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Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit is a landmark cabaret-style musical revue created and directed by Gerard Alessandrini. Since opening in 2004, SVU has celebrated sharp satirical takes on contemporary Broadway, delivered by a compact cast with a piano-driven score. This performer page highlights the evolution of the show, key moments in its history, the original cast, and the enduring appeal that keeps audiences returning for witty, well-crafted parodies.

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About the show: Forbidden Broadway originated as a biting, humorous revue that skewers contemporary Broadway hits and star performances. The Special Victims Unit edition opened December 16, 2004 at the Douglas Fairbanks Theatre and closed April 15, 2007 at the 47th Street Theatre, marking a prolific run and a series of celebrated revues. The company’s piano-driven format typically features a small ensemble that delivers quick-witted parodies, spare staging, and audience-pleasing audition-style warmth.

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Key milestones include the 2005 Original Cast Recording, Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit (DRG Records), featuring Christine Pedi, and the show’s 2005 Drama Desk Award for Best Musical Revue. In 2006, Forbidden Broadway and creator Gerard Alessandrini received Tony Honors for Excellence in Theatre, underscoring the series’ impact on the Broadway landscape.

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For fans following the current touring landscape, note that a 2025 touring edition, Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song, has announced multiple U.S. dates. While different in title, the tradition of sharp, affectionate Broadway spoofing continues, with stops in major cities across the country. As with all live theater, dates and venues are subject to change—check the listing for the latest details and secure your seats with a trusted source.

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Quick Facts About Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit

  • Creator/writer-director: Gerard Alessandrini; SVU opened Dec 16, 2004 at the Douglas Fairbanks Theatre and closed Apr 15, 2007 at the 47th Street Theatre.
  • Cast (SVU): Ron Bohmer, Jason Mills, Megan Lewis, Jennifer Simard, Jeanne Montano; David Caldwell (piano).
  • SVU album: Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit (2005), Original Cast Recording, on DRG Records; features Christine Pedi.
  • Awards: Won the 2005 Drama Desk Award for Best Musical Revue.
  • Tony Honors: In 2006, Forbidden Broadway and its creator received Tony Honors for Excellence in Theatre.
  • Genre/style: Cabaret-style musical revue that spoofles contemporary Broadway shows and stars; typically performed by a small cast with piano.

About the show: Forbidden Broadway originated as a biting, humorous revue that skewers contemporary Broadway hits and star performances. The Special Victims Unit edition opened December 16, 2004 at the Douglas Fairbanks Theatre and closed April 15, 2007 at the 47th Street Theatre, marking a prolific run and a series of celebrated revues. The company’s piano-driven format typically features a small ensemble that delivers quick-witted parodies, spare staging, and audience-pleasing audition-style warmth.

Key milestones include the 2005 Original Cast Recording, Forbidden Broadway: Special Victims Unit (DRG Records), featuring Christine Pedi, and the show’s 2005 Drama Desk Award for Best Musical Revue. In 2006, Forbidden Broadway and creator Gerard Alessandrini received Tony Honors for Excellence in Theatre, underscoring the series’ impact on the Broadway landscape.

For fans following the current touring landscape, note that a 2025 touring edition, Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song, has announced multiple U.S. dates. While different in title, the tradition of sharp, affectionate Broadway spoofing continues, with stops in major cities across the country. As with all live theater, dates and venues are subject to change—check the listing for the latest details and secure your seats with a trusted source.

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