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One actor, one audience, one million reasons: *Every Brilliant Thing* traces a man sustained by reasons-to-live lists he at first made for his seriously depressed mother. Now, the method is carrying him through his own life, and he has a story, and his many reason to live, to share. 

“I love working in New York. I love working onstage. And I’ve been insanely lucky to be able to do both — to have a stage career and a film and TV career,” star Daniel Radcliffe said in an interview with The New York Times. “And I want to be able to keep finding reasons to come back to Broadway for as long as I am physically capable of doing so.”

Now, he returns back in 2026. The play was written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, a British comedian who originated the lead role. This marks the play's exciting Broadway debut.

## What to watch for
- *Every Brilliant Thing* began its life at Edinburgh Festival Fringe and was also staged in London. 
- The show eventually moved off Broadway, where Ben Brantley gave it a Critic's Pick in The New York Times.
- *Every Brilliant Thing* is directed by Jeremy Herrin and Duncan Macmillan.
- The solo show has performed in dozens of countries with stars at the helm, most recently Minnie Driver in London.

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*Every Brilliant Thing* is a play about a man who creates a gratitude list to help his mother cope with depression before adopting the practice himself.

See Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe return to Broadway in this triumphant, moving, and hilarious solo show. *Every Brilliant Thing* has played around the world in more than 80 countries; when it came to off Broadway a decade ago, The New York Times awarded it a Critic's Pick. Now, *Every Brilliant Thing* plays on Broadway for a limited run only this winter. 

Radcliffe is no stranger to Broadway: he's starred in *Equus, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying*, and *The Cripple of Inishmaan*. Most recently, he was in the acclaimed revival of *Merrily We Roll Along*, which won him a Tony Award. Now, Radcliffe is back in *Every Brilliant Thing* in New York, taking on a busy role in this  heartfelt solo show.

In *Every Brilliant Thing*, a man makes lists for reasons to live, initially an idea he used for his seriously depressed mother. But now, he makes the lists for himself to remember what he is grateful for and what keeps him motivated and moving. Out of this list comes wild and memorable stories.

“There’s something about the nature of this play and the connection that is being constantly made with the audience, from before the play even starts when I’m out there interacting with people as they come into the room, that I’m very intrigued by and excited by,” Radcliffe said in an interview with The New York Times. “This play is built with the audience new every night.”

The play was written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe, a British comedian who originated the lead role. Jeremy Herrin directs with Macmillan, who debuted the show through sold-out runs at three consecutive Edinburgh Festivals.

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See Tony Award winner Daniel Radcliffe star in this acclaimed solo play that celebrates the little things that make life worth living.

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*Every Brilliant Thing* is a solo play about a man who makes lists to remind him of why to live, love, and move on.

Daniel Radcliffe stars in the solo play [*Every Brilliant Thing*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/45675-every-brilliant-thing) on Broadway at the [Hudson Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/hudson-theatre) from February 21 to May 24, 2026.

Daniel Jacob Radcliffe was born on&nbsp;July 23, 1989 in Hammersmith, London, and is, of course, best known for starring as the title character in all eight movies of the&nbsp;Harry Potter&nbsp;franchise. He is also a Tony Award winner for his performance as Charley Kringas in the 2023 Broadway revival of *Merrily We Roll Along*.

At age 10, he made his acting debut in the BBC's TV adaptation of Charles Dickens' novel David Copperfield,&nbsp;playing a young David in the two-part special&nbsp;which aired in 1999. His feature film debut came just two years later in 2001, after being cast as Mark in The Tailor of Panama.

Next, Radcliffe auditioned for the title role in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone&nbsp;in 2000. The film's director, Chris Columbus, had been impressed with his performance in David Copperfield, and&nbsp;after eight months and several rounds of auditions, he was finally cast to play Harry. The first film in the franchise was released by Warner Bros. in 2001, making Radcliffe into a global star overnight. Over the next 10 years, a further seven movies were released: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets&nbsp;(2002), Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban​&nbsp;(2004), Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire&nbsp;(2005), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix​&nbsp;(2007), Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince&nbsp;(2009), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1&nbsp;(2010), and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2&nbsp;(2011).

