloyd. A Broadway transfer was always going to happen, so why so soon?

[@clevm002]

As soon as me and my friend left the theatre we said 'this is going to broadway'. I do think at the moment through a lot of high praised newer Broadway shows are the shows that are more on the positive light hearted side whereas over in the UK it's more the stripped back grittier stuff. That being said the Patti lupone revival of sweeny todd years ago was pretty stripped back and gritty and it did well on Broadway.

[@esantan29]

I thoroughly enjoyed your review and looking forward to seeing it when it comes to Broadway. The only reason I don't think it will be at the Hudson Theatre is its seating capacity. It's less than 1,000 seats. I think they'll look for a venue with a larger seating capacity.

[@lindakahler4799]

Totally agree

[@seattlesusieq]

Have you done a report on all the planned shows coming to NY in 2024?

[@ragtmt15]

November at the St James Theatre

[@teachmusik]

Hopefully Spamalot will still be there.

[@yankee04]

Good guess!

[@MissRach12]

New York Post website has some interesting speculation about venues, timing and who's calling the shots with the decision-making!

[@Muswell]

Mickey Jo - I keep forgetting to ask you. Do you know if there has been - or will be - a cast recording of this amazing show? Surely Nicole will record one?

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

Apparently a live recording has already been made!

[@Muswell]

@@MickeyJoTheatre Oh thank you ! I loved the show so much & Nicole was amazing - I never knew she had those acting skills. That final scene - omg.

[@freyataylor3042]

Just hope it gets another west end run even with a different cast, i loved this cast but the production by itself would be enough to want to see it again

[@rohangardiner6407]

Hi mickeyjo what do you think about sarah brightman doing sunset boulevard in australia ??? We down here are super excited 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@carr0760]

Wouldn't you prefer that they cast someone who can sing?

[@dirkandi]

@@carr0760 The shade of it all....:)

[@carr0760]

@@dirkandi Just facts. She wouldn't have a career if she hadn't married Webber.

[@tylerh2488]

What if they pull a Sweeney Todd and only do 7 performances a week? Also predicting this will be at the Hudson! It would also play beautifully at the Vivian Beaumont but seeing how that’s Lincoln Center owned I don’t see it happening. But what about the Broadway Theater? It’s a huge venue with a side corner!

[@jgllies]

Do you think we'll get a cast recording now?

[@intotheunknown6736]

That's a bummer, I would have loved to see the main three on the West End, just haven't managed to get time off yet to see it.

[@aschmarkl]

The Broadway theater would also work

[@gillyuk1013]

Hahaha took me a good three seconds to work out what the heck was going on in the opening sequence 😂

[@joeevans5770]

Want to know what that other video is now

[@waynedevonald9335]

Fantastic production! Saw it twice! Still prefer the original staging!x

[@dylansmith1833]

Someone on a chat board said Laura Benanti as the Norma alternate. I now desperately wanna see that!

[@lindakahler4799]

Is there still an issue with COVID 19 shots or am I thinking about someone else

[@dylansmith1833]

@@lindakahler4799 It's been almost 2 years since they required proof of vaccination for audience members.

[@lindakahler4799]

@@dylansmith1833 I know but NYC required MD and all healthcare professionals as well as actors to have shots

[@dylansmith1833]

@@lindakahler4799 Oh, you're thinking of Laura Osnes.

[@andrewstorm8240]

Makes sense, yes with cats but visa to perform in US is tricky

[@seattlesusieq]

Where did Stephanie J Block relocate to? I'm guessing all the Elphabas you mentioned would agree to just a one-night-a-week performance.

[@mwmheps]

I think SJB lives in LA currently!

[@carr0760]

No, they really wouldn't. Karen Olivo quit theatre and Shoshana Bean is likely going to Broadway in Hell's Kitchen.

[@seattlesusieq]

@@carr0760 I meant they wouldn't agree.

[@PS-DLMA]

I think....the Alternate will be cast for the same reason why donna murphy was bette midlers Dolly alternate - "mum" aka being a new mum or mum with young kids who dont want to take on full time role

[@steveg7859]

Mickey Joe, are you planning a trip to Australian to see the production that is opening here with Sarah Brightman? Needless to say I don’t think it will be this production of SB!!!

[@PS-DLMA]

I hope Mickey comes for it!

[@dylansmith1833]

I swear, please make more intros like that!

[@bendrp28]

Samantha Pauly will be the Monday Norma 🎉

[@AKMorehouse]

I love this idea… but I wonder if she’ll get tied up with Gatsby’s trajectory.

[@bendrp28]

@@AKMorehouse yeah that could be a problem. All I know is that Jamie Lloyd loves her and she was of course his Evita in London.

