Tracee Ellis Ross to star in ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ on Broadway
Ross will succeed Daniel Radcliffe and Mariska Hargitay in the Tony Award-nominated, interactive solo play, which has extended for another five weeks.
Summary
- Tracee Ellis Ross will star in Every Brilliant Thing on Broadway from July 7 to August 9
- The Black-ish star will make her Broadway debut
- She will succeed Daniel Radcliffe (departing May 24) and Mariska Hargitay (performing May 26 to July 5) in the interactive solo show
The brilliant news keeps on coming: Golden Globe winner and Emmy nominee Tracee Ellis Ross will make her Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing, performing at the Hudson Theatre this summer for five weeks only from July 7 to August 9.
Ross will succeed current star and Tony winner Daniel Radcliffe, who performs through May 24, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit star Mariska Hargitay, who will make her own Broadway debut in the solo show from May 26 to July 5.
Ross is best known for her lead performance as Dr. Rainbow Johnson in the TV show Black-ish, for which she earned a Golden Globe, six NAACP Image Awards, and nominations for five Emmy Awards.
Every Brilliant Thing's sole character is a person who makes a list of life's little joys to cheer up their depressed mother, and the list eventually follows the character throughout the ups and downs in their own life. Audience volunteers round out the cast of characters and lend additional support to this highly interactive show.
Jeremy Herrin directs Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe's play, now up for the 2026 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play.
Photo credit: Tracee Ellis Ross. (Photo by Erik Melvin)
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote Every Brilliant Thing?
Duncan Macmillan, known for the plays Lungs and People, Places and Things wrote this play with comedian Jonny Donahoe.
Where is Every Brilliant Thing playing?
Every Brilliant Thing is playing at Hudson Theatre. The theatre is located at 141 West 44th Street, New York, 10036.
How long is Every Brilliant Thing?
The running time of Every Brilliant Thing is 1hr 25min.
How do you book tickets for Every Brilliant Thing?
Book tickets for Every Brilliant Thing on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age recommendation for Every Brilliant Thing?
The recommended age for Every Brilliant Thing is Ages 12+..
What is Every Brilliant Thing about?
Every Brilliant Thing is a solo play about a man who makes lists to remind him of why to live, love, and move on.
Who directs Every Brilliant Thing?
Jeremy Herrin and playwright Duncan Macmillan direct this play.
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