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Shoshana Bean And Jeremy Jordan Extend In WAITRESS Through June 2
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2019


Shoshana Bean and Jeremy Jordan are staying at the diner longer than planned! It was announced today that the pair will extend their runs as Jenna and Dr. Pomatter respectively through June 2.

WAITRESS's Tyrone Davis Jr. Takes Over Instagram Tomorrow!
by Linnae Medeiros - Apr 23, 2019


It's time to head to the diner because Waitress's Tyrone Davis Jr. is taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story tomorrow, April 24th, for the show's third anniversary on Broadway! Be sure to tune it to get a taste of what it's like behind-the-scenes at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre. An inside look at Waitress is never a bad idea, so you're not gonna want to miss this!

Noah Galvin Will Join WAITRESS as 'Ogie'; Caitlin Houlahan Set to Return as 'Dawn'
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2019


The producers of the Broadway musical Waitress announced today that Noah Galvin (Dear Evan Hansen, 'The Real O'Neals') will take over the role of Ogie and Caitlin Houlahan (Girl From the North Country) will return to the role of Dawn on Monday, April 29. Eddie Jemison and Lenne Klingaman will play their final performances as Ogie and Dawn respectively on Sunday, April 28.

BWW Contest: Win Two Tickets To WAITRESS on Broadway!
by BWW Contests - Apr 22, 2019


Order up! BroadwayWorld is giving you the chance to win a pair of tickets to the hit Broadway musical Waitress with its newest stars, Shoshana Bean and Jeremy Jordan! The winner will receive two tickets to a performance of their choosing*. The contest will run now through April 28th, at 11:59 PM EST. Enter for your chance to win TODAY!

VIDEO: Jeremy Jordan Takes His First Bow in WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - Apr 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.

CONFIRMED: Jeremy Jordan Will Play Dr. Pomatter in WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 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.

Photo Coverage: Joey McIntyre Takes His First Bows in WAITRESS
by Walter McBride - Feb 5, 2019


Joey McIntyre is now donning the white coat of Dr. Pomatter! His first performance was last night, Monday February 4 at 7 PM. He plays a limited run through April 7, alongside Stephanie Torns as Jenna!

Sara Bareilles and Gavin Creel Play Final Performance in WAITRESS Today
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2019


On January 8, Tony Award nominee Sara Bareilles, returned to her Broadway baby, Waitress in the role of Jenna, joined by Tony Award-winner, Gavin Creel as Dr. Pomatter. Their limited engagement ends today February 3, 2019.

Not a Bad Idea! Stephanie Torns to Play Jenna in WAITRESS Through Jan 6
by Julie Musbach - Dec 11, 2018


The producers of the Broadway hit Waitress have announced that original cast member Stephanie Torns will put on the apron in the role of Jenna from December 11-January 6, 2019. Sara Bareilles will take over the role, joined by Gavin Creel, on January 7.

Christopher Fitzgerald Returns To WAITRESS December 11
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2018


The producers of the Broadway hit Waitress have announced that on December 10, Tony Award nominee Christopher Fitzgerald will return to the hit Broadway musical in the role of Ogie, the role he originated and earned a Tony nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Musical in 2016. Ogie is currently played by Alex Wyse, who will play his final performance on December 9.

Photo Coverage: June Squibb Takes Her First Bows in WAITRESS
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 20, 2018


Academy Award nominee June Squibb (Nebraska) has officially joined the company as 'Josie', the role formerly known as 'Joe' in Waitress! Squibb began performances on November 19 and will play through January 6, 2019.

Al Roker Bids Farewell to the WAITRESS Diner Sunday, November 18
by Julie Musbach - Nov 16, 2018


Al Roker will play his final performance in the Broadway smash Waitress this Sunday evening November 18. He made his Broadway debut as 'Joe' in the show in October and will pass the pie to June Squibb, when 'Joe' turns to 'Josie' on Tuesday November 20. Waitress producer Barry Weissler said, 'We have loved having Al join the 47th Street's most popular pie shop. He has brought so much joy to the cast, crew and audience.'

June Squibb Joins Cast of WAITRESS as Josie; Nicolette Robinson Extends Thru December 9
by Julie Musbach - Nov 5, 2018


Waitress is shaking things up at the diner (but not too many things)! Academy Award nominee June Squibb (Nebraska) will join the company as "Josie", the role formerly known as "Joe", from November 19- January 6, 2019. This will mark the first time this role will be played by a woman. The show's leading lady Nicolette Robinson, has extended her stay at the diner until December 9.

Al Roker And Nicolette Robinson Extend In WAITRESS On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2018


The producers of Broadway's Waitress announced today that both Al Roker and Nicolette Robinson will extend their stays at the most popular diner on 47th Street through November 18.  

VIDEO: Ben Platt Sings 'She Used To Be Mine' from WAITRESS
by Alan Henry - Oct 2, 2018


Ben Platt took to Twitter to share a video of him performing 'She Used To Be Mine' from WAITRESS, and to express his sadness for not being able to see Nicolette Robison take on the role of Jenna. See the video below!

Alex Wyse and Lenne Klingaman to Join the Cast of WAITRESS as Ogie and Dawn
by Julie Musbach - Oct 2, 2018


Alex Wyse and Lenne Klingaman will join the cast of Waitress in the roles of Ogie and Dawn beginning October 9.

WAITRESS Will Go Pink For Third Year In Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2018


The producers of the Broadway hit Waitress announced today that for the third year running they will be supporting the Susan G. Komen Greater NYC during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this October.  

Al Roker Will Make His Broadway Debut In WAITRESS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2018


Waitress is serving up another fresh face at the diner! Beloved TODAY show weather anchor Al Roker will make his Broadway debut as "Joe" from October 5-November 11.

Photo Coverage: Erich Bergen Takes His First Bows In WAITRESS
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 6, 2018


Beginning last night, June 5, Erich Bergen takes over the role of Dr. Pomatter in Waitress on Broadway. BroadwayWorld attended his first performance and you can check out photos from his first bows below!

Photo Coverage: Katharine McPhee & the Cast of WAITRESS Sing The Music of Sara Bareilles
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 14, 2018


THE GREEN ROOM 42 - Broadway's newest intimate concert venue - presented the cast of Broadway's hit musical Waitress - including it's new star Katharine McPhee - celebrating the music of the show's composer Sara Bareilles in a special benefit for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS on Sunday last night and BroadwayWorld was there.  Check out the photos below!

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