Choir Boy
Broadway
Play
Original
Choir Boy
Broadway
Play
Original
Following a hit Off-Broadway run at MTC's Studio Stage II, Choir Boy comes to Broadway. Playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney, the Oscar-winning screenwriter for Moonlight and a recipient of the MacArthur Fellowship Grant, makes is Broadway debut with this production helmed by Trip Cullman (Murder Ballad).
SYNOPSIS: For half a century, the Charles R. Drew Prep School for Boys has been dedicated to the education of strong, ethical black men. One talented student has been waiting for years to take his rightful place as the leader of the legendary gospel choir. But can he make his way through the hallowed halls of this institution if he sings in his own key?
SYNOPSIS: For half a century, the Charles R. Drew Prep School for Boys has been dedicated to the education of strong, ethical black men. One talented student has been waiting for years to take his rightful place as the leader of the legendary gospel choir. But can he make his way through the hallowed halls of this institution if he sings in his own key?
- Running Time: 1 hour and 35 minutes with no intermission
- Playwright: Tarell Alvin McCraney
People (112)
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Headmaster Marrow
(Original)
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Mr. Pendleton
(Original)
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Pharus Jonathan Young
(Original)
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Junior Davis
(Original)
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Anthony Justin 'AJ' James
(Original)
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Playwright
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Director
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Choroegraphy
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Music DirectionOriginal MusicArrangements
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Scenic & Costume Design
Pro Info
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Awards
| Drama Desk Award | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Outstanding Choreography | Nominee | |
| 2019 | Outstanding Music in a Play | Winner | |
| 2019 | Outstanding Sound Design of a Play | Nominee |
| Drama League | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Distinguished Performance | Nominee | |
| 2019 | Outstanding Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Play | Nominee |
| Outer Critics Circle | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Outstanding Actor in a Play | Nominee | |
| 2019 | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Nominee |
| Theatre World Awards | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Outstanding Debut Performance | Winner |
| Tony Award | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Best Actor in a Play | Nominee | |
| 2019 | Best Choreography | Nominee | |
| 2019 | Best Play | Nominee | |
| 2019 | Best Sound Design of a Play | Winner | |
| 2019 | Special Tony Award | Winner |
QUICK STATS
(as of Mar 10, 2019)
Total Current Gross: $3,854,430
Highest Weekly Gross: $379,818 (Week Ending Feb 10, 2019)
Average Ticket Price: $66.29
Average % Capacity: 87.92%
Grosses
| Week Ending | Week Number | This Week Gross Potential Gross | Diff $ | Avg Ticket Top Ticket | Seats Sold Seats in Theatre | Perfs Previews | % Cap This Week | Diff % cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2019 | 41 | $361,021.05 $686,712.00 | $95,785.55 | $76.76 $249.00 | 4703 637 | 8 0 | 92.29% | 17.45% |
| Mar 3, 2019 | 40 | $265,235.50 $686,712.00 | -$83,486.10 | $69.54 $249.00 | 3814 637 | 8 0 | 74.84% | -11.03% |
| Feb 24, 2019 | 39 | $348,721.60 $686,712.00 | -$14,786.80 | $79.69 $249.00 | 4376 637 | 8 0 | 85.87% | -7.50% |
| Feb 17, 2019 | 38 | $363,508.40 $603,123.00 | -$16,310.15 | $76.40 $249.00 | 4758 637 | 8 0 | 93.37% | 0.38% |
Shows That Opened That Season: 2018-2019
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