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Kit Connor Reflects on His Career Transition After Broadway

Kit Connor is currently promoting his latest film, Warfare, which boasts a star-studded cast including Will Poulter and Joseph Quinn, among others. Not long before this, Connor gained attention for his role in the Broadway rendition of Romeo + Juliet, alongside Rachel Zegler.

In a recent appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Connor shared insights into his life after the demanding theater production. He expressed relief in being able to enjoy more restful nights without the strain of late-night performances. “It’s nice to be able to sleep and not have to stay up late and break my body,” he commented.

During his time in Romeo + Juliet, the actor faced some challenging staging. He recounted a particular performance where a crucial element of the set failed him. “There was one night where the stage didn’t open. Normally, there’s a little kind of step that I can jump off. [But this night], it didn’t open, so it meant that I had to jump about twice as high,” he described. He managed to catch the ledge with one hand, securing his ascent, and admitted that the experience was quite daunting.

The Broadway adaptation of Romeo + Juliet premiered at the Circle in the Square Theatre on October 24, 2024, and concluded its limited run on February 26. The cast included notable performers such as Tony Award nominee Gabby Beans in the dual role of Mercutio/The Friar/Prince, Daniel Bravo Hernández as Abraham, and Tommy Dorfman portraying Tybalt/The Nurse, among others. The ensemble also featured understudies Missy Malek, Timothy Oh, Susannah Perkins, and Daniel Velez, adding depth and versatility to the production.

Helmed by Tony Award-winning director Sam Gold, this adaptation also showcased music crafted by Grammy-winning artist Jack Antonoff, coupled with movement direction and choreography by the acclaimed Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh. This collaboration further enriched the classic tale of star-crossed lovers, making it a memorable theatrical experience.

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