'Rock of Ages' to Close on Broadway After Six Years
After a six year run on Broadway, Rock of Ages is closing.
The musical, which earned five Tony nominations and has grossed $125 million over the course of its run, will play its final performance on January 18th. The show saw a minor resurgence upon the return of original star Constantine Maroulis, the American Idol alum who earned a Tony nod for originating the role of Drew in the show. The current run of Rock of Ages also features YouTube star Chester See and Big Brother alum Frankie Grande. However, the final run will also include some of the original Broadway and tour cast members as well.
"It’s hard to believe that a decade has passed since our 45-minute showcase at King King, a little dive bar on Hollywood Boulevard. That was the night Rock of Ages came to life, and what this incredible team has achieved since is nothing short of triumphant," said producer Matthew Weaver. "We landed Off-Broadway in the midst of the financial meltdown and yet, against all odds — thanks to the sheer determination, grit, naivety and enthusiasm of our dream team of creatives, actors and producers — opened on Broadway in the spring of 2009 to an overwhelming embrace from critics and audiences alike."
"As a team we’ve experienced the greatest — and in many ways, unexpected — joys of having a hit show and being a part of the Broadway community,” added producer Jonathan Linden. "From performing at The Tony Awards, to the Super Bowl, and Times Square on New Year’s Eve, this has been the ride of a lifetime for the entire Rock of Ages family and I am so proud of what we’ve all accomplished."
So check out Rock of Ages on Broadway while you've still got the chance! You know, if you haven't already.
You can order tickets here.
Credit: Rock of Ages Official Facebook