Everything Is RENT

NAME RENT’S OFFICIAL TASTI D-LITE FLAVOR!

2012-02-27T11:08:00.001-05:00

RENT has partnered with Tasti D-Lite to create the Official RENT Tasti D-Lite flavor. Now, we need YOUR help naming it!

A New York phenomenon since 1987, Tasti D-Lite is the frozen treat that’s lower in calories, carbs and sugar than frozen yogurt and ice cream. Tasti D-Lite offers over 100 delicious flavors every day, which are made with natural ingredients and contain no artificial sweeteners.

Below please find a list of 5 of Tasti D-Lite’s best selling flavors:

PEANUT BUTTER

CARAMEL FUDGE

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE

CREAMY COCONUT

STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE

Choose one of the above flavors and come up with a fun, creative RENT-themed name for that flavor. Feel free to use song titles and lyrics, character names, themes from the show, etc. We want to be WOWED by your creativity!

We’ll select a winning name from your submissions which will become the Official RENT Tasti D-Lite flavor!

The winning flavor will be served every Sunday in April at the Tasti D-Lite location at 1588 Broadway (between 47th and 48th) here in New York City. If your flavor is chosen, you’ll receive a RENT Playbill signed by the cast and a $25 Tasti D-Lite TreatCard!

To enter, submit your RENT flavor, full name and city of residence to tastidlite@siteforrent.com.

Limit one entry per person. Entries must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern on Sunday, March 11, 2012.

CALLING ALL RENTHEADS AROUND THE WORLD!

2012-02-21T10:42:00.000-05:00

Exciting news!

RENT is looking for a new group of contributors for our Official Blog. We’re looking for talented individuals with a profound knowledge of RENT and its history, and a passion for its story and message.

Our fantastic new Bloggers will be relied upon to provide us with engaging and unique content on a regularly scheduled basis. We will be asking you to provide informed commentary on the show’s history, its themes, music and lyrics, our new production at New World Stages, and much more. Bloggers will also have the opportunity to interview members of the cast and creative team!

Think you’ve got what it takes to be one of RENT’s Official Bloggers? Now is your chance to show us what you’ve got!

HOW TO ENTER:

RENT is looking for 4 new Bloggers:
“MARK” – a Filmmaker, Writer, or Screenwriter
“MAUREEN” – a Performance Artist or Actress
“ROGER” – a Musician or Songwriter
“MIMI” – a Dancer

To enter, please send us a 140-character summary of what RENT means to you. Send us a 140-character message that highlights your knowledge and your love for our show. Give us a taste of your writing abilities and your unique point of view. Show us what we could look forward to if you are selected as one of our Official Bloggers! RENT will be reviewing all submissions and determine who our character bloggers – Mark, Maureen, Roger, and Mimi – will be.

Submit your entry in ONE of the following ways:

Post your 140-character summary as a status update on your Facebook profile inclusive of the tag RENT (4 characters) – you must “like” RENT’s fan page at www.facebook.com/everythingisrent in order to tag the show.

Tweet your 140-character summary on Twitter inclusive of the tag @RENTOffBroadway (16 characters).

Limit one entry per person. You must tag RENT in order to qualify. In the event you don’t have a Facebook or Twitter, you can e-mail your 140-character summary to sweepstakes@siteforrent.com, and please write “Official Blog Entry” in the subject line. Submissions exceeding 140 characters in length, regardless of method of entry, will not be eligible for consideration. Entries must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern on Sunday, March 4, 2012. Winners will be contacted soon thereafter.

ENTER NOW!

RENT'S BRANDON VICTOR DIXON SINGS THE NATIONAL ANTHEM

2012-02-07T13:36:00.000-05:00

Tony Award® nominee Brandon Victor Dixon, who is currently performing as Collins in RENT at New World Stages in New York City, sang the National Anthem at Madison Square Garden before the New York Knicks played against the Utah Jazz on February 6, 2012. Click on the video player below to watch!

Click here to watch directly on YouTube.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT TRIVIA NIGHT AT VILLAGE POURHOUSE: JANUARY 25

2012-01-21T13:19:00.002-05:00

Calling all 21-and-over trivia buffs in the NYC area! Participate in NYC Trivia League's trivia night at Village Pourhouse Restaurant Row on Wednesday, January 25, and you could win tickets to RENT at New World Stages! Visit www.nyctrivialeague.com for team registration, rules, and more information.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

WIN TICKETS TO ADAM, MATT, AND EPHRAIM'S FINAL PERFORMANCE IN RENT

2012-01-16T09:58:00.000-05:00

MJ Rodriguez (Angel), Nicholas Christopher (Collins), Matt Shingledecker (Roger), Adam Chanler-Berat (Mark), and Ephraim Sykes (Benny) in RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

On Thursday, January 19, Adam Chanler-Berat (Mark), Matt Shingledecker (Roger), and Ephraim Sykes (Benny) will play their final performance in RENT. To say goodbye to these three cast members, we are giving away three pairs of tickets to this performance. Please participate in this giveaway only if you can definitely attend the show on Thursday, January 19, 2012.

THREE WAYS TO ENTER THE TICKET GIVEAWAY:

1. FACEBOOK:

If you're not already, become a fan of RENT on Facebook by clicking the "Like" button.
Share the link to this page on your own Facebook profile.
Take a screenshot of your Facebook profile that shows you shared this link.
Send an e-mail to sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "Our dream can become a reality!" and attach your screenshot. In the body of the e-mail, please include your first and last name and city of residence.
Limit one Facebook entry per person.

2. TWITTER:

Follow @RENTOffBroadway on Twitter if you do not already.
Post this tweet (copy in bold below) on your Twitter profile – you must include the link for your entry to count:

I want to win a pair of tickets to Adam, Matt, and Ephraim's final performance in @RENTOffBroadway! http://bit.ly/yHStHM

Limit one Twitter entry per person.

3. FRIENDS OF RENT:

Log onto www.friendsofrent.com. If you are not already, sign up to be a member so that you can log onto the online community.
Click on the featured event "Adam Chanler-Berat, Matt Shingledecker, and Ephraim Sykes' Final Performance in RENT" and follow the giveaway instructions.
Limit one Friends of RENT entry per person.

All entries regardless of method must be completed/submitted by 6 PM EST, Tuesday, January 17, 2012. Three (3) winners will be selected at random and contacted on Wednesday, January 18, 2012.

Matt Shingledecker as Roger and Adam Chanler-Berat as Mark.
Photo by Joan Marcus.

PRESS HIGHLIGHTS FEATURING ADAM, MATT, AND EPHRAIM:
Click here to read Matt Shingledecker's CUE & A on Playbill.com.

Click here to read and watch Out Magazine's feature on Adam Chanler-Berat.

Click here to view Ephraim Sykes' photo exclusive featuring a two-show day at RENT on Playbill.com.

SAVE ON TICKETS TO RENT FOR PERFORMANCES THROUGH MAY 27, 2012!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: For tickets to RENT, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNPITBULL9.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNPITBULL9.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this page to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Terms & conditions: Offer valid for select performances through May 27, 2012. Offer not valid for Saturday evening performances. Other blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $69.50 - $89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Schedule and cast subject to change. Offer subject to availability. Normal service charges apply to online and phone orders. No exchanges or refunds. All sales are final. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not valid for prior purchases. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer expires May 27, 2012 but may be revoked at any time.

