'Shucked' to close on Broadway
The nine-time Tony Award-nominated musical comedy, which features a multi-award-winning creative team, has played the Nederlander Theatre since March.
Aw, shucks! The Broadway musical Shucked will play its final performance at the Nederlander Theatre on January 14. At the time of closing, the show will have played 355 total performances.
Shucked was one of the most Tony Award-nominated musicals in the 2022-23 season, earning nine nods, including Best Musical. The show won one award, for Best Featured Actor in a Musical Alex Newell. Shucked also earned rave reviews, with New York Theatre Guide's four-star review praising its "nonstop funny business — and some terrifically catchy tunes."
The show takes place in the fictional Cob County, whose beloved corn crop begins to die. Farmgirl Maizy puts her wedding on hold to venture outside the corn walls and find help, but the "corn doctor" she finds isn't all he seems, and he shakes up the whole town.
Shucked features direction by Tony winner Jack O'Brien (Hairspray), a book by Tony winner Robert Horn (Tootsie), and a score by Grammy-winning and Tony-nominated country songwriters Shane McAnally and Brandy Clark.
The current Shucked cast features John Behlmann, Kevin Cahoon, Andrew Durand, Grey Henson, Ashley D. Kelley, Isabelle McCalla, and Newell.
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Photo credit: The cast of Shucked. (Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shucked on Broadway playing?
Shucked on Broadway is playing at Nederlander Theatre. The theatre is located at 208 West 41st Street (between 7th and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.
How long is Shucked on Broadway?
The running time of Shucked on Broadway is 2h 15m (incl. 15m intermission)
What's the age requirement for Shucked on Broadway?
The recommended age for Shucked on Broadway is Best suited for audiences 5+. Children under 4 are not permitted..
How do you book tickets for Shucked on Broadway?
Book tickets for Shucked on Broadway on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote Shucked?
Shucked features a book by Robert Horn, the Tony-winning bookwriter of the Tootsie musical, and songs by Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, Grammy-winning country songwriters who've penned hits for Kacey Musgraves, Reba McEntire, Sheryl Crow, and more.
What songs are in Shucked?
Shucked's songs include "Independently Owned," "Somebody Will," "Maybe Love," "Woman of the World," and "Corn." The country-meets-musical-theatre score is by country songwriters Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally.
Is Shucked appropriate for kids?
Shucked is recommended for ages 5 and older. The show contains brief strong language and innuendos. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Who directed Shucked?
Five-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien directs Shucked. He is best known for directing Hairspray on Broadway.
Is Shucked good?
Shucked is among the best-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide. Our four-star review reads, "In the deliriously dopey countrified musical comedy Shucked, corn is cause for nonstop funny business — and some terrifically catchy tunes."
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