Passing Strange Broadway Original Cast
This coming-of-age musical about a young African-American's voyage of discovery continues the journey and moves to Broadway. Full synopsis
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Original Cast
Edwina
Marianna
Sudabey
(a neo-hippy)
De'Adre Aziza, a Tony Award nominee, made her Broadway debut in the critically acclaimed musical Passing Strange, where she earned a Tony nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her impressive portrayal of multiple characters. more...
Youth
Daniel Breaker, who earned a Tony Award nomination and several other accolades for his performance in "Passing Strange," has an impressive Broadway resume including roles in "Hamilton" and "Shrek: The Musical." more...
Mother
Eisa Davis, who graced the stage in the past Broadway production of Passing Strange, has an impressive resume that includes performances at The Public in Julius Caesar and solo shows at Joe’s Pub, as well as television roles in "The Looming Tower" and "Succession." more...
Franklin
Joop
Mr. Venus
(a body liberationist)
Colman Domingo, a multi-talented actor, director, writer, and producer, known for his extensive work in film and television, was a standout in the musical "Passing Strange," showcasing his remarkable versatility and depth in the theater world. more...
Franklin (u/s)
Joop (u/s)
Mr. Venus (u/s)
Billy Eugene Jones, who has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in acclaimed productions such as "A Raisin in the Sun" and "The Book of Mormon," also showcased his talent in "Passing Strange." more...
Desi
Renata
Sherry
(a bad kid at church)
Rebecca Naomi Jones, who starred in the Broadway production of "Passing Strange," has an impressive career that includes roles in "Oklahoma!," "American Idiot," and a recent performance in "Marie and Rosetta" at the Atlantic Theater. more...
Desi (u/s)
Edwina (u/s)
Marianna (u/s)
Renata (u/s)
Sherry (u/s)
Sudabey (u/s)
Mother (u/s)
Karen Pittman, who graced the stage in the Broadway production of Passing Strange, has an impressive array of theater credits including Lincoln Center Theater's DISGRACED and Domesticated, as well as notable TV appearances in House of Cards and The Americans. more...
(Understudy)
David Ryan Smith, who graced the Broadway stage in "Passing Strange," has an impressive background with performances in both Off-Broadway and regional theatre, as well as roles in films like "Bee Season" and "I Am Ben." more...
Christophe (u/s)
Hugo (u/s)
Terry (u/s)
Youth (u/s)
Lawrence Stallings served as the standby for the role of "Youth" in the past Broadway production of Passing Strange, and has also been seen on Broadway in The Book of Mormon and HAIR. more...
See awards and nominations on the Passing Strange page
Production Team
Kevin Adams Lighting Designer
Karole Armitage Choreographer
Elizabeth Hope Clancy Costume Designer
Annie Dorsen Director
David Korins Scenic Designer
Tom Morse Sound Designer
Heidi Rodewald Orchestrator
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