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Maybe Happy Ending has finally gotten its own happy ending. The new romantic musical comedy arrived on Broadway at last, starring Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Darren Criss and Helen J Shen in her Broadway debut. Maybe Happy Ending is the offbeat and captivating story of two outcasts near the end of their warranty who discover that even robots can be swept off their feet.

The Richard Rodgers Award-winning musical is helmed by Tony winner Michael Arden, features an innovative scenic design by Dane Laffrey, and book, music, and lyrics by the internationally acclaimed duo Will Aronson and Hue Park.

What's it all about? Inside a one-room apartment in the heart of Seoul, Oliver lives a happily quiet life listening to jazz records and caring for his favorite plant. But what else is there to do when you’re a Helperbot 3, a robot that has long been retired and considered obsolete? When his fellow Helperbot neighbor Claire asks to borrow his charger, what starts as an awkward encounter leads to a unique friendship, a surprising adventure, and maybe even…love?

Long before Broadway, the one-act musical had its world premiere in Seoul, South Korea at Lifeway Hall in DCF Daemyung Cultural Factory in 2016. Since then it has gone on to play in Japan, China, and Atlanta. It won the Korean Musical Award – Musical of the Year in 2019. 

The show was written in both Korean and English and was originally titled What I Learned From People. Both versions were performed in New York City in a workshop in 2016 as a part of the Wooran Cultural Foundation's first overseas development project.

What are the small things that make any life worth living? Find out in Maybe Happy Ending. 


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Broadway Theatergoers May Want To Pack Tissues for ‘Maybe Happy Ending,’ the Most Enchanting New Musical in Years
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Every now and then, if you’re lucky, you’ll leave a theater with bittersweet but ultimately joyful tears streaming down your face, perhaps wishing you’d worn waterproof mascara. That was my predicament, at least, after catching a preview of “Maybe Happy Ending,” the most original and enchanting new musical to arrive on Broadway in years.

BROADWAY REVIEW: ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ musical romance is far from robotic
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Here, two robot characters, for goodness sake, are carrying on that age-old Broadway declaration that love, and only love, is the existential necessity we cannot live without. Only here it’s manifested in ways that even Stephen Sondheim could not have dreamed.

2,400 Sign BD Wong's Letter Denouncing MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Casting Choice
by Michael Major - August 11, 2025


Aaron J. Albano, Ali Ewoldt, Ann Harada, Anthony Rapp, Conrad Ricamora, the Broadway Body Positivity Project, Joaquina Kalukango, Jon Jon Briones, Telly Leung, and many more have signed Wong's open letter on the subject.

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Dez Duron Will Perform Free Concert in Bryant Park
by Stephi Wild - August 6, 2025


Singer-songwriter Dez Duron brings his signature blend of classic crooner charm and modern pop sensibility to the Citywide stage at Bryant Park. Learn more here!

Helen J Shen Releases Statement on MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Casting
by Michael Major - July 31, 2025


Helen J Shen has released a statement regarding the recent backlash in response to the casting of Andrew Barth Feldman in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway. Read the statement here!

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Writers Respond to Casting Backlash
by Team BWW - July 31, 2025


In the week since the casting of Andrew Barth Feldman in the role of Oliver in Maybe Happy Ending, the decision has sparked backlash. Now, the writers of Maybe Happy Ending, Will Aronson and Hue Park, have spoken out about this backlash.

Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Darren Criss and Will Aronson Talk Show's Success on PBS NewsHour
by Josh Sharpe - July 30, 2025


Actor Darren Criss and composer Will Aronson, both of whom won Tony Awards for their work on Maybe Happy Ending, were recently featured on PBS NewsHour's CANVAS series to discuss the acclaimed musical. Check out the segment now!

Andrew Barth Feldman Will Join MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Stephi Wild - July 24, 2025


Andrew Barth Feldman will join the cast of Tony Award-winning Best Musical Maybe Happy Ending beginning in September. Learn more about the musical here!

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Cast Album Signing to Take Place at the Drama Book Shop
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 11, 2025


To celebrate the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Tony Award winning Best Musical MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, a special cast album signing event will take place at The Drama Book Shop. Learn how to attend!

Video: Tony-Winner Darren Criss Performs Acoustic Cover of 'Maybe Happy Ending'
by A.A. Cristi - June 30, 2025


Fresh off his win for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his role in Maybe Happy Ending, Criss hosted the annual annual NYC Center Stage luncheon at IPW and treated the crowd to a moving, stripped-down rendition of the show’s title number. Watch video of his performance.

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Original Broadway Cast Recording Vinyl Available Now
by Stephi Wild - June 13, 2025


The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Maybe Happy Ending is now available on vinyl. The album was released on CD and in streaming and digital formats earlier this season.