No purchase necessary to enter or win the ticket giveaway for the January 19, 2012 performance of RENT.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT ON YELP

2012-01-11T12:58:00.000-05:00

Calling all Yelp members! You can now write reviews for the Off-Broadway production of RENT on Yelp.com.

Click here to post your review today!

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

WIN TICKETS TO ANNALEIGH ASHFORD'S FINAL PERFORMANCE AS MAUREEN

2012-01-09T16:09:00.001-05:00

Annaleigh Ashford as Maureen. Photo by Joan Marcus.

2011 Clive Barnes Award nominee Annaleigh Ashford will play her final performance as Maureen in RENT on Thursday, January 12, 2012. RENT fans, we are giving away a pair of tickets to Annaleigh's final show! If you can and want to attend, keep reading!

HOW TO ENTER THE TICKET GIVEAWAY:
1. If you're not already, become a fan of RENT on Facebook by clicking the "Like" button.
2. Share the link to this page on your own Facebook profile.
3. Take a screenshot of your Facebook profile that shows you shared this link.
4. Send an e-mail to sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "Only thing to do is jump over the moon" and attach your screenshot. In the body of the e-mail, please include your first and last name and city of residence. Please confirm you can attend RENT at New World Stages on Thursday, January 12, 2012.

Limit one entry per person. Entries are due by 6 PM EST, Tuesday, January 10, 2012. One winner will be selected at random and contacted via e-mail on Wednesday, January 11, 2012.

Annaleigh Ashford as Maureen and Corbin Reid as Joanne. Photo by Joan Marcus.

SPOTLIGHT ON ANNALEIGH:
Click here to watch Annaeligh's appearance on "Show People with Paul Wontorek."

Click here to read Playbill.com's DIVA TALK with Annaleigh.

Click here to read Broadway.com's interview with Annaleigh.

SAVE ON TICKETS TO RENT FOR PERFORMANCES THROUGH MAY 27, 2012!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: For tickets to RENT, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNPITBULL9.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNPITBULL9.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this page to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Terms & conditions: Offer valid for select performances through May 27, 2012. Offer not valid for Saturday evening performances. Other blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $69.50 - $89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Schedule and cast subject to change. Offer subject to availability. Normal service charges apply to online and phone orders. No exchanges or refunds. All sales are final. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not valid for prior purchases. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer expires May 27, 2012 but may be revoked at any time.

No purchase necessary to enter or win the ticket giveaway for Annaleigh Ashford's final performance in RENT.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

OFF-BROADWAY WEEK

2012-01-06T12:24:00.001-05:00

The company of RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

RENT is participating in Off-Broadway Week, a special initiative sponsored by NYC & Company. For all performances from January 30 through February 12, 2012, purchase "2 for 1" tickets to RENT at New World Stages. Tickets for Off-Broadway Week are on sale now!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. Online: Simply click here or visit www.broadwayoffers.com and enter code OBW12W.
2. By Phone: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code OBW12W.
3. In Person: Bring a print-out of this page to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

For more information on Off-Broadway Week, visit www.nycgo.com/offbroadwayweek.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GRAND PRIZE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT

2011-12-26T14:18:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to Tammy W. from Wilton, Connecticut, the winner of our RENT Countdown to Christmas grand prize giveaway! Tammy will receive a 4-pack of tickets to RENT at New World Stages; a personalized and signed copy of the cast holiday photo; a Givenik.com Piggy Bank signed by the cast of RENT; and a Givenik pig keychain!

If you would like to purchase any of the RENT merchandise items given away during our Countdown to Christmas, please visit www.rentmerch.com.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

GIVE IN TO LOVE

2011-12-25T00:00:00.000-05:00

Merry Christmas!! The RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaways were our way of saying thanks to YOU, our most loyal fans of RENT. Please remember this holiday season to give in to love and give back to your community. Below are some charities that you can support through RENT:

BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS

Click here to watch a holiday message from some friends of Broadway Cares and please consider making a tax-deductible donation today. Thank you for your compassion and generosity.

You can also support Broadway Cares through the purchase of tickets to RENT on Givenik.com. 5% of your ticket purchase will go back to Broadway Cares when you buy tickets through this link.

About Broadway Cares:
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is the nation’s leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grants making organization. By drawing upon the talents and generosity of the American theatre community, BC/EFA raises funds for AIDS-related causes and other critical illnesses across the United States. Since 1988, BC/EFA has raised more than $195 million dollars for critically needed services for people with AIDS and other serious illnesses. BC/EFA is the major supporter of seven programs at The Actors’ Fund - including the HIV/AIDS Initiative, the Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative, the Al Hirschfeld Free Health Clinic, The Dancers’ Resource and two supportive housing residences. BC/EFA also awards grants to more than 400 AIDS and family service organizations nationwide.www.broadwaycares.org

FRIENDS IN DEED

Support Friends In Deed through the purchase of tickets to RENT on Givenik.com. 5% of your ticket purchase will go back to Friends In Deed when you buy tickets through this link.

About the Friends In Deed:
Founded by Mike Nichols and Cynthia O’Neal in 1991, Friends In Deed -- The Crisis Center for Life-Threatening Illness -- has helped transform thousands of lives through a wide array of programs and services. It provides emotional and spiritual support for anyone diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening physical illnesses, caregivers of those who are ill, and anyone dealing with grief. Friends In Deed is the inspiration for the "Life Support" scene in the award-winning musical RENT. While writing the show, Jonathan Larson volunteered at Friends In Deed and attended meetings in support of his friends living with HIV/AIDS. ALL SERVICES ARE FREE OF CHARGE.www.friendsindeed.org

JONATHAN LARSON® GRANTS

Support the Jonathan Larson Grants and the American Theatre Wing through the purchase of tickets to RENT on Givenik.com. 5% of your ticket purchase will go back to the American Theatre Wing when you buy tickets through this link.

About The Jonathan Larson Grants:
Jonathan Larson's dream was to infuse musical theatre with a contemporary, joyful, urban vitality. Although he did not live to see it happen, his dream was achieved through the phenomenal success of his musical RENT. The Jonathan Larson Grants were created with the understanding that without the grants that supplemented Jonathan's meager income, Jonathan might never have written Rent. The grants program was established 14 years ago as a place for individual creative theatre artists to turn to for financial support and encouragement. Initially given by the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation, these grants have recognized and supported more than eighty composers, lyricists, and librettists at the start of their careers. The Jonathan Larson Grants honor the talented creator of RENT and ensure that his spirit continues to inspire the future of American musical theatre. www.americantheatrewing.org/larsongrants

GIVENIK

Givenik.com is the only place on the web where you can get Broadway and Off-Broadway tickets and 5% is donated to your favorite charity.

Over 450 non-profits are part of Givenik.com, with more growing each day, including Broadway Impact, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Barks, Human Rights Campaign, God's Love We Deliver, Dress For Success Worldwide, Seeds of Peace, Maddie's Corner, North Shore Animal League, and many more!

