Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Last Chances to see the Mega Hit "Hairspray" before it closes Jan. 4, 2009; Harvey Fierstein Returns Nov. 11th

"Hairspray" has had one heck of a run -- more than 2,600 performances -- by the time it closes January 4 at the Neil Simon Theatre. But the show, based on John Waters' cult movie classic, is going out with a bang and its original star, Harvey Fierstein.
The actor will return to the musical, which opened in August 2002, for its last eight weeks, November 11-January 4. He will reprise his Tony-winning role of Edna Turnblad, the goodhearted mother of Tracy Turnblad, would-be TV teen dance star in 1960s Baltimore.
"Hairspray" has grossed more than $265 million during its Broadway run and was made into a movie musical with John Travolta in the Fierstein role.
There's no decision yet on what will go into the Neil Simon, a desirable 1,400-seat theater that usually houses musicals. But Variety has reported a possible tenant next fall could be the American company of "Dirty Dancing," which just opened in Chicago, Illinois, and will play Boston, Massachusetts, and Los Angeles, California, in 2009.
So don't miss out on seeing the original Edna in all of her Drag Queen glory, live on Broadway! Call an Applause Sales Expert now and get your tickets before it's too late. Hey, also, mention the Applause Insider Deal and take advantage of some big savings now through Mid-November! 800-451-9930

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