Long before it graced the Brooks Atkinson Theatre (and later the Helen Hayes Theatre), Rock of Ages was a scrappy, immersive rock musical playing in a 99-seat house in Hollywood. Created by Chris D’Arienzo, the show was originally conceived as a loving parody of the "hair metal" era—a time when Mötley Crüe, Poison, and Journey ruled the airwaves.
A natural fit for the city, where it enjoyed a multi-year run. Conclusion rock of ages musical broadway
Written by Chris D’Arienzo, the plot is a classic "small-town girl meets city boy" tale, but with a lot more electric guitar. Set in Los Angeles' legendary Sunset Strip, it follows Sherrie and Drew as they chase fame at the "Bourbon Room." Long before it graced the Brooks Atkinson Theatre
Why did a musical about hair bands survive on Broadway for six years, outlasting more "serious" shows? Conclusion Written by Chris D’Arienzo, the plot is
Even though the original Broadway run at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre ended years ago, its legacy lives on through a 2012 film adaptation and countless regional productions.