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Run Time:
Two hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Ages: 10+
Opened: April 24, 2016
Closing: January 05, 2020

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Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as "The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie" and "Betrayed By My Eggs Pie." When a baking contest in a nearby county - and a satisfying encounter with someone new - shows Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness.

Brought to life by a groundbreaking, all-female creative team, this Tony Award-nominated hit features original music and lyrics by 6-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles ("Love Song," "Brave"), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam) and direction by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus (Pippin, Finding Neverland).

"Waitress is a little slice of heaven!" says Entertainment Weekly, and is "sweet, sassy and passionate," according to New York Magazine. Don't miss this uplifting and hilarious musical.


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Back to the Diner! Sara Bareilles Will Return to WAITRESS for Six Weeks This Winter
by Nicole Rosky - November 29, 2017


Tony and Grammy Award nominee Sara Bareilles, the composer and lyricist of the Broadway smash hit Waitress, will return to the Brooks Atkinson stage as Jenna Hunterson on January 16, 2018 for six weeks only, through February 25, 2018. Ms. Bareilles made her Broadway debut in the show earlier this year, breaking house records at the theatre.

VIDEO: Sara Bareilles Unveils Clue No. 2 for New WAITRESS Casting
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2017


As previously announced, Betsy Wolfe shared her Waitress departure plans, stepping down from the role of Jenna on January 9th. Meanwhile, her current co-star, pop star Jason Mraz is scheduled for a final bow on January 15th. Sara Bareilles announced yesterday she would be unveiling clues for their replacements - check out the second one below and click here if you missed the first!

VIDEO: Sara Bareilles Brings Back 'What's Inside Box' for New WAITRESS Cast Announcement
by Julie Musbach - November 26, 2017


As previously announced, Betsy Wolfe shared her WAITRESS departure plans, stepping down from the role of Jenna on January 9th. Meanwhile her current co-star, pop star Jason Mraz is scheduled for a final bow on January 15th. What does Sara have to reveal? Check out her first clue below, then stay tuned for the rest!

VIDEO: WAITRESS Stars Betsy Wolfe, Jason Mraz Perform on THANKSGIVING PARADE
by Caryn Robbins - November 26, 2017


On the THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ON CBS, WAITRESS stars Betsy Wolfe and Jason Mraz performed 'It Only Takes a Taste', live from The Brooks Atkinson Theatre. Mraz, a two-time Grammy Award winner is making his Broadway debut in the show.

Betsy Wolfe Will Leave WAITRESS Early to Headline Seattle Concerts With Jeremy Jordan
by Stephi Wild - November 22, 2017


Betsy Wolfe has tweeted that she will be leaving Waitress earlier than planned to headline Seattle Symphony concerts with Jeremy Jordan. Her final performance will not be January 9th, and the Seattle concerts will be January 11-14.

Photo Flash: First Look at Jason Mraz in WAITRESS!
by Nicole Rosky - November 13, 2017


Two-time Grammy Award winner Jason Mraz officially joined the company of Waitress earlier this month, playing Dr. Pomatter for a 10-week run. Check out a first look at Mraz in action below!

VIDEO: WAITRESS Stars Jason Mraz & Betsy Wolfe Perform 'Bad Idea' on LIVE
by Caryn Robbins - November 8, 2017


On today's LIVE, Jason Mraz and Betsy Wolfe performed Bad Idea from the hit Broadway musical WAITRESS. Last week, two-time Grammy winner Jason Mraz made his Broadway debut as Dr. Pomatter for a 10-week run.

Exclusive Photo Coverage: WAITRESS Bakes a Difference with CAROLS FOR A CURE
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - November 4, 2017


The Christmas season is in full show tune swing now that the 19th volume of the popular Broadway's Carols for a Cure album has arrived. The cast of Waitress lent their sweet talents to the album, check out the photos below!

Photo Coverage: It's Amazing What Baking Can Do! Jason Mraz and David Josefsberg Open Up at WAITRESS
by Walter McBride - November 4, 2017


Broadway is a soft place to land! Jason Mraz made his much anticipated debut as Doctor Pomatter in WAITRESS last night and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the moment. Also joining the company was stage favorite David Josefsberg, check out the photos below!

David Josefsberg Joins Broadway's WAITRESS as 'Ogie' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 3, 2017


Starting tonight, November 3, through November 19, David Josefsberg will play the role of Ogie, the love-smitten Civil War re-enactor besotted with Caitlin Houlahan's Dawn, in Broadway's Waitress.

VIDEO: WAITRESS Fan Gets a Surprise Proposal Onstage!
by Nicole Rosky - October 31, 2017


Last night's edition of Waitress' Cast Album Karaoke was full of surprises. After Brooke sang 'She Used To Be Mine,' her boyfriend Darren surprised her with a proposal with the help of cast members Jason Mraz and Sara Bareilles. Watch how it went down below!

