A Beautiful Noise – The Neil Diamond Musical at Saenger Theatre

The Neil Diamond Musical will be playing at 25 cities across America over the next year. You can enjoy this exciting journey at Saenger Theatre in New Orleans, Louisiana on Thursday 13th November 2025. Tickets go for as low as $67 and are selling fast, so secure yours now to see the Neil Diamond musical in your city!

The Broadway show, written by the four-time Academy Award-nominated Anthony McCarten, was directed by Robert Gaudio and the award-winning 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 for the Neil Diamond Musical. 

This magical 2 hour 15 minute tale comprises two acts. The first act ends 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 fans of Neil Diamond still remember when his 1976 album, A Beautiful Noise, first dropped. Those same fans will never forget seeing the musical of the same name LIVE as it came to New Orleans. The exciting performance fascinated audiences from the very beginning with a engaging story 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 (who played the young Neil Diamond), Mark Jacoby (present-day Diamond), and Linda Powell (The Doctor) all delivered fantastic performances from the Boston production. 

The show quickly took to the road. With a fresh new cast, including the American Idol winner, Nick Fradiani, (playing Neil Diamond). 

The Story

The story 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 navigate the trials brought by this reality throughout A Beautiful Noise. 

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

Awards & Reviews

While the Broadway show was nominated for Outstanding Production of a Musical by the Drama League Awards and Outstanding New Broadway Musical by Outer Critics Circle Awards, the actors took home the gold. Hoggett, Hurder, and LeProtto won Outstanding Ensemble in a Broadway Show by Chita Rivera Awards for choreography and dance. Other award nominations include the Drama Desk Award and Drama League Awards.

The Neil Diamond Musical is winning the hearts of fans nationwide. So, experience the never-before-seen Broadway show rendition of an amazing singer's journey toward glory and this Grammy Lifetime Achievement winner’s tale.