Beautiful: The Carole King Musical 2014

Run Time:
Two hours and 20 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 11+
Opened: January 12, 2014
Closing: October 27, 2019

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical - 2014 - Broadway History , Info & More

Stephen Sondheim Theatre (Broadway)
124 W. 43rd St. New York, NY 10036

YOUR KIND OF MUSIC. YOUR KIND OF MUSICAL.

For five years, BEAUTIFUL, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Carole King musical, has thrilled Broadway with the inspiring true story of one woman's remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

From the string of pop classics she wrote for the biggest acts in music to her own life-changing, chart-busting success with Tapestry, BEAUTIFUL takes you back to where it all began- and takes you on the ride of a lifetime.

Featuring over two dozen pop classics, including "You've Got a Friend," "One Fine Day," "Up on the Roof," "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling," "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," and "Natural Woman," this crowd-pleasing international phenomenon is filled with the songs you remember- and a story you'll never forget.

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Theater review: 'Beautiful,' a musical bio of Carole King
5 / 10

The show's book, by Douglas McGrath, registers mostly as a series of interruptions. While not exactly amateurish, it aims very low, settling for the tried and trite. ('You know what's so funny about life? Sometimes it goes the way you want and sometimes it doesn't.') A big boost comes, though, from the warmly natural portrayal of King by Jesse Mueller, who also possesses a lovely, supple singing voice.

Review: Carole King musical ‘Beautiful’ insipid
5 / 10

Carole King has apparently never seen the musical of her life that has now reached Broadway. She walked out of an early reading at intermission, finding it too tough to take. Anyone not named Carole King may toy with the same idea, but for a different reason: It's just insipid...None of this is the fault of Jessie Mueller, the rising Broadway star who plays King with genuine feeling and a lovely voice. This paint-by-numbers show would have been a whole lot better if it was just turned into a concert with Mueller singing King hits...Is there any lesson to be gleaned from this musical? Don't write songs for others? Don't marry men who are bipolar? Perhaps it's the same as the one from 'Motown the Musical,' the Broadway jukebox show playing nearby with a flimsy and idolizing book by record company founder Berry Gordy: Don't write honest musicals about living people without breaking some eggs.

BWW Flashback: BEAUTIFUL Ends Its Beautiful, Six-Year Run on Broadway Today
by Nicole Rosky - October 27, 2019

As BroadwayWorld reported in July, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will end its Broadway run today, October 27th, 2019, after having played 60 preview and 2,418 regular performances, surpassing the original production of Annie and the landmark 1998 revival of Cabaret to become the 27th longest-running musical (and the 2nd longest running 'bio-musical') in Broadway history.

BWW Interview: Final 'Carole King' Sarah Bockel Looks Back on BEAUTIFUL's Beautiful Legacy
by Nicole Rosky - September 30, 2019

The earth is still moving at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, but only until October 27, 2019. As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the musical, based on life of recording superstar Carole King, will conclude its record-breaking Broadway run in just over a month.

Sarah Bockel and Cory Jeacoma to Lead Final Weeks of BEAUTIFUL
by Julie Musbach - August 26, 2019

Sarah Bockel and Cory Jeacoma will assume the roles of Carole King and Gerry Goffin in Beautiful a?" The Carole King Musical as the smash-hit musical begins the final nine weeks of its record-breaking run at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre

VIDEO: BEAUTIFUL Celebrates International Day of Friendship With 'You've Got a Friend' Music Video
by Linnae Medeiros - July 30, 2019

The hit musical Beautiful is celebrating International Day of Friendship with a special music video for the production's iconic song 'You've Got a Friend' featuring cast members from the show around the world, as well as the woman who inspired it all: Carole King. Check out the full video!

Breaking: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Alan Henry - July 17, 2019

BroadwayWorld has learned that Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will end its Broadway run this fall. BEAUTIFUL began performances at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre on Nov. 21, 2013, and officially opened on Jan. 12, 2014. So, by the time the beloved musical ends its run, it will have run on Broadway for nearly six years.

