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The new musical based on Sara Gruen's best-selling novel of the same name arrives on Broadway.

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About Water for Elephants

“Many wonders await audiences at the Imperial Theatre.” - The New York Times

 

The critically acclaimed bestselling novel comes to “thrilling, dazzling” life (Time Out New York) in a unique, spectacle-filled new musical with "one of the more remarkable ensembles ever seen on Broadway” (New York Daily News)! Hailed as a Critic’s Pick, The New York Times calls it “stunning, emotional and gorgeously imaginative.”

 

After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life—and love—beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age.

 

Tony Award-nominated director Jessica Stone’s “huge, heart-filling" production (The New York Times) features a book by three-time Tony nominee Rick Elice adapted from Sara Gruen’s novel, and a soaring score by the acclaimed PigPen Theatre Co.

 

So, step right up to the “spellbinding entertainment” (Variety) at Water for Elephants, “the best new musical on Broadway” (Theatermania).

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A Show of Acrobatics
"Acrobatics were amazing, performances were good, but the music and lyrics were not memorable. The musical did not capture the emotion of the book. "
Broadway.com Customer on Sep 15, 2024
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Feels low budget
"Overall it was okay, costuming and animals seems low budget. "
Broadway.com Customer on Aug 8, 2024
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A bit of a let down
"The acrobatics and gymnastics were absolutely spectacular! Unfortunately, the rest of the show was kind of slow and the music wasn’t up to the level I’ve usually experienced with broadway performances. All the actors did a wonderful job, it just wasn’t as great a show as I’ve seen previously. "
Broadway.com Customer on Nov 25, 2024
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