‘On Your Feet’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Tickets for ‘On Your Feet’ go on sale Friday November 10 and will play at the Majestic Theatre in March.

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio announces that tickets for the hit musical ‘On Your Feet’ will go on sale this Friday November 10 at 10a.m. ‘On Your Feet’ will play eight performances at the Majestic Theatre from Tuesday March 13 through Sunday March 18, 2018. It is based on the life story of seven-time Grammy winning international superstar Gloria Estefan and her husband, 19 Grammy winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan. Tickets start at $35 and are available at Ticketmaster, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or by visiting the Majestic Theatre box office. Orders for groups of 10 or more should be done by calling (210) 226-5967. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8 p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.  (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘On Your Feet’ is a jukebox musical that follows the Estefan’s journey to superstardom. Gloria Estefan has sold over 100 million records and sold out stadiums around the world. Emilio and Gloria Estefan together have won 26 Grammy Awards® but their music is only half the story. From the heart of Havana to the streets of Miami came a cultural phenomenon unlike anything the music industry had ever seen. The score is built around the Cuban-fusion pop music made famous by Gloria and Emilio Estefan including the chart-topping smash hits “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” “1-2-3,” “Get On Your Feet,” “Mi Tierra,” “Don’t Want To Lose You Now” and “Reach.” Also featured is the song “If I Never Got to Tell You,” with lyrics by Gloria Estefan and music by her daughter Emily Estefan. It is directed by two-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Mitchell and choreographed by Tony Award nominee & Olivier Award winner Sergio Trujillo with an original book by Academy Award winner Alexander Dinelaris.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

‘The Color Purple’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Tickets are now on sale for ‘The Color Purple’ which will play at the Majestic Theatre in February 2018.

North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio at the Majestic Theatre recently announced that tickets to the San Antonio premiere of the North American Tour of ‘The Color Purple’ are now on sale. The Tony Award-winning Broadway revival will play at the Majestic Theatre for eight performances from Tuesday February 6 through Sunday February 11, 2018. Tickets start at $30 and are available online, by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or by visiting the Majestic Box Office.  Office hours are 10 a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8p.m. on Friday, 2p.m and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday.  (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘The Color Purple’ is based on the 1982 novel by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros./Amblin Entertainment movie. The story follows the journey of Celie, an African-American woman in the South from the early to mid-20th century and stars Adrianna Hicks as Celie, Carla R. Stewart as Shug Avery and Carrie Compere as Sofia. It is adapted for the stage by Tony and Pulitzer-winner Marsha Norman with music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray. Tony Award®-winning director and scenic designer John Doyle recreates his award-winning work for the national tour with costumes by Ann Hould-Ward, lighting by Jane Cox, sound by Dan Moses Schreier and wig & hair design by Charles G. LaPointe.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

Theater review: ‘The King and I’ at the Majestic Theatre

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‘The King and I’ plays at the Majestic Theatre through Sunday October 22.  Photo: North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, used with permission.

Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is the national tour of the Lincoln Center Theater Production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘The King and I.’ There are still a few chances to catch it this weekend with show times at 8 p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are available at the box office and through Ticketmaster and prices start at $35. This musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher hired by the King to teach his many wives and children. It stars Jose Llana as the King of Siam and Heather Botts as Anna Leonowens.

‘The King and I’ starts off with Anna and her son Louis as they are arriving in Bangkok, “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” and are met by the King’s Prime Minister, the Kralahome. They start off on the wrong foot when he informs her that they are expected to live in the palace, which is a violation of Anna’s contract which stated that they were to have their own house. Despite this breech in contract, she agrees to keep her part of the bargain but constantly reminds the King that he must do the same. Eventually they become friends and with Anna’s help he slowly attempts to modernize Siam. Conflicts arise at the palace and Anna and the King become estranged but she returns when he is at his deathbed and stays with him until his death when his son Chulalongkorn takes over.