Andrew Kober Joins BEAUTIFUL as 'Don Kirshner'
by Nicole Rosky - July 1, 2019

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Broadway veteran Andrew Kober will take over as 'Don Kirshner' in Broadway's Beautiful starting July 16. Kober steps in for Paul Anthony Stewart, who will return to the show on Tuesday, September 3.

Photo Coverage: Vanessa Carlton Makes Her Broadway Debut in BEAUTIFUL
by Monroe George - June 28, 2019

Three-time Grammy Award® nominated singersongwriter Vanessa Carlton is making her Broadway debut this summer as Carole King in the hit musical Beautiful - The Carole King Musical. Carlton began performances last night, Thursday, June 27 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) for a 10-week run in the Tony®, Olivier®, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit.

VIDEO: Get A First Look At BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical in Manila
by Alan Henry - June 21, 2019

BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production of BEAUTIFUL: THE Carole King MUSICAL in Manila, which runs at Meralco Theatre now through July 7. The show is directed by Bobby Garcia.

Photo Coverage: Vanessa Carlton Previews Her Upcoming Broadway Debut in BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
by Walter McBride - June 19, 2019

Three-time Grammy Award® nominated singersongwriter Vanessa Carlton will make her Broadway debut this summer as Carole King in the hit musical Beautiful - The Carole King Musical. Carlton will begin performances Thursday, June 27 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre and play a 10-week run. Just yesterday, Carlton gave us a sneak peek at her upcoming performance as the iconic Carole King.

BWW TV: Watch Vanessa Carlton Channel Carole King as She Preps for Her Broadway Debut in BEAUTIFUL!
by Nicole Rosky - June 18, 2019

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, three-time Grammy Award® nominated singersongwriter Vanessa Carlton, will make her Broadway debut this summer as Carole King in the hit musical Beautiful - The Carole King Musical. Carlton will begin performances Thursday, June 27 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) for a 10-week run in the Tony®, Olivier®, and Grammy Award-winning smash hit.

Meet The Current Broadway Cast of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL!
by A.A. Cristi - June 15, 2019

Check out the latest cast of Drifters, Shirelles, and music industry legends that make up the company of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical!

Carole King, Vanessa Carlton and the Cast of BEAUTIFUL to Perform on PBS' A CAPITOL FOURTH
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 13, 2019

This July 4th, A CAPITOL FOURTH continues its 39-year tradition of celebrating our nation's independence on the West Lawn of the United States Capitol building.  Two-time Emmy Award-nominated actor and producer John Stamos (Netflix's YOU, FULLER HOUSE, ER) returns to host the country's longest-running live national July 4th TV tradition.  A CAPITOL FOURTH's family-friendly Independence Day celebration will commemorate our country's 243rd birthday with all-star musical performances, and remains unaffiliated with any other July 4th events around the country, and in other locations in Washington, D.C.

Vanessa Carlton Will Take Over as BEAUTIFUL's Next Carole King!
by Nicole Rosky - May 8, 2019

BroadwayWorld has just learned that singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton will be the next Carole King in Broadway's Beautiful. Carlton takes over the role from Chilina Kennedy, who departs the production on June 26.

Kara Lindsay Returns to BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Tonight
by Stephi Wild - March 14, 2019

Beginning today, March 14, Kara Lindsay will return to the company of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical as Cynthia Weil. She takes over the role from Jessica Keenan Wynn, who played her final performance on March 13.

Photo Flash: The Cast of BEAUTIFUL Celebrates Black History Month With BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL Project
by Stephi Wild - February 24, 2019

The cast of Beautiful - The Carole King Musical are celebrating Black History Month with a new photo series titled 'Black is BEAUTIFUL.'

VIDEO: The Cast of BEAUTIFUL Performs a Medley of Carole King Hits on THE VIEW
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 18, 2019

The cast of 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,' stopped by 'The View' on Monday to perform a medley of Carole King hits.

