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Rock of Ages 2009

Run Time:
2 hours and 15 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 13+
Opened: April 7, 2009
Closing: January 18, 2015

Rock of Ages - 2009 Broadway History , Info & More


In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA's most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the '80s. It's ROCK OF AGES, an arena-rock love story told through the mind-blowing, face-melting hits of Journey, Bon Jovi, Poison and many more. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on.

The five-time Tony Award nominated musical ROCK OF AGES moved from The Brooks Atkinson Theatre to the Helen Hayes Theatre, opening March 24, 2011. ROCK OF AGES played its final performance at The Brooks Atkinson Theatre on Sunday, January 9, 2011.


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Rock of Ages
7 / 10

Forget the silly plot, which has to do with a rock club threatened with being turned into a strip mall by a greedy German real estate developer (Paul Schoeffler). There's also a romantic triangle between a sexy waitress/struggling actress (Amy Spangler), a sweet busboy/struggling musician (Constantine Maroulis, of 'American Idol' fame) and a debauched glam rock star (James Carpinello). Instead, just wait for the less than subtle cues for such instantly recognizable songs as 'I Want to Know What Love Is,' 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn,' 'Here I Go Again,' 'Hit Me With Your Best Shot' and others, performed at deafening volume by the hard rocking, five-piece onstage band.

Rock of Ages
9 / 10

In the ’80s, let’s say you never grew a mullet, squeezed into acid-washed jeans or threw the horns at a Quiet Riot concert. Doesn’t mean that the pop hits of the period didn’t fuse with your hormones and secure an unassailable seat in your pleasure center. That sweet spot is exactly what the insanely fun mixtape musical Rock of Ages relentlessly tickles, with its familiar heavy-metal ballads married to an impish, self-mocking book. Think it’s just a cheap retro goof? Rock of Ages shatters irony with a killer drum solo, then melts the wreckage with a smoking guitar riff.

BWW Flashback: The Final Countdown- ROCK OF AGES Closes on Broadway Tonight!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 18, 2015


The five-time Tony Award-nominated Rock of Ages plays its final performance on Sunday, January 18, 2015 after 22 preview and 2,328 Broadway performances, solidifying its spot as the 27th longest running show in Broadway history. Below, BroadwayWorld bids adieu to the musical with a special flashback!

Original ROCK OF AGES Broadway Cast Member Rejoins Company in New Role
by Tyler Peterson - January 5, 2015


BroadwayWorld has confirmed that original ROCK OF AGES Broadway cast member Mitchell Jarvis, who played Lonny when the show first opened, has rejoined the cast for its final weeks on the Great White Way as Stacee Jaxx. Jarvis succeeds YouTube star Chester See.

ROCK OF AGES' Constantine Maroulis Jokes: 'I Can't Hurt Myself Again - We're Almost Done!'
by Caryn Robbins - November 24, 2014


The former AMERICAN IDOL star recently attended the T.J. Martell Foundation's 11th annual World Tour of Wine and after taking an accidental stumble, joked 'I can't hurt myself again! We're almost done!'

Photo Flash: First Look at Chester See, Frankie Grande & Lauren Zakrin in Broadway's ROCK OF AGES
by Tyler Peterson - November 19, 2014


As recently reported, original Tony Award-nominated star Constantine Maroulis has extended his return engagement as 'Drew' in Broadway's ROCK OF AGES, with Lauren Zakrin, YouTube sensation Chester See, and Frankie Grande joining the production in recent weeks. Below, check out a first look at the production's new cast members in cation!

Breaking News: ROCK OF AGES Sets Broadway Closing Date
by Robert Diamond - November 18, 2014


The producers of the five-time Tony Award-nominated ROCK OF AGES announced today that the production will play its final performance on Sunday, January 18, 2015 after 22 preview and 2,328 Broadway performances, solidifying its spot as the 27th longest running show in Broadway history.

Photo Coverage: BIG BROTHER's Frankie J. Grande Joins Broadway's ROCK OF AGES!
by Kevin Thomas Garcia - November 11, 2014


Five-time Tony Award-nominated Rock of Ages just welcomed 'Big Brother' star Frankie J. Grande in his return to Broadway in the smash-hit musical, beginning last night, November 10, 2014. Grande stars in the role of 'Franz' - the free-spirited son of German developer Hertz Klineman, who threatens to tear down the Sunset Strip - through January 18, 2015. Click here to catch a video roundup of his past performances! BroadwayWorld was there for his first curtain call and you can check out photos below!