The cast may be big but they work together splendidly to make this Broadway favorite work. Jose Llana and Heather Botts have outstanding stage chemistry that makes this true story come to life. Show highlights include “Getting to Know You” when Anna meets the royal children and wives and “Shall We Dance” when Anna and the King dance towards the end of Act II. Especially poignant is “We Kiss in a Shadow” by Lun Tha, the slave girl and Tuptim, her forbidden lover. “The Small House of Uncle Thomas,” the ballet the Royal Singers and Dancers put on for the British guests, is visually stunning and showcases the depth of talent of the cast. With its combination of humor, drama, and spectacular singing and dancing, ‘The King and I’ appeals to all ages and the universal themes of family and love, in all its forms, are relatable and timeless.

‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Tickets to ‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella’ go on sale this Friday October 6, 2017.  Show plays at the Majestic Theatre in January.

The 2013 Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical ‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella’ is coming to San Antonio and will play at the Majestic Theatre from Friday January 12 through Sunday January 14, 2018. From the creators of ‘The King and I’ and ‘The Sound of Music,’ this musical will play for only five performances for a limited engagement as part of the North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio season. Performances are 8p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. on Sunday. Tickets go on sale this Friday October 6 at 10a.m. and prices begin at $35. They are available online, at the box office, through Ticketmaster online or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Box office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Orders for groups of ten or more may be place by phone at (210) 226-5967. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

The classic story has a fresh new take on ‘Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella.’ The tale of a young woman who is transformed from a chambermaid into a princess, this version combines the glass slippers, pumpkin and a beautiful ball with some surprising twists. She is more than just a pretty face with the right shoe size; she is a contemporary figure living in a fairytale setting who longs to escape the drudgery of her work at home and instead work to make the world a better place. As a spirited young woman with savvy and soul, she does not let her rags or her gowns trip her up in her quest for kindness, compassion and forgiveness. She not only fights for her own dreams but she also forces the prince to open his eyes to the world around him and realize his own dreams.

The production has music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, a new book by Douglas Carter Beane and original book by Oscar Hammerstein II. It is directed by Gina Rattan and choreographed by Lee Wilkins. Music adaptation and arrangements are by David Chase and music supervision is by Greg Anthony Rassen. Some of the songs include “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible,” “Ten Minutes Ago” and “Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?”

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

Tickets now on sale for ‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ at the Majestic

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Tickets are now on sale for ‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ coming to the Majestic Theatre in December.

The holiday season is almost here and it is time to start making plans. Celebrate the season with ‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ when it plays at the Majestic Theatre in December.  The stage adaptation of the beloved classic film is coming to San Antonio as part of the North Park Lexus Broadway In San Antonio season. This family friendly production will play for eight performances from Tuesday December 12 to Sunday December 17. Show times are 7:30p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8p.m.  Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. Sunday. Tickets are now on sale and prices begin at $30. They are available online, at the box office, through Ticketmaster online or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Box office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Orders for groups of ten or more may be placed by phone at (210) 226-5967. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’ tells the story of two show business friends who start out putting on a show in a picturesque Vermont inn and end up finding their perfect mates. It is full of dancing, romance and laughter and includes some of the greatest songs ever written. These include “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep,” “Happy Holiday,” “Sisters,” “Blue Skies,” and the unforgettable title song. Music and Lyrics are by Irving Berlin with Book by David Ives and Paul Blake and is based on the Paramount Pictures film written for the screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

Theater review: ‘The Bodyguard’ at the Majestic Theatre

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‘The Bodyguard’ is playing at the Majestic Theatre until Sunday September 24, 2017.  Photo: North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, used with permission.

