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Look, it's Glinda! McKenzie Kurtz will join the cast of [*Wicked*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/1-wicked-musical-tickets) on Broadway as Glinda, beginning February 14. Brittney Johnson, who currently plays the role and became the first Black woman to do so, departs the show on February 12.

Kurtz previously played Anna in *Frozen*'s Broadway and touring productions, Penelope in the musical adaptation of *Trading Places*, and Heather on the TV series *She-Hulk*.

*Wicked* has played the [Gershwin Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/gershwin-theatre) since 2003. The musical follows the unlikely friendship between Elphaba — the Wicked Witch of the West — and Glinda the Good Witch as school roommates, before their friendship is tested and broken when one is deemed good and the other wicked.

## Who is in the *Wicked* Broadway cast?

The current *Wicked* Broadway cast includes Talia Suskauer as Elphaba, Cleavant Derricks as The Wizard, Michele Pawk as Madame Morrible, James D. Gish as Fiyero, Clifton Davis as Doctor Dillamond, Mikayla Renfrow as Nessarose, and Michael Wartella as Boq. McKenzie Kurtz replaces Brittney Johnson as Glinda from February 14.

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McKenzie Kurtz joins 'Wicked' Broadway cast

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She joins the musical's principal cast in February.

With the big annual holidays in the rearview, weather that’s frosty and unpredictable, and shorter days, winter in New York can quickly wear out its welcome. On the plus side, remedies for seasonal blues are just a theatre away.

Leave wind chills behind and bask in the glow of a lush Broadway musical. Warm up with some Arabian nights. Forget your worries and embrace “Hakuna Matata.” Or lose yourself in silliness and steer straight into a story with an iceberg. There are more winter warmers where they came from, so follow our guide to the cheeriest theatre to see this winter.

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## *Aladdin*

Want to be whisked to a warmer climate? Your wish is granted. Based on the Oscar-winning Disney movie, this musical set in the fictional Middle Eastern city of Agrabah follows the titular street urchin with big dreams – and a love for Jasmine, a princess with her own desires. With help from a magical genie, Aladdin goes head-to-head with an evil sorcerer and finds a way to “A Whole New World.”

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## *Moulin Rouge! The Musical*

As sultry, uninhibited performers prowl the stage in steamy fashion, the heat cranks up before the first note of this musical based on the Baz Lurhmann movie. The eponymous Parisian nightclub, brought dazzlingly to life, is the backdrop for a pop hit-fueled love story of Satine, a courtesan and club headliner, and Christian, a struggling writer. Can they outdo a possessive Duke who wants her for himself? “Love Is a Battlefield” – and worth fighting for.

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## *Titanique*

A story with an iceberg sounds like an unlikely vehicle to dodge the cold. But this musical spoof of the Oscar-winning *Titanic*, and cheeky salute to the hit songs and vocal stylings of superstar Celine Dion, will definitely float your boat. The story unfolds at the Titanic Museum, where Dion inserts herself into the action and reveals what actually happened to the cinematic lovebirds Jack and Rose. Cue the power ballads and rapid-fire jokes.

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## *Six*

Note for note and groove for groove, this glitzy, compact musical celebrating the wives of Henry VIII is one of the tightest and brightest shows on Broadway. The Tudor wives stage a six-way vocal throwdown for the throne. Whoever suffered the most while wed to Henry VIII becomes the jewel in the crown — that is, the group’s lead singer. *Six* is hot stuff and a ton of fun to get down to.

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## *Hadestown*

You can expect temperatures to rise in the underworld. That’s where Orpheus goes to retrieve his true love, Eurydice, in Anaïs Mitchell’s Tony Award-winning best musical that summons fresh delights and insights from an ancient Greek myth. In an evocative score that combines elements of folk and jazz music, the haunting number “Wait for Me” stands out. You’ll be too busy thinking about it to even consider the cold.

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## *The Book of Mormon*

Nothing like a cold snap to make sunny Orlando beckon. That Florida hotspot is where Elder Price, a Mormon missionary, hopes he’ll be sent. Instead he’s assigned alongside Elder Cunningham to a remote (and equally warm) village in Uganda. Converting the locals doesn’t come easy, but laughs do in this decidedly uncensored musical. Did those characters really say that? They did! Did you forget your winter blues? You will.

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## *& Juliet*

Winter’s shorter days can lead to a slump, but this pop jukebox musical provides an instant pick-me-up. The starting point for this show is as simple as it is ingenious: Suppose Shakespeare’s Juliet didn’t kill herself after Romeo died. Then what? New adventures, romances, and life lessons await. It’s impossible to feel sluggish when Max Martin’s chart-topping hits (originally sung by artists like Britney Spears and Bon Jovi) just keep coming in this zippy romp. 

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## *Little Shop of Horrors*

Skid Row seems like an unlikely place to find a respite from the cold and dreariness of winter. But theatre is all about surprises. So is this madcap sci-fi flavored musical that follows the budding romance between geeky florist Seymour and his coworker Audrey, and the alien man-eating plant that comes between them. If you can’t be somewhere that’s warm, this show at least takes you “Somewhere That’s Green.”

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## *Blue Man Group*

Think of this show as theatrical homeopathy in which “like cures like.” So if you’ve got the winter blues, a visit to *Blue Man Group* could be the fix. Since 1991, the show’s trio of azure-colored aliens have delivered a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience that whirls together percussive music, art, weird science, and vaudeville antics. The bottom line is that it’s all about joy. Laughter is the best medicine – any season.

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## *The Play That Goes Wrong*

Forget your troubles, come on, get happy. That’s the point of this Mischief Theatre comedy now running Off-Broadway following a Tony-winning Broadway run. It’s about an amateur acting troupe performing a murder mystery that encounters Murphy’s Law – if it can go wrong, it does go wrong. That includes collapsing sets, botched lines, and missed cues. It’s murder on them – and hilarious for you. Look for more Mischief Theatre shenanigans when *Peter Pan Goes Wrong* hits Broadway in March.

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## *The Lion King*

Next stop, far-off – and far warmer – Africa. That’s where lion cub Simba confronts his evil uncle and his destiny in this family-friendly, Tony-winning take on the animated Disney classic. The show’s eye-popping puppet parade sets the stage for hummable songs like “Circle of Life” and “Hakuna Matata.”

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See these fun Broadway shows to cure the wintertime blues

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These funny, energetic musicals and plays will chase away the seasonal chill.

They want to be a part of it! Colton Ryan and Anna Uzele will star in the new Broadway musical [*New York, New York*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/26043-new-york-new-york-tickets), premiering this spring at the [St. James Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/st-james-theatre). Performances begin March 24 ahead of an April 26 opening night.

Ryan will play Jimmy Doyle. He is best known for his Theatre World Award-winning performance as Gene Laine in *Girl From the North Country* on and off Broadway. He also understudied the title role of *Dear Evan Hansen* and later starred as Connor in the musical's film adaptation.

Playing Francine Evans is Anna Uzele, known for originating the role of Catherine Parr in [*Six*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/20737-six-musical-tickets) on Broadway and playing Andrea Devereaux in the Tony Award-winning revival of *Once On This Island*.

Additional casting for *New York, New York* has yet to be announced.

*New York, New York* takes its name from the Martin Scorsese film of the same name, known for the iconic title track. The stage adaptation, written by David Thompson and Sharon Washington, follows a group of artists trying to succeed in a booming post-World War II New York City.

The musical features classic songs from the film by John Kander and Fred Ebb, plus new songs composed by Kander and featuring lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Five-time Tony Award winner Susan Stroman directs and choreographs.

Check back for information on *New York, New York* tickets on New York Theatre Guide.

*Photo credit: 1. Colton Ryan & Anna Uzele. (Photo by Matthew Murphy)*

Colton Ryan, Anna Uzele to lead 'New York, New York' cast on Broadway

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The new musical begins performances in March at the St. James Theatre.

Here lies Broadway! [*Here Lies Love*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/27415-here-lies-love-on-broadway), the acclaimed disco pop musical by [David Byrne](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/david-byrne) and Fatboy Slim, is set to premiere on Broadway this summer. Performances begin June 17 ahead of a July 20 opening night.

*Here Lies Love* is based on the true story of Filipina First Lady Imelda Marcos and her fall from power amid her country's People Power Revolution. Of its Off-Broadway premiere in 2013 at The Public Theater, The New York Times raved, "'Here Lies Love' is rich with candied melodies that stick to the inner ear and beats that act like cattle prods. This is music created to sweep you into unthinking acquiescence, as history is said to do."

