The Legend of Georgia McBride 2015

Run Time:
One hour and 40 minutes, with no intermission
Ages: 16+
Opened: September 9, 2015
Closing: October 11, 2015

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Lucille Lortel Theatre
121 Christopher St (between Hudson & Bleeker Sts) New York, NY 10014

How can an Elvis impersonator become a winning drag queen in the Florida Panhandle? With an empty bank account and a pregnant wife, Casey's going to have to answer that question fast in this music-filled comedy about finding your true voice.

Playwright Matthew Lopez (The Whipping Man) and director Mike Donahue (The Wolfe Twins) make their MCC Theater debuts with The Legend of Georgia McBride in a production not to be missed. Featuring choreography by Paul McGill (Hedwig...), set design by Tony winner Donyale Werle (Peter and the Starcatcher), costumes by Anita Yavich (Venus in Fur), hair and makeup by Jason Hayes (Casa Valentina), lighting by Ben Stanton (Fun Home) and sound design by Jill DuBoff (Hand to God).

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MCC Extends THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
by Tyler Peterson - September 15, 2015


MCC THEATER announced today the extension-by popular demand-of its hit comedy, Matthew Lopez's The Legend of Georgia McBride, now playing at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street).  The play, which officially opened on September 9th, will now play through October 11th.  It was previously scheduled through October 4th.  For more information on MCC Theater, please visit www.mcctheater.org.

TV: Hangin' with the Cast of MCC's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - September 15, 2015


Dave Thomas Brown, recently of Heathers: The Musical at New World Stages, leads a cast that also includes Wayne Duvall (O Brother Where Art Thou?, Leatherheads), Matt McGrath (Cabaret, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Keith Nobbs (Lombardi, 'The Black Donnellys') and Afton C. Williamson('Nashville,' 'Homeland'), in Matthew Lopez's The Legend of Georgia McBride, the first production of MCC's 2015-16 Main Stage Season.

Review Roundup: THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE Opens Off-Broadway
by Review Roundups - September 9, 2015


Dave Thomas Brown, recently of Heathers: The Musical at New World Stages, leads a cast that also includes Wayne Duvall (O Brother Where Art Thou?, Leatherheads), Matt McGrath (Cabaret, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Keith Nobbs (Lombardi, 'The Black Donnellys') and Afton C. Williamson ('Nashville,' 'Homeland'), in Matthew Lopez's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE, opening tonight, September 9, 2015 at MCC Theater. Let's see what the critics had to say...

BWW Review: THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE Is Uplifting Feel-Good Fun
by Michael Dale - September 10, 2015


An unsuccessful Elvis impersonator finds his true calling as a drag queen.

Photo Coverage: Go Inside Opening Night of MCC's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
by Jennifer Broski - September 10, 2015


Dave Thomas Brown, recently of Heathers: The Musical at New World Stages, leads a cast that also includes Wayne Duvall (O Brother Where Art Thou?, Leatherheads), Matt McGrath (Cabaret, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Keith Nobbs (Lombardi, 'The Black Donnellys') and Afton C. Williamson('Nashville,' 'Homeland'), in Matthew Lopez's The Legend of Georgia McBride, the first production of MCC's 2015-16 Main Stage Season. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from opening night below!

MCC's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE, Starring Dave Thomas Brown, Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 9, 2015


Dave Thomas Brown, recently of Heathers: The Musical at New World Stages, leads a cast that also includes Wayne Duvall (O Brother Where Art Thou?, Leatherheads), Matt McGrath (Cabaret, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Keith Nobbs (Lombardi, 'The Black Donnellys') and Afton C. Williamson ('Nashville,' 'Homeland'), in Matthew Lopez's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE, the first production of MCC's 2015-16 Main Stage Season. THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE begins previews tonight, August 20, 2015 ahead of a September 9, 2015 opening night.

Photo Flash: First Look at Dave Thomas Brown and More in MCC's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2015


Dave Thomas Brown, recently of Heathers: The Musical at New World Stages, leads a cast that also includes Wayne Duvall (O Brother Where Art Thou?, Leatherheads), Matt McGrath (Cabaret, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Keith Nobbs (Lombardi, 'The Black Donnellys') and Afton C. Williamson ('Nashville,' 'Homeland'), in Matthew Lopez's The Legend of Georgia McBride, the first production of MCC's 2015-16 Main Stage Season. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

MCC's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE Begins Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2015


Dave Thomas Brown, recently of Heathers: The Musical at New World Stages, leads a cast that also includes Wayne Duvall (O Brother Where Art Thou?, Leatherheads), Matt McGrath (Cabaret, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Keith Nobbs (Lombardi, 'The Black Donnellys') and Afton C. Williamson ('Nashville,' 'Homeland'), in Matthew Lopez's THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE, the first production of MCC's 2015-16 Main Stage Season. THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE begins previews tonight, August 20, 2015 ahead of a September 9, 2015 opening night.

In the Spotlight Series: THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE
by Walter McBride - August 17, 2015


Dave Thomas Brown, recently of Heathers: The Musical at New World Stages, leads a cast that also includes Wayne Duvall (O Brother Where Art Thou?, Leatherheads), Matt McGrath (Cabaret, Hedwig and the Angry Inch), Keith Nobbs(Lombardi, 'The Black Donnellys') and Afton C. Williamson ('Nashville,' 'Homeland') will star in Matthew Lopez's The Legend of Georgia McBride, the first production of MCC's 2015-16 Main Stage Season. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the company in the BroadwayWorld.com series 'In The Spotlight' by acclaimed photographer Walter McBride!

The Legend of Georgia McBride FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Legend of Georgia McBride have there been?
The Legend of Georgia McBride has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2015.
What awards has The Legend of Georgia McBride been nominated for?
The Legend of Georgia McBride has been nominated for several awards including Outstanding Costume Design for a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Anita Yavich, Outstanding Wig and Hair at the Drama Desk Awards for Jason Hayes, Outstanding Director of a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Mike Donahue, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Matthew Lopez, Outstanding Choreographer at The Lortels for Paul McGill, Outstanding Costume Design at The Lortels for Anita Yavich, and Outstanding Lighting Design at The Lortels for Ben Stanton.
What awards has The Legend of Georgia McBride won?
"The Legend of Georgia McBride" has won several awards, including Outstanding Costume Design for a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Anita Yavich, Outstanding Wig and Hair (Drama Desk Awards) for Jason Hayes, Outstanding Director of a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mike Donahue, Outstanding New Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Matthew Lopez, Outstanding Choreographer (The Lortels) for Paul McGill, Outstanding Costume Design (The Lortels) for Anita Yavich, and Outstanding Lighting Design (The Lortels) for Ben Stanton.

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