Presley musical gets new star
Cheyenne Jackson, who understudied the lead in “All Shook Up,” has taken over the starring role in the Broadway-bound musical that uses songs made famous by Elvis Presley. Jackson replaces Jarrod Emick, who left the show because of a contract dispute.
“All Shook Up,” which opens March 24 at Broadway’s Palace Theatre, tells the story of a mysterious, guitar-playing stranger who brings romance and rock ‘n’ roll into the life of a small-town girl, played by Jenn Gambatese. The show, with a book by Joe DiPietro, is directed by Christopher Ashley. Preview performances begin Feb. 20 after a five-week engagement in Chicago, beginning Dec. 19.
Jackson has appeared on Broadway in such musicals as “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and “Aida,” where he understudied lead roles in both shows.
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