Rock & Roll Man NYC Reviews and Tickets

72%

(20 Reviews)

Positive

75%

Mixed

10%

Negative

15%

Members say

Entertaining, Great singing, Great staging, Ambitious, Cliched

About the Show

An original musical about a musical original – Alan Freed, Cleveland DJ who helped popularize rock.

Alan Freed heard the future—and knew he had to let it sing. He called the genre “Rock & Roll,” bringing the music to the masses through his radio show and integrating artists and audiences on the airwaves and in live concerts for the first time in history. In the process, he became an icon to the nation’s youth—and a target for the nation’s establishment.

Rock & Roll Man features iconic songs created by legends such as Little Richard, Chuck Berry, LaVern Baker, Buddy Holly, Bo Diddley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Screamin’ Jay Hawkins, as well as new original music written just for the stage.

Starring Constantine Maroulis as Alan Freed, Rock & Roll Man features book by Gary Kupper, Larry Marshak, and Rose Caiola, original music and lyrics by Gary Kupper, Vintage Rock & Roll Elements developed by Marshak Classic Music LLC and Gary Kupper Music, direction by Tony Award®-nominee Randal Myler (It Ain’t Nothin’ But The Blues), and choreography by Stephanie Klemons (Associate Choreographer and Global Dance Supervisor of Hamilton).

Member Reviews (20)

During previews

Heritage, Headliners, Handclapping, Historical, Hepcats

See it if You enjoy history of the rock genre and the life story of those who shaped the music. You love talented singers and star power headliners.

Don't see it if You just aren't the musical type as this productions has close to 30 numbers. Read more

During previews

Interesting, Entertaining, Delightful, Clever

See it if you like rock ‘n’ roll music and some of the history.

Don't see it if You don’t like rock ‘n’ roll music you should avoid this. Read more

During previews

Refreshing, Delightful, Entertaining, Great singing

See it if You want to see an Original Musical about Alan Freed and the early days of Rock and Roll.It’s a real enjoyable trip down memory lane.

Don't see it if You don’t like Rock and Roll Music.

During previews

Winning performances, Great story, Second act really good, Jukebox meh first act, Great but uneven singing

See it if Very enjoyable musical with an enthusiastic large cast. The second act better than the first, and songs fit better. Valisia LeKae standout.

Don't see it if Don't like 50/60s music, the birth of rock and roll, tragic stories where the bad guys win, triggered by alcoholism. Read more

During previews

Thought-provoking, Great songs, Great staging, Great singing, Entertaining

See it if you like a musical version of Alan Freed's influence on the music industry and on society. Lots of songs from the past and some new ones.

Don't see it if you expect an accurate version of Freed's life or are a fan of Pat Boone. Read more

During previews

Great acting, Great staging, Great singing, Entertaining

See it if You enjoy Rock N Roll music and legends. The actors deliver spectacular performances.

Don't see it if While I loved the show, there were times it was too slow especially in the second half. If you don't like rock n roll, find another show!

During previews

Thought-provoking, Entertaining, Absorbing

See it if You like rock and roll. The performances were uneven but it was a lot of fun and has the potential to be better.

Don't see it if It not quite polished yet.

During previews

Uneven, Great singing, Entertaining

See it if Jukebox musical about an early DJ promoter of Rock & Roll with great music and dance, scenes, and a strong second act. Want a fun night out.

Don't see it if want to gain insight into the character or period. This is light, fluffy fun with a weak first act. Read more

Trailer

Creative team

New World Stages

Producer

Gary Kupper

Composer / Bookwriter / Lyricist

Randal Myler

Director