Smash, inspired by the hit TV show, is finally coming to Broadway! A hilarious behind-the-scenes rollercoaster ride about the making of a Marilyn Monroe musical called Bombshell, it’s got all the iconic songs, kick-ass choreography, and backstage pandemonium that make Broadway the beloved institution it is today.
Our cast is stacked, because who better to play a bunch of wannabe Broadway big shots than actual Broadway big shots? Among them: Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas, Krysta Rodriguez, Bella Coppola, Jacqueline Arnold, Caroline Bowman, John Behlmann, Kristine Nielsen and Casey Garvin to name just a few.
The production will also be helmed by five-time Tony Award® winner Susan Stroman, and feature a score by Tony, Emmy®, and Grammy Award®-winning duo Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, who wrote over two dozen songs for the television show (many of which will be heard in the musical), a book by Rick Elice and Bob Martin (Tony winner), and choreography by Joshua Bergasse.
"Stand out performances! Incredible voices, dancing and comedic characters "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 23, 2025
I need to see this again!
"I have never laughed harder at any show. it was so entertaining. The cast was amazing. I love the tv show and so I was so excited to see what they were going to do with this show and it did not disappoint. It is the perfect mix of adding new material into the musical while still adding in the things from the tv show that the fans will love. I definitely want to see this again!"
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Maggie H from Suwanee on Mar 21, 2025
Fantastic show top to bottom
"The show is fun, funny, entertaining, the story easy to follow. The cast is la phenomenal - acting, singing and dancing.
I don't know how well it aligns with the TV show that people may know because I'm not familiar with it. All I know is that it is fantastic musical. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 21, 2025
True Broadway fun
"I went into SMASH vaguely knowing about the TV show, that said, it was pure entertainment and joy from start to end.
Staging, singing, acting and did I mention funny!
Easy musical numbers, wonderful cast and time went by quickly."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 20, 2025
Absolutely Brilliant
"We didn’t know what to expect as this was recommended to us and didn’t really know much about it. So glad we went. Everything about this production was excellent. The whole cast were excellent at singing, dancing well everything really. They were all so talented. We loved the humour that all flowed so naturally. If you’re after a fun night out with a very talented cast then this is the show for you. Highly recommend, worth every penny and so much more!"
"Great music and dancing. I laughed a lot, and enjoyed the audiences responses throughout. I left with a smile on my face. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 16, 2025
SMASH was, well…..SMASHING
"Such a wonderful performance by a wonderful cast. As a long time fan of the television series, this show made my heart so happy. I brought a newcomer with no prior knowledge of the television show and she did not stop smiling the entire show. Bravo cast, crew, creative team, and any others involved! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 16, 2025
Fun show! (even if you don't like musicals)
"Really upbeat show and at the same time very workplace relatable, awkward and funny. The cast is incredibly talented with great dancers and incredible voices. Perfect date night show - nothing heavy. "
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David L from New Canaan on Mar 15, 2025
Great songs and lots of laughs
"The show cherry picks the wonderful songs from the tv show. The performances are great. The surprise is how funny the show is. Smash managed to blend wonderful songs, beautiful dancers with spot on comedic timing.
An absolutely enjoyable evening.
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Sean B from Freeport on Mar 15, 2025
One word, fantastic!!!
"I loved everything about this play. It had humor, drama, fantastic storytelling, great costumes. Wow. "
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Terri J F from Cincinnati on May 10, 2025
Smashingly Funny!
"So funny! Director was amazing. Ivy’s vocals were not bad everyone else did a great job. Very well casted all the way around. Sets were fantastic.
Simply loved the production! If it comes to Des Moines, I would definitely love to see again."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 27, 2025
Unbelievable
"I loved the whole play and the voices were incredible!!"
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Frank V from Pompano Beach on Apr 16, 2025
EXHILARATING
"Very funny with a clever plot line. There was so much talent on that stage. Great musical numbers. I have never been in an audience that displayed that much exuberance. This musical is a must see for theater goers "
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Jack S from Arnold on Apr 8, 2025
One great show!
"The cast was extremely talented!!!!! The dialog and songs were fabulous. Costumes were over the top.....need I say more????!"
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Eileen G from Breezy Point on Mar 31, 2025
Lots of laughs!
"Very talented cast: singing, dancing, lyrics, costumes, set design all top notch. Fun storyline. Sometimes couldn’t make out the words of songs. Wish the show started at 7:00 p.m., but 8:00 was still worth the wait. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 16, 2025
Smash is a great time!
"The actors were terrific! The singing and dancing- amazing! We had great seats and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The show exceeded our expectations and we recommend it without reservation. "
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JoAnn D from Glendale on May 5, 2025
Amazing show!
"I love the tv show and was excited to see this play. It was definitely different than the tv show. The story line was almost the same with some changes. It was very funny and the cast was amazing. Whether you saw the TV show or not go see this play. It’s definitely worth seeing. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 4, 2025
Songs are from the TV series.
"Brooks Ashmanskas was funny and carried the show. Bella Coppola was amazing. It was very funny."
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Tim P from West Fargo on May 1, 2025
Very fun, different from the show
"It’s hard to evaluate the show comparing it to the show. If you do that, then there are musical moments and references you would love, but overall will be disappointed. If you don’t know the show and won’t mind the changes- the show overall is very amusing, funny, performances are great from all actors, and humor is in plenty especially Nigel the director. However, writing is a bit rushed and makes the characters sometimes to fall flat. Not a lot of depth, but a lot of fun! "
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Or Michael D from Mattan on Apr 8, 2025
Tight 2nd act! Confusing 1st act!
"Terrific cast and show! Too much dialogue and not enough music in 1st act. The female leads knocked it out of the park! The 2nd act has an economy of verbiage and sticks to the shows strength in its great score. Will recommend SMASH to friends and family!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 30, 2025
Don’t expect the TV version
"The music and talent were wonderful! The storyline was really 'campy', but fun. It was just unexpected. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 17, 2025
Not bad, not amazing
"There was some good dancing and some amazing voices. The performers were solid but didn’t knock my socks off. It was well done. I was underwhelmed with the originality and creativity and there was no memorable music. Enjoyable, if a bit long, but not memorable. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 12, 2025
Entertaining but lacks a good flow
"Music was gorgeous but most numbers were associated with a rehearsal of it instead of performance.
Great acting and voices.
Entertaining and enjoyable. The storyline spun around some and lacked a consistent drive forward. I wish Karen had a bigger role as in the TV show. That tension between she and Ivy Lynn was missed.
Still overall an enjoyable and fun show."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 23, 2025
The story line seemed a bit contrived
"Very talented cast, but the story line was a stretch. For anyone that loved the TV show, don’t come to the broadway show thinking you’ll feel the same. You will recognize some songs and a couple of cast member names, but nothing else. "
