“Nonetheless, I’m reviving it for Harmony, the superb new musical for which Barry Manilow wrote the tunes and Bruce Sussman wrote the lyrics and book.”
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Harmony
Ethel Barrymore Theatre · 2h 30m
Opened Nov 13, 2023 · Closed Feb 4, 2024 · Ran for 3 months
6 Rave
10 Positive
11 Mixed
6 Negative
Critics' Take
Critics offer mixed reviews for Barry Manilow's long-gestating musical about the Comedian Harmonists, praising its timely subject matter and heartfelt performances but criticizing its uneven pacing and conventional structure.
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Critic Scorecard
33 reviews6 Rave
10 Positive
11 Mixed
6 Negative
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“And now he’s written a musical that will make the world remember.”
“Now thanks to Harmony: A New Musical, written by the legendary Barry Manilow and his longtime collaborator Bruce Sussman their story lives again.”
“Harmony is an altogether original and serious work that beautifully marries the story of the Comedian Harmonists with that of the years of their rise and fall.”
“Certainly, the musical concludes with notes, literal and figurative, of warmth and hope, reminding us that harmony can be achieved not just by different musical parts but among different people.”
Audience Scorecard
1.5K audience reviews
B
Shrugging
Awards Scorecard
2023-24 season14
Nominated
Drama League:1 nom
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicAll Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Harmony?
Critics offer mixed reviews for Barry Manilow's long-gestating musical about the Comedian Harmonists, praising its timely subject matter and heartfelt performances but criticizing its uneven pacing and conventional structure. (CriticScore 65/100 from 33 reviews.)
Is Harmony worth seeing?
Probably, if the material interests you. Critics say Harmony is worth seeing (65/100 from 33 reviews) — it works best if the premise or cast appeals to you.
What is the CriticScore for Harmony?
Harmony has a CriticScore of 65/100 based on 33 professional reviews. This is rated "Worth Seeing".
Is Harmony still running on Broadway?
No, Harmony has closed. It played at Ethel Barrymore Theatre and closed on February 4, 2024.
How long is Harmony?
Harmony has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes, including 1 intermission.
Theater Scorecard
Typical VenueThe Ethel Barrymore Theatre offers good sightlines with a well-raked mezzanine and minimal obstructions, though some box seats have limited views. Sound quality is average, with some reports of less than ideal acoustics. Comfort is typical for a Broadway theater, with decent legroom in some areas. However, facilities are lacking, with only one restroom on the lower level leading to potential congestion.
Original Broadway Cast
- Chip ZienRabbi
- Sean BellBobbyBroadway debut
- Julie BenkoRuth
- Sierra BoggessMary
- Danny KornfeldYoung RabbiBroadway debut
- Zal OwenHarry
- Eric PetersErichBroadway debut
- Blake RomanChopinBroadway debut
Notable Replacements
- Zak EdwardsCantor
- Benjamin H. MooreZiegfeld Follies Master of Ceremonies
- Constantine PappasStage Manager
- Kate WeslerRedhead on the Train
Creative Team
- Barry ManilowMusic
- Bruce SussmanBook & Lyrics
- Warren CarlyleDirector & Choreographer
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 65/100 (33 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Nov 13, 2023
- Closed
- Feb 4, 2024
- Run Length
- 3 months
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Intermissions
- 1
- Synopsis
- The story of the Comedian Harmonists, a singing group in 1920s and 30s Germany who became international stars before being silenced by the Nazi regime.
- Data Last Updated
- October 7, 2026
