The air around the Delacorte Theater was ripe with anticipation. I’d passed the stand-by lottery on the way in, and there were squeals of excitement as winning numbers were being called out. I’ll always remember feeling that I was taking part in the event of the season.
By special arrangement with Disney Theatrical Productions, Public Works presents a new stage adaptation of the 1997 animated classic Hercules, directed by Lear deBessonet.
Alongside the Oscar-nominated "Go the Distance," as well as cherished songs such as "The Gospel Truth," "Zero to Hero," "I Won't Say (I'm in Love)," and "A Star Is Born" from the movie soundtrack, legendary Disney composer Alan Menken and lyricist David Zippel have written additional original songs for this world premiere stage musical.
The 1997 Disney film was written by Ron Clements, John Musker, Donald McEnery, Bob Shaw, and Irene Mecchi, and directed by Ron Clements and John Musker.
Tickets are distributed for free on a first come, first served basis in Central Park on the morning of each performance.
(Photos by Joan Marcus)
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Running time:
1hr 30mins (no intermission)
Categories:
Hercules Image and Video Gallery
12 images About Hercules:
Public Works presents the glorious story of Hercules, brought to vibrant life by professional actors and community groups from across the city. Based on the Disney animated film, the stage musical features the film’s beloved score, plus additional original songs by the film’s composer Alan Menken and lyricist David Zippel, with a new book by Kristoffer Diaz and choreography by Chase Brock. Journey with Hercules in this new stage adaptation that invites New Yorkers from all five boroughs to participate in a joyous musical that celebrates the heroes found in all of us.
Hercules CAST AND CREATIVE
By:
Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by David Zippel, and a Book by Kristoffer Diaz
Producer:
Public Theater / Public Works
Director:
Lear deBessonet
Lighting:
Tyler Micoleau
Sound:
Kai Harada and Jessica Paz
Design:
Dane Laffrey
Choreography:
Chase Brock
Costume:
Andrea Hood
Cast list:
Jelani Alladin (as Hercules), Roger Bart (as Hades), Jeff Hiller (as Panic), James Monroe Iglehart (as Phil), Ramona Keller (as Thalia), Tamika Lawrence (as Calliope), Krysta Rodriguez (as Meg), and Rema Webb (as Terpsichore)
Other info:
Music Supervision & Arrangements by Michael Kosarin, and Wigs, Hair & Makeup Design by Cookie Jordan
Delacorte Theater
Address:
81 Central Park West, New York, NY 10023
Nearest subway station:
81st Street - Museum of Natural History Station