David Josefsberg Joins Broadway's WAITRESS as 'Ogie' This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2017


The producers of the smash hit Waitress have announced that from November 3-19, David Josefsberg will play the role of Ogie, the love-smitten Civil War re-enactor besotted with Caitlin Houlahan's Dawn.

VIDEO: Broadway Responds to 2017 #WaitressPieChallenge to Spread Breast Cancer Awareness
by A.A. Cristi - October 30, 2017


The Broadway hit Waitress is supporting the Susan G. Komen Greater NYC during Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October with the return of the 'Waitress Pie Challenge.' The #WaitressPieChallenge is designed to draw attention and generate support for local breast cancer programs and national research to find the cures. The 2016 Pie Challenge was a huge success, so it's back and bigger than ever. Here's how to help:

Photo Coverage: Jason Mraz Gets Tuned Up for His Broadway Debut in WAITRESS!
by Walter McBride - November 2, 2017


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, on Friday November 3, two-time Grammy Award winner Jason Mraz will join the company as Dr. Pomatter for a 10-week run.

TV: The Doctor Is In! Watch Jason Mraz Get Into Character with Songs from WAITRESS
by Nicole Rosky - October 30, 2017


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, on Friday November 3, two-time Grammy Award winner Jason Mraz will join the company as Dr. Pomatter for a 10-week run.

FREEZE FRAME: Jason Mraz Gets Ready to Join WAITRESS!
by Walter McBride - October 30, 2017


Mraz just met the press and BroadwayWorld is bringing you a photo preview from the big day below!

VIDEO: Watch Jason Mraz Sings from WAITRESS with Betsy Wolfe!
by Nicole Rosky - October 30, 2017


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, on Friday November 3, two-time Grammy Award winner Jason Mraz will join the company as Dr. Pomatter for a 10-week run.

BWW Contest: Win Two Tickets to WAITRESS on Broadway
by BWW Contests - October 23, 2017


BroadwayWorld is giving you and a friend the chance to win tickets to WAITRESS on Broadway! Enter the contest below for a chance to win a pair of tickets for a performance October 30th - Nov 2nd, 2017!

WAITRESS National Tour, Starring Desi Oakley, Launches Tonight in Cleveland
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2017


The National Tour of WAITRESS premieres in Cleveland, OH at the Connor Palace Theatre in Playhouse Square tonight, October 17th, 2017.

VIDEO: It's Been A Long Time Coming! Jason Mraz Explains His Theatrical Past
by Nicole Rosky - October 5, 2017


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, on Friday November 3, two-time Grammy Award winner Jason Mraz will join the company as Dr. Pomatter for a 10-week run.

Tony Winner John Cullum Joins WAITRESS as 'Joe' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - October 5, 2017


Tonight, October 5, 2017, Tony Award winner John Cullum will join the Broadway musical Waitress in the role of Joe, the cantankerous owner of Joe's Pie Diner, home to the titular pie-maker's extraordinary confections.

TV: WAITRESS Is Opening Up Across the US! Find Out What's Inside in Rehearsal with the Cast!
by TV - On the Road - October 7, 2017


The upcoming National Touring Production of WAITRESS, the new Broadway musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles inspired by Adrienne Shelley's 2007 motion picture, will be led by Desi Oakley (Les Miserables, Evita) as Jenna, and Lenne Klingaman as Dawn with Bryan Fenkhart (Memphis) as Dr. Pomatter, Nick Bailey ('Red Oaks') as Earl and Ryan G. Dunkin ('Bull') as Cal.

Waitress FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the songs in Waitress and what's the order?
What's Inside
Opening Up
The Negative
What Baking Can Do
Club Knocked Up
Pomatter Pie
When He Sees Me
It Only Takes a Taste
You Will Still Be Mine
A Soft Place to Land
Never Ever Getting Rid of Me
Bad Idea
I Didn't Plan It
Bad Idea - Reprise
You Matter to Me
I Love You Like a Table
Take It From an Old Man
Dear Baby
She Used to Be Mine
Contraction Ballet
Everything Changes
Opening Up - Finale

Waitress History

Other Productions of Waitress

2015   Boston American Repertory Theater World Premiere Production
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2016   Broadway Original Broadway Production
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2017   US Tour First National Tour
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2019   West End Original West End Production
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2021   Broadway Broadway Revival
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2021   US Tour
US Tour

Waitress - 2016 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Jessie Mueller
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Book of a Musical Jessie Nelson
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Christopher Fitzgerald
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Lyrics Sara Bareilles
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Music Sara Bareilles
2016 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Musical Waitress
2016 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Jessie Meuller
2016 Drama League Awards Outstanding Production of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical Waitress
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Actress in a Musical Jessie Mueller
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical Christopher Fitzgerald
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Broadway Musical Waitress
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding New Score (Broadway or off-Broadway) Sara Bareilles
2016 Tony Awards Best Musical Waitress
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical Christopher Fitzgerald
2016 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Jessie Mueller

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