Conrad Ricamora, Jose Llana to lead 'Here Lies Love' on Broadway cast
The actors will reprise their roles from the Off-Broadway premiere of David Byrne and Fatboy Slim's musical, which will play the Broadway Theatre in June.
Here lies casting! Initial casting has been set for Here Lies Love on Broadway, which begins performances at the Broadway Theatre on June 17 ahead of a July 20 opening.
Jose Llana and Conrad Ricamora will star in Here Lies Love as Ferdinand Marcos and Ninoy Aquino, respectively. The two reprise their Lucille Lortel Award-nominated roles from the musical's 2013 Off-Broadway premiere at The Public Theater.
Ricamora is known for The King & I on Broadway and How to Get Away With Murder, Fire Island, and The Resident on screen. Llana is known for The King & I and The 25th Annual Putnam Country Spelling Bee on Broadway.
Additional casting, including for the lead role of Imelda Marcos, has yet to be announced.
David Byrne and Fatboy Slim's musical dramatizes Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos' time as leaders of the Philippines, from their rise to power to their fall during the People's Power Revolution, led by Aquino.
The story is presented as an immersive disco musical. The Broadway Theatre will be transformed into a dance club for Here Lies Love, where actors will perform among the audience.
In addition to Byrne and Fatboy Slim's original songs, Here Lies Love and features additional music by Tom Gandey and J Pardo. The show is co-developed and directed by Alex Timbers, and choreographed by Annie-B Parson, both of whom previously worked with Byrne on American Utopia.
Photo credit: Jose Llana and Conrad Ricamora (Photos by Billy Bustamante)
Frequently asked questions
What is Here Lies Love on Broadway about?
David Byrne and Fatboy Slim's disco pop musical comes to Broadway 10 years after its hit Off-Broadway premiere. The Broadway Theatre becomes an immersive dance club, where the audience grooves along as the story of Filipina First Lady Imelda Marcos's reign unfolds around them. Find out more about tickets to Here Lies Love on Broadway.
Where is Here Lies Love on Broadway playing?
Here Lies Love on Broadway is playing at Broadway Theatre. The theatre is located at 1681 Broadway, New York, 10019.
How long is Here Lies Love on Broadway?
The running time of Here Lies Love on Broadway is 1h 30m
What's the age requirement for Here Lies Love on Broadway?
The recommended age for Here Lies Love on Broadway is Recommended for ages 14+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theater..
How do you book tickets for Here Lies Love on Broadway?
Book tickets for Here Lies Love on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Here Lies Love?
Former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne and big beat musician Fatboy Slim wrote Here Lies Love. Byrne wrote the music and lyrics and came up with the concept, and Slim wrote additional music.
What songs are in Here Lies Love?
Some of the best-known songs in Here Lies Love include the title song, "The Rose of Tacloban," and "Just Ask the Flowers." There are 25 songs in all, and the show is entirely sung through.
Is Here Lies Love appropriate for kids?
Here Lies Love is recommended for ages 14 and up. On the dance floor, parties often get separated as the audience moves around, so parents and children could be separated. The show also contains themes of political unrest and death.
Who is Imelda Marcos?
Imelda Marcos was First Lady of the Philippines from 1965-86. She and her husband, former President Ferdinand Marcos, are largely remembered for their martial-law regime and various other political controversies. Here Lies Love tells the story of her rise and fall from power with disco music, a nod to her large presence in the New York disco scene following her rule.
What is the name of the album Here Lies Love is based on?
The Here Lies Love musical is based on an album of the same name. The album came out in 2009, and David Byrne and Fatboy Slim adapted it for the stage in 2013.
What is the difference between standing tickets and seated tickets at Here Lies Love?
Standing tickets place audiences on the ground-level dance floor, where they stand the whole time and move around the room at different points during the show. Seated tickets are for the traditional theatre seats in the mezzanine level. Learn more about the experience of Here Lies Love from the standing and seated sections.
Who directed Here Lies Love?
Alex Timbers directs Here Lies Love on Broadway. He is also credited with developing the show. He also staged the Off-Broadway premiere in 2013, and his other Broadway directing credits include Beetlejuice and Moulin Rouge! The Musical.
Is Here Lies Love good?
Here Lies Love is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide. Our four-star review reads, "This rollicking, form-breaking musical party is well worth an RSVP," additionally praising the choreography, design, and performances.
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