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The musical Something Rotten! closed on Broadway on January 1, 2017.

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Something Rotten! – About the Show

Highlights of Something Rotten! – Must-See Moments

Parody of Famous Broadway Musicals

In Act One, the showstopper “A Musical” delivers a hilarious medley packed with nods to Broadway classics such as “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Rent,” “Les Miserables,” “Hello, Dolly!,” “Chicago,” and “Cats.” The number bursts with over-the-top singing and dancing, bringing the audience to its feet in roaring applause. Fans of Broadway musicals will instantly recognize the clever parodies woven into this high-energy performance.

Nominated for 9 Tony Awards in 2015

At the 69th Annual Tony Awards in 2015, Something Rotten! received an impressive nine nominations. Christian Borle, who played the flamboyant role of Shakespeare, won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical, securing the show’s place as one of the most talked-about Broadway musicals of the season.

Something Rotten! – Show info

Show details of Something Rotten!

Theater location：
St. James Theatre
246 West 44th Street New York, NY (Map)

Performance Run:
Previews: March 23, 2015
Opening: April 22, 2015
Closing: January 1, 2017

Show Links:

List of closed Broadway shows

Type of the show:
Fun Stunning Dance

Something Rotten! – Story

The Plot / Summary of Something Rotten!

Set in Elizabethan London during the sixteenth century.

Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are struggling playwrights who have yet to write a single hit. Desperate to surpass William Shakespeare, they turn to a soothsayer named Nostradamus.

He foretells that the future of theater will involve actors who sing and dance as well as speak. Inspired, the Bottom brothers decide to create not a work called “Hamlet” but the world’s first musical, “Omelette.”

Nick keeps seeking advice from Nostradamus, though the prophecies are often unreliable. Determined to make “Omelette” a success, he pushes ahead while facing setback after setback.

Nigel, who has real writing talent, secretly hates the idea of creating a show about eggs. Torn between supporting his brother and pursuing his own artistic vision, he finds new inspiration when he falls in love with Portia, the daughter of a strict Puritan.

Meanwhile, Shakespeare faces pressure to follow the triumph of “Romeo and Juliet” with another major success. Admiring Nigel’s talent, he disguises himself as an actor named “Toby Belch” and infiltrates the Bottoms’ troupe, stealing ideas that will ultimately shape his masterpiece “Hamlet.” But will his plan work or collapse spectacularly?

Something Rotten! – Movie

The YouTube trailer of Something Rotten!

This is a promotional video for the Broadway musical “Something Rotten!” You can see scenes from the singing and dancing comedy stage production.

Something Rotten! – Explore, FAQ

Behind the Scenes of Something Rotten!

Fast-paced comedy packed with everything you love about musicals

Something Rotten! began as an idea that brothers Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick had been developing since the 1990s. Working with John O’Farrell, one of the United Kingdom’s best-known comedy writers and playwrights, they shaped the story into its final form. The musical was originally planned to have a 2015 tryout at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre. However, when a Broadway venue unexpectedly opened up, the producers took the chance and skipped the out-of-town run, bringing the show straight to Broadway. The result is a lively, fast-paced comedy that delivers the full excitement of a big Broadway musical.

The Japanese production of Something Rotten! starred Takanori Nishikawa (TM Revolution)

After its Broadway run came to a close, Something Rotten! made its way to Japan thanks to acclaimed director Yuichi Fukuda, known for his sharp comedy. The Japanese-language production premiered in 2018 at Tokyo International Forum and later in 2019 at Osaka’s ORIX Theater. The all-star cast included Akinori Nakagawa as Nick, Takanori Nishikawa (TM Revolution) as Shakespeare, and Jun Sena as Bea, making it a standout adaptation for Japanese audiences.

Something Rotten! – FAQ

Can I buy tickets for Something Rotten! (Broadway show) on the day of the show?

Tickets are available for purchase until the day before the show through our booking page. See more details about Something Rotten! tickets.
How much are tickets for Something Rotten! (Broadway show)?

Tickets for the Broadway musical Something Rotten! start at $64 with our discounted prices. See more details for Something Rotten! tickets.
Is the English in Something Rotten! (Broadway show) hard to understand?

The musical Something Rotten! is an enjoyable show even if you don’t understand English. We recommend reading the synopsis before you go. For other recommended shows, please refer to the Broadway Musical Selection Guide. You’re sure to find a show you’ll love from among the many musicals in New York.
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