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Michelle Visage to make Broadway debut in 'Schmigadoon!'

Q: What is Schmigadoon! about?

Based on the hit TV show, Schmigadoon! is a musical comedy about a pair of travelers who get caught in a magical town that just can't stop singing.

The longtime RuPaul's Drag Race judge will join the Broadway cast of the 2026 Tony Award winner for Best Musical for a limited run starting in December.

Summary

Michelle Visage will make her Broadway debut in Schmigadoon! as Mildred Layton from December 4 to January 31
Jennifer Simard departs November 29
Visage is best known as a 15-year judge on RuPaul's Drag Race

Gillian RussoNovember 12, 2026, 04:00

Welcome to Schmigadoon! Emmy Award winner Michelle Visage, a 15-year RuPaul's Drag Race judge, will make her Broadway debut in Schmigadoon! as Mildred Layton for a limited run from December 4 to January 31. As previously announced, three-time Tony Award nominee Jennifer Simard will play her final performance on November 29.

Visage will star alongside Alex Brightman as Josh Skinner, 2026 Tony nominee Sara Chase as Melissa Gimble, Ann Harada as Florence Menlove, McKenzie Kurtz as Betsy, Isabelle McCalla as Emma Tate, Ivan Hernandez (returning November 24) as Doc, Brad Oscar as Mayor Menlove, Max Clayton as Danny Bailey, Maulik Pancholy as the Reverend, and Ayaan Diop as Carson.

Adapted by Cinco Paul from his same-named Apple TV+ series, Schmigadoon! follows a modern-day couple who find themselves in Schmigadoon: a living, breathing Golden Age musical town. The show won the 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical alongside prizes for Paul's book and score, and its orchestrations.

Schmigadoon! currently has tickets available through April 4 at the Nederlander Theatre.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Schmigadoon! about?

Based on the hit TV show, Schmigadoon! is a musical comedy about a pair of travelers who get caught in a magical town that just can't stop singing.

How long is Schmigadoon!?

The running time of Schmigadoon! is 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 intermission.

Where is Schmigadoon! playing?

Schmigadoon! is playing at Nederlander Theatre. The theatre is located at 208 West 41st Street (between 7th and 8th Avenue), New York, 10036.

How much do tickets cost for Schmigadoon!?

Tickets for Schmigadoon! start at $64.

What's the age recommendation for Schmigadoon!?

The recommended age for Schmigadoon! is Ages 10+..

How do you book tickets for Schmigadoon!?

Book tickets for Schmigadoon! on New York Theatre Guide.

Is Schmigadoon! on Broadway or Off-Broadway?

Schmigadoon! is playing Broadway.

Is Schmigadoon! accessible?

Wheelchair and transfer seating available; Mezzanine accessible by stairs; accessible restroom on Orchestra level; closed captioning, assistive listening, induction loop, and audio description available.

Who is in the cast of Schmigadoon!?

The cast of Schmigadoon! includes Alex Brightman (as Josh Skinner), Sara Chase (as Melissa Gimble), Ann Harada (as Florence Menlove), McKenzie Kurtz (as Betsy), Isabelle McCalla (as Emma Tate), Ivan Hernandez (as Doc), Brad Oscar (as Mayor Menlove), Jennifer Simard (as Mildred Layton), Maulik Pancholy (as the Reverend), Max Clayton (as Danny Bailey), Ayaan Diop (as Carson).