Meet the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!

The Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s film, begins previews tonight, Saturday, March 16, 2024, ahead of a Thursday, April 11, 2024 opening night at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre.

The cast features Brody Grant as Ponyboy Curtis, Sky Lakota-Lynch as Johnny Cade, Joshua Boone as Dallas Winston, Brent Comer as Darrel Curtis, Jason Schmidt as Sodapop Curtis, Emma Pittman as Cherry Valance, Daryl Tofa as Two-Bit Mathews, Kevin William Paul as Bob Sheldon, and Dan Berry as Paul Holden. 

The company also includes Jordan Chin, Milena J. Comeau, Barton Cowperthwaite, Tilly Evans-Krueger, Henry Gendron, RJ Higton, Wonza Johnson, Sean Harrison Jones, Maggie Kuntz, Renni Anthony Magee, SarahGrace Mariani, Melody Rose, Josh Strobl, Victor Carrillo Tracey, Trevor Wayne.

The Outsiders features a book by Adam Rapp with Justin Levine, music and lyrics by Jamestown Revival (Jonathan Clay & Zach Chance) and Justin Levine, music supervision, arrangements & orchestrations by Justin Levine, choreography by Rick Kuperman & Jeff Kuperman and directed by Danya Taymor.

In Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1967, the hardened hearts and aching souls of Ponyboy Curtis, Johnny Cade and their chosen family of ‘outsiders’ are in a fight for survival and a quest for purpose in a world that may never accept them. A story of the bonds that brothers share and the hopes we all hold on to, this gripping new musical reinvigorates the timeless tale of ‘haves and have nots’, of protecting what’s yours and fighting for what could be.

Meet the cast of The Outsiders below!

Brody Grant

Ponyboy Curtis

Brody Grant is a New York based multi-hyphenate artist making his Broadway debut in The Outsiders. Selected work includes Parade (New York City Center) and The Outsiders (La Jolla). Brody is also an independent recording artist, and his music can be found on his IG handle @brody_grant.

SKY LAKOTA-LYNCH

Johnny Cade

Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen. Off Broadway/Workshops include works at The Public, Roundabout, New York City Center, and The Eugene O’Neill Center. TV/Film: “Iron Fist” (Disney Plus/Marvel), “Spirit Rangers” (Netflix), The Final Season Of “New Amsterdam” (NBC), “FBI: Most Wanted” (CBS), “ABC Discovers: Talent Showcase” (Disney/ABC), “Half Life” (Amazon),”PARTS”,”Boyhoarder”. Education: The Neighborhood Playhouse.

Joshua Boone

Dallas Winston

Joshua Boone can currently be seen starring as the lead of Netflix’s A Jazzman’s Blues, written, directed, and produced by Tyler Perry, which premiered worldwide at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film garnered Boone two 2023 NAACP Image Award nominations for Outstanding Actor in A Motion Picture and Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in a Motion Picture.

Boone recently wrapped filming on Fleeing, starring opposite André Holland, Nicole Beharie, and DeWanda Wise, and it was recently announced that he will soon begin production on the Morgan Freeman-produced feature film, Last Meals, starring opposite Samuel L. Jackson, Boyd Holdbrook, and David Strathairn. He previously starred in Premature for director Rashaad Ernesto Green opposite Zora Howard and can also be seen in indie release Wheels for writer/director Paul Starkman. In 2018, he completed a guest star role on Seven Seconds for Netflix.

Boone was recently seen on stage at MTC in Dominique Morisseau’s Tony-nominated Broadway production of Skeleton Crew, for which he was nominated for a Drama Desk Award, starring opposite Phylicia Rashad and Chanté Adams for Tony-winning actor/director Ruben Santiago-Hudson. Boone starred on stage at MCC in All The Natalie Portmans after previously starring in Ivo van Hove’s highly acclaimed Broadway production of Network opposite Bryan Cranston. Additional stage credits include Artney Jackson (Williamstown), Actually (MTC, Williamstown), Mother Courage and Her Children(Classic Stage Company), and Holler If Ya Hear Me (Broadway).

