Discount Broadway Tickets For The Heart Of Rock And Roll

The Heart Of Rock And Roll Summary

  • Show Status: Currently playing at the James Earl Jones Theatre
  • Genre: Jukebox Musical
  • The Heart Of Rock And Roll is 2 hours 20 minutes long, including an intermission of 15 minutes
  • 8 Shows per week
  • Previews Began: March 9, 2024
  • Show Opened : April 22, 2024
  • Show Closes: January 5, 2025

Huey Lewis inspired show where a talented musician is on a journey to find success in the music business and along the way he encounters various characters, navigates personal and professional challenges, and learns valuable life lessons.

The Heart Of Rock And Roll on Broadway Background

Huey Lewis Hit Single

The Heart of Rock & Roll" was originally a song performed by Huey Lewis and the News, released as the third single from their 1983 album Sports in 1984. The single peaked at number six on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.

This song and the Huey Lewis life story inspired the show that went on to perform in San Diego and then onto Broadway,

2018 production at San Diego's Old Globe

The 2018 production starred Orville Mendoza as Fjord, Katie Rose Clarke as Cassandra, Matt Doyle as Bobby, James Royce Edwards as Ensemble, and Robert Pendilla as Ensemble. The Heart of Rock & Roll, ran September 6 – October 21, 2018 at The Old Globe.

What's The Heart Of Rock And Roll Like?

The Heart of Rock & Roll is a musical inspired by the songs of Huey Lewis and the News. The show features classic hits from the band, such as "The Power of Love" and "Hip to Be Square," and weaves them into a narrative set in the world of the music industry.

The story revolves around Bobby, a talented musician, and his journey to find success and love in the competitive music business. Along the way, he encounters various characters, navigates personal and professional challenges, and learns valuable life lessons.

The musical celebrates the enduring power and universal appeal of rock music while exploring themes of ambition, friendship, and romance.

Is The Heart Of Rock And Roll Good for Kids?

Rock and Roll contains some adult material and is only intended for audiences over the age of 16

The Heart Of Rock And Roll Ticket Lottery and Rush Schedule

Some discounted Broadway show tickets are sold as part of the Broadway Ticket lotteries or as Rush Tickets. 

Lottery Tickets are typically drawn the day before the performance. See the Ticket Lottery Schedule 

Rush tickets are typically valid on-the-same-day of the show. See the Rush Ticket Schedule

Online Lottery

Monday, 9:00am

Tuesday, 9:00am

Wednesday, 9:00am

Thursday, 9:00am

Friday, 9:00am

Saturday, 9:00am

General Rush

Tuesday, 10:00am

Wednesday, 10:00am

Thursday, 10:00am

Friday, 10:00am

Saturday, 10:00am

Sunday, 12:00pm

Purchase the Broadway Discounts Guide to get details on how to get Lottery and Rush Tickets Tonight (if available) for The Heart Of Rock And Roll.

The Heart Of Rock And Roll at TKTS Ticket Stands

Below is the discount ticket availability for this show at the TKTS ticket booths.

Booth Discount Price Today's Show Time
Times Square Closed (50%) Closed ($105) 8:00 PM
Lincoln Center Closed (50%) Closed ($70-105) 8:00 PM

Theatre Information

James Earl Jones Theatre

138 West 48th Street
New York, NY 10019
Seats: 1,102
Entrance: 48th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues
Theatre Information

James Earl Jones Theatre Seating Chart

The Heart Of Rock And Roll Marquee

The Heart Of Rock And Roll Marquee

Cast Members

Bobby
Corey Cott
Cassandra
McKenzie Kurtz

Producers

Hunter Arnold

Tyler Mitchell

Production Credits

Director
Gordon Greenberg
Choreographer
Lorin Latarro

Creative Team

Music Supervisor
Brian Usifer
Music Director
Will Van Dyke
Book
Jonathan Abrams