Get ready for a purr-fectly unique Broadway experience this spring! 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' is about to pounce onto the Great White Way, and it's a show like no other.
This innovative production reimagines the iconic musical 'Cats' by Andrew Lloyd Webber, but with a twist that will have you meowing for more. It transforms the classic into a dazzling drag ballroom competition, bringing a whole new level of glamour and excitement to the stage.
The show will take over Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre, with previews starting on March 18, 2026, and an official opening night on April 7. This follows its critically acclaimed run at New York's Perelman Performing Arts Center, leaving audiences eager for more.
Directed by Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, with choreography by Omari Wiles and Arturo Lyons, 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' continues the trend of reimagining Lloyd Webber's works. It joins the ranks of immersive productions like 'Phantom of the Opera' in New York, Jamie Lloyd's revival of 'Sunset Blvd.' starring Nicole Scherzinger, and Lloyd's unique take on 'Evita' in the West End with Rachel Zegler.
But here's where it gets controversial... 'Cats' has a rich history on Broadway, running from 1982 to 2000, and even experiencing a revival in 2016. It also made its way to the big screen in 2019, but the film adaptation received mixed reviews. So, the question arises: can this drag ballroom twist breathe new life into the beloved musical?
The cast includes some familiar faces from the Off-Broadway production, such as Tony Award winner André De Shields as Old Deuteronomy, Sydney James Harcourt as Rum Tum Tugger, and Chasity Moore as Grizabella. Junior LaBeija will also reprise their role as Gus.
Other talented performers joining the cast are Jonathan Burke as Mungojerrie, Baby Byrne as Victoria, Tara Lashan Clinkscales as Rum Tum Tugger, Dava Huesca as Rumpleteazer, and many more. Additional casting details are yet to be revealed, leaving us with a tantalizing mystery.
Michael Harrison and Mike Bosner will produce this extraordinary musical, promising an unforgettable Broadway experience.
And this is the part most people miss... 'Cats: The Jellicle Ball' isn't just a musical; it's a celebration of diversity, creativity, and the power of reimagining. It challenges traditional theater norms and invites us to embrace the unexpected.
So, are you ready to witness this feline phenomenon? Will this drag ballroom take Broadway by storm, or will it be a controversial choice? We want to hear your thoughts! Share your predictions and opinions in the comments below. Let's discuss and celebrate the magic of theater together!
