North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio season 2020-2021 at the Majestic Theatre

myfairlady — (center) Sam Simahk as Freddy Eynsford-Hill, Shereen Ahmed as Eliza Doolittle, Kevin Pariseau as Colonel Pickering and Leslie Alexander as Mrs. Higgins in the Lincoln Center Theater Production of Lerner & Loewe’s ‘My Fair Lady.’ Photo by Joan Marcus, used with permission.

The Majestic Theatre announced its line-up of shows for the 2020-2021 North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio Season and the line-up features a mix of revivals, Broadway Blockbusters, a dramatic adaptation of a classic novel and pop culture favorites for a season that offers diversity and broad appeal.

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio season packages are now available. Subscribers can choose a six-show package starting at $305 or seven-show package including ‘The Lion King’ starting at $335. Patrons can visit Broadway in San Antonio or call Broadway in San Antonio at 800-215-7469, from 9a.m. to 5p.m., Monday through Friday. Season Subscribers avoid potential single ticket price increases closer to the show by reserving their seats now and enjoy the privilege of priority ticket opportunities, lost ticket replacement, exchange privileges on existing seats and much more. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2020)

‘My Fair Lady’ – September 22-27, 2020
The Lincoln Center Theater production of Lerner & Loewe’s ‘My Fair Lady.’ Boasting such classic songs as “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain,” “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” and “On the Street Where You Live,” ‘My Fair Lady’ tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed?

‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ – December 1-6, 2020
‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ is an iconic musical phenomenon with a world-wide fan base. In celebration of its 50^th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production comes to North America. Featuring award-winning music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, the legendary score includes “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,’ “Gethsemane” and “Superstar,” rock roots that defined a generation. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring.

‘The Lion King’ – December 17, 2020 – January 10, 2021 (Add to make a seven-show package)
Disney’s ‘The Lion King’ is making its triumphant return to the Majestic Theatre for a three-week run. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. ‘The Lion King’ also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the unforgettable music and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage.

‘Tootsie’ – January 19-24, 2021
Based on the Oscar®-nominated film, ‘Tootsie’ is being touted as “the best comedy on Broadway” (Forbes). Featuring a Tony Award®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony Award® winner David Yazbek, this The New York Times Critic’s Pick is a “hilarious, thoroughly modern ‘Tootsie.” (People Magazine) that’s “even funnier than the movie!” (New York Post).

‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ – February 16-21, 2021
All rise for Academy Award® winner Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of Harper Lee’s ‘To Kill a Mockingbird,’ with direction by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher. ‘To Kill a Mockingbird, “the greatest novel of all time” (Chicago Tribune), has quickly become “one of the greatest plays in history” (NPR).

‘Beautiful – The Carole King Musical’ – March 12-14, 2021 (Season Option)
‘Beautiful – The Carole King Musical’ tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.

‘Mean Girls’ – March 30- April 4, 2021
Direct from Broadway, ‘Mean Girls’ is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer Tina Fey, composer Jeff Richmond, lyricist Nell Benjamin and director Casey Nicholaw. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. Soon, this naïve newbie falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady devises a plan to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you cannot cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.

‘Riverdance 25^th Anniversary Show’ – May 7-9, 2021 (Season Option)
‘Riverdance 25^th Anniversary Show’ is a powerful and stirring reinvention of the beloved favorite, celebrated the world over for its Grammy Award®-winning score and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. Twenty-five years on, composer Bill Whelan has rerecorded his mesmerizing soundtrack while producer Moya Doherty and director John McColgan have completely reimagined the ground-breaking show with innovative and spectacular lighting, projection, stage and costume designs.

‘The Cher Show’ – July 20-25, 2021
Superstars come and go. Cher is forever. For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture, breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. ‘The Cher Show’ is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it is packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star, and the icon. This hit Broadway musical features a book by Tony Award® winner Rick Elice, direction by Tony Award® nominee Jason Moore and choreography by Tony Award® winner Christopher Gattelli. It features 35 smash hit songs including “I Got You Babe,” “If I Could Turn Back Time” and “Believe.”

