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The Prom 2018

Run Time:
Two hours and 25 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: November 15, 2018
Closing: August 11, 2019

The Prom - 2018 Broadway History , Info & More


Longacre Theatre (Broadway)
220 West 48th Street New York, NY

THERE'S NO BUSINESS LIKE GETTING IN OTHER PEOPLE'S BUSINESS.

See the next hit from Broadway's Musical Comedy Dream Team - the geniuses behind The Book of Mormon, Aladdin, The Drowsy Chaperone, Elf, Mean Girls...must we go on?

What happens when four stars leave the bright lights of Broadway and take leading roles in a small-town controversy making national headlines? Big drama. Bigger laughs. And the biggest musical showstopper in years!

Starring Tony Award nominee Brooks Ashmanskas (Something Rotten!), Tony Award winner Beth Leavel (The Drowsy Chaperone) and two-time Tony Award nominee Christopher Sieber (Shrek) leading a cast of 27.

"COMIC GOLD! A LEGITIMATELY FUNNY CROWD-PLEASER THAT SENDS YOU OUT WITH A SMILE." - THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER

"AS PURE A BROADWAY THRILL AS YOU CAN GET! THE PROM DESERVES THE CROWN! A JOYFUL NEW MUSICAL AND OUTRAGEOUS SHOWBIZ SATIRE THAT’S THE PERFECT BLEND OF SALT AND SWEET - ITS WIT, CRAFT AND HEART COUNT FOR A LOT." - THE OBSERVER

Casey Nicholaw directs and choreographs, with book by Bob Martin and Chad Beguelin, music by Matthew Sklar, and lyrics by Chad Beguelin.


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‘The Prom’ Review: Bringing Jazz Hands to the Heartland
9 / 10

But working with the director-choreographer Casey Nicholaw, who staged 'Chaperone' as well as the current 'Aladdin' and 'Mean Girls,' the team behind 'The Prom' has attempted a more difficult gymnastic maneuver. As in many of the greatest Golden Age musicals, they latch onto a subject of topical importance, using its gravity to anchor their satire and their satire to leaven its earnestness. In full 'Hairspray' mode, they mostly succeed.

'The Prom': Theater Review
8 / 10

The legitimately funny book is co-written by Bob Martin, who won a Tony Award (as did Leavel) for his work in the same capacity on The Drowsy Chaperone; and Chad Beguelin, who penned Disney's Aladdin, another Nicholaw musical. The two-pronged score, which has distinct styles for the Hoosier teens and the Manhattanite interlopers, is by composer Matthew Sklar, with clever lyrics by Beguelin; the two last teamed on yet another Nicholaw show, Elf. Any musical that makes it to Broadway these days without a familiar movie source or a popular jukebox score is an achievement, so this original story is a rainbow unicorn that wins points right there.

VIDEO: Casey Nicholaw and Caitlin Kinnunen Give Emotional Speeches at THE PROM's Final Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - August 11, 2019


The Prom has ended its Broadway run today, August 11th, after 23 preview and 310 regular performances. Following the final curtain call, Casey Nicholaw and Caitlin Kinnunen took the stage to give speeches, honoring the show and the cast. Watch the emotional video!

VIDEO: Relive THE PROM's Journey on Broadway as the Show Wraps Up its Run
by Stephi Wild - August 11, 2019


The Prom has ended its Broadway run today, August 11th, after 23 preview and 310 regular performances. A video has surfaced on YouTube, chronicling The Prom's journey throughout its run. The video features many of the cast's television performances, interviews, rehearsal footage, and more.

BWW Flashback: THE PROM Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - August 11, 2019


The party's over, Broadway! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, The Prom will have its last dance today August 11th. Upon its final performance, THE PROM will have played 23 preview and 310 regular performances. The show has a big future already in the works, however...

VIDEO: Lesbian Couple Ties the Knot Onstage at THE PROM!
by Nicole Rosky - August 5, 2019


There was a very Broadway wedding at the Longacre Theater last night! A script coordinator for The Prom, Armelle Kay Harper, and actress Jody Kay Smith tied the knot onstage in a brief ceremony officiated by the show's creator, Bob Martin.

Photo Flash: Sing For Your Seniors Hosts Cast Members of THE PROM
by Julie Musbach - July 24, 2019


Sing For Your Seniors brought cast members from “The Prom” to The Edie Windsor SAGE Center” on July 11th.

VIDEO: THE PROM's Jerusha Cavazos Takes Over Instagram!
by Linnae Medeiros - July 15, 2019


Sunday belonged to us because Jerusha Cavazos took over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story for a look behind the scenes at The Prom! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy! Check out all the footage!

