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The Notebook

Why see The Notebook?

It Wasn't Over, It Still Isn't Over

This brand-new musical made its Broadway debut this year and garnered three Tony nominations! It's been sixteen years since Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams first set screens alight as Allie and Noah in The Notebook, but romance fans are in for a song-and-dance treat, when they take their seats at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Featuring music and lyrics from American singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, a book by Bekkah Bruntstetter (Cake, This Is Us) and direction from Tony nominee Michael Greif (Dear Evan Hansen, Rent).

Devised by Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and based on the best-selling book by Nicholas Sparks, the production brings one of the greatest modern love stories to life with a buoyant folk-pop score. Composer Michaelson explores themes of devotion, love, memory, and family, concepts often found in her own platinum-certified original music.

What Is The Notebook About? 

Beginning one sweltering Summer in 1940s South Carolina, the story chronicles the tumultuous love affair between poor mill worker Noah Calhoun and privileged heiress Allie Hamilton. When Allie's parents discover their tryst, they call him trash, forbid the relationship and announce their departure for Charleston. An angry Noah leaves, and the pair break up. Though their undeniable and unrequited bond is buried beneath World War II, Allie's engagement to another man and the ravages of time itself, the smallest ember of passion and true love remains in wait. 

Key Information

Run Time

Two hours and 20 minutes with one interval

Dates

Finished Dec 15

Cast

  • Maryann Plunkett as Older Allie
  • Dorian Harewood as Older Noah
  • Ryan Vasquez as Middle Noah
  • Aisha Jackson as Middle Allie
  • Anna Zavelson as Younger Allie
  • Benji Santiago as Younger Noah

Further cast

Andréa Burns, Yassmin Alers, Alex Benoit, Chase Del Rey, Hillary Fisher, Jerome Harmann-Hardeman, Dorcas Leung, Happy McPartlin, Juliette Ojeda, Kim Onah, Carson Stewart, Charles E. Wallace and Charlie Webb

Creative

  • Music and lyrics by Ingrid Michealson
  • Book by Bekkah Brunstetter
  • Direction by Michael Greif
  • Scenic design by David Zinn and Brett J. Banakis
  • Costume design by Paloma Young
  • Lighting design by Ben Stanton
  • Sound design by Nevin Steinberg
  • Hair and wig design by Mia Neal
  • Music supervision by Carmel Dean

Awards

2024 Tony Awards

Nominations
  • Best Leading Actress In A Musical - Maryann Plunkett
  • Best Leading Actor In A Musical - Dorian Harewood
  • Best Book Of A Musical - Bekah Brunstetter

Reviews

Customer reviews

19 reviews, average rating: (3.9 Stars)

Larry K

Loved every minute

This was a beautiful and moving show. Very poignant life lessons. Gorgeous music. Great performances. Go see it! ... Read more

Rick Cummins

The most moving show I've seen

Not having ever read the book or seen the movie, I was an open-minded frequent theatre-goer motivated by curiosity. As a man in my 70's, I was so moved by recognizing my own life stories and the universality of our beginnings, middles, and ends. The huge talents of the actors, designers, and directors captured the story of our lives. I loved the songs! I loved this show! ... Read more

Brianne

Not a dry eye

Never have I seen a play so beautifully written and so captivating. The entire audience was entranced and truly enjoyed the actors, music, and overall performance. ... Read more
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