Frankie J. Grande Returns to Broadway in ROCK OF AGES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2014


Five-time Tony Award-nominated Rock of Ages welcomes 'Big Brother' star Frankie J. Grande in his return to Broadway in the smash-hit musical, beginning tonight, November 10, 2014. Grande will star in the role of 'Franz' - the free-spirited son of German developer Hertz Klineman, who threatens to tear down the Sunset Strip - through January 18, 2015.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- ROCK OF AGES' Genson Blimline
by BWW Staff - November 7, 2014


Welcome to THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with your favorite Broadway stars. Want to know what hooked them to a career in the theater? Their dream roles? Their Broadway crushes? Read on! In this week's edition, we caught up with Genson Blimline, who is starring as 'Lonny' in Rock of Ages- currently playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre.

Justin Matthew Sargent Steps in for Injured Constantine Maroulis at ROCK OF AGES
by Nicole Rosky - October 29, 2014


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Constantine Maroulis is temporarily out of Broadway's ROCK OF AGES due to a leg injury. Justin Matthew Sargent, who played the role of Drew in 2012-13, has stepped in for the Tony nominee during his absence.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at Chester See as 'Stacee Jaxx' in ROCK OF AGES
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2014


ROCK OF AGES just Tweeted a first look at its new star, YouTube sensation Chester See, as 'Stacee Jaxx'. Check it out below!

YouTube Star Chester See Makes Broadway Debut in ROCK OF AGES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2014


ROCK OF AGES, Broadway's five-time Tony Award-nominated smash hit musical built on the music that ignited a generation, will now blaze a path on Broadway as the first show to join today's new media revolution. Tonight, October 27, YouTube sensation Chester See, who has over 1.5 million subscribers and 160 million channel views, will make his Broadway debut as wild rock idol 'Stacee Jaxx,' for a limited engagement through January 4, 2015.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- ROCK OF AGES' Carrie St. Louis
by BWW Staff - October 24, 2014


Welcome to THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with your favorite Broadway stars. Want to know what hooked them to a career in the theater? Their dream roles? Their Broadway crushes? Read on! In this week's edition, we caught up with Mitchell Jarvis, who is starring as 'Stacee Jaxx' in Rock of Ages- currently playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre.

Video Roundup: New ROCK OF AGES Star Frankie Grande Sings LITTLE SHOP, NEXT TO NORMAL & More!
by Nicole Rosky - October 21, 2014


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the five-time Tony Award-nominated Rock of Ages announced today that 'Big Brother' star Frankie J. Grande will return to Broadway in the smash-hit musical beginning November 10, 2014. Grande will star in the role of 'Franz' - the free-spirited son of German developer Hertz Klineman, who threatens to tear down the Sunset Strip - through January 18, 2015. Below, BroadwayWorld celebrates his return to Broadway with a collection of some of his past performances, including some duets with his Broadway veteran sister, Ariana Grande!

Frankie Grande, Lauren Zakrin to Join Broadway's ROCK OF AGES; Tony Nominee Constantine Maroulis Extends Run
by Tyler Peterson - October 21, 2014


Producers of the five-time Tony Award-nominated Rock of Ages announced today that 'Big Brother' starFrankie J. Grande will return to Broadway in the smash-hit musical beginning November 10, 2014. Grande will star in the role of 'Franz' - the free-spirited son of German developer Hertz Klineman, who threatens to tear down the Sunset Strip - through January 18, 2015.

YouTube Star Chester See to Make Broadway Debut in ROCK OF AGES
by Tyler Peterson - October 14, 2014


ROCK OF AGES, Broadway's five-time Tony Award-nominated smash hit musical built on the music that ignited a generation, will now blaze a path on Broadway as the first show to join today's new media revolution.

THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with Your Favorite Broadway Stars- ROCK OF AGES' Mitchell Jarvis
by BWW Staff - October 10, 2014


Welcome to THE FRIDAY SIX: Q&As with your favorite Broadway stars. Want to know what hooked them to a career in the theater? Their dream roles? Their Broadway crushes? Read on! In this week's edition, we caught up with Mitchell Jarvis, who is starring as 'Stacee Jaxx' in Rock of Ages- currently playing at the Helen Hayes Theatre.

Original Cast Member Mitchell Jarvis Returns to Broadway's ROCK OF AGES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2014


Mitchell Jarvis, who originated the role of mullet-rocking nunchuck-wielding narrator 'Lonny Barnett' in the smash-hit Broadway musical Rock of Ages, returns to the show in the role of wild aging rock idol 'Stacee Jaxx,' beginning tonight, September 15.

