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May 12, 2026
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'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' Co-Directors Bill Rauch & Zhailon Levingston | Bloomberg Businessweek
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Carol Masser
(Bloomberg Businessweek host and analyst, Bloomberg Businessweek Daily)
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Tim Stenovec
(Host, Bloomberg Businessweek Daily)
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Bill Rauch
(Guest)
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Zhailon Levingston
(Guest)
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Executive Summary
The Broadway revival 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' is a critically acclaimed reinterpretation of the classic musical, setting it within the context of modern ballroom culture.
The production successfully transitioned from an immersive off-Broadway run at the Perlman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) to a larger, traditional Broadway stage, a significant creative and financial undertaking.
The revival has received strong validation, including nine Tony nominations and enthusiastic approval from the original creator, Andrew Lloyd Webber, who praised its joy and emotional resonance.
The adaptation strategically maps the competitive, tribal, and celebratory nature of ballroom culture onto the musical's original structure, making it feel fresh and resonant for both new and old audiences.
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