Learn more at www.givenik.com.

FINAL RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY

2011-12-24T09:27:00.000-05:00

"Christmas bells are ringing... somewhere else. Not here."

For today's final giveaway, the grand prize package consists of:

four (4) tickets to the Off-Broadway production of RENT at New World Stages;
a personalized and signed copy of the cast holiday photo (see above);
a Givenik Piggy Bank (Pignik) signed by the cast of RENT;
and a Givenik pig keychain!

We have hidden a special holiday icon (hint: see above) on www.siteforrent.com. Look closely... it could be anywhere on the website! Find the icon and click it to enter the final giveaway!

IT'S THE BEST DEAL EVER: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: For tickets to RENT, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNHDFAN1. For tickets to AVENUE Q, click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code AQFANHD1.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNHDFAN1 for tickets to RENT or code AQFANHD1 for tickets to AVENUE Q.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this e-mail to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Terms & conditions: Offer valid for select performances from January 2, 2012 to March 18, 2012. Offer not valid for Saturday evening performances, January 14-15, 2012, and February 18-19, 2012. Other blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $69.50 - $89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Schedule and cast subject to change. Offer subject to availability. Normal service charges apply to online and phone orders. No exchanges or refunds. All sales are final. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not valid for prior purchases. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer expires December 31, 2011 but may be revoked at any time.

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #10

2011-12-23T10:00:00.001-05:00

Happy Friday! Only two days until Christmas!! It's our next-to-last RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway! One lucky fan will receive a RENT Diva T-shirt autographed by our Maureen, Annaleigh Ashford!

To enter today's giveaway, you must correctly answer this trivia question: When Annaleigh Ashford performed at "Broadway in Bryant Park" in August, what did she say was her charity of choice? (Hint: Visit Givenik.com's YouTube Channel for the answer!)

E-mail sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "This Diva Needs Her Stage." In the body of the e-mail, write your answer to the trivia question and please include your first & last name and city of residence.

Entries must be received by 11:59 PM EST, Friday, December 23, 2011. Limit one entry per person.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #9

2011-12-21T21:36:00.000-05:00

It's our ninth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway! Today's prize is an autographed RENT poster! To enter the giveaway, visit RENT's Twitter profile.

IT'S THE BEST DEAL EVER: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #8

2011-12-21T10:00:00.000-05:00

Who wants to win a RENT hoodie?! It's today's prize for our RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway!

HOW TO ENTER TODAY'S RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY:
1. If you're not already, become a fan of RENT on Facebook by clicking the "Like" button.
2. Share the link to this page (RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #8) on your own Facebook profile.
3. Take a screenshot of your Facebook profile that shows you shared this link.
4. Send an e-mail to sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "I Want a RENT Hoodie" and attach your screenshot. In the body of the e-mail, please include your first and last name and city of residence.

Entries are due by 11:59 PM EST, Wednesday, December 21, 2011. One winner will be selected at random and contacted via e-mail on Thursday, December 22, 2011.

IT'S THE BEST DEAL EVER: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! OFFER ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #7

2011-12-20T10:31:00.000-05:00

RENT fans, it's our seventh Countdown to Christmas giveaway! Today's prize is an autographed RENT Playbill! To enter this giveaway, e-mail sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "Christmas Bells Are Ringing!" In the body of the e-mail, please include your first & last name and city of residence. Must enter by 11:59 PM EST, Tuesday, December 20, 2011. Limit one entry per person.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #6

2011-12-19T10:56:00.000-05:00

Happy Monday, RENT fans! It's our sixth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway! Today, we are giving away a RENT baseball cap. To enter to win, visit twitter.com/rentoffbroadway and follow the instructions on the profile no later than 11:59 PM EST, December 19, 2011.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR DECEMBER 2011

2011-12-18T13:51:00.001-05:00

The company of RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

Christmas bells are ringing! Happy Holidays, RENT fans! Please note the following changes for the remainder of December 2011 as well as New Year's Day:

Sunday, December 18 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM
Monday, December 19 at 8 PM
Added performance Tuesday, December 20 at 8 PM
Added performance Wednesday, December 21 at 2 PM
Wednesday, December 21 at 8 PM
Thursday, December 22 at 8 PM
Friday, December 23 at 8 PM
Saturday, December 24 at 2 PM
No performance Saturday, December 24 at 8 PM
No performances Sunday, December 25 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM
Added performance Monday, December 26 at 2 PM
Monday, December 26 at 8 PM
Added performance Tuesday, December 27 at 8 PM
Added performance Wednesday, December 28 at 2 PM
Wednesday, December 28 at 8 PM
Thursday, December 29 at 8 PM
Added performance Friday, December 30 at 2 PM
Friday, December 30 at 8 PM
No performances Saturday, December 31 at 2 PM and 8 PM
No performance Sunday, January 1 at 2 PM
Sunday, January 1 at 7:30 PM

Click here to buy tickets online. For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #5

2011-12-18T09:00:00.000-05:00

Viva La Vie Bohème! Just one week to go until Christmas! Today is our fifth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway, and one lucky fan will receive a RENT La Vie Bohème logo T-shirt! To enter today's giveaway, click here and RSVP that you're "going" to "RENT Countdown to Christmas"! (If you have already done so, you are automatically entered into this drawing!)

Be sure to invite your friends to this Facebook event, as we count down the days to Christmas, continue the daily giveaways, and reveal our grand prize on Christmas Eve!

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT PERFORMS ON CBS' THE EARLY SHOW

2011-12-17T11:30:00.000-05:00

The Off-Broadway cast of RENT performed on CBS' "The Early Show" on Saturday, December 17, 2011. Click on the video players below to watch their appearance!

"Rent"

Interview featuring Matt Shingledecker (Roger) and Adam Chanler-Berat (Mark)

"Seasons of Love" featuring soloists Tamika Sonja Lawrence and Marcus Paul James

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #4

2011-12-16T23:50:00.000-05:00

No day but today. It is our fourth RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway! You could win a signed copy of RENT: The Complete Book and Lyrics of the Broadway Musical, the authorized libretto by Jonathan Larson. To enter this giveaway, e-mail sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "We won't be back before it's Christmas Day!" In the body of the e-mail, please include your first & last name and city of residence. Must enter by 11:59 PM EST, Saturday, December 17, 2011. Limit one entry per person.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #3

2011-12-15T23:04:00.000-05:00

Happy Friday, RENT fans! It's our third RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway!

Parched? Today's prize is a RENT canteen! To enter this giveaway, visit RENT's Facebook fan page and follow the instructions on the wall.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS GIVEAWAY #2

2011-12-15T11:36:00.001-05:00

Today is the second RENT Countdown to Christmas giveaway. Today's prize is a set of 2 RENT mugs! To enter the giveaway, visit RENT's Twitter profile.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR SPECIAL HOLIDAY SALE: $40 TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q! THIS SALE ENDS DECEMBER 31, 2011.

Click here to take advantage of this great offer!

No purchase necessary to enter or win the Countdown to Christmas giveaway.

For more information about the Off-Broadway production of RENT, visit www.siteforrent.com.

