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Empire Records: The Musical

First Preview: Sep 6, 2024
Opening Date: Sep 13, 2024
Closing Date: Oct 6, 2024
Empire Records: The Musical
https://www.mccarter.org/empirerecords
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McCarter Theater Center
91 University Place, Princeton , NJ 08540
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Overflowing with optimism, ‘90s counterculture, rooftop dancing and the spirit of punk rock, Empire Records tells the story of a band of idealist misfits fighting to save their beloved record store from a corporate takeover. With tactics ranging from desperate to dangerous, the team comes together during a visit by over the hill pop star Rex Manning to discover the true value of friendship, love and music—all in one extraordinary, unforgettable day. 
 
With music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson Award-winner and Princeton native Zoe Sarnak and a book by original screenwriter Carol Heikkinen, Empire Records is directed by Trip Cullman (Broadway’s Choir Boy, Lobby Hero), choreographed by Ellenore Scott (Broadway’s Funny Girl) and produced by special arrangement with Bill Weiner.
RegionalMusical

Performance Schedule

Visit tickets.mccarter.org for full schedule.

Cast
  • Lorna Courtney
  • Damon Daunno
  • Taylor Iman Jones
  • Michael Luwoye
  • Liam Pearce
Music
  • Zoe Sarnak
Lyrics
  • Zoe Sarnak
Book
  • Carol Heikkinen
Director
  • Trip Cullman
Choreographer
  • Ellenore Scott

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Accessibility

  • Assisted Listening System

    Our theatres offer wireless radio frequency hearing assistance receivers. Headphones are provided free of charge but guests are welcome to bring their own. Hearing aids equipped with t-coil technology can be synched for better sound quality.

  • Parking

    Disabled parking is available on a first come, first-served basis to those displaying official license plates or placards. For performances in the Matthews Theatre, please speak with the attendant in the circle driveway. For Berlind Theatre performances, there will be a select number of bagged parking meters in front of the entrance.

  • Passenger Loading Zone

    McCarter will offer shuttle service for the upcoming 2018-2019 Season. The shuttle will begin one hour prior to performance, run approximately every 20 minutes and continue until curtain time. The shuttle will pick up passengers outside of Wawa and drop off is at the McCarter Matthews or Berlind Theatre. The shuttle will run for one hour post-performance for your return to the original pickup location.

  • Telephone

    None on premises

  • Visual Assistance

    Braille and large print programs are available for all Theater Series performances upon request.

  • Wheelchair Info

    Wheelchair seating in available in both theaters. Please request this seating option when you purchase your tickets. Companion seats are also available.

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