“Our Broadway in San Antonio subscriber base is evolving, and we are excited to bring a varied lineup this season that offers a wide range of options with cross generational appeal. Our 2020-2021 season delivers pop culture classics, Broadway blockbusters, acclaimed revivals and a dramatic play based on one of the greatest novels of all time.” – Emily Smith, general manager of the Majestic and Charline McCombs Empire Theatres

Theater review: ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ at the Majestic Theatre

Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is the North American Tour of the critically acclaimed, award-winning ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ and there is only one more performance on Sunday January 26 at 2p.m. This production brings the spirit of SpongeBob to life with humanity, heart and pure theatricality and is the 2018 Best Musical winner of the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards. When the impending doom of an erupting volcano threatens Bikini Bottom, SpongeBob, Sandy Cheeks and Patrick join forces to save the day. Tickets start at $45 and are available in person at the Majestic Theatre Box Office or online.

‘The SpongeBob Musical’ begins with a pre-show skit that has Patchy the Pirate, SpongeBob’s number one fan, in the audience taking pictures of the stage when two security guards try to stop him. Patchy claims he is being harassed and alleges pirate discrimination as he is led away. The guards then go through the usual theater etiquette that includes no picture or video taking allowed. The story begins as SpongeBob (Lorenzo Pugliese) awakens and welcomes the day with his pet sea snail Gary. He greets his fellow Bikini Bottom friends, including best friend Patrick (Beau Bradshaw), Squidward (Cody Cooley) and Sandy Cheeks (Daria Pilar Redus), as he walks to work at the Krusty Krab restaurant. “Bikini Bottom Day” At work, SpongeBob hints to Mr. Krabs (Zach Kononov) about his desire to become the manager but he just laughs and tells SpongeBob that he is “just a simple sponge.” The entire town is then rocked by a violent tremor and a news report reveals that it was caused by the nearby Mount Humongous, a volcano that is about to erupt. “No Control” The town predictably panics but the town villains Sheldon Plankton (Tristan McIntyre) and Karen the computer (Caitlin Ort) convince them to use an escape pod, which is really just a plot to hypnotize them into liking their restaurant. Always the optimistic, SpongeBob believes the town should try to save Bikini Bottom instead of running and convinces Sandy, who is a scientist, to help him stop the volcano. A last minute effort stops the volcano’s eruption and SpongeBob emerges the hero and the townspeople welcome a brand new day. During the curtain call, the cast performs the SpongeBob Square Pants theme song and the theater bursts out into full on party mode.

SpongeBob SquarePants is a beloved animated series and its successful transition to the stage will entertain both children and adults. With themes like friendship, determination and teamwork, ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ is a delight to experience for die hard fans of the franchise as well as those who appreciate silly, goofy and whimsical entertainment. It is true to the general feel of the animated series but some fans may be disappointed that the costumes are not more obvious to the characters. With that said, Lorenzo Pugliese is adorable as SpongeBob and Tristan McIntyre makes the evil Sheldon Plankton the evil villain everyone loves to hate. A creativity plus is awarded for using constantly moving and revolving ladders to simulate SpongeBob and Sandy’s ascent to Mount Humongous. Show highlights include “BFF” as SpongeBob tries to comfort an upset Patrick and “I’m Not a Loser” when Squidward performs a dance number in his imagination. The setting and costumes are bright and cheerful, with special mention of the gorgeous giant jellyfish, and it is just what ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ aims to be. This family friendly production has heart and plenty of laughs and is a definite must see but it may not be for the smaller kids because it is the length of an average Broadway musical.

Theater review: ‘Miss Saigon’ at the Majestic Theatre

Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production of Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical ‘Miss Saigon,’ a smash hit in London, Broadway and across the UK. It is based on Giacomo Puccini’s opera ‘Madame Butterfly’ and similarly tells the tragic story of a doomed romance involving an Asian woman abandoned by her American lover. The setting of ‘Miss Saigon’ is relocated to 1970s Saigon during the Vietnam War and ‘Madame Butterfly’s’ story of marriage between an American lieutenant and a geisha is replaced by a romance between a United States Marine and a seventeen-year old South Vietnamese bargirl. This highly anticipated engagement will play for eight performances through Sunday January 12 with upcoming performances on Thursday at 7:30p.m., Friday at 8p.m., Saturday at 2p.m. and 8p.m. and Sunday at 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. Tickets start at $45 and are available online, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-982-2787, or by visiting the Majestic Box Office.

