Will Aronson
Latest News on Will Aronson:
Review: Darren Criss Kicks Off New Concert Dates in Boston (Jun 3, 2026)
Photos: Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING (Jun 2, 2026)
Video: Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt Take First Bows in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING (May 20, 2026)
Review: Darren Criss Kicks Off New Concert Dates in Boston (Jun 3, 2026)
Photos: Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING (Jun 2, 2026)
Video: Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt Take First Bows in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING (May 20, 2026)
Photos
Darren Criss, Will Aronson, and Deborah Abramson attend A New York Evening With Maybe Happy Ending at 92NY on November 11, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Date:
11/13/2025
From: Photos: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Stars and Creatives Celebrate Their Grammy Nomination At 92NY Event
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(Top L-R) Dez Duron, Michael Arden, Marcus Choi, Will Aronson, Hue Park and Daniel May
(Bottom L-R) Steven Huynh, Christopher Tamayo, Helen J Shen, Darren Criss and Hannah Kevitt
Date:
09/16/2024
From: Photos: Darren Criss, Helen J Shen & the Cast of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Are Getting Ready for Broadway
Productions
Writing
Music
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Co-Bookwriter
Awards and Nominations
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Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Will Aronson , Maybe Happy Ending
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Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lyrics
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
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Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Music
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Orchestrations
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway)
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
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Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Book of a Musical
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Orchestrations
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
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Tony Awards - 2025 - BEST ORIGINAL SCORE (Music and/or Lyrics)
Will Aronson, Maybe Happy Ending
Videos
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Hannah Kevitt 'Passes the Charger' to Claire Kwon
by Michael Major - 2026-04-03 10:24:40
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Stars of Broadway & Korea Duet on 'The Way That It Has To Be'
by Michael Major - 2026-04-02 16:56:15
Video: Darren Criss Discusses the 'Joy' of Returning to MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-08 13:02:35
Video: Watch 'World Within My Room' From MAYBE HAPPY ENDING in Korea
by Michael Major - 2025-11-28 10:56:58
Video: Darren Criss Teams Up with Third Reprise for 80s Pop Rock Cover of 'I'm Not That Girl' From WICKED
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-24 13:46:22
Video: Andrew Barth Feldman Takes Final Bow in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Michael Major - 2025-11-03 11:33:38
Video: Darren Criss 'Passes the Charger' to Andrew Barth Feldman at MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Michael Major - 2025-09-05 15:51:00
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Darren Criss and Will Aronson Talk Show's Success on PBS NewsHour
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-30 11:53:55
Videos: Watch Celia Keenan-Bolger, Paul Tazewell & More Accept Their Tony Awards
by Michael Major - 2025-06-13 13:30:02
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Shows Off Their New Tony Award Mid-Song
by Michael Major - 2025-06-11 09:54:06
Video: Darren Criss Explains the Art of Playing a Robot in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-13 11:09:29
Video: Behind the Scenes of MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's 'Where You Belong' Sequence
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-08 17:50:08
Video: Darren Criss Talks Positive Response to MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-06 17:48:30
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Understudy Hannah Kevitt Makes Her Debut
by Michael Major - 2025-02-19 16:28:08
Videos: Darren Criss Talks MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, Performs Holiday Tunes
by Josh Sharpe - 2024-12-23 11:35:45
News
Review: Darren Criss Kicks Off New Concert Dates in Boston
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 3, 2026
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH DARREN CRISS at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 3, 2026
What did our critic think of AN EVENING WITH DARREN CRISS at Emerson Colonial Theatre?
Photos: Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
You can now get a first look at Zachary Noah Piser as “Oliver” and Hannah Kevitt as “Claire” in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway. Check out new photos of the stars on stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
You can now get a first look at Zachary Noah Piser as “Oliver” and Hannah Kevitt as “Claire” in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway. Check out new photos of the stars on stage.
Video: Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt Take First Bows in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt took their first bows in Maybe Happy Ending. The pair have taken on the roles of “Oliver” and “Claire”, respectively. Check out the video of their first bows here!
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2026
Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt took their first bows in Maybe Happy Ending. The pair have taken on the roles of “Oliver” and “Claire”, respectively. Check out the video of their first bows here!
Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt to Lead MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Beginning Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt will play the roles of “Oliver” and “Claire” in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway. They join the current original cast members Dez Duron and Marcus Choi.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026
Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt will play the roles of “Oliver” and “Claire” in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway. They join the current original cast members Dez Duron and Marcus Choi.
Video: Inside Darren Criss' Final Performance in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Michael Major - May 18, 2026
Darren Criss played his final performance in Maybe Happy Ending on Sunday, May 17. The performance concluded with the production's 'passing of the charger,' before an emotional stage door visit from Criss. Watch the videos!
by Michael Major - May 18, 2026
Darren Criss played his final performance in Maybe Happy Ending on Sunday, May 17. The performance concluded with the production's 'passing of the charger,' before an emotional stage door visit from Criss. Watch the videos!
