When did Beatlemania the Broadway musical open and close?
Beatlemania premiered at the Winter Garden Theatre on the 31st of May 1977 and closed on the 17th of October 1979. The show ran for 1,006 performances during its Broadway engagement.
Questions about Beatlemania (musical)
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How much money did Beatlemania the Broadway show gross?
The Broadway run of Beatlemania grossed more than $40 million over its 1,006 performances. The show achieved sellout status in its first six months without ever holding an official opening night.
Who sued Beatlemania and what was the outcome?
Apple Corps, the Beatles' production company, sued show creator Steve Leber and Beatlemania's producers in 1979. In 1986, Los Angeles Superior Court judge Paul Breckenridge ruled in Apple's favor, ordering Leber and Beatlemania Inc. to pay $5.6 million plus 7% interest, and barring further unconsented use of the Beatles' persona.
What were the original Broadway cast members of Beatlemania?
The original Broadway production used two rotating casts called Bunks. Bunk 1 featured Mitch Weissman as Paul, Joe Pecorino as John, Les Fradkin as George, and Justin McNeill as Ringo. Bunk 2 featured Randy Clark, Reed Kailing, P.M. Howard, and Bobby Taylor.
Was a Beatlemania film made and how was it received?
Beatlemania: The Movie was directed by Joseph Manduke and released in the summer of 1981. Critics gave it strongly negative reviews; Janet Maslin of The New York Times called it "a horror on the stage, and it's even more of a horror at close range," and plans for a follow-up film were cancelled immediately.
Did Beatlemania release a cast recording album?
Beatlemania released a self-titled original cast album on Arista Records in 1978, featuring contributions from both the first and second Broadway casts. The album placed on the Billboard 200 for several weeks and received a Grammy nomination for Best Musical Theater Album in 1979.