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Run Time:
Two hours and five minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 9+
Opened: March 8, 2016
Closing: May 08, 2016

Disaster! - 2016 Broadway History , Info & More

Nederlander Theatre (Broadway)
208 W. 41st St. New York, NY 10036

Don't miss the strictly limited engagement of DISASTER!, the #1 musical comedy of the year and The New York Times CRITICS' PICK!

Set in the wildest decade ever, DISASTER! delivers earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos and unforgettable 70s hits like "Knock On Wood," "Hooked On A Feeling," "Sky High," "I Am Woman" and "Hot Stuff"—plus, an outrageous cast starring Tony Award winner Roger Bart (You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown), Tony nominee Kerry Butler (Xanadu), three-time Tony nominee Kevin Chamberlin (The Addams Family), Tony nominee Adam Pascal (Rent), Tony winner Faith Prince (Guys & Dolls), Drama Desk Award winner Rachel York (Victor/Victoria), three-time Emmy nominee Seth Rudetsky (SiriusXM's "Seth's Big Fat Broadway"), four-time Drama Desk Award nominee Jennifer Simard (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee), Max Crumm (Grease), Lacretta Nicole and Baylee Littrell.

Don't just take our word for it. See for yourself why audiences and critics are wild for this hilarious homage to the era of bellbottoms, platform shoes and the hustle. From the moment the glitter ball starts spinning you’ll be dancing in your seat…and rolling in the aisles.


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STAGE TUBE: Daphne Rubin-Vega and Adam Pascal Reunite for 'Light My Candle' at DISASTER!
by Stage Tube - April 5, 2016


After tonight's performance of Disaster!, RENT co-star Daphne Rubin-Vega joined Adam Pascal to sing 'Light My Candle' from RENT to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Check out the video below!

GREASE Stars to Reunite This Week at DISASTER!'s BC/EFA After-Shows
by BWW News Desk - April 4, 2016


For the past week, audiences of Disaster! have been treated to surprise performances after the show by some of Broadway's best. Seth Rudetsky, star and co-creator of Disaster!, took to Instagram today to share the performances fans can expect to in the coming days!

TV Exclusive: Can You Name That Nun? Randy Rainbow is ON THE SCENE with DISASTER!'s Seth Rudetsky & Jennifer Simard
by Randy Rainbow - April 4, 2016


How well do you know your pop-culture nuns and 70's disaster movies? BroadwayWolrd's Randy Rainbow is on the scene with DISASTER! cast members Seth Rudetsky and Jennifer Simard to find out! Watch below as they chat about the show, do some impressions, and of course, brush up on their disaster trivia!

Faith Prince, Daphne Rubin-Vega, and More Up Next to Perform at DISASTER for Broadway Cares
by Louisa Brady - April 2, 2016


This past week, audiences of DISASTER! have been treated to surprise performances after the show by some of Broadway's best, including cast members Kerry Butler and Adam Pascal, Cheyenne Jackson, Laura Bell Bundy, Kathy Brier, and Jackie Hoffman. Seth Rudetsky, star and co-creator of DISASTER! took to Facebook to share what performances fans can expect to in the coming days!

STAGE TUBE: HAIRSPRAY Cast Members Reunite at DISASTER for Broadway Cares!
by Louisa Brady - April 2, 2016


After last night's performance of DISASTER!, Laura Bell Bundy, Jackie Hoffman, and Kathy Brier joined Kerry Butler to sing 'Mama I'm A Big Girl Now' to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Check out the video below!

STAGE TUBE: Adam Pascal Sings Surprise RENT Ballad at DISASTER!
by Stage Tube - March 31, 2016


It's a big week at DISASTER! As the show begins collections for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids, the company has put together some special post-show appearances to inspire generosity. Tonight, Adam Pascal stopped by to sing 'One Song Glory' from RENT - check it out below!

STAGE TUBE: Cheyenne Jackson Suddenly Appears at DISASTER! for a XANADU Reunion!
by Nicole Rosky - March 31, 2016


It's a big week at DISASTER! As the show begins collections for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids, the company has put together some special post-show appearances to inspire generosity! Last night, Cheyenne Jackson was on hand to sing XANADU's 'Suddenly' with Kerry Butler. What will the audience be treated to tonight? Check back tomorrow morning to find out!

Backstage with Richard Ridge: Broadway's Reigning Funny Lady Faith Prince is Back in Action in DIASTER!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - April 3, 2016


She has already taken on some of musical theatre's funniest characters- Adelaide, Audrey, Miss Hannigan... and the list goes on. Now she's back in action at the Nederlander Theatre as a part of the gut-busting DISASTER! ensemble. In the show, Tony winner Faith Prince plays Shirley, an ailing 70s housewife who finds herself in the middle of a series of earthquakes, tidal waves, infernos aboard the Barracuda casino and discotheque. In this latest episode of Backstage with Richard Ridge, Prince reveals why she is having the time of her life in the new show, plus watch as she tells stories of some of her iconic past roles!

Photo Flash: Mo Rocca Visits Jennifer Simard at DISASTER! on Broadway
by Tyler Peterson - March 29, 2016


Comedian Mo Rocca recently attended Disaster! The Musical on Broadway, where he posed with star Jennifer Simard backstage. Check out photos from the visit below!

