🎉 Exciting news, folks! Get ready for some heroic tunes and romantic comedy vibes, because the world premiere of "Hercules" – Disney's new musical – is happening in none other than the fabulous city of Hamburg! 🌆
Uschi Neuss, the head honcho at Stage Entertainment, couldn't help but sing its praises. "Hercules" packs a punch with a mix of heroic saga, laughter-filled comedy, and soulful gospel music. This musical has got everything audiences crave from a Disney production – cinematic tunes, jaw-dropping stage sets, and unforgettable characters that will make you laugh, cry, and cheer! 🎶🎉
Walt Disney's 1997 animation flick of the same name serves as the inspiration for this musical masterpiece. It's the ninth time that Stage Entertainment and Disney have teamed up for a theatrical spectacle. So, buckle up, folks, because you're in for a magical ride!
Now, let's dive into the star-studded cast! Benét Monteiro, who dazzled us in "Hamilton," will tackle the title role. Meanwhile, the love interest, Meg, will be played by none other than Mae Ann Jorolan, who charmed audiences in "Hamilton" and "Aladdin." Detlef Leistenschneider will take on the iconic role of the Lord of the Underworld, while Karl and Heinz, Hades' overenthusiastic henchmen, will be embodied by André Haedicke and Mario Saccoccio.
And, cue the cheerful applause for Kristofer Weinstein-Storey, who will be portraying Phil, Hercules' loyal mentor. Leslie Behann, Chasity Crisp, Venolia, Uzoh, and Shekinah Mcfarlane are set to play the five muses, making this musical a dream team of talented performers.
The music for "Hercules" will be penned by the incredible Alan Menken, who is well-known for his incredible work on "The Little Mermaid," "Aladdin," and "Beauty and the Beast." Yes, you heard right – and to top it off, he has won a mind-blowing eight Oscars and 11 Grammy Awards!
David Zippel, a lyricist and director, has also won multiple awards, including a Tony Award for "Best Original Score" for "City of Angels." He crafted the lyrics for "Hercules" and "Mulan," ensuring that each song is as catchy as it is meaningful.
And that's not all – this Disney epic will be directed and choreographed by the super talented Casey Nicholaw. His work on "Aladdin" was nothing short of extraordinary! Fans of the musical can look forward to his creative touch on "Hercules."
Mark your calendars, folks, because the world premiere of "Hercules" is set to take place in Hamburg in March. Get ready to be a part of this extraordinary journey and experience the magic of Disney like never before! 🎟✨
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