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] The award nominations and wins rolled in, including two Olivier Awards for Best New Musical and Best Actor in a Musical for Andy Karl. Groundhog Day at the Old Vic also won the Critics’ Circle Award for Best Musical and four BroadwayWorld UK/West End Awards including Theatrical Event of the Year. New Musical Groundhog Day to End Broadway Run; Will Embark on National Tour Based on the iconic film, Groundhog Day is the new Broadway hit that Entertainment Weekly calls, 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). Andy Karl Relives the Same Day in the Latest Groundhog Day Photos. The new musical from Tim Minchin and Danny Rubin will open officially April 17. 11 PHOTOS. Andy Karl. Joan Marcus. “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 OPENS January 31, 2025 - A beloved comedy classic is brought to the stage in Groundhog Day. (707) 523-4185 Email Newsletter Donate My Account (707) 523-4185 Email Newsletter Donate My Account Newsday called it “an ingenious, witty, joyously offbeat musical.” NY1 said “Danny Rubin’s wryly humorous book and Tim Minchin’s clever songs, the forecast for this Groundhog Day looks pretty bright!” Groundhog Day was a New York Times Critics Pick and the Washington Post said “The surprises are consistently amazing!” Andy Karl stars as Phil Connors in the Broadway production of the new musical Groundhog Day following his celebrated performance at London's Old Vic. The Broadway musical will begin previews March “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. Out-of-town DJs and musicians will also take part in Groundhog Fest. New York artist James K plays a live set on the final day of the event Feb. 2. Groundhog Day, the Olivier Award-winning new musical featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchinand a book by Danny Rubin, and directed by Matthew Warchus, opens tonight, Monday April 17, on Groundhog Day (Original, Musical, Comedy, Broadway) opened in New York City Apr 17, 2017 and played through Sep 17, 2017. Repetition is an art of infinite variety as it’s practiced by Andy Karl in “Groundhog Day,” the dizzyingly witty new musical from the creators of “Matilda.” Portraying a man doomed to Repetition is an art of infinite variety as it's practiced by Andy Karl in 'Groundhog Day,' the dizzyingly witty new musical from the creators of 'Matilda.' Portraying a man doomed to relive a If you see "Groundhog Day," there'll be 2 hours and 45 minutes of kinetic and sometimes witty but ultimately wearying antics. Fortunately, there's a silver lining: musical-comedy dreamboat Andy Karl, who puts his own irresistible stamp on the arrogant TV weatherman played in the 1993 film by Bill Murray." Joe Dziemianowicz for New York Daily News The New York Times agrees Groundhog Day: The Musical is "full of fertile and feverish theatrical imagination," not to mention its seven Tony nominations, including Best Musical and Best Original Lovebug Cocktail 3 oz Vodka 2 oz Cranberry Juice 2 oz Pineapple Juice 1 oz Grenadine 2 oz Lemon Lime Soda Heavy Cream. Chill your martini glasses in the refrigerator for a few minutes. 3 SIX Will Welcome A New Cast of Queens on Broadway. Jenna Rubaii, who originated the role of "Joelle" in the original cast of the critically-acclaimed musical *Groundhog Day* on Broadway, is #duet with @Ian Nieboer listen I have room in my heart for more than one groundhog-based musical Mad thanks to Oliver for bringing this obsession into my life this month, and to everyone for bringing their creativity to it! #punxsutawneyphil #Duet #broadway #musicaltheatre #groundhogmusical
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