During his Harry Potter&nbsp;years, he also appeared as himself (opposite Ricky Gervais) on the TV series Extras&nbsp;in 2006, as Maps in the&nbsp;film&nbsp;December Boys,&nbsp;and as&nbsp;John Kipling in the TV movie My Boy Jack,&nbsp;both released in 2007. His most notable post-Potter screen credits include The Woman in Black&nbsp;(2012), Kill Your Darlings&nbsp;and Horns&nbsp;(2013), Victor Frankenstein&nbsp;(2015), and Swiss Army Man,&nbsp;Now You See Me 2,&nbsp;and Imperium&nbsp;(2016).

Radcliffe has also established himself as a gifted stage actor on both sides of the Atlantic. He made his West End debut in 2002&nbsp;as a celebrity guest in the London production of&nbsp;The Play What I Wrote, directed by Kenneth Branagh. His first full-time theatre role was&nbsp;Alan Strang in the spring 2007 West End revival of&nbsp;Equus, which transferred to New York in the fall of 2008, marking&nbsp;his Broadway debut and earning Radcliffe his first Drama Desk Award nomination. In spring 2011, he would make his Broadway musical debut, taking on the role of J.&nbsp;Pierrepont Finch in a revival of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/reviews/how-to-succeed-in-business-without-really-trying">How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying</a>&nbsp;from February 2011&nbsp;to January 2012. His performance earned him&nbsp;a second Drama Desk Award nomination, as well as a Grammy Award nomination in the category of "Best Musical Theater Album".

He returned to the London stage in 2013, playing Billy in a revival of Martin McDonagh's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/reviews/the-cripple-of-inishmaan-0">The Cripple of Inishmaan</a>, which transferred to Broadway in the spring of 2014 and resulted in a third Drama Desk Award nomination. In the summer of 2016, he made his Off-Broadway debut as The Writer&nbsp;in <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/public-theater">The Public Theater's</a> production of&nbsp;Privacy&nbsp;and then returned to the London stage as Rosencrantz in the Old Vic's spring 2017 revival of&nbsp;Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead.

Radcliffe then came back to Broadway from September 20, 2018&nbsp;through January 13, 2019, playing Jim Fingal in the world premiere of&nbsp;The Lifespan of a Fact&nbsp;at <a href="https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/studio-54">Studio 54</a>. In 2023, he played Charley Kringas in the first Broadway revival of *Merrily We Roll Along*, reprising his role from an Off-Broadway revival in 2022 and earning his first Tony nomination and win.

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The **Hudson Theatre** located in the heart of New York City, is a prestigious broadway theatre on 44th street. Over a century old, it blends the rich history of New York with the modern NY life, rendering it an impeccable locale for a diverse range of events. It showcases traditional broadway shows, concerts, performing artist shows and many more. This quintessential theater boasts a seating capacity of around 970, spread over 3 levels, offering a meticulous proximity to the stage with unmatchable acoustics. It is adorned by a magically preserved antique design, offering a one-of-a-kind ambience that’s second to none.

**How to get to the venue:** The Hudson Theatre is accessible via various methods of transport. Driving to the theater provides the convenience of parking at Icon parking just across the street. Alternatively, the theater is easily reachable via public transit, being near to Times Square - 42nd Street Station served by multiple subway lines. The Port Authority Bus Terminal is just a short walk away, providing access to numerous bus routes.

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The Hudson Theatre first opened on October 19, 1903, with *Cousin Kate* starring Ethel Barrymore. Although the firm of J. B. McElfatrick & Son first drew up the architectural design of the theatre in 1902, the firm of Israels & Harder ultimately took over and completed the project. The venue was built for theatrical producer Henry B. Harris, who managed the theatre until his death as a passenger on the RMS Titanic in 1912. 