In 2013, *Here Lies Love* was performed in an immersive style. The actors performed among the audience, and the audience was encouraged to participate in the movement as though at a dance club. This staging will be replicated for Broadway; the [Broadway Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/broadway-theatre), where *Here Lies Love* will play, will be remodeled to resemble a dance club environment, where audiences will stand and move with the performers.

Byrne, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee formerly of the Talking Heads, created the concept, music, and lyrics for *Here Lies Love*, with music also by big beat musician Fatboy Slim, and additional music by Tom Gandey and J Pardo.

Directing is Tony Award winner Alex Timbers (*Moulin Rouge! The Musical*) and choreography is by Annie-B Parson. In addition to *Here Lies Love* off Broadway, Byrne, Timbers, and Parson previously collaborated on *American Utopia*, Byrne's special Tony Award-winning theatrical concert that had two acclaimed Broadway runs in New York.

The creative team for *Here Lies Love* on Broadway also includes set designer David Korins, costume designer Clint Ramos, lighting designer Justin Townsend, sound designers M.L. Dogg and Cody Spencer, and projection designer Peter Nigrini.

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David Byrne's 'Here Lies Love' to open on Broadway this summer

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Countless audiences have called *Wicked*, and all its songs, wonderful for 20 years and counting. Telling the backstory of Elphaba — the Wicked Witch of the West — and the good witch Glinda before the events of *The Wizard of Oz*, *Wicked* has defied gravity on Broadway and become one of its most popular long-running shows.

*Wicked* is one of those musicals with multiple songs even non-theatre fans likely know, "Defying Gravity" and "Popular" among them. Hearing these songs live is some younger fans' first Broadway memory, and Stephen Schwartz's tunes also captured older, longtime Broadway fans with their musical magic and whimsy.

Learn more about all the songs in *Wicked*, including their significance to the plot and fun facts about them. Light spoilers for *Wicked* follow.

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## "No One Mourns the Wicked"

"No One Mourns the Wicked" is like an extended version of "Ding-Dong! The Witch Is Dead!" from *The Wizard of Oz*. Like "Ding-Dong!," "No One Mourns the Wicked" hails the death of The Wicked Witch of the West — but this version isn't all happy.

Glinda watches over the celebrating Ozians during this opening number, adding her own musings: "Isn't it nice to know that good will conquer evil?" But, having known the "Wicked Witch" years earlier, she also urges the Ozians to consider: "Are people born wicked? Or do they have wickedness thrust upon them?" The audience then sees a little of Elphaba's backstory play out: Her mother had an affair and gave birth to green-skinned Elphaba, who her father immediately rejected.

## "Dear Old Shiz"

This short song marks the transition back from the present into the past, as Glinda starts to reminisce about her friendship with Elphaba. The pair met while at Shiz University, and all the Ozians on stage sing about the fondness they have for their own time at the school.

"Dear Old Shiz" also includes irony that's only apparent on stage. Elphaba first appears during this song, and the other students recoil from her green skin the second she turns up at school. Everyone around her might be singing about "Dear Old Shiz," but it wasn't so "dear" to her.

## "The Wizard and I"

"The Wizard and I" is Elphaba's first major solo, in which she sings about her dream to practice magic alongside the Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Madame Morrible sings a verse first, declaring that Elphaba has the sorcery skills to be the Wizard's "magic grand vizier," setting off Elphaba's imagination.

She pictures what life will be like by his side: For once, she'll be celebrated for her talents, not mocked for her appearance. She also hopes that, for good measure, the Wizard will use his own powers to "de-greenify" her, "since folks here, to an absurd degree, seem fixated on [her] verdigris."

## "What is this Feeling?"

Stephen Schwartz wrote "What is this Feeling?," a duet between Elphaba and Glinda, as a spoof on love songs. At first, it sounds like the women are having an "opposites-attract" moment that surprises them both: ""What is this feeling so sudden and new? I felt the moment I laid eyes on you. My pulse is rushing; my head is reeling."

But then they reveal the true feeling shared between them: loathing. "Unadulterated loathing," in fact. As if it weren't enough that the roommates hate "every little trait, however small" about each other, the other students join in on Glinda's side, ganging up on Elphaba and saying they all loathe her too.

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## "Something Bad"

The title of this song says it all, providing the first hint that all isn't right in Oz. Elphaba's professor, a goat named Dr. Dillamond, shares that talking Animals like him are being forcibly silenced. The two bond over their status as outcasts, and Dillamond's plight motivates Elphaba to meet the Wizard even more, so she can get his help.

## "Dancing Through Life"

"Dancing Through Life" introduces another main character: the prince Fiyero, a new student at Shiz who's all play and no work. He sings that life is better when spent relaxing and having fun, not thinking or studying hard. He and Glinda immediately develop a mutual attraction, and she becomes his date to a dance party he throws the night of his arrival.

"Dancing Through Life" is a major number in the show with multiple dance breaks featuring the whole ensemble. And during the course of the song, Elphaba and Glinda finally bond with each other.

## "Popular"

"Elphie, now that we're friends, I've decided to make you my new project." That's the iconic first line of "Popular," one of *Wicked*'s most, well, popular songs. It has a reach far beyond *Wicked*: The song was covered on the TV show *Glee*, Ariana Grande sampled it in "Popular Song," and it's inspired parody songs about politicians.

In *Wicked*, "Popular" is Glinda's first major solo, in which she excitedly sings about transforming Elphaba into a chic girl just like her. "When someone needs a makeover," she gushes, "I simply HAVE to take over." The transformation doesn't last — in the next scene, Fiyero charms Elphaba by saying she's good enough without acting like Glinda — but the "Popular" sequence cements the girls' friendship.

Composer Stephen Schwartz has said that the vibe of "Popular" is inspired by the 1995 movie "Clueless."

## "I'm Not That Girl"

"I'm Not That Girl" is Elphaba's second solo, a ballad this time. She sadly sings about how Fiyero will never reciprocate her newfound feelings for him, since he's already with the "perfect" Glinda, and Elphaba is just an outcast who's used to not being loved. "She who's winsome, she wins him," Elphaba sings of Glinda.

In "The Wizard and I," Elphaba makes big wishes about her future career. But when it comes to love, she now sings, "Don't wish. Don't start. Wishing only wounds the heart." This line is foreshadowing, but not in the way she expects.

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## "One Short Day"

Finally, Elphaba gets her chance to meet the Wizard, and she takes Glinda along on her adventure. This cheery song underscores their romp through the Emerald City, where they explore beautiful buildings, catch a performance of "Wiz-a-mania," and marvel at the sheer green-ness of everything (which is Elphaba's favorite part). They even don green glasses to intensify the effect.

## "A Sentimental Man"

The Wizard makes a grand (and slightly startling) entrance just before this song, greeting Elphaba with a booming voice and a huge mechanical face. But when the Wizard himself emerges, he reveals himself to be just an average, "Sentimental Man," whose unfulfilled wish to be a father inspired him to take up public service.

## "Defying Gravity"

Perhaps *Wicked*'s best known song, "Defying Gravity" ends Act 1 and marks the key turning point in the show. When Elphaba realizes the Wizard is actually behind the suppression of the Animals, she vows to expose him as a fraud — and he vows to tell everyone she's the wicked one.

The song also marks a shift in Elphaba and Glinda's friendship, when Elphaba accepts her "wicked" status if it means fighting for her beliefs, whereas Glinda decides to abandon Elphaba and protect her own reputation. "I hope you're happy, now that you're choosing this," the friends tenderly sing to each other. "I really hope you get it, and you don't live to regret it."

One of the most famous moments in the show is when Elphaba "flies" above the stage on her broomstick to sing the final verse and chorus. Even at "no-fly" shows (which happen from time to time when there are technical difficulties), Elphaba's soaring vocals still defy gravity.

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## "No One Mourns the Wicked" (Reprise)

This short tune is the first of Act 2, in which the citizens of Oz express their fear about Elphaba's wickedness and what she will do next. Their hysterics are interrupted by the next song, which is...

## "Thank Goodness"

The true opening number of Act 2, "Thank Goodness," parallels the Act 1 opener, "No One Mourns the Wicked." The Ozians are again celebrating; this time, they're toasting Glinda and Fiyero's engagement and enjoying "a day that's totally Wicked Witch-free." But once again, Glinda is the one person hiding sadness.

