The bold, satirical take on Barack Obama's presidency, 44-The Musical, is making its Off-Broadway debut this fall after successful runs in Los Angeles and Chicago. The political comedy, told through music, dance, and sharp wit, begins previews at New York City's Daryl Roth Theatre on October 14, 2025, with opening night set for November 6. The limited engagement will run for eight weeks.
The musical first premiered at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Los Angeles, where it became the highest-grossing production in the venue's history. It then moved to Chicago's Studebaker Theater for a limited summer engagement from August 23 through September 21, receiving strong audience and critical response.