During the 1930s and 1940s, the building was also used as for CBS Radio broadcasts when it wasn't being used for theatrical productions. NBC purchased the property in 1950, converting it into a permanent television studio. The venue housed *The Tonight Show* from 1954 to 1959.

Over the next few decades, under the ownership of developer Abraham Hirschfeld, the building was used for theatrical productions (1960 to 1968), as an adult movie house (from 1974), and as the Savoy rock club (from 1980). The Hudson Theatre was awarded New York landmark status in 1987.

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels purchased the Hudson in 1995 as a part of the surrounding luxury hotel known as the Millennium Broadway and used as a business conference center and auditorium. During this time, it was additionally used as a stand-up comedy venue for Comedy Central broadcasts.

In 2015, Ambassador Theatre Group purchased the venue as its second official Broadway venue, following the [Lyric Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/lyric-theatre). After fully shutting down and undergoing a major renovation, the Hudson reopened in 2017 with a revival of Stephen Sondheim's musical *Sunday in the Park with George,* starring Jake Gyllenhaal. Since the theatre first opened in 1903 and reopened from scratch in 2017, the Hudson is simultaneously Broadway's oldest and newest theatre.

## How to get to the Hudson Theatre on Broadway

The closest subway stop to the Hudson Theatre is 42nd Street - Times Square on the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, and S lines. The 42nd Street - Bryant Park stop on the B, D, F, M, and 7 lines is also nearby.

There are two bus stops nearest to the theatre: 6th Ave/W 44th St. on the M55, QM2, QM3, QM4, QM15, QM16, QM17, QM18, and QM20 lines; and 6th Ave/West 45th St. on the QM1, QM5, QM6, M5, and M7 lines.

## Restaurants near the Hudson Theatre

Popular restaurants near the Hudson Theatre in NYC include Carmine's (Italian), Tony's Di Napoli (Italian), Hunt & Fish Club (steakhouse), Junior's (American), Connolly's Irish pub, and the Hard Rock Cafe (American).

[Learn more about popular pre- and post-show restaurants in the Theatre District.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/where-to-eat-before-and-after-a-broadway-show)

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Imagine watching two of The Bear’s biggest stars, Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss‑Bachrach, tackle this pulse‑pounding live retelling of a real 1972 Brooklyn bank robbery. It’s gritty, chaotic, and full of heart as a heist gone wrong spirals into a media circus. Seeing them bring this iconic, true story to life on Broadway is just thrilling.

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With masterful direction by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold (*King Charles III*), *Dog Day Afternoon* steps back into the sweltering summer of 1972 in New York City: a time when the Vietnam War looms large, Watergate headlines flood the news, and one man’s desperate act captivates the nation. Bernthal and Moss-Bachrach ignite the stage with grit, heart, and humor in this story based on true events. Witness the gut-wrenching twist as it unfolds, immersing you in the unfiltered chaos of a man — and a city — on the edge.

The story is based on one of the most famous heists in America: the robbery should have taken ten minutes. Four hours later, the bank was like a circus show. Eight hours later, it was the hottest thing on live TV. And by a day later, it became history — and it's all true. The insane story now comes to Broadway with two of today's biggest TV stars.

## What to watch for
- *Dog Day Afternoon* was a critical and box-office success: the 1975 film was nominated for seven Golden Globe Awards and six Oscars, wining for screenplay.
- Al Pacino, John Cazale, James Broderick, and Charles Durning all star in the original film.
- In 2009, Dog Day Afternoon was deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" by the Library of Congress, and was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.
- Actors Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Jon Bernthal star in the stage adaptation: they are co-stars in *The Bear* and will now perform together on Broadway for the first time.

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Based on the hit film, *Dog Day Afternoon* is a raw, gritty story about a man's desperate to rob a bank.

Catch this buzzy new play, based on real events, starring Emmy Award winner Jon Bernthal (*The Odyssey, The Bear*) and two-time Emmy Award winner Ebon Moss-Bachrach (*The Fantastic Four: First Steps, The Bear*). Inspired by the Life magazine article "The Boys in the Bank," which turned into a hit film, *Dog Day Afternoon* plays on Broadway spring 2026 for a strictly limited run. 

