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JOY: A New True Musical

Closing: August 17, 2025

JOY: A New True Musical - 2025 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Laura Pels Theatre
Harold & Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre 111 West 46th Street New York, NY 10036

JOY is an uplifting musical based on the true story of entrepreneur and inventor Joy Mangano. Her journey—also told in the 2015 film JOY, starring Oscar nominee Jennifer Lawrence—now comes to life on stage. From single motherhood and financial struggles to building a business empire, Joy’s story shows the power of resilience and determination. Don’t miss this inspiring celebration of a woman who never gave up and redefined the American Dream!


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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR JOY: A New True Musical

Joy: An Old Mop Story Fairly Wrung Out
6 / 10

Good storytelling is not only key to selling merchandise, it’s essential to musical theater. And while the production at the Laura Pels Theatre has much to offer – most especially a bravura star turn from Betsy Wolfe – the book by Ken Davenport falls rather short in selling Joy’s rags-to-riches story on the live stage.

‘Joy’ Review: A Rags-to-QVC-Riches Story
5 / 10

Wolfe gives her all throughout and sells “A Better Way,” the de rigueur 11 o’clock empowerment anthem, as effectively the real Joy pitched her product. But what does it say about the show that a mop giveaway to some audience members provides one of the biggest flashes of excitement?

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Honor Blue Savage Shares Backstage Secrets From JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - August 13, 2025


In this edition of Words From The Wings, Honor Blue Savage from JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL takes us backstage at the Laura Pels Theatre to share some of her pre-show rituals, favorite moments, must-haves, and more!

Photos: Hoda Kotb Visits JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Bruce Glikas - July 24, 2025


The company at the Laura Pels Theatre just welcomed a very special guest! Television personality Hoda Kotb stopped by to check out JOY: A New True Musical and posed with the cast after the show. Check out photos here!

Review Roundup: Betsy Wolfe-Led JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL Opens Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - July 21, 2025


JOY: A New True Musical, starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as 'Joy,' is now playing off-Broadway at the Laura Pels Theatre. See what the critics had to say and read the reviews here!

Character Breakdown: JOY Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Joey Mervis - June 28, 2025


Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe is heading back to the stage this summer in JOY: A New True Musical, which just began performances at the Laura Pels Theatre at the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. Watch as the cast unpacks their roles in this video!

JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL to Offer $19.95 Tickets Through Rush Policy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 23, 2025


JOY: A New True Musical starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as ‘Joy' is launching a general rush policy. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!

JOY Launches Box Office with Betsy Wolfe, Ticket Special, and a Free Mop
by A.A. Cristi - June 12, 2025


The box office for JOY: A New True Musical, starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as inventor and entrepreneur Joy Mangano, will open on Monday, June 16 at 12 PM ET with special pricing and giveaways.

Video: Betsy Wolfe Shares Her Broadway Firsts
by Joey Mervis - June 12, 2025


What are some of the milestone moments that have most impacted our favorite Broadway performers? We're finding out with 'Broadway Firsts'- a series that unpacks the events that shaped the stars who grace theatre's biggest stages. Learn more about Betsy Wolfe's firsts in this video!

Video: Betsy Wolfe and Company Explain What JOY is All About
by Joey Mervis - June 3, 2025


Rehearsals are officially underway for JOY: A New True Musical, based on the life of trailblazing businesswoman and inventor Joy Mangano. Playing Joy herself is Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe. Watch in this video as the cast and creative team tell us all about the new musical!

Brandon Espinoza to Replace Mauricio Martínez in JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025


Brandon Espinoza will be joining the cast of JOY: A New True Musical as ‘Tony’ following the departure of the previously announced Mauricio Martínez. Learn more!

JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL Launches Ticket Initiative with Girls Inc. of New York City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2025


JOY: A New True Musical is partnering on a ticket initiative with Girls Inc. of New York City. Learn more about the partnership and about the show here!

Betsy Wolfe-Led JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025


Complete casting has been announced for JOY: A New True Musical starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as ‘Joy.' JOY begins rehearsals on May 5 and will make its off-Broadway debut at the Laura Pels Theatre.

JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL Will Host Live Virtual Chat About the Making of the Musical
by Stephi Wild - April 29, 2025


JOY: A New True Musical will host a free, live virtual chat titled “The Making of JOY” on Tuesday, May 13 at 7pm ET that will feature inventor and entrepreneur Joy Mangano, Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe, and members of the creative team.

Gabriela Carillo and Paul Whitty to Join JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2025


Gabriela Carrillo and Paul Whitty will be joining the cast of JOY: A New True Musical starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as ‘Joy.’ Learn more about the production here!

Listen to AnnMarie Milazzo Sing from 'The Shape of Things: Songs From Joy The Musical'
by Nicole Rosky - March 21, 2025


AnnMarie Milazzo just released “The Shape of Things: Songs From Joy The Musical,” a concept album inspired by Joy, the powerful and uplifting new musical based on the life of trailblazing businesswoman and inventor Joy Mangano. Listen to a track from the album here!

Charl Brown, Adam Grupper, and Mauricio Martinez Join JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 19, 2025


The leading men who will be joining Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe this summer in JOY: A New True Musical have been revealed! See who is starring in the production and learn more here.

Jill Abramovitz and Honor Blue Savage Join Betsy Wolfe in JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - February 25, 2025


Two new cast members have been announced to join the previously announced Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe this summer in JOY: A New True Musical! Learn more here!

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