The time is Renaissance England, where two brothers, Nick and Nigel Bottom, are desperate to write a hit play. But how can they when the competition is the biggest star of the era, everyone's favorite bard: William Shakespeare? So they seek out the soothsayer Nostradamus. But not the Nostradamus, his more...
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Matt Allen, who served as a swing in the Broadway production of *Something Rotten!*, has a diverse theatrical background that includes numerous roles and understudy positions on Broadway, national tours, and regional theaters. more...
David Beach, known for his Broadway roles in Mamma Mia!, Urinetown, and Moon Over Buffalo, brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of Something Rotten! more...
Tracee Beazer, known for her performances in Broadway hits like Memphis and The Wedding Singer, graced the stage in Something Rotten!, showcasing her versatile talent. more...
Catherine Brunell, known for her Broadway performances in shows like "Mary Poppins" and "Thoroughly Modern Millie," brought her extensive experience to the stage in "Something Rotten!" more...
Callie Carter, known for her impressive Broadway credits including Evita, Rock of Ages, and Spamalot, brought her extensive experience to the stage in Something Rotten! more...
Will Chase brought his extensive Broadway experience to the role of William Shakespeare in the musical *Something Rotten!* when he took over from Christian Borle on July 18, 2016. more...
Max Clayton, who boasts an impressive Broadway resume including roles in The Music Man and Moulin Rouge, was also a standout in Something Rotten! more...
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Josh Grisetti, who starred in Broadway's Something Rotten!, has a distinguished career with notable performances in It Shoulda Been You and Neil Simon's Broadway Bound, as well as award-winning roles in regional productions like How to Succeed... and Matilda. more...
Leah Hofmann, who graced the stage in Broadway's War Horse and toured nationally with Young Frankenstein, brought her extensive experience in productions like Sunset Boulevard and The Producers to the cast of Something Rotten! more...
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Tari Kelly, known for her standout performances on Broadway in shows like Groundhog Day and Anything Goes, also graced the stage in Something Rotten!, bringing her extensive experience from both national tours and regional theater to the role. more...
Leslie Kritzer, a versatile performer with a rich background in both Broadway and Off-Broadway productions, brought her talent to the stage in the past with her memorable role in "Something Rotten!" more...
Rob McClure, who graced the stage in Something Rotten!, has an impressive list of accolades including Tony, Drama League, Astaire, and Outer Critics Circle nominations, and has won Theatre World and Clive Barnes awards for his performance in Chaplin: The Musical. more...
Brian Ogilvie, who brought his dynamic talents to the Broadway stage in roles such as a dancing statue in Mary Poppins and the title character in Tarzan, graced the cast of Something Rotten! with his extensive experience in musical theatre. more...
Adam Pascal, who starred in the Broadway production of Something Rotten! before leading its National tour, has had a prolific career on stage, including originating the role of Roger Davis in Rent and starring in hit musicals like Aida and Memphis. more...
Hayley Podschun, who has graced Broadway in productions like Hairspray and Sunday in the Park with George, brought her extensive experience to the cast of Something Rotten! more...
Brendon Stimson, who previously graced the stage in Broadway's Something Rotten!, is thrilled to be part of this insanely gifted company. more...
Awards and Nominations
2015 BroadwayWorld Awards
Best Featured Actor in a Musical: Christian Borle won.
2015 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Brian d'Arcy James was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Christian Borle won.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Brad Oscar was nominated but did not win.
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Christian Borle was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Brian d'Arcy James was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: John Cariani was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical: Heidi Blickenstaff was nominated but did not win.
2015 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Christian Borle won.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Brad Oscar was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Brian d'Arcy James was nominated but did not win.
Something Rotten! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Welcome to the Renaissance
God, I Hate Shakespeare
Right Hand Man
God, I Hate Shakespeare (Reprise)
A Musical
The Black Death
I Love the Way
Will Power
Bottom's Gonna Be On Top
Welcome to the Renaissance (Reprise)
Hard To Be The Bard
It's Eggs!
We See The Light
To Thine Own Self
Right Hand Man (Reprise)
Something Rotten! / Make an Omelette
To Thine Own Self (Reprise)
Finale
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