Laurie Hernandez to make Broadway debut in '& Juliet'
The gold-medal Olympic gymnast will perform a featured dance role in the show's ensemble for a limited engagement at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre from March.
Summary
- Laurie Hernandez will make her Broadway debut in & Juliet from March 17 to June 14
- Hernandez will join the ensemble in the featured dance role of Charmion
- Hernandez is best known as an Olympic gold medalist; Sports Emmy Award winner; and winner of Dancing With the Stars
Olympic gold medalist Laurie Hernandez will make her Broadway debut in & Juliet this spring, performing at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre from March 17 to June 14 only.
Hernandez was part of the U.S. Women’s Gymnastics team at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, where she won a gold medal with the team and a silver medal individually. Hernandez later won season 23 of Dancing with the Stars and is also a Sports Emmy Award winner and author of two books.
In & Juliet, she will join the ensemble in the featured dance role of Charmion.
“I’ve always been such a Broadway fan, so to make my Broadway debut in & Juliet is a dream come true,” Hernandez said in a statement. “The show is so much fun to watch as an audience member, and I can’t wait to join this incredible cast and actually perform in the show each night.”
& Juliet picks up where Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet ends, imagining a new chapter where Juliet doesn't die and instead seeks a second chance at life and love. The show is set to 30 pop hits written by Max Martin and made famous by artists like Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys, Kelly Clarkson, and many more.
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Photo credit: Laurie Hernandez. (Photo by Toon de Melker)
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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