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.
Eric Anderson, who was part of the original Broadway company of Waitress, has an impressive resume that includes roles in several other notable productions, such as Pretty Woman and Kinky Boots. more...
Nick Cordero, who originated a role in the Broadway hit musical Waitress, was a celebrated actor known for his Tony-nominated performance in Bullets over Broadway and his memorable contributions to the stage before his untimely passing in 2020. more...
Charity Angel Dawson, who previously graced the stage as Becky in Waitress on Broadway, has an impressive resume that includes roles in Mrs. Doubtfire and Side Show, as well as notable performances in Dreamgirls and The Color Purple on tour. more...
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Christopher Fitzgerald, who earned Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards as well as a Tony nomination for his performance in "Waitress," has an extensive career spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, television, and film. more...
Kimiko Glenn, who originated the role of Dawn Pinket in the 2016 Broadway production of Waitress, is also widely recognized for her portrayal of Brook Soso in the acclaimed Netflix series "Orange is The New Black." more...
Molly Hager, who has an impressive theater resume including Heathers: The Musical and Pump Boys and Dinettes, was also part of the original cast recording of Heathers: The Musical, now available on iTunes. more...
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Max Kumangai, who has an impressive Broadway resume including roles in Hadestown, Jagged Little Pill, and Waitress, also showcased his talents in the First National Tour of Waitress. more...
Jessie Mueller, who originated the role of Jenna Hunterson in Sara Bareilles' hit Broadway musical Waitress, received Tony, Drama Desk, and Grammy award nominations for her performance in the show. more...
Keala Settle, who originated the role of "Becky" in the musical "Waitress," is widely celebrated for her portrayal of the bearded woman "Lettie Lutz" in "The Greatest Showman," where she performed the Golden Globe-winning song "This Is Me." more...
Stephanie Torns, an original Broadway cast member of Waitress the Musical since its debut in 2015, has been a vibrant presence in the Broadway community since 2008, with notable roles including the Elphaba Standby in WICKED on Broadway and its National tour. more...
Ryan Vasquez, who was part of the Original Broadway Cast of WAITRESS as an understudy for Dr. Pomatter and Earl, has an extensive background in both Broadway and touring productions, including notable roles in HAMILTON and WICKED. more...
Awards and Nominations
2016 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Jessie Mueller was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Christopher Fitzgerald won.
2016 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Jessie Mueller was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Christopher Fitzgerald won.
2016 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Christopher Fitzgerald was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Jessie Mueller was nominated but did not win.
Waitress FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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
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