Further cast announced for John Lithgow-led 'Giant' on Broadway

Giant began its journey at the Royal Court in London before transferring to the West End and now Broadway, and tells the story of a scandal surrounding children's author Roald Dahl.

Summary

  • John Lithgow reprises his Olivier Award-winning role on Broadway
  • He will be joined by Aya Cash Elliot Levey and Rachael Stirling
  • Giant tells the story of a scandal surrounding children's author Roald Dahl
Olivia Rook
Olivia Rook

Additional cast has been revealed for the Broadway transfer of Mark Rosenblatt's Giant, starring John Lithgow. Performances begin at the Music Box Theatre from March 11, 2026 for a 16-week run. Opening night is March 23.

Joining Tony and Olivier Award winner Lithgow as Roald Dahl are Aya Cash as Jessie Stone, Olivier Award winner Elliot Levey as Tom Maschler, and Olivier Award nominee Rachael Stirling as Felicity Crosland, all reprising their roles from the U.K. production. All but Lithgow make their Broadway debuts.

The play, which started its journey at the Royal Court in London before transferring to the West End and now Broadway, tells the story of a scandal surrounding children's author Roald Dahl across one afternoon at his countryside home.

The production will be directed by Nicholas Hytner, with design by Bob Crowley.

Additional casting is to be announced at a later date.

Check back for Giant tickets on New York Theatre Guide.

Photo credit: Aya Cash, Elliot Levey, John Lithgow, and Rachael Stirling. (Photos courtesy of production)

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