Barack Stars - Case Study

THE SHOW: A customized revue for the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in Washington, DC focused on President Barack Obama, his cabinet and the current political environment.

THE RUN: A three week run was extended for a fourth week in 2009; Woolly Mammoth brought the show back for a special three week run in February of 2010.

THE SUCCESS: Great reviews and press in the political arena. The Second City and Woolly Mammoth have agreed to create a new show together at the end of 2010.

THE NUMBERS: 100% capacity at the venue; over $150,000.00 in tickets sold. Additionally, Barack Stars has been booked to play a number of private corporate dates in multiple cities.

LINKS:
BBC News Video Coverage
Washington Post Article
NPR's All Things Considered Radio and Article Coverage