A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway Tickets
Hear jazz royalty Louis Armstrong’s music and story live on Broadway at this captivating new musical, starring James Monroe Iglehart.
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The smooth sounds of classic jazz fill the air this Fall as A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical comes to New York City. Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin; Spamalot) stars as Pops himself in a “phenomenal, dynamic, and vivacious” (Chicago Sun-Times) performance that blew the roof off its pre-Broadway season.Get ready to experience the joys of Armstrong’s greatest hits performed live on stage at Studio 54 Theatre, in an unmissable tribute to the life and legacy of a musical pioneer.
About The Louis Armstrong Musical
Find out where a legendary American icon began in this “absolutely captivating” (Newcity) show. Louis Armstrong's roots in the New Orleans jazz scene, his 50-year career, his personal life and marriages, and his many accolades - including a spot in the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame - are interwoven with some of his most beloved hits, including “What a Wonderful World” and “When You’re Smiling”. Decades since his death, there is still no one quite like Armstrong, and his songs are just as captivating, innovative and groundbreaking as they were when he first recorded them.A Wonderful Worldfe premiered in Chicago and New Orleans ahead of its Broadway transfer, with critics raving: “it has the saints marching in!” (PicksInSix).
Cast and Creative Team
Broadway royalty James Monroe Iglehart is a “knockout Louis Armstrong” (Chicago Tribune) in A Wonderful World on Broadway, following up his Tony Award-winning performance as Genie in Aladdin. He has also appeared in Hamilton and Spamalot, but it is his incredible transformation into the king of jazz that will have your jaws on the floor!The musical is conceived by Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award winner Christopher Renshaw (The King and I) and novelist Andrew Delaplaine, with a book by Aurin Squire (This Is Us). Tenshaw directs, with choreography by Rickey Tripp (Associate Choreographer for Hell’s Kitchen and Choir Boy on Broadway). Together, they bring the story and sounds of the man who reinvented music to life for a whole new generation.
Don’t Miss Tickets for A Wonderful World at Studio 54
Hear the songs you love and discover the true story of a man who broke down barriers and redefined a genre with A Wonderful World. This dazzling show is a rousing tribute that will have you on your feet by the end - grab your tickets now and celebrate an icon.Performance dates:
22 Dec 2024 - 04 May 2025
Running time:
2 hours and 30 minutes including an intermission.
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Age recommendation:
Best for age 13+. Under 4s not permitted.
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A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway Reviews
User Reviews
The book isn’t the best, but the music and performances were great! I saw a few understudies, and they all did a fabulous job!
Performance date: 11 December 2024
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Show Times
| Matinee | Evening | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | - | 7.00pm |
| Tuesday | - | - |
| Wednesday | - | 7.00pm |
| Thursday | 2.00pm | 7.30pm |
| Friday | - | 7.00pm |
| Saturday | 2.00pm | 8.00pm |
| Sunday | 3.00pm | - |
How Long is A Wonderful World on Broadway?
A Wonderful World on Broadway running time is 2 hours and 30 minutes including an intermission.
Matinee Shows
Performances start at 2.00pm and finish at 4.30pm or start at 3.00pm and finish at 5.30pm.
Evening Shows
Performances start at 7.00pm and finish at 9.30pm or start at 7.30pm and finish at 10.00pm or start at 8.00pm and finish at 10.30pm.
110% left on stage from every....single....performer!! Robust vocals, impressively convincing impression of Louis Armstrong, snappy dance and tap numbers. This is TALENT on display - a wonderful Broadway experience.