A Beautiful Noise – The Neil Diamond Musical at West Herr Auditorium Theatre

This amazing play will be playing at 25 cities across America over the next year. You can enjoy this exciting journey at West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, New York on Sunday 26th April 2026. Tickets go for as low as $82 and are selling fast, so secure yours in advance to see the Neil Diamond musical in your city!

The Broadway show, written by the four-time Academy Award-nominated Anthony McCarten, was produced by Robert Gaudio and the two-time Tony Award-winner Ken Davenport. With help from more than 60 years of Diamond’s music, the team produced a “musical collage” with showtunes that take on "lives of their own”, as McCarten said during an interview with The Boston Globe. 

This magnificent 2h 15m journey comprises two acts, the first ending with the beloved number Sweet Caroline, followed by a 15-minute intermission. Use this time to grab refreshments, rejoin the show for another hour of beautiful songs and engaging performances.

The Production

Many lifelong lovers of Neil Diamond still remember when his 1976 album, A Beautiful Noise, was first released. They will never forget experiencing the musical of the same name LIVE as it came to Rochester. The exciting performance entranced audiences from the very beginning with a mesmerizing Broadway show and uplifting songs. 

The musical soon ended up on NYC Broadway, running from late 2022 into early 2024 at the Broadhurst Theatre. Talents like Will Swenson (playing Neil Diamond), Mark Jacoby (present-day Diamond), and Linda Powell (The Doctor) reprised their roles from the Boston production. 

The musical quickly spread its reach. With a fresh new cast, including the American Idol winner, Nick Fradiani. Fradiani announced he would play the role of the young Neil Diamond. 

The Story

The production follows the Rock'n'Roll Hall of Famer, starting in the present day with Westenberg sitting in a therapist’s office. As Diamond, he explains how he can no longer perform like he used, as the therapist helps him cope with that realization throughout A Beautiful Noise. 

The production goes all the way back to Diamond's youth, examining his introduction to music and all the good and bad times since then, including his rise to stardom and fight with depression. But, what long-time Diamond lovers anticipate most is reliving Diamond’s catalog of songs in the Neil Diamond Musical.

Awards & Reviews

While original stage play was nominated for Outstanding Production of a Musical by the Drama League Awards and Outstanding New Broadway Musical, the performers were the real stars. Hoggett, Hurder, and LeProtto won Outstanding Ensemble in a Broadway Show for choreography and dance. Other nominations include the Drama Desk Award and Drama League Awards.

The Neil Diamond Musical is winning the hearts of fans across the country. So, experience the never-before-seen Broadway show rendition of an amazing singer's rise to fame and this award-winning professional's tale.