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Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler to Star in "The Last Five Years" Concerts

2/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler will perform The Last Five Years at the Hollywood Bowl on April 3, 2026, and at Radio City Music Hall on April 6-7, 2026.
The production will follow a London Palladium run from March 24-29, 2026.
Jason Robert Brown directs the concerts.
The production features a non-linear narrative of Jamie and Cathy.
Tickets for the U.S. shows go on sale February 6, 2026.

History

Historical Context

"The Last Five Years," a musical by Jason Robert Brown, premiered in 2001 and features a unique non-linear narrative exploring a couple's relationship. Its 2014 film adaptation, starring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan, further popularized the story. Upcoming performances at venues like the Hollywood Bowl highlight the musical's enduring appeal and the audience's preference for emotionally complex narratives in contemporary theater.

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Story summary

Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler will perform The Last Five Years at the Hollywood Bowl on April 3, 2026, and at Radio City Music Hall on April 6-7, 2026.
The production will follow a London Palladium run from March 24-29, 2026.
Jason Robert Brown directs the concerts.
The production features a non-linear narrative of Jamie and Cathy.
Tickets for the U.S. shows go on sale February 6, 2026.

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