Something Rotten! is a musical comedy with a book by John O'Farrell and Karey Kirkpatrick and music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Set in 1595, the story follows the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, who struggle to find success in the theatrical world as they compete with the wild popularity of their contemporary William Shakespeare. Something Rotten! opened on Broadway at the St. James Theatre on April 22, 2015, where it played for 708 performances. It was nominated for ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and won one. Tours and international productions have followed.
| Music | Karey Kirkpatrick, Wayne Kirkpatrick |
| Lyrics | Karey Kirkpatrick, Wayne Kirkpatrick |
| Book | Karey Kirkpatrick, John O'Farrell |
| Setting | 1595, South London |
| Productions | 2015 Broadway, 2017-2019 US tour |
| Official Website | http://rottenbroadway.com/ |
Over Something Rotten!
Musical comedy that chronicles the exploits of The Bottom brothers. They try to find success by writing plays and performances but are consistently bested by their peer, William Shakespeare.
Prestaties van Something Rotten!
The production was nominated for 10 Tony Awards. In 2020, the Birmingham Repertory Theatre in the UK announced a production of the show.
Top feiten die je niet wist over Something Rotten!
Cultural depictions of William Shakespeare.. Plays set in the 16th century.. Plays set in London.. Original musicals.
Laatste informatie over Something Rotten! bijgewerkt op 30 December 2022.
