Two of the most influential musicals of the 1990s, Rent and Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk opened within days of one another on April 29 and April 25, 1996, respectively. Both are now headed for their 1000th performances in September, placing both in the ranks of Broadway's longest running productions.
Rent will mark its 1000th show at the Sunday matinee Sept. 20, according to a production spokesperson; Noise/Funk will celebrate its Broadway milestone Sept. 24.
The musical, based on the Sufjan Stevens album Illinois, is now Tony nominated for Best Musical.
Additional honorees for the May 20 awards have also been announced.
Cole Escola, J. Harrison Ghee, the cast of The Wiz, and other stage stars were among the attendees at fashion's biggest night.
The Phantom of the Opera star will offer holiday concerts in California, Nevada, Colorado, and more.
The Tony-nominated revival was the second highest-grossing show on the boards last week in the first post-Tony nominations box-office data.
The actor is currently recognized for his performance in The Outsiders.
Elice is currently recognized for Best Book of a Musical, marking his fourth Tony nomination.
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