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Brent Thiessen

Brent returns to Broadway in his second original musical of the year after starring as John Perry in Beaches at the Majestic Theatre. WANTED marks the 50th production of his career.

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Brent returns to Broadway in his second original musical of the year after starring as John Perry in Beaches at the Majestic Theatre. WANTED marks the 50th production of his career. Love to Jennifer.

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Wanted
[Broadway]
2026
Swing (Swing)
Beaches
[Broadway]
2026
John Perry
Pretty Woman Pretty Woman
[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2020
Edward Lewis, Ensemble , Philip Stuckey (Understudy)

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WANTED on Broadway to Offer $35 Tickets Through Digital Lottery Photo
WANTED on Broadway to Offer $35 Tickets Through Digital Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2026

WANTED will launch a digital lottery for its Broadway run at the James Earl Jones Theatre, offering a limited number of $35 tickets for each performance.
Video: Meet the Company Bringing WANTED to Broadway Photo
Video: Meet the Company Bringing WANTED to Broadway
by Sam Anctil - Oct 5, 2026

Wanted is getting ready to make its mark on Broadway. The new musical by Angelica Chéri and Ross Baum begins previews October 15 at the James Earl Jones Theatre, and BroadwayWorld recently stopped by the Baryshnikov Arts Center to catch a sneak peek and chat with the cast and creative team. Watch the video to hear more from the cast and creative team of Wanted.
Video: Watch Liisi LaFontaine & Luke James Sing 'Under a Different Sun' from WANTED Photo
Video: Watch Liisi LaFontaine & Luke James Sing 'Under a Different Sun' from WANTED
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2026

Rehearsals are officially underway for Wanted. A new Broadway musical inspired by a Clarke family story carried for generations, Wanted is the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Wanted will begin previews Thursday, October 15 ahead of an opening night on Sunday, November 8. The cast just met the press and you can check out a sneak peek of 'Under a Different Sun', performed by Liisi LaFontaine and Luke James, in this video.
Photos: Meet the Broadway-Bound Cast of WANTED Photo
Photos: Meet the Broadway-Bound Cast of WANTED
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 29, 2026

Rehearsals are officially underway for Wanted. A new Broadway musical inspired by a Clarke family story carried for generations, Wanted is the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Wanted will begin previews Thursday, October 15 ahead of an opening night on Sunday, November 8. The cast just met the press and you can check out photos from inside the big day below!
Video: Watch a New Trailer for WANTED on Broadway Photo
Video: Watch a New Trailer for WANTED on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 25, 2026

How far would you go to get everything you ever wanted?  A new Broadway musical inspired by a Clarke family story carried for generations, Wanted is the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Wanted will begin previews Thursday, October 15 ahead of an opening night on Sunday, November 8. Check out a new trailer for the musical here!
Photos: In Rehearsals with the Cast of WANTED Photo
Photos: In Rehearsals with the Cast of WANTED
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 24, 2026

Next up at the James Earl Jones Theatre is Wanted. A new Broadway musical inspired by a Clarke family story carried for generations, Wanted is the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Wanted will begin previews Thursday, October 15 ahead of an opening night on Sunday, November 8. Check out photos of the company in rehearsals here.
Up on the Marquee: WANTED Arrives on Broadway Photo
Up on the Marquee: WANTED Arrives on Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 23, 2026

Next up at the James Earl Jones Theatre is Wanted. A new Broadway musical inspired by a Clarke family story carried for generations, Wanted is the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Wanted will begin previews Thursday, October 15 ahead of an opening night on Sunday, November 8 at the James Earl Jones Theatre.
Video: Liisi LaFontaine and Solea Pfeiffer Star in New WANTED Teaser Photo
Video: Liisi LaFontaine and Solea Pfeiffer Star in New WANTED Teaser
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2026

A new video from WANTED features stars Liisi LaFontaine and Solea Pfeiffer as the musical heads toward previews at the James Earl Jones Theatre. Check out the video here!
WANTED to Open The James Earl Jones Theatre Box Office Next Week Photo
WANTED to Open The James Earl Jones Theatre Box Office Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2026

