The Jonathan Larson Project
Larson was a brilliant, groundbreaking creator of musical theatre
Musical Theatre Review
Why see The Jonathan Larson Project?
Celebrating An Icon Who Changed Musical Theatre
The Jonathan Larson Project is makes its highly anticipated Off-Broadway debut, bringing to life a treasure trove of rarely heard songs from the late, groundbreaking composer. Curated by Jennifer Ashley Tepper, this extraordinary production delves deep into Larson's vast archive of unfinished musicals, cut songs, and hidden gems, offering audiences a fresh perspective on the creative genius behind Rent and tick, tick...BOOM!.
With a cast including Adam Chanler-Berat, Lauren Marcus, Taylor Iman Jones, Andy Mientus, and Jason Tam, the show celebrates Larson's bold storytelling through infectious melodies, alongside his deep-rooted passion for art, activism, and humanity. Directed by John Simpkins, The Jonathan Larson Project charts the evolution of a composer whose work reshaped modern musical theatre.
About The Show
Featuring more than 20 previously unknown songs, the production showcases material from unproduced works such as Superbia and 1984, as well as forgotten numbers from his most beloved shows. First introduced as a concert in 2018 and later released as an album through Ghostlight Records, this new full-scale staging is a long-awaited tribute to Larson's artistic legacy.
Upcoming Performances
Cast
- Adam Chanler-Berat
- Taylor Iman Jones
- Lauren Marcus
- Andy Mientus
- Jason Tam
Creative
- John Simpkins
- Jonathan Larson
- Jennifer Ashley Tepper
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