New York, 1972: in *Dog Day Afternoon* on Broadway, go back to a time when the Vietnam War looms large, Watergate headlines flood the news, and one man’s desperate act captivates the nation. During that sweltering summer, first-time crook Sonny Wortzik and his friends attempt to rob the First Brooklyn Savings Bank. The plan is a bust: Stevie loses his nerve and flees. Sonny discovers that they arrived after the daily cash pickup, leaving them only to find $1,100 in cash.

A ridiculous drama that proves truth is stranger than fiction, the events that inspired *Dog Day Afternoon* captivated the nation: the bank robbery should have taken mere minutes, and hours later the US was transfixed as the story became the hottest news — and then history.

Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis (*Between Riverside and Crazy*) writes this new version of the story, appearing live on stage for the first time, and Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold (*King Charles III*) directs. Bernthal and Moss-Bachrach, stars of the screen, are famous for their roles on The Bear. Now, they come together to play opposite each other in another pressure cooker of a story on Broadway.

The Academy Award-winning film based on the robbery starred Al Pacino, John Cazale, James Broderick, and Charles Durning.

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*Dog Day Afternoon* is a fast-paced play based on the real-life bank robbery that caused a news sensation in the 1970s.

Jon Bernthal makes his Broadway debut in [*Dog Day Afternoon*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44515-dog-day-afternoon) on Broadway in spring 2026.

Bernthal is best known for his Emmy Award-winning performance on *The Bear*, recurring as Michael Berzatto. Earlier, he became known for starring as Shane Walsh on the first two seasons of *The Walking Dead*.

He has also appeared in three Marvel Cinematic Universe TV shows as Frank Castle/The Punisher: 2016's *Daredevil*, 2017-19's *The Punisher*, and 2025's *Daredevil: Born Again*.

Bernthal has appeared in numerous theatre productions throughout his career, including *Fifth of July* off Broadway and shows in cities including Boston, D.C., Los Angeles, Portland, and Moscow.

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Ebon Moss-Bachrach makes his Broadway debut in [*Dog Day Afternoon*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44515-dog-day-afternoon) on Broadway in spring 2026.

Moss-Bachrach is best known for starring as Richie Jerimovich on FX's *The Bear*, winning two Emmy Awards and earning two Golden Globe nominations. Other notable screen roles include Desi Harperin in the TV series *Girls*, David Lieberman/Micro in *The Punisher*, and Ben Grimm/The Thing in *The Fantastic Four: First Steps*, the latter two of which are part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

He has appeared in numerous Off-Broadway productions, making his debut in *When They Speak of Rita* in 2000 and going on to appear in six more shows between 2001 and 2015: *36 Views, Fifth of July, On the Mountain, Three Sisters, Verité*, and *Lost Girls*.

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The August Wilson Theatre, located in the heart of Manhattan, is one of New York's iconic historical landmarks. Named after Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson, the venue hosts an array of award-winning Broadway performances. This theatre has an expansive total seating capacity of 1,222, making it an ideal environment for large scale performances. The interior reflects an Art Nouveau style featuring a grand lobby with high ceilings and intricately designed walls. The theatre’s plush seating, opulent detailing, and great acoustics create an intimate experience for viewers, compelling them to feel a part of the performance. It has managed to preserve its early 20th-century charm while presenting modern productions. **How to get to the venue**: The August Wilson Theatre is centrally located at 245 W 52nd St, making it easily accessible via numerous transportation means. Visitors can take the 1, C, E subway lines to 50th Street or the N, Q, R, W lines to 57th Street. If you prefer to bus, the M104, M20 or M7 bus lines have nearby stops. If you choose to drive, commercial parking garages are available around the theatre district. Those choosing to ride-share can set their destination to the theatre directly.

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The August Wilson Theatre has gone through a number of name changes. The building originally opened as the Guild Theatre in 1925 and went on to be used as a Radio Playhouse (WOR Mutual Radio) from 1943 to 1950.