Wanted will officially open the James Earl Jones Theatre Box Office in September. Wanted, a new musical will begin previews on Broadway in October, starring Solea Pfeiffer and more.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals with the Company of WANTED Photo
Photos: Inside Rehearsals with the Company of WANTED
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2026

The new musical Wanted, a new Broadway musical inspired by a Clarke family story carried for generations, gathered for the first time together for meet and greet. See photos from the gathering! 
WANTED Reveals Full Cast and Creative Team Ahead of Broadway Premiere Photo
WANTED Reveals Full Cast and Creative Team Ahead of Broadway Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2026

The new musical WANTED has revealed its complete company and creative team ahead of its Broadway run at The James Earl Jones Theatre, joining stars Solea Pfeiffer, Ledisi and Luke James.
Photos: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at North Shore Music Theatre Photo
Photos: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at North Shore Music Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2026

New production photos have been released from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, now playing at North Shore Music Theatre.
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT to Open at North Shore Music Theatre Photo
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT to Open at North Shore Music Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026

North Shore Music Theatre will present Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat this summer, featuring a cast of 49 performers in NSMT's theater-in-the-round format.
Video: BEACHES Cast Takes Final Bow at Broadway Sessions Photo
Video: BEACHES Cast Takes Final Bow at Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - May 30, 2026

Performers included: Zurin Villanueva, Sarah Bockel, Bailey Ryon, Lael Van Keuren, Olive Ross Kline, Ben Jacoby, Eric Coles, Joelle Gully, Harper Burns, Samantha Schwartz, Brent Thiessen, Emma Ogea and more. Watch in this video!
BEACHES Plays Final Broadway Performance Photo
BEACHES Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2026

Beaches concludes its Broadway run at the Majestic Theatre May 24, following  28 previews and 38 regular performances. The final performance comes over three months before the production was originally set to play its scheduled final performance of its limited engagement on September 6.
Photos/Video: Broadway Bets Raises $989,528 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Photo
Photos/Video: Broadway Bets Raises $989,528 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026

Broadway’s official game night, Broadway Bets, hosted an evening of poker that raised  $989,528 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Check out photos and video here!
BEACHES to Close on Broadway This Sunday Photo
BEACHES to Close on Broadway This Sunday
by Michael Major - May 19, 2026

BroadwayWorld has learned that Beaches, A New Musical will close on Broadway this Sunday, May 24. The final performance comes over three months before the production was originally set to play its scheduled final performance.
Jessica Vosk Reveals 'Superfan' Snuck Backstage to Her Dressing Room Photo
Jessica Vosk Reveals 'Superfan' Snuck Backstage to Her Dressing Room
by Michael Major - May 18, 2026

Beaches star Jessica Vosk has revealed that a 'superfan' made their way backstage and into her dressing room following a recent performance of the Broadway musical. Watch a video of her detailing the 'scary encounter' on Instagram.
Find Out How Zurin Villanueva Pumps Herself Up for Her 'Big Onstage Choices' at BEACH Photo
Find Out How Zurin Villanueva Pumps Herself Up for Her 'Big Onstage Choices' at BEACHES
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026

In this edition of Words From The Wings, we catch up with Zurin Villanueva, who plays Janice and others in Beaches. She takes us backstage at the Majestic Theatre to share some of her favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!
BEACHES Cast Members to Perform at BROADWAY SESSIONS at The Green Room 42 Photo
BEACHES Cast Members to Perform at BROADWAY SESSIONS at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026

Cast members from the Broadway production of Beaches will perform at Broadway Sessions at The Green Room 42, appearing directly after their evening show. The lineup includes Zurin Villanueva, Sarah Bockel, Bailey Ryon, and more.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Brent Thiessen been in?

Brent Thiessen has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Brent Thiessen been in?

Brent Thiessen has not appeared in the West End.

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