She has to keep up appearances as the "Good Witch," but she's secretly worried about Elphaba's whereabouts, especially after the Ozians hear a rumor that they can melt Elphaba with water and rally to do just that.

## "The Wicked Witch of the East"

"The Wicked Witch of the East" isn't so much a song as a scene set to music. It takes place at the home of Elphaba's sister, Nessarose, who now governs Munchkinland with an iron fist and has gained her own reputation as "The Wicked Witch of the East."

This song explains how a few elements of *The Wizard of Oz* came to be: During the song, Elphaba enchants Nessa's shoes, turning them into ruby slippers that allow her, a wheelchair user, to walk. Shortly after, Nessa misperforms a spell and shrinks the heart of the Munchkin Boq, and Elphaba saves him by turning him into the Tin Man.

Because "The Wicked Witch of the East" has so much dialogue and includes so many key plot points, it's the only major number not included on the cast album to avoid spoiling too much of the show.

## "Wonderful"

Here, Elphaba returns to the Wizard's mansion to confront him. But he almost persuades her to give up her cause and join him, fulfilling her lifelong wish. He sings about how "wonderful" it was to become a famous leader from nothing, almost convincing her of how "wonderful" it'll make her feel, too.

The lyrics point to a major theme of *Wicked*, that most people occupy a gray area between "good vs. bad" (or "wonderful vs. wicked," if you will) but don't always accept that. "Is one a crusader or ruthless invader? It's all in which label is able to persist," the Wizard sings. "There are precious few at ease with moral ambiguities, so we act as though they don't exist."

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## "I'm Not That Girl" (Reprise)

This song is short — only a few lines — but sets off lots of major events toward the end of the show. Glinda repeats Elphaba's words, "Don't wish. Don't start. Wishing only wounds the heart," after Fiyero leaves her for Elphaba. Angry and heartbroken, Glinda impulsively sells Elphaba out to the mob hunting her.

## "As Long As You're Mine"

"I'm Not That Girl" (Reprise) fades into "As Long As You're Mine," in which Elphaba and Fiyero profess their love for each other in the forest. As they're in hiding and face the threat of death, the song is desperate and passionate. Elphaba sings, "If it turns out it's over too fast, I'll make every last moment last, as long as you're mine."

## "No Good Deed"

Elphaba's final solo is, perhaps, even more explosive than "Defying Gravity." "No Good Deed" takes place after Fiyero gives himself up to save Elphaba. With no love left in her life now that he and Glinda have both gone away, she vows to live up to her title as a "wicked witch."

"All helpful urges should be circumvented," she sings. "No good deed goes unpunished. Sure, I meant well — well, look at what well-meant did." She even doubts whether she ever wanted to be righteous: "Was I really seeking good or just seeking attention?"

## "March of the Witch-Hunters"

Boq leads this song, in which an angry mob sets out to find and kill Elphaba. He blames her for being turned to tin, and he mentions some other characters who have "scores to settle" with Elphaba. One is the unseen Cowardly Lion; Boq claims Elphaba coddled him as a cub, causing his timidness.

## "For Good"

The penultimate song in *Wicked* is a guaranteed tearjerker. Glinda and Elphaba meet one more time, where they realize Elphaba needs to flee Oz and Glinda needs to usher in a new era of good leadership — but they can never see each other again. They sing this heartfelt ballad about how they inspired each other to change: "You'll be with me like a handprint on my heart. And whatever way our stories end, I'll know you have rewritten mine by being my friend."

## "Finale"

The finale of *Wicked* is yet another parallel to the opening number. We're back to the present moment, when the opening song is sung, and the Ozians are again singing, "Good news! No one mourns the wicked." Little do they know that Glinda is mourning Elphaba's "death."

*Wicked* is a fun, family-friendly musical, but the finale ends on a more bittersweet note than most. That's fitting for the musical, whose main theme is that multiple things can be true at once: A person can exist between wonderful and wicked, what's right and what's good aren't always clear-cut, and musicals can be both happy and sad — but that means they're all the more likely to stick with you for good.

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All the songs in 'Wicked' on Broadway

Discover fun facts about the hit musical's most popular tunes.

This is not over yet! The acclaimed 2022 Encores! production of [*Parade*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/26500-parade) has set a Broadway transfer for the spring, with Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winner [Ben Platt](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/ben-platt) reprising his leading role. Performances run at the [Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/bernard-b-jacobs-theatre) from February 21 to August 6, with a March 16 opening night.

Platt returns to Broadway for the first time since his Tony-winning turn in *Dear Evan Hansen*'s title role in 2016. He is also known for [*The Book of Mormon*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/127-the-book-of-mormon-tickets) along with screen appearances in *Pitch Perfect* and *The Politician*. In *Parade*, he stars as real-life Jewish American factory manager Leo Frank.

Micaela Diamond, known for starring in *The Cher Show*, will also return to her role from the Encores! production as Leo's wife, Lucille Frank.

*Parade* is based on the real-life trial and eventual lynching of Frank, who was accused of murdering a 13-year-old employee. The show follows how the case played out in 1913 Georgia, with Frank becoming the target of media sensationalism and anti-Semitism that tests his and Lucille's marriage.

This Broadway revival is *Parade*'s first. The show, directed and co-conceived by Harold Prince, originally premiered in 1998 and won two Tony Awards: Best Book of a Musical (for Alfred Uhry) and Best Original Score (for Jason Robert Brown).

This Platt-led *Parade* production, directed by Tony nominee Michael Arden, premiered in November 2022 as part of [New York City Center](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/new-york-city-center)'s Encores! series for seldom revived musicals. A New York Times review called it "the best-sung musical in many a New York season."

Additional casting for the Broadway transfer has yet to be announced. The Encores! cast also included Gaten Matarazzo, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Florrie Bagel, Stacie Bono, Harry Bouvy, Tanner Callicutt, Courtnee Carter, Anthony Chatmon II, Max Chernin, Eddie Cooper, John Dossett, Erin Rose Doyle, Caroline Fairweather, Manoel Felciano, Brody Grant, Alex Joseph Grayson, Danielle Lee Greaves, Christopher Gurr, Sean Allan Krill, Douglas Lyons, Erin Mackey, Ashlyn Maddox, Sophia Manicone, Howard McGillin, William Michals, Paul Alexander Nolan, Sofie Poliakoff, Jackson Teeley, and Jennifer Laura Thompson.

On the creative side, *Parade* on Broadway features choreography by Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant, scenic design by Dane Laffrey, costume design by Susan Hilferty, lighting design by Heather Gilbert, sound design by Jon Weston, projection design by Sven Ortel, music direction by Tom Murray, and hair and wig design by Tom Watson.

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Ben Platt, Micaela Diamond to star in 'Parade' Broadway revival in the spring

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The pair led the musical at New York City Center this fall.

Oops, they did it again! [*& Juliet*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/25598-and-juliet-tickets) has released a new block of Broadway tickets, now on sale for performances through December 31, 2023. Get *& Juliet* Broadway tickets now.

*& Juliet* is a musical that begins where *Romeo & Juliet* ends — except Shakespeare's wife decides to rewrite the play so Juliet doesn't die. Instead, she takes a journey to Paris to find new loves, new friends, and a new lease on life on her own terms.

The story is set to 30 pop songs by The Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Bon Jovi, Ariana Grande, Kelly Clakrson, and more.

A four-star [*& Juliet* Broadway review](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/reviews/and-juliet-broadway-review) on New York Theatre Guide reads, "The action unfolds in Shakespeare’s era, but its heart and head are all about today."

The show opened at the [Stephen Sondheim Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/stephen-sondheim-theatre) in November 2022. The current *& Juliet* cast, directed by Luke Sheppard, includes Lorna Courtney as Juliet, Paulo Szot as Lance, Betsy Wolfe as Anne Hathaway, Stark Sands as Shakespeare, Justin David Sullivan as May, Melanie La Barrie as Angelique, Ben Jackson Walker as Romeo, and Philippe Arroyo as Francois.

## How long are *& Juliet* Broadway tickets available?

*& Juliet* Broadway tickets are currently on sale for performances through December 31, 2023.

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The show plays the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.

If all you wanna do is hear catchy pop music on Broadway and learn something along the way, look no further than [*Six*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/20737-six-musical-tickets), which won the Tony Award for Best Original Score. This [twist on history](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/brush-up-on-your-tudor-history-before-seeing-the-musical-six) — or rather, her-story — centers on the six wives of English king Henry VIII, most often known by the rhyme "divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived."

