44 The Musical Tickets

44 The Musical in New York City!

Hilarious satirical musical 44, which tells the story of Barack Obama’s presidency as you’ve truly never seen it before, comes to New York City for a strictly limited run this fall. The musical opens Off-Broadway at the Daryl Roth Theatre, just off Union Square, following smash-hit runs in Chicago and Los Angeles. 44 The Musical is “smart, sophisticated satire” (Chicago Tribune) - secure your tickets today!

What is the musical 44 about?

In 2009, Barack Obama was elected as the 44th president of the United States and was the first African-American to take the office - an event that made the history books (before they were banned in almost all states) and completely, totally ended racism forever. Obviously. 44 The Musical is the definitely accurate story of Obama’s time as president… as told by how Joe Biden, sorta, kinda, maaaybe remembers it.

This irreverent and hilarious musical charts Obama’s presidential rise through a melting pot of musical styles, and is populated by a cast of familiar political figures as you’ve never seen them before. Think smooth Motown tones as Obama delivers “How Black is Too Black?”, Sarah Palin giving her best death metal-scream in “Drill Me Baby”, and “Filibusters”, a Dr Seuss-inspired rap by Ted Cruz and Mitch McConnell.

This “unofficial, unsanctioned musical” is written by a real-life ex-staff member of Obama’s and premiered in Los Angeles to critical acclaim in early 2025. 44 enjoyed a limited run in Chicago this summer, before arriving in New York City for a strictly limited Off-Broadway season this fall. Book today for a musical that’s “Second City meets Saturday Night Live” (Let's Play Theatrical Reviews).

Who are the cast of 44 Off-Broadway?

44 The Musical stars T.J. Wilkins (The Voice) as Barack Obama, Grammy-nominee Shanice (Les Misérables) as Michelle Obama, and Chad Doreck (Westworld) as Joe Biden.

Joining them are Larry Cedar (Deadwood) as Mitch McConnell, Jevon McFerrin (Hamilton) as Brother Abe Lincoln, Summer Nicole Greer (Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl) as Voice of the People, Summer Collins (Summer’s Country Roadshow) as Sarah Palin, Kelly Felthouse (Wicked) as Hillary Clinton, Dino Shorté (The Wanda Sykes Show) as Herman Cain, Jeff Sumner (Ugly Betty) as Lindsay Graham, and Michael Uribes (Good Trouble Goliath) as Ted Cruz.

Completing the cast are understudies Audri Bartholomew (The Voice), Wilkie Ferguson III (Good Trouble Goliath), Chelsea Morgan Stock (The Little Mermaid on Broadway) and Ryan Williams (Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat).

Who are the creative team of 44 The Musical?

44 The Musical is written, directed and composed by Eli Bauman. Bauman has previously worked as a political campaigner, including on Barack Obama’s campaigns, and coordinated Veteran's Affairs as part of Obama's 2009 Inaugural Committee. As a writer he has written for NBC’s Prime Suspect and FX’s Lights Out, as well as variety TV shows including Emmy-nominated ACLU: Stand For Rights with Tom Hanks and the Writer's Guild Award-nominated Maya and Marty with Maya Rudolph and Martin Short, and for award shows such as the Emmy’s and the ESPYS.

Choreography is by Miss James Brown (Whitney Houston Biopic I Wanna Dance with Somebody) with associate choreographer Johnny Rice (Dancing with the Stars). Sound Design is by Jonathan Burke (Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hollywood Bowl), with music supervision by Wilkie Ferguson III (Porgy and Bess), who is also associate director.

Book Tickets for 44 The Musical at the Daryl Roth Theatre

“Holy moly is this musical good!” (NoHo Arts)! Don't miss this side-splitting satire all about the completely ridiculous and (maybe) totally true story of Barack Obama’s presidency as it comes to New York City for a strictly limited run. Secure your tickets for 44 The Musical at the Daryl Roth Theatre today!