Broadway Welcomes A-List Stars — Here's Where You Can Catch Their Performances in NYC

Even Hollywood's biggest names, from film icons to TV stars, occasionally hone their craft through live theater. This upcoming season in New York City features a renowned movie star making her Broadway debut, alongside several television favorites returning to the stage.

The actors' strike may have influenced these decisions — Emmy winner Sarah Paulson is set to open on Broadway in November, though she was originally slated for a new series inspired by Glennon Doyle’s memoir, 'Untamed.' Meanwhile, Rachel McAdams had already committed to Broadway for her role in 'Mary Jane' next spring, well before the strike. So, if you're eager to see Harry Potter dance or Ray Donovan as a priest, now is the moment to catch them live.

Daniel Radcliffe

Merrily We Roll Along

Hudson Theatre, located at 141 W. 44th St.; visit merrilyonbroadway.com for more information.

The star of Harry Potter has taken on numerous leading roles on Broadway since rising to fame as a 12-year-old in the blockbuster film series. His performances include notable productions like "Equus" and "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." Radcliffe also led the sold-out off-Broadway run of "Merrily" last year, paving the way for its Broadway debut. This Stephen Sondheim musical follows the journey of three friends in the entertainment world over thirty years, unfolding in reverse — beginning at their lowest point and culminating in their youthful joy. Popular songs include "Old Friends" and "Not a Day Goes By." (Now open)

John Turturro

"Sabbath’s Theater"

Pershing Square Linney Theatre, located at 480 W. 42nd St.; visit thenewgroup.org for more details.

Based on Philip Roth’s National Book Award-winning novel, the play features John Turturro, who recently starred in the Apple TV sensation Severance. This erotic tale follows a decadent puppet maker as he descends into madness. Turturro contributed to the adaptation, sharing with Playbill that he was captivated by what might be Roth’s most provocative work due to its blend of “morality, tenderness, and comic intensity.” (Currently in previews, opening on Nov. 2)

Danny DeVito

“I Need That”

American Airlines Theatre, located at 227 W. 42nd St.; visit roundabouttheatre.org for more information.

Broadway welcomes everyone’s favorite Taxi driver, Danny DeVito, this season, following his performance in Arthur Miller’s “The Price.” He shares the stage with his daughter, Lucy DeVito, who is making her Broadway debut in Theresa Rebeck’s new play about a hoarder at risk of eviction unless he clears the clutter. (Currently in previews, opening on Nov. 2)

Barry Manilow

“Harmony”

Ethel Barrymore Theatre, located at 243 W. 47th St.; visit harmonyanewmusical.com for more details.

The prolific songwriter previously held a Broadway concert in 2013, but this time he focuses solely on the music for this biomusical about the Comedian Harmonists—a six-member ensemble that performed in Germany during the 1920s. The narrative is challenging at times, as the group was compelled to disband with the rise of the Nazis. (Currently in previews, opening on Nov. 13)

Alicia Keys

“Hell’s Kitchen”

Public Theater, located at 425 Lafayette St.; visit publictheater.org for more information.

Here’s the disappointing news: Alicia Keys will not be performing in this show. However, the music features many of her well-known songs along with some new compositions. While it doesn’t recount her life story, it draws from her experiences growing up in a small apartment, pursuing her dreams, and navigating family tensions. As she shared with The New York Times last June, "There’s nothing in this piece that unfolds without me being deeply involved in it." (Currently in previews, opening on Nov. 19)

Aubrey Plaza

“Danny and the Deep Blue Sea”

Lucille Lortel Theatre, located at 121 Christopher St.; visit dannyandthedeepbluesea.com for more information.