From the 1950s, the venue became a theatre again, operating under the name of the Anta Playhouse (aka Anta Theatre). In 1981, the building was re-christened the Virginia Theatre, before assuming its present name on October 16, 2005 — two weeks after the death of the American playwright August Wilson. Wilson became the first Black person to have a Broadway theatre named for them.

## How to get to the August Wilson Theatre on Broadway

To get to the August Wilson Theatre, take the C, E, or 1 line to 50th Street and walk two blocks; the theatre is located on 52nd Street between Eighth Avenue and Broadway. Audiences can also take the M20 or M104 bus line to the 8th Ave/W 52nd St. stop.

## Restaurants near the August Wilson Theatre

Popular restaurants near the August Wilson Theatre include Haswell Green's (American), Gallagher's Steakhouse, and Rosie O'Grady's (steak and seafood). Ellen's Stardust Diner, a famous restaurant featuring singing waitstaff, is also nearby.

[Learn more about popular pre- and post-show restaurants in the Theatre District.](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatre-news/news/where-to-eat-before-and-after-a-broadway-show)

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The August Wilson Theatre, formerly known as the Guild Theatre, the Radio Playhouse, and the Virginia Theatre, is accessible by C, E, or 1 subway lines and M20 or M104 bus lines. Nearby restaurants include Haswell Green's, Gallagher's Steakhouse, Rosie O'Grady's, and Ellen's Stardust Diner.

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The August Wilson Theatre is a historic venue in New York known for its large capacity and award-winning Broadway performances.

This revival is wild in the best way because you get Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher living through this Cold War‑era story where two chess champs from opposite sides of the world are locked in rivalry and romance. The music by ABBA’s Benny Andersson and Tim Rice is infectious and the performances are huge. It’s one of those shows you talk about long after it ends. 

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*Chess* opened in the West End in 1986, came to New York in 1988, and now, almost four decades later, finally comes back to Broadway. As with other new musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar and Evita, Chess released a highly successful concept album prior to the first theatrical production in order to raise money. All things considered, that was fairly easy: the songs are by the Swedish pop group ABBA, known for songs like "Dancing Queen" and "Mamma Mia."

Tim Rice, known for his lyrics for hit shows like *Aida* and *Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat*, came up with the idea for *Chess*, also writing the original book. Rice also said that the success of the Netflix show *The Queen's Gambit* helped buoy popularity for a return of this play.

Chess also earned a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for Best New Musical, furthering the stardom of original leading lady Elaine Paige. 

## What to watch for

- Josh Groban, recently on Broadway for *Sweeney Todd*, has appeared in *Chess*; his Sweeney understudy, Nicholas Christopher, now assumes a leading role here.
- Lea Michele reunites with director Michael Mayer; the two worked on *Spring Awakening*, making Michele a star.
- Aaron Tveit is a leading man on Broadway with credits in *Catch Me if You Can, Next to Normal*, and others.
- Lea Michele was on Broadway as a child in *Ragtime*, returning to New York this season, and was most recently in *Funny Girl*.

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Chess is a musical about a World Chess Championship, an American facing off against a Russian, and the woman torn between the two of them.

Get *Chess* tickets on New York Theatre Guide and see three theatre champions take the stage: Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit (*[Moulin Rouge!](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/15911-moulin-rouge-the-musical-on-broadway-tickets)*), Emmy Award nominee Lea Michele (*Glee*), and Nicholas Christopher (*Sweeney Todd*). In the first revival since the iconic musical's Broadway debut, *Chess* plays at a to be determined Shubert-owned theatre starting this fall.

In *Chess* on Broadway, American and Russian chess champions play a match against each other while also competing for the same woman at the height of the Cold War. Soon, the personal becomes professional, and the professional becomes political. How far will the players go to win a game, their nation's love, and a woman's hand? 

Complete with hit songs including "Heaven Help My Heart," "Nobody's Side," "Anthem," and "Someone Else's Story," *Chess* is a beloved musical with songs from the team behind ABBA, the Swedish pop sensation. 