JOIN THE RENT COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS!

2011-12-14T13:36:00.000-05:00

Christmas bells are ringing! Join the RENT Countdown to Christmas and you could receive holiday prizes from the show! Keep an eye on Facebook today for the first Countdown to Christmas giveaway!

EXCLUSIVE HOLIDAY PRE-SALE: $40* TICKETS TO RENT AND AVENUE Q

2011-11-30T12:20:00.001-05:00

Before the general public hears about it, you – our most loyal fans of RENT – have an EXCLUSIVE PRE-SALE to the best deal ever: $40* tickets to the best musicals in NYC: RENT and AVENUE Q! Now is the time to get great gifts and stocking stuffers for all your family and friends at an affordable price, or treat yourself to another visit to your favorite shows!

RENT HOLIDAY SCHEDULE CHANGE: WEEK OF NOVEMBER 21

2011-11-19T11:00:00.001-05:00

The company of RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

Happy Thanksgiving, RENT fans! Please note the following changes for the week of November 21, 2011:

Monday, November 21 at 8 PM
Added performance Tuesday, November 22 at 8 PM
Added performance Wednesday, November 23 at 2 PM
Wednesday, November 23 at 8 PM
No performance Thursday, November 24 at 8 PM
Added performance Friday, November 25 at 2 PM
Friday, November 25 at 8 PM
Saturday, November 26 at 2 PM and 8 PM
No performances Sunday, November 27 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM

Click here to buy tickets online. For the complete 2011 holiday schedule, visit www.siteforrent.com.

REGIS, THANK YOU FOR THE LOVE

2011-11-18T18:13:00.002-05:00

On November 18, 2011, the Off-Broadway cast of RENT paid a special, surprise tribute to Regis Philbin on his final show as co-host of "Live! with Regis and Kelly."

The cast of RENT in rehearsal

Annaleigh Ashford (Maureen) and Corbin Reid (Joanne) get ready backstage

The cast celebrates Regis Philbin's final show

RENT is playing at New World Stages (340 W. 50th Street) in New York City. Visit www.siteforrent.com for more information.

FROM OUR OFFICIAL RENT BLOGGER: WHY DO YOU LOVE RENT?

2011-11-17T12:49:00.001-05:00

During the summer of 2010, I was lucky enough to be cast as Roger in a production of RENT. Unbeknownst to me, I was about to embark on a journey that would solidify my love for RENT, and its ability to create beautiful friendships and relationships with its amazing message. It turned out to be one of the best summers of my life.

I've always liked RENT, but that magical summer was what did me in. The power of being in the show itself is like nothing I've ever experienced. I developed some amazing friendships with the cast and crew, and even met my current girlfriend – a fellow cast member. I cried like a baby when we closed. Before that I had NEVER cried closing a show, nor have I done since.

Since then, I've been trying to recapture the electricity I experienced during that production. ("How could a night so frozen be so scalding hot?") I recently suggested we throw a fundraiser where we would perform a concert version of the show. Our cast would reunite for a few nights to raise money for our community theater.

After sharing my ideas with the cast, a former member told me that she thought I was obsessing over RENT. She called me crazy for loving RENT as much as I did, and for trying to relive the magic of the original production we had created together.

At first I felt embarrassed. Maybe I was taking this RENT thing a bit too far. It's JUST a show, right?

In thinking some more, I've realized no, it's not just a show. RENT is a medium. It's a medium through which connections, relationships, and memories can be made. I love it more than just its story or its songs – I love RENT for its overarching message of love, friendship and acceptance, and for its ability to evoke such strong emotions, in both its performers and audience members alike.

For me, it's like a photo album that rekindles old feelings. Some of my fondest memories are associated with RENT, and the life-changing experience I had performing it.

Everyone is passionate about the good memories in their life. I'm curious to hear about the memories you associate with RENT. Why do you think you love this show? Is it greater than the sum of its parts? Sound off in the comments section.

Oh, and in case you wanted to know what I looked like as Roger, here are a few pictures…

THE 2011 RENT HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EXTRAVAGANZA SPECTACULAR!

2011-11-14T11:18:00.000-05:00

On Monday, December 5th, the cast of the current Off-Broadway production of RENT will present their “2011 RENT HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EXTRAVAGANZA SPECTACULAR.” A benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, the event will take place at New World Stages at 11 PM. The cast invites you to “come enjoy an evening of holly jolly follies and magical musical mayhem, as the cast presents a classic holiday pageant!” Members of the cast will perform seasonal favorites such as “White Christmas” and “The Dreydl Song”, as well as comedy sketches and scenes from classic holiday movies. All proceeds will go directly to BC/EFA.

Advance tickets are $15.00, with tickets available at the door for $20.00. A special VIP ticket package is available for $50.00, which includes reserved seating, drink service at your table and a RENT Playbill signed by the entire company. To reserve tickets in advance, email RSVP@newworldstages.com. Visit www.siteforrent.com for more information.

The current cast of RENT includes Annaleigh Ashford, Margot Bingham, Adam Chanler-Berat, Nicholas Christopher, Arianda Fernandez, Marcus Paul James, Tamika Sonja Lawrence, Corbin Reid, MJ Rodriguez, Matt Shingledecker, Ephraim Sykes, Ben Thompson, Michael Wartella, Morgan Weed, Sean Michael Murray, Xavier Cano, and Genny Lis Padilla.

ACTUAL REALITY - ACT UP - FIGHT AIDS

2011-11-02T08:34:00.000-04:00

The Company of RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

DONATE TO BROADWAY CARES
The Off-Broadway company of RENT is currently raising money for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. For those fans who are attending RENT at New World Stages through December 4, 2011, autographed Playbills and posters are available with a donation to Broadway Cares.

If you cannot attend in person, please consider an online donation through RENT’s fundraising page on broadwaycares.org. What we do together truly makes a difference!

GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN
Carols for a Cure 13 is now available for purchase and features the cast and band of RENT performing “Go Tell It on the Mountain.”

Click here to purchase the 2-CD set of Carols for a Cure today.

RENT HOLIDAY SCHEDULE CHANGE: WEEK OF OCTOBER 31

2011-10-24T13:04:00.000-04:00

The company of RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

RENT fans, there will be no performance at New World Stages on Monday, October 31. Have a Happy Halloween – it's Angel's favorite holiday!

A special 2 PM matinee performance of RENT will take place on Wednesday, November 2, 2011! Click here for tickets!

For the complete 2011 holiday schedule, visit www.siteforrent.com.

TODAY 4 U TICKET OFFER AND GIVEAWAY

2011-10-03T10:20:00.021-04:00

$40 TICKETS

4 WEEKS ONLY

Starting today (Tuesday, October 3), see RENT at New World Stages for just $40! To get tickets at this special price, visit the box office at New World Stages the day you want to see the show and mention the “TODAY 4 U ticket offer to RENT”, or show a print-out/mobile screen of this page. This special offer is ONLY available at the box office the day of the show. Cash only. First come, first served. Offer ends Sunday, October 30, 2011.

Help spread the word about this TODAY 4 U ticket offer to RENT, and you could WIN prizes from the show!

