The Pirate Queen
AN EPIC VOYAGE with soaring melodies and brilliant, world-class artists.
Chicago Tribune
Why see The Pirate Queen?
The Pirate Queen is a sweeping tale of love set in a political context, mixing musical influences with the help of Gaelic pipes and whistles.
Variety
The Pirate Queen is an epic musical adventure celebrating the legendary Irish Chieftain Grace O'Malley. Based on her real-life story, The Pirate Queen tells of a compelling, inspirational woman; a heroine who led an extraordinary life as a pirate, chieftain, lover and mother in 16th Century Ireland. Commissioned and produced by Moya Doherty and John McColgan, the producers of Riverdance, this new musical combines classic storytelling and a sweeping score, with the powerful, vibrant traditions of Irish dance and song, to create a modern musical event that is both an historic romance and a timeless epic.
The Pirate Queen features a new score from the Tony Award-winning team of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, one of the most successful teams of author/composers in musical theatre. The new musical will be directed by Tony Award-winner Frank Galati
Dates
Previews from : 6th March 2007
Opened : 5th April 2007
Closed : 17th June 2007
Audience: The Pirate Queen is a musical that can be enjoyed by children aged 5 and upwards. Children under 4 years of age will not be admitted into the Hilton Theater.
Run time: TBA
Show Times
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
| Matinee | - | - | 2 pm | - | - | 2 pm | 3 pm |
| Evening | - | 8 pm | 8 pm | 8 pm | 8 pm | 8 pm | - |
*Please note that show times may change
Reviews
Customer reviews
10 reviews, average rating: (4.2 Stars)
Josh
The Pirate Queen
This musical is incredible. Several Chicago bloggers have been dismissing it, but I tell them that they don't know what they're talking about. (Just becuase you don't come out humming a melody that hit you over the head doesn't mean that the score is bad) On second thought, the score is one of the best I've ever heard even at this early stage in the preview process. It's blend of rock, musical theater, and celtic music create a cohesive yet diverse score that "Phantom of the Opera" only attempts to achieve. The production values are also incredibe creating a beautiful atmosphere, and the cast is magnificent. (Especially Grania played by Stephanie J. Block and Tiernan played by Hadley Fraser) It is definately one of the most talented casts I've ever seen. The story is entralling, the music soaring, and the production remarkable. I hope critics and audiences alike realize the magnificance of this work and appreciate it as much as I have. ... Read more
Anonymous
Loved it! Loved it! Loved it!
Bought last minute tickets for the show and had perfect seats. The songs/singing were wonderful! The dancing was excellent. The choreography was terriric! And the actors were great! Loved every minute of the show. Would highly recommend it and would go again! ... Read more
Gerard & Judy
Great Cast, Great Music, Great Show!
A wonderful night out - Stephanie J. Block as Grace O'Malley is mesmerizing, she owns the show along with a superb supporting cast, beautiful sets and wardrobe, and incredible music. We particularly enjoyed Linda Balgord’s performance as Queen Elizabeth I, and Hadley Fraser as Tiernan. We were very privileged to be at the 3/5 preview, and will certainly be adding this to our list of must see shows on Broadway when it officially opens in April. Our mid-center Orchestra seats afforded the perfect view and spectacular sound, allowing a full appreciation of this beautiful production. Highly recommended! ... Read more
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