The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway Tickets
About The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway
The power of love is strong at the James Earl Jones Theatre. The songs of Huey Lewis and the News fuel The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway, a new feel-good show about love, ambition, and music. Get The Heart of Rock and Roll tickets on New York Theatre Guide.
The Heart of Rock and Roll musical is a romantic comedy centered on Bobby, the leader of a struggling rock band. After 10 years of trying and failing to make it big, he takes up a corporate job and meets Cassandra, the boss's daughter with bigger leadership ambitions. A romance begins, and they might be each other's key to realizing the dreams they didn't think they'd achieve.
The story of The Heart of Rock and Roll unfolds through Lewis and his band's greatest hits, like "The Power of Love," "Do You Believe in Love," "Hip to Be Square," "Workin' for a Livin'," and the title song. Huey Lewis and the News had a meteoric rise to fame in the 1980s, propelled largely by the success of "The Power of Love" as the Oscar-nominated theme song for Back to the Future.
The band went on to notch 19 top 10 singles and five top 30 albums on the Billboard charts, and all five of those albums were certified Gold, Platinum, or Multi-platinum. The band is still active today, having released its most recent album in 2020, and finding a new audience thanks to the Back to the Future Broadway musical and now, The Heart of Rock and Roll in New York. The show premiered in San Diego in 2018 before making the leap across the country.
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Run time
2hr 30min. Incl 15min intermission.
Start date
March 29th, 2024
Age
Ages 8+. No children under 4 are permitted in the theater.
Reviews
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'The Heart of Rock and Roll' review — rock out to Huey Lewis hits
The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway cast and creative team
By: Jonathan A. Abrams, from a story by Tyler Mitchell and Abrams
Songs by: Huey Lewis and The News
Director: Gordon Greenberg
Choreography: Lorin Latarro
Cast list: Corey Cott (as Bobby), McKenzie Kurtz (as Cassandra), Josh Breckenridge (as Wyatt), F. Michael Haynie (as Glenn), Zoe Jensen (as Paige), Tamika Lawrence (as Roz), Raymond J. Lee (as JJ), John-Michael Lyles (as Eli), Orville Mendoza (as Fjord), Billy Harrigan Tighe (as Tucker), John Dossett (as Stone)
Design: Derek McLane
Costumes: Jen Caprio
Lighting: Japhy Weideman
Sound: John Shivers
Other info: Hair, wig, and makeup design by Nikiya Mathis; music direction by Will Van Dyke; music supervision, arrangements, and orchestrations by Brian Usifer
Venue
Accessibility
2 wheelchair spaces
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Show schedule
| Day of week | Matinee | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | - |
| Tuesday | - | 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 2:00 PM | 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | - | 7:00 PM |
| Friday | - | 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 2:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 3:00 PM | - |
Frequently asked questions
What is The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway about?
When an aspiring rockstar and hopeful business leader cross paths, they might just be each other's ticket to the dreams — and love — they never thought they'd reach. The songs of Huey Lewis and the News, like "The Power of Love," fuel this feel-good rom-com.
Where is The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway playing?
The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway is playing at James Earl Jones Theatre. The theatre is located in 138 West 48th Street, New York, 10036.
How long is The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway?
The running time of The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway is 2hr 30min. Incl 15min intermission..
What's the age requirement for The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway?
The recommended age for The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway is Ages 8+. No children under 4 are permitted in the theater..
How do you book tickets for The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway?
Book tickets for The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
How much do tickets cost for The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway?
Tickets for The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway start at $60.
Who wrote The Heart of Rock and Roll?
Jonathan A. Abrams (book) and Huey Lewis (music and lyrics) wrote The Heart of Rock and Roll. Abram's script is based on a story by him and Tyler Mitchell.
Who directed The Heart of Rock and Roll?
Gordon Greenberg directs The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway. His previous directing credits include Holiday Inn, The New Irving Berlin Musical on Broadway and Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors off Broadway.
What are the songs in The Heart of Rock and Roll?
"The Power of Love," "Hip to Be Square," "Heart and Soul," "Do You Believe in Love," "Stuck With You," and "Workin' for a Livin'" are among the songs in The Heart of Rock and Roll on Broadway. All the musical's songs are existing hits from Huey Lewis and the News.
Is The Heart of Rock and Roll appropriate for kids?
The Heart of Rock and Roll is recommended for ages 8 and older. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is The Heart of Rock and Roll good?
Yes — The Heart of Rock and Roll is a romantic, lively show that taps into nostalgia for Huey Lewis fans with its score, but the musical offers a fun story for audiences of any age.
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