Musicals Based on Movies

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Once and Newsies could not be more different from each other. Each existed for some time before it reached the stage. Newsies was a 1992 Disney film produced on a grand scale, while Once was a small 2006 independent film … Continue reading

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Symptom: With so many new shows this spring, how do I know what will be good for my group?

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Dr. J’s Prescription: First I would determine what type of group you have (students, seniors, foreign?).  From there we can narrow down your choices to the perfect fit. My recommendations for sure crowd pleasers would be the new musical Ghost or … Continue reading

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Jersey Boys Becomes 20th Longest-Running Broadway Show.

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After the March 30 performance of the Tony Award-winning musical, Jersey Boys established itself as Broadway’s 20th longest-running show. The show, which follows the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, features some of the group’s most popular songs, … Continue reading

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How to Succeed Celebrates One-Year Anniversary on Broadway.

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Following the matinee performance of the musical on March 28, the cast of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying celebrated its one-year anniversary on Broadway. The show premiered in 2011 starring Daniel Radcliffe in the role of J. … Continue reading

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Raven-Symone Makes Her Broadway Debut in Sister Act.

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Starting March 27, Raven-Symoné stars in Sister Act as disco diva Deloris Van Cartier. The role was originated by Patina Miller, who received Oliver and Tony Award nominations for the part. Raven now makes her Broadway debut in the musical, … Continue reading

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Symptom: My group really wants to see Wicked or The Lion King during their spring break but tickets are not available. What should I do Dr. J to avoid this problem in the future?

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Dr. J’s Prescription: Plan ahead! If you have a group interested in Wicked, The Lion King or Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark during the months of March/April or the holidays in November/December start planning 5-6 months in advance. Unfortunately, because … Continue reading

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