Callum Francis and the cast of ‘Kinky Boots’ (photo: Matt Murphy / MurphyMade)
The off-Broadway return of Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots will close November 20th. The remount will have played 32 previews and 102 regular performances at Stage 42 at the time of closing.
“We were so thrilled to bring the boots back to where it all began in New York City and share the joy with audiences again in a time when it was really needed,” said Producers Daryl Roth and Hal Luftig. “While we are sad to see our off-Broadway run come to a close, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to our cast, crew, and audiences for going on this journey with us. We are looking forward to continuing to spread joy and the message of Kinky Boots worldwide.”
Kinky Boots features a score by pop sensation Cyndi Lauper, a book by Harvey Fierstein, and direction & choreography by Jerry Mitchell. The show won six Tony Awards in 2013, including Best Score, Best Choreography and Best Musical. Kinky Boots ran at Broadway’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre for 34 previews and 2,507 regular performances, finally closing in April of 2019.
Callum Francis, who starred in the West End production and subsequently on Broadway and in Australia, reprised the role of Lola in its off-Broadway return. His co-stars included Christian Douglas as Charlie Price, Danielle Hope as Lauren, Brianna Stoute as Nicola, Sean Steele as Don, and Marcus Neville as George.
The ensemble includes Devin Bowles, Bella Coppola, Nick Drake, Ian Gallagher Fitzgerald, Ryan Halsaver, Matthew Michael Janisse, Lindsay Joan, Kevin Smith Kirkwood, Marty Lauter, Tommy Martinez, Ryah Nixon, Lucas Pastrana, Liz Pearce, Ricky Schroeder, David J. Socolar, Ebrin R. Stanley, Tarion Strong, Ernest T. Williams, and Maria Wirries.
Based on true events, this huge-hearted hit tells the story of two people with nothing in common – or so they think. Charlie is a factory owner struggling to save his family business. Lola is a fabulous entertainer with a wildly exciting idea. With a little compassion and a lot of understanding, this unexpected pair learns to embrace their differences and creates a line of sturdy stilettos unlike any the world has ever seen! But in the end, their most sensational achievement is their friendship.
