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Maria Friedman's Merrily We Roll Along Makes Broadway Comeback

12/3/2025

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Maria Friedman’s revival of Merrily We Roll Along marks a Broadway comeback, with four Tony Awards in 2024.
The cast includes Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez.
The production filmed a movie adaptation to release in theaters on Friday.
The original 1981 production, directed by Hal Prince, failed due to casting choices and closed after two weeks.
The new version aims to resonate with audiences by reflecting on friendships.

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Story summary

Maria Friedman’s revival of Merrily We Roll Along marks a Broadway comeback, with four Tony Awards in 2024.
The cast includes Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Groff, and Lindsay Mendez.
The production filmed a movie adaptation to release in theaters on Friday.
The original 1981 production, directed by Hal Prince, failed due to casting choices and closed after two weeks.
The new version aims to resonate with audiences by reflecting on friendships.