From the slums of London to the heights of Hollywood, CHAPLIN is the showbiz Broadway musical about the silent film legend the world couldn’t stop talking about—Charlie Chaplin. It reveals the man behind the legend, the undeniable genius who forever changed the way America went to the movies.
CHAPLIN is written by Thomas Meehan (Hairspray, The Producers, Annie) and Christopher Curtis. The music and lyrics are by Christopher Curtis.
CHAPLIN was directed and choreographed by Warren Carlyle (Follies, Hugh Jackman, Back on Broadway).
CHAPLIN starred Rob McClure as the iconic Charlie Chaplin. He was joined by Jim Borstelmann, Jenn Colella, Erin Mackey, Michael McCormick, Christiane Noll, Zachary Unger and Wayne Alan Wilcox.
CHAPLIN has a running time of 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one 15 minute intermission.
Yes, there is one 15 minute intermission.
Please note that children under the age of four are not permitted in the theater.
If you like big, Broadway musicals packed with hummable songs and wonderful dancing that tell stories about real people, you'll love CHAPLIN.
CHAPLIN played at the Barrymore Theatre, located at 243 West 47th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue. Click here for a map.
Previews began August 21, 2012. Opening night was September 10, 2012. CHAPLIN played its final Broadway performance on January 6, 2013.
The Barrymore Theatre is located at 243 West 47th Street between Broadway and 8th Avenue. Click here for a map.
Subways:
A to 42nd Street, walk North to West 47th Street.
C, E to 50th Street, walk South to West 47th Street.
N, R to 49th Street, walk South to West 47th Street.
Q to 42nd Street, walk North to West 47th Street.
B, D, F to 47th-50th Street (at 6th Ave), walk West, and then South to West 47th Street.
1 to 49th Street, walk South to West 47th Street.
2, 3 to 42nd Street/Times Square and walk North to West 47th Street.
4, 5, 6 to 42nd Street, transfer to shuttle to Times Square and walk North to West 47th Street.
7 to Times Square and walk North to West 47th Street.
There are many parking garages near the theater, but remember that curtain times create added traffic.
In the Orchestra, seating is accessible to all parts without steps. Wheelchair seating is located in the Orchestra only.
In the Mezzanine there are 3 flights of stairs up 30 steps. Please note, once on the Mezzanine level there are approximately 2 steps per row. Entrance to Mezzanine is behind row E of the Front Mezzanine.
Please note that there are no elevators or escalators in the Barrymore Theatre.
Yes. For more information, please call Telecharge.com at (212) 239-6222 or outside the NY metro area at (800) 872-8997.
Yes. Reservations for an Assistive Listening System are not necessary. Drivers license or ID with printed address is required as a deposit. Please call (212) 582-7678 to reserve in advance.
The Barrymore Theatre is partially wheelchair accessible. In the Orchestra, seating is accessible to all parts without steps. Wheelchair seating is located in the Orchestra only.
There is one unisex wheelchair accessible restroom located on the main floor with no steps. Non-accessible restrooms are located down two flights of steps (20 steps).
Yes.
Yes! Soft drinks, water, cocktails, candy and show merchandise are available for purchase at the theater. No food is allowed into the theater.
No.
No. Inquiries about lost items should be directed to Telecharge at (212) 239-6200.
No, the use of cameras and recording devices is strictly prohibited.
Some people choose to wear “special occasion” clothes for a Broadway performance, but business casual attire is perfectly appropriate.
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