Photo by Joan Marcus.

PRIZE GIVEAWAY DETAILS:
One instant winner will receive a RENT Playbill autographed by the current Off-Broadway cast.
• WINNER: Madelyn D.

Two winners (selected by random draw) will receive a pair of tickets to RENT at New World Stages and an autographed RENT Playbill.
• WINNER #1: Aileen R.
• WINNER #2: Sarah L.

One grand prize winner (selected by random draw from all entries) will receive a 4-pack of tickets to RENT at New World Stages and an autographed RENT poster!
• WINNER: Cristina S.

HOW TO ENTER THE TODAY 4 U GIVEAWAY:
1. If you're not already, become a fan of RENT on Facebook.
2. Share the TODAY 4 U TICKET OFFER AND GIVEAWAY link on your own Facebook profile.
3. Take a screenshot of your Facebook profile that shows you shared this link.
4. Send an e-mail to sweepstakes@siteforrent.com with the subject line: "TODAY 4 U.” and attach your screenshot. In the body of the e-mail, please include your first and last name and city of residence. Winners will be contacted by e-mail.
5. Want multiple chances to win? If your screenshot for the entry period of each drawing shows that your Facebook friends shared the link you posted, you will get bonus entries for each share! HINT: You may want to wait until Sunday night to enter each of the three drawings!

No purchase necessary to enter or win the TODAY 4 U giveaway. Must be a legal resident of the U.S. or Canada (excluding the province of Quebec) to win. Transportation and lodging in New York City are the sole responsibility of the first place and grand prize winners. Limit one e-mail entry per drawing period. If, for any reason, multiple entries are submitted during the same entry period, only the first e-mail will be counted as an entry for that entry period. Odds of winning depend on the number of entries received.

NEW BLOCK OF RENT TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

2011-09-09T18:16:00.001-04:00

Adam Chanler-Berat as "Mark" and the company of RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

Tickets to RENT at New World Stages are now on sale for performances through May 27, 2012! For more information, click on the "Ticket Information" link at the top of this page, or visit www.siteforrent.com.

OFFICIAL RENT BLOGGER INTERVIEWS ANDY SEÑOR JR.

2011-09-02T11:07:00.001-04:00

Hello folks!

First of all, I hope all my fellow RENTheads living along the East Coast are safe and sound following Hurricane Irene. I realize this weekend was pretty scary for a lot of people, so I hope this blog post finds you well.

In decidedly happier news, I had the chance to shoot off some questions at Andy Señor Jr., former Angel and Michael Greif’s assistant for the new production. He had a lot of interesting things to say about the show's new life at New World Stages in New York City...

Andy Señor Jr.

PAUL: You played in RENT on Broadway at the Nederlander, and now you're involved on the technical side of things in this Off-Broadway revival. One, what made you return to the show? And two, which do you like better: on-stage, or backstage?

ANDY: After being in RENT for so many years with five different companies I'm thrilled to be part of the creative team assisting Michael Greif. I have always wanted to direct as part of the future vision I had for myself. When the opportunity came along I really felt so lucky. It’s a very easy transition to begin this journey with a show and team I know so well. It felt like a perfect fit. Onstage or offstage, I think many people who have worked on this show in any capacity can say that it is very special experience. I love being able to watch the actors discover the show for the first time as I once did. It's a beautiful thing!

PAUL: With the announcement of this revival, my (and many other RENTheads') initial reaction was "Already!?" What were your thoughts on the announcement of a revival, and did you feel it was too soon?

ANDY: It's never too soon for RENT. People want to see this show. People love it.

PAUL: We're seeing a common thread throughout this production. We have the return of Michael Greif to the director's seat, Jeffrey Seller, Kevin McCollum and Allan Gordon producing again, Angela Wendt doing costumes, etc. What do you think of the "If it ain't broke don't fix it" mentality?

ANDY: I don’t think anything is being fixed, but rather explored. I think it’s great that we get to return and see the show again from a different perspective. We get to listen with fresh ears and eyes and go on a journey as if for the first time.

PAUL: Though we do see a lot of familiar faces during this revival, as you've mentioned, this is very much a new staging, and a new production. What are some of the new aspects of the show that excite you the most?

MJ Rodriguez as Angel.
Photo by Joan Marcus.

ANDY: Being a former Angel, I LOVE MJ's Angel in this production. I love the costume and the interpretation. I think it's spot on. On a minor detail...I love all the candles flickering throughout the show. It feels like one big memorial. It's also exciting to get to see the show! I've always been onstage!

PAUL: RENT obviously takes place in a much different New York than the one we see today. How do you bring RENT to a new generation and still make it relevant?

ANDY: How? You just do. The show is written with so much truth and love...two things that can never be outdated.

PAUL: I've talked with Drew Hodges and Jeffrey Seller, and they are both fans of I'll Cover You and the Reprise, and they both have a particular fondness for Collins. So, I must ask, what is Andy Señor Jr.'s favorite character/song, and why?

ANDY: I love Roger. I love his willingness to continue to want to create something lasting and impacting despite the circumstances he faces. It takes something to still be willing to pick up a guitar and write a song. There must be an undercurrent of hope and life still inside. I think that’s beautiful. That’s what I love about the show. I feel that all the characters do this.

PAUL: And for favorite song?

ANDY: I love Without You. Why? Because it's humanity never fails to move me.

I want to give a big Thank You to Andy for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk with me. And for you reading, be sure to keep checking back here for more great interviews with the cast and creative team!

Paul

Click here to view Andy's photos of the RENT cast in rehearsal. (You must log in to Facebook to see these photos.)

Follow Andy on Twitter: @andysenorjr

RENT IS BACK HOME

2011-08-29T13:43:00.000-04:00

Enter to win a pair of tickets to RENT at New World Stages! Visit www.facebook.com/everythingisrent for details.

Now through September 4, 2011, buy tickets to RENT and save! Click here to take advantage of this special offer.

RENT PERFORMANCES CANCELED AUGUST 27 AND 28, 2011

2011-08-26T18:28:00.001-04:00

RENT has canceled the Saturday, August 27th and Sunday, August 28th performances at New World Stages due to expected extreme weather, and the related shutdown of New York City transit. Please contact your point of purchase to exchange your tickets for another date.

THE JOURNEY BEGINS FOR YOUR OFFICIAL RENT BLOGGER

2011-08-11T09:04:00.005-04:00

I woke up around 5:00 am E.S.T. after a night of barely any sleep. I grabbed my luggage and suits and threw them into my car. After passing an accident that involved a big rig and a moose, I met up with my friend, Katie and we were on our way. Yes, I was going from one of the most rural towns in America to NYC, the urban/artistic center of the world. Fish out of water? You could say that.

We arrived at the beautiful Roger Smith Hotel prior to our room being ready, but a meeting with Drew Hodges at 3pm meant I needed to be ready now. So imagine, if you will, two hicks from Maine changing out of their travel clothes and trying to quickly put on a decidedly nicer attire in the bathroom of a fancy hotel in NYC. Oh the things I'll do for you, RENT.

We burst out of the front doors of the hotel, looking as nice as one could look by Maine standards, and I took the first steps on my journey as your RENT blogger.

