NY - Why TT

NY - Why TT - Desktop

TT WHY TT Desktop Banner

NY - Why TT - Mobile

TT WHY TT Mobile Banner

New York

New York Nav Links [NEW]

More shows

WL NYC Nav

*Galileo* is a new musical about an ancient story: a man, his discoveries, and the powers he challenged to fight for the truth.

Ages 10+. Children under 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

Galileo on Broadway - NYC [46289]

Galileo on Broadway

Galileo, A New Musical key art — a man looking up at a starry night sky, with the show title in gold.

Galileo on Broadway - Product Media - App Hero Image

Galileo - Product Media - Hero Image 2

Galileo on Broadway - NYC [46289] - Product Media

Galileo on Broadway - Product Media - Header Image

Galileo - Product Media - Video Trailer

Galileo on Broadway - Product Media - Poster Image

Poster of Galileo on Broadway in New York.

Galileo on Broadway - Product Media - Poster Image (Square)

Variety said *Galileo* gives its star, the vocal powerhouse Raúl Esparza, "show-stopping" songs. Amanda Lipitz, Henry Tisch, and Jordan Roth are producing this new show. “The moment Galileo lifts his telescope to the sky and reshapes our understanding of the universe is one of history’s great turning points," the producing team said in a joint statement. 

They also added, "Bringing that moment to the stage feels both thrilling and urgent. Though this story unfolds more than 400 years ago, its themes resonate with striking clarity today. We’re telling a story that captures the enduring tension between truth and power — and the courage required to stand by what you know is right, even when doing so comes at great cost. That kind of courage is the essential force on which human progress relies, and it is why Galileo — and those like him — are the ones who change the course of history.”

## What to watch for
- Raúl Esparza is known for his leading man roles in musicals like *Company, Leap of Faith, 	Chitty Chitty Bang Bang*, and more.
- Broadway stalwart Jeremy Kushnier (*Head Over Heels*) and rising star Joy Woods (*Gypsy*, Tony nominee) co-star alongside Esparza.
- David Neumann, a Tony nominee for *[Hadestown](https://www.todaytix.com/nyc/shows/14748-hadestown)*, is the choreographer of this new musical.
- Variety called the musical "assertive" with "’80s-Style Power Ballads."

# Additional information

Strobe or flashing lights are used in this production. 

This production contains moments of darkness. 

This production uses theatrical haze and smoke. 

Children under 4 years old will not be admitted. 

No weapons permitted on the premises. No outside food or beverages, electric scooters, e-bikes, or battery-powered transportation devices, except when medically necessary. 

All items are subject to inspection. Anything brought into the theatre must fit on your lap or completely under your seat without blocking any aisles. Avoid bringing packages, luggage, and backpacks. Some items must be checked. 

The use of cameras, cell phones, and other recording devices during the show is strictly prohibited by law, except when used for accessibility services. 

__Audio Described / Captioned Performances__ 
Audio description and personal captioning are available on your mobile device by downloading the GalaPro app from Apple or Google. Hand-held devices are available to borrow at the Shubert Audience Services kiosk. Reservations are strongly recommended.

Galileo on Broadway  - NYC - Todaytix

See this gorgeous and stellar new musical starring four-time Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza. *Galileo* the musical comes to New York after its acclaimed run at Berkeley Rep in California, where the San Francisco Chronicle wrote that "Esparza has so much vocal power that, in a beat of silence after he sings, an echo has its own beginning, middle and end."

The musical brings together a powerhouse team. Directed by Tony winner Michael Mayer and co-starring Tony nominee Joy Woods and Jeremy Kushnier, *Galileo* on Broadway examines the fraught period in which famed scientist Galileo Galilei argued that his celestial observations go against the church's teachings, ushering in a new way of seeing the world and its place in the universe. 

Charged with a rock score and sweeping in its storytelling and sumptuous design, Galileo may be an ancient figure, but this musical is for today's audiences.

The musical is produced by Amanda Lipitz, Henry Tisch, and Jordan Roth. In a joint statement, they said, “The moment Galileo lifts his telescope to the sky and reshapes our understanding of the universe is one of history’s great turning points." 

They also added, "Bringing that moment to the stage feels both thrilling and urgent. Though this story unfolds more than 400 years ago, its themes resonate with striking clarity today. We’re telling a story that captures the enduring tension between truth and power — and the courage required to stand by what you know is right, even when doing so comes at great cost. That kind of courage is the essential force on which human progress relies, and it is why Galileo — and those like him — are the ones who change the course of history.”

Galileo on Broadway  - NYC - NYTG

Galileo Broadway Tickets | The Official NY Theatre Guide

The musical *Galileo* is about the pivotal moment in which the famous scientist challenged humanity’s understanding of the universe.

