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Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 6+
Opened: April 15, 2015
Closing: August 21, 2016

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Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (Broadway)
205 West 46th St. New York, NY

Based on the Miramax motion picture by David Magee and the play The Man Who Was Peter Pan by Allan Knee, Finding Neverland follows the relationship between playwright J. M. Barrie and the family that inspired Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up, one of the most beloved stories of all time.

Final Broadway performance August 21.


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Sally Ann Triplett Flies Into FINDING NEVERLAND Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 1, 2016


Beginning tonight, March 1, Broadway's Finding Neverland welcomes Sally Ann Triplett (THE LAST SHIP, CARRIE) as 'Madame du Maurier' for a run through May 1, 2016.

TV: Zendaya Performs 'Neverland' at Weinstein Company's Pre-Oscars Dinner
by Nicole Rosky - February 29, 2016


Platinum-selling recording artist, Disney star and newly named Covergirl, Zendaya, stole the show in her breathtaking performance of 'Neverland' at The Weinstein Company's 2016 pre-Oscar dinner on Saturday, February 27 at the Montage, Marchesa Ballroom in Beverly Hills. Last month, Zendaya released a music video for 'Neverland,' one of the stand-out songs featured on Finding Neverland The Album (Republic Records), the official musical companion to the acclaimed Broadway production of Finding Neverland.

Official: Alfie Boe and Sally Ann Triplett Will Fly Into FINDING NEVERLAND This Spring
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2016


It's official! Tony Award-winner Alfie Boe, the British tenor acclaimed for his role as 'Jean Valjean' in the widely watched 2010 25th anniversary special televised concert at London's O2 arena of LES MISERABLES, and then again in the West End's 2011 production, will take over the role of 'J.M. Barrie' in Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND on Tuesday, March, 29. No word yet on whether he will travel with the show when it returns to London in January 2017. 

STAGE TUBE: FINDING NEVERLAND & Canon Welcome Bronx Student Photographers to Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - February 19, 2016


FINDING NEVERLAND recently partnered with Canon and The Situation Project to bring a little bit of magic to a group of local Bronx students. The Broadway musical welcomed MS 343 students to photograph a dress rehearsal, marking the first-of-its-kind experience in allowing students to learn more about their passion for photography and theatre. Check out highlights from the day below!

FINDING NEVERLAND to Follow Second Star to the Right for London Return
by Jessica Khan - February 18, 2016


Broadway's Finding Neverland will officially be following the second star to the right and flying back to London in January 2017, as rumored over the weekend. The show's official website lists a winter 2017 bow in the West End.

Tony Yazbeck Will Wrap Up Limited Run in FINDING NEVERLAND on 3/27
by Nicole Rosky - February 18, 2016


FINDING NEVERLAND recently welcomed a new leading man! Tony Award nominee Tony Yazbeck (On The Town) recently took over the role of Peter Pan creator J.M. Barrie in the smash hit, record-breaking Broadway musical. Now we've learned that his limited run will conclude on March 27. No word yet on who will replace him, but stay tuned for updates!

Official: Sandy Duncan Takes Temporary Leave from FINDING NEVERLAND for 'Family Obligations'
by Nicole Rosky - February 17, 2016


The producers of Broadway's Finding Neverland  have regretfully announced that the beloved stage and screen actress Sandy Duncan, who recently joined the magical production in the role of Madame Du Maurier, must take an immediate, yet temporary leave of absence from the show due to family obligations. The entire company looks forward to warmly welcoming Ms. Duncan back to Neverland as soon as she's able to return. The show, playing at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street), will continue with its current stars Tony Yazbeck, Kelsey Grammer and Laura Michelle Kelly, supported by a cast of Broadway's best. Ms. Duncan's replacement will be announced shortly.

Sandy Duncan Departs Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND Early?
by Jessica Khan - February 16, 2016


Sandy Duncan, the beloved stage and screen actress known for her magical, high-flying, Tony-nominated performance as 'Peter Pan' on Broadway, returned to Neverland over the weekend as 'Madame du Maurier' in FINDING NEVERLAND. But her return to the classic fantasy realm -- and onstage in New York -- has been short-lived.

TV Exclusive: Tony Yazbeck Is Flying High in His New FINDING NEVERLAND Role!
by Nicole Rosky - February 15, 2016


FINDING NEVERLAND has welcomed its new leading man! Tony Award nominee Tony Yazbeck (On The Town) recently took over the role of Peter Pan creator J.M. Barrie in the smash hit, record-breaking Broadway musical. BroadwayWorld recently stopped by the the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre to check in with Yazbeck about the role and while we were there, he gave us a tour of his new dressing room!

Alfie Boe Next for FINDING NEVERLAND; Broadway + London?
by Robert Diamond - February 14, 2016


According to the New York Post,  current LES MISERABLES star Alfie Boe, who departs that show at the end of February, has his next gig lined up. The paper reports he 'will be stepping into the starring role of "Finding Neverland," ... Boe will play "Peter Pan" creator J.M. Barrie, replacing Tony Yazbeck, and he will then open the show in London's West End in January of next year.' No official announcement has yet been made. 

