Mr. Saturday Night (musical)
2022 stage musical / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mr. Saturday Night is a stage musical with music by Jason Robert Brown, lyrics by Amanda Green, and a book by Billy Crystal, Lowell Ganz, and Babaloo Mandel, based on the 1992 film. The musical follows comedian Buddy Young, Jr, decades past his prime, as he attempts a second chance at fame and his family. It premiered at Barrington Stage Company in October 2021. The musical moved to Broadway opening on April 27, 2022 at the Nederlander Theatre.
Mr. Saturday Night | |
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Music | Jason Robert Brown |
Lyrics | Amanda Green |
Book | Billy Crystal Lowell Ganz Babaloo Mandel |
Basis | Mr. Saturday Night by Billy Crystal |
Premiere | October 16, 2021 (2021-10-16): Barrington Stage Company |
Productions | 2021 Barrington Stage 2022 Broadway |
The Broadway production received positive reviews by critics, praising the book and music of the musical, being nominated for five Tony Awards, including for Best Musical. Billy Crystal and Shoshana Bean performances were critical acclaimed, being nominated both at the Tony Award and Drama League Award. The music album received a nomination at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards for Best Musical Theater Album.