In 1913, producers Martin Beck, B.F. Keith, and E.F. Albee opened the Palace, a premiere vaudeville theatre that became synonymous with show business excellence and attracted legendary performers including Fanny Brice, Bob Hope and Judy Garland. The venue suffered from vaudeville’s Depression-era decline and became a movie house. The Nederlanders purchased, renovated and restored the Palace to legitimate theatre in 1966.
The story of a traveling preacher’s wife who beamed into homes with a message of hope… and stole the country’s heart.
Wrapped in a joyful and deliriously fun score that could only come from Elton John, with lyrics by Scissor Sisters’ Jake Shears, a book by Olivier Award-winning playwright James Graham, and directed by Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold, TAMMY FAYE shines a sparkling light on the generous, loving, often lonely soul behind the illustrious lashes. Reprising her celebrated West End performance, the divine cast is led by two-time Olivier Award winner Katie Brayben (Tammy Faye), two-time Tony Award® winner Christian Borle (Jim Bakker), and two-time Tony Award winner Michael Cerveris (Jerry Falwell).
It's the 1970s, and for the very first time, satellites are bringing cable television into American homes. As families gather in their living rooms, young preacher Jim Bakker and his wife Tammy Faye hit the airwaves to build a nationwide congregation and put the fun back in faith. But while Tammy dazzles on screen, rivals plot behind the scenes, jealous of her popularity and threatened by her determination to lead with love.
Jul 9, 1965 - | The Nederlander Organization | Theatre Owner |
Oct 23, 1928 - Jul 9, 1965 | RKO Stage | Theatre Owner |
Jan 28, 1928 - Oct 23, 1928 | KAO Corporation | Theatre Owner |
Mar 24, 1913 - Jan 28, 1928 | Benjamin Franklin Keith | Theatre Owner |
Mar 24, 1913 - Jan 28, 1928 | Edward Franklin Albee II | Theatre Owner |
Mar 24, 1913 - Jan 28, 1928 | Martin Beck |
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