Constantine Maroulis Moves to Broadway – Rock of Ages Opens April 7
Constantine Maroulis and the cast of Rock of Ages are on the move. The off-Broadway show goes on hiatus after the first of the year, according to Variety, to get ready for a spring opening on Broadway.
In order to keep the show afloat in these tough economic times, the producers of Rock of Ages will offer reduced ticket prices to lure budget-minded theater-goers into the theater:
As many producers tout discounted tickets to encourage legit biz in what’s shaping up to be a particularly chilly winter, “Rock” arrives on Broadway with lower-than-usual pricetags already in place.
Tickets for the Rialto incarnation of the tuner will range from $46.50 to $99, with a top ticket price of $89 on weeknights and $99 for weekend perfs. (Most musicals on the Main Stem top out at around $120; “Billy Elliot” stretches up to $135.)
The Off Broadway production of “Rock” encourages a party vibe by allowing the crowd to bring drinks to their seats. (It’s original incarnation in Hollywood was in a nightbclub.) Producers aim to offer in-seat cocktail service at the Brooks Atkinson, turning the theater into the only Broadway venue to do so.
Sounds like a party!
Constantine will be originating a lead role on Broadway, which is a pretty big deal. If the show survives, Constantine will take part in recording a cast album and be eligible for a Tony nomination.
Rock of Ages begins Broadway previews March 20 ahead of an April 7 opening.
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6 Responses to “Constantine Maroulis Moves to Broadway – Rock of Ages Opens April 7”
I don’t know about anyone else, but I for one am super-excited about this show! Ever since I read one of the reviews MJ linked to a couple of weeks back, I’ve thought this would just be the most fun, cheesy, good-time thing ever :thumbup_tb: The 80’s were my youth, and I can’t think of a better way to relive ‘em!
As sleazy as Constantine has been in the past I am glad he found a show that will be successful for him-the role was made for him and I hope he does well
I’m happy for him. Originating a role on Broadway has been a life long dream for Constantine. I suspect heà ¢Ã¢â€š ¬Ã¢â€ž ¢s a happy camper right now. Also, it would be totally awesome for him if he gets to play Drew in the movie version.
Randy was right, the rocker thing he tried to pose on Idol was total BS…he is definitely not a rocker or a recording artist, he’s total Broadway. Good for him. I hope he has a “gay” old time – LOL!
There was some truth to what Randy said, but much of C’s theatrical career (ROA, Jesus Christ Superstar, Hegwig, RENT) has been rock-based scores, so Randy’s way is not the only way of looking at things. IMO, and all that. ;P
He was a big faker on Idol, but amusing. This looks like a very sucessful turn of events for him.