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After Midnight is a Broadway revue presenting music and dance inspired by the Cotton Club’s heyday in the 1940s. The production showcases iconic jazz standards from that era, choreographed by Warren Carlyle. It was originally developed as part of the broader *Cotton Club Parade* project. This show is primarily for audiences interested in American musical theatre history and specifically, the vibrant atmosphere and music of Harlem’s Cotton Club during the 2010s revival.
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What music is featured in the Broadway revue "After Midnight"?
"After Midnight" presents iconic jazz standards originally popularized during the 1940s heyday of Harlem's Cotton Club. The musical numbers celebrate the legendary African-American entertainers and jazz musicians who defined that era.
Who choreographed the Broadway production of "After Midnight"?
The production features vibrant choreography by Warren Carlyle, who also directed the musical. His dance numbers heavily feature high-energy tap and Lindy Hop routines authentic to the jazz era.
How is "After Midnight" connected to the "Cotton Club Parade"?
"After Midnight" was originally developed as part of the broader "Cotton Club Parade," a City Center Encores! staging that paid tribute to Harlem's vibrant nightlife. The Broadway production evolved directly from these earlier presentations to become a full-fledged revue.
Where did "After Midnight" run on Broadway?
"After Midnight" opened on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre in the fall of 2013. Its run brought the glamour and historical significance of Duke Ellington's music back to the New York stage.
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