
Amber Ardolino to join 'A Beautiful Noise' Broadway cast
Ardolino will replace original cast member Robyn Hurder, who will depart the Neil Diamond bio-musical on December 17, in the role of Marcia Murphey.
Good casting never seemed so good! Amber Ardolino will join the cast of A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical from January 2 at the Broadhurst Theatre.
Ardolino currently plays Linda McFly in Back to the Future: The Musical on Broadway, and her past credits include Moulin Rouge! The Musical and Hamilton.
She will now step into the role of Marcia Murphey, Diamond's second wife, in A Beautiful Noise. Ardolino replaces original cast member and Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder, who departs the production on December 17.
The current A Beautiful Noise Broadway cast includes Nick Fradiani as Neil Diamond – Then, Mark Jacoby as Neil Diamond – Now, Chita Rivera Award winner, Shirine Babb as Doctor, Jessie Fisher as Jaye Posner, Michael McCormick as Fred Weintraub/Tommy O’Rourke, Tom Alan Robbins as Bert Berns/Kieve Diamond, and Bri Sudia as Ellie Greenwich/Rose Diamond.
A Beautiful Noise tells the story of how Diamond rose from an unknown Brooklyn songwriter to a bestselling, internationally famous musician. The show features dozens of Diamond's hit songs, including "Sweet Caroline" and "I Am... I Said."
Photo credit: Amber Ardolino. (Photo by Michaelah Reynolds for A Beautiful Noise)
Frequently asked questions
What is A Beautiful Noise on Broadway about?
Good times never seemed so good on Broadway. Discover the story of Neil Diamond, who went from being a struggling Brooklyn kid to one of the world's bestselling and most loved musicians, with multiple awards and hall of fame inductions. Find out about A Beautiful Noise tickets and hear all Diamond's greatest hits, like "Sweet Caroline," "America," and "You Don't Bring Me Flowers."
Where is A Beautiful Noise on Broadway playing?
A Beautiful Noise on Broadway is playing at Broadhurst Theatre. The theatre is located at 235 West 44th Street, New York, 10036.
How long is A Beautiful Noise on Broadway?
The running time of A Beautiful Noise on Broadway is 2hr 15min. Incl. 1 intermission.
What's the age requirement for A Beautiful Noise on Broadway?
The recommended age for A Beautiful Noise on Broadway is Ages 8+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre..
How do you book tickets for A Beautiful Noise on Broadway?
Book tickets for A Beautiful Noise on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
Does Neil Diamond appear in A Beautiful Noise?
Diamond himself does not perform in A Beautiful Noise; two actors play him as a younger and older man. They perform all of Diamond's songs in his style, though, providing the feel of a Diamond concert.
Who wrote A Beautiful Noise?
Anthony McCarten and Neil Diamond wrote the A Beautiful Noise musical. McCarten made his Broadway debut by writing the script; he is best known as the Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Bohemian Rhapsody, The Theory of Everything, The Two Popes, and more. Diamond wrote all the songs from throughout his career that now appear in A Beautiful Noise on Broadway.
Is A Beautiful Noise appropriate for kids?
A Beautiful Noise is appropriate for children of all ages, though some kids may not understand the brief discussions of mental health troubles. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Which Neil Diamond songs are in A Beautiful Noise?
More than two dozen Neil Diamond songs are in the A Beautiful Noise musical, including hits like "Sweet Caroline," "Song Sung Blue," and "America." The musical is named after Diamond's 10th album, but not all the songs from that album are included.
Who directed A Beautiful Noise?
Michael Mayer directed A Beautiful Noise on Broadway. He won the 2007 Tony Award for directing Spring Awakening, and his best-known recent projects include the 2022 Funny Girl Broadway revival and 2019 Little Shop of Horrors Off-Broadway revival.
Is A Beautiful Noise good?
A Beautiful Noise is a great show for fans of Neil Diamond to see and experience his greatest hits live once more. As Diamond can no longer perform, the energetic show captures the fun of his concerts and is a tribute to his showmanship and musical talent.
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