The next day, I stood inside New World Stages with excitement pumping through my veins. I grabbed my camera and began interviewing people outside the theater. (This video would've been posted, had the audio not been messed up.) I met Kristy and Terry from New Brunswick, and three people who had just met through their love of the show. (One guy was from Ireland.) Before I could find someone else to barrage with questions, the doors swung open and the crowd, including me, made their way into the theater.

The stage for the RENT revival is very reminiscent of its predecessor, but gone is the monument of steel that sat proudly on Stage Left. The set is dark and intricate; a mass of scaffolding spreads out and hugs the entirety of the stage. It works. Roger strolls onto stage with his guitar in hand, just like he always did, and the show begins… on Christmas Eve.

RENT is very much the same show. The new musical arrangements will be hard for even the RENTiest of RENTheads to put their finger on… Which is a good thing. The occasional changed or dropped lyric will jar your attention, but that's because we've all listened to the old arrangements thousands of times. A RENT virgin will have no clue that anything was changed. And when you think about the changes critically, you can understand why they were made.

The costumes are new, but recall the same aesthetic feel as the originals. Mark's glasses and sweater have been turned in for a beanie and a plaid shirt; the latter of which recalls Mark's old jacket. Angel's costumes are the most drastically changed. The Santa outfit has been replaced with a costume that makes him look more like a tree ornament, and his Pussy Galore has never looked better. I could go on and on about all the changes, but I don't want to ruin them for anyone.

Jonathan Larson wrote RENT as an ode to his friends living in NYC, some struggling with AIDS. So, the attention grabber of the night was the characterization of Mark… He. Was. Jon. Look up videos of Jon playing his piano on YouTube. Those mannerisms and charismatic qualities were all funneled into our narrator. I applaud the direction, but also the fantastic work done by Adam Chanler-Berat. It was the most wonderful and beautifully poetic thing I took away from this show. It just seemed right.

In my opinion everything about the RENT revival seems right. The cast, the costumes, the set, the sound, the lighting, the direction… EVERYTHING is spot on. Michael Greif said that with so little time between RENT's run at NYTW and its move to Broadway, things that he wanted to update and improve in the show were impossible due to the time constraints. RENT on Broadway was very much the same show it was at NYTW.

But now, it seems with RENT returning to its roots, that this is the best way to see it. Its own sentimentality and newly injected energy sends it over the top. I was sad to think of RENT no longer being what I knew it to be when I saw it those years ago, but that chapter is over. It lives on in our memories, and in our DVD collections.

RENT's new life is something I'm very excited for, and you should be too. RENT opens today. If you are reading this, you NEED to experience it. I promise you won't regret it.

Paul

www.siteforrent.com

OPENING NIGHT LOTTERY

2011-08-10T12:12:00.000-04:00

The company of RENT. Photo by Joan Marcus.

RENT officially opens at New World Stages on Thursday, August 11, at 7 PM! The lottery for opening night will take place 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Names will be drawn at 5:30 PM.

Lottery Details:
RENT will sell 16 seats via a lottery for each performance at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street). The tickets will be $25, cash only. All tickets include a $1.50 facility fee.

Names will be collected in front of the Box Office (outside on 50th Street) from the beginning of the lottery until drawing time. Limit one (1) entry per person, each person may win up to two (2) tickets. Must be present at the time of the drawing to win. Must present valid photo ID to purchase tickets.

Click here for the lottery schedule for regular performances.

OFFICIAL RENT BLOGGER INTERVIEWS DREW HODGES

2011-08-01T15:07:00.000-04:00

Official Blogger, Paul, recently sat down with Drew Hodges, Founder and CEO of SpotCo, RENT's advertising agency. Check out Paul's interview with Drew now!

For tickets and information about RENT at New World Stages, visit www.siteforrent.com.

OFFICIAL RENT BLOGGER INTERVIEWS PRODUCER JEFFREY SELLER

2011-07-28T11:15:00.001-04:00

Official Blogger, Paul, recently sat down with Jeffrey Seller to talk about the new Off-Broadway production of RENT, now playing at New World Stages. Watch Paul's interview with Jeffrey to find out more about why RENT is back in New York City and which song from RENT is Jeffrey's favorite!

Look out for more interviews soon! For tickets and information about RENT, please visit www.siteforrent.com.

A WORD FROM YOUR OFFICIAL RENT BLOGGER

2011-07-25T13:29:00.000-04:00

In short, I'm an acting, singing, guitar playing, theater guy, who has green eyes, straight teeth, and bites his finger-nails. I discovered RENT in January of 2005. I was given tickets to a touring cast for Christmas by my dad's then-girlfriend's mom. (Get all of that?) I went into the theater not knowing anything about the show or the music. I was going to be a blank canvas for RENT to make an impression on.

I sat quietly in my seat as the play unfolded before me. After the last note rang out, and the house lights came up I stood with the rest of the audience for the standing ovation, but, I had made my decision... I didn't like it.

You're probably thinking, "WHAT!? -- How can this CLOWN be MY official RENT Blogger?"

Well, I'll tell you. It just so happens that during intermission I was still undecided about the show, so, using some leftover Christmas cash, I bought the cast recording.

I listened to that 2-CD set (that I'm sure you probably own) occasionally, but I never really heard it, or listened to its message. I never really gave RENT my full attention until my great grandmother died 2 months later.

"Great Nana" was a wonderfully kind and loving woman. (One of those "living saint" types.) We were very close, and her sudden death took a huge toll on me. She was the first person to die that I was very close to, and it was her death that opened my eyes and ears to RENT's message.

The songs took on a whole new life and meaning. "Measure your life in love." "No Day But Today." "Forget Regret." Every word resounded within me now, and Jonathan Larson's music elevated my spirits and helped me through one of the hardest times of my life. I've been a RENThead ever since.

I'm not a RENThead because of the number of times I've seen the show. (My count is at four: two touring casts, and twice in NYC.)

I'm not a RENThead because I own the movie, or any other amount of merchandise. (A keychain, a button, and a T-shirt.)

I'm not even a RENThead because I know all the lyrics to the songs.

I'm a RENThead, because like you, RENT has touched me in a very special way. I believe in RENT's fundamental message, and it makes me a better person. That's why, if you're reading this, you're a RENThead too.

Welcome to our brand new site for this exciting new production of RENT in New York City. I'm so happy to be your Official Blogger, and I can't wait to share my love of RENT with you. (And vice versa)

No Day But Today,
Paul

RENT REDUX

2011-07-22T10:56:00.002-04:00

Click here to read Dance Magazine's feature on RENT's choreographer, Larry Keigwin!

For tickets and more information about the show, visit www.siteforrent.com.

BIGGEST RENTHEAD CONTEST WINNER VISITS NYC!

2011-07-15T19:26:00.002-04:00

Paul A, winner of the "Biggest RENThead Contest" and our official blogger, came to New York City earlier this week to see the first preview performance of RENT at New World Stages and also interview members of the cast and creative team! Be sure to subscribe to this blog for Paul's entries!

Special shout-out to the Roger Smith Hotel for providing hotel accommodation for Paul during his stay.