TV: The DISASTER! Company Celebrates an Far From Disastrous Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - March 9, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, officially opened last night, March 8, 2016, for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and we're taking you inside the after party with the full company below!

TV: Travel Back to the 70s on the Opening Night Red Carpet for DISASTER! with Marin Mazzie, Victoria Clark, Michael Urie & More!
by TV - Red Carpets - March 9, 2016


Just last night, some of Broadway's brightest stars gathered to support their fiends and family of Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, and BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet to check in before the curtain went up. Below, travel back in time to the 70s with Victoria Clark, Marin Mazzie, Michael Urie, and more!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Inside DISASTER!'s Gypsy Robe Ceremony!
by Walter McBride - March 9, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, officially opened last night, March 8, 2016, for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the whole evening, starting with the sacred Gypsy Robe ceremony. Below, check out photos of gypsy robe recipient Paul Castree with the company!

Photo Coverage: Backstreet Boys Reunite & More on the DISASTER! Red Carpet!
by Walter McBride - March 9, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, officially opened last night, March 8, 2016, for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals below!

VIDEOS: The 1970s Disaster Movies That Inspired DISASTER!
by Michael Dale - March 9, 2016


From earthquakes to tidal waves to shark attacks, it wasn't safe to go to the movies that decade.

Photo Coverage: DISASTER! Discos to Broadway- Inside the Opening Night Curtain Call!
by Walter McBride - March 9, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, officially opened last night, March 8, 2016, for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. BroadwayWorld was there for the special  night and you can check out photos from the curtain call below!

Photo Coverage: Seth Rudetsky, Adam Pascal & DISASTER! Company Celebrate Opening Night!
by Linda Lenzi - March 9, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, officially opened last night, March 8, 2016, for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from inside the after party below!

BWW Review: DISASTER! is Goofy Fun Set To A Campy 1970's Beat
by Michael Dale - March 9, 2016


Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick's musical send-up of 1970s disaster flicks has a solid company of pros having fun.

Review Roundup: DISASTER! Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - March 8, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, officially opens tonight, March 8, 2016, for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. Let's see what the critics had to say...

Broadway's DISASTER! Brings the Storm to the Great White Way Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 8, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER!, directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, officially opens tonight, March 8, 2016, for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016.

'70s Tidal Wave! Meet the Full Cast of DISASTER!, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Meet the Cast - March 8, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy DISASTER! opens tonight, March 8, at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street), directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick. DISASTER! will play a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. Scroll down to learn more about the company, plus watch footage of the cast onstage below!

TV Exclusive: Rachel York & Lacretta Nicole Wind Down The Road to DISASTER!
by Nicole Rosky - March 7, 2016


After making stops with Adam Pascal, Seth Rudetsky, Kevin Chamberlin, Faith Prince, Kerry Butler, Roger Bart, Jennifer Simard and Baylee Littrell, The Road to DISASTER! winds down as the show heads into to opening night this Tuesday.

Showbiz Runs in the Family! Son of Backstreet Boys Member Makes Broadway Debut in DISASTER!
by Nora Dominick - March 3, 2016


Showbiz runs in the family! 13 year-old Baylee Littrell, son of Backstreet Boys member, Brian Littrell, is making his Broadway debut with not one, but TWO roles in the hilarious new musical DISASTER!

TV Exclusive: Cruise Down The Road to DISASTER! with Jennifer Simard & Baylee Litrell
by Nicole Rosky - February 29, 2016


The Road to DISASTER! continues with four-time Drama Desk and two-time Drama League nominee Jennifer Simard of Broadway's Sister Act, Shrek The Musical and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

TV: Through Hell and High Water, DISASTER! Has Arrived- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - February 29, 2016


Broadway's new musical comedy Disaster! is currently in previews at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street), directed by Jack Plotnick with a book by three-time Emmy Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick. Disaster! officially opens on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 3, 2016. BroadwayWorld brings you highlights of the cast in action below!

TV Exclusive: Roger Bart Goes for a Walk Down The Road to DISASTER!
by Nicole Rosky - February 26, 2016


Tony Award® nominee Kerry Butler was on a roll in her last appearance on The Road to DISASTER! (Click here for Kerry's episode). Now, she's putting her DISASTER! co-star Roger Bart in the dog house-and they promise it has nothing to do with the Tony Award® he picked up for his portrayal of Snoopy in You're A Good Man Charlie Brown.

Disaster! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Disaster! and what's the order?
Hot Stuff
The Lord's Prayer
Saturday Night
Do You Wanna Make Love?
Without You
I Am Woman/That's The Way I've Always Heard It Should Be
Mockingbird
Still the One
Never Can Say Goodbye/Torn Between Two Lovers
Feelings
Feels So Good
Knock On Wood
Hawaii Five-0 Theme
Three Times a Lady
Ben
25 or 6 to 4
Sky High
When Will I Be Loved?
Don't Cry Out Loud
Come to Me
I'd Really Love To See You Tonight
I Will Survive
A Fifth of Beethoven
Reunited
Daybreak
Hooked On a Feeling

Disaster! History

Other Productions of Disaster!

2012   Off-Broadway
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2013   Off-Broadway Return Engagement [Off-Broadway]
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2016   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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Disaster! - 2016 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Baylee Littrell
2016 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Jennifer Simard
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Roger Bart
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Jennifer Simard

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