Ben Jackson Walker, Corey Mach to join '& Juliet' Broadway cast
Walker is an original cast member now returning to the show, while Mach makes his Broadway principal debut in a role he previously played on the national tour.
Summary
- Ben Jackson Walker and Corey Mach will join the cast of & Juliet on Broadway in August
- Original Broadway cast member Walker returns to the role of Romeo from August 13
- National tour cast member Mach reprises the role of Shakespeare from August 4
Ben Jackson Walker and Corey Mach will join the cast of & Juliet on Broadway this August at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.
Walker originated the role of Romeo in the Broadway production from 2022-24, and he reprises that role starting August 13. Mach will make his Broadway principal debut in the role of Shakespeare, whom he played on & Juliet's national tour from 2024-25, starting August 4.
Current cast members Drew Gehling (Shakespeare) and Liam Pearce (Romeo) will play their final performances on August 2 and 9, respectively.
Continuing cast members include Gianna Harris as Juliet, Joey Fatone and Paulo Szot alternating as Lance throughout the summer, Chrissy Metz as Angelique (through September 13), Alison Luff as Anne, Michael Iván Carrier as May, and Nathan Levy as François.
& Juliet picks up where Shakespeare's classic tragedy leaves off — except, Juliet decides not to die and travels to Paris instead for a second shot at life after Romeo. Her story is set to 30 pop hits from the Backstreet Boys, *NSYNC, Kelly Clarkson, and more.
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Photo credit: Ben Jackson Walker and Corey Mach in & Juliet. (Photos by Matthew Murphy)
Frequently asked questions
How long is & Juliet?
The running time of & Juliet is 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 intermission.
Where is & Juliet playing?
& Juliet is playing at Stephen Sondheim Theatre. The theatre is located at 124 West 43rd Street (between Broadway and 6th Avenue), New York, 10036.
What's the age recommendation for & Juliet?
The recommended age for & Juliet is Ages 8+. Children under 4 will not be admitted into the theatre..
How do you book tickets for & Juliet?
Book tickets for & Juliet on New York Theatre Guide.
Is Shakespeare a character in & Juliet?
Shakespeare is one of the main characters in the musical. The events of the show unfold as he and his wife, Anne Hathaway, co-author a new ending for his play Romeo & Juliet in real time.
Is & Juliet based on Romeo & Juliet?
& Juliet is loosely inspired by Romeo & Juliet, but the events of the musical begin where Shakespeare's play leaves off. Multiple characters from Romeo & Juliet appear — including the title characters and the Nurse — but there are new characters, too.
Who wrote & Juliet?
David West Read and Max Martin wrote & Juliet. Read, who wrote the script, is best known as a writer on the Emmy-winning sitcom Schitt's Creek. Martin, who wrote all the pop songs that appear in the show, is a Grammy-winning music producer and songwriter who's created hits for the Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, and more.
What songs are in & Juliet?
The 30 songs in & Juliet are all pop songs from the '90s to today, all written by Swedish music producer Max Martin. They include "I Want It That Way," "...Baby One More Time," "Since U Been Gone," and more. Learn about all the songs in & Juliet on Broadway.
Who directed & Juliet?
Luke Sheppard directed & Juliet on Broadway and in London's West End, where the show premiered. He makes his Broadway directorial debut with the show.
What is & Juliet about?
What would happen after Romeo and Juliet if Juliet didn't die? That's the question at the core of this pop-fueled musical created by the Emmy-winning writer of Schitt's Creek. Jam out to tunes made famous by Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, P!nk, Ariana Grande, and more, as Juliet travels to Paris with new friends and new love. Find out about & Juliet tickets.
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