[@gillesfleuriot7191]

2024 New Australia Production Sunset Boulevard Featuring Sarah Brightman

[@susanpolastaples9688]

Christine Baranski as Nicole's alternate. Will her West End alternate be promoted to it at Savoy

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

The Savoy run will be ending this weekend, it was always a limited engagement.

[@susanpolastaples9688]

@@MickeyJoTheatrethanks. Hope you and Aeron are doing well

[@FCPA1997]

I’m a huge fan of the original. Betty Buckley was the ultimate Norma and the sets and lighting were phenomenal. I’m not sure about this new version but will keep an open mind and see it here in NY.

[@aschmarkl]

Sho would be a great Tuesday night Norma

[@christopheryoung4563]

I swear Mickey refreshed twitter infront of his camera to make a video first

[@jerewilliams460]

I’ve heard speculation that Lea Michele might be in the mix as either the alternate or as a replacement Norma when the time comes. Some have said that it’s unlikely she’d be interested in doing any role only once a week, but she missed a lot of performances in FUNNY GIRL as her run in that progressed and, whatever it is that’s going on in her life that kept her missing performances, it would be a lot easier for her to show up once a week than 8 times a week. And audiences who’d want to see her would have a better shot at doing so.

[@charliehorey9886]

i don't think it true that she missed a lot of performances. there was one isolated week when her son was in the hospital which is pretty understandable. she was amazing in Funny girl but she is what....35? it seems wildly inappropriate for her to play a faded star no longer in her prime. I cannot wait to see what she does next but this does not seem it.

[@charliehorey9886]

oh she also missed ten days due to covid....something that can happen to any actor and aside from getting vaccinated ....hard to control

[@carr0760]

​@@charliehorey9886she's 37. Nicole is only 45, and Patty was 44 when she originated the role, so she's not actually that far off. Though I do think it's a horrible idea for many, many reasons.

[@nathanwilliams1051]

You've omitted Australia once again! Melbourne has Sarah Brightman coming up this year. I actually think the 'outside the theatre' will work here, especially in winter 🤞

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

Oh I am very excited about that, but it isn't the same production of the show, so not necessarily relevant to this news other than as a fun footnote.

[@carr0760]

I do believe that Karen Olivo quit theatre. Shoshana Bean is in Hell's Kitchen which is transferring to Broadway. The cast hasn't been confirmed yet, but I highly doubt she won't be there.

[@rossp1467]

Who's the scary guy in the hoodie at 0:14? Look out behind you!!!!

[@owenlock2372]

Donna Murphy?! 🤣

[@michaela3910]

This could have big competition for revival if the rumors are true and Audra McDonald is going to be playing Mama Rose in Gypsy!

[@lindakahler4799]

Audra has the pipes for Momma Rose and anyone who saw her as Billie Holiday knows she can act..

[@carr0760]

​@@lindakahler4799I think her 6 Tony awards prove that. We all knew long before she played Billie.

[@lindakahler4799]

@@carr0760 no doubt but my uncle was a musician who was in Artie Shaw's band and toured with Billie. He said that Audra was the embodiment of Billie Holiday. So we are all correct

[@Lavenderpatriot]

It should replace Kimberly Akimbo at the booth- same shubert ally advantage and is a quaint venue

[@hugglebear500]

Do you not think crazy for you is likely to win the upcoming Oliviers?

[@ren598]

I would think Shoshana Bean will transfer with the new Alicia Keys’ musical Hell’s Kitchen opening at the Shubert Theatre in March. I doubt she’ll want to be the alternate Norma Desmond if she has a full time gig with Hell’s Kitchen.

[@witchygrrl]

If Hell's Kitchen does well in its Broadway transfer I guess Shoshana Bean would be out as an option but MAN I WOULD LOSE MY MIND IF SHE DID DO IT. I do like the idea of former Elphabas though. Mandy Gonzalez would kill it. Maybe Eden Espinosa? OOH OR JULIA MURNEY 😱

[@carr0760]

They haven't actually announced the cast for Hell's Kitchen yet, so while it's unlikely, it's possible that Shoshana won't even be in it. I assume that she will be though, and it's not opening until late April, so I highly doubt it would close before fall. Eden is also set to open on Broadway in the spring. Lempicka is finally happening.

[@xonvaldez]

Sunset Boulevard is Sunset Bullevard in England? 🤔

[@clowchan]

i highly doubt KO (fka Karen Olivo) will be back on Broadway anytime soon. They moved to the midwest and expressed previously how disgusted they are with Broadway and certain broadway producers. I think they are now a professor at a university in Illinois Also the speed you uploaded this - dang. This is how I found out this revival is coming to Broadway

[@AKMorehouse]

Was about to share this, but you beat me to it LOL. I also feel like if they were to return to Broadway it would be a project they were with since the beginning that circumnavigated a lot of the producer politics that lead them to leave.

