Ayaan Diop
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BIO
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.
Photos
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
STAGE CREDITS
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
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.
Video: Lorne Michaels Celebrates Tony Win- 'Broadway Has Always Been a Part of My Life'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 8, 2026
Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Schmigadoon! took home a Tony Award for Best Musical. After the team left the stage at Radio City Music Hall, lead producer Lorne Michaels checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction! Watch in this video.
by Talking Tonys - Jun 8, 2026
Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Schmigadoon! took home a Tony Award for Best Musical. After the team left the stage at Radio City Music Hall, lead producer Lorne Michaels checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction! Watch in this video.
Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and More Set for the 79th Annual Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
Video: Watch Ana Gasteyer Sing 'Tribulation' from SCHMIGADOON! on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026
Yee honk! The cast of the 12-time Tony-nominated musical Schmigadoon! visited The Tonight Show on Monday for a special performance from the musical. Watch the company perform 'Tribulation,' led by Ana Gasteyer.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026
Yee honk! The cast of the 12-time Tony-nominated musical Schmigadoon! visited The Tonight Show on Monday for a special performance from the musical. Watch the company perform 'Tribulation,' led by Ana Gasteyer.
Final Chance to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - Jun 2, 2026
This is the final chance to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
by Team BWW - Jun 2, 2026
This is the final chance to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Final Week to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards; THE LOST BOYS Leads Best New Musical
by Team BWW - May 29, 2026
There's just four days left to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
by Team BWW - May 29, 2026
There's just four days left to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
SCHMIGADOON! to Release Broadway Cast Recording This Summer
by Michael Major - May 28, 2026
Schmigadoon! will release a Broadway cast recording this summer. Produced by Joy Machine Records, the upcoming album will capture Cinco Paul's Tony-nominated score, which includes new material not heard in the Apple TV series.
by Michael Major - May 28, 2026
Schmigadoon! will release a Broadway cast recording this summer. Produced by Joy Machine Records, the upcoming album will capture Cinco Paul's Tony-nominated score, which includes new material not heard in the Apple TV series.
SCHMIGADOON! Wins 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2026
Schmigadoon! has won the 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2026
Schmigadoon! has won the 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical.
First Standings Revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - May 22, 2026
The first standings have been revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large.
by Team BWW - May 22, 2026
The first standings have been revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large.
Video: Watch the Cast of SCHMIGADOON! Perform 'Corn Puddin'
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026
A recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show spotlighted the 12-time Tony-nominated musical Schmigadoon! with a performance of the fan-favorite number, 'Corn Puddin.' Watch the rousing performance now.
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026
A recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show spotlighted the 12-time Tony-nominated musical Schmigadoon! with a performance of the fan-favorite number, 'Corn Puddin.' Watch the rousing performance now.
SCHMIGADOON! to Launch North American Tour in September 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Schmigadoon! will launch a North American Tour in September 2027. Major engagements are slated for Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and more. Further cities and casting will be revealed at a later date.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Schmigadoon! will launch a North American Tour in September 2027. Major engagements are slated for Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and more. Further cities and casting will be revealed at a later date.
Photos: Angela Bassett Visits the Cast of SCHMIGADOON! on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - May 18, 2026
TV and film star Angela Bassett came to see Schmigadoon! on Broadway. See photos of Bassett with the company of the Tony-nominated musical, including director Christopher Gattelli and more.
by Bruce Glikas - May 18, 2026
TV and film star Angela Bassett came to see Schmigadoon! on Broadway. See photos of Bassett with the company of the Tony-nominated musical, including director Christopher Gattelli and more.
Ayaan Diop Says There is Dancing, Cake & More Backstage at SCHMIGADOON!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2026
In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Ayaan Diop, who plays Carson in the Broadway production of Schmigadoon! He takes us backstage at the Nederlander Theatre to share some of his favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2026
In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Ayaan Diop, who plays Carson in the Broadway production of Schmigadoon! He takes us backstage at the Nederlander Theatre to share some of his favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!
Video: SCHMIGADOON! Cast Performs 'With All Your Heart' and 'Corn Puddin'
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
The cast of Schmigadoon! recently stopped by The TODAY Show as part of the Citi Concert Series to perform two songs from the show. The cast took to the plaza to perform 'With All Your Heart.' Check out the full performances in the video here.
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2026
The cast of Schmigadoon! recently stopped by The TODAY Show as part of the Citi Concert Series to perform two songs from the show. The cast took to the plaza to perform 'With All Your Heart.' Check out the full performances in the video here.
Video: Watch SCHMIGADOON! Perform 'With All Of Your Heart'
by Michael Major - May 8, 2026
Watch a video of Isabelle McCalla leading the cast of Schmigadoon! on Broadway in 'With All of Your Heart.' The show-stopping number, which kicks off Act Two, features the ensemble performing Christopher Gattelli's Tony-nominated choreography.
by Michael Major - May 8, 2026
Watch a video of Isabelle McCalla leading the cast of Schmigadoon! on Broadway in 'With All of Your Heart.' The show-stopping number, which kicks off Act Two, features the ensemble performing Christopher Gattelli's Tony-nominated choreography.
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