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13 A Musical

Why see 13 A Musical?

Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe.

These are the labels that can last a lifetime - and this new musical from Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown is already being labeled as the most original show of the season.

The cast is comprised entirely of teenagers, but the stories that come to life here are ageless, the emotions they explore timeless, the laughter and the memories they provide priceless.

After all, if you really want to know about someone, ask them which lunch table they sat at.

13. The new musical about fitting in – and standing out!

A grown-up story about growing up, featuring the only all-teenage cast ever to hit Broadway!

When his parents get divorced and he's forced to move from New York to a small town in Indiana, Evan Goldman just wants to make friends and survive the school year. Easier said than done.

The star quarterback is threatening to ruin his life and his only friend, Patrice, won't talk to him. The school freak sees an opportunity for blackmail and someone is spreading the nastiest rumors.

With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, "13" is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it.

Key Information

Audience

13 - A Musical is appropriate for children aged 12 and older. Children under 4 years of age will not be admitted into the Bernard B Jacobs Theater.

Run Time

Two hours 45 minutes with one 15 minute intermission.

Dates

Finished Jan 4, 2009

Cast

Aaron Simon Gross as Archie
Eric M Nelson as Brett
Brynn Williams as Cassie
Ariana Grande as Charlotte
Al Calderon as Eddie
Graham Phillips as Evan
Delaney Moro as Kendra
Elizabeth Egan Gillies as Lucy
Malik Hammond as Malcolm
Caitlin Gamm as Molly
Allie Trimm as Patrice
Eamon Foley as Richie
Joey LaVarco as Simon

The Band
Lexi Bodick on Bass
Zachary Coe on Drums
Adam Michael Kaufman on Keyboard
Zach Page on Guitar
Chris Raymond on Guitar

Creative

Directed by Jeremy Sams
Choreography by Christopher Gattelli
Musical direction by Tom Kit
Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown
Music by Jason Robert Brown
Book by Dan Elish and Robert Hornre

Reviews

Customer reviews

6 reviews, average rating: (4.3 Stars)

Emma

13 a must-see musical

13 the musical is amazing. I've seen it at least 5 times. The music is sophisticate not any fluffy stuff like high school musical. It has depth. And these actors can sing! Sorry but again Zac Efron doesn't stand a chance. My mom and younger sister and I all enjoy the score and the comedy that Jason Robert Brown can portray in these songs. You will walk out of the theater wishing it was never going to end! It's a new JRB musical on Broadway get hyped! I've seen more Broadway shows that you can imagine and this one tops them all! ... Read more

Brittany Catt

13 The Musical

“No you’re not ready, not it’s not time yet, no it’s not right now, wait until you’re older.” Phrases I’m sure you heard time and time again when you were younger. Not this time. 13 The Musical, an amazing new show has broken this mold and thanks to them we’ve been able to welcome Broadway’s first all teen cast and band! The story starts in New York City with Evan Goldman as he is preparing for his Bar Mitzvah. Unfortunately, his parents go through a bitter divorce and he is forced to move to the small town of Appleton, Indiana, a.k.a. the lamest place in the world. There, he meets his neighbor Patrice and they become friends. Once school starts Evan finds the need to do everything in his power to have the best Bar Mitzvah ever. So he leaves Patrice, the quirky, offbeat, and even geeky girl, for the cool crowd. It's a great musical that is definately worth seeing! Brittany ... Read more

micayla

13 the musical = best to hit Broadway in a while!!

13,13,13!! This tween Broadway sensation is sweeping the nation!!! 13 is about Evan Goldberg, who moves from NYC to Indiana when he's almost thirteen. Once in Indiana, he has to deal with making new friends and the culture shock, along with all the other things that teenagers go through like dating and puberty. This show is written by Jason Robert Brown, so it is fantastically written, and the songs are AMAZING! There are catchy and upbeat, and the lyrics and comical and funny and will have you laughing out loud. Most importantly, the talent in the cast is what makes the show. 13 contains the first Broadway cast EVER! of only teens. (apprx 13-18 year olds. ) Also, the band consists of kids at these ages, also. For more info, go to www.13themusical.com , or if I have already sold ya on the show, go straight to www.13fans.com to sign up for the ultimate fan club, and meet other 13 fans! ... Read more
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