In this high-energy, concert-style musical by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, the Queens become full-bodied people with lives and stories of their own. These Queens have just formed a girl group, and they host a contest to choose the frontwoman: whoever had it worst as Henry's wife. This contest plays out throughout *Six*, featuring a unique solo for each Queen to tell her story, plus pulse-pounding group numbers.

Learn more about all these songs below, and get tickets to get down with the *Six* queens live at the [Lena Horne Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lena-horne-theatre).

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## "Ex-Wives"

"Remember us, from PBS?" Catherine of Aragon sings in *Six*'s opening song. Whether or not you do, this song makes clear that these glamorous pop Queens are going to be different than you remember them from TV or history class. Aragon and the other queens — Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anna of Cleves, Katherine Howard, and Catherine Parr — introduce themselves and give a little preview about what each of their lives was like as Henry VIII's wives — "but now, we're ex-wives."

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## "No Way"

From the opening number, each Queen gets her own song inspired by a different pop diva. Aragon is up first with the Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez-inspired anthem "No Way," whose title is Aragon's response to Henry's plan to get rid of her: Start a new religion, divorce her for Boleyn, and send her off to a nunnery.

Of course, he does two of those three things anyway, but Aragon does avoid the nunnery. As she herself cleverly rhymes, "If you thought it'd be funny to send me to a nunn'ry, honey, there's no way!"

## "Don't Lose Ur Head"

The Queens' songs go in the historical order of their marriages, so Boleyn is up next. "Don't Lose Ur Head" mimics the musical styles of Avril Lavigne and K-pop artists, and it can be summed up in one lyric: "Sorry, not sorry." Boleyn cheekily brushes off the flak Aragon and the public give her for seducing Henry — but things suddenly get real when Boleyn realizes she is, literally, going to lose her head. She can't just "LOL, say farewell" to that problem.

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## "Heart of Stone"

From a bubblegum pop banger, *Six* next moves to a power ballad a la Adele and Sia, sung by Jane Seymour in the show. The title has a double meaning for her: Seymour had a "heart of stone" in that she loved Henry unwaveringly despite his changing temper. She also sings, however, that he only loves her back because she's bearing him a son, and she has to maintain a "heart of stone" to avoid getting too hurt. The song starts off mournful, but by the end, Seymour is strong and defiant.

## "Haus of Holbein"

With half the Queens' solos done, it's now the midpoint of the show. Before the second group of Queens takes the mic, all six come together to sing "Haus of Holbein," a German electronic tune. The song is named for the painter Hans Holbein, and the women satirize female beauty standards by singing about the uncomfortable clothing and chemical-ridden cosmetics women had to put on for their portraits. "So what, the makeup contains lead poison? At least your complexion will bring all the boys in!"

Holbein painted a portrait of Anna of Cleves, so this song is a set-up for her solo, which comes next. During the song, the Queens reenact Henry's search for a new bride in the style of Tinder. They "swipe left" on various women's Holbein portraits until they come upon Cleves, whom Henry chooses.

## "Get Down"

All doesn't go as planned, though, as we learn in the Rihanna and Nicki Minaj-inspired "Get Down." Shortly after Henry "swipes right" on Cleves, she sings, he quickly divorces her after meeting her in person: "I didn't look like my profile picture."

That doesn't bother Cleves, though, who gets to move into her own castle with riches aplenty — and hang her portrait up "for everyone to see, and you can't stop me, 'cuz I'm the queen of the castle!" She knows her thriving, independent life disqualifies her from the Queens' competition, but she (and the audience) are too busy "getting down" and jamming out to this hip-hop banger to care.

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## "All You Wanna Do"

"All You Wanna Do" is not all it seems on the surface. Katherine Howard's solo has a bright, bubblegum pop sound in the style of Britney Spears and Ariana Grande. But listen closely to the lyrics, and suddenly, the song doesn't seem quite as sunny. Howard sings about a lifetime of being used by older men who only wanted her for her body, including Henry.

On the original cast album, the song's tone stays upbeat throughout, even as Howard and her lyrics gets sadder. But in live performances, Howard sings the last verse frantically as her fear and despair overwhelm her.

## "I Don't Need Your Love"

The Alicia Keys and Emeli Sandé-influenced "I Don't Need Your Love" almost doesn't even happen in *Six*. Parr, when her turn comes to give a "sob story," asks the other Queens to call off the whole competition. But after they mock Parr for being afraid to lose — she is the one who survived, after all — she relents and delivers this song.

Like "Heart of Stone," "I Don't Need Your Love" means two things to Parr. It's what she had to say to her true love, Thomas, when Henry commanded her to marry him. It's also what she wishes she could say to Henry, because she is a remarkable woman without him: "Remember that I was a writer; I wrote books and songs and meditations, fought for female education." All the Queens wish they could have said that, too, and Parr's declaration finally inspires the Queens to stop infighting.

## "Six"

The show officially ends with the triumphant title track, in which they all celebrate how they're "one of a kind, no category," and worth remembering as women with full lives independent of Henry.

Each Queen sings a revisionist version of how they became a pop star post-Henry. For example, Boleyn becomes Shakespeare's lyricist, Cleves tours Prussia with Holbein and his friends, and Parr gathers the Queens together to form the girl group.

## "Megasix"

After the finale, the Queens also perform an encore song called "Megasix," a mashup of all their solos. At this point, the audience is invited to get up and dance along. It's during this song that *Six* feels especially like a pop concert, where everyone can "sing along to your favorite Queen song!"

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All the songs in 'Six' on Broadway

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Learn fun facts about the songs remixing history in this musical.

The Broadway premiere of [*Ohio State Murders*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24218-ohio-state-murders-tickets), starring six-time Tony Award winner [Audra McDonald](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/audra-mcdonald), is set to close on Broadway this month. The show will play its final performance on January 15.

McDonald stars in *Ohio State Murders* as Suzanne Alexander, a writer returning to her alma mater of the title. While delivering a lecture there, she looks back on a tragic crime that took place while she was a student and finally pieces together what happened.

A [four-star New York Theatre Guide review of *Ohio State Murders*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/reviews/ohio-state-murders-broadway-review-audra-mcdonald) reads, "There is a palpable, thinly veiled rage simmering beneath most of McDonald's expertly layered performance... McDonald is so transformative that in her few moments of bygone joy... we momentarily forget Suzanne's anger."

The play marks playwright Adrienne Kennedy's Broadway debut at 91 years old, following a decades-long, award-winning Off-Broadway career. *Ohio State Murders* is also the first production to play the newly renovated and renamed [James Earl Jones Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/james-earl-jones-theatre).

The complete cast for *Ohio State Murders* includes Bryce Pinkham, Lizan Mitchell, Mister Fitzgerald, Abigail Stephenson, Brett Diggs, Brooke Gardner, Christina Pedersen, and Gayle Samuels.

*Ohio State Murders* joins five other Broadway shows closing on that date: [*The Music Man*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/18717-the-music-man-tickets), [*Death of a Salesman*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/25459-death-of-a-salesman-tickets), [*A Strange Loop*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24619-a-strange-loop-tickets), [*Mike Birbiglia: The Old Man and the Pool*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/26356-mike-birbiglia-the-old-man-and-the-pool-tickets), and [*Topdog/Underdog*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/25558-topdog-underdog-tickets).

[Find out the complete schedule of Broadway shows closing soon.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/broadway-shows-closing-soon)

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'Ohio State Murders' sets Broadway closing date

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The show, which stars Audra McDonald, plays the James Earl Jones Theatre.

Neverland has never been so wrong. The new play [*Peter Pan Goes Wrong*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/27336-peter-pan-goes-wrong-tickets) is set to play a 16-week limited Broadway run this spring, with performances beginning at the [Barrymore Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/barrymore-theatre) on March 17 ahead of an April 19 opening night.

*Peter Pan Goes Wrong* is the latest Broadway show from Mischief Theatre, the company behind [*The Play That Goes Wrong*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/14790-the-play-that-goes-wrong-tickets). That play, which had a Tony-winning Broadway run and currently runs off Broadway at New World Stages, sees the fictional Cornley Drama Society battle endless mishaps as they try to stage a murder mystery drama.

*Peter Pan Goes Wrong* also features the Cornley troupe, who are now attempting to stage J. M. Barrie's classic fairytale. Fast-paced slapstick comedy unfolds as they encounter various troubles with their set, actors, and more.

