#39: An Unstoppably Creative Conversation with Ken Davenport
I'm super excited to introduce you to Tony Award-winning Broadway producer, Ken Davenport. Along with producing more than 25 Broadway shows, his passion for finding innovative ways to market, produce and create live theater has helped shape New York theatre and beyond. A long-time colleague and friend, Ken will inspire you to dream big, follow your passion and never quit.
Ken's Current Shows on the Boards:
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE
The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping new musical featuring his hit songs “Sweet Caroline”, “America”, and “Cracklin’ Rosie”. A Beautiful Noise starts performances at the Broadhurst Theatre on November 2nd.
For more info: www.abeautifulnoisethemusical.com
THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION
The next installment in the blockbuster Vacation movie franchise . . . but this time onstage. The Griswolds take Manhattan! Based upon characters from the Warner Bros. films, The Griswolds' Broadway Vacation is written by David Rossmer and Steve Rosen (Other Josh Cohen).
Performances at 5th Avenue Theatre run September 13 - October 2.
For more info: https://www.5thavenue.org/shows/2022-23/the-griswolds-broadway-vacation/
BONUS -- Ken is producing and wrote the book.
JOY THE MUSICAL
A heartwarming and powerful biographical musical based on the life of Joy
Mangano — the entrepreneur, inventor, best-selling author, and self-made millionaire whose journey epitomizes the real American Dream. JOY, featuring Erika Henningsen, is a feel-good musical about finding yourself through determination, imagination, and reinvention with a twist.
Performances at George Street Playhouse run December 7-30.
For more info: www.joythemusical.com