*Chess* was born as an idea from Tim Rice, the award-winning songwriter with credits that include *Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Aida, Jesus Christ Superstar*, and more. Rice also wrote the book to the original London production, which went on to receive an Olivier Award nomination for Best New Musical. Elaine Paige originated the leading lady role.

Since then, theatre stars, including Idina Mezel and Josh Groban, have sung this pop-rock, passionate score, bringing it to new generations. Now, almost four decades after the original Broadway show took its bow, *Chess* returns to New York in a scintillating new production featuring a fresh book by Emmy winner Danny Strong (*Dopesick, The Butler*). 

Plus, the production is directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer. Mayer helped make Michele a star while directing *Spring Awakening*; now, the two reunite in this Broadway smash. Ready to play? Tickets to *Chess* in New York will be available on Neww York Theatre Guide soon.

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Chess Broadway Tickets | The Official NY Theatre Guide

*Chess* follows a taut tournament as an American and Russian chess player comer together to compete, not just for first place but also for a woman's heart.

Aaron Tveit stars as Freddie Trumper in [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess) on Broadway at the [Imperial Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/imperial-theatre) from October 15, 2025.

Aaron Kyle Tveit was born in Middletown, New York on October 21, 1983. He is a Broadway favorite, originating the roles of Gabe in&nbsp;Next to Normal&nbsp;and&nbsp;Frank Abagnale, Jr. in&nbsp;Catch Me If You Can, and a television star, best known for his roles on The CW's Gossip Girl,&nbsp;USA Network's Graceland,&nbsp;and CBS' BrainDead.

Tveit attended Middleton High School, graduating in 2001, and majored in&nbsp;vocal performance (later switching to musical theatre) at Ithaca College in New York. He was cast in his first professional role&nbsp;as Steve in the national tour of&nbsp;Rent&nbsp;(and understudying the roles of Roger and Mark)&nbsp;during his second year at college and decided to leave Ithaca. He would, however, complete his college degree in 2012, with many of his stage roles qualifying as college credit.

His first big break in theatre came after landing the role of Link Larkin in the national tour of&nbsp;Hairspray&nbsp;in 2005, which&nbsp;led to him assuming the role in the Broadway production and making his Broadway debut in July 2006. Following regional theatre roles in Barrington Stage Company's Calvin Berger&nbsp;and North Shore Music Theatre's&nbsp;The Three Musketeers, he would then make his Off-Broadway debut to great acclaim, originating the role of Gabe in the musical&nbsp;Next to Normal&nbsp;at Second Stage Theater in January 2008. The role earned him his first Lucille Lortel Award nomination. He then starred as Dean in the Playwrights Horizons production of&nbsp;Saved!&nbsp;from May to June 2008&nbsp;before heading back to Broadway to star as Fiyero in the hit musical&nbsp;Wicked. He left Oz in November of that year to reprise the role of Gabe in the Arena Stage production of&nbsp;Next to Normal&nbsp;in Washington, D.C. After picking up a Helen Hayes Award for his efforts there, he returned and continued as Fiyero from January to March 2009. It was then time for the Broadway premiere of&nbsp;Next to Normal&nbsp;at the Booth Theatre, which cemented his status as a Broadway star.

Tveit's next big venture was to lead the cast of Catch Me If You Can, originating the role of&nbsp;Frank Abagnale, Jr. at the Seattle tryout in the summer of 2009, eventually landing on Broadway in March 2011. Prior to this, he made a brief return to the musical&nbsp;Rent, this time starring as Roger Davis at The Hollywood Bowl in August 2010.

Across the pond, Tveit made his London stage debut as John Wilkes Booth in the Menier Chocolate Factory revival of Stephen Sondheim's&nbsp;Assassins&nbsp;from November 2014 to February 2015. He&nbsp;would return to&nbsp;Barrington Stage Company in Massachusetts to star in another Sondheim musical in August 2017, playing Bobby in&nbsp;Company.