THE PROM's Jerusha Cavazos Takes Over Instagram Sunday!
by Linnae Medeiros - July 13, 2019


It's time to dance because The Prom's Jerusha Cavazos is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story tomorrow, July 14th! Be sure to tune in as Jerusha takes you behind the scenes at the Longacre Theatre for a day at the Drama Desk Award-winning musical! Life's no dress rehearsal, so you're not gonna want to miss this!

VIDEO: THE PROM's Four Emmas Perform Acoustic Rendition of 'Unruly Heart'
by Linnae Medeiros - July 8, 2019


It's time to dance because The Prom's Tony-nominated star Caitlin Kinnunen is performing a special acoustic version of the show's song 'Unruly Heart' alongside the show's three Emma understudies: Gabi Campo, Kalyn West, and Brittany Zeinstra. Life's no dress rehearsal, so make sure to check out the full video!

Michael Genet Joins THE PROM As Mr Hawkins; Brittany Conigatti & Nick Eibler Added To Ensemble
by A.A. Cristi - June 27, 2019


Michael Genet will assume the role of Mr. Hawkins in Broadway's Drama Desk Award-winning Best Musical THE PROM.

Meryl Streep, James Corden, Nicole Kidman, to Star in THE PROM on Netflix; Ariana Grande Not Involved
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 25, 2019


Ryan Murphy will direct and produce a feature adaptation of the Tony-nominated musical The Prom  for Netflix, and he has announced the cast for the film, according to Deadline. The Prom will star Meryl Streep, James Corden, and Ariana Grande, with Awkwafina, Keegan-Michael Key and Andrew Rannells in key roles. 

THE PROM Will Close On Broadway This Summer
by Alan Henry - June 19, 2019


BroadwayWorld has learned that The Prom will have its last dance on Broadway August 11th. Upon its final performance, THE PROM will have played 23 preview and 310 regular performances.

It's Time to Dance! THE PROM Announces National Tour and Licensing Deal With Theatrical Rights Worldwide
by Julie Musbach - June 17, 2019


Broadway's award-winning musical THE PROM will launch a National Tour in Providence, Rhode Island at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in February 2021.

VIDEO: The Cast Of THE PROM Performs 'Tonight Belongs to You/It's Time To Dance' on the 2019 TONYS
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 10, 2019


Showcasing the diverse, inclusive, and vibrant message of The Prom, the cast perform a medley of 'Tonight Belongs to You / It's Time To Dance' from the musical.

VIDEO: THE PROM's Brooks Ashmanskas Chats About the Show's Message on ABC News
by Linnae Medeiros - June 7, 2019


It's time to dance because The Prom's Brooks Ashmanskas recently sat down with ABC News to chat all about the show's touching message and all of the excitement for this Sunday's Tony Awards! Check out the full interview below!

VIDEO: Stars of THE PROM Talk The Show's Impact on NIGHTLINE
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 5, 2019


On last night's episode of Nightline, stars of Broadway's The Prom sat down to share heartwarming stories of show's impact.

THE PROM Composer Matthew Sklar To Receive The Dramatists Guild Frederick Loewe Award
by A.A. Cristi - June 3, 2019


The Dramatists Guild of America has announced Tony-nominee Matthew Sklar as the recipient of the Frederick Loewe Award for Dramatic Composition for his score to the Broadway musical, The Prom. 

VIDEO: The Cast of THE PROM Performs 'You Happened' on THE VIEW
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 30, 2019


Caitlin Kinnunen and the cast of the Tony-nominated musical The Prom performed 'You Happened' on Thursday's episode of The View.

VIDEO/PHOTOS: THE PROM Cast is the Face of Kenneth Cole's Pride Initiative
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2019


The cast of the Broadway musical The Prom are the faces of the new Kenneth Cole Pride Initiative!

Photo Coverage: THE PROM'S Brooks Ashmanskas Receives Sardi's Portrait!
by Monroe George - May 29, 2019


The Prom's Brooks Ashmanskas was honored with a portrait at the iconic Sardi's yesterday, May 28.

DVR Alert: The Cast of THE PROM to Perform on THE VIEW
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 23, 2019


Set your DVRs, because ABC's The View has announced that on Friday, May 31 there will be a performance by the cast of Broadway's Tony®-nominated The Prom!

The Prom History

Other Productions of The Prom

2016   Regional (US) World Premiere Production
Regional (US)
2018   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2021   US Tour First National Tour
US Tour

The Prom - 2018 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Brooks Ashmanskas
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Beth Leavel
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Bob Martin
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Chad Beguelin
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical The Prom
2019 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Brooks Ashmanskas
2019 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Beth Leavel
2019 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical The Prom
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Brooks Ashmanskas
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Beth Leavel
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical The Prom
2019 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score Matthew Sklar
2019 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Bob Martin
2019 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Casey Nicholaw
2019 Tony Awards Best Musical The Prom
2019 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Matthew Sklar
2019 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Brooks Ashmanskas
2019 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Caitlin Kinnunen
2019 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Beth Leavel

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