Mischief members Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields created *Peter Pan Goes Wrong*, which premiered in London in 2013. The show has since played multiple London engagements, one of which earned it an Olivier Award nomination for Best New Comedy, and made its North American premiere in 2022 in Canada.

The full original cast of *Peter Pan Goes Wrong* will star in the Broadway premiere, including Lewis, Sayer, and Shields. The cast also features Chris Leask, Ellie Morris, Charlie Russell, Greg Tannahill and Nancy Zamit.

Adam Meggido directs *Peter Pan Goes Wrong*, which features set design by Simon Scullion, costume design by Roberto Surace, lighting design by Matt Haskins, sound design by Ella Wahlström, and original music by Richard Baker and Rob Falconer.

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*Photo credit: The cast of Peter Pan Goes Wrong in London in 2015. (Photo by Alastair Muir)*

'Peter Pan Goes Wrong' to premiere on Broadway in March

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The show is from the creators of *The Play That Goes Wrong*.

Their name is Lancelot! Taran Killam and Alex Brightman join the cast of the upcoming [*Spamalot*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/33129-spamalot-tickets) Broadway revival, playing at the [St. James Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/st-james-theatre) from October 31. Opening night is November 16.

Killam returns to Broadway after playing King George III in [*Hamilton*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/384-hamilton-tickets) in 2017. He is better known, however, for his onscreen comedy performances on *madTV* and *Saturday Night Live*, in addition to multiple sitcoms. He will play Lancelot through January 7 only.

Brightman will step into the role from January 9. He is currently starring as Richard Dreyfuss in [*The Shark Is Broken*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/28737-the-shark-is-broken-tickets) on Broadway, and he is also known for leading the Broadway musical adaptations of *Beetlejuice* and *School of Rock*. Brightman also played Lancelot at the Kennedy Center, where this *Spamalot* revival production premiered earlier this year under director/choreographer Josh Rhodes.

As [previously announced](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/spamalot-sets-broadway-cast-and-creative-team), multiple other cast members from that production will also return for the Broadway transfer: Christopher Fitzgerald as Patsy, James Monroe Iglehart as King Arthur, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer as The Lady of the Lake, Jimmy Smagula as Sir Bedevere, Michael Urie as Sir Robin, and Nik Walker as Sir Galahad. Ethan Slater also stars as The Historian/Prince Herbert.

*Spamalot* is the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of *Monty Python and the Holy Grail*, written by John Du Prez and founding Monty Python member Eric Idle. The show is an irreverent sendup of Arthurian legends.

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The actors join a cast that also includes Broadway favorites James Monroe Iglehart, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Ethan Slater, and more at the St. James Theatre.

Ease on down to Broadway! A revival of [*The Wiz*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/27115-the-wiz-tickets) will begin performances this spring at the [Marquis Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/marquis-theatre). The first performance is March 29, and opening night is April 17.

The announcement of the New York production comes as *The Wiz* opened its pre-Broadway national tour in Baltimore, Maryland — where the Tony Award-winning original 1975 production premiered — last night.

*The Wiz* is an all-Black retelling of *The Wizard of Oz*, infusing it with jazz, pop, ballet, and Black cultural influences. The show features a book by William F. Brown and a Tony Award-winning score by Charlie Smalls and others, including Luther Vandross. The 2023 revival features additional material by Amber Ruffin, also represented on Broadway with *Some Like It Hot*.

Schele Williams directs the 2023 production, which features choreography by JaQuel Knight, scenic design by Hannah Beachler; costume design by Sharen Davis; lighting design by Ryan J. O’Gara; sound design by Jon Weston; projection design by Daniel Brodie; wig design by Charles LaPointe; makeup design by Kirk Cambridge-Del Pesche; music supervision, orchestrations, and music arrangements by Joseph Joubert; vocal and music arrangements by Allen René Louis; and dance music arrangements by Adam Blackstone.

## Who is in *The Wiz* Broadway cast?

As [previously announced](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/complete-cast-set-for-broadway-bound-the-wiz-revival), the Broadway cast of *The Wiz* stars [Wayne Brady](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/wayne-brady) as The Wiz alongside Nichelle Lewis as Dorothy, Deborah Cox as Glinda, Melody A. Betts as Aunt Em and Evillene, Kyle Ramar Freeman as the Lion, Phillip Johnson Richardson as the Tinman, and Avery Wilson as the Scarecrow.

The ensemble includes Maya Bowles, Shayla Alayre Caldwell, Jay Copeland, Allyson Kaye Daniel, Judith Franklin, Michael Samarie George, Collin Heyward, Amber Jackson, Olivia Jackson, Christina Jones, Polanco Jones, Kolby Kindle, Mariah Lyttle, Kareem Marsh, Anthony Murphy, Cristina Rae, Matthew Sims Jr, Avilon Trust Tate, Keenan D. Washington, and Timothy Wilson.

*The Wiz* Broadway cast carries over from the national tour.

Check back for information on *The Wiz* tickets on New York Theatre Guide.

*Photo credit: The Wiz in Baltimore. (Photo by Jeremy Daniel)*

'The Wiz' to open on Broadway in March

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Wayne Brady will star in the latest revival of the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical, which just launched a national tour prior to its New York opening.

The career paths of Josh Gad and [Andrew Rannells](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/andrew-rannells) happily keep on colliding – and paralleling. Right now, they’re at the [James Earl Jones Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/james-earl-jones-theatre) in [*Gutenberg! The Musical!*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31399-gutenberg-the-musical-tickets), a show with two actors and just as many exclamation points. The comic duo play musical theatre composers writing a show about the inventor of the printing press.

Out there? Sure. Then again, the story of misbegotten Mormon missionaries in Uganda is also wacky. That’s what the long-running, Tony Award-winning musical [*The Book of Mormon*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/127-the-book-of-mormon-tickets), in which Gad and Rannells first performed together, is about.

Even when they haven’t shared a stage, their theatre careers have overlapped in various ways. Find out more about the duo’s careers in our timeline below.

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## 2005 and 2006: Broadway debuts

In January 2005, Rannells took over as high school student Fender in *Hairspray*. Like a ’60s beehive hairdo, the actor ascended high to the lead role of teenage heartthrob Link Larkin. Rannells has stepped into key roles in other Broadway shows including Bob Gaudio in *Jersey Boys*, the title role in *Hedwig and the Angry Inch*, and King George in [*Hamilton*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/384-hamilton-tickets). 

A year later, in January 2006, the musical *The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee* introduced Gad to Broadway audiences. He took over the role of allergy-prone William Barfee, a kid who uses his “magic foot” to write out words before spelling them.

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## 2011: *The Book of Mormon*

In 2011, Rannells and Gad landed the lead roles in the irreverent, sometimes profane musical by Robert Lopez (*Frozen, Avenue Q*) and *South Park* creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone. Rannells and Gad starred as Elders Price and Cunningham: Mormon missionaries in Uganda who are young, eager, in over their head, and making things up as they go along. Both got Best Actor Tony nominations for the still-running hit at the [Eugene O’Neill Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/eugene-o-neill-theatre). 

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## 2006 and 2016: The William Finn connection

Gad belted the kicky tune “Magic Foot” by William Finn in his Broadway debut in *The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee*. Rannells earned his second Tony nomination – Best Actor in a Supporting Role, as the ailing Whizzer – in the 2016 revival of *Falsettos*, a show with music, lyrics, and a book by Finn.

## 2013 and 2016: The Disney connection

Beyond the stage, Disney is common ground for the pair. For episodes of the animated TV series *Sofia the First*, Rannells voiced Morris, a goblin. Meanwhile, Gad voiced Olaf, the fan-fave snowman in the *Frozen* film franchise.

## 2023: *Gutenberg! The Musical!*

As Bud and Doug in this musical by Scott Brown and Anthony King, the actors wear a lot of hats – and that’s not a metaphor. They play the authors of a show about Johannes Gutenberg, which they pitch to potential investors with the means to finance the project. They act out the show playing characters whose names are on baseball caps.

See how it all goes down through January 28 only. Who knows when Rannells and Gad will share the stage next?

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Learn about the careers of 'Gutenberg! The Musical!' stars Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells

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Gutenberg! The Musical on Broadway

The acclaimed comic theatre actors made their names with *The Book of Mormon* more than a decade ago, and they now share the stage for the first time since.

Fall is upon us in New York. The cool fall breezes have blown in not just color-changing leaves, but a cornucopia of seasonal events all across the city. And there's a show or event out there for you no matter how you like to ring in the fall season.