Now playing at the Majestic Theatre is the stage adaptation of the 1992 Oscar-nominated Warner Bros. film. It is adapted by Academy Award-winner Alexander Dinelaris and tells the story of former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard Frank Farmer who is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge but what they do not expect is to fall in love. Grammy® Award-nominated and multi-platinum R&B and pop recording artist Deborah Cox stars as Rachel Marron and television star Judson Mills stars as bodyguard Frank Farmer. There are still three chances to catch the hit musical with show times at 8p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 8p.m. on Sunday. Ticket prices begin at $35 and are available online, at the box office, through Ticketmaster online or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

The first scene introduces audiences to superstar Rachel Marron and her music as she performs ‘Queen of the Night’ all the while unaware of the threat she faces from a stalker. Her manager hires Frank Farmer, a former Secret Service Agent to protect her and upgrade the security protocols. This version changes the focus of the story from the bodyguard to Rachel Marron. She collaborates with her sister Nikki on a new song, ‘Greatest Love of All’ and insists on performing her music as usual until she has a close call with the stalker while performing at the Mayan. From there they take the necessary precautions to keep everyone safe but when Rachel performs at the Oscars, Frank gets injured trying to protect her. Eventually they go their separate ways as he takes another job and she continues with her tour, ‘I Will Always Love You.’

With more than a dozen songs in the production, ‘The Bodyguard’ is more of a Whitney Houston tribute than a Broadway musical. It appeals to her fans and has a nostalgic feel from the first song to the iconic final performance of ‘I Will Always Love You.’ It is considered a romantic thriller but has occasional funny moments. Show highlights include Rachel’s concert-like performances and the hilarious karaoke scenes with the drunken college girls attempting to sing ‘Where Do Broken Hearts Go’ and Frank’s failed attempt at karaoke. It features such classic songs as ‘So Emotional,’ ‘One Moment in Time,’ ‘Saving All My Love,’ ‘Run to You’, ‘I Have Nothing’ and ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody.’ A word about the curtain call: give Stefan Raulston, who plays the assassin, a break. He is only playing a role. On opening night, he was booed when he took his bow.

Tickets now on sale for ‘The King And I’ at the Majestic Theatre

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The cast of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘The King And I.’ Photo: Matthew Murphy, used with permission.

Ambassador Theatre Group and NETworks Presentations LLC announce that the national tour of the Lincoln Center Theater Production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘The King And I’ will make its San Antonio premiere at the Majestic Theatre for eight performances from Tuesday October 17 through Sunday October 22 as part of the North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio 2017-2018 season.  Tickets are now on sale and start at $35 and are available at Ticketmaster online, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 or by visiting the Majestic Theatre box office. Box office hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday hours vary. Orders for groups of 10 or more may be placed by calling (210) 226-5967. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8 p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.  (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘The King And I’ is set in 1860s Bangkok and tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher hired by the King to teach his many wives and children. It is based on Margaret Landon’s novel “Anna and the King of Siam” which is based on the memoirs of Anna Leonowens who was the governess to the children of King Mongkut of Siam. The fifth musical by Rodgers & Hammerstein, it is directed by Tony Award® winner Bartlett Sher and is the winner of four 2015 Tony Awards® including Best Revival of a Musical.  The score features such classics as “Getting to Know You,” “Hello Young Lovers,” “Shall We Dance,” “I Have Dreamed” and “Something Wonderful.”

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

Tickets now on sale for ‘The Bodyguard’ at the Majestic Theatre

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Tickets for ‘The Bodyguard’ are now on sale.  It will play at the Majestic Theatre from September 19 through September 24, 2017.

The new season of North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio begins in September with the first U.S. national tour of the hit musical ‘The Bodyguard.’ It will play eight performances at the Majestic Theatre from Tuesday September 19 through Sunday September 24, 2017 and tickets are now on sale. Ticket prices begin at $35 and are available online, at the box office, through Ticketmaster online or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Box office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Performances are 7:30p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. on Sunday. Orders for groups of ten or more may be place by phone at (210) 226-5967. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘The Bodyguard’ is based on the 1992 Oscar-nominated Warner Bros. film and is adapted by Academy Award-winner Alexander Dinelaris. It is the story of former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard Frank Farmer who is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge but what they do not expect is to fall in love. Considered a romantic thriller, it features such classic songs as So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, I Wanna Dance with Somebody and the mega-hit I Will Always Love You. This version changes the focus of the story from the bodyguard to Rachel Marron. Grammy® Award-nominated and multi-platinum R&B and pop recording artist Deborah Cox stars as Rachel Marron and television star Judson Mills stars as bodyguard Frank Farmer. Jasmin Richardson will be playing the role of Rachel Marron for the Saturday matinee and Sunday evening performances.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700