Tveit has also enjoyed a prolific career on screen. Broadway fans will likely remember his&nbsp;turn as Danny Zuko in Fox's widely acclaimed Grease Live!&nbsp;in 2016. His big break came in the form of the recurring role of&nbsp;Tripp van der Bilt in The CW's Gossip Girl&nbsp;from 2009 to 2012, which led to a long run as&nbsp;Mike Warren in&nbsp;USA Network's Graceland&nbsp;from 2013 to 2015 and to the role of&nbsp;Gareth Ritter in&nbsp;BrainDead&nbsp;on CBS in 2016. His most notable film role to date is as Enjolras&nbsp;in the 2012 adaptation of Les Misérables.

Tveit returned to the stage after landing the coveted role of Christian in the pre-Broadway world premiere of&nbsp;Moulin Rouge! The Musical, which reopened Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre from June to August 2018. The production transferred&nbsp;to Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre and opened in June 2019. Tveit then won his first Tony for Best Actor in a Musical.

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Lea Michele stars as Florence Vassey in [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess) on Broadway at the [Imperial Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/imperial-theatre) from October 15, 2025.

Lea Michele Sarfati is an actor and singer best known for playing Rachel Berry in the television series *Glee* and originating the role of Wendla in the Tony Award-winning musical *Spring Awakening* on Broadway. 

Born August 29, 1986, in The Bronx, New York, Michele made her Broadway debut early in life. While attending an audition with a friend at age 8, Michele unexpectedly auditioned for and landed the role of Young Cosette in *Les Misérables*. Later, she joined a Toronto-based production of *Ragtime* in 1998 and returned to Broadway in 2004 for the revival of *Fiddler on the Roof* as Shprintze. 

As a high school student in New Jersey, Michele attended the Stagedoor Manor performing arts training center, where she was in productions such as *Side by Side by Sondheim* and *The Who’s Tommy*. During her final year, she landed the role of Wendla in the workshop of Duncan Sheik’s *Spring Awakening*, which she would also perform off Broadway. During this time, Michele was accepted into New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts but turned it down to continue performing on stage.

*Spring Awakening* opened on Broadway in 2006, with Michele portraying Wendla alongside Jonathan Groff as Melchior. She turned down an offer to play Éponine in *Les Misérables* on Broadway, choosing to stay with *Spring Awakening* instead. She exited the production alongside Groff in 2008.

Michele made her silver screen breakout in 2009 as Rachel Berry on the hit comedy musical series *Glee*. Michele received Golden Globe and Emmy Award nominations for her portrayal of Rachel and remained a regular on the show for six seasons. Michele has also starred in other television shows, including *Scream Queens*, alongside Jamie Lee Curtis, and *The Mayor*, alongside Brandon Micheal Hall and Yvette Nicole Brown.

In addition to her stage and screen work, Michele has released three studio albums. Her first album, 2014’s *Louder*, debuted at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart. In 2017, she released *Places*, followed by *Christmas in the City* in 2019. 

Michele reunited with her *Spring Awakening* cast for a performance at the 75th annual Tony Awards and a one-night-only concert, which became the documentary *Spring Awakening: Those You’ve Known*. 

In 2022, Michele returned to Broadway and took over the role of Fanny Brice in the *Funny Girl* revival alongside [Ramin Karimloo](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/ramin-karimloo) and Tovah Feldshuh.

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Nicholas Christopher stars as Anatoly Sergievsky in [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess) on Broadway at the [Imperial Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/imperial-theatre) from October 15, 2025.

Best known for his stage work, Nicholas Christopher has performed on Broadway in [*Hamilton*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/384-hamilton-tickets), *Miss Saigon*, and *Sweeney Todd* after making his debut with *Motown The Musical*. Earlier, he made his professional acting debut in *In the Heights* in Puerto Rico, performing alongside Lin-Manuel Miranda.

He also starred as Seymour in [*Little Shop of Horrors*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24608-little-shop-of-horrors-tickets) and Jelly Roll Morton in *Jelly's Last Jam* off Broadway.