Merrily We Roll Along is one of the most anticipated musical productions of 2023. The show, which boasts a star-studded cast, including Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez, will make its Broadway debut this September.
Fans of musical theater have been eagerly awaiting the production, which promises to be a stunning showcase of talent and artistry. Merrily We Roll Along begins previews followed by a limited run at Hudson Theatre Broadway in New York starting September 19.
Everything We Know About the Cast of Merrily We Roll Along
Daniel Radcliffe will be playing the role of Franklin Shepard, making this his third appearance on Broadway. Today, Radcliffe is a highly regarded actor who has proven his versatility and range on stage and screen.
Jonathan Groff, a Tony Award-nominated actor, has also appeared in TV shows like “Mindhunter” and “Looking.” Undoubtedly, his charisma and talent are sure to shine in this production.
Lindsay Mendez, a Tony Award-winning actress known for her roles in Carousel and Wicked. Mendez is a powerhouse performer who brings depth and emotion to every role she plays. Fans will be thrilled to see her take on this complex character.
The Powerhouse Production Team
Currently, the creative team behind Merrily We Roll Along is equally impressive. Maria Friedman, and choreographed by Tim Jackson. Also, Stephen Sondheim is the original composer of this musical. Sondheim is known for his intricate and complex music and lyrics, and this show is no exception.
The production team is also full of greats such as Soutra Gilmour leading Scenic & Costume Design. Amith Chandrashaker is the Lighting Designer with Kai Harada handling Sound Design.
UnkleDave’s Fight-House also makes an appearance, leading the Fight & Intimacy Direction. Cookie Jordan is on Hair & Wig Design; Jonathan Tunick on Orchestrations; Catherine Jayes on Music Supervisor; Alvin Hough, Jr. on Music Director; Jim Carnahan, CSA & Jason Thinger, CSA, on Casting, and Jhanaë K-C Bonnick as Stage Manager.
With such a talented team at the helm, this is sure to be a visually stunning and emotionally resonant production.
The Plot of the Merrily We Roll Along
Merrily We Roll Along is a classical American musical with music by Stephen Sondheim and the book by George Furth. The musical is based off of the play of the same name by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart.
The production focuses on the the roller-coaster relationship between composer Franklin Shepard and his two lifelong friends. The musical features some of Stephen Sondheim’s most celebrated musical numbers.
