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Alicia Keys' 'Hell's Kitchen' Ends Broadway Run, Heads Nationally

1/16/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Alicia Keys' musical Hell's Kitchen will close its Broadway run at the Shubert Theatre on February 22, 2026.
The show ran nearly two years and produced 800 performances.
It has won two Tony Awards and grossed over $100 million.
Brandon Victor Dixon will return to the role of Davis beginning January 27, 2026.
The production will continue with a national tour and international shows in South Korea, Germany, and Australia.

History

Historical Context

The Broadway musical "Aida," which premiered on March 23, 2000, closed on September 5, 2004, after 1,852 performances, winning four Tony Awards. This production, part of Disney Theatrical Productions' revival efforts, grossed over $30 million and showcased the success of innovative adaptations. Similarly, Alicia Keys' "Hell's Kitchen" reflects Broadway's ongoing influence, grossing over $100 million during its run.

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Story summary

Alicia Keys' musical Hell's Kitchen will close its Broadway run at the Shubert Theatre on February 22, 2026.
The show ran nearly two years and produced 800 performances.
It has won two Tony Awards and grossed over $100 million.
Brandon Victor Dixon will return to the role of Davis beginning January 27, 2026.
The production will continue with a national tour and international shows in South Korea, Germany, and Australia.

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