Ayaan Diop
Ayaan Diop is thrilled to make his Broadway debut at 9 years old. He recently starred as “Carson” in the Kennedy Center’s Schmigadoon!
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Ayaan Diop is thrilled to make his Broadway debut at 9 years old. He recently starred as “Carson” in the Kennedy Center’s Schmigadoon! Notable credits: “Blaze & The Monster Machines,” “The Doctor Is In” and “Wonder Pets: In the City.” He is the beloved main character of two children’s books: I Am Smart, I Am Blessed, I Can Do ANYTHING! and I Am Amazing! He dedicates this performance to his Grandpa, with gratitude to God and his family.
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The cast of "Schmigadoon!" including Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, Ana Gasteyer, Maulik Pancholy, Ann Harada, Brad Oscar, Isabelle McCalla, Ayaan Diop, Ivan Hernandez, Max Clayton, McKenzie Kurtz, Afra Hines, Becca Petersen, Brandon Block, Clyde Alves, Jess LeProtto, Joshua Burrage, Kaleigh Cronin, Keven Quillon, Kimberly Immanuel, Lauralyn McClelland, Lyrica Woodruff, Maria Briggs, Miles McNicoll, Nathan Lucrezio, Richard Riaz Yoder, Shina Ann Morris, Zachary Downer
Date:
03/23/2026
From: Photos: SCHMIGADOON! Meets the Press Ahead of Broadway Premiere
The cast of "Schmigadoon!" including Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, Ana Gasteyer, Maulik Pancholy, Ann Harada, Brad Oscar, Isabelle McCalla, Ayaan Diop, Ivan Hernandez, Max Clayton, McKenzie Kurtz, Afra Hines, Becca Petersen, Brandon Block, Clyde Alves, Jess LeProtto, Joshua Burrage, Kaleigh Cronin, Keven Quillon, Kimberly Immanuel, Lauralyn McClelland, Lyrica Woodruff, Maria Briggs, Miles McNicoll, Nathan Lucrezio, Richard Riaz Yoder, Shina Ann Morris, Zachary Downer
Date:
03/23/2026
From: Photos: SCHMIGADOON! Meets the Press Ahead of Broadway Premiere
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Videos
Video: Lorne Michaels Celebrates Tony Win- 'Broadway Has Always Been a Part of My Life'
by Talking Tonys - 2026-06-08 00:21:21
Video: Watch Ana Gasteyer Sing 'Tribulation' from SCHMIGADOON! on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-02 10:05:55
Video: Watch First Production Footage of SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2026-04-27 15:38:36
Video: Watch SCHMIGADOON! Cast Perform 'Corn Puddin' on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2026-04-13 13:58:13
Video: Welcome to SCHMIGADOON! Go Inside Rehearsals with the Broadway Cast
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-03-24 10:40:34
Videos: Watch Songs From SCHMIGADOON! Musical Including 'Corn Puddin'' & More
by Michael Major - 2025-01-22 11:19:54
News
Juan Pablo Di Pace to Make Broadway Debut in SCHMIGADOON!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
Juan Pablo Di Pace, known for roles in Netflix's Fuller House and the film Mamma Mia!, will make his Broadway debut stepping into the role of Doc in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2026
Juan Pablo Di Pace, known for roles in Netflix's Fuller House and the film Mamma Mia!, will make his Broadway debut stepping into the role of Doc in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON!
Photos: Jennifer Simard Joins SCHMIGADOON! As 'Mildred Layton'
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
Tony and Grammy nominee Jennifer Simard currently performs in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON! at the Nederlander Theatre, taking on the role of Mildred Layton. Check out new photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026
Tony and Grammy nominee Jennifer Simard currently performs in the Tony Award-winning musical SCHMIGADOON! at the Nederlander Theatre, taking on the role of Mildred Layton. Check out new photos from the production.
Photo: Tony-Winner Cinco Paul Teases New Musical SWEET JESUS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Schmigadoon! creator Cinco Paul has teased a new musical titled Sweet Jesus, sharing a look at a recent developmental session for the project, which features music and lyrics by the Tony and Emmy Award winner.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Schmigadoon! creator Cinco Paul has teased a new musical titled Sweet Jesus, sharing a look at a recent developmental session for the project, which features music and lyrics by the Tony and Emmy Award winner.
Video: Jennifer Simard Debuts As 'Mildred Layton' in SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026
Watch video of Jennifer Simard making her first entrance as Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway. Simard joined the Tony Award-winning musical at the Nederlander Theatre on September 8, succeeding Ana Gasteyer in the role.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026
Watch video of Jennifer Simard making her first entrance as Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway. Simard joined the Tony Award-winning musical at the Nederlander Theatre on September 8, succeeding Ana Gasteyer in the role.
SCHMIGADOON! Extends on Broadway Through April 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Schmigadoon!, which was originally scheduled to run on Broadway through early January 2027, has now been extended through early April 2027, adding 13 more weeks of performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2026
Schmigadoon!, which was originally scheduled to run on Broadway through early January 2027, has now been extended through early April 2027, adding 13 more weeks of performances.
Video: SCHMIGADOON! Performs 'Cross That Bridge' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Aug 27, 2026
Alex Brightman and the cast of Schmigadoon! crossed the bridge into Good Morning America for a special performance! Watch a video of the company of the Tony-winning musical perform 'Cross That Bridge' on the hit morning show.
by Michael Major - Aug 27, 2026
Alex Brightman and the cast of Schmigadoon! crossed the bridge into Good Morning America for a special performance! Watch a video of the company of the Tony-winning musical perform 'Cross That Bridge' on the hit morning show.