‘Miss Saigon’ begins in April 1975 at “Dreamland,” a Saigon bar and brothel, shortly before the end of the Vietnam War where it is Kim’s (Emily Bautista) first day working at as a bargirl. She is a teenage peasant lured in by the Engineer (Red Concepción), a hustler who owns the bar and the rest of the workers tease her for her inexperience. U.S. Marines are there to party with the Vietnamese sex workers knowing they will be leaving soon. “The Heat Is On” This is where Chris Scott (Anthony Festa) meets Kim and they spend the night together. “The Transaction” They soon fall in love “Sun and Moon” and Chris promises to take her with him when he leaves Vietnam “Last Night of the World.” They get separated during the fall of Saigon and reconnect years later but Chris is already married. When he finds out that he and Kim had a son (Tam), he promises to take care of them. Not wanting to break her promise to Tam that he would one day meet his father, she makes the ultimate sacrifice to ensure he has the future he deserves. “Little God of My Heart”

This new production is unlike the usual featured at the Majestic Theater. With themes including war, lost loves and suicide, it is darker than most audiences are used to but is well worth experiencing. It includes a sensational cast of 42 performing the soaring score, including Broadway hits like “The Heat is On in Saigon,” “The Movie in My Mind,” “Last Night of the World” and “American Dream.” Even though the Engineer is a money-grubbing hustler, he provides much needed comic relief and quickly becomes an audience favorite, especially during “The American Dream” where he fantasizes about the glamorous life he will have in America. On Wednesday, during one of the most intense scenes, “Kim’s Nightmare (Fall of Saigon 1975)” there was a technical glitch but the expert crew had the show back on track within minutes. Anthony Festa and Emily Bautista have excellent stage chemistry and are believable as the doomed lovers and Anthony’s anguished scream during the final scene is heartbreaking. Show highlights include “Sun and Moon,” when the couple falls in love, “The Morning of the Dragon” during the parade celebrating the anniversary of Vietnam’s unification because of the gorgeous costumes and dancing and “You Will Not Touch Him” when Kim saves Tam’s life. Overall, “Miss Saigon” is an intense and tragic tale of lost love and war but is a must-see production for fans of the genre.

Majestic Theater disclaimer: ‘Miss Saigon’ contains some scenes and language which may not be suitable for younger audience members, including scenes of a sexual nature. The production includes strobe lights, gun shots and pyrotechnic effects. We encourage patrons to consider these factors when making their decision about attending the performance. Recommended for ages 14 and up.

Theater review: ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ at the Majestic Theatre

After a successful opening night, ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ continues this week at the Majestic Theatre until Sunday December 22. A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he has always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. ‘Dear Evan Hanen’ is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. Tickets start at $45 and are available online or at the box office. Showtimes Friday at 8p.m., Saturday at 2p.m. and 8p.m. and Sunday at 2p.m. and 7:30p.m.

‘Dear Evan Hansen’ revolves around Evan Hansen (Stephen Christopher Anthony), a teenager with social anxiety whose therapist recommends he write letters to himself detailing what will be good about each new day. His mother Heidi (Jessica E. Sherman) suggests to him that one way to make friends at school is to ask people to sign his cast. On the other side of town, the Murphy family, consisting of Cynthia (Claire Rankin), Larry (Alessandro Costantini) and their children Zoe (Stephanie La Rochelle) and Connor (Noah Kieserman), start their day yelling at each other. Both mothers wonder how to best connect with their sons “Anybody Have a Map?” At school, Evan has a confrontation with Connor and Zoe, whom Evan has a crush on, apologizes for her brother’s behavior. He is left to ponder whether his destiny is to be an outcast and forever ignored “Waving Through a Window” and then writes himself a letter. In it, he mentions Zoe and after Connor accidentally finds it, he thinks Evan is making fun of him and storms out, taking the letter with him. A few days later, Connor kills himself and that letter is found in his pocket which leads Connor’s parents to think it is a suicide note. Evan lies and makes people believe he was best friends with Connor until one lies leads to others and it eventually becomes too big for him to handle.

The winner of six 2017 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ features a book by Tony Award-winner Steven Levenson and a score by Grammy, Tony and Academy Award winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. A musical for the modern era, the setting consists mostly of digital screens displaying social media feeds that change with the story. Its universal themes of family, mental illness and teen suicide resonates with the mostly younger audience and even though there are numerous dark moments, it encourages an open dialogue. The fighting and yelling gets too loud towards the end but it serves to spotlight just how harmful and traumatic such moments can be for everyone involved. Stephen Christopher Anthony’s excellent portrayal of Evan is a sobering reminder of the natural human desire to fit in. Show highlights include Evan’s “Waving Through a Window” and “You Will Be Found” when Evan gives a heartfelt speech, which goes viral, about his loneliness and “friendship” with Connor. Overall, ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ is an inspiring musical about life, family, love, acceptance and the lies people tell in a desperate attempt to belong.