Is the pumpkin patch at the top of your itinerary? Stop at a show set in the countryside on the way to the actual farm. Prefer to stay cozied up inside with a warm sweater? You can do that in a Broadway theatre. Can't wait for Halloween? Celebrate the holiday all autumn long at spooky shows and attractions. You don't have to escape the city to get the most out of autumn — there are plenty of options right here.

We've planned out a few roundups of New York fall events and shows to get you started, based on various fall vibes. Pick the one that best suits you, and get tickets to these experiences to make the most of your fall in the city.

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## Spooky fall

If "fall" and "Halloween" are one and the same to you, you're in the right place. Get your tricks and treats, chills and thrills at these shows and events. And this is only a small selection — read our full [guide to theatre to see in New York for Halloween](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/top-theatre-to-see-in-new-york-for-halloween) for even more scary good options.

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### *Sweeney Todd*

*Sweeney Todd* serves up both tricks and treats, though perhaps not the kind you'll want to eat. This bloody entertaining Stephen Sondheim thriller follows the title "demon barber," whose vengeful plot to murder a corrupt judge grows into a desire to kill just about everyone in London. And with the help of pie shop owner Mrs. Lovett, the evidence mysteriously disappears into the tastiest baked goods she's ever made. [Josh Groban](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/josh-groban) and [Annaleigh Ashford](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/annaleigh-ashford)'s sinister performances might give you nightmares, but their vocals are the stuff of dreams.

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### *Wicked*

The iconic witch hat and broom are the centerpieces of many a Halloween costume. Ever wonder why? This musical provides one origin story and more, offering an alternate take on who Glinda and Elphaba were before they became the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch of the West in *The Wizard of Oz*. This show isn't scary, but it's filled with bewitching stage magic and supernatural characters.

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### Ghost Stories: A Mysterious, Macabre Interactive Tour at the Met

This tour focuses on works of art that depict all sorts of scary creatures from various cultures and time periods. In addition to just looking at spooky creations, attendees will participate in activities and discussions about what makes people afraid and why. The tour takes place all year round, but during the fall, it incorporates extra art and other surprises only included during the Halloween season.

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## Harvest fall

This itinerary is for those who like to spend their fall days leaf-peeping, apple-picking, and pumpkin patch-hopping. Even if you can't make it to New England or upstate for the foliage and the farms, these shows and events provide all the harvest vibes you're looking for.

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### *Shucked*

Fans of corn mazes will feel right at home in Cob County, the central location of this corny (literally) musical. When the town's prized corn crop starts dying, farmgirl Maizy finds an outsider to help, but all isn't at it seems. This show, by Tony-winning bookwriter Robert Horn and Grammy-winning songwriters Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, delivers a cornucopia of country-infused tunes and nonstop corn puns.

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### *Little Shop of Horrors*

The monstrous, Venus flytrap-esque plant in this musical is one you might not want to harvest. Flower shop worker Seymour finds this out the hard way, as the plant promises him fame and fortune in exchange for human flesh and blood. Straddling the line between horror, comedy, and botany, this cult-classic favorite is the perfect autumn watch.

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### Fall-O-Ween at the New York Botanical Garden

What better place to spend a harvest-themed fall day than at the New York Botanical Garden, where you're surrounded by flora and fauna? A natural oasis in the middle of the Bronx, it'll make you feel like you've escaped the city. Participate in pumpkin carving and costume contests, sample treats featuring classic fall flavors, and take part in activities both festive and frightful, all while exploring the grounds' 50 gardens featuring over a million wildlife species.

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## Cozy, romantic fall

If you spend your fall pretending you're the protagonist of a Nora Ephron rom-com — cozying up with a good book and a soft sweater, perhaps by the fireplace with your boo — then these idyllic, romantic experiences are perfect for you.

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### *The Cottage*

*The Cottage* delivers cozy romance with a twist. The play opens with a couple having a romantic morning in a beautiful country cottage — but we soon learn they're both cheating on their spouses, who are in turn cheating on them. Confusion, hilarity, and a tangled web of relationships arise. This farce may not be your average romance, but it's an endlessly entertaining one.

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### *& Juliet*

Juliet, of *Romeo & Juliet*, finds love in the big city in this new musical — except the big city is Paris, and she spends just as much time finding herself after Romeo dies. This twist on the classic play is as empowering as it is romantic, and it also features another love story: that of William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway, who rekindle their own flame by co-writing Juliet's new story together.

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### Secret Places of Central Park

Is it really a New York rom-com if the lovers don't stroll through Central Park? Recreate that vibe with this walking tour. You might have seen landmarks like the Bow Bridge on screen, but this tour provides a look into the park's lesser-known hidden gems, including secluded gardens, historic sites, and more. You might find your new favorite spot to go on an autumn date.

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Plan a fall day in New York with these shows and events

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Whether your fall vibe is spooky, cozy, or outdoorsy, New York has plenty of attractions and shows to suit your interests — check out our itineraries here.

Don't lose your head! [*Six*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/20737-six-musical-tickets) on Broadway will host a new event called the SIXth of the Month Series during performances at the [Lena Horne Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lena-horne-theatre).

The series includes special events, exclusive content opportunities, and giveaways at the performance on the sixth of every month. The first performance in the series is the 8 p.m. show on October 6, when all audience members will receive a commemorative gift.

Further SIXth of the Month Series events will be announced via the show's social media channels and email list.

The 2022 Tony Award winner for [Best Original Score](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/all-the-songs-in-six-on-broadway), *Six* musical reimagines the six wives of Henry VIII as a modern pop girl group who take the mic to tell their stories in their own words.

*Six* currently features Hailee Kaleem Wright as Catherine of Aragon, Leandra Ellis-Gaston as Anne Boleyn, Bella Coppola as Jane Seymour, Nasia Thomas as Anna of Cleves, Zoe Jensen as Katherine Howard, and Taylor Iman Jones as Catherine Parr.

[Learn more about *Six* on Broadway.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-six-on-broadway)

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'Six' on Broadway to host SIXth of the Month Series

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Beginning in October, audiences at performances of the Tony Award-winning musical on the sixth of each month will be treated to special events and giveaways.

Your chance to get tickets has rolled along! [*Merrily We Roll Along*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/27417-merrily-we-roll-along-tickets) will offer a digital lottery for tickets to all Broadway performances, which begin September 19 at the [Hudson Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/hudson-theatre).

*Merrily We Roll Along* will offer [lottery tickets via TodayTix](https://www.todaytix.com/nyc/shows/27417-merrily-we-roll-along-on-broadway). Entrants must download the TodayTix app on iOS or Android, where the lottery will open for entries every Sunday for the following week's performances. The lottery will remain open until noon the day before each performance. Users can set an alert to be notified when the lottery opens each week, and sharing the lottery on social media earns extra entries.

Winners are drawn between 1 and 4 p.m. the day before the performance, and they will have 30 minutes after being notified by email or text to purchase their tickets on the app. 

Jonathan Groff, [Daniel Radcliffe](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/daniel-radcliffe), and Lindsay Mendez star in *Merrily We Roll Along*, the first Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's 1984 musical. Maria Friedman directs the production, which premiered off Broadway in 2022.

The show follows, in reverse, the disintegration of a 20-year friendship between three people in the showbiz industry. New York Theatre Guide's [four-star review of the Off-Broadway production](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/reviews/merrily-we-roll-along-off-broadway-review-jonathan-groff-daniel-radcliffe-lindsay-mendez) calls it an "emotional gut punch."

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*Photo credit: Lindsay Mendez, Jonathan Groff, and Daniel Radcliffe in Merrily We Roll Along off Broadway. (Photo by Joan Marcus)*

'Merrily We Roll Along' to offer Broadway lottery tickets on TodayTix

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The first Broadway revival of the Stephen Sondheim musical, playing at the Hudson Theatre, stars Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe, and Lindsay Mendez.

"There are so many wonderful plays and musicals opening this fall," said Sierra Boggess of the new musical [*Harmony*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24995-harmony-tickets). "Theatregoers are in for such a fabulous season!"

We couldn't have said it better ourselves. *Harmony*, the Barry Manilow and Bruce Sussman-composed musical about a famous 1920s choral group, is just one of the many exciting new productions on Broadway this fall. But rather than us just telling you about them, we asked the stars of this season's Broadway shows which fall Broadway shows they're looking forward to and why.

From starry revivals to groundbreaking new plays to musicals led by a group of fresh talents, this fall season has it all. Read the stars' picks for fall theatre in New York below, and discover [all the shows coming to Broadway this fall](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/what-to-see-on-broadway-this-fall).

