After much speculation, Jamie Lloyd’s highly acclaimed West End production of Evita is officially heading to Broadway next year, with Rachel Zegler set to reprise her performance as Eva Perón.
Following a buzzy run at the London Palladium last summer and fresh off Zegler’s Olivier Award win for Best Actress in a Musical, it was announced today that Evita will come to Broadway in 2027, beginning performances in the spring at a Shubert theatre to be announced.
Evita on Broadway will be produced by Jamie Lloyd for The Jamie Lloyd Company and Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals by arrangement with LW Entertainment.
“Performing Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s brilliant show in London was a dream come true, but being able to partner once again with Jamie to bring Evita to Broadway is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” said Rachel Zegler. ”I can’t wait to perform for my home, New York City.”
Evita made international headlines last summer when it played a sold-out engagement at the London Palladium. It was heralded by critics with a staggering number of five-star reviews and was described by The Telegraph as “a total triumph,” The Standard said, “Rachel Zegler is an absolute smash in Jamie Lloyd’s thrilling revival,” and The Daily Express called Evita, “The event of the year. Do not miss it.”
Earlier this month, Evita received two Olivier Awards including Best Actress in a Musical for Zegler. The production was also awarded Best Musical and Best Musical Performance for Zegler at the London Standard Theatre Awards, along with receiving five WhatsOnStage Awards, including Best Musical Revival and Best Performer in a Musical for Zegler. It was also recently nominated for five Critics’ Circle Theatre Awards.
Production dates, additional casting, specific theater, and additional ticketing information for Evita on Broadway will be announced soon.
What is Evita on Broadway about?
Fuelled by unrelenting ambition and passion, Eva Perón rose from poverty to become the most powerful woman in Latin America. A beacon of hope to some and a threat to others, her star shone brightly as she captured the nation’s heart and divided its soul. Evita features an iconic score including “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina,” “Oh What A Circus,” “Another Suitcase in Another Hall,” and the Oscar-winning “You Must Love Me.”
Who will be in the cast of Evita on Broadway?
Rachel Zegler will reprise her role as Eva Perón in the Broadway production of Evita. Additional casting will be announced at a later date.
Who will be on the creative team of Evita on Broadway?
Evita features lyrics by Tim Rice and composition by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The production will be directed and produced by Jamie Lloyd. Additional creative team members will be announced at a later date.
Where can I find official tickets to Evita on Broadway?
Ticket information for Evita on Broadway will be announced at a later date.