Photos: Inside the 2026 Dramatists Guild of America Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
The Dramatists Guild of America celebrated its 2026 Awards on Monday, April 27, 2026, in New York City, honoring a remarkable group of playwrights, composers, lyricists, librettists, theater artists, and advocates whose work continues to shape the American theatre. Check out photos here.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026
The Dramatists Guild of America celebrated its 2026 Awards on Monday, April 27, 2026, in New York City, honoring a remarkable group of playwrights, composers, lyricists, librettists, theater artists, and advocates whose work continues to shape the American theatre. Check out photos here.
Video: Watch 'Never Fly Away' From MAYBE HAPPY ENDING From Backstage
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending has offered a backstage look at 'Never Fly Away.' In a new social media video, fans can see the view from the wings of the Belasco Theatre as the musicians are revealed in the fan-favorite song.
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending has offered a backstage look at 'Never Fly Away.' In a new social media video, fans can see the view from the wings of the Belasco Theatre as the musicians are revealed in the fan-favorite song.
Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt Will Lead MAYBE HAPPY ENDING; Tour Cast Announced
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Zachary Noah Piser (KPOP, Dear Evan Hansen) and Hannah Kevitt (Maybe Happy Ending, Back to the Future) will play the roles of “Oliver” and “Claire” in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway respectively, beginning on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Zachary Noah Piser (KPOP, Dear Evan Hansen) and Hannah Kevitt (Maybe Happy Ending, Back to the Future) will play the roles of “Oliver” and “Claire” in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway respectively, beginning on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Hannah Kevitt 'Passes the Charger' to Claire Kwon
by Michael Major - Apr 3, 2026
Hannah Kevitt celebrated the end of her run as the full-time 'Claire' in Maybe Happy Ending by 'passing the charger' to her successor, Claire Kwon. A tradition at the production every time a role is passed on to a new performer, watch the video!
by Michael Major - Apr 3, 2026
Hannah Kevitt celebrated the end of her run as the full-time 'Claire' in Maybe Happy Ending by 'passing the charger' to her successor, Claire Kwon. A tradition at the production every time a role is passed on to a new performer, watch the video!
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Stars of Broadway & Korea Duet on 'The Way That It Has To Be'
by Michael Major - Apr 2, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending stars from Broadway and Korea joined together for a mashup of “The Way That It Has To Be,” with Will Aronson. Watch a video of Hannah Kevitt, who plays Claire on Broadway, and Jin-Joo Park, who played Claire in Korea.
by Michael Major - Apr 2, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending stars from Broadway and Korea joined together for a mashup of “The Way That It Has To Be,” with Will Aronson. Watch a video of Hannah Kevitt, who plays Claire on Broadway, and Jin-Joo Park, who played Claire in Korea.
ESPECIAL: El fenómeno GOLDEN y la revolución musical que une los Oscar y Broadway
by Adela González Pérez - Mar 16, 2026
De la era dorada de Disney a los recientes Tony: analizamos por qué el arrollador éxito musical de GOLDEN apunta a ser el nuevo fenómeno de Broadway
by Adela González Pérez - Mar 16, 2026
De la era dorada de Disney a los recientes Tony: analizamos por qué el arrollador éxito musical de GOLDEN apunta a ser el nuevo fenómeno de Broadway
Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Cast Perform NPR Tiny Desk Concert
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The cast of Maybe Happy Ending recently performed as part of NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series! Darren Criss, Helen J. Shen, Dez Duron, and Marcus Choi performed selections from the show, backed by a ten-person orchestra. Watch the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The cast of Maybe Happy Ending recently performed as part of NPR's Tiny Desk Concert series! Darren Criss, Helen J. Shen, Dez Duron, and Marcus Choi performed selections from the show, backed by a ten-person orchestra. Watch the video here!
Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre Reveals 2026/27 Season - A CHORUS LINE and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
The 5th Avenue Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring a collection of five shows, two self-produced, two national tours, and one still to be announced that will combine for a captivating year of theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026
The 5th Avenue Theatre Company has revealed its 2026/27 season, featuring a collection of five shows, two self-produced, two national tours, and one still to be announced that will combine for a captivating year of theater.
Photos: Hannah Kevitt and Darren Criss in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING; New Block of Tickets Released
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
All new photos have been released from MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, featuring the show's new star, Hannah Kevitt as 'Claire', alongside Darren Criss as 'Oliver.' Plus, a new block of tickets is now on sale through Sunday, November 22, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
All new photos have been released from MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, featuring the show's new star, Hannah Kevitt as 'Claire', alongside Darren Criss as 'Oliver.' Plus, a new block of tickets is now on sale through Sunday, November 22, 2026.