The Emmy nominee from White Lotus is making her off-Broadway stage debut this season in John Patrick Shanley’s "Danny and the Deep Blue Sea." Plaza described the role as "an actor's dream" in her interview with Vanity Fair. Known for her role in Parks and Recreation, she will star alongside Christopher Abbott (Girls), playing a troubled woman who crosses paths with a brooding truck driver in a Bronx bar. While sparks fly, this story is far from a romantic comedy. (Previews begin Oct. 30, opening on Nov. 13)

Sarah Paulson

“Appropriate”

Hayes Theatre, located at 240 W. 44th St.; visit 2st.com for more details.

Sarah Paulson, who won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for her role as Marcia Clark in The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story, will take on a fictional character on Broadway this winter. A familiar face on television, she will star alongside Corey Stoll (Billions, House of Cards) in Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ play about a dysfunctional family grappling with their patriarch's death and uncovering a troubling history. (Previews begin Nov. 29, opening on Dec. 18)

Liev Schreiber

“Doubt”

American Airlines Theatre, located at 227 W. 42nd St.; visit roundabouttheatre.org for more information.

The star of Ray Donovan and Tony Award winner for "Glengarry Glen Ross" returns to Broadway this winter, teaming up with Tyne Daly (Cagney & Lacey and Tony winner for "Gypsy") in a revival of John Patrick Shanley’s powerful play. This gripping drama centers on a priest accused of sexually abusing a student and won both a Tony Award and a Pulitzer Prize in 2005. (Scheduled for February 2024)

Laurence Fishburne

“Like They Do in the Movies”

PAC NYC, located at 251 Fulton St.; visit pacnyc.org for more information.

The star of Matrix is well-acquainted with Broadway, having won a Tony Award in 1992 for "Two Trains Running" and most recently appearing in a revival of “American Buffalo” last year. Now, the Academy Award nominee for “What’s Love Got to Do with It?” takes on the dual role of playwright and performer. He describes his new solo show as “the stories and lies people have told me, and those I’ve told myself.” (Scheduled for March 10-31, 2024)

Angelina Jolie

“The Outsiders”

Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, located at 242 W. 45th St.; visit outsidersmusical.com for more details.

While there’s a major Hollywood star associated with this production, Angelina Jolie will not be performing. Instead, she’s stepping into the role of Broadway producer after witnessing an earlier version at the La Jolla Playhouse. This new musical, set in Oklahoma during the late '60s, is inspired by S.E. Hinton’s novel and the Francis Ford Coppola film. It follows a group of alienated teens, and reviews from the previous production indicate it can get quite intense — “It’s a fistfight, not a dance,” noted The New York Times. (Scheduled for March 16, 2024)

Wayne Brady

“The Wiz”

Marquis Theatre, located at 210 W. 46th St.; visit wizmusical.com for more information.

The charming host of Let’s Make a Deal is set to grace Broadway this spring in one of literature's most renowned roles. The five-time Emmy winner will take on the title character in this vibrant reinterpretation of “The Wizard of Oz,” following his earlier Broadway performances in “Kinky Boots” and “Chicago.” (Opening March 29, 2024)

Rachel McAdams

“Mary Jane”

Samuel Friedman Theatre, located at 261 W. 47th St.; visit manhattantheatreclub.com for details.

The star of films like “Mean Girls” and “Spotlight” returns to the stage for the first time since her student days. She shared with The New York Times, “It’s like riding a bike … I hope my training will support me.” McAdams will make her Broadway debut in Amy Herzog’s compelling play about a single mother striving to care for her chronically ill son. She expressed to The Times that the play has captivated her; it’s “beautifully written.” (Opening April 2, 2024)

Jessica Lange

“Mother Play”

Hayes Theatre, located at 240 W. 44th St.; for more details, visit 2st.com.

The Oscar, Emmy, and Tony award-winning actress is renowned for her portrayals of complex women (think of her role as Joan Crawford in the TV series Feud). She makes her return to Broadway in Paula Vogel’s latest play, stepping into a role that seems tailor-made for her. In this production, she plays a mother of two teenagers navigating the challenges of relocating to a new apartment. (Scheduled for April 25, 2024)