The Roger Smith is a hub for social media in NYC. People. Art. Food. Wine. For Special Twitter rates on Rooms, click here.

Read the Roger Smith Blog: www.rogersmithlife.com

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WE BEGIN.

2011-07-14T10:16:00.001-04:00

Preview performances of RENT at New World Stages begin tonight, July 14! Visit www.siteforrent.com for tickets and more information!

RENT LOTTERY DETAILS

2011-07-12T12:56:00.001-04:00

RENT will sell 16 seats via a lottery for each performance at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street). The tickets will be $25, cash only. All tickets include a $1.50 facility fee.

Names will be collected in front of the Box Office (outside on 50th Street) from the beginning of the lottery until drawing time. Limit one (1) entry per person, each person may win up to two (2) tickets. Must be present at the time of the drawing to win. Must present valid photo ID to purchase tickets.

The lottery will take place at the below times:

Monday: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM (names drawn at 6:30 PM)
Tuesday: Dark
Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM (names drawn at 6:30 PM)
Thursday: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM (names drawn at 6:30 PM)
Friday: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM (names drawn at 6:30 PM)
Saturday: Noon – 12:30 PM (names drawn at 12:30 PM)
Saturday: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM (names drawn at 6:30 PM)
Sunday: Noon – 12:30 PM (names drawn at 12:30 PM)
Sunday: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM (names drawn at 6:00 PM)

Lottery procedure subject to change.

RENT CAST ANNOUNCED!

2011-06-08T14:07:00.007-04:00

PERFORMANCES BEGIN THURSDAY, JULY 14
OPENING SET FOR THURSDAY, AUGUST 11
AT NEW WORLD STAGES
The producers of Rent have announced the cast for the upcoming off-Broadway production that begins previews Thursday, July 14, and opens Thursday, August 11 at New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street, Between Eighth and Ninth Avenues.

The cast of Rent is Annaleigh Ashford (Maureen Johnson), Margot Bingham (Alexi Darling, Roger’s Mom, and others), Adam Chanler-Berat (Mark Cohen), Nicholas Christopher (Tom Collins), Arianda Fernandez (Mimi Marquez), Marcus Paul James (Mr. Jefferson, Paul, and others), Tamika Sonja Lawrence (Mrs. Jefferson, woman with bags), Corbin Reid (Joanne Jefferson), Michael Rodriguez (Angel Schunard), Matt Shingledecker (Roger Davis), Ephraim Sykes (Benjamin Coffin III), Ben Thompson (Christmas caroler, Mr. Grey, The Man, and others), Michael Wartella (Steve, Gordon, Waiter, and others), and Morgan Weed (Mark’s Mom and others). Also in the company is Sean Michael Murray, Xavier Cano, and Genny Padilla.

Rent, written by Jonathan Larson, will be directed by Michael Greif who directed the show’s original off-Broadway and Broadway productions. The creative team will include choreographer Larry Keigwin; music supervisor Tim Weil; set designer Mark Wendland; costume designer Angela Wendt; lighting designer Kevin Adams; sound designer Brian Ronan, projection designer by Peter Nigrini.

Rent will perform Mondays and Wednesday through Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 7:30pm, with Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2pm, at New World Stages, 340 West 50 Street, between Eighth and Ninth Avenues. Preview prices $65- $85; prices after August 12 are $69.50 - $89.50. Tickets may be purchased by visiting siteforrent.com or telecharge.com; by phoning 212-947-8844; or by going to the New World Stages box office, 340 West 50 Street. For box office hours visit newworldstages.com/boxoffice.html.

For more information about Rent, visit www.siteforrent.com.

SPECIAL TICKET OFFER FOR RENT FANS

2011-05-24T13:25:00.000-04:00

Extended! For all you RENTheads that couldn't take advantage of our special offer for tickets for the preview period of RENT at New World Stages, here is a special offer on tickets for performances now through October 2, 2011!

$79.50 for orchestra and front mezzanine seats
$62.50 for rear orchestra and rear mezzanine seats
THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY:

1. ONLINE: Simply click here or visit BroadwayOffers.com and enter code RNPITBULL5.

2. BY PHONE: Call 212-947-8844 and mention code RNPITBULL5.

3. IN PERSON: Bring a print-out of this e-mail to the New World Stages Box Office, 340 W. 50th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, in New York City. Click here for box office hours.

*Offer valid for performances through 10/2/11. Tickets must be purchased by 9/4/11. Not valid for 8/11/11 or Saturday evening performances. Additional blackout dates may apply. Regular prices $65-$89.50. All prices include a $1.50 facility fee. Normal service charges apply to phone and Internet orders. Limit of 10 tickets per order. Offer subject to availability and prior sale. All sales are final — no refunds or exchanges. Offer is subject to change and may be revoked or modified at any time.

ENTER THE BIGGEST RENTHEAD CONTEST BY MAY 19!

2011-05-16T16:32:00.002-04:00

Calling all true RENTheads! Do you love RENT more than all others? Is your knowledge of RENT’s history, cast, and storyline superior to that of everyone you know? Have you memorized all the lyrics to “La Vie Boheme”? Now is the time to put that knowledge to good use!

We are looking for the Biggest RENThead out there to be our Official Blogger. The winner of the Biggest RENThead Contest will be given unprecedented access to the new production of RENT, including meeting and interviewing the cast, attending rehearsals, and much more! Our Biggest RENThead will then blog on www.siteforrent.com, sharing their insider knowledge and experiences with fans all over the world. Click here for details on how to enter!

Contest entries must be received no later than 11:59 PM Eastern Daylight Time on May 19, 2011.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE "MAKE RENT YOURS" VIDEO CONTEST WINNER!

2011-05-06T10:38:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Alex F, winner of the "MAKE RENT YOURS" video contest! Alex's video will be featured on RENT's official website: www.siteforrent.com. Click on the video player to watch the winning entry!

Thanks to all who participated in “MAKE RENT YOURS” – visit www.youtube.com/everythingisrent for more of YOUR videos!

RENT BOX OFFICE OPENS FRIDAY, MAY 6

2011-05-04T19:57:00.000-04:00

The box office for the off-Broadway revival of the landmark musical RENT will open Friday, May 6, at 1 PM at New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street, between Eighth and Ninth Avenues. The first 100 people in line at the box office will receive an exclusive RENT gift pack.

RENT, written by Jonathan Larson, will be directed by Michael Greif who directed the show's original off-Broadway and Broadway productions. The creative team will include choreographer Larry Keigwin; music supervisor Tim Weil; set designer Mark Wendland; costume designer Angela Wendt; lighting designer Kevin Adams; and sound designer Brian Ronan; projection designer Peter Nigrini. Previews begin Thursday, July 14 for a Thursday, August 11 opening. Casting is currently underway for the production and will be announced in early June.

RENT will play Monday, Wednesday through Saturday at 8pm, Sunday at 7:30pm, with Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2pm, at New World Stages, 340 West 50 Street, between Eighth and Ninth Avenues. Tickets for preview performances are $65 - $85; prices for post opening performances are $69.50 - $89.50. Tickets may be purchased by visiting siteforrent.com or telecharge.com; by phoning 212-947-8844; or by going to the New World Stages box office, 340 West 50 Street. For box office hours visit newworldstages.com/boxoffice.html. For more information about RENT, visit siteforrent.com.