Brent Comer

Darrel Curtis

Brent is privileged to originate Darrel in his Broadway debut. Previously, The Outsiders (La Jolla Playhouse), Les Misérables tour. Graduate of James Madison University. Love to Danya and the creative team, TRC, my team at Hudson Artists, Mom & Dad and our dog, Raven. For Noni. IG: @_brentcomer_

Jason Schmidt

Sodapop Curtis

Jason Schmidt is making his Broadway debut with The Outsiders. TV: “Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies”, “FBI: Most Wanted”, “The Chair”. Regional Theater: Cinderella (Theater Under the Stars), The Outsiders(La Jolla Playhouse). Jason is a singer/songwriter who releases music on all platforms. He studied at Carnegie Mellon. He would like to thank his ever supportive family, friends, and his gritty team at DGRW and Green Management. Glory to God.

Emma Pittman

Cherry Valance

Mississippi native, Wagner College graduate, and winner of “The Search For Roxie”. Broadway: Chicago(Roxie & Annie), Back to the Future OBC (Ensemble) Regional: The Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), Damn Yankees (Lola). Emma is also a teaching artist, director, and choreographer. Her choreography credits include: On the Twentieth Century, Into the Woods, and The Cradle Will Rock. She thanks Ann Reinking, Michele Pawk, John Davenport, her family and Nick for their love and support. @Emmapittmanofficial

Daryl Tofa

Two-Bit Mathews

Daryl Tofa is excited to be making his OBC principal debut in his second Broadway show of the season, The Outsiders. Broadway: Back to the Future (Marty McFly u/s), Mean Girls (Kevin G u/s). Film/TV: Blue Light (Chris Soriano), Better Nate Than Ever (Disney+), “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon”. Special thanks to The Outsiders team, my family and friends for all their love and consistent support.

Kevin William Paul

Bob Sheldon

Kevin William Paul (Bob), a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Drama, marks his Broadway debut with The Outsiders. Select TV/Film: “Evil,” “Why Women Kill,” “The Goldbergs,” “Good Trouble,” “Bottom of the 9th.” A musician, writer and athlete, Kevin sends deep gratitude to his family, friends and mentors. Love to mom and panda. @kevinwilliampaul

Dan Berry

Paul Holden

Dan Berry is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut! Elvis: A Musical Revolution (North Shore Music Theater). Originally from Poughquag, NY and a recent graduate of the University of Oklahoma Musical Theatre program. Much love and thanks to DGRW, his parents, and friends for their constant support. @danberry.j

Jordan Chin

Swing

Jordan Chin (Swing) Broadway Debut! Theatre: ACL, In The Heights, Flashdance. TV: Marvel’s Hawkeye, Tonight Show, SNL, Tony Awards, Macy’s Parade. Commercials: TD Bank, Gilead, Google. UF graduate. Ailey School. Big ups to my family, friends, GP, & IPSOD. @j0rdanchin

Milena J. Comeau

Swing

Milena J. Comeau (Swing) Dreams of humanity in movement. BANDSTAND and Jesus Christ Superstaron tour; Lempicka at La Jolla Playhouse; MCC’s Alice By Heart (Dance Supervisor); NYC’s Dance Lab New York. Proud Pittsfield native, Harvard grad. @milenajcomeau

Barton Cowperthwaite

Ensemble

Barton Cowperthwaite (Ensemble) Broadway debut: The Outsiders! Television: Tiny Pretty Things(Netflix). Girls 5 Eva (Peacock). Fosse/ Verdon (FX) Center Stage: On Pointe (Lifetime). Theater: An American in Paris (First National Tour) Thanks to Lakey, my family for endless support, and my love Sophie, @bartonc

Tilly Evans-Krueger

Ensemble/Associate Choreo

Tilly Evans-Krueger (Ensemble/Associate Choreographer) Broadway credits include: MOULIN ROUGE! Off-Broadway credits include: ILLINOIS; THE WRONG MAN; WORKING: A MUSICAL; THE LUCKY ONES and NUTCRACKER ROUGE. Film/T.V. Credits: MOVER; BETTER NATE THAN EVER, SNL, RENT LIVE! and IN THE HEIGHTS. Professional Dance companies: Sonya Tayeh Dance., Chuthis., Camille A. Brown and Dancers, BODYTRAFFIC, Spectrum Dance Theater+ Donald Byrd, and Dayton Contemporary Dance Company. Choreography: JONAH; EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING; MOVER; BOYHOARDER; GUARANTEE: Joshua Henry, STAY ON THE LINE: Kat Cunning. Tilly would like to thank Danya and the team for their leadership, trust and support throughout the creation process. Thank you to Gram and Gramps, for without you, none of my dreams would have been possible.

