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BIO

Broadway: A Beautiful Noise. New York workshops: I Know Where I’m Going (LCT, Scott Ellis), ¡Americano! (Amas/Quixote), Ten Brave Second (Asylum NYC). Some favorite regional productions: Proxy Marriage (Goodspeed, Adam Gwon, Igor Goldin), A Chorus Line (IRNE nomination). BFA Boston Conservatory. Proud NorCal transplant. Unbelievably stoked to be back in The Bean! Much love to the DGRW fam! @this.guy.makai.wo

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Performer (Swing)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Richard [Replacement]

Francois [Replacement]

Romeo (Understudy) [Replacement]

Francois (Understudy) [Replacement]


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JC Chasez Will Host Sing-Along Performance of & JULIET

& Juliet will host a special sing-along performance on Thursday, November 21 at 7 pm, hosted by  Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter-producer and *NSYNC star JC Chasez. 
Video: Joey Fatone Talks Returning to Broadway in & JULIET

Joey Fatone will soon return to Broadway for the first time in two decades. Beginning January 21, 2025, the pop music superstar and founding member of *NSYNC, will join the Broadway company of & Juliet in the role of Lance and discussed coming back to Broadway on a recent visit to Live with Kelly and Mark. Watch the interview now!
Photos: Charli D'Amelio & More Join Cast of & JULIET

Earlier this week at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 13 new company members celebrated their first performances in & Juliet on Broadway. Check out photos from inside the big night!
Pop Icon Joey Fatone To Join & JULIET On Broadway

Joey Fatone, a founding member of iconic boy band *NSYNC, is set to return to Broadway in 2025 in the company of & Juliet. We have all of the details on his upcoming run here!
Taylor Schilling, Ryan O'Connor & More to Star in THE COWARDS Industry Reading

The new play The Cowards: A Marvelously Queer New Comedy, written by playwright/actor Ryan O’Connor, will have an industry reading in December, starring Taylor Schilling and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Alison Luff, Liam Pearce, Nathan Levy, and More Join & JULIET on Broadway

New cast members will join & Juliet for the hit musical’s third year on Broadway. Joining the company this October is Alison Luff as ‘Anne’ (The Who’s Tommy, Waitress, Escape to Margaritaville), Liam Pearce as ‘Romeo’ (How to Dance in Ohio, McCarter Theatre Center’s Empire Records), and Nathan Levy as ‘François’ (Aladdin, Dear Evan Hansen). 
Photos: Drew Gehling as 'Shakespeare' in & JULIET on Broadway

Get a first look at photos of Drew Gehling as Shakespeare in & Juliet on Broadway.
Drew Gehling Will Join the Cast of & JULIET Next Month

Drew Gehling is set to join the company of the hit musical & Juliet in the role of 'Shakespeare' next month! He will begin performances on August 16, 2024.
Video: & JULIET Releases New Trailer

Watch a new trailer for & Juliet, now running on Broadway!
Paulo Szot Returns to & JULIET on Broadway This Week

Tony Award winner Paulo Szot returns to the Broadway cast of & Juliet tomorrow, July 16. Szot, who originated the role of 'Lance' on Broadway, takes over following David Bedella, who created the role in the UK.
Jeannette Bayardelle Joins the Cast of & JULIET on Broadway

Tony Award Nominee Jeannette Bayardelle will join the company of & Juliet on Broadway as ‘Angélique’. She will begin performances on Saturday, June 29, 2024.
ANGEL OF ARKANSAS Directed By Susan Stroman To Receive Second Industry Presentation In New York

Susan Stroman's ANGEL OF ARKANSAS will have a second industry presentation in New York, showcasing the new musical to potential producers and investors.
& JULIET Recoups on Broadway

& Juliet has recouped its production costs on Broadway as of April 14, 2024, becoming the first new musical of the 2022-23 Broadway season to announce its recoupment.
Video: Backstreet Boy AJ McLean Celebrates 'Favorite' Betsy Wolfe at & JULIET

Backstreet Boy AJ McLean celebrates his 'personal favorite' Betsy Wolfe during his appearance at & Juliet. See Wolfe's response in the video here!
Photos/Video: & JULIET Welcomes Backstreet Boy AJ McLean for A Sing-Along

Last night, & JULIET welcomed Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean to the Broadway stage, where he hosted a special Sing-Along performance of the hit musical. See photos and video from the his visit below!
Photos: First Look at Maya Boyd in & JULIET on Broadway

All new photos have been released of Maya Boyd in & Juliet on Broadway. Boyd stars in the role of Juliet beginning tonight, Tuesday, May 14. 
Photos: Conan Gray Stops By & JULIET

Pop star Conan Gray recently paid a visit to & Juliet on Broadway, and posed with the cast backstage following the performance. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean Will Host & JULIET Sing-Along Performance

For one night only AJ McLean of the Backstreet Boys will join the company of & JULIET onstage on Thursday, May 16 at 7 pm to host a special Sing-Along performance of the hit Broadway musical.
Video: Watch 3 Romeos of & JULIET Cover *NSYNC

For all of the Max Martin hits included in & Juliet, did you know that so many more didn't make the cut? Watch 'Tearin' Up My Heart (Romeos' Version)' featuring three Romeos: Ben Jackson Walker, Makai Hernandez, Daniel J. Maldonado.
Photos: Hannah Waddingham Visits & JULIET

The Stephen Sondheim Theatre just welcomed a very special guest! Stage and screen star Hannah Waddingham stopped by to see & Juliet and to pose with the cast. Check out photos here.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Makai Hernandez been in?

Makai Hernandez has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Makai Hernandez been in?

Makai Hernandez has not appeared in the West End.

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