‘Elf’ to play limited Broadway run this holiday season
The musical adaptation of the beloved Christmas film starring Will Ferrell has played two holiday runs in New York before, most recently in the 2012-13 season.
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear! The musical Elf will return to Broadway this holiday season, with performances running from November 9 to January 4 at the Marquis Theatre, with opening night on November 17.
Elf is adapted from the 2003 film of the same name, which stars Will Ferrell as Buddy, a human who was raised as an elf at the North Pole. When he travels to New York City to find his dad, he learns about the human world — sometimes the hard way — and spreads Christmas magic where it’s needed the most.
The Elf musical premiered on Broadway in November 2010, playing a brief holiday run through January 2011, and did the same in 2012-13. The show features music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and a script by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin, adapted from David Berenbaum’s screenplay.
Tony Award nominee Grey Henson, known for appearing in the Broadway musicals Mean Girls and Shucked, will star as Buddy the Elf. Additional casting for the 2024 Elf Broadway revival has yet to be announced.
“Elf has always been required yearly viewing for me, and I am so honored and excited to be fulfilling a lifelong dream of wearing tights on Broadway!" Henson said in a statement.
Elf also features direction by Philip Wm. McKinley, who previously staged the musical in London's West End; choreography by Liam Steel, set and costume design by Tim Goodchild, lighting design by Patrick Woodroffe, sound design by Gareth Owen, video design by Ian William Galloway, and music supervision by Alan Williams.
Photo credit: Grey Henson as Buddy the Elf. (Photo by Rebecca J. Michelson)
Frequently asked questions
How do you book tickets for Elf the Musical?
Book tickets for Elf the Musical on New York Theatre Guide.
Where is Elf the Musical playing?
Elf the Musical is playing at Marquis Theatre. The theatre is located at 1535 Broadway (between 45th and 46th Street), New York, 10036.
What's the age requirement for Elf the Musical?
The recommended age for Elf the Musical is Ages 4+..
How long is Elf the Musical?
The running time of Elf the Musical is 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What is Elf the Musical about?
Elf The Musical plays on Broadway for a limited time only this holiday season. See Elf in New York and experience a thrilling spectacle of the beloved film come to life on stage.
What are the songs in Elf?
The songs in Elf include love ballads, song-and-dance numbers, and heartwarming solos, all tinged with holiday magic — and sleigh bells, of course.
Who wrote Elf The Musical?
Elf has with a score by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin. The book is adapted by Bob Martin and Thomas Meehan from the 2003 film.
Who directed Elf The Musical?
Philip Wm. McKinley, who has directed Big Apple Circuses, stages this production, which promises to be a snowball of fun.
Are children allowed at Elf The Musical?
Elf is a family-friendly show for kids, but note that audiences must be ages four and up to enter Broadway theatres.
Is Elf The Musical good?
Elf has enjoyed many positive reviews, and it "has the magic to send you out of the theatre smiling and singing,” per The Times of London.
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