Groundhog Day is a musical with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and a book by Danny Rubin. (July 2014), the steps at Sydney Opera House (February 2015). Funny, warm, well directed and most enjoyable, GROUNDHOG DAY THE MUSICAL is worth seeing, again, then again, and again. GROUNDHOG DAY THE MUSICAL is playing up until and including Sunday 20 April at The Princess Theatre, opposite Parliament Train Station. The show runs for 2 hours and 35 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission. Groundhog Day The Musical is a Whistle Pig production, produced in Australia by GWB Entertainment, supported by Victoria’s Tourism and Major Event fund, Visit Victoria. The show will run from Afua Adjei, a vibrant and talented performer, is set to make her mark on the professional theatre stage with her debut in Groundhog Day the Musical.Based in Melbourne, Afua’s journey into the world of theatre has been marked by a deep passion for musicals and an active involvement in the city’s amateur musical theatre community. A Must-See for 2024. For those wondering whether Groundhog Day The Musical is worth the hype, the answer is a resounding yes. Whether you’re a fan of the original movie, a lover of musical theatre, or someone simply looking for a unique and thought-provoking night out, this is one show that shouldn’t be missed. After a decade-long anticipation, Australia is set to witness the theatrical charm of Groundhog Day The Musical. Initially announced in 2014 by the multi-talented Australian comedian, musician, and actor Tim Minchin, known for his work in Upright, this musical adaptation of the Bill Murray classic has already captivated audiences in London and Broadway. Groundhog Day contains flashing lights, smoke, gun shot effects & some strong language. The story ends happily but has darker phases. One musical sequence in act 2 satirically portrays the central character attempting suicide four times. "Groundhog Day the Musical" is a theatrical adaptation of the 1993 film "Groundhog Day," featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and a book by Danny Rubin. The musical made its Broadway debut in 2017. Theatre includes: Groundhog Day, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (The Old Vic); A Christmas Carol (The Old Vic/Broadway/US); Spitting Image: The Musical, Mother Goose, The Miser, Upstart Crow, The Man in The White Suit, Love Story, Daddy Cool, The Girls, Onassis, An Ideal Husband (West End); Little Shop of Horrors, Hansel and Gretel (Regent’s Park Open Air); Twelfth Night, Vernon God The Australian production of Groundhog Day The Musical is now in its final week of performances before Punxsutawney Phil must leave Melbourne. With only 4 performances remaining, this is the last chance to join the 99,000 audience members that have been through the doors at the Princess Theatre to experience this “musical masterpiece Groundhog Day had its world premiere and enjoyed a critically acclaimed strictly limited 10 week season at The Old Vic Theatre, London, in the summer of 2016.. One of the most ambitious shows ever to have been staged at The Old Vic, previews began on the 15th July. 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. Groundhog Day The Musical Direct from its record-breaking run-in London Groundhog Day the Musical is now playing at Melbourne’s Princess Theatre. Phil Connors, a cynical Pittsburgh TV weatherman is sent to cover the annual Groundhog Day event in the small town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Their theatre efforts earned Groundhog Day The Musical Tony Award nominations, as well Olivier Award wins for Best New Musical and Best Actor. Yes, Groundhog Day The Musical's Australian-premiere season runs across Groundhog Day itself, aka February 2. Yes, you can listen to Sonny and Cher's 'I Got You Babe' on repeat now to celebrate. And yes Get the best prices on tickets for Groundhog Day The Musical, Melbourne on TodayTix. Find the best deals, venue information, and more. Fresh from a hugely popular run in London, Groundhog Day The Musical plays in Melbourne at the iconic Princess Theatre for an Australian-exclusive season until 20 April. To celebrate, we asked the man behind the music—Australia's very own Tim Minchin—what makes Groundhog Day The Musical’s exclusive Australian season so damn special. 3,142 Followers, 115 Following, 115 Posts - Groundhog Day the Musical (@groundhogdayau) on Instagram: "Produced by @gwbentertainment ️ ⏰" Andy Karl stars as weatherman Phil Connors in Tim Minchin’s musical adaptation of the cult 1993 film Groundhog Day. Credit: Chris Hopkins That cultural touchstone premiered when I was in year 12 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 [] Groundhog Day the Musical has ended it’s 13-week season at Melbourne’s Princess Theatre. Phil Connors, a cynical Pittsburgh TV weatherman is sent to cover the annual Groundhog Day event in the small town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Caught in a time loop, he’s forced to relive the same day again and again and again.
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