As is often the case, the producers of Gigi – a revival of the 1970s musical adapted from the Academy Award-winning movie – have launched the new stage production at the Kennedy Center’s Eisenhower Theater prior to its Broadway run.
The Eric Schaeffer-directed production of Lerner and Loewe’s musical comedy follows the love affair between a free-spirited young woman and a wealthy playboy who must overcome the conventions of turn-of-the-century Paris.
Vanessa Hudgens, who stars in the production, is thrilled to be taking on the iconic role. “It’s been a lot of fun prepping for Gigi … allowing myself to be as free as possible,” she said. “I love this character, the music and play so much.”
Gigi will continue at the Eisenhower Theater through Thursday, February 12. Previews will begin at the Neil Simon Theatre in New York on March 19.
Tickets for performances in D.C. and NYC can be purchased at gigionbroadway.com.