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## For the reunion we've all been waiting for: *Gutenberg! The Musical*

Alli Mauzey, of 2023 Best Musical Tony Award winner *Kimberly Akimbo*, "couldn’t tell you what [*Gutenberg! The Musical*] is about," but that [Andrew Rannells](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/andrew-rannells) and Josh Gad on stage together again thrills her enough to go.

That's high praise for the comedy skills of the pair, last seen together in the original 2011 cast of [*The Book of Mormon*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/127-the-book-of-mormon-tickets). And for those wondering, they now play hapless composers trying to pitch an inaccurate Broadway musical about Johannes Gutenberg, inventor of the printing press.

Mauzey's not alone in her excitement. "Josh Gad and Andrew Rannells are hilarious together," echoed *How to Dance in Ohio*'s Desmond Edwards. Added Jasmine Forsberg of *Here Lies Love*, "I had the pleasure of watching a studio run of the show, and my abs were sore from the constant laughter. Josh and Andrew are a comedic goldmine."

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## For the reunions you didn't know you needed: *I Need That*

This new comedy about a reclusive hoarder cleaning up his life sees the reunion of a celebrated creative duo. Pulitzer-nominated writer Theresa Rebeck and Tony-nominated director Moritz Von Stuelpnagel join forces once more following 2018's *Bernhardt/Hamlet*. 

“I love Theresa Rebeck’s writing, and her and Moritz Von Stuelpnagel seem to have a great time working together, said Reg Rogers of *Merrily We Roll Along*.

But that's not the only exciting duo you need to see. On stage, [Danny DeVito](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/danny-devito) stars as the hoarder Sam alongside his real-life daughter, Lucy DeVito.

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## For something old that feels new: *Purlie Victorious*

*Purlie Victorious* premiered on Broadway in 1961, starring playwright Ossie Davis and his wife, Ruby Dee, as a preacher and his aide in a scheme to reclaim his inheritance from an oppressive white landowner. But it hasn't been on Broadway since, so this revival — led by Tony winner Leslie Odom, Jr. and Tony nominee Kara Young — is all but new for many audiences today. “With so many heavy hitters, it is a must-see for me,” said [*Hadestown*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/14748-hadestown-tickets)'s Brit West.

"They are making history with this first ever revival of this play, and I cannot wait to see it!" said Sierra Boggess of *Harmony*. Echoed her co-star Chip Zien, "A great cast lead by the thrilling Leslie Odom, Jr. marking his return to Broadway. With the great [director] Kenny Leon at the helm, this is a 'comedy' that couldn't be timelier and a theatrical event not to be missed."

Lakisha May of *Jaja's African Hair Braiding* has plenty of love for this show already. “I saw a production at Spelman College when I was a student there," she said. "Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee are definitely inspirations — their love, their work, their talent, and their activism. And I can’t wait to see this Broadway cast play!”

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## For a blast from the past: *Back to the Future* and *Merrily We Roll Along*

Two shows on Broadway are taking audiences back in time this fall. The stage adaptation of *Back to the Future*, which opened in August, zips to 1985 and 1955 at 88 miles per hour. According to *Wicked*'s William Youmans, the man who makes it all happen — scientist Doc Brown, played by Roger Bart — is reason enough to go: "Roger Bart is one of the funniest actors alive."

A few blocks away, the first Broadway revival of *Merrily We Roll Along* tells the story of a crumbling 20-year friendship in reverse. Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe, and Lindsay Mendez play the doomed trio of pals Frank, Charley, and Mary.

"I have a special affection for *Merrily We Roll Along*," said Amelia Cormack of *Hadestown*. "It was our last show at drama school, and I got to play Mary, so it’s a definite nostalgia moment. Plus, this cast is incredible.”

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## For an unexpected wave of emotion: *The Shark Is Broken*

This *Jaws*-inspired play, on through November 16, delivers great-white-sized laughs as it dramatizes the famous feud between Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, and Roy Scheider on set. What struck *Back to the Future* star Hugh Coles, though, was how moving it is: [Ian Shaw](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/interviews/ian-shaw-sinks-his-teeth-into-his-fathers-legacy-in-the-shark-is-broken) co-wrote and stars in *The Shark Is Broken* in his father's memory.

"I had the privilege of watching *The Shark is Broken* in London," Coles said. "You’d think the best speech in the show would be about the U.S.S. Indianapolis — but there’s a beautifully written, moving and powerfully delivered monologue about Shaw’s father that blows it out of the water (pun intended)."

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## For a niche story with universal appeal: *Jaja’s African Hair Braiding*

Jocelyn Bioh is known for her lighthearted, widely appealing comedies that shed light on the experiences of Black women in Africa and America. Her latest work, *Jaja’s African Hair Braiding*, tells a story of love, community, and gentrification by way of a group of women in the title Harlem salon.

"Jocelyn has an incredible gift of comedy (which we saw in *School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play*) that truly is necessary in this moment in time," said Leandra Ellis-Gaston of [*Six*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/20737-six-musical-tickets). "On top of that, this show speaks about a very niche and special experience that Black women, particularly in New York, have of getting our hair braided. We talk about representation in regards to seeing our Black bodies on stage, but it’s taking it a step forward to see and share our routine experiences on a Broadway stage."

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## For a full house of comedic talent: *The Cottage*

*Will & Grace*'s Eric McCormack, *Legally Blonde: The Musical*'s Laura Bell Bundy, *Saturday Night Live*'s Alex Moffat, *Tootsie*'s Lilli Cooper, and more all under one roof? You'll have to see this old-fashioned farce, about a web of infidelities unraveling, to believe it.

“I’m a fan of every actor in this cast — it’s a full roster of amazing comedians, all of whom I have admired for a long time," said Katie Rose Clarke of *Merrily We Roll Along*. "I also love that it’s an ensemble play. It’s right up my alley. It seems like they’ve created something really fun and special.”

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## For an immersive theatre experience: *Here Lies Love*

Immersive theatre — in which the audience participates in the show, which unfolds all around them — is rare on Broadway. But *Here Lies Love* turned the [Broadway Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/broadway-theatre) into a disco nightclub to tell the story of infamous dictator (and disco enthusiast) Imelda Marcos of the Philippines. An [all-Filipino cast](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/meet-the-all-filipino-here-lies-love-broadway-cast) stars. 

"I love the idea of fully immersing the audience into the show," said Jake Pedersen of [*Wicked*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/1-wicked-musical-tickets). "The whole company is stacked with incredible storytellers fueled by a powerful plot. A must-see for sure!"

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## For a royally good laugh: *Spamalot*

This musical based on *Monty Python and the Holy Grail* hasn't held court on Broadway since winning the Best Musical Tony Award in 2005. Broadway stars with fond memories of the movie, the Broadway premiere, or their former co-stars now headlining the revival are now planning to take their seats at the round table.

“I am most excited to see my dear, dear friends (and former co-workers at *Hamilton*), James Monroe Iglehart and Nik Walker, in *Spamalot*," said *Merrily We Roll Along*'s Krystal Joy Brown. "I cannot wait to get to enjoy them in all of their hilarious glory! Also, I grew up on *Monty Python*, so it’s a bit nostalgic, and who doesn’t want a good laugh and a good time at the theatre?”

Julie Benko, of *Harmony* added: "I remember bringing my sister to the original production back when I was in high school, and now, I can't wait to bring my husband. I suspect he's going to laugh so hard he pees himself and will then spend the following six months demanding shrubberies around the house."

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## For the next generation of Broadway: *How to Dance in Ohio*

This new musical, based on the Peabody Award-winning documentary about autistic young adults coming of age, is bringing many new faces to the world of Broadway. Director Sammi Cannold, writers Rebekah Greer Melocik and Jacob Yandura, choreographer Mayte Natalio, and all seven autistic lead actors make their debuts with this show.

“I'm excited to see a brand-new musical on Broadway, and I look forward to seeing how the team has adapted this beautiful story about human connection from the documentary to a musical," said Liana Hunt of *Back to the Future*. "I've heard bits of the music, and it sounds really beautiful. I also love that so many members of this show are making their Broadway debuts! There's something really special about that.”

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## For a timely, touching drama: *Prayer for the French Republic*

Joshua Harmon's epic drama, about multiple generations of a French Jewish family facing similar doubts about assimilation and safety, received near-universal acclaim for its 2021 Off-Broadway premiere. It's perhaps more poignant and relevant now, as the show prepares to begin Broadway performances in December.

