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Pretty Woman

Pretty Woman at CIBC Theatre

Why see Pretty Woman?

Walking down the street on its first national tour!

After delighting audiences on Broadway Vivian and Edward are bringing their whirlwind romance on their first national tour! 

Even though we all know Pretty Woman, the creators of this upcoming musical know the original storyline won't go down to well with modern audiences. Therefore, the Vivian we once knew will now be a stronger and a more independent heroine for the 21st century.

This stage adaptation packs quite a creative punch. Marshall's vision is fulfilled by the movie's scribe J.F Lawton in penning the libretto, while Canadian rock god Bryan Adams and his songwriting partner Jim Vallance provide the score. Directing and choreographing the show is two-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, On Your Feet!).

What is Pretty Woman about?

A ruthless and driven business tycoon, Edward specializes in taking over businesses and then selling them off, piece by piece, totally unsympathetic to the hundreds of employees' lives he destroys. During a trip to LA, he finds himself without a partner for series of schmaltzy functions, so hires a sex worker to act as his escort. The lady of the night he chooses is Vivian, who much like Edward, goes about her work with a clinical detachment.

As their week together progresses, this usually isolated couple find themselves utterly comfortable in each other's company and discover that they might just be falling for each other. Can this blossoming romance turn both of their lives around?

Did you know?

The movie may be a light and charming romance, but the story started out very differently. The original script was a dark drama, with a much more downbeat ending. Once Gere and Roberts were cast, however, it was clear that the pair generated such chemistry together that the movie's tone needed to be lightened.

Key Information

Run Time

Two hours and 25 minutes, including one intermission.

Dates

Finished Mar 17, 2024

Cast

  • Ellie Baker as Vivian Ward
  • Chase Wolfe as Edward Lewis
  • Rae Davenport as Kit De Luca
  • Adam Du Plessis as Happy Man
  • Liam Searcy as Philip Stuckey
  • Kerry D'Jovanni as David Morse
  • Sarah Wang as Violetta

Further cast

Matthew Blum, Brianna Clark, Vincent Diperi, Lauren Esser, Charlie Fusari, Steven Gagliano, Justin Glass, Christian Maxwell Henry, Alexandra Kinsley, Joshua Kring, Bethany Mcdonald, Robert Miller, Hank Santos, Taylor M. Sheppard, Devyn Trondson, Elana Val

Reviews

Our review

Bold, Nostalgic, Romantic

Our reviewer Saadiqah saw the production on the West End, here's what she thought!

Saadiqah Gardner

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Customer reviews

66 reviews, average rating: (2.7 Stars)

Karen Kendrick-Hands

Transformations and feel-good music

Go see it. You’ll leave happy! A familiar story with well developed characters. Strong numbers for both leads: ‘I won’t go back’ and ‘Freedom.’ The songs advanced the story. Enchanting close barber shop harmonies from the dastardly lawyers was delightful. Fun to watch them rotate through other roles. Opera scene with real diva and tenor was stunning and beautifully staged. Eric Anderson was a tour de force as he moved skillfully from opening narrator, hotel manager and Piano man. I liked the way he owned the multiple roles. Boutique snub and revenge well told in bland beiges.- a fun contrast to Nell’s rainbow dressed sycophants. The costuming was spectacular in helping to tell the tale. Spare gritty opening set portrayed the tawdry tenderloin of Hollywood Boulevard. Tango dance lesson well staged and fun. Sex scenes were pitch perfect for this grandma’s taste. Just right bled of sensitve, sensual and suggestive as relationship evolved. Deserves to be a big hit. Suggest ... Read more

David

EXCELLENT Take on a Classic!

Pretty Woman is a classic love story that was brought to life in a very current and unique way. The songs are FANTASTIC and transform the play into something magical. The acting is pretty good but the voices of Edward and Vivian are top notch. They both have a way with the lyrics that turn these songs into beautiful ballads or upbeat hit songs that are good enough to be on the radio. I've seen tons of musicals in Chicago and around the country, but Pretty Woman is up there in quality, entertainment, and excitement with Wicked and Lion King. If you love the movie, you will love this amazing musical. A MUST SEE! ... Read more

Don Patulo

The Play: 5 Stars: The Venue 1 Star

Always faithful to the movie, Pretty Woman The Musical was a wonderful production with music, talented acting and scenery to make it a winner in Chicago and when it goes to the Big Apple. The venue, however, the Oriental Theater, is nothing short of a disaster. Seating in the front row, center stage of the Loge with full price tickets, our view was largely blocked by a railing tops of spotlights and cabling. Ticketmaster did not show any disclosure the seats would have partial views and took away from the overall experience. Again, play 5 stars, The Oriental Theater 1. ... Read more
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