'The Outsiders' completes Broadway cast
The new musical adaptation of S. E. Hinton's 1967 coming-of-age novel begins New York performances at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre in mid-March of 2024.
Stay gold, everyone! The Outsiders on Broadway has set its complete cast ahead of its New York premiere. Performances begin at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on March 16 ahead of an April 11 opening.
Dan Berry completes The Outsiders principal cast as Paul Holden. He joins the previously announced Brody Grant as Ponyboy Curtis, Sky Lakota-Lynch as Johnny Cade, Joshua Boone as Dallas Winston, Brent Comer as Darrel Curtis, Jason Schmidt as Sodapop Curtis, Emma Pittman as Cherry Valance, Daryl Tofa as Two-Bit Mathews and Kevin William Paul as Bob Sheldon.
All but Lakota-Lynch, Boone, Tofa, and Pittman make their Broadway debuts with the show.
The Outsiders Broadway cast also includes Jordan Chin, Milena J. Comeau, Barton Cowperthwaite, Tilly Evans-Krueger, Henry Gendron, RJ Higton, Wonza Johnson, Sean Harrison Jones, Maggie Kuntz, Renni Anthony Magee, SarahGrace Mariani, Melody Rose, Josh Strobl, Victor Carrillo Tracey, and Trevor Wayne.
Adapted from the landmark novel by S. E. Hinton, The Outsiders follows the complicated brotherhood and coming of age shared among teenage gang members all but abandoned by the world. Danya Taymor directs the musical written by Adam Rapp with Justin Levine, with songs by folk duo Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance) and Levine.
As previously announced, the creative team also includes music superviser, arranger, and orchestrator Levine; choreographers Rick and Jeff Kuperman; scenic designers AMP featuring Tatiana Kahvegian; costume designer Sarafina Bush; lighting designer Brian MacDevitt; sound designer Cody Spencer; projection designer Hana Kim; and music director Matt Hinkley.
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Photo credit: Brody Grant, Sky Lakota-Lynch, Brent Comer, Dan Berry, Daryl Tofa, Emma Pittman, Jason Schmidt, Joshua Boone, and Kevin William Paul. (Photos courtesy of production; Boone photo by Drew Gurian)
Frequently asked questions
What is The Outsiders about?
Experience a classic story of brotherhood and coming of age as a heartfelt folk musical. Inspired by S. E. Hinton's novel and Francis Ford Coppola's film, this show follows the lives of teenage have-nots whose best hope for survival and acceptance is in their brotherhood.
Where is The Outsiders playing?
The Outsiders is playing at Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. The theatre is located at 242 West 45th Street, New York, 10036.
How long is The Outsiders?
The running time of The Outsiders is 2hr 25min. Incl. 15min intermission.
What's the age requirement for The Outsiders?
The recommended age for The Outsiders is Ages 10+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted..
How do you book tickets for The Outsiders?
Book tickets for The Outsiders on New York Theatre Guide.
Who wrote The Outsiders musical?
Adam Rapp (book), Jamestown Revival (music and lyrics, composed of Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance), and Justin Levine (book, music, lyrics) wrote The Outsiders. The Broadway musical is based on the 1967 novel by S. E. Hinton.
Who directed The Outsiders?
Danya Taymor directs The Outsiders musical. The niece of Tony-winning director Julie Taymor, she's known for staging Pass Over on Broadway in 2021.
What are the songs in The Outsiders?
The songs in The Outsiders musical are by Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance of Jamestown Revival, along with Justin Levine. The tracks include "Stay Gold," "Tulsa '67," “Grease Got a Hold on You,” and "Great Expectations."
Is The Outsiders musical the same as the book?
The Outsiders musical is similar to the novel and film adaptation, keeping the same characters, plot, and setting. The musical stands apart, however, due to its original score of songs by Jamestown Revival.
Is The Outsiders appropriate for kids?
The Outsiders on Broadway is recommended for kids 11 and older due to depictions of gang violence and themes including death and neglect. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
Is The Outsiders good?
Yes — The Outsiders endures as an American classic, and the musical honors that. Broadway audiences get to experience this story of brotherhood, survival, and hope in a whole new way and with moving folk music.
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