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2017-18 Broadway In Toledo Series Individual Tickets On Sale SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

TOLEDO, OH – Theater League is proud to announce individual tickets for all shows in 2017-18 Broadway In Toledo Series at the Stranahan Theater will go on sale Monday, September 25, 2017. The Broadway In Toledo line-up is filled with hits, including the musical sensation, BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical, the Tony Award® winning smash, Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nostalgic and humorous holiday hit, RAT PACK CHRISTMAS, the jaw-dropping, THE ILLUSIONISTS, and back by “popular” demand, the Broadway hit musical WICKED. Individual tickets to THE BOOK OF MORMON and A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER went on sale earlier and are currently available. Individual tickets for the Broadway hit musical WICKED go on sale in early 2018.

Individual tickets for the 2017-18 Broadway In Toledo Series are available at BroadwayinToledo.com, the Stranahan Theater box office, 4645 Heatherdowns Boulevard, or by calling 419.381.8851. Groups of 10+ call 1.866.314.7687.

The 2017-18 Broadway In Toledo Series includes the following national touring productions:

THE BOOK OF MORMON September 19-24, 2017 The New York Times calls it "the best musical of the century." The Washington Post says, "It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals." And Entertainment Weekly says, "Grade A: the funniest musical of all time." Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal." It's The Book of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical.

This outrageous musical comedy follows the misadventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. Now with standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language.

A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER November 9-12, 2017 Getting away with murder can be so much fun… and there’s no better proof than the knock-‘em- dead hit show that’s earned unanimous raves and won the 2014 Tony Award for BEST MUSICAL— A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER!

Coming direct from New York, where a most gentlemanly NPR critic said he’d “NEVER LAUGHED SO HARD AT A BROADWAY MUSICAL," GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE tells the uproarious story of Monty Navarro, a distant heir to a family fortune who sets out to jump the line of succession by – you guessed it – eliminating the eight pesky relatives (all played by one fearless man) who stand in his way. All the while, Monty has to juggle his mistress (she’s after more than just love), his fiancée (she’s his cousin but who’s keeping track?), and the constant threat of landing behind bars! Of course, it will all be worth it if he can slay his way to his inheritance… and be done in time for tea. The Hollywood Reporter raves, “GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE RESTORES OUR FAITH IN MUSICAL COMEDY” and The New York Times cheers, “IT WILL LIFT THE HEARTS OF ALL THOSE WHO’VE BEEN PINING FOR WHAT SOMETIMES SEEMS A LOST ART FORM.”

RAT PACK CHRISTMAS December 16, 2017 The show critics are calling “extremely strong and hugely entertaining” is comin’ to town with holiday style! Enjoy those swingin’ Rat Pack tunes along with all your Christmas favorites as Frank, Dean, Sammy and Joey Bishop bring back the era of Las Vegas’ heyday In this fun and entertaining holiday show, Buddy Hackett’s son Sandy, who knows a thing or two about growing up in Vegas, has created great holiday entertainment, including songs written by legendary Motown songwriter Ron (“For Once In My Life”) Miller. Share the holiday spirit in festive Rat Pack style!

BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical February 6-11, 2018 BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation.

Featuring a stunning array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend” and the title song, BEAUTIFUL has a book by and Tony Award-nominee and Academy® Award-nominated writer Douglas McGrath, direction by Marc Bruni, choreography by Josh Prince, and took home two 2014 Tony Awards and a 2015 Grammy® Award.

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA March 8-11, 2018 Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA is the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators of THE SOUND OF MUSIC and SOUTH PACIFIC that’s delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jaw- dropping transformations and all the moments you love—the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more—plus some surprising new twists! Be transported back to your childhood as you rediscover some of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” in this hilarious and romantic Broadway experience for anyone who’s ever had a wish, a dream... or a really great pair of shoes.

TAO: DRUM HEART March 24, 2018 TAO: Drum Heart is the latest production from TAO, internationally-acclaimed percussion artists. TAO’s modern, high-energy performances showcasing the ancient art of Japanese drumming have transfixed audiences worldwide. Combining highly physical, large-scale drumming with contemporary costumes, precise choreography, and innovative visuals, the performers of TAO: Drum Heart create an energetic and unforgettable production.

THE ILLUSIONISTS April 24-26, 2018 Direct from Broadway, the world’s best selling magic show is coming to Toledo. This mind blowing spectacular showcases the jaw-dropping talents of five of the most incredible Illusionists on earth. THE ILLUSIONISTSTM – LIVE FROM BROADWAYTM has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE 2017-18 BROADWAY IN TOLEDO SERIES:

THE BOOK OF MORMON September 19-24, 2017 A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER November 9-12, 2017 RAT PACK CHRISTMAS December 16, 2017 BEAUTIFUL – The Carole King Musical February 6-11, 2018 Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA March 8-11, 2018 TAO: Drum Heart March 24, 2018 THE ILLUSIONISTS April 24-26, 2018 WICKED June 6-17, 2018

Individual tickets for the 2017-18 Broadway in Toledo Series are available at BroadwayinToledo.com, the Stranahan Theater box office, 4645 Heatherdowns Boulevard, or by calling 419.381.8851. Groups of 10+ call 1.866.314.7687. Individual tickets for the Broadway hit musical WICKED go on sale in early 2018.

Please Note: BroadwayinToledo.com, Theaterleague.com and The Stranahan Theater box office are the only official sources for tickets to all shows in the 2017-18 Broadway In Toledo Series. If you purchase tickets through another source, you may pay inflated prices and your tickets will not be guaranteed.

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