BEAUTIFUL Offers Free Tickets to Furloughed Federal Workers
by Julie Musbach - January 22, 2019

Federal employees on furlough due to the partial government shutdown will be given free admission to Beautiful - The Carole King Musical for select Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday evening performances.

#TBT: BEAUTIFUL Has One Fine Opening Night On Broadway!
by Linnae Medeiros - January 17, 2019

For five years, Beautiful, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical, has thrilled Broadway with the inspiring true story of one woman's remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. In honor of five years of feeling the earth move, we're throwing it back to the show's opening night with Jessie Mueller and more! Check out the footage below!

VIDEO: Carole King Surprises Audience at BEAUTIFUL and Performs as Herself
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2019

Yesterday, rock and roll icon Carole King surprised the audience at Beautiful, by taking the stage of the Stephen Sondheim Theatre as the hit musical celebrates its fifth anniversary on Broadway.

Photo Flash: Carole King Surprises the Cast of BEAUTIFUL With a Performance and Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2019

Yesterday, rock and roll icon Carole King surprised the audience at Beautiful, by taking the stage of the Stephen Sondheim Theatre as the hit musical celebrates its fifth anniversary on Broadway. Check out photos of the iconic moment, plus backstage photos of King with the cast, below!

Design-Focused 'in 1: the podcast' Welcomes BEAUTIFUL Costume Designer Alejo Vietti, Tonny Winner Jessie Mueller
by in 1: the podcast - December 21, 2018

It's a Christmas miracle and a brand new episode this week as we sit down with Costume Designer Alejo Vietti AND a very special guest, Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller! Jessie is probably most known for having originated the role of Carole King in the Broadway production of "Beautiful", and all her fabulous clothes came from the mind of this week's guest.

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the songs are in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and what's the order?
So Far Away
1650 Broadway Melody
It Might As Well Rain Until September
Some Kind of Wonderful
Happy Days Are Here Again
Take Good Care of My Baby
Will You Love Me Tomorrow
He's Sure the Boy I Love
Up on the Roof
On Broadway
The Locomotion
You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling
One Fine Day
Chains
Walking in the Rain
Pleasant Valley Sunday
We Gotta Get Out of This Place
Uptown
It's Too Late
You've Got a Friend
(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
Beautiful
I Feel the Earth Move
What productions of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical have there been?
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical has had 3 productions including Broadway which opened in 2014, West End which opened in 2015 and US Tour which opened in 2015.
What Tony Awards has Beautiful: The Carole King Musical been nominated for?
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical has been nominated for Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Douglas McGrath, Best Orchestrations for Steve Sidwell, and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Brian Ronan.
What Tony Awards has Beautiful: The Carole King Musical won?
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical has won several Tony Awards including Best Book of a Musical for Douglas McGrath, Best Orchestrations for Steve Sidwell, and Best Sound Design of a Musical for Brian Ronan.
What awards has Beautiful: The Carole King Musical been nominated for?
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Douglas McGrath, Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Steve Sidwell, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Brian Ronan, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Jessie Mueller, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical (Drama League Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Outstanding New Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
What awards has Beautiful: The Carole King Musical won?
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical has won several awards, including Outstanding Book of a Musical for Douglas McGrath, Outstanding Musical for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Outstanding Orchestrations for Steve Sidwell, Outstanding Sound Design in a Musical for Brian Ronan, Distinguished Performance Award for Jessie Mueller, Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Outstanding New Broadway Musical for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
What are the songs in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and what's the order?
So Far Away
1650 Broadway Melody
It Might As Well Rain Until September
Some Kind of Wonderful
Happy Days Are Here Again
Take Good Care of My Baby
Will You Love Me Tomorrow
He's Sure the Boy I Love
Up on the Roof
On Broadway
The Locomotion
You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling
One Fine Day
Chains
Walking in the Rain
Pleasant Valley Sunday
We Gotta Get Out of This Place
Uptown
It's Too Late
You've Got a Friend
(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman
Beautiful
I Feel the Earth Move

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