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Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: April 24, 2016
Closing: January 05, 2020

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Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as "The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie" and "Betrayed By My Eggs Pie." When a baking contest in a nearby county - and a satisfying encounter with someone new - shows Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness.

Brought to life by a groundbreaking, all-female creative team, this Tony Award-nominated hit features original music and lyrics by 6-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles ("Love Song," "Brave"), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland).

"Waitress is a little slice of heaven!" says Entertainment Weekly, and is "sweet, sassy and passionate," according to New York Magazine. Don't miss this uplifting and hilarious musical.


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VIDEO: Watch AMERICAN IDOL Contestant Alyssa Raghu Sing 'She Used To Be Mine' From WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - April 15, 2019


During a recent episode of American Idol, contestant Alyssa Raghu took on the iconic Broadway tune 'She Used to Be Mine' from Waitress.

BWW Interview: Fresh Passion and Fresh Pies Served Up in WAITRESS at Murat Theatre
by The Marriage Matinee - April 15, 2019


We had the privilege of interviewing Steven Good, who plays Dr. Pomatter in the upcoming tour of WAITRESS coming through Indianapolis. We had to ask him what this musical is able to serve up, other than pies, and he had some great insight to share with us about this fun and touching musical.

Social Roundup: BroadwayWorld Fans Name Their Dream Roles For Jeremy Jordan!
by Linnae Medeiros - April 10, 2019


The doctor is in, as Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan stepped into the role of Dr. Pomatter in the hit musical Waitress this week! To celebrate the star's return to Broadway, we asked our BroadwayWorld readers to name what other roles they'd love to see him step into. Now we've compiled some of the most popular answers for you to enjoy! Check out all the dream casting below!

VIDEO: Jeremy Jordan Takes His First Bow in WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - April 9, 2019


Jeremy Jordan has officially opened up his run in Waitress! He will perform opposite Shoshana Bean as Jenna through May 12. Jeremy succeeds Joey McIntyre who played his final performances on April 7.

WAITRESS, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, A CHRISTMAS STORY And BEAUTIFUL Will Anchor The McCallum's Exciting New Season, Announced Today
by David Green - April 8, 2019


The McCallum Theatre announced today its new lineup for the 2019-2020 season, continuing to present the finest world-class artists and entertainers for Coachella Valley audiences.  The new season includes McCallum debuts, returning favorites, iconic superstars, family-friendly entertainment and holiday cheer, among so much more. A CHRISTMAS STORY, WAITRESS and THE PLAY THAT GOES WORING are among the many Broadway offerings in what looks to be the most stellar season in McCallum history.

VIDEO: Joey McIntyre Takes His Final Bows In WAITRESS On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - April 8, 2019


Last night, pop star Joey McIntyre took his final bows in Waitress on Broadway. McIntyre joined the cast of the show in February, succeeding Tony Award-winner Gavin Creel in the role of love interest, Dr. Pomatter. See Joey's farewell to the diner below!

VIDEO: Sara Bareilles Sings 'She Used to Be Mine' From WAITRESS in SNL Sketch About Theresa May
by Stephi Wild - April 7, 2019


In a hilarious new sketch from this week's Saturday Night Live, Sara Bareilles' voice is the soundtrack to Theresa May's bad day.

How Did 'She Used To Be Mine' Come to Be? Composer Sara Bareilles Shares the Origin of the WAITRESS Ballad
by Alan Henry - April 5, 2019


Sara Bareilles shared the personal stories behind some of her most personal songs. Bareilles wrote the music and lyrics for Broadway's WAITRESS which features the anthem 'She Used To Be Mine,' which is one of the standout songs from the show that seems to resonate with audiences most - inspiring thousands of internet covers Bareilles is all too fond of sharing.

Tickets to WAITRESS Now on Sale Through December 15
by Julie Musbach - April 3, 2019


Today the smash Broadway musical WAITRESS announced that a new block of tickets is now on sale through December 15, 2019. The show is about to celebrate its third anniversary on Broadway, is on a National Tour and recently opened in London. An Australian production opens next year.

TV: Shoshana Bean and Jeremy Jordan Are Opening Up About WAITRESS!
by Nicole Rosky - April 4, 2019


The pie shop is filled with new faces this spring as Shoshana Bean and Tony Award nominee Jeremy Jordan take over the roles of Jenna and Dr. Pomatter in Waitress on Broadway. Bean can currently be seen alongside Joey McIntyre as Dr. Pomatter, who plays his final performance on April 7. Jordan will take over the role on April 8 through May 12, 2019.

Photo Coverage: Meet New WAITRESS Stars Shoshana Bean and Jeremy Jordan!
by Jennifer Broski - April 2, 2019


The pie shop is filled with new faces this spring as Shoshana Bean and Tony Award nominee Jeremy Jordan take over the roles of Jenna and Dr. Pomatter in Waitress on Broadway. Bean can currently be seen alongside Joey McIntyre as Dr. Pomatter, who plays his final performance on April 7. Jordan will take over the role on April 8 through May 12, 2019.

