RENT is the classic musical about love, friendship and community, and the seventh longest-running show in Broadway history. Now, RENT returns to The Pantages Theatre in a new touring production starring original Broadway cast members Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp!
Over the course of its groundbreaking 12-year New York run, RENT transformed the definition of musical theater -- and changed Broadway forever. Set in NYC's East Village, RENT is a modern take on the classic Puccini opera, La Boheme. It tells the unforgettable story of a group of young artists learning to survive, falling in love, finding their voices and living for today.
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Original RENT cast members from the original Broadway cast, Adam Pascal (Roger) and Anthony Rapp (Mark) will reprise their award-winning roles when the show arrives at the Pantages Theatre this March 2009. Joining Pascal and Rapp will be original Broadway cast member, Gwen Stewart, who will reprise her role as the "Seasons of Love" soloist.
Joining these original Broadway cast members will be Nicolette Hart (Maureen Johnson), Justin Johnston (Angel Schunard), Lexi Lawson (Mimi Marquez), Michael McElroy (Tom Collins), Jacques C. Smith (Benjamin Coffin III), and Haneefah Wood (Joanne Jefferson).
The ensemble is rounded out by Karmine Alers, Toby Blackwell, Adam Halpin, Trisha Jeffrey, Telly Leung, Caren Lyn Manuel, Jed Resnick, Andy Senor, Yuka Takara, and John Watson.
Official Website: http://www.broadwayla.org/production/show.info.asp?ID=21