Photo credit: Bradley Dean, Javier Muñoz, Jordon Lee Garcia, and Michael Park. (Photos courtesy of production)
'Galileo' sets additional Broadway cast joining Raúl Esparza
The new rock musical about astronomer Galileo Galilei starts performances at the Shubert Theatre in November.
Summary
- The Galileo Broadway cast includes Raúl Esparza; Jeremy Kushnier; Joy Woods; Bradley Dean; Jordon Lee Garcia; Javier Muñoz; and Michael Park
- The musical tells the story of pioneering astronomer Galileo Galilei
- Performances start November 10 at the Shubert Theatre
More stars have been added to the cast of this fall's Galileo on Broadway, starting performances at the Shubert Theatre on November 10 ahead of a December 6 opening.
Joining the previously announced Raúl Esparza as Galileo, Jeremy Kushnier as Bishop Maffeo Barberini, and Joy Woods as Virginia Galilei are Bradley Dean (Chess) as Bishop Grasso, Jordon Lee Garcia as Alessandro Tarantola, Javier Muñoz (Hamilton) as Cardinal Morosini, and Grammy Award winner Michael Park (Stranger Things) as the alternate for Galileo Galilei at certain performances.
Additional casting has yet to be announced.
Michael Mayer directs Galileo, a new rock musical about the 17th-century astronomer who defied the Catholic Church in the name of scientific truth. The musical has a book by Emmy Award winner Danny Strong (Dopesick, Chess), music and lyrics by Michael Weiner and Zoe Sarnak, and choreography by David Neumann (Hadestown).
Galileo also has music supervision and orchestrations by Brian Usifer, set design by Rachel Hauck, costume design by Susan Hilferty, lighting design by Kevin Adams, sound design by John Shivers, and video and projection design by Ethan Tobman.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Galileo playing?
Galileo is playing at Shubert Theatre. The theatre is located at 225 West 44th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How do you book tickets for Galileo?
Book tickets for Galileo on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age recommendation for Galileo?
The recommended age for Galileo is Ages 10+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre..
How much do tickets cost for Galileo?
Tickets for Galileo start at $64.
What is Galileo about?
The musical Galileo is about the pivotal moment in which the famous scientist challenged humanity’s understanding of the universe.
Who wrote Galileo?
The musical has a book by Emmy winner Danny Strong (Chess) with music and lyrics by Michael Weiner (First Date) and Zoe Sarnak (The Lonely Few).
What are the songs in Galileo?
The musical features a score ripe for its three lead's voices — Raúl Esparza, Joy Woods, and Jeremy Kushnier — with Variety writing that it is packed with 80s-style ballads.
Who directs Galileo?
Broadway legend Michael Mayer, a Tony winner, directs this new production.
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