Tickets for the 20th anniversary tour of ‘Rent’ go on sale Friday

rent20 — The 20th Anniversary Tour of ‘Rent’ returns to the Majestic Theatre in March and tickets go on sale Friday. Photo: Google

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio announces that due to popular demand, the 20^th anniversary tour of ‘Rent’ will return to San Antonio for five performances Friday May 1 through Sunday May 3, 2020 at the Majestic Theatre. Performance times are 8p.m. Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m., Sunday. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 13 at 10a.m., start at $40 and are available online, by calling Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787, or by visiting the Majestic Box Office. The Majestic Box Office does not accept single ticket orders over the phone; all ticket sales must be made in person. Majestic Box Office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday hours vary weekly, call (210) 226-3333 to verify. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2019)

‘Rent’ is set in the East Village of New York City and is an inspiring musical about friends and artists struggling with addiction, poverty and most of all love. Winner of the Tony Award® for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, it is a re-imagining of Puccini’s La Bohème and follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven struggling artists in New York’s Lower East Side. With its universal themes of love and hardships it has become a pop culture phenomenon that appeals to people of all ages. Its message of joy and hope in the face of fear reminds people to measure their lives with love, which is the only thing that matters.

In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway and forever changed the landscape of American theater. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s ‘Rent’ continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th anniversary touring production. Based on original direction by Michael Greif, Evan Ensign re-stages the 20^th anniversary tour. Original Broadway creatives Marlies Yearby, Angela Wendt and Tim Weil are joined by Jonathan Spencer, Keith Caggiano, MiRi Park and Matthew E. Maraffi to make up the creative team for the tour.

Majestic Theatre
224 E. Houston St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-3333

Show review: ‘Blue Man Group Speechless Tour’ at the Majestic Theatre

bluemangroup19 — The Blue Man Group performs at the Majestic Theatre through Sunday November 24. Photo: Blue Man Group, used with permission.

Opening night pre-show energy at the Majestic Theatre last night was unmistakable as the audience awaited the return of the Blue Man Group to San Antonio, part of the North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio 2019-2020 season. Fans of all ages came to witness the multimedia sensation made up of the blue tinted, wide eyed men who have delighted people worldwide without uttering a single word. Tickets start at $40.

The ‘Blue Man Group Speechless Tour’ features new and original compositions, acts and instruments alongside iconic Blue Man Group moments based in joy, art, music, laughter and escapist absurdity. It is the same blue but the rest is new at this interactive experience perfect for the whole family. The Blue Man characters embark on a fresh journey of discovery on this all-new tour, the result of more than 27 years spent observing humanity. The tour features material that fosters communal moments, continues the evolution of tube-based instruments to support all new music and includes large-scale audience participation. Blue Man Group is the global entertainment phenomenon, known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters and multiple creative explorations. The performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy and non-verbal communication.

The Blue Man Group is universally appealing to a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds as evident by last night’s make up of the audience. Without giving too much away, this is a one of a kind show and must be experienced with fresh eyes not knowing what to expect. The often heart pounding music, percussions and a guitar, is loud but not as loud as in previous productions and there are plenty of bright and flashing lights. Audience participation segments include the blue men walking among the audience while they appear on screens and three audience members appear in skits. As always, the shaming of late-comers draws the most laughter. The combination of comedy, music and technology with some science lessons snuck in makes for a show the entire family can enjoy. It has a rock concert vibe that ends in a party like celebration.

There are only three more chances to catch this electrifying show. It plays until Sunday.

Saturday November 23 at 8p.m.
Sunday November 24 at 2p.m. and 7:30p.m.

This is an hour and a half show with no intermission.

Tickets for Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ go on sale Friday

aladdinmusical — Tickets for ‘Aladdin’ go on sale this Friday November 15. Photo: Google

Disney Theatrical Productions and North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio announced this week that tickets for the long-awaited engagement of Disney’s ‘Aladdin’ at the Majestic Theatre will go on sale to the public at 10a.m., Friday, November 15. ‘Aladdin’ follows the familiar tale of a poor young man who is granted three wishes by a genie in a lamp which he uses to woo a princess and to thwart the sultan’s evil Grand Vizier.