"I saw it in its Off-Broadway run and was blown away by the writing, direction, the performances - everything," Benko said. "It's a complex look at contemporary Jewish life and we need those plays on Broadway now more than ever."

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## For Off-Broadway fun with bite: *Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors*

Off-Broadway theatres have a wealth of new fall shows, too, if you're looking for even more theatre to see beyond the Great White Way. One of them is *Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors*, a queer, comedic revamp of Bram Stoker's Gothic horror classic. 

"Arnie Burton is a stage comedy genius," *Purlie Victorious*'s Bill Timoney said of why he wants to see it. Burton is joined by four other actors who shapeshift between costumes and characters faster than a vampire turns into a bat.

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## Other fall Broadway shows to see

These shows don't even cover all the exciting work on stage this fall. Other notable productions include [*My Window*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/25987-melissa-etheridge-my-window-tickets), an intimate solo show from Melissa Etheridge; [*Appropriate*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31352-appropriate-tickets), the Broadway-debut play of Pulitzer Prize finalist Branden Jacobs-Jenkins starring Sarah Paulson; and [*Danny and the Deep Blue Sea*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/32606-danny-and-the-deep-blue-sea), an Off-Broadway play with Broadway-caliber talent: [Christopher Abbott](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/christopher-abbott) and [Aubrey Plaza](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/aubrey-plaza) in her stage debut.

So follow the stars — the stars' recommendations, that is — and see all the Broadway fall season has to offer.

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Broadway fall preview: Stars share the shows they can't wait to see

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Cast members from this fall's hottest new shows and long-running hits share which new Broadway musicals and plays they're looking forward to this season.

Rush to her window! [*Melissa Etheridge: My Window*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/25987-melissa-etheridge-my-window-tickets), a Broadway solo show from the award-winning musician, will offer rush tickets to all performances, which begin tonight, September 14, at the [Circle in the Square Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/circle-in-the-square-theatre).

Rush tickets are available for $47.50 the morning of each performance [on the TodayTix app](https://www.todaytix.com/nyc/shows/25987-melissa-etheridge--my-window-on-broadway), beginning at 9 a.m. Users can download the TodayTix app on an iOS or Android device and purchase up to two tickets  for that afternoon or evening's show.

A limited number of rush tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Users can set an alert on the TodayTix app to be notified when rush tickets are available each day.

In *My Window*, Etheridge performs her Grammy Award-winning hits, previously unreleased songs from her early career, and everything in between as she shares stories from her life. This intimate show premiered off Broadway last year to critical acclaim, and now runs on Broadway through November 19.

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*Photo credit: Melissa Etheridge performing off Broadway. (Photo courtesy of production)*

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The Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter's theatrical solo concert is playing on Broadway for two months only at the Circle in the Square Theatre.

Wait for it. Ever since Leslie Odom, Jr. wrapped his award-winning and career-boosting star turn in [*Hamilton*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/384-hamilton-tickets) in 2016, we’ve been cooling our heels in anticipation of his Broadway return. 

Seven years later, he’s back – and not in a musical. Odom shoulders the title role in the first Broadway revival of Ossie Davis’s 1961 play, [*Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/27642-purlie-victorious-tickets). Odom plays a traveling preacher on a mission in smalltown Georgia.

Odom has been busy while he’s been off stage. He stars opposite Ellen Burstein in horror sequel *The Exorcist: Believer*, opening October 3. Last year, he was part of the starry ensemble of the thriller *Glass Onion*. But his roots as a theatre star remain strong.

Now that Odom's back on Broadway, take a romp through his notable theatre and stage-adjacent roles.

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## *Rent*

Seasons of love can bring Broadway firsts. In 1998, at 17 years old, Odom made his debut as a replacement in Jonathan Larson’s Pulitzer-winning rock musical. He covered multiple roles, including a cop and Paul, who shines in “Life Support,” a reminder that there’s “no day but today.”

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## *Smash*

As if a theatre fan needs a recap: The 2012 NBC series covered the ups, downs, and sideways of creating a Marilyn Monroe musical. Odom played Sam, an ensemble member who is friends with Ivy ([Megan Hilty](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/megan-hilty-jennifer-simard-to-lead-death-becomes-her-musical-in-chicago), a contender for the star part), and dates the composer, Tom ([Christian Borle](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/christian-borle), now in [*Some Like It Hot*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24262-some-like-it-hot-tickets)).

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## *Leap of Faith*

Based on the 1992 Steve Martin movie, the 2012 Broadway musical adaptation starred Raúl Esparza as a con man faking it as a holy roller. Odom, reprising his role from a 2010 Los Angeles run, played the upright Isaiah Sturdevant. The show’s reviews were mixed, but one critic called out Odom as “fantastic.”

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## *Venice*

Based loosely on the Shakespeare classic *Othello*, the hip-hop-flavored musical by Matt Sax and Eric Rosen is set in a war-torn, not-so-distant future, where broken ties between two brothers parallel the relationship between Othello and Iago. Odom played Markos, a warmongering commander. The Public Theater presentation ran in 2013.

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## *Tick, Tick… Boom!*

In 2014, Odom starred alongside Lin-Minuel Miranda and [Karen Olivo](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/karen-olivo) in *Rent* creator Jonathan Larson’s autobiographical musical about a struggling songwriter, Jon, who’s questioning his future. In the weeklong run with the Encores! Off-Center series of rarely revived musicals, Odom played the artist’s best friend.

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## *Hamilton*

Lin-Manuel Miranda’s 2015 landmark musical about Alexander Hamilton cast a brilliant spotlight on Odom, who confidently stepped into it and slayed as Aaron Burr, “the damn fool that shot” and killed the “$10 Founding Father.” He won a Tony and a Grammy and left indelible musical marks with “Wait for It,” “The Room Where It Happens,” and “Dear Theodosia.” 

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## *One Night in Miami...*

Odom earned an Oscar nomination for his portrait of Sam Cooke in this 2020 film directed by Regina King. Author Kemp Powers based the movie script on his 2013 play of the same name that imagines what went down at an actual February 1964 meeting of four African American icons: Cooke, Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, and Jim Brown. Odom’s role included performing “A Change Is Gonna Come,” a song that would emerge as a civil rights anthem.

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## *Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch*

It’s been more than six decades since the play’s Broadway debut, and the repressive attitudes it targets makes it seem evergreen. Odom plays Purlie, who returns to his hometown in the south with hopes of integrating a church. It won’t be easy. Expect the fanged comedy to sink its teeth into enduring stereotypes — and Odom to take us all to church as only he can.

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Leslie Odom, Jr. theatre roles we love

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The Tony and Grammy Award-winning *Hamilton* star has a long career on and off Broadway, and he now returns to the stage to lead *Purlie Victorious*.

A new revival of *Uncle Vanya* will premiere on Broadway this spring, in a new translation by Heidi Schreck. Lila Neugebauer will direct the Lincoln Center Theater production, which begins performances at the [Vivian Beaumont Theater](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/vivian-beaumont-theater) on April 2 ahead of an April 24 opening.

The classic play by Anton Chekhov follows the title character and his niece, whose lives are upended when Sonya's father and his wife move in. Past resentments, troubled romances, and family tensions erupt on a once-calm family farm.

*Uncle Vanya*, which premiered in 1899 and has received 10 prior Broadway productions, remains one of Chekhov's best-known and most beloved works. This new version is by Heidi Schreck, best known for her Pulitzer- and Tony-nominated work *What the Constitution Means to Me*.

Director Lila Neugebauer has two productions on Broadway this season: before *Uncle Vanya*, she directs Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins's [*Appropriate*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/31352-appropriate-tickets), starring [Sarah Paulson](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/sarah-paulson), in the fall season. She is also known for directing *The Waverly Gallery* on Broadway, *The Wolves* off Broadway, and the film *Causeway* starring Jennifer Lawrence.

The *Uncle Vanya* creative team also includes set designer Mimi Lien, costume designer Kaye Voyce, lighting designer Lap Chi Chu, and sound designers Mikhail Fiksel and Beth Lake.

Casting has yet to be announced.

*Photo credit: Heidi Schreck in What the Constitution Means to Me. (Photo by Joan Marcus)*

New 'Uncle Vanya,' adapted by Heidi Schreck, to premiere on Broadway

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The Tony Award nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist will write a new translation of the classic play by Anton Chekhov for a production in Lincoln Center.

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