Raúl Esparza stars in the title role of [*Galileo*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/46289-galileo-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Shubert Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/shubert-theatre) from November 10, 2026.

One of Broadway's foremost leading men, Esparza is a four-time Tony Award nominee for *Taboo, Company, The Homecoming*, and *Speed-the-Plow* on Broadway, earning nominations in all four male acting categories. He is also an eight-time Drama Desk nominee, winning three times for *Taboo, Company*, and *The Homecoming*, and a Theatre World Award winner for *The Rocky Horror Show*. He has appeared in over a dozen Broadway shows total and is also known to TV audiences as New York Assistant District Attorney Rafael Barba in *Law & Order: SVU*.

Raúl Esparza - NY

esparza

Jeremy Kushnier stars as Bishop Maffeo Barberini in [*Galileo*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/46289-galileo-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Shubert Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/shubert-theatre) from November 10, 2026.

Known for his performances in Broadway musicals, Kushnier made his Broadway debut as Roger in *Rent* and has since played other starring roles in *Footloose, Jersey Boys*, and *Head Over Heels*. He has also starred in Cirque du Soleil's *Paramour* on Broadway and [*Little Shop of Horrors*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24608-little-shop-of-horrors-tickets) off Broadway.

Jeremy Kushnier - NY

kushnier

Joy Woods stars as Virginia Galilei in [*Galileo*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/46289-galileo-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Shubert Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/shubert-theatre) from November 10, 2026.

Woods earned a 2025 Tony Award nomination for her performance Louise in [*Gypsy*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/41161-gypsy-on-broadway) on Broadway. Woods first gained prominence in the NYC theatre scene as part of [*Little Shop of Horrors*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24608-little-shop-of-horrors-tickets), making her Off-Broadway debut as Chiffon and later stepping into the lead role of Audrey. She has since earned critical acclaim for her performances as Martha Mills in *I Can Get It For You Wholesale* off Broadway and Middle Allie in the musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks's *The Notebook* on Broadway.

Joy Woods - NY

Joy (1)

Javier Muñoz stars as Bishop Maffeo Barberini in [*Galileo*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/46289-galileo-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Shubert Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/shubert-theatre) from November 10, 2026.

Muñoz is best known as the first replacement for Lin-Manuel Miranda in the title role of *Hamilton* on Broadway, which he assumed full-time after performing as his alternate in the original cast. He previously understudied, and later replaced, Miranda as Usnavi in *In the Heights* on Broadway, earning a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Ensemble alongside his castmates. He later cameoed in the musical's 2021 film adaptation.

Additionally, he had a recurring guest role as Lorenzo Rey in *Shadowhunters*.

Javier Muñoz - NY

javier

Bradley Dean stars as Bishop Grasso in [*Galileo*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/46289-galileo-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Shubert Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/shubert-theatre) from November 10, 2026.

Dean has performed in over a dozen Broadway shows since making his debut in 2000's *Jane Eyre*, with credits in major musicals including *The Phantom of the Opera, A Little Night Music, Dear Evan Hansen, Company, Spamalot*, and *Evita*. He has appeared off Broadway in three musicals at New York City Center — *Bat Out of Hell, The Most Happy Fella*, and *A New Brain* — and toured internationally with *The Rocky Horror Show* and *Jekyll and Hyde*.

Bradley Dean - NY

bradley

Jordon Lee Garcia makes his Broadway debut as Alessandro Tarantola in [*Galileo*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/46289-galileo-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Shubert Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/shubert-theatre) from November 10, 2026. He previously performed in developmental workshops of the *10 Things I Hate About You* musical as Patrick and another new musical, *Particle Fever*, directed by Leigh Silverman.

Jordon Lee Garcia - NY

jordon

Michael Park is the alternate for the role of Galileo Galilei in [*Galileo*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/46289-galileo-on-broadway) on Broadway at the [Shubert Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/shubert-theatre) from November 10, 2026.

Park's Broadway credits include *Dear Evan Hansen,* *Cat on a Hot Tin Roof,* *How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,* *Tuck Everlasting,* and [*Redwood*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/41270-redwood-on-broadway). Park won two Emmy Awards for his role as Jack Snyder on *As the World Turns* and appeared in television series including *Stranger Things,* *Chicago P.D.,* and *The Good Wife.*

Michael Park - NYC 

michael

The Shubert Theatre is a historic Broadway venue located in New York City's theater district. Originally opening its doors in 1913, it has solidly anchored its place in history, hosting major productions like A Chorus Line and Hello, Dolly! With a seating capacity of 1460, this gem of a theatre is designed in the style of the Italian Renaissance, featuring a blue-domed ceiling adorned with a galaxy of twinkling stars. The Shubert Theatre's architecture sets a magical environment for hosting ground-breaking musicals and dramatic performances. It maintains an intimate atmosphere despite its ample size, allowing every patron an immersive experience. 