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

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“Revolting Children” – the company of ‘Matilda The Musical’ now playing at the Majestic Theatre. Photo: Joan Marcus, used with permission.

The weekends were made for family fun and there is still one more chance to catch ‘Matilda The Musical’ at the Majestic Theatre tonight at 7:30p.m. Tickets start at $30 and are available at the Majestic Theatre box office. ‘Matilda The Musical’ is a based on the novel of the same name by best-selling author Roald Dahl. The winner of four Tony Awards, it is the story a Matilda, a precocious five-year-old girl with the gift of telekinesis who loves reading, overcomes obstacles caused by her family and school and helps her teacher reclaim her life.

The story begins with a large group of spoiled children at a birthday party singing “Miracle” and delighted about how special they are, as their parents shower them with praise and attention. At the same time, a clue-less and nine-months pregnant Mrs. Wormwood is at the hospital and even though she insists she must travel to Paris for a dancing competition, she gives birth to a baby girl. Mr. Wormwood is disappointed that it is a girl and that is where Matilda’s mistreatment begins at the hands of her family. The party scene returns and it is now five years later. Matilda is at the birthday party but she is an outsider.

This version of the story of Matilda is darker than what most people, who are fans of the movie, are used to. The cast of children do an admirable job alongside the adults and Gabby Gutierrez, as Matilda, is especially talented in the role. An honorable mention goes to Dan Chameroy for his portrayal of the heartless and mean Miss Trunchbull. Show highlights are when the company performs “When I Grow Up” as the children ponder what their lives as adults will be and “Revolting Children” as the defiant children swear to continue to fight for their rights. At first it seems like Matilda will not get her happy ending until Mr. Wormwood lets her stay with Miss Honey and finally acknowledges her as a girl. A happy Matilda and Miss Honey cartwheel off stage and the entire cast enters the stage on brilliantly colored scooters for the final scene. Overall, it is a charming story of an underestimated little girl who uses her imagination and sharp mind to take a stand and change her own destiny. It appeals to audiences of all ages and is filled with humor, laughter and heart.

‘Matilda the Musical’ at the Majestic Theatre

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‘Matilda the Musical’ opens at the Majestic Theatre on Tuesday June 6, 2017. Photo: Joan Marcus, used with permission.

The next performance at the Majestic Theatre is ‘Matilda the Musical,’ a part of the North Park Lexus Broadway In San Antonio season. It is produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Dodgers and will play for eight performances only from Tuesday June 6 through Sunday June 11, 2017.  Tickets begin at $30 and are available at the theatre box office, online, or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Box office hours are 10a.m. to 5p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday hours vary. Performances are 7:30p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 8p.m. on Friday, 2p.m. and 8p.m. on Saturday and 2p.m. and 7:30p.m. on Sunday. (North Park Lexus Broadway in San Antonio, 2017)

‘Matilda the Musical’ is a musical based on the novel of the same name by best-selling author Roald Dahl. It is the story a Matilda, a precocious five-year-old girl with the gift of telekinesis who loves reading, overcomes obstacles caused by her family and school and helps her teacher reclaim her life. She dreams of a better life and armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind she dares to take a stand and changer her own destiny. Winner of four Tony Awards, it is directed by Matthew Warchus with a book by Dennis Kelly and music and lyrics by Australian comedian, musician and composer Tim Minchin.

Majestic Theatre
224 E Houston St
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 226-5700