"An unofficial musical parody of the wildly popular TV series is scheduled to run multiple sold-out shows on stages in Manhattan and Brooklyn this month. Around 1,200 tickets have been sold for "Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody," a production that writer Dylan MarcAurele thought he'd originally be performing in front of his friends at an open-mic night somewhere."
"The show was originally produced by Canadian streaming service, Crave, before HBO began distributing it in the United States to tens of millions of viewers. The network has said those numbers are continuing to grow. The pandemonium has spilled off the screen, too. Clubs around the country are throwing "Heated Rivalry"-themed raves while StubHub reported hockey ticket sales have increased by 40% since the show's premiere."
"He said it all started when a friend told him to check out a new TV series with star-crossed lovers who were enemies in the rink and lovers in private hotel rooms. And while the show attracted audiences with its steamy scenes, fans stayed for gut-wrenching moments of anxiety, grief and the realities of remaining closeted in the world of professional sports."
"Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody" is an unofficial stage production created by writer Dylan MarcAurele that brings the popular TV drama to life through music and theater. The show, which began as a concept for an open-mic performance, has generated significant interest with multiple sold-out performances scheduled in New York City. The original "Heated Rivalry" series, produced by Canadian streaming service Crave and distributed by HBO, follows star-crossed lovers navigating their relationship as professional hockey rivals. The show's popularity has extended beyond television, inspiring themed events nationwide and increasing hockey ticket sales by 40% since its premiere. MarcAurele, a Jonathan Larson Grant winner, wrote the book, lyrics, and music for the parody, drawing on his passion for the source material.
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