Performances begin Wednesday, March 25, 2020 for a limited engagement of three weeks through Sunday, April 12. Performances are Tuesdays through Thursdays at 7:30p.m.; Fridays at 8p.m.; Saturdays at 2p.m. and 8p.m. and Sundays at 1p.m. and 6:30p.m. Additional matinee performances are on Thursday, March 26 at 2 p.m. and Friday, April 10 at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $36 and are available by calling Disney’s Broadway Hotline at (866) 870-2717, online or by visiting the Majestic Box Office. The Majestic Box Office does not accept single ticket orders over the phone; all ticket sales must be made in person. Majestic Box Office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday hours vary weekly, call (210) 226-3333 to verify. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2019)

‘Aladdin,’ adapted from the animated Disney film and centuries-old folktales including “One Thousand and One Nights,” is brought to fresh theatrical life in this bold new musical. Aladdin’s journey sweeps audiences into an exotic world of daring adventure, classic comedy and timeless romance. This new production features a full score, including the five cherished songs from the Academy Award-winning soundtrack and more written especially for the stage. ‘Aladdin’ is designed by seven-time Tony-winning scenic designer Bob Crowley, six-time Tony-winning lighting designer Natasha Katz, two-time Tony-winning costume designer Gregg Barnes and sound designer Ken Travis. Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, the show features music by Tony Award and eight-time Oscar^® winner Alan Menken, lyrics by two-time Oscar winner Howard Ashman, three-time Tony Award and three-time Oscar winner Tim Rice and six-time Tony Award nominee Chad Beguelin with a book by Beguelin and is directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw.

Majestic Theatre
224 E. Houston St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-3333

Tickets for ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ on sale Friday

The North American Tour of the critically acclaimed, award-winning ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ will make its San Antonio premiere at the Majestic Theatre for four performances, Friday January 24 through Sunday January 26. Performance times are 8p.m. on Friday; 2p.m. and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m.,Sunday. Tickets will go on sale at 10a.m. Friday November 8 and start at $45. They are available in person at the Majestic Theatre Box Office, online or by calling (800) 982-2787 to charge by phone. The Majestic Box Office does not accept single ticket orders over the phone; all ticket sales must be made in person. Majestic Box Office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday hours vary weekly, call (210) 226-3333 to verify. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. All tickets subject to applicable service charges and fees. (Majestic Theatre, 2019)

Starring in ‘The SpongeBob Musical’ are Lorenzo Pugliese as SpongeBob SquarePants, Beau Bradshaw as Patrick Star, Cody Cooley as Squidward Q. Tentacles, Zach Kononov as Eugene Krabs, Tristan McIntyre as Sheldon Plankton and Daria Pilar Redus as Sandy Cheeks. Exploding with energy, it features an original pop and rock-infused score by a legendary roster of Grammy® Award-winning songwriters. Led and conceived by visionary director Tina Landau and a Tony Award®-winning design team, the production brings the spirit of SpongeBob to life with humanity, heart and pure theatricality. It includes a book by Kyle Jarrow, orchestrations and arrangements by Tom Kitt, musical supervision by Julie McBride & Tim Hanson and choreography by Christopher Gattelli. Explore the depths of theatrical innovation in ‘The SpongeBob Musical,’ 2018 Best Musical winner of the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards, where the power of optimism really can save the world.

SpongeBob SquarePants launched on July 17, 1999 and has reigned as the number-one kids’ animated series on TV for the last 17 years, generating a universe of beloved characters, pop culture catchphrases and memes, theatrical releases, consumer products, a Tony award-winning Broadway musical and a global fan base. SpongeBob SquarePants is the most widely distributed property in Viacom International Media Networks history, seen in more than 208 countries and territories, translated in 55+ languages and averaging more than 100 million total viewers every quarter. SpongeBob SquarePants is created by Stephen Hillenburg and produced by Nickelodeon in Burbank, California. The character-driven cartoon chronicles the nautical and sometimes nonsensical adventures of SpongeBob, an incurable optimist and earnest sea sponge and his undersea friends.

