Rock of Ages: The Musical Comes to DVD

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The popular musical comes to DVD, and you can learn all the best tips for enjoying the show right in your own home.

The musical “Rock of Ages” is coming to DVD

The popular musical “Rock of Ages” is coming to DVD. The show, which features classic rock hits from the 1980s, was a hit on Broadway and has been adapted into a film.

The DVD will include footage of the stage production, as well as interviews with the cast and crew. It is slated for release in November.

The story of “Rock of Ages”

Rock of Ages is a 2012 American musical comedy-drama film directed by Adam Shankman and based on the 2006 rock jukebox Broadway musical Rock of Ages by Chris D’Arienzo. The film stars Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Mary J. Blige, Alec Baldwin, and Russell Brand. The film follows a small town girl named Sherrie Christian (Hough) and a city boy named Drew Boley (Boneta) as they meet each other on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams.

The film was released on June 15, 2012 by Warner Bros. Pictures and grossed $59 million worldwide. A sequel was announced on August 31, 2012.

The music of “Rock of Ages”

The music of “Rock of Ages” includes some of the most popular rock hits from the 1980s, including “We Built This City” by Starship, “The Final Countdown” by Europe, “Wanted Dead or Alive” by Bon Jovi, and “Here I Go Again” by Whitesnake. The Broadway musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, and the 2012 film adaptation starred Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, and Alec Baldwin.

The cast of “Rock of Ages”

Broadway’s Best Rock Musicals are now available on DVD! The Tony Award-nominated musical “Rock of Ages” is coming to DVD on March 12th. This smash hit tells the story of a small-town girl who falls in love with a big city rocker in L.A.’s Sunset Strip. The DVD features the entire original cast, including Tony nominee Constantine Maroulis, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin, Julianne Hough, Mary J. Blige, and Bryan Cranston.

The production of “Rock of Ages”

The production of “Rock of Ages” began in 2006, with a period of development that included workshopping and readings. The show made its world premiere in Los Angeles in October 2008, before moving to Broadway in April 2009. The original Broadway production starred Constantine Maroulis and Rebecca Lynn Howard, and directed by Kristin Hanggi. It ran for 2,328 performances, closing on January 18, 2015.

A film adaptation was released on June 15, 2012, which starred Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand and Tom Cruise. The film was directed by Adam Shankman and grossed $59 million worldwide.

The sets and costumes of “Rock of Ages”

The sets and costumes of Rock of Ages are truly a sight to behold. The set design is very sleek and modern, with a lot of attention to detail. The costumes are also very well done, and they really help to set the tone of the show. Overall, the production values of this show are very high, and it is clear that a lot of effort went into making it look as good as it does.

The choreography of “Rock of Ages”

An exuberant mix of ’80s pop hits and classic rock anthems, “Rock of Ages” tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and Sherrie, a small-town girl, who chase their dreams of making it big in Hollywood’s most famous rock club. Along the way, they must contend with the mousse-quaffing Stacee Jaxx and his groupie, as well as a host of other colorful characters. The film features choreography by Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo of Nappytabs.

The critical reception of “Rock of Ages”

“Rock of Ages” was met with mixed reviews from critics when it debuted on Broadway in 2009. Some praised the show for its recreation of ’80s hair metal culture, while others found it schlocky and over-the-top. The film adaptation, released in 2012, was equally divisive, with some calling it a fun romp and others dismissing it as “nostalgia porn.”

However, the DVD release of “Rock of Ages” has been generally well-received, with many critics praising the cast’s performances and the overall energy of the production. If you’re a fan of ’80s hair metal or musicals, this is definitely one to check out.

The awards “Rock of Ages” has won

The musical has been nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Set Design. The original cast recording was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album.

The future of “Rock of Ages”

“Rock of Ages” was one of the most popular Broadway musicals of the last decade. The show ran for over six years and won multiple Tony Awards. now, the musical is coming to DVD.

The DVD will be released on February 12th, and it will include both the original Broadway production and the new Hollywood movie adaptation. The movie features an all-star cast, including Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin, Mary J. Blige, and Russell Brand.

Whether you’re a fan of the stage show or the movie, this DVD is a must-have for any “Rock of Ages” fan.

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