2011 RENT ONLINE AUDITION WINNER AUDITIONS FOR TELSEY + CO!

2011-04-13T10:14:00.001-04:00

Congratulations once again to RENT's 2011 online audition contest winner, Jessie Hooker, from Pennsylvania! Jessie's rendition of "Take Me or Leave Me" received 12,945 votes! Earlier this week, Jessie flew to New York City, officially auditioned with Telsey + Co, and stayed at The Paramount Hotel.

Throughout its eight decades in existence, the Paramount Hotel has gained notoriety for infamous celebrity guests, fabulous designers and eccentric owners. Built in 1928, famed theater architect Thomas W. Lamb designed the Paramount Hotel, employing dramatic French Renaissance details to reflect the bustling energy of Broadway.

The Paramount Hotel is located at 235 West 46th street. For more information, please call (212) 764-5500 or visit www.nycparamount.com.

Click here to watch Jessie's online audition on YouTube!

“MAKE RENT YOURS” VIDEO CONTEST

2011-03-31T11:34:00.002-04:00

Calling all aspiring filmmakers, animators, and artists! Over 15,000 people have seen the “RENT RETURNS” announcement video on YouTube. Now it’s YOUR turn to create a teaser video of your own for RENT! The winning video entry will be posted on the NEW full website for http://www.siteforrent.com/ launching in late April!

HOW TO ENTER:

Create a 30-second video featuring RENT’s iconic logo and music from the show. Get creative, be original, and truly make RENT yours.

NOTE: You must incorporate the 2011 RENT logo in your video, which is available for download by clicking here.

Then, upload your video to http://www.youtube.com/ and submit the URL to our posting page starting Monday, April 4, 2011 and no later than the deadline of 11:59 PM Eastern on Sunday, April 10, 2011.

Be sure to name your YouTube video: MAKE RENT YOURS
Remember – your video must be 30 seconds or less – no exceptions allowed!

As long as your video satisfies our contest requirements, your video will be featured in a playlist on RENT’s official YouTube Channel along with all other qualified video entries.

Click here to read the official rules and regulations.

CONGRATULATIONS TO RENT'S 2011 ONLINE AUDITION WINNER!

2011-03-29T17:10:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to RENT's 2011 online audition contest winner, Jessie Hooker, from Pennsylvania! Jessie's rendition of "Take Me or Leave Me" received 12,945 votes! Jessie will be flown to New York City for an official audition with Telsey + Co.

Thanks to all entrants and all voters for participating in this contest!

REMINDER: RENT OPEN AUDITIONS IN LOS ANGELES

2011-03-29T16:11:00.000-04:00

WANTED FOR

OPEN AUDITIONS
hip, authentic SINGERS in their 20’s
for the all-new Off-Broadway production

Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Hollywood United Methodist Church
6817 Franklin Ave.
(In the gymnasium)
Hollywood, CA 90028
* On-site parking will be available
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Sign-up starts at 12:30pm

* Equity and non-Equity performers of all ethnicities welcome *
Prepare 16 bars of contemporary rock, pop or gospel song to sing a cappella. Strictly no musical theater tunes.

Bring sheet music (in case we need to hear you with a piano) and a photo/resume stapled together (snapshots are fine).

RENT OPEN AUDITIONS AND ONLINE CONTEST

2011-02-28T10:17:00.000-05:00

WANTED FOR

OPEN AUDITIONS
hip, authentic SINGERS in their 20’s
for the all-new Off-Broadway production

Friday, March 18, 2011
New World Stages
340 W. 50th Street
New York, NY 10019
11:00am - 2:00pm
Sign-up starts at 10:00am

Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Hollywood United Methodist Church
6817 Franklin Ave.
(In the gymnasium)
Hollywood, CA 90028
* On-site parking will be available
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Sign-up starts at 12:30pm

* Equity and non-Equity performers of all ethnicities welcome *
Prepare 16 bars of contemporary rock, pop or gospel song to sing a cappella. Strictly no musical theater tunes.

Bring sheet music (in case we need to hear you with a piano) and a photo/resume stapled together (snapshots are fine).

ONLINE AUDITION CONTEST
Can't make it to the open calls in New York or Los Angeles? Follow the steps below to enter the 2011 online audition contest for the chance to audition for RENT in New York City, where it all began.

Create a digital video of you singing up to 60 seconds of your favorite song from RENT.
Upload your audition video to www.YouTube.com and submit the YouTube video URL, your name and e-mail address on RENT's online auditions page on www.siteforrent.com by the ENTRY DEADLINE of 11:59 PM EST ON MARCH 18, 2011.
From MARCH 21 – MARCH 27, 2011, VOTE for your favorite audition video.
The online audition entrant whose video receives the most number of votes will receive round-trip transportation to NYC for an official RENT audition with Telsey + Co.

Read the COMPLETE GUIDELINES for the online audition contest.
Read the OFFICIAL RULES for the online audition contest.

Click here to enter the 2011 online audition contest today!

If you are unable to attend these open calls and can't participate in the audition contest, mail your photo/resume to RENT CASTING: 311 West 43rd Street, 10th Floor, New York, New York 10036

RENT RETURNS

2011-02-25T14:28:00.001-05:00

NEW OFF-BROADWAY PRODUCTION SET FOR SUMMER 2011 AT NEW WORLD STAGES

SEARCH IS ON FOR NEW CAST

Producers Jeffrey Seller Kevin McCollum Allan S. Gordon have announced that the landmark musical RENT will open in a new, off-Broadway production on Thursday, August 11 at New World Stages, 340 West 50th Street, Between Eighth and Ninth Avenues. Previews begin Thursday, July 14.

RENT, written by Jonathan Larson, will be directed by Michael Greif who directed the show’s original off-Broadway and Broadway productions. The creative team will include choreographer Larry Keigwin; music supervisor Tim Weil; set designer Mark Wendland; costume designer Angela Wendt; lighting designer Kevin Adams; sound designer Brian Ronan; and casting director Telsey + Company.

Casting for this production begins immediately with open calls in New York on Friday, March 18, 11am – 2pm, at New World Stages, and in Los Angeles on Wednesday, March 30, 1:30pm – 4:00pm at the Hollywood United Methodist Church, 6817 Franklin Avenue. For more casting information and to enter an online auditions contest, please visit siteforrent.com.

RENT first opened February 13, 1996 at New York Theatre Workshop where it was hailed as a landmark in the history of the American musical. It transferred to Broadway’s Nederlander Theatre on April 29, 1996. The musical went on to win every major best musical award, including the Tony Award, New York Drama Critics Circle Award, Drama Desk Award, and the Outer Critics Circle Award. Additionally, RENT is one of only eight musicals to win the Pulitzer Prize for drama. In all RENT won four Tony Awards, six Drama Desk Awards, two Theatre World Awards, and Obie Awards for its creator, director, and entire cast. RENT closed at the Nederlander Theatre on Sunday, September 7, 2008, after playing 5,124 performances and 16 previews.