Rock of Ages 2008

Run Time:
1 hour and 50 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 13+
Opened: October 16, 2008
Closing: January 04, 2009

Rock of Ages - 2008 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

New World Stages Stage I
340 West 50th Street New York, NY 10019

Rock of Ages is fueled by high-octane '80s rock, from the anthems that defined an era to the power ballads that lit up arenas everywhere. A theatrical event inspired by the unforgettable rock sounds and the mega-bands that dominated the airwaves for more than a decade, Rock of Ages features big chords, big dreams and big hair.

Rock of Ages - 2008 - Off-Broadway Cast

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ROCK OF AGES To Offer 'On the Rocks' On Broadway?
by Eddie Varley - December 19, 2008

The producers of ROCK OF AGES announced yesterday that after an extremely successful off Broadway run and the sale of the film rights to New Line Cinema, the new, smash hit musical will transfer to Broadway's Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th Street, and open on Tuesday, April 7, 2009. Previews begin on Friday, March 20, 2009. Variety is reporting that they might be offering in-seating cocktail service to allow the party feel of the show to truly come alive uptown.

ROCK OF AGES Storms To Broadway 4/7, Previews Begin 3/20
by Eddie Varley - December 18, 2008

The producers of ROCK OF AGES announced today that after an extremely successful off Broadway run and the sale of the film rights to New Line Cinema, the new, smash hit musical will transfer to Broadway's Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th Street, and open on Tuesday, April 7, 2009. Previews begin on Friday, March 20, 2009.

ROCK OF AGES Will 'Roll' to Broadway in '09?
by Eddie Varley - December 12, 2008

Production sources are revealing that ROCK OF AGES, Off-Broadway's newest hit, may be heading to Broadway.

ROCK OF AGES Headed to the Big Screen Via New Line
by Eddie Varley - December 10, 2008

Variety is reporting that ROCK OF AGES, Off-Broadway's newest hit, is headed to the big screen. New Line Cinema is set to produce the film version with Chris D'Arienzo serving as writer and director.

Photo Coverage: Taye Diggs Visits ROCK OF AGES
by Peter James Zielinski - November 26, 2008

ROCK OF AGES at New World Stages rolled out the rock and roll red carpet when stage and screen star Taye Diggs paid them a visit Monday night, November 23rd.

BWW TV: Broadway Beat - Kids Night, Rosie and Rock of Ages!
by Craig Brockman - November 17, 2008

Catch the kickoff for Kids Night on Broadway, Rosie and Rock of Ages - only right here on BroadwayWorld!

Cast of Rock of Ages to Appear on Late Night with Conan O'Brien Nov. 14
by Robert Diamond - November 13, 2008

CATCH THE CAST OF THE OFF-BROADWAY HIT on 'LATE NIGHT WITH CONAN O'BRIEN' on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 @ 12:30 AM on NBC (NYC channel 4). Cast members of the new smash Off-Broadway musical will rock out with Conan O'Brien.

Photo Coverage: Steven Van Zandt visits ROCK OF AGES
by Peter James Zielinski - November 10, 2008

ROCK OF AGES was 'Born to Run' at New World Stages Saturday night November 8th when Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band member and The Sopranos star Steven Van Zandt stopped by to catch the performance. He was joined by his actress wife, Maureen Van Zandt.

Photo Coverage: ROCK OF AGES Gets 'Creamed' at Serendipity 3!
by Peter James Zielinski - November 7, 2008

On November 6th, 2008 the landmark NYC restaurant Serendipity3 bestowed its highest honor on the Off-Broadway show Rock of Ages by presenting an ice cream concoction that is fueled by high-octane 80's rock: "I Wanna Rock Root Beer Float".

ROCK OF AGES Gets Highest Ice Cream Honor at Serendipity 11/6
by Faetra Petillo - November 5, 2008

The landmark NYC restaurant Serendipity will bestow the highest honor on the Off-Broadway show Rock of Ages by presenting an ice cream concoction that is fueled by high-octane 80's rock: "I Wanna Rock Root Beer Float".

ROCK of AGES Announces Special Halloween Costume Contest
by Faetra Petillo - October 29, 2008

On October 31st, 2008 at the 7:00 & 10:00 PM performances of ROCK OF AGES, Off-Broadway's newest hit featuring 80s rock classics by Journey, Bon Jovi, Styx, Reo Speedwagon, Pat Benatar and more,there will be a special costume contest with a $500 cash prize to the winner (two winners will be named - one at each performance) along with hot show merchandise for runners-up. Special ticket offer for the holiday will be priced at $25 (available in advance or at box office with code ROCKWEEN10) along with $5 drink specials.

Photo Coverage: ROCK OF AGES Opening Night
by Peter James Zielinski - October 21, 2008

ROCK OF AGES rocked the house at New World Stages during its Off-Broadway opening on Thursday, October 16. BroadwayWorld joined the 'jam' and celebrated along with the high energy cast!

ROCK OF AGES Opens at New World Stages Tonight October 16th
by Eddie Varley - October 16, 2008

ROCK OF AGES cranks up the volume Off-Broadway at New World Stages tonight Thursday, October 16 at 7:00 PM.Written by Chris D'Arienzo (Film: Barry Munday) and directed by Kristin Hanggi (Bare, Pussycat Dolls on the Sunset Strip), ROCK OF AGES is fueled by high-octane 80s rock - from the anthems that defined an era to the power ballads that lit up arenas everywhere.

Photo Flash: ROCK OF AGES Cast Rings NYSE Opening Bell
by Reynard Loki - October 14, 2008

To celebrate the upcoming opening of the Off-Broadway production of Rock of Ages, The cast of the show rung the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, October 9. ROCK OF AGES cranks up the volume Off-Broadway with performances beginning Wednesday, October 1 at New World Stages. Slated for an open-ended engagement, the show will have its Official Opening Night on Thursday, October 16 at 7:00 PM.

'Rock of Ages' to Ring NYSE Opening Bell on 10/9
by BWW News Desk - October 9, 2008

The Rock of Ages cast will ring the New York Stock Exchange opening bell tomorrow, October 9, 2008.

'Rock of Ages' to Ring NYSE Opening Bell on 10/9
by Faetra Petillo - October 8, 2008

The Rock of Ages cast will ring the New York Stock Exchange opening bell tomorrow, October 9, 2008.

Rock of Ages FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Rock of Ages have there been?
Rock of Ages has had 9 productions including which opened in 2006, Off-Broadway which opened in 2008, Off-Broadway which opened in 2008, Broadway which opened in 2009, US Tour which opened in 2010, West End which opened in 2011, US Tour which opened in 2011, Los Angeles which opened in 2019 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2021.

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