Rick Elice
Latest News on Rick Elice:
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE ADDAMS FAMILY Concert, Starring Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage! (Feb 5, 2024)
Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre Will Stage FROZEN & WAITRESS; Full 2024/25 Season Announced (Jan 30, 2024)
Cast Set For Monmounth Community Players' PETER AND THE STARCATCHER (Jan 26, 2024)
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE ADDAMS FAMILY Concert, Starring Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage! (Feb 5, 2024)
Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre Will Stage FROZEN & WAITRESS; Full 2024/25 Season Announced (Jan 30, 2024)
Cast Set For Monmounth Community Players' PETER AND THE STARCATCHER (Jan 26, 2024)
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Rick wrote a popular thriller, Double Double (translated in 16 languages), Leonardo's Ring (London Fringe, 2003) and Dog and Pony (New York Stage & Film, 2003). From 1982-2000, as creative director at Serino Coyne Inc., he produced ad campaigns for some 300 Broadway shows, from A Chorus Line to Lion King. Since 2000, he has served as creative consultant for The Walt Disney Studio.
BA, Cornell University; MFA, Yale Drama School; Teaching Fellow, Harvard University; charter member, American Repertory Theater.
In 2003, he appeared off-Broadway in Elaine May's comedy, Adult Entertainment.
Rick Elice Photos
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Photo: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER; written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker; direction of Amanda Connors; music direction by Andrew Bourgoin;
Cast features Raji Ahsan (Black Stache), Spencer Bang (Boy, Peter Pan), Katrina Michaels (Molly Aster), A
Date:
09/14/2018
From: Photo Flash: Sail the High Seas with Argyle Theatre's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
Rick Elice Attending the Opening Night Celebration for the New Broadway Musical JERSEY BOYS at the August Wilson Theatre in New York City. The Evening is inspired by the the Lives and Musical Journey of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. November 6, 200
Date:
05/06/2012
From: Photo Blast From The Past: The 2012 Tony Nominees - The Men
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Rick Elice Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre
Rick Elice, Peter and the Starcatcher
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Play
Rick Elice, Peter and the Starcatcher
The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Play
Rick Elice, Peter and the Starcatcher
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Book of a Musical
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Rick Elice Videos
Video: Songwriting Team For Broadway's WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Performs 'Anywhere'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2023
VIDEO: First Look at the Regional Premiere of THE CHER SHOW at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes With JERSEY BOYS' Return to Live Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2022
VIDEO: First Look at New Trailer for THE ADDAMS FAMILY UK & Ireland Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2021
VIDEO: West End Cast of JERSEY BOYS Performs on the Roof of the Trafalgar Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2021
VIDEO: JERSEY BOYS London Cast Performs 'My Eyes Adored You' in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2021
Broadway Rewind: PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Takes Flight on Broadway in 2012
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 12, 2020
VIDEO: The Cast Of THE CHER SHOW Performs 'Believe' at the TONY AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2019
VIDEO: Cher Joins THE CHER SHOW Cast For Performance of 'I Got You Babe' and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2019
VIDEO: THE CHER SHOW Star Micaela Diamond Sings The National Anthem At CitiField
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2019
VIDEO: THE CHER SHOW Star Stephanie J. Block Performs, "I Found Someone" On The View
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2019
VIDEO: Stephanie J. Block of THE CHER SHOW Performs 'If I Could Turn Back Time'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Mar 15, 2019
Rick Elice News
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE ADDAMS FAMILY Concert, Starring Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage!
All new rehearsal images have been released from The Addams Family live in concert, starring Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage. The Addams Family will play at the London Palladium from 12-13 February 2024. Check out the photos here!
Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre Will Stage FROZEN & WAITRESS; Full 2024/25 Season Announced
Chicago's Paramount Aurora Theatre will stage the metropolis' premiere of Disney's Frozen the Musical as the 2024 holiday season show. The city, which has previously the touring production, will be one of the first to see a production staged by a local theatre company.
Cast Set For Monmounth Community Players' PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
The Monmouth Community Players have announced the cast for the first show of their 2024 season, Peter and the Starcatcher by Rick Elice. Learn more about the show and the cast here!
Full Cast Set For THE ADDAMS FAMILY in London, Starring Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage
The full cast has been announced for THE ADDAMS FAMILY, A Musical Comedy at the London Palladium on 12 & 13 February. Find out who is joining the previously announced Michelle Visage as Morticia Addams, Ramin Karimloo as Gomez Addams and Lesley Joseph as Grandma!