Photo Coverage: Pan is Back! Sandy Duncan Takes Her First Bows in FINDING NEVERLAND
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - February 13, 2016


The wait is over! Sandy Duncan, the beloved stage and screen actress known for her magical, high-flying, Tony-nominated performance as 'Peter Pan' on Broadway, has returned to Neverland.

Sandy Duncan Returns to Neverland on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2016


Sandy Duncan, the beloved stage and screen actress known for her magical, high-flying, Tony-nominated performance as 'Peter Pan' on Broadway, returns to Neverland. Duncan takes over the role of 'Madame du Maurier' in the hit musical Finding Neverland tonight, February 12. 

Sandy Duncan Delays FINDING NEVERLAND First Bows to Friday
by BWW News Desk - February 8, 2016


Fans will have to wait just a little bit longer for Sandy Duncan, the beloved stage and screen actress known for her magical, high-flying, Tony-nominated performance as 'Peter Pan' on Broadway, to return to Neverland. 

You Won't Believe What Matthew Morrison Did Throughout The Run Of FINDING NEVERLAND
by Michael Dale - February 1, 2016


Some people collect stamps. Some collect coins. But Matthew Morrison isn't just some people.

Photo Flash: First Look - Tony Yazbeck Soars Into Broadway's FINDING NEVERLAND!
by Tyler Peterson - January 29, 2016


FINDING NEVERLAND has welcomed its new leading man! Tony Award nominee Tony Yazbeck (On The Town) just took over the role of Peter Pan creator J.M. Barrie in the smash hit, record-breaking Broadway musical earlier this week on Jan. 26. The production plays at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street, between Broadway and 8th Avenues). BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at Yazbeck in the role below!

Official: Sandy Duncan Will Return to Her Peter Pan Roots in FINDING NEVERLAND!
by Nicole Rosky - January 28, 2016


It's official! Sandy Duncan, the beloved stage and screen actress known for her magical, high-flying Tony® nominated performance as Peter Pan at Broadway's Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street), will return to Neverland - and to the Lunt (almost 37 years later) - onFebruary 9 to take over the role of 'Madame du Maurier' in the hit musical Finding Neverland. Joining Emmy® winner Kelsey Grammer and Tony® nominee Tony Yazbeck, Duncan will revisit Neverland 8 times a week through March 27, 2016. For tickets and more information, please visit www.FindingNeverlandTheMusical.com.

Sandy Duncan to Join FINDING NEVERLAND on Broadway?
by Sally Henry Fuller - January 27, 2016


Rumor has it an iconic 'Pan' may be returning to her roots.

Photo Coverage: New 'J.M. Barrie' Tony Yazbeck Takes First Bows in FINDING NEVERLAND!
by Jennifer Broski - January 27, 2016


FINDING NEVERLAND has found its new leading man! Tony Award nominee Tony Yazbeck (On The Town) just took over the role of Peter Pan creator J.M. Barrie in the smash hit, record-breaking Broadway musical last night, January 26, 2016. The production plays at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street, between Broadway and 8th Avenues). BroadwayWorld was there for his big night and you can check out photos below!

Tony Yazbeck Flies to FINDING NEVERLAND as 'J.M. Barrie' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2016


FINDING NEVERLAND has found its new leading man! Tony Award nominee Tony Yazbeck (On The Town) will take over the role of Peter Pan creator J.M. Barrie in the smash hit, record-breaking Broadway musical starting tonight, January 26, 2016.

VIDEO: Bryan Cranston Makes Mysterious Appearance in Zendaya's 'NEVERLAND' Music Video
by Caryn Robbins - January 25, 2016


Tony and Emmy winner and recent Oscar nominee Bryan Cranston is featured in the new music video for Zendaya's 'Neverland', her track from Broadway's Finding Neverland: The Album compilation.

Matthew Morrison Departs FINDING NEVERLAND Today; THE GOOD WIFE Role and Concert Tour Next
by Sally Henry Fuller - January 24, 2016


Tony nominee Matthew Morrison will give his final performance as J.M. Barrie in FINDING NEVERLAND today, Sunday, January 24. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Tony Yazbek (ON THE TOWN) will step into the role following Morrison's departure.

VIDEO: Kelsey Grammer Talks Return to 'NEVERLAND': 'I Stepped Right Back Into It'
by Caryn Robbins - January 21, 2016


Kelsey Grammer stopped by today's LIVE to talk about his return to the Broadway production of FINDING NEVERLAND. 'I stepped right back into it and honestly I didn't even work on it,'

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Finding Neverland - 2015 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Leading Actor in a Musical Matthew Morrison
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Lighting Design Kenneth Posner
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Orchestrations Simon Hale
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Scenic Design Scott Pask
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Score Gary Barlow
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Jonathan Deans
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Matthew Morrison
2015 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical Carolee Carmello
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Kelsey Grammer
2015 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Matthew Morrison
2015 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Finding Neverland

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