Video: Helen J. Shen Takes Final Bows in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Helen J Shen has officially departed Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway, playing her final performance as “Claire” on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Check out video of her final curtain call and touching speeches here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Helen J Shen has officially departed Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway, playing her final performance as “Claire” on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Check out video of her final curtain call and touching speeches here!
How Michael Arden Is Redefining Broadway
by Charles Kirsch - Feb 10, 2026
As the recipient of two Tony Awards for Best Director of a Musical in the past three years, there’s no question that Michael Arden is at the top of his game. Between thrilling and inventive revivals of Parade and Once On This Island, and exciting new work like Maybe Happy Ending and the upcoming The Lost Boys, Arden has shown a remarkable ability to create theatrical magic.
by Charles Kirsch - Feb 10, 2026
As the recipient of two Tony Awards for Best Director of a Musical in the past three years, there’s no question that Michael Arden is at the top of his game. Between thrilling and inventive revivals of Parade and Once On This Island, and exciting new work like Maybe Happy Ending and the upcoming The Lost Boys, Arden has shown a remarkable ability to create theatrical magic.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Equity vs. Spotlight, Washington Post Layoffs, and Broadway Bares News
by Alex Freeman - Feb 9, 2026
This week’s newsletter brings together stories of accountability, advocacy, and adaptation across the theatre world. We cover artists and organizations responding to public scrutiny, including Lauren Gunderson’s statement following her appearance in the Epstein files and the Washington Post’s elimination of its chief theater critic role. Elsewhere, new initiatives and events push forward, from Broadway Bares gearing up for its next benefit and Katharine Quinn launching a Broadway-focused marketing agency to Broadway showtunes finding new life on the ice. The issue also examines ongoing debates over access, transparency, and infrastructure, from Equity’s dispute with Spotlight in the UK to closed-door discussions about Portland’s Keller Auditorium.
by Alex Freeman - Feb 9, 2026
This week’s newsletter brings together stories of accountability, advocacy, and adaptation across the theatre world. We cover artists and organizations responding to public scrutiny, including Lauren Gunderson’s statement following her appearance in the Epstein files and the Washington Post’s elimination of its chief theater critic role. Elsewhere, new initiatives and events push forward, from Broadway Bares gearing up for its next benefit and Katharine Quinn launching a Broadway-focused marketing agency to Broadway showtunes finding new life on the ice. The issue also examines ongoing debates over access, transparency, and infrastructure, from Equity’s dispute with Spotlight in the UK to closed-door discussions about Portland’s Keller Auditorium.
Industry Pro Newsletter: More Staff Shake Ups at the Kennedy Center, New York’s Awards Season Takes Shape
by Alex Freeman - Feb 2, 2026
We open this week with Colleen Dilenschneider’s look at the rise of localism and what it means for cultural organizations navigating tighter schedules and higher barriers to participation. On the awards front, key dates are set for the Tonys, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle, alongside a call for nominations for BroadwayWorld’s Stage Recording Awards. Elsewhere, we cover shifts in Broadway opening-night traditions, major benefit events, regional programming pauses, leadership changes, and a significant format change for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the West End.
by Alex Freeman - Feb 2, 2026
We open this week with Colleen Dilenschneider’s look at the rise of localism and what it means for cultural organizations navigating tighter schedules and higher barriers to participation. On the awards front, key dates are set for the Tonys, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle, alongside a call for nominations for BroadwayWorld’s Stage Recording Awards. Elsewhere, we cover shifts in Broadway opening-night traditions, major benefit events, regional programming pauses, leadership changes, and a significant format change for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in the West End.
Video: Darren Criss and Helen J Shen Perform MAYBE HAPPY ENDING at 2026 GRAMMYS Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending stars Darren Criss and Helen J Shen took the stage on Sunday during the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony to perform the title song from the hit musical. Check out their performance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending stars Darren Criss and Helen J Shen took the stage on Sunday during the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony to perform the title song from the hit musical. Check out their performance now.
Listen to the 2026 Grammy Nominees for Best Musical Theater Album
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2026
Before the 2026 winner is announced on Sunday, February 1, take a listen to all five of the 2026 Grammy-nominated albums, including Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 31, 2026
Before the 2026 winner is announced on Sunday, February 1, take a listen to all five of the 2026 Grammy-nominated albums, including Buena Vista Social Club, Death Becomes Her, Gypsy, Just in Time, and Maybe Happy Ending.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Will Aronson written?
Will Aronson has written 1 shows including Maybe Happy Ending (Music).
What awards has Will Aronson been nominated for?
Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending, Best Orchestrations (Tony Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending and BEST ORIGINAL SCORE (Music and/or Lyrics) (Tony Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending.
What awards has Will Aronson won?
Will Aronson has won several awards for his work on Maybe Happy Ending, including: - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending - Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending - Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending - Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending - Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) (Tony Awards) for Maybe Happy Ending.
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