DENVER, May 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Filmed at the
Adelphi Theatre in London,
"Kinky Boots" the Tony, Grammy & Olivier Award-winning
musical from pop icon Cyndi
Lauper and legendary playwright Harvey Fierstein, directed and choreography
by Tony Award-winner Jerry
Mitchell and based on the film written by
Geoff Deane and
Tim Firth, arrives in movie
theaters nationwide June 25 and 29
only. In addition to the full production, audiences will enjoy an
exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the story of "Kinky Boots" and
never-before-seen footage from the record-breaking Broadway run,
which closed last month after more than six years and 2,500
performances.
Tickets for "Kinky Boots the Musical" are
available online at www.FathomEvents.com and participating
theater box offices.
Presented by Fathom Events, this special two-night event will
premiere in nearly 500 U.S. cinemas on Tuesday, June 25 at 7:00
p.m. and Saturday, June 29 at
12:55 p.m. local time, through
Fathom's Digital Broadcast Network (DBN). For a complete list of
theater locations, visit the Fathom Events website
(theaters and participants are subject to change).
"We're so excited for 'Kinky Boots' fans and new audiences alike
to have the opportunity to experience the joy of the musical in a
completely new way— on the big screen," said Daryl Roth and Hal
Luftig, the musical's lead producers. "In addition to
getting even closer to the magic of the production, American
audiences will get to see our fabulous West End cast, and viewers
will get an unprecedented glimpse into the show's heartwarming
story."
"Since the first performance of Kinky Boots, hardly a day
has passed without my receiving a thank you message from someone
whose spirits were raised up by the show," Fierstein said.
"Kinky Boots has been playing in big cities all over the
world but now, thanks to this film capture, it will reach people
wherever there are movie theaters. I am beyond excited!"
Kinky Boots is the winner of every major Best
Musical Award, including the Tony Award, the Grammy Award, and
London's Olivier
Award. Inspired by true events, this huge-hearted hit tells
the story of two people with nothing in common – or so they
think. Charlie (played by Olivier Award nominee Killian Donnelly) is a factory owner struggling
to save his family business, and Lola (played by Matt Henry, who won an Olivier Award for the
role) is a fabulous entertainer with a wildly exciting idea. With a
little compassion and a lot of understanding, this unexpected pair
learn to embrace their differences and create a line of sturdy
stilettos unlike any the world has ever seen! But in the end, their
most sensational achievement is their friendship.
"We are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring this heartfelt
hit musical to audiences nationwide in a larger than life way,"
said Fathom Events CEO Ray Nutt. "We
continue to execute on our arts and entertainment strategy by
seeking out the best in Broadway for our audiences to enjoy from
the comfort of their local cinema."
For artwork/photos related to "Kinky Boots the Musical,"
visit the Fathom Events press site.
About Fathom Events
Fathom Events is the leading event
cinema distributor with theater locations in all top 100 DMAs®
(Designated Market Areas) and ranks as one of the largest overall
theater content distributors. Owned by AMC Entertainment Inc.
(NYSE: AMC); Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK); and Regal, a
subsidiary of the Cineworld Group (LSE: CINE.L), Fathom Events
offers a variety of unique entertainment events in movie theaters
such as live performances of the Metropolitan Opera, top Broadway
stage productions, major sporting events, epic concerts, the
yearlong TCM Big Screen Classics series, inspirational events and
popular anime franchises. Fathom Events takes audiences behind the
scenes for unique extras including audience Q&As, backstage
footage and interviews with cast and crew, creating the ultimate
VIP experience. Fathom Events' live Digital Broadcast Network
("DBN") is the largest cinema broadcast network in North America, bringing live and pre-recorded
events to 1,010 locations and 1,628 screens in 182 DMAs. The
company also provides corporations a compelling national footprint
for hosting employee meetings, customer rewards events and new
product launches. For more information, visit
www.FathomEvents.com.
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