[@danielrobinson7350]

Is the orchestra smaller than in previous Sunset Boulevard’s? Will that cause a problem Union-wise on Broadway, or does that depend on venue?

[@willhaden2057]

Is it ok that I’m a tiniest but offended referring to the KenCen as “regional”? lol. I saw SJB in the role here and she was AMAZING but agree that she’s not right for this version.

[@RaymondNYC1]

I'm sure I'm in the minority on this, but I'm personally not excited about seeing this production. I saw the orig. Broadway production of Sunset Blvd w. Betty Buckley & found her performance rapturous & the set design spectacular, but didn't think much of the rest of the show. Apart from the two hit songs, I thought the score was too sing-songy & a snooze. And as far as this new production goes, I think 'stripped-down' versions of shows are too gimmicky & easy awards show bait. However, people seem to find them interesting & I think between the acclaim that it's received in London, combined w. Scherzinger's high profile from the (dumb but) highly-rated TV show The Masked Singer, it will be a hit.

[@SparkyGirl762]

I agree. A big part of the fun of a Broadway show for me is the glorious, magical set design and elaborate costumes. I get that many people find that old-fashioned, but, for me, that is the experience I want when shelling out big bucks for a show.

[@RaymondNYC1]

@@emhu2594 Now that the marquee is up, ads are around town in subway stations, on buses, etc. & the cast are starting to make the media rounds promoting the show, I admit it's starting to pique my interest... lol

[@cdelfin]

Glad you finally brought it up because its all i was thinking about as you were speaking, LOL. She is absolutely a name in the UK and absolutely not one in the US. Like do we know who she is? Sure. Do we watch things because shes on it? No. I'm sure that all of her solo success was UK/Australia based. Which is why I found it curious when you mentioned that she had pull with the production to bring the cast over. Could be to protect her here as it would be drag and drop? Because bringing the show over with just her (as a marquee name) makes no sense to me. They must be betting on the performance/production as a whole to create the necessary buzz to be a success.

[@PeaceThroughCookies]

American here. Don’t think any non-theatre fans would recognize NS’s name at all. Also Jeremy Jordan is the first person I would cast as Joe.

[@Muswell]

I think you're correct about it opening on Broadway in the Autumn. But November?? No. That's too late - almost Winter ! Lol. Especially if it's a 12-week run, an end of September start would be best.

[@JerryFinkleberry]

Jessica Vosk for Norma Alternate please

[@michaelwood9389]

Broadway Production will open at the Majestic Theatre

[@lindakahler4799]

A fact or a hope?

[@michaelwood9389]

Fact it will open at the Majestic Theatre November

[@MichelleDonalson]

I’m very intrigued to see how they are gonna do the act 2 opener on broadway because the people in Times Square are probably less kind then the London people

[@Kristine_202]

You must not be very familiar with Broadway. First of all...Why would they be in Times Square? Unless they were at the Winter Garden, which I HIGHLY doubt, but even then....There's no theater directly in the middle of Times Square. They will more than likely be on a side street. On top of that, there are outside performances in NYC all the time. (Including ones in Times Square, actually.) Ham 4 Ham is the main one that comes to mind. They performed outside of the Richard Rogers on a regular basis and there was always a crowd there to see it with security guards and people directing traffic. Yeah, NYers can be rude, but when it comes to something like this, it will draw a crowd the same way as it does in London.

[@MichelleDonalson]

@@Kristine_202 what i mean is that even where most of the bway theatres are located there is not a lot of people and not a lot of room for people with cameras

[@H-u-m-a-n_11_06]

My hope is Jessica Vosk for the Norma alternate.

[@notnicknock8581]

Jessica Vosk for Norma please and thank you!!! 🙏

[@steftomasi]

Imagine Patti doing the Mondays...

[@kelsbels68]

Sunset Boulevard is returning to Australia in May starring Sarah Brightman. Not sure if the production will be the new staging.

[@amycarcaterra8177]

i'm shocked it is coming to broadway since it was broadway in 2017 you can't beat Glenn Close. for me Palace, Majestic and Marriott . Maybe Circle In The Square, Where Kimberly or Some Like It Hot theatres. Nicole only known as a pop singer in the USA her popular went way down. Who's Tommy musical will be in the Nederlander theatre. Back to the Future tickets being sold until December 2024. Wicked, Avenue Q, and Hamilton opened in summer or early fall. Everybody is excited for The Notebook. Julie Benko was on Thursday and people

[@xc8bq]

manifesting Jessica vosk as the Norma alternate

[@jameshicks6435]

I know this production has been widely praised, and Jaime Lloyd did wonderful things with the Broadway production of "A Doll's House," but do we really need another Broadway revival of this just seven years after the last one?

