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U.S. Bank Broadway in Portland Announces 2016/17 Season
This is one of the most exciting announcements of the year….its the U.S. Bank Broadway in Portland 2016/17 Season show line-up!!! I have been a fan of Broadway shows since I was in high school and was in my first show Guys and Dolls. If you are a huge fan like me then you are surly thrilled with this years productions. I suggest if you have a show in mind, you may want to get your tickets right away…. even better, check out the season pass info below.
.This season’s can’t miss shows include the inspiring true story of Carole King and her rise to stardom in the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. Then, see the theatrical event that will capture the kid-at-heart in everyone, with the story of Peter Pan in FINDING NEVERLAND, followed by a spectacular showcase of seven of the world’s most incredible illusionists in THE ILLUSIONISTS – LIVE FROM BROADWAY. Next up, you won’t want to miss the enchanting story of a young girl who takes charge of her own destiny in MATILDA THE MUSICAL.
Don’t miss Springtime in Paris, right here in Portland, with AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, the Tony Award-winning new musical about an American soldier and a mysterious French girl who yearn for a new beginning in post-war Europe. Finally, leave your troubles behind and experience Roundabout Theatre Company’s Tony-Award® winning musical CABARET, direct from Broadway!
THE 2016/17 SEASON
BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL | NOVEMBER 1 – 6, 2016
Beautiful – The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Featuring a stunning array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend” and the title song, BEAUTIFUL has a book by and Tony® Award-nominee and Academy® Award-nominated writer Douglas McGrath, direction by Marc Bruni, choreography by Josh Prince, and took home two 2014 Tony® Awards and a 2015 Grammy® Award.
FINDING NEVERLAND | JANUARY 3 – 8, 2017
Broadway’s biggest new hit and the winner of Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award for Best Musical, this breathtaking smash “captures the kid-at-heart,” says TIME Magazine. Vogue cheers, “It’s a must-see you’ll remember for years to come!” Directed by visionary Tony®-winner Diane Paulus and based on the critically-acclaimed Academy Award®-nominated film starring Johnny Depp, FINDING NEVERLAND tells the incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters: Peter Pan. Playwright J.M. Barrie struggles to find inspiration until he meets four young brothers and their beautiful widowed mother. Spellbound by the boys’ enchanting make-believe adventures, he sets out to write a play that will astound London theatergoers. With a little bit of pixie dust and a lot of faith, Barrie takes this monumental leap, leaving his old world behind for Neverland, where nothing is impossible and the wonder of childhood lasts forever. The magic of Barrie’s classic tale springs spectacularly to life in this heartwarming theatrical event. FINDING NEVERLAND is “far and away the best musical of the year!” (NPR).
RENT – THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR | JANUARY 20 – 22, 2017
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In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway…and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th anniversary touring production. A re-imagining of Puccini’s La Bohème, RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters—love.
THE ILLUSIONISTS – LIVE FROM BROADWAY | JANUARY 31 – FEBRUARY 5, 2017
This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw dropping talents of seven of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. THE ILLUSIONISTS– LIVE FROM BROADWAY has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL | FEBRUARY 28 – MARCH 5, 2017
“WELCOME TO THE DELIRIOUSLY AMUSING, HEARTWARMING, HEAD-SPINNING WORLD OF MATILDA THE MUSICAL. YOU WON’T WANT TO LEAVE.” – Bloomberg News
TIME Magazine’s #1 Show of the Year! Winner of 50 international awards, including four Tony Awards®, MATILDA THE MUSICAL is the story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Based on the beloved novel by Roald Dahl, MATILDA continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages on Broadway and in London’s West End. The Wall Street Journal says, “The makers of MATILDA have done the impossible – triumphantly! It is smart, sweet, zany and stupendous fun.”
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS | MAY 16 – 21, 2017
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS in the new Tony Award®-winning musical about an American soldier, a mysterious French girl and an indomitable European city, each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of war. Acclaimed director/choreographer and 2015 Tony Award-winner Christopher Wheeldon brings the magic and romance of Paris into perfect harmony with unforgettable songs from George and Ira Gershwin in the show that earned more awards than any other musical in the 2015 season! The New York Times raves “AN AMERICAN IN PARIS is a triumph! Pure joy!” and the Wall Street Journal declares, “Once you’ve seen it, you’ll find it hard to settle for less ever again.”
Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET | JUNE 27 – JULY 2, 2017
Direct from Broadway, the acclaimed masterpiece returns to Portland! As part of their 50th Anniversary Season, the critically acclaimed and award-winning Roundabout Theatre Company is proud to present SAM MENDES (Skyfall, American Beauty) and ROB MARSHALL’S (Into the Woods and Chicago, the films) Tony Award®-winning production of CABARET.
Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “Cabaret,” “Willkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” Leave your troubles outside – life is beautiful at CABARET, JOHN KANDER, FRED EBB and JOE MASTEROFF’s Tony-winning musical about following your heart while the world loses its way. CABARET contains adult situations.
SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION
6-Show packages are now available by calling 503-241-1802; or subscribe online at BroadwayInPortland.com. RENT is not part of the 6-show package.
GROUP SALES INFORMATION
Extraordinary savings opportunities exist for groups of 10+ tickets. Get priority seating before single tickets go on sale to the public, and save up to 20% on select performances. For more information call 503-295-3509.