Jennifer Simard Will Join the Cast of SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Three-time Tony Award and Grammy Award nominee Jennifer Simard will step into the role of Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway beginning in September. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026
Three-time Tony Award and Grammy Award nominee Jennifer Simard will step into the role of Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway beginning in September. Learn more here!
Listen: SCHMIGADOON! Original Broadway Cast Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2026
The original Broadway cast recording for Schmigadoon! is currently available to stream everywhere you listen to music. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) includes the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2026
The original Broadway cast recording for Schmigadoon! is currently available to stream everywhere you listen to music. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) includes the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
Listen: SCHMIGADOON! Releases 'Corn Puddin'' From its Original Broadway Cast Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
Schmigadoon! has released its first single from the original Broadway cast recording, “Corn Puddin’”. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) will be released this month. Listen to single here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
Schmigadoon! has released its first single from the original Broadway cast recording, “Corn Puddin’”. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) will be released this month. Listen to single here!
Video: McKenzie Kurtz, Alex Brightman & the SCHMIGADOON! Cast Record 'Corn Puddin'
by Michael Major - Aug 7, 2026
Watch a video at McKenzie Kurtz, Alex Brightman, and the cast of Schmigadoon! recording 'Corn Puddin'' for their new cast recording. The track is the first single released from the new album.
by Michael Major - Aug 7, 2026
Watch a video at McKenzie Kurtz, Alex Brightman, and the cast of Schmigadoon! recording 'Corn Puddin'' for their new cast recording. The track is the first single released from the new album.
Ana Gasteyer Will Depart SCHMIGADOON! in September
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026
Emmy Award-winner Ana Gasteyer will play her final performance as Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway this September. Replacement casting for the role of Mildred Layton is to be announced.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026
Emmy Award-winner Ana Gasteyer will play her final performance as Mildred Layton in Schmigadoon! on Broadway this September. Replacement casting for the role of Mildred Layton is to be announced.
Video: Max Clayton Performs 'Can't Tame Me' in SCHMIGADOON! With Sara Chase
by Michael Major - Jul 30, 2026
Schmigadoon! has released new footage of Max Clayton performing 'You Can't Tame Me' in the Tony-winning production. Joined by Tony nominee Sara Chase, watch a video of Clayton performing the Carousel-inspired number.
by Michael Major - Jul 30, 2026
Schmigadoon! has released new footage of Max Clayton performing 'You Can't Tame Me' in the Tony-winning production. Joined by Tony nominee Sara Chase, watch a video of Clayton performing the Carousel-inspired number.
SCHMIGADOON! Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
Schmigadoon! will release an original Broadway cast recording on Friday, August 21. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) will include the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026
Schmigadoon! will release an original Broadway cast recording on Friday, August 21. Schmigadoon! (Original Broadway Cast Recording) will include the entire Tony Award-winning score and orchestrations.
Interview: Westfield's Joshua Burrage Talks SCHMIGADOON!
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 22, 2026
Westfield native Joshua Burrage knows a thing or two about stepping, or in his case dancing, his way into the fantasy worlds of Broadway musicals. Burrage made his Broadway debut in the 2016 revival of “Cats” and, in the 2024–25 season, was in the ensemble of “BOOP! The Musical,” about the animated film vixen Betty Boop.
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 22, 2026
Westfield native Joshua Burrage knows a thing or two about stepping, or in his case dancing, his way into the fantasy worlds of Broadway musicals. Burrage made his Broadway debut in the 2016 revival of “Cats” and, in the 2024–25 season, was in the ensemble of “BOOP! The Musical,” about the animated film vixen Betty Boop.
Photos: Hannah Waddingham Visits SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 16, 2026
Emmy Award winner Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso) visited the Tony Award winning Best Musical Schmigadoon! this week. Check out photos of Hannah with the company.
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 16, 2026
Emmy Award winner Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso) visited the Tony Award winning Best Musical Schmigadoon! this week. Check out photos of Hannah with the company.
Photos: Donna McKechnie and Malik Nabers Visit SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 8, 2026
Two stars visited the cast of Schmigadoon! on Broadway: dance legend Donna McKechnie and New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers. See photos from their visit!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 8, 2026
Two stars visited the cast of Schmigadoon! on Broadway: dance legend Donna McKechnie and New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers. See photos from their visit!
Video: Watch the Full Corn Puddin' Number From SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2026
Check out footage of the company of the Tony Award-winning Schmidagoon! on Broadway perform the full corn puddin' number! Schmigadoon! stars Alex Brightman and Sara Chase, plus more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2026
Check out footage of the company of the Tony Award-winning Schmidagoon! on Broadway perform the full corn puddin' number! Schmigadoon! stars Alex Brightman and Sara Chase, plus more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 11, 2026- 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards Winners Announced
by - Jun 11, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 11, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jun 11, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 11, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Creative Goods Launches Corn Puddin' Candle in Honor of SCHMIGADOON!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
Creative Goods is launching a brand new piece of merchandise to celebrate the Schmigadoon’s Best Musical Tony Award! Take the Schmigadoon picnic home with you with a realistic corn puddin candle.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
Creative Goods is launching a brand new piece of merchandise to celebrate the Schmigadoon’s Best Musical Tony Award! Take the Schmigadoon picnic home with you with a realistic corn puddin candle.
SCHMIGADOON! Completes Apple TV EGOT With Best Musical Victory
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
Apple TV has achieved EGOT status following Schmigadoon!'s Best Musical victory at the 2026 Tony Awards. The Broadway adaptation earned four Tony Awards and completed the company's collection of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony honors.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026
Apple TV has achieved EGOT status following Schmigadoon!'s Best Musical victory at the 2026 Tony Awards. The Broadway adaptation earned four Tony Awards and completed the company's collection of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony honors.
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