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From punk rock mosh pits and sold-out stadiums to the Great White Way, this electrifying documentary follows Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong as he works with Broadway producers to turn his mega-hit album, “American Idiot,” into a staged Broadway musical. The film goes behind the scenes to reveal the creative choices and challenges made by Grammy® winner Billie Joe and Tony® winning director Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening) to create the thrilling and one-of-a-kind musical experience. More than just a show, but a personal and transformative experience for Billie Joe, the film provides insider access to Billie’s journey from rock star to Broadway star, dress rehearsals, performances and more. BROADWAY IDIOT provides a unique window into the art of theater as rock stars and stage stars collide and create something never seen before.
Original Release
05/04/2013
US Release
05/04/2013
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Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Michael Mayer | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Book, Director |
| Steven Hoggett | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Choreographer |
| Tom Kitt | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Orchestrations, Arrangements, Musical Supervision |
| Christine Jones | Self - Scenic Design |
| Andrea Lauer | Self - Costume Design |
| Kevin Adams | Self - Lighting Design |
| Brian Ronan | Self - Sound Design |
| Darrel Maloney | Self - Video and Production Design |
| Carmel Dean | Self - Music Director, Conductor, Keyboard, Accordion |
| James Harker | Self - Stage Manager |
Directors
Writers
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|
| Michael Mayer | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Book, Director |
| Steven Hoggett | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Choreographer |
| Tom Kitt | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Orchestrations, Arrangements, Musical Supervision |
| Christine Jones | Self - Scenic Design |
| Andrea Lauer | Self - Costume Design |
| Kevin Adams | Self - Lighting Design |
| Brian Ronan | Self - Sound Design |
| Darrel Maloney | Self - Video and Production Design |
| Carmel Dean | Self - Music Director, Conductor, Keyboard, Accordion |
| James Harker | Self - Stage Manager |
| Lorin Latarro | Self - Associate Choreographer |
| Johanna McKeon | Self - Associate Director |
| Austin Regan | Self - Associate Director |
| Billie Joe Armstrong | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Lead Vocals, Guitar, St. Jimmy |
| Mike Dirnt | Self - Bass, Vocals |
| Tre Cool | Self - Drums, Vocals |
| John Gallagher Jr. | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Johnny |
| Michael Esper | Himself (archive footage) / Will, |
| Matt Caplan | Self - Tunny |
| Stark Sands | Himself (archive footage) / Self - Tunny |
Producers
| Name | Role |
|---|
| Ira Pittelman | Producer |
| Rob Tinworth | Producer |
Editors
Trailers
Broadway Idiot
