La Cage aux Folles
Broadway legend Billy Porter as Albin
La Cage aux Folles
For all the madcap costumes, flashes of leather, trilling singers and eccentric cabaret acts, this is a simple and moving love story that gives two men their chance to stride off into the sunset
The Guardian
La Cage aux Folles
Broadway legend Billy Porter as Albin
Why see La Cage aux Folles?
Billy Porter Stars
The glittering doors to La Cage Aux Follies are open in this new production of the Tony Award-winning comedy musical at New York City Centre, directed by Robert O'Hara! The show, from recently crowned Tony Lifetime Achievement Award winner Harvey Fierstein and fellow Lifetime Achievement winner Jerry Herman (2010), features the decorated talents of Broadway royalty Billy Porter, with the Grammy, Tony and Emmy winner starring as Albin to head up an all-black cast.
What Is The Story?
While their extravagant shows at their St. Tropez nightclub are the talk of the town, owner Georges and his partner, Drag artiste Albin face the performance of a lifetime when Georges' son Laurent announces his intention to marry the daughter of a local right-wing politician. With the in-laws on the way, it's up to the duo to stage a 'straight' lifestyle, to fit in. But for whose benefit? With the charade wearing thin, it's up to Georges to confront Laurent about the scheme and stand up for himself and Albin in the face of bigotry.
Upcoming Performances
Cast
- Billy Porter as Albin
Please note: The producers can't guarantee the appearance of any performers on any specific date.
Creative
- Harvey Fierstein
- Jerry Herman
- Robert O'Hara
Reviews
Customer reviews
Anonymous
High school spring musical...
I have genuinely been more entertained at a high school spring musical - have been to many Broadway shows and have always been a fan of La Cage but walked away disappointed. Mr. Hodges was a true talent who unfortunately had no back up on stage. On top of the unenthusiastic show, having to deal with the seat nazis in the balcony gave a bad taste right off the bat....nasty nasty women who were there to police and perform as little as possible for the people paying their salaries....should they not be trained as ambassadors and not wardens? True stereotypes of "New Yorkers" which do nothing to dispel the myths... A highlight was the drag queen interacting with the audience before the show... ... Read more
Arna Naik
MUST SEE
Saw this musical and just loved it.
I laughed so hard and i also cried, a beautiful mixture of feelings in
this musical. I also loved the choreography, there was so much
energy and it was FUN, FUN, FUN!!!
I would love to see this musical again. ... Read more
KS from NC
Terrific show!
Saw this show (08/20/10) on a whim ... sat up in balcony and had no complaints about our view. I don't think I'd take a child but merely because of the content.
The show had me laughing from beginning to end, but also awed me with the dancing. While I'm not a supporter of guy rights, the underlying message gave legitimacy to the tenderness and validity of relationships, regardless of their structure. After the show we were outside of the theater when the cast exited and it was wonderful to see how appreciative and pleased the cast was with their audience. Mr. Hodge and Kelsey Grammer both took the time to sign audographs and pose for pictures. This, of course, added to the splendor of the night. If you want to see a terrific, funny show - you've got to go!! ... Read more
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