[@bendrp28]

Yes, it is extraordinary

[@carr0760]

Timing really doesn't seem to matter with these things. They're talking about another revival of Gypsy when there have already been two Broadway and one west end revivals within the last 20 years.

[@ryebread9299]

HURRAY

[@fairamir1]

Untill yuor last video I had never heard of her....

[@la24828]

mandy gonzales alt norma would be NEXT level omg

[@daveku99]

scaled back versions of musicals where the sets are minimal... what you your opinion? The music may may be great, but the glamour.. the theatrics, and the showmanship; which set 'musicals' for the common man apart from operas? Case in in point... I had the privilege of seeing 'Love Never Dies' in London. It was boring.. scaled back and not the physical 'splash' that the original Phantom was. I was then in Sidney where I saw their production of 'Love Never Dies'. The physical/ visual 'POW' was amazing. They did not hold back. Lyrics were great, but the visual impact was 10x the London production. Some shows lend themselves to minimal theatrics.. i.e. Chicago .Others, built their reputation on theatrics... Phantom. A scaled down version of Sunset... with more blood... does not sound appealing. your thoughts?

[@royperez8965]

Idina Menzel as Norma alt.

[@richardawe8716]

I saw the West End production and was disappointed. After seeing Glenn Close as Norma Desmond on Broadway there’s no comparison. No sets, no costumes, it was all about the music.

[@epicemuchilz]

My prediction: American critics will love it, American audiences will hate it. Great opening of the video btw.

[@dirkandi]

@@emhu2594 A bit different? It's very different and this show is all about the melodrama! Have you seen the movie?

[@dirkandi]

@@emhu2594 Maybe you should have seen the movie first. It's a masterpiece and I just don't get what is so corny about a turban, given the time the story takes place in!

[@peerah]

STEPHANIE J BLOCK PLEASE.

[@MissLizaMay]

I have absolutely no rhyme or reason behind this, but hear me out: Lea Solanga as Norma Desmond

[@carlito876]

I feel like a lot of people here on the US know who nicole is but I don’t feel like she is a big draw. I would be interested in seeing it because (and this may be controversial) i find it a bit challenging to think of her believable as a fading actress no longer in her prime….

[@melbamaloney4572]

Watch it and make a judgment. Many naysayers like you became aysayers after watching the show . You might be surprised how this show became the best show in the West Rnd in London during its run . There was a unanimous critical acclaim this show generated. To see is to believe you will be entertained in a very emotional way . See you all in Broadway don’t rob yourselves of the chance to witness a a truly artistic feat .

[@CanCanCancel]

I’ll Skip It

[@DougerSR]

Looks more like 1984 dystopia & less 1950 Hollywood culture. Thanks. The United State’s version is far superior.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

By the United States version, do you mean the original production which transferred from London? Just like this production is about to do, it's opening on Broadway later this year.

[@KinlochTheMusical]

Am I crazy for wanting Lea Michele as the Broadway alternate?

[@KinlochTheMusical]

I think it could be very "Barbra does Dolly Levi"

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

I mean people are still saying Scherzinger is too young - Lea could still play Betty tbh.

[@dirkandi]

Yes; you are!

[@christopherbutler1980]

Nicole is not a name here. The production is the selling point.

[@ThexImperfectionist]

By "here" do you mean the US or the UK? I don't know how to compare her ability to draw tickets on either side of the pond but I think she has a more recognizable name/face in the mainstream than many seasoned Broadway leads just by having a career outside of theatre alone.

[@christopherbutler1980]

@@ThexImperfectionist The U.S.

[@caterpillar1989]

Nicole still has cult gay following hahaha. Its true though. And technically, she has a more recognizable name than a lot of the celebrity castings in broadways in recent seasons

[@naromekram]

Norma has been miscast. Sherzinger is too beautiful to be normal. Too young. Norma Desmond should be tragic.

[@MickeyJoTheatre]

Did you see it, beloved?

[@naromekram]

@@MickeyJoTheatre No I haven't. I don't want to be mean to Sherzinger, who is quite a specimen for ( I will not ask her age), but the whole point of Norma Desmond is the fading beauty clasping to her youth and how utterly tragic that is. Sherzinger is not a fading, tragic beauty, but who knows, maybe she can convince me if I ever watch her perfomance.

[@ianm.7712]

Broadway can keep it. I hated the show. It so up its own arse