The musical is based on the 1993 film Groundhog Day. [3] The film itself starred Bill Murray as Phil Connors and Andie MacDowell as Rita Hanson and was produced on a budget of $14.6 million, earning over $70 million in domestic box office receipts. [4] Tim’s acceptance speech for Groundhog Day The Musical’s Best New Musical win at the 2017 Olivier Awards: Tim performed ‘Hope’ at the 2017 Olivier Awards. He was backed by some of the cast of the Old Vic production and the BBC Concert Orchestra: Critically acclaimed on both the West End and Broadway, Groundhog Day revels in one man's journey of self-discovery, day after day. Inspired by the hilarious film starring Bill Murray, Groundhog Day features a book by original co-screenwriter Danny Rubin, and music and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Tim Minchin (Matilda the Musical). Existential angst and toe-tapping tunes blend miraculously well in ‘Groundhog Day’, composer Tim Minchin's dazzling take on the 1993 movie. Theatre 121, the Woodstock Opera House resident production company is proud to present ‘Groundhog Day the Musical’ in the Woodstock Opera House. 7 Tony Award nominations and winner of the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical this production is based on the iconic film. “Groundhog Day: The Musical” brings the beloved 1993 film to life on stage with infectious energy and heart. Follow the journey of Phil Connors, a jaded weatherman trapped in a time loop, reliving Groundhog Day over and over. “Groundhog Day” is back. Again. The story of a jaded weatherman fated to live the same day over and over began as a beloved movie, then became an award-winning stage musical. On Thursday it opens at London’s Old Vic Theatre, where it first ran seven years ago. For writer Danny Rubin, it’s the latest chapter in the three-decade journey of an idea that changed his life and added a new Review by Suzanne Tate . Opening Night of Groundhog Day: The Musical was a highly anticipated event for me. I am a huge Tim Minchin fan and was excited to see how his satirical comedic wit and mind-blowing musical ability would transform the popular 1990s movie through the addition of his music and lyrics. A Melbourne theatre reviewed by Alex First Imagine living your life in an endless time loop and going crazy in the process. In essence, that is what Groundhog Day: The Musical is all about. It is based on the 1993 hit movie starring Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell, directed by Harold Ramis. Phil Connors is [] The premise of “Groundhog Day,” both the movie and the musical, is well-known: Cynical television weather forecaster Phil Connors, covering the annual Groundhog Day event in Punxsutawney Theatre 121, the Woodstock Opera House resident production company is proud to present ‘Groundhog Day the Musical’ in the Woodstock Opera House. 7 Tony Award nominations and winner of the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical this production is based on the iconic film. View the movie in the theater featured in the movie! Classic Cinemas is providing many opportunities to do just that during Groundhog Days weekend. Friday, January 31st – 7:00 pm Our events run from Thursday, January 30th until Sunday, February 2nd. Meet our special guest, Stephen Tobolowsky aka Ned Ryerson – BING! New events this year include the inaugural 5K run past many of the familiar places in the movie, the Broadway musical ‘Groundhog Day’ live on stage in the Woodstock Opera House, and Storybook Players for kids. The Groundhog Day musical is a joyful experience about one huge jerk. As Bill Murray's take on the same character does in the Harold Ramis film classic, Phil eventually learns his lessons, but Review by Suzanne Tate . Opening Night of Groundhog Day: The Musical was a highly anticipated event for me. I am a huge Tim Minchin fan and was excited to see how his satirical comedic wit and mind-blowing musical ability would transform the popular 1990s movie through the addition of his music and lyrics. 107 votes, 40 comments. true. It’s my favorite movie of all time. It really explores character development in an interesting way, where the protagonist changes but the world stays the same. View the movie in the theater featured in the movie! Classic Cinemas is providing many opportunities to do just that during Groundhog Days weekend. Friday, January 31st – 7:00 pm Celebrate the magic with us at these unforgettable events with Groundhog Day festivities kick off in Woodstock!: 📅 Jan 30, 2025 Children’s Groundhog Storytime @ Old Courthouse Center Welcoming of the Groundhog @ Old Courthouse Center 📅 Jan 31, 2025 Groundhog Day Movie Memorabilia Open House Groundhog Day Dinner Dance “Groundhog Day” the Movie Groundhog Day the Musical @ Woodstock “Groundhog Day: The Musical” brings the beloved 1993 film to life on stage with infectious energy and heart. Follow the journey of Phil Connors, a jaded weatherman trapped in a time loop, reliving Groundhog Day over and over. Groundhog Day: The Musical is part of our ‘Tis The Season Subscription Series that also included Sweeney Todd and Ron Slanina’s Bible On Broadway. Groundhog Day: The Musical Friday & Saturday, January 31, February 1, 7 & 8, 7:30pm
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