HENRY JULIÁN GENDRON

Swing

Henry Julián Gendron (Swing) is blessed to have art, friends, family, and God. Broadway: MJ! The Musical (Bob Fosse). Other Credits: Americano! (Off-Broadway), On Your Feet! (The Muny). Henry dedicates this run to Alila, Jonjon, and his Abuelita. FSU BM MT (Go Noles). IG: @thehenry_jg

RJ Higton

Ensemble

RJ Higton (Ensemble) BROADWAY DEBUT!! TV: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S5 on Amazon Prime. Regional: Boop! (World Premier CIBC Theatre) West Side Story (MUNY) UMICH MT Alum. All my love and gratitude to my Family and DGRW @rj_higton

Wonza Johnson

u/s Dallas

Wonza Johnson (u/s Dallas) is thrilled to be returning to Broadway after being apart of the OBC of MJ the Musical. Gratitude to the entire Outsiders team, casting and his amazing team at Buchwald. Previous Credits; Broadway: MJ The Musical. Tours: Hamilton TV: Blue Bloods, HBO’s Masterclass. Insta: @wonza1.

Sean Harrison Jones

Ensemble

Sean Harrison Jones (Ensemble) is honored to be a part of this production. Broadway: Hamilton. Tv/Film: West Side Story (Action), Apple TV’s Spirited, Girls5Eva (Cray). Endless love to the Tulsa Fam, CESD, and his Loving Family & Angels above. IG: @Seany_Swagger

Maggie Kuntz

u/s Cherry/ u/s Marcia

Maggie Kuntz (u/s Cherry/ u/s Marcia) Broadway debut! Regional: Beautiful (Carole King); Mary Poppins(u/s Marry Poppins; The Muny). BFA: University of Michigan, class of 2022. Unending gratitude to The Outsiders team, Tara Rubin Casting, KMR, and her beautiful friends and family.

Renni Anthony Magee

Ensemble

Renni Magee (Ensemble) MJ: The Musical (Broadway). Alien/Nation (Forest of Arden), Love Life (NYCC Encores!). Oklahoma! – Principal (DCPA). Porgy & Bess – Dancer (MET). Beauty of Love (Film), Chloe Flowers Carol of the Bells (music video). Training: Interlochen Performing Arts-Dance. Boston Conservatory-Theatre Instagram: @renni_anthony

SarahGrace Mariani

Marcia, Ensemble, u/s Cherry

SarahGrace Mariani (Marcia, Ensemble, u/s Cherry) Broadway Debut! Credits include: Meg in The Phantom of the Opera (North American Tour), An American in Paris (Ogunquit Playhouse), Fosse/Verdon (FX). To Dad, Mom, Hannah, Julia, and Taylor, thank you for everything. @sarahgracenospace

Melody Rose

Ensemble

Melody Rose (Ensemble) Broadway debut! National Tours: CATS, Finding Neverland (Peter Pan). Film/TV: tick, tick… BOOM!, Pretty Little Liars. Juilliard alum. Love to Mom, Dad, Aunt Cheryl, family, friends, Sofia & Rebecca at CESD, Ashley and Brent! @melodyrose

Josh Strobl

u/s Ponyboy, u/s Johnny 

Josh Strobl (U/S Ponyboy Curtis, U/S Johnny Cade) Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen. Regional: Newsies. World Premiere: Invincible. Training: University Of Michigan. 2016 Jimmy Awards winner. Endless gratitude to my family, Sherry Kayne, Tara Rubin Casting, and the Outsiders team. For Mom and Dad. @jstrobes77

Victor Carrillo Tracey

Swing

Victor Carrillo Tracey (Swing) Victor is making his Broadway debut with The Outsiders. Previously, The Karate Kid The Musical ( Stages St. Louis). Much love to his incredible team at Clear Talent Group, TRC, and his amazing family. @victorctracey

Trevor Wayne

u/s Ponyboy

Trevor Wayne (u/s Ponyboy) Trevi would like to acknowledge Jesus first for blessing him with the incredible opportunities and people he’s met throughout his journey. A huge thanks to Araca; this will be his Broadway debut! Go Gators! @trevifountain1

Photo Credit: The Outsiders