Original Cast Member Mitchell Jarvis to Return to Broadway's ROCK OF AGES
by Tyler Peterson - September 8, 2014


Mitchell Jarvis, who originated the role of mullet-rocking nunchuck-wielding narrator "Lonny Barnett" in the smash-hit Broadway musical ROCK OF AGES, returns to the show this fall in the role of wild aging rock idol "Stacee Jaxx," beginning Monday, September 15. The five-time Tony Award-nominated musical ROCK OF AGES - which recently celebrated its fifth anniversary on Broadway and its spot in the Top 30 Longest-Running Broadway Shows in History - continues to offer Broadway's Best Party eight times a week at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 West 44th Street.

Here I Go Again! BWW Interviews ROCK OF AGES Superfan Abe Calimag on His 500th Show
by Caryn Robbins - September 11, 2014


Today, Calimag speaks exclusively with BWW about his most memorable stage door experiences, the wide variety of actors he has seen take on these iconic roles and his own personal reflections on the 500 performances he has attended throughout the years.

TV: Constantine Maroulis Returns Home to ROCK OF AGES- Watch His First Curtain Call Back!
by Randy Rainbow - August 16, 2014


Tony Award nominee and 'American Idol' finalist Constantine Maroulis returned to Rock of Ages as Drew last week and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture his epic return. Maroulis will appear for a limited 12-week engagement through October 26, 2014. The five-time Tony Award nominated musical Rock of Ages - which recently celebrated its fifth anniversary on Broadway, and its spot in the Top 30 Longest-Running Broadway Shows in History - continues to party eight times a week at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 West 44th Street. Go inside his first curtain call back at the Helen Hayes below!

Photos: Constantine Maroulis Returns to ROCK OF AGES
by Jennifer Broski - August 5, 2014


Tony Award nominee and 'American Idol' finalist Constantine Maroulis returned to Rock of Ages as Drew last night and BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture his epic return. Maroulis will appear for a limited 12-week engagement through October 26, 2014.

Constantine Maroulis Returns to His Tony-Nominated Role in ROCK OF AGES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 4, 2014


Tony Award nominee and 'American Idol' finalist Constantine Maroulis returns to the smash hit musical ROCK OF AGES as Drew tonight, August 4, 2014 for a limited 12-week engagement through October 26, 2014. The five-time Tony Award nominated musical ROCK OF AGES - which recently celebrated its fifth anniversary on Broadway, and its spot in the Top 30 Longest-Running Broadway Shows in History - continues to offer Broadway's Best Party eight times a week at the Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 West 44th

TV: He's Back! Constantine Maroulis Returns to ROCK OF AGES in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - July 31, 2014


This week's event featured performances from the cast of Rock of Ages, including: original cast member Constantine Maroulis, carrie St. Louis, Cody Scott Lancaster, Josephine Rose Roberts, Katie Webber, Alyssa Herrera, Becky Riker, Michelle Duffy, and Kristolyn Llyod . Check out clips of 'Don't Stop Believin',' 'Here I Go Again,' and 'More Than Words/Heaven/To Be With You' below!

Meet the Current Casts of Broadway's Long Running Hits - ROCK OF AGES!
by BWW Special Coverage - August 23, 2014


A great, big Broadway season is on its way, with fourteen productions already slated to open in the next few months. With weeks until the craziness begins, there is still plenty of time to catch up on what's been going on at Broadway's already occupied theaters. BroadwayWorld will be profiling the hits of the Great White Way that continue to draw crowds after months, years, and (in some cases) decades. Meet the current cast of Broadway's ROCK OF AGES below!

Rock of Ages History

Other Productions of Rock of Ages

2006   World Premiere
2008   Off-Broadway Original Off-Broadway Production
Off-Broadway
2009   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2010   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
2011   West End Original London Production
West End
2011   US Tour National Tour [Phoenix Entertainment]
US Tour
2019   Los Angeles Los Angeles Regional Production
Los Angeles
2021   Off-Broadway Off-Broadway Revival Production
Off-Broadway

Rock of Ages - 2009 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Wesley Taylor
2009 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway 0
2009 Theatre World Awards Performance Wesley Taylor
2009 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Gregory Gale
2009 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Kristin Hanggi
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Sara Katz/Jayson Raitt
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical The Araca Group
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Michele Caro
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Happy Walters
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Laura Smith/Bill Bodnar
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Prospect Pictures
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Michael Wittlin
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical David Kaufman/Jay Franks
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Max Gottlieb/John Butler
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Matthew Weaver
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Israel Wolfson
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Susanne Brook
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Charles Rolecek
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Simon and Stefany Bergson/Jennifer Maloney
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Paula Davis
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Toni Habib
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Hillary Weaver
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Janet Billig Rich
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Corner Store Fund
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Relativity Media
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Scott Prisand
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Barry Habib
2009 Tony Awards Best Musical Carl Levin
2009 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Peter Hylenski

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