One of Hollywood's most iconic stars opened on the Las Vegas Strip in
Marilyn! The New Musical, an original musical based on the life of
Marilyn Monroe with a preview performance.
Written, directed and produced by Tegan Summer, CEO of Prospect House
Entertainment, in partnership with Authentic Brands Group, owner of the
Estate of Marilyn Monroe, the new musical
features acclaimed Broadway actress Ruby Lewis as the resident Marilyn
Monroe.
Marilyn! The New Musical features 20 original
musical numbers as well as classics like "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best
Friend" and "My Heart Belongs to Daddy," telling
the story of one of the world's most famous women, from her days as
Norma Jeane overcoming a difficult childhood, to her meteoric rise to
stardom and becoming one of
the biggest and most enduring sex symbols of all time.
"Marilyn Monroe is a true American icon and there is no better way to
bring her story to the stage than through a unique American art form:
the musical," said Summer.
"Marilyn has always been an inspiration to me because she is the
ultimate story of the human condition, and I have always been fascinated
by the dichotomy between
Norma Jeane and Marilyn. The story will pull at the heart, touching
anyone who is reaching for something greater than themselves and to
persevere no matter what the
obstacles."
"Marilyn continues to inspire today's performers, influencers and fans
regardless of gender or age," said Marc Rosen, SVP Entertainment,
Authentic Brands Group, owner
of the Estate of Marilyn Monroe. "Tegan and his team have created a
dynamic show that audiences are going to love. We're so excited to tell
this story and look forward to Marilyn!
becoming a staple on the Las Vegas Strip for years to come."
"The Paris Theater has a great legacy of hosting some of the most
successful musicals in Las Vegas history," said Jason Gastwirth,
president of entertainment at
Caesars Entertainment. "We are proud to be a co-producer of Marilyn!, a
highly-anticipated musical with top talent and celebrity status, and a
significant addition to
our impressive lineup at Caesars Entertainment."
The Marilyn! cast includes the best talent that Broadway, Los Angeles
and Las Vegas have to offer including: Brittney Bertier as Norma Jeane,
Frank Lawson as Charlie,
Marilyn's trusted driver, Travis Cloer as Milton Greene, Chris Fore as
Bill Pursel, Randal Keith as Darryl F. Zanuck, Christopher Showerman as
Joe DiMaggio,
Matthew Tyler as Arthur Miller, Lindsay Roginski as Jane Russell, Una
Eggerts as Jayne Mansfield, and Chanel Edwards-Frederick as Ella
Fitzgerald. Kelley Jakle will
serve as the swing for Marilyn Monroe. In addition, the show anticipates
a rotating cast of celebrity guest performers in the lead and
supporting roles.
Representing the essence of the era of Marilyn Monroe with a modern
twist, the set featured dynamic, cutting-edge, contemporary design that
retains all of the beauty
and nostalgic elements of the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Additional production credits include music and additional lyrics by
Gregory Nabours, choreography by Ferly Prado, set design by Matt
Steinbrenner and casting by
Michael Donovan.
www.www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/shows/marilyn-the-new-musical
