NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadway
Licensing, the flagship musical imprint of Broadway Licensing
Global, is thrilled to announce the addition of the critically
acclaimed Broadway musical A Night with Janis Joplin to its catalog. This iconic
show, which has captivated audiences nationwide, further
strengthens Broadway Licensing's diverse and dynamic collection of
musical titles. The show is being licensed from producers
Michael Cohl, the estate of
Janis Joplin, and Jeffery Jampol for JAM, Inc.
Written and directed by Randy
Johnson, A Night with Janis
Joplin is a musical journey that celebrates the life and
music of the iconic queen of rock & roll, Janis Joplin. The show features an opportunity
for a breakout performance in the role of Janis Joplin, delivering unforgettable
renditions of Joplin's greatest hits, including "Me and
Bobby McGee", "Piece of My Heart",
"Mercedes Benz", "Cry Baby", and
"Summertime".
Following its Broadway run in 2013 – 2014, the show's powerful
portrayal of Joplin has continued to resonate with audiences
worldwide. The musical is currently running in London's West End at Peacock Theatre, as a
further testament to the show's enduring popularity. Mary Bridget Davies, a Tony Award® nominee for
her portrayal of Janis Joplin on
Broadway, reprises the role for the West End. The Hollywood
Reporter calls A Night with Janis
Joplin "wild and joyously raucous," with The
New York Times exclaiming the musical
as a "riveting" tribute to the queen of rock-n-roll.
"Janis Joplin was a force of
nature, and A Night with Janis
Joplin captures the raw energy and emotion that made her
a legend," says Ted Chapin, Chief
Executive Officer of BLG. "We are honored to represent this
extraordinary musical, which not only celebrates Janis' music, but
also her enduring influence on generations of artists and fans
alike."
The musical also pays homage to the legendary artists who
inspired Joplin, such as Aretha
Franklin, Etta James, Odetta,
Nina Simone, and Bessie Smith.
"To be around Janis is to be excited and enthusiastic. She was a
woman that affected a generation. I am thrilled more people will
experience her power through A Night with Janis Joplin, energizing her audiences,"
shares Laura Joplin, Janis'
sister.
Michael Joplin, Janis' brother,
adds, "In a real-life setting, being able to see Janis relate to an
audience in a theater is a wonderful experience for me. I know that
Janis loved and craved having an audience. Having this unique and
real experience, visiting with my sister again, makes me want to
dance every night."
Other hit titles represented by Broadway Licensing include,
Ride the Cyclone, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and The
Cher Show. For more information, visit
www.broadwaylicensing.com.
For more information about the London production,
www.anightwithjanisjoplin.com.
ABOUT BROADWAY LICENSING GLOBAL
Broadway Licensing Global and its family of imprints
(Dramatists Play Service, Playscripts, Stageworks, and Broadway on
Demand) is the global leader in theatrical licensing and
distribution. Representing an astonishing 40 Tony Awards® and 49
Pulitzer Prize-winning iconic works, BLG titles epitomize the
greatest collection of authors, composers, lyricists, and
underlying rights holders across the globe, including Stephen King, Alan
Menken, Arthur Miller,
Lynn Nottage, Elvis Presley, Paula
Vogel, Tennessee Williams, the Beatles, the Bee-Gees, and
Harry Potter Theatrical Productions.
MEDIA CONTACT & ASSETS
For Broadway Licensing Global:
Hannah Thulin | Account Director,
Interdependence |
broadwaylicensinggroup@interdependence.com
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