44 Musical Comedy Plans Off-Broadway Run New York

The satirical musical '44 — The Musical,' which humorously explores the rise and presidency of Barack Obama along with the quirky political figures he encountered, will have an Off-Broadway run at the Daryl Roth Theatre this fall. Following successful, sold-out engagements in Los Angeles and Chicago, where it became the highest-grossing show in the Kirk Douglas Theatre's history, the musical is set to begin previews on October 14 with an official opening on November 6. Written, composed, and directed by Eli Bauman, a former Obama campaign staffer, the production features music direction by Anthony “Brew” Brewster and choreography by Miss James Alsop. In honor of President Obama's 64th birthday, a limited number of $44 tickets will be available starting August 4, including prime seating options. The show is described as a comedic retelling of Obama’s presidency as Joe Biden "kinda sorta" remembers it, highlighting the story omitted from history books, which the musical cheekily notes are banned in many states. Casting details will be announced soon, and prior to the New York run, the musical will return to Chicago's Studebaker Theater for a limited engagement in late August through September.