VIDEO: Sara Bareilles and Katharine McPhee Team Up For A WAITRESS Duet
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2019


The Tony-nominated musical Waitress by Sara Bareilles is now playing at the Adelphi Theatre in London's West End. This week, Bareilles teamed up with the West End Jenna, SMASH star Katharine McPhee for a duet on the show's signature ballad, She Used To Be MIne. See their performance below!

Photo Coverage: Opening Up! Shoshana Bean Takes Her First Bow in WAITRESS!
by Monroe George - March 19, 2019


Opening up! Shoshana Bean has officially taken over the role of Jenna in Waitress! Bean had her first performance on March 18, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out the photos below!

CONFIRMED: Jeremy Jordan Will Play Dr. Pomatter in WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - March 18, 2019


It's official! Tony Award nominee Jeremy Jordan will take over the role of Dr. Pomatter on April 8 and will perform opposite Shoshana Bean as Jenna through May 12. As previously announced, Joey McIntyre will play his final performances on April 7.

Rialto Chatter: Is Jeremy Jordan the Next Dr. Pomatter in WAITRESS?
by Stephi Wild - March 17, 2019


Waitress has released a not-so-subtle clue as to who its next Dr. Pomatter is! The show's Twitter account posted an audio snippet, asking the fans if they can guess the next Pomatter. The audio is of Jeremy Jordan singing She Used To Be Mine.

Photos: Get A First Look At Shoshana Bean as Jenna in WAITRESS
by Alan Henry - March 14, 2019


Shoshana Bean has shared a first look at her in costume as Jenna in Waitress! She begins performances on March 18 and will be in the show through May 12, 2019. Check out the photo below!

BWW Review: WAITRESS at Times Union Performing Arts Center
by Jordan Higginbotham - March 13, 2019


"Sugar. Butter. Flour" Waitress! Waitress has arrived at the Times Union and is blowing audiences away. The musical, based on Adrienne Shelley's movie of the same name, follows Jenna, a waitress at a small diner who is stuck in a loveless marriage. Jenna finds herself pregnant and is convinced it is time to chase her own dreams and build a better life for her and her unborn child. First, she must save enough money waitressing at the diner. Jenna meets her doctor, Dr. Pomatter, and things become very complicated. Waitress is filled with laughter, emotion, heartbreak, and pies!

Photo Coverage: The Women of WAITRESS Celebrate International Women's Day!
by Monroe George - March 8, 2019


The stage of the Brooks Atkinson Theatre was filled with the women working on WAITRESS last night as the show celebrated International Women's Day. Check out a photo below!

Review Roundup: Did London Critics Have A Sweet Time At WAITRESS?
by A.A. Cristi - March 7, 2019


Sara Bareilles' home-baked Broadway smash opened up on London's West End this week at the Adelphi Theatre! See what the critics had to say about the show's London transfer!

VIDEO: Get a First Look at Shoshana Bean in Costume as WAITRESS Announces Next Karaoke Night
by Stephi Wild - March 4, 2019


As previously announced, Shoshana Bean will return to Broadway in the role of Jenna in Waitress! Bean begins performances on March 18 and will be in the show through May 12, 2019. Waitress just announced its next Cast Album Karaoke night will be held on March 7, and hosted by Bean. Bean made the announcement on Instagram, which gave us a first look at her in the iconic blue Waitress uniform!

Waitress FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Waitress and what's the order?
What's Inside
Opening Up
The Negative
What Baking Can Do
Club Knocked Up
Pomatter Pie
When He Sees Me
It Only Takes a Taste
You Will Still Be Mine
A Soft Place to Land
Never Ever Getting Rid of Me
Bad Idea
I Didn't Plan It
Bad Idea - Reprise
You Matter to Me
I Love You Like a Table
Take It From an Old Man
Dear Baby
She Used to Be Mine
Contraction Ballet
Everything Changes
Opening Up - Finale

Waitress History

Other Productions of Waitress

2015   Boston American Repertory Theater World Premiere Production
Boston
2016   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2017   US Tour First National Tour
US Tour
2019   West End Original West End Production
West End
2021   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2021   US Tour
US Tour

Waitress - 2016 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Jessie Mueller
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Jessie Nelson
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Christopher Fitzgerald
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Sara Bareilles
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Sara Bareilles
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Waitress
2016 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Jessie Meuller
2016 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Waitress
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Jessie Mueller
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Christopher Fitzgerald
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical Waitress
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score (Broadway or off-Broadway) Sara Bareilles
2016 Tony Awards Best Musical Waitress
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Christopher Fitzgerald
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Jessie Mueller

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