THE PERFECT MATE Comes to Pittsburgh CLO in February
Pittsburgh CLO’s Kara Cabaret Series presents a world premiere rom-com musical of the future; it’s 2063, and love is about to get an upgrade! David Rossmer & Dan Lipton’s THE PERFECT MATE brings love to life between February 2 - March 17 at the Greer Cabaret Theater.
Creative Team Set for I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I COULD DIE Directed by Lucas Hnath
New York Theatre Workshop has revealed the full creative team for I Love You So Much I Could Die, written and performed by NYTW Usual Suspect Mona Pirnot (Private), and directed by NYTW Usual Suspect and Tony Award nominee Lucas Hnath (Red Speedo).
Brooks Ashmanskas, Alex Brightman, Robyn Hurder and More Will Lead Workshop for Broadway-Bound SMASH
SMASH is soon heading to Broadway, but first, it will have a six-week workshop featuring an all-star Broadway cast. Check out the full line-up here!
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway
Rehearsals are officially underway for the upcoming Broadway musical Water for Elephants. Check out photos from inside the first day of rehearsals here!
THE VOICE Winner Maelyn Jarmon to Star in THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Core Theatre Group
Maelyn Jarmon (Season 16 winner of “The Voice”) and Clay Singer (National Tour of The Band’s Visit) will star in three-time Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Core Theatre Group.
Broadway Buying Guide: December 18, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 18, 2023.
Cast and Creative Team Set for for the 'Built in Chicago' Premiere of JERSEY BOYS at Mercury Theater
Mercury Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the first built-in-Chicago production of Jersey Boys, the Tony Award winning story of Frankie Vallie and The Four Seasons.
Photos: First Look at the Cast of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, Starring Grant Gustin and Isabelle McCalla
We've got your first look at the cast of the upcoming Broadway musical Water For Elephants! Check out photos of the cast, led by Grant Gustin and Isabelle McCalla, here!
Full Cast Set For WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway; Plus Watch a New Music Video!
The full cast has been announced for the Broadway premiere of the new musical WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Find out who is joining the cast, plus watch a brand new music video here!
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Concert Starring Ramin Karimloo and Michelle Visage Adds Matinee Performance
A matinee performance has been added for the concert performance of THE ADDAMS FAMILY, A Musical Comedy at the London Palladium. The new performance has been added on Tuesday 13 February at 3pm due to demand.
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Will Premiere In Australia From 2024
Peter and the Starcatcher, the smash hit Broadway production and winner of 5 Tony Awards, will have its Australian Premiere, touring nationally from 2024. Originally developed by Disney Theatrical Group, written by Rick Elice (Jersey Boys, Adams Family), with music by Wayne Barker, this all-new production is directed by David Morton (Holding Achilles, The Wider Earth).
New York Stage and Film Launches '40 Campaign'
New York Stage and Film has successfully launched the “NYSAF 40 Campaign: The Foundation of American Storytelling” in honor of their 40th Anniversary in 2025. For nearly four decades, NYSAF has been an integral part of the arts in the U.S. and vital to the creation of thousands of new stories for the stage and screen.
JERSEY BOYS Teases 20th Anniversary Tour
Join the celebration as JERSEY BOYS prepares to mark its 20th anniversary with a tour. Get more details about Jersey Boys here!
Review: THE CHER SHOW at Walton Arts Center
What did our critic think of THE CHER SHOW at Walton Arts Center?
Pittsburgh CLO to Present the World Premiere Rom-Com Musical THE PERFECT MATE
Pittsburgh CLO announces THE PERFECT MATE at Greer Cabaret Theater from Feb 2-Mar 17, 2024. Get ready for a captivating musical experience.
Best Broadway Shows in 2024; What's Coming!
Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2024 and be sure to check back as more engagements are added to the list!
Rick Elice FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Rick Elice has written 8 shows including Jersey Boys (Bookwriter), The Addams Family (Bookwriter), Peter and the Starcatcher (Playwright), The Cher Show (Book), This Ain't No Disco (Book), My Very Own British Invasion (Bookwriter), Water for Elephants (Book), Smash (Co-Bookwriter).
Rick Elice has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These include the Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for his work on "Peter and the Starcatcher." He was also nominated for the Best Play (Tony Awards) category for the same show. Additionally, Elice received a nomination for Outstanding Play at The Lortels for "Peter and the Starcatcher." Another notable nomination for Elice is the Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Jersey Boys." These nominations highlight Elice's talent and contributions to the Broadway industry.
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