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Kandi Burruss Returns to Broadway in “& Juliet”

10/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

Kandi Burruss will play Angélique in the Broadway musical “& Juliet” from December 11, 2025, to March 8, 2026.
This role marks Burruss's return to Broadway after her debut in “Chicago” in 2018.
Burruss, a Grammy-winning songwriter, expressed excitement about the production, which features pop songs by Max Martin.
She also plans to produce the revival of August Wilson's “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone,” starring Taraji P. Henson and Cedric the Entertainer, set to open in spring 2026.

History

Historical Context

Kandi Burruss made her Broadway debut in "Chicago" in 2018, joining a revival trend that has integrated contemporary music into theater. This shift reflects a broader movement in Broadway productions, such as "& Juliet," which features pop songs by Max Martin, appealing to diverse audiences and signaling a significant evolution in storytelling within the musical landscape.

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Story summary

Kandi Burruss will play Angélique in the Broadway musical “& Juliet” from December 11, 2025, to March 8, 2026.
This role marks Burruss's return to Broadway after her debut in “Chicago” in 2018.
Burruss, a Grammy-winning songwriter, expressed excitement about the production, which features pop songs by Max Martin.
She also plans to produce the revival of August Wilson's “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone,” starring Taraji P. Henson and Cedric the Entertainer, set to open in spring 2026.

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