“It reopened April 29, 2022, confirming this reviewer’s belief that the property is the best musical — jukebox or no — of the past three years.”
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Girl From The North Country
Opened Apr 29, 2022 · Closed Jun 19, 2022 · Ran for 2 months
3 Rave
1 Positive
1 Negative
Critics' Take
McPherson's Depression-era drama paired with Dylan's songbook creates a hauntingly beautiful, unconventional musical that mostly captivates critics, though some find the marriage of playwright and songwriter doesn't fully cohere.
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Critic Scorecard
5 reviews3 Rave
1 Positive
1 Negative
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“Everything in this exquisite Broadway transfer is in perfectly rendered unison.”
“Their seemingly disparate sensibilities have come together to create one of the most haunting – and hauntingly beautiful -- musicals I’ve ever seen.”
“It's as audacious, enlightening, and exasperating as the man himself.”
“It reads more as a concert and play mash-up with a few too many people on the stage and a deeply tried attempt at emotionally impacting the audience.”
Audience Scorecard
1.2K audience reviews
B-
Shrugging
Awards Scorecard
2021-22 season61
Honored
Won Best Orchestrations
Lortel Award:1 win / 4 nomsDrama Desk:4 nomsOuter Critics:2 nomsDrama League:1 nomOBA Award:1 nom
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicAll Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Girl From The North Country?
McPherson's Depression-era drama paired with Dylan's songbook creates a hauntingly beautiful, unconventional musical that mostly captivates critics, though some find the marriage of playwright and songwriter doesn't fully cohere. (CriticScore 80/100 from 5 reviews.)
Is Girl From The North Country worth seeing?
Yes. Girl From The North Country earns strong reviews from critics (80/100 from 5 reviews). Most theatergoers will have a great time.
What is the CriticScore for Girl From The North Country?
Girl From The North Country has a CriticScore of 80/100 based on 5 professional reviews. This is a "Recommended" show.
Is Girl From The North Country still running on Broadway?
No, Girl From The North Country has closed. It played at Belasco Theatre and closed on June 19, 2022.
Theater Scorecard
Typical VenueThe Belasco Theatre offers stunning ambiance with its historic Tiffany lamps and stained-glass ceiling, but suffers from tight legroom typical of older venues. While sound quality is generally good, sightlines can be inconsistent, especially from side orchestra seats.
Original Broadway Cast
- Todd AlmondElias Burke
- Jeannette BayardelleMrs. NeilsenNom: Featured Actress (Musical)
- Matthew Frederick HarrisEnsembleBroadway debut
- Caitlin HoulahanKate Draper
- Robert JoyDr. Walker
- Marc KudischMr. Burke
- Luba MasonMrs. Burke
- Matt McGrathReverend Marlowe
Notable Replacements
- Colin BatesGene LaineBroadway debut
- Matthew Frederick HarrisSoloist
- John SchiappaSoloist
- Rachel SternSoloist
- Chelsea Lee WilliamsSoloist
Creative Team
- Conor McPhersonBook
- Conor McPhersonDirector
- Bob DylanMusic & Lyrics
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 80/100 (5 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Apr 29, 2022
- Closed
- Jun 19, 2022
- Run Length
- 2 months
- Synopsis
- Playwright Conor McPherson reimagines the songs of the legendary Bob Dylan in GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY — the soaring masterwork about the dreams we keep close and the people we hold dear.
- Data Last Updated
- October 7, 2026