## How to get to Shubert Theatre
Located at 225 West 44th Street, between 7th and 8th Avenue, the theatre is easily accessible. If commuting by subway, you can take the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, S or shuttle to Times Square station, or the A, C, or E to Port Authority. Additionally, the M104, M42, M6, M7, and M10 buses stop near the Shubert Theatre. It's recommended to plan for potential delays as the area can get crowded during showtimes.

Shubert Theatre - NY

shubert theatre-1600x1200px

Shubert Theatre

Designed by Henry Beaumont Herts, The Shubert Theatre was built at the same time as the adjoining [Booth Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/booth-theatre). The Shubert Theatre officially opened on October 21, 1913 with *Caesar and Cleopatra* by George Bernard Shaw.

The theatre was named after Sam S. Shubert, one of the founding brothers of the Shubert Organization, which operates 17 Broadway venues. The Shubert Theatre building still houses the organization's offices on the top floor. The Shubert Theatre is a designated New York City landmark.

## How to get to the Shubert Theatre on Broadway

The Shubert Theatre is closest to the 42nd Street subway stop on the A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, W, and S lines. The closest bus stops are 8th Ave/W 46th St. on the M20 and M104 lines; 7th Ave/W. 44th St. on the M104 line; and 8th Ave/W 43rd St. on the M20, M104, and M34A-SBS line.


Shubert Theatre - New York Theatre Guide

Discover the charm of the Shubert Theatre, now showcasing Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen. Get your tickets today for an unforgettable night of Broadway excitement.

Shubert Theatre - TodayTix

A theater seating chart showing the stage at the top, followed by orchestra, mezzanine, and balcony sections with labeled rows and seats.

Shubert Theatre Seating Plan - NYC 

The Shubert Theatre, a historic Broadway venue, features groundbreaking performances. It is easily accessible via Times Square and Port Authority subway stations.

E-ticket

Video cover image

Save with limited-time offers on tickets for this show.

US - Special offer (Shubert)

Stars on Stage

Broadway

NY - Fall Preview - Nav Link

On this Fall

New York Broadway

Off-Broadway

NY - Collections

Collections

New York all events

All shows

New York Musicals

Musicals

New York plays

Plays

Comedy

New York family

Family-friendly

NY Non-Theatre

Attractions and Events

New this season

Concerts

Opera

NY - Top Nav - Dance

Dance

Rush & Lottery - NYC

Rush & lottery

Deals & offers

More

Adelaide

Adelaide Nav Links

Boston

Boston Nav Links [NEW]

WL BOS Nav

Brisbane

Brisbane Nav Links

Chicago

Chicago Nav Links [NEW]

WL Chicago Nav

London

London Nav Links [NEW]

WL UK Nav

Los Angeles + OC

LA Nav Links [NEW]

WL LA Nav

Melbourne

Melbourne Nav Links [NEW]

WL AUS Location Links Nav

Perth

Perth Nav Links

SF Bay Area

SF Bay Area Nav Links [NEW] - TT

WL SF Nav

Sydney

Sydney Nav Links [NEW]

Washington DC

DC Nav Links [NEW]

WL DC Nav

TodayTix

TT - PDP - West End/Off-West End - Template

TT - PDP - Accessibility - Template

TT - PDP - Run Length - Template

TT - PDP - Show-Score - Template

TT - PDP - Cast - Template

TT - PDP - Director - Template

TT - PDP - Music and Lyrics - Template

TT - PDP - Writer - Template

TT - PDP - Tickets - Template

TT - PDP - Show - Running time - Template

TT - PDP - Show - Venue - Template

TT - PDP - Age recommendation - Template

TT - PDP - Entry price - Template

ALL - PDP - Short description - Template

Get the best prices on tickets for [Product Name] in [City] on TodayTix. [Sales Message]

[Product Name] tickets | [City] | TodayTix

TT - PDP - Broadway/Off-Broadway - Template

Get the best prices on theatre tickets for [Product Name] on TodayTix. [Sales Message]

New York 

Boston 

Los Angeles

Orange County

Seattle

Get the best prices on tickets for [Product Name] on TodayTix. [Sales Message]

TT - PDP - Attraction - Running time - Template

TT - PDP - Experience - Venue - Template

Explore the most exciting [Headline Title]. Discover our wide selection of events and book tickets at the best prices on TodayTix today!

[Headline Title] | Book tickets | TodayTix

Explore [Venue] events and book your tickets online on TodayTix. Discover schedules, ticket options, and book your next experience in [City] today.

