Nov 26, 2024
It’s the end of an era for one of New York City’s most longest-running theatrical productions. “Blue Man Group,” which began in 1991 and went on to play Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, Orlando and Berlin, will conclude on Feb. 2. Blue Man GroupBlue Man Group, pictured in 2017, began their off-Broadway run over 30 years ago. (Blue Man Group) Known for its interactive yet nonverbal forms of communication — melding music, art and theatricality performed by three bald, blue men — the show will have played 17,000 performances when it wraps up the history-making residency at Off Broadway’s Astor Place Theatre. Tickets to final performances of the famously silent, family-friendly experience, which has become a hit with tourists, are on sale now. Jack Kenn, the managing director of the company said he was both “honored and humbled” with the announcement of the beloved show’s end. “Blue Man Group is unlike anything else in the world and is undeniably one of the most recognized and successful entertainment productions because of the hardworking cast, crew and creative team,” he said in a statement. “It was because of them that these shows captured millions of hearts night after night, and we give our utmost thanks.” GettyBlue Man Group celebrates their 30th anniversary at the Empire State Building in 2021. Starting off as NYC street theater performed by three friends — creators Chris Wink, Matt Goldman and Phil Stanton, the unique, wordless and family-friendly production has since grown into a global phenomenon More than 50 million people worldwide reportedly have seen a performance throughout its various city residencies and international tours. According to a rep, the show will go on with productions in Berlin, Boston, Las Vegas and Orlando — which will be remounted in April.
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