The Broadway musical adaptation of the hit romantic comedy Pretty Woman, famously starring Richard Gere and Julia Roberts, began its preview performances at the Nederlander Theatre on July 20 2018. The original 1990 film became a global phenomenon, winning a Golden Globe Award and finishing as the top grossing film in the United States that year. Following its successful Chicago run, Pretty Woman: The Musical has arrived on Broadway, bringing with it a star filled cast, production highlights, and details on discount ticket options.
Preview performances for Pretty Woman: The Musical begin
Pretty Woman: The Musical is based on the 1990 film directed by Garry Marshall and brought to life by a cast led by Hollywood stars Richard Gere and Julia Roberts. Their on screen chemistry played a major role in the film becoming one of the most successful romantic comedies of all time.
The story of a young woman whose life transforms after meeting a wealthy businessman touched audiences around the world. The film is widely regarded as one of the highest grossing romantic comedies in U.S. history. Julia Roberts received critical acclaim for her performance and won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Musical or Comedy. Following its preview opening on July 20, the Broadway production is scheduled for its official opening on August 19.
Venue: Nederlander Theatre
Address: 208 W 41st St, New York, NY 10036Pretty Woman: The Musical is performed at the Nederlander Theatre, located on 41st Street between Seventh Avenue and Eighth Avenue. Conveniently close to Times Square, the neighborhood offers plenty of dining and shopping options even after evening performances, and the nearby subway stations make the theatre easy to reach.
Pretty Woman: The Musical Cast Highlights
Here are the principal cast members selected for this production.
Vivian Ward: Samantha Barks
Born October 2 1990, British singer and actressOriginally from the Isle of Man, Samantha Barks trained in ballet from the age of three. She built her stage career through roles such as Sally Bowles in Cabaret, Aladdin in Aladdin, and Éponine in the West End production of Les Misérables. Her global breakthrough came with the 2012 film adaptation of Les Misérables, where she reprised her role as Éponine. Pretty Woman marks her Broadway debut.
Edward Lewis: Andy Karl
Born August 28 1973, American actorAndy Karl has been active on Broadway since 2006. His credits include roles such as Fiyero Tigelaar in Wicked and Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys. He has earned multiple Tony Award nominations including Rocky for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical, On the Twentieth Century for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical, and Groundhog Day for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical.
Pretty Woman: The Musical Official Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Pretty Woman: The Musical. The vibrant and romantic atmosphere captures the charm of the movie and gives you a taste of what to expect from the Broadway production.
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