alicia keys musical hell's kitchen has officially begun its Broadway run.
On today's sunday, Keyes discussed how this epic project went from concept to full production. “I feel stable because I know the time I spent building this was not a rush job. I'm proud of it because I've spent years developing it. “I feel like you can't rush to greatness,” she told Willie Geist.
But what exactly is Alicia Keys' musical? hell's kitchen? See below for more information.
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What you need to know about Alicia Keys' Broadway musical hell's kitchen
hell's kitchen A jukebox musical set to Keys' music, it tells the semi-autobiographical story of Keys' teenage upbringing in Manhattan in the 1990s. The story follows a 17-year-old girl named Ali discovering her love for music and a deep connection with her mother.
“This is a love story between a mother and a daughter,” Keys said during the show. today's sunday. “It’s really dynamic to tell that story because it’s such a unique relationship.”
She also talked about her creative process when arranging music.
“I wanted to dismantle the expectations that come from a song. [The songs] Tell me what you are experiencing. ”
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On the other hand, the show has also received rave reviews from critics. ”[Hell’s Kitchen] It's thrilling from start to finish and easily stands out as one of the few must-sees during the busy season. ” new york times He praised the program.
Oprah and Michelle Obama attend opening night hell's kitchen
The day after the opening night, Keys shared on Instagram that special guests were in attendance, including Michelle Obama, Oprah, and Gayle King.
In the snapshot, Keys poses with his arm around Michelle and Oprah, while her longtime husband Swizz Beatz kneels on the ground, arms outstretched and a big smile on his face.
“Hell's Kitchen officially opened on Broadway last night and I'm still feeling excited. I'm grateful and in awe of this amazing show!!! I'm not usually a big cryer. But last night I almost cried!! Those words… Please know that this show will change you @HellsKitchenBway 💛💛💛
It's really great to be able to have a New York story in the heart of New York
Thank you so much for all the love, connection, and excitement for this show!! There's magic in the air ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨,'' Keys wrote in the caption.
Watch the magical moment here.
Oprah herself reflected on the musical on her Instagram, posting an unofficial rave review.
“When you wake up the next morning and hum the song, you know this is a great show,” she wrote, “@aliciakeys, so proud of you and what you accomplished artistically with the new Broadway musical @hellskitchenbway I'm so happy that this is a mother-daughter love story that has been performed on Broadway many times, with a fantastic team and a great cast.
King also shared his thoughts with a new group shot. “@hellskitchenbway opening night! And bravo to @aliciakeys who will soon be a Tony Award nominee of all kinds for this amazing Broadway production… Both @oprah and @michelleobama will be in town for opening night It’s special! All your emotions… run, don’t walk… right now!”
How to get tickets to Alicia Keys' Broadway musical hell's kitchen
Tickets are available now at www.hellskitchen.com and the show currently runs through September 2024 at the Shubert Theatre.
