Bright Star Broadway Original Cast
With music and book by Steve Martin and music and lyrics by Edie Brickell, BRIGHT STAR is based on an original story by Martin and Brickell and features direction by Walter Bobbie. Inspired by an astonishing true event, the wholly original new musical BRIGHT STAR tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and 40s. Full synopsis
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Stephen Lee Anderson, known for his extensive work on Broadway including productions such as Spider-Man and Wicked, brought his seasoned talent to the cast of Bright Star, adding depth with his rich theatrical background. more...
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Maddie Shea Baldwin, originally from San Diego and a graduate of Indiana University, joined the original Broadway cast of Edie Brickell and Steve Martin's "Bright Star" the summer after she moved to New York City. more...
Jeff Blumenkrantz, known for his Broadway performances in shows like Into the Woods and Damn Yankees, brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of Bright Star. more...
Stephen Bogardus, known for his Tony-nominated performance in Love! Valour! Compassion! and his extensive Broadway credits including West Side Story and Les Misérables, brought his remarkable talent to the cast of Bright Star. more...
Max Chernin, known for his performances in Broadway's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE and BRIGHT STAR, also showcased his talent in the Old Globe production of BRIGHT STAR, bringing his versatile skills to both the stage and various concert venues. more...
Carmen Cusack, who earned multiple award nominations for her role in "Bright Star" on Broadway, has an extensive background in theater, including notable performances at Lincoln Center Theatre and in the West End. more...
Sandra DeNise, known for her roles in Broadway hits like A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder and Kinky Boots, was part of the talented cast of Bright Star, bringing her extensive experience from national tours and television to the production. more...
Hannah Elless, an accomplished musician and Broadway actress, brought her multifaceted talents to the cast of Bright Star, following her debut in the revival of Stephen Schwartz's Godspell. more...
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Richard Gatta, who has an extensive Broadway and touring resume including notable productions such as Bright Star, has also showcased his talents in regional theaters and has a diverse background in directing for major companies like Disney Branded Television and NBCUniversal. more...
Dee Hoty, known for her Tony-nominated performances in Footloose, The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public, and The Will Rogers Follies, brought her extensive Broadway experience to the stage in Bright Star. more...
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Lizzie Klemperer, who graced the Broadway stage in Steve Martin and Edie Brickell's Tony Nominated musical, BRIGHT STAR, has also showcased her talents in productions like THE SECRET GARDEN, A CHRISTMAS STORY, and THE MOST HAPPY FELLA. more...
Michael X. Martin, whose extensive Broadway credits include a memorable performance in Bright Star, has also graced the stages of Williamstown, A.C.T., and the Denver Center, and appeared in notable film and TV productions such as "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" and "Boardwalk Empire." more...
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William Michals, who made his Broadway debut as "The Beast" in Disney's Beauty and the Beast, was a standout performer in Bright Star. more...
Michael Mulheren, a Tony and Drama Desk Award nominee known for his roles in Broadway productions like Kiss Me Kate and Spider-Man, brought his extensive stage and screen experience to the cast of Bright Star. more...
Paul Alexander Nolan earned a Drama Desk nomination for his standout performance in the 2016 Broadway production of Bright Star at the Cort Theatre. more...
Emily Padgett, known for her Broadway roles in Side Show and Rock of Ages, brought her extensive stage experience to the cast of Bright Star, adding depth to the production with her celebrated performances. more...
Tony Roach, who graced Broadway with his performance in "Bright Star," has an impressive theater background including roles in Lincoln Center Theater's "Flying Over Sunset" and "My Fair Lady," as well as numerous regional productions and appearances in film and television. more...
Sarah Jane Shanks, who graced the Broadway stage in Bright Star, has an impressive resume that includes roles in Promises Promises, Shrek, and Wicked, among others. more...
A. J. Shively, who earned a Drama Desk Nomination for his performance in Broadway's *Bright Star*, has an extensive background in both theater and television, including roles in *La Cage aux Folles* on Broadway and *The Sound of Music* on its national tour. more...
William Youmans, known for his extensive Broadway career including a memorable performance in "Bright Star," has also appeared in notable films such as "Birdman" and "A League of Their Own." more...
See awards and nominations on the Bright Star page
Other productions of Bright Star
- 2017 US Tour — First National Tour · Cast
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