The Belasco Theatre will welcome two new HelperBots to the stage this May in the Tony Award-wining musical Maybe Happy Ending. Darren Criss, original Broadway cast member who plays the role of Oliver, will be departing the show on May 17. He will be replaced by Zachary Noah Piser who most recently starred alongside Idina Menzel in Redwood on Broadway.
Hannah Kevitt, an original company member and current standby for Claire, will step into the role full time following the departure of Claire Kwon, who will be leaving the Broadway production to join the Maybe Happy Ending national tour in the same role.
Both actors are set to begin performances on Tuesday, May 19, joining original Broadway cast members Dez Duron and Marcus Choi.
What is Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway about?
Winner of 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Maybe Happy Ending tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love. Discover the magic of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway – a fresh and heartfelt musical comedy set in near-future Seoul, where two out-of-date HelperBot robots, Oliver and Claire, forge an unexpected bond in a cozy apartment. As their friendship blossoms into something deeper, their journey overcomes loneliness, celebrates second chances, and asks what it truly means to be alive. With dazzling visuals, inventive staging, and an acclaimed original score by Will Aronson and Hue Park, this poignant Broadway musical is a witty tale for romantics and dreamers of every generation.
Who is in the cast of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway?
Currently, the cast includes Darren Criss as Oliver, Claire Kwon as Claire, Dez Duron as Gil Brentley, and Marcus Choi as James and Others. Standbys include Steven Huynh, Hannah Kevitt, Daniel May, and Christopher James Tamayo.
Zachary Noah Piser and Hannah Kevitt will begin performances as Oliver and Claire on May 19.
Who is on the creative team of Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway?
Maybe Happy Ending features a book, music, and lyrics by Will Aronson and Hue Park. Maybe Happy Ending is directed Michael Arden.
The design team includes Dane Laffrey, Clint Ramos, Ben Stanton, Peter Hylenski, George Reeve, Craig Franklin Miller, and Suki Tsujimoto. Deborah K. Abramson is the music supervisor. John Yun serves as the music director. Justin Scribner is the production stage manager. Casting is done by Craig Burns, CSA at The Tesley Office.
Where can I find official tickets to Maybe Happy Ending on Broadway?
Broadway Direct is an official verified ticket partner of Maybe Happy Ending. Tickets can be purchased below.