Majestic Theatre
226 N. Houston Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-3333

Tickets to ‘Come From Away’ now on sale

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio is thrilled to announce the national tour of ‘Come From Away,’ a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world. It will make its San Antonio debut at the Majestic Theatre for eight performances Tuesday February 25 through Sunday March 1, 2020. Performance times are 7:30p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 8p.m. on Friday; 2pm. and 8p.m., Saturday and at 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. on Sunday. ‘Come From Away’ tickets are now on sale and start at $45. They are available online, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800- 982-2787, or by visiting the Majestic Box Office. The Majestic Box Office does not accept single ticket orders over the phone; all ticket sales must be made in person. Majestic Box Office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday hours vary weekly, call (210) 226-3333 to verify. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967.(North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2019)

‘Come From Away’ tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. On September 11, 2001 the world stopped. On September 12, their stories moved us all. The touring production of ‘Come From Away’ will star Marika Aubrey, Kevin Carolan, Harter Clingman, Nick Duckart, Chamblee Ferguson, Christine Toy Johnson, Julie Johnson, James Earl Jones II, Julia Knitel, Andrew Samonsky, Sharone Sayegh, Danielle K. Thomas, Jenny Ashman, Jane Bunting, Amelia Cormack, Aaron Michael Ray, Kilty Reidy and Brandon Springman.

With a book, music and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award nominees Irene Sankoff & David Hein, ‘Come From Away’ is directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley. A “Best Musical” winner all across North America, the smash hit musical has won the Tony Award for “Best Direction of a Musical” (Christopher Ashley), 5 Outer Critics Circle Awards including “Outstanding New Broadway Musical,” 3 Drama Desk Awards including “Outstanding Musical,” 4 Helen Hayes Awards including “Outstanding Production of a Musical,” 4 Gypsy Rose Lee Awards including “Excellence in Production of a Musical,” 6 San Diego Critics Circle Awards including “Outstanding New Musical,” 3 Toronto Theatre Critics Awards including “Best New Musical,” 3 Dora Awards including “Outstanding New Musical/Opera” and “Outstanding Production,” and the 2017 Jon Kaplan Audience Choice Award.

Majestic Theatre
226 N. Houston Street
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-3333

Theater review: ‘Cats’ at the Majestic Theatre

catscast — The North American tour company of ‘Cats.’ Photo: Matthew Murphy, used with permission.

Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is ‘Cats,’ one of the biggest hits in theatrical history and there are still four more performances this weekend. ‘Cats’ is a sung-through musical composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on the 1939 poetry book “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats” by T. S. Eliot. It is the story of a tribe of cats called the Jellicles and the night they make the “Jellicle choice,” deciding which cat will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new life. Showtimes are Saturday at 2p.m. and 8p.m. and Sunday at 2p.m. and 7:30p.m.

‘Cats’ begins as the cats gather onstage and describe the Jellicle tribe and its purpose. ‘Jellicle Songs for Jellicle Cats’ Once they notice that they are being watched by an audience, they proceed to explain how the different cats are named. ‘The Naming of the Cats’ After Victoria’s (Caitlin Bond) ballet solo to signal the beginning of the Jellicle Ball, ‘Invitation to the Jellicle Ball’ Munkustrap (Dan Hoy), the show’s main narrator, explains that the Jellicle patriarch, Old Deuteronomy (Brandon Michael Nase) will make an appearance and choose one of the cats to be reborn. Munkustrap introduces the night’s contenders one by one, including Mistoffelees, (PJ DiGaetano) Rum Tum Tugger (McGee Maddox) and Bustopher Jones (Timothy Gulan). In the end, Old Deuteronomy chooses Grizabella (Keri Rene Fuller), a very old and mangy cat, to be the next one to go the Heaviside Layer and be reborn ‘Journey to the Heaviside Layer.’

From the graceful dancing of the Cats during The Jellicle Ball to the swagger of ‘The Rum Tum Tugger,’ there is something for everyone in this production because the music ranges from classical to jazz. Act I ends with a preview of the popular ‘Memory’ with Grizabella performing the entire song when she addresses the Cats towards the end. The definite audience favorites were Macavity (the evil criminal of the bunch, who can never quite be caught in the act) and Mistoffelees (he is small, black and can do feats of magic no other cat can do) as well as Rum Tum Tugger. Show highlights include Mistoffelees’ dance solo and Grizabella’s rendition of ‘Memory, which drew the most applause and cheers from the audience and is one of the most poignant moments of the show. With beautiful melodies, an extremely talented cast and amazing costumes, this timeless musical does not disappoint. ‘Cats’ is sure to entertain longtime fans as well as newbies and is a must-see for audiences of all ages.

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