Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway is for new theatergoers

5 reasons why Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway is a dream come true for a new generation of theatergoers

It’s rare for a musical to be passed down from generation to generation, but… Once upon a time there was a mattress continues to do just that. The iconic musical comedy, a perennial favorite at regional locations and summer camps, is now back in business Broadway in a hilarious new production starring triple threat superstar Sutton Feeding. Here are five reasons why this revival – described by The New Yorker as “pure entertainment for kids” — is delightful and inspiring for a new one generation of theatergoers everywhere:

1. It’s a hilarious reinterpretation of the Princess and the Pea.

Everyone knows the classic story of The princess and the peawhere a eccentric princess is tested to become the wife of a lonely prince. But Once On a mattress expands this universe with a series of hilarious stories characters, exciting tap dancing and several breathtaking songs. Under the direction of Lear deBessonet and choreography by Lorin Latarro, the show feels updated and fresh.

2. It’s chock full of Broadway talent

Alongside two-time Tony Award® winner Sutton Foster, Once upon a time there was one Mattress features a who’s who of Broadway’s greatest talents – both emerging and established. Stage and screen royalty Michael Urie stars as Prince Dauntless, while comedy queen and Saturday evening live alum Ana Gasteyer plays the fussy queen Aggravain.

3. It’s the classic fairy tale story, re-modernized by Amy SHerman Palladino

Fans of Gilmore girls And The wonderful Mrs. Maisel know that Emmy-winning showrunner Amy Sherman-Palladino excels at creating complex, unconventional women who defy tradition and blaze their own trail. She continues this tradition Once upon a time there was a mattresswhere the original script is added by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller and Marshall Barer with fresh jokes and contemporary references that reinforce the show’s feminist themes. As she said The Los Angeles Times“That journey of love and acceptance, of wanting to belong somewhere and for someone to see you for the greatness you have even when you’ve crawled out of the slime – that’s the princess’s journey.

4. The critics are buzzing with praise

This lively production has charmed critics like never before. The Wall Street news praised Sutton Foster’s “genuine perfection in this victory production”, while Entertainment weekly says, ‘Don’t sleep so soundly on this freakish revival!” The New York Times also awarded this production with a Critic’s Pick, saying it “makes you believe in a happy future.”

5. It’s perfect for all ages – from 7 to 107!

With funny one-liners that adults will enjoy and slapstick humor that children will enjoy love, this show offers something for every generation. What’s more, the lobby features an interactive photo wall where spectators can share photos from their previous appearances as characters on the show. And yes: wear it wearing pajamas to the theater is not only allowed, but actively encouraged. It’s one wonderful outing for the whole family!

More information at Onceuponamattressnyc.com.

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