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Review Roundup: SLAM FRANK Returns Off-Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 5, 2026

Andrew Fox and Joel Sinensky's Slam Frank, choreographed by Esosa Oviasu, music directed by Alex Harrington, and directed by Sam LaFrage, as back onstage at the Orpheum Theatre. Inspired by a 2022 viral Twitter thread that asked, “Did Anne Frank ever acknowledge her white privilege?”, SLAM FRANK imagines what happens when a progressive theater company asks themselves that same question, applying the rules and tropes of progressive theater to The Diary of Anne Frank. Transcending all taste and decency, they transform Anne Frank's true story into an intersectional, multi-ethnic, genderqueer, decolonized, anti-capitalist, hyper-empowering Afro-Latin hip-hop musical.  Check out what the critics are saying about the new musical.

SLAM FRANK Actor Reveals ‘People Have Walked Out’ of Controversial Off-Broadway Musical
by Michael Gioia - Sep 28, 2026

The new musical 'Slam Frank,' which reimagines Anne Frank’s profound and heartbreaking story through an Afro-Latin hip-hop lens, is already making a splash Off-Broadway.

Video: Kenzie Ziegler, Spencer Sutherland, & Anthony Gargiula's & JULIET Pre-Show Playlist
by Michael Major - Sep 23, 2026

Watch the video of the musical's new trio below, naming songs by Sabrina Carpenter, ACDC, James Brown, the Backstreet Boys, Kehlani, Demi Lovato, and even Sutherland himself.

Cyrus Veyssi to Make Broadway Debut in & JULIET
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2026

New York City based creator, writer, and comedian Cyrus Veyssi will make their Broadway debut in the musical comedy & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre this October.

SLAM FRANK Begins Previews at Off-Broadway's Orpheum Theatre
by Rachel Stone - Sep 17, 2026

The Anne Frank Afro-Latin hip-hop musical by Andrew Fox and Joel Sinensky starts previews at the Orpheum Theatre, with an official opening planned for October 4.

Video: & JULIET Welcomes Kenzie Ziegler, Spencer Sutherland, & Anthony Gargiula
by Michael Major - Sep 16, 2026

Kenzie Ziegler, Spencer Sutherland, and Anthony Gargiula made their Broadway debuts in & Juliet last night. Watch videos of them taking their first bows now!

& JULIET to Close on Broadway In January
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026

The jukebox musical will play its final performance at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, concluding a run that grossed over $175 million and welcomed 1.5 million audience members.

Aly Michalka and Spencer Sutherland to Make Broadway Debuts in & JULIET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2026

Music, film, and television star Aly Michalka and singer/songwriter Spencer Sutherland will make their Broadway debuts in & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre this Fall.

Alison Luff Will Depart & JULIET on Broadway in November
by Michael Major - Aug 24, 2026

Alison Luff has announced her final bow in & Juliet on Broadway. After first joining the company in 2024, Luff will be playing her final performance as 'Anne.'

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for SLAM FRANK Off-Broadway at the Orpheum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026

Rehearsals have begun for SLAM FRANK, a new musical reimagining Anne Frank's story through a hip-hop lens, ahead of its Off-Broadway opening at the Orpheum Theatre. See photos!

Kenzie Ziegler to Join the Cast of & JULIET on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026

Dancer and social media star Kenzie Ziegler will make her Broadway debut in & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre this September. Ziegler is best known for her appearances on seasons 1-6 of the hit series “Dance Moms,.

Cast Set for SLAM FRANK Off-Broadway at Orpheum Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2026

The complete cast has been revealed for Slam Frank, the Anne Frank-inspired Afro-Latin hip-hop musical, ahead of its Off-Broadway run at the Orpheum Theatre.

Social Media Star Anthony Gargiula to Join & JULIET on Broadway This September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2026

Recording artist and social media star Anthony Gargiula will make his Broadway debut in & Juliet at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre this September. Gargiula is best known for his viral “Kitchen Singing Series” on social media.

Ben Jackson Walker and Corey Mach to Join & JULIET on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026

& Juliet on Broadway has revealed new Broadway cast updates, with Ben Jackson Walker returning as Romeo and Corey Mach joining the company as Shakespeare this summer.

Video: Chrissy Metz Makes Surprise Broadway Debut in & Juliet
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2026

Chrissy Metz surprised audiences by debuting two days early as Angelique in & Juliet! Watch her first bows and 'Roar' encore from her Broadway debut.

Video: Chrissy Metz Opens Up About Her Broadway Debut- 'Follow Your Dreams!'
by Luka Vonier - Jun 17, 2026

Chrissy Metz is living out a f*ckin' perfect Broadway dream. The television star steps into the shoes of 'Angelique' in & Juliet beginning tonight at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, marking her Broadway debut! Watch in this video as she chats more about her big debut!

Photos: Chrissy Metz Meets the Press Ahead of Run in & JULIET
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 16, 2026

Emmy & Golden Globe Award-nominated actress and singer Chrissy Metz recently met the press ahead of her Broadway debut in & Juliet. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the event here.

Chrissy Metz to Make Broadway Debut in & JULIET in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026

Emmy & Golden Globe Award-nominated actress and singer Chrissy Metz will make her Broadway debut in & Juliet! Metz will star as ‘Angelique’ for a limited engagement.

Photos: Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn and More Attend & JULIET Champions Night
by Bruce Glikas - May 1, 2026

The Broadway production of & Juliet recently hosted a Champions Night, where the US Olympic Figure Skating team paid a visit to honor Laurie Hernandez, their friend and fellow Olympian in her Broadway debut. Check out photos here!

& JULIET To Host 'It's Gonna Be May' Events Including Lottery, Sing-Along Performance, And Fan Nights
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026

& JULIET on Broadway has announced a series of special events, including a $20 lottery, fan nights, and a sing-along performance hosted by *NSYNC's Joey Fatone at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre.