Everything you need to know about Almost Famous on Broadway

Show-Score | By Show-Score | Oct 27, 2022

How long is Almost Famous on Broadway? Where is it playing? We answer all the FAQs about Almost Famous the Musical, which is based on the movie of the same name!

Is Almost Famous on Broadway?

Almost Famous is set to open on Broadway on Thursday, November 3, 2022, with previews beginning on October 3.

Where is Almost Famous playing on Broadway?

Almost Famous is currently playing at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

How long is Almost Famous the Musical?

Almost Famous the Musical has a running time of 2 hours & 30 minutes, including an intermission.

Who wrote Almost Famous the Musical?

Both the movie & musical versions of Almost Famous were written by Cameron Crowe.

Is Almost Famous on Broadway based on the movie?

Yes! Almost Famous the Musical is based on the 2000 comedy-drama movie of the same name, which starred Kate Hudson & Philip Seymour Hoffman.

What is Almost Famous on Broadway about?

Like the movie, the musical is set in the 1970s and follows the story of William Miller, a 15-year-old boy who becomes a journalist for Rolling Stone magazine. The musical serves as a celebration of fandom and the power of music.

Is Almost Famous on Broadway based on a true story?

Almost Famous is semi-autobiographical, as the show's writer, Cameron Crowe, was himself a teenage writer at Rolling Stone magazine.

What do audiences think about Almost Famous on Broadway?

Almost Famous the Musical is receiving mixed reviews from audiences. Audience members agree that fans of the movie will likely enjoy the musical adaptation; however, some theatre fans think that the story is too simplistic and the stakes are not high enough for a Broadway show.


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