James Monroe Iglehart to join '& Juliet' Broadway cast
The Tony Award-winning actor will step into the role currently played by *NSYNC's Joey Fatone in the hit pop musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.
Iglehart's back, alright! Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart will return to Broadway this summer in & Juliet, joining the cast of the musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre from August 5 to November 2 only.
Iglehart is best known for his Broadway performances in Aladdin (Tony Award), A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical (Tony nomination), Hamilton, and Spamalot.
In & Juliet, he will assume the role of Lance from Joey Fatone, who departs the show July 31 as previously announced. The current & Juliet cast also includes Gianna Harris as Juliet, Alison Luff as Anne, Drew Gehling as Shakespeare, Michael Iván Carrier as May, Jeannette Bayardelle as Angélique, Liam Pearce as Romeo, Nathan Levy as François, and Charli D'Amelio as ensemble character Charmion.
The nine-time Tony-nominated & Juliet imagines a new ending for Shakespeare's formerly tragic heroine. In this version, she and her friends get a new lease on life and love in Paris, and their journey is set to over 30 pop hits by artists like Britney Spears, The Backstreet Boys, Kelly Clarkson, and more.
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Photo credit: James Monroe Iglehart. (Photo by Deneka Peniston)
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 requirement 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.
Is & Juliet appropriate for kids?
& Juliet is recommended for ages 8 and up. The show contains some strong language and references to drinking alcohol, but the content is otherwise appropriate for all ages. Please note that children 4 and younger are not permitted in Broadway theatres.
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.
Is & Juliet good?
& Juliet received overall positive reviews from critics and is among the top-reviewed shows on New York Theatre Guide. Our review praises the show's "youthful exuberance" and energy, making & Juliet a great musical for anyone looking for a fun, uplifting time.
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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