Exclusive: Watch MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Standbys Sing 'The Rainy Day We Met'
by Joey Mervis - June 11, 2025


BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive performance fromMaybe Happy Ending's two all-star standbys, Hannah Kevitt and Christopher James Tamayo. Watch in this video as they take the stage at the beautiful Laurie Beechman Theatre to perform 'The Rainy Day We Met.'

Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Shows Off Their New Tony Award Mid-Song
by Michael Major - June 11, 2025


For once, Hwaboon was the second-most popular prop during last night's performance of Maybe Happy Ending! In a new video, star Dez Duron showcased the production's new Tony Award for Best Musical during one of his songs.

Tony Award-Winner MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Coming To BroadwaySF As Part Of 26/27 Season
by A.A. Cristi - June 9, 2025


The six-time Tony Award–winning new romantic musical comedy, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, will come to San Francisco as part of BroadwaySF's 2026/27 season. MAYBE HAPPY ENDING joins the previously announced DEATH BECOMES HER and THE OUTSIDERS as part of the 2026/27 season.

Video: Darren Criss Reacts to Tony Win for Best Leading Actor in a Musical
by Joey Mervis - June 9, 2025


At the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Darren Criss took home a Tony Award for 'Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical' for his outstanding work in Maybe Happy Ending. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, he checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!

Video: Dane Laffrey and George Reeve Celebrate Tony Win for Best Scenic Design of a Musical
by Joey Mervis - June 8, 2025


Earlier tonight at the 78th Annual Tony Awards, Dane Laffrey and George Reeve took home a Tony Award for 'Best Scenic Design of a Musical' for their outstanding work on Maybe Happy Ending. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, they checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share their initial reaction!

Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Performs at the Tony Awards
by Nicole Rosky - June 8, 2025


The cast of Maybe Happy Ending took the stage at Radio City Music Hall to perform at the 78th Annual Tony Awards. Watch the performance here!

Interview: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Lighting Designer Ben Stanton on the Art of Collaboration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 4, 2025


BroadwayWorld spoke with Lighting Designer Ben Stanton about his work on Maybe Happy Ending! Read the full interview here, and learn more about Stanton and the production!

Video: Darren Criss and Helen J Shen Perform Soul Cover of 'When You're in Love' From MAYBE HAPPY ENDING
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025


A new video has been released featuring Darren Criss and Helen J Shen performing a soul cover of 'When You're in Love' from Maybe Happy Ending. Watch the video here!

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Cast Recoding Out on CD Now
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025


Maybe Happy Ending: Original Broadway Cast Recording is available on CD now! The album was released in streaming and digital formats earlier this season. Learn more here!

Darren Criss Extends Run in MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025


Tony Award-nominee Darren Criss has extended his run as “Oliver” in Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Standbys Take Center Stage at Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - May 31, 2025


Performers from Maybe Happy Ending included: Hannah Kevitt ('Journey to the Past'), Claire Kwon ('Bette Than That'), Daniel May ('Who I'd Be'), Steven Huynh ('Marry Me a Little') and Christopher James Tamayo ('Wondering'), plus young AAPI artists Elijah V Ramos, Avery Allege and Sophia Kim. Watch in this video!

MAYBE HAPPY ENDING's Darren Criss Wins 2025 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
by - June 8, 2025


Darren Criss has won the 2025 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for MAYBE HAPPY ENDING.

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Maybe Happy Ending Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Will Aronson
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Hue Park
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical Michael Arden
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical Helen J. Shen
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical Darren Criss
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Hue Park
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Will Aronson
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Will Aronson
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Hue Park
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Orchestrations Will Aronson
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musi Dane Laffrey
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musi George Reeve
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musi Dane Laffrey
2025 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Scenic Design of a Musi George Reeve
2025 Drama League Awards DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE Darren Criss
2025 Drama League Awards DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE Helen J. Shen
2025 Drama League Awards OUTSTANDING DIRECTION OF A MUSICAL Michael Arden
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Hue Park
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Will Aronson
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Direction of a Musical Michael Arden
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical Darren Criss
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Lighting Design Ben Stanton
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical Maybe Happy Ending
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Orchestrations (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Will Aronson
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Scenic Design Dane Laffrey
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Hue Park
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) Will Aronson
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Sound Design Peter Hylenski
2025 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Will Aronson
2025 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Hue Park
2025 Tony Awards Best Costume Design of a Musical Clint Ramos
2025 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Michael Arden
2025 Tony Awards Best Lighting Design of a Musical Ben Stanton
2025 Tony Awards Best Orchestrations Will Aronson
2025 Tony Awards BEST ORIGINAL SCORE (Music and/or Lyrics) Hue Park
2025 Tony Awards BEST ORIGINAL SCORE (Music and/or Lyrics) Will Aronson
2025 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Darren Criss
2025 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical George Reeve
2025 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design of a Musical Dane Laffrey
2025 Tony Awards Best Sound Design of a Musical Peter Hylenski

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