Rolling Thunder Tickets
About Rolling Thunder
See this powerful and inspiring new musical about the Vietnam War, set to the tunes that defined that era. Rolling Thunder the musical starts this summer at New World Stages – Stage Three and, as the world is still entrenched in global military conflict, the themes of this show resonate now more than ever.
Experience Rolling Thunder in New York and take a step back in time to the 1960s and 1970s: the Vietnam War has begun, young Americans are drafted into it, and, back on the home front, protests have erupted to end the conflict. See Rolling Thunder off Broadway to see these soldiers' stories come to life, set to the music from the 60s and 70s. Hit songs that musicalize the story include "A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall," “All Along the Watchtower,” “Born to be Wild," and “People Get Ready."
Run time
2hr 20min. Incl. intermission.
Venue
Categories
Age
Ages 13+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
Start date
July 10th, 2025
End date
September 7th, 2025
Rolling Thunder cast and creative team
By: Bryce Hallett
Songs by: Artists including Paul Simon, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Roberta Flack, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, Barry Mann and Cynthia Weill, Gladys Knight, Curtis Mayfield, and others
Director: Kenneth Ferrone
Venue
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
More information about Rolling Thunder
A new musical that's part documentary, part jukebox, and part concert, Rolling Thunder brings together legendary songs of the period of the 1960s and ‘70s to telegraph a raw and potent story inspired by Vietnam veterans and their families. That era of United States history was full of sweeping changes: the draft, combat, Civil Rights, and homecoming are all evocatively explored in this intimate yet epic new work.
The conflict, the world’s first televised war, gave rise to some of the most blistering and lyrical songs of the twentieth century, which are all heard in this new musical: some of the hits from that time coming to New World Stages include “The Letter," “Black Magic Woman," “Gimme Shelter," “Help Me Make it Through the Nightt," and “Eve of Destruction."
At its center, Rolling Thunder is a deeply moving portrait: a distinctly American love story of courage, longing, loss, and hope.
What to watch for
- Journalist Bryce Hallett wrote this story, and Kenneth Ferrone, an Emmy nominee who poduced the live TV musicals of Rent, Grease, and Annie, directs.
- 60s and 70s songs heard in the musical include "Killing Me Softly with His Song,”“We’ve Gotta Get Out of This Place,” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water."
- The show was first staged in Australia in 2014 and revived in 2023.
- “Rolling Thunder has been a labor of love for many years and salutes Vietnam and contemporary veterans," said producer Rebecca Blake in a statement.
Important information
- Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
- No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary.
- All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked.
- The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services.
Frequently asked questions
What is Rolling Thunder about?
Rolling Thunder is a new musical about the heartfelt stories of young soldiers of the Vietnam War and the protest movement that sought to end it.
What is the running time of Rolling Thunder?
Rolling Thunder runs for 2hr 20min. Incl. intermission.
Which theatre is Rolling Thunder at?
Rolling Thunder is at New York's New World Stages, which is located at 340 West 50th Street, New York, 10019.
How much are tickets for Rolling Thunder?
Rolling Thunder tickets start at $47.
What is the age recommendation for Rolling Thunder?
Ages 13+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.
How do you get tickets for Rolling Thunder?
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