[Venue] | Book tickets online | TodayTix

Owned

Ages 12+. Children under 4 years old will not be admitted.

Chess on Broadway - NYC [44447]

Chess on Broadway

Chess - Product Media - App Hero Image

Chess - Product Media - Header Image

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a group of people in costumes reach up toward two individuals standing on a raised platform, set against a vibrant purple background in a theatrical stage production.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 2

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a woman stands center stage singing under a spotlight, with a group of people in suits standing in the background amid blue and purple stage lighting.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 3

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a group of performers in suits stand on a brightly lit stage with blue and red lighting, led by a man in the center front.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 4

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a man in sunglasses stands confidently on stage, surrounded by people in suits raising their hands, with a large screen displaying his image and the text "Freddie Trumper American Chess Champion.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 5

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a two actors on stage face each other intensely under dramatic lighting, with additional cast members seated and projected images in the background.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 6

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a man in a dark suit stands at the front of a stage, clenching his fist and shouting, while a group of people behind him react dramatically under colorful stage lighting.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 7

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 8

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a person wearing a maroon double-breasted coat stands on stage under dramatic lighting, holding one hand to their chest with a concerned expression.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 9

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a group of actors in suits stand onstage around a central figure with raised arms under dramatic blue and pink lighting, with a modern set design in the background.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 10

Production photo of Chess on Broadway showing a group of performers in matching gray suits pose dramatically on stage, with one person elevated above them; a mountain backdrop is displayed behind.

Chess on Broadway - Product Media - Image - Asset 11

Chess - Product Media - Poster Image

Chess - Product Media - Square Image

*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*.

__Audio Described / Captioned Performances__  
Audio description and personal captioning are available on your mobile device by downloading the GalaPro app from Apple or Google. Hand-held devices are available to borrow at the Shubert Audience Services kiosk.

Chess - NYC - Todaytix

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 and see three theatre champions take the stage in this five-time Tony Award-nominated revival: 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 2026 Tony nominee Nicholas Christopher (*Sweeney Todd*).

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?

Chess - NYC - NYTG

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 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 as Christian in the pre-Broadway world premiere of&nbsp;Moulin Rouge! The Musical in 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.

From 2025-26, Tveit starred as Freddie Trumper in the first Broadway revival of [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess), and he played a limited return engagament in *Moulin Rouge!* in August 2026.

Aaron Tveit - NY

Aaron-Tveit

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. In 2025, she starred as Florence Vassy in the first Broadway revival of [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess).

Lea Michele - NY

lea michele-200

Nicholas Christopher stars as Bobby Darin in [*Just in Time*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/42905-just-in-time-on-broadway) on Broadway at [Circle In The Square Theater](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/theatres/circle-in-the-square-theatre) beginning November 10.

Nicholas Christopher earned his first Tony Award nomination in 2026 for starring as Anatoly Sergievsky in the first revival of [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess) on Broadway.

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.

Nicholas Christopher - NY

Nicholas B W 200

Hannah Cruz stars as Audrey in [*Little Shop of Horrors*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/24608-little-shop-of-horrors) off Broadway at [Westside Theatre](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/venues/westside-theatre) starting October 27, 2026.

Hannah Cruz earned her first Tony Award nomination in 2026 for starring as Svetlana in the first revival of [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess) on Broadway.

Cruz made her Broadway debut as Inez Milholland in *Suffs* in 2024 after starring in a different role, Ruza Wenclawska, for the musical's Off-Broadway world premiere in 2022. Additional Off-Broadway credits include the dance musical *Only Gold* and Jason Robert Brown's Outer Critics Circle, Lucille Lortel, and Drama Desk Award-nominated musical *The Connector*.

Cruz has also performed in the national tours of [*Hamilton*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/384-hamilton-tickets) (IRNE Award for Best Actress), *Legally Blonde*, and *Bullets Over Broadway*, and she will star as Gussie in Richard Linklater's upcoming *Merrily We Roll Along* film opposite [Paul Mescal](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/paul-mescal), [Ben Platt](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/ben-platt), and [Beanie Feldstein](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/stars-on-stage/beanie-feldstein).

Hannah Cruz - NY

cruz

Sean Allan Krill's Broadway credits include *Jagged Little Pill,* for which he received a Tony Award nomination, *Honeymoon in Vegas, Parade*, *Floyd Collins*, [*Chess*](https://www.newyorktheatreguide.com/show/44447-chess) and *On a Clear Day You Can See Forever.* Krill appeared in television series including *The Blacklist,* *Dr. Death,* and *Mr. Robot.* With a decades-spanning career, he also has many Off-Broadway credits to his name, especially in new works.

Bradley Dean

Bradley Dean's current shows

Bradley Dean's past shows