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The Lost Boys

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Palace Theatre

Times Square / Theater District, Manhattan

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The 1987 vampire cult film becomes a Broadway rock musical at the Palace, directed by Michael Arden with a score by the band The Rescues.

Santa Carla's teen vampires, the boardwalk and the Frog brothers have been turned into a full rock musical by Michael Arden, the director behind Maybe Happy Ending and Parade. The opening company featured Shoshana Bean as the Emerson boys' mother, and The Rescues wrote a score built for big voices and loud guitars. If you love the movie or want Broadway's newest horror-tinged spectacle, this is the ticket.

What to expect

The Palace, reopened after its elevated renovation, hosts a moody production with a live rock band. Expect the film's beats, a coastal-boardwalk setting and a darker edge than most Broadway musicals.

Good to know

  • The Palace Theatre sits right on Times Square; any 42 St or 49 St train works.
  • The show deals with horror themes, so check the recommended age before bringing kids.
  • Theater District restaurants fill quickly before curtain.
  • TodayTix and the box office both run discount and rush options.
  • Check the show's site for the current cast before booking.

Common questions

Is The Lost Boys based on the movie?

Yes, it adapts the 1987 vampire film into a new rock musical.

Who directs it?

Two-time Tony winner Michael Arden.