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A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical
Why watch A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical?
Join Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart and a talented ensemble cast as they bring Louis Armstrong’s incredible journey to life.
The musical is helmed by the talented Christopher Renshaw, a Tony Award nominee known for his work on The King and I.
Around the Town Chicago praised the musical as "nothing short of a masterwork," so get your tickets to watch it on Broadway today!
A Wonderful World is a musical journey through the life of jazz icon Louis Armstrong, named after his beloved 1967 hit. Originally conceived in 2019, the musical faced production challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with its world premiere finally taking place in Miami in December 2021. Tony Award-winner James Monroe Iglehart, renowned for his role in Disney's Aladdin, will bring Louis Armstrong to life on stage. The musical, with a book by Aurin Squire and conceived by Christopher Renshaw and Andrew Delaplaine, is a vibrant celebration of Armstrong's music and life.
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A Wonderful World shines a spotlight on the women who shared Louis Armstrong's life
A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL
PLAYED
ITS FINAL BROADWAY PERFORMANCE ON FEBRUARY 23, 2025.
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A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical
is “a majestic spectacle of dazzling musical numbers” (
Variety
),featuringArmstrong’s timeless hits like “What a Wonderful World” and “When You’re Smiling,” performed by a large, dynamic cast.
As Louis Armstrong, Tony Award® winner “James Monroe Iglehart has every detail perfectly tuned” (
The New York Times
), and
Time Out New York
proclaims, “the king has arrived on Broadway!”
This full-scale musical features a rich tapestry of characters, including the extraordinary women who helped shape his remarkable life and career — from New Orleans to worldwide fame.
Don’t miss this “★★★★ tribute to one of the true 20th-century jazz greats” (
New York Stage Review
), filled with vibrant dance numbers, stunning sets, and unforgettable performances. “You will walk out saying ‘What a wonderful world!’ Go and enjoy!” (
Amsterdam News
).
Casting is now complete for the upcoming Broadway production of
A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical
, which played New Orleans and Chicago in October 2023 and will play Studio 54 this fall.
As previously reported,
Aladdin
Tony winner James Monroe Iglehart, recently seen on Broadway in the revival of
Spamalot
, will again star as the late jazz legend. Previews will begin October 16 at Studio 54 prior to an official opening November 11. James T. Lane (
Chicago
,
A Chorus Line
), the production just announced, will play Armstrong at certain performances.
Playing the roles of Armstrong’s four wives, who each had a unique impact upon his life, will be Darlesia Cearcy (
How to Dance in Ohio
) as Lucille Wilson, Dionne Figgins (
Memphis
) as Daisy Parker, Kim Exum (
The Book of Mormon
) as Alpha Smith, and Jennie Harney-Fleming (
The Color Purple
) as Lil Hardin.
The 26-member cast also features Trista Dollison as standby for the roles of Daisy Parker, Lil Hardin, Alpha Smith, and Lucille Wilson; DeWitt Fleming, Jr. as Lincoln Perry; Jason Forbach as Crooner and Others; Gavin Gregory as King Joe Oliver; and Jimmy Smagula as Joe Glaser.
The ensemble will featu
Broadway Cast Announced for A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical
The producers of
A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical
, have announced complete casting ahead of the Broadway run, which is set to begin preview performances at Studio 54 on October 16 ahead of an official opening night November 11.
As previously announced, James Monroe Iglehart will lead the cast as Armstrong.
Playing the roles of Armstrong’s four wives will be Darlesia Cearcy (
How to Dance in Ohio
) as Lucille Wilson, Dionne Figgins (
Motown the Musical
) as Daisy Parker, Kim Exum (
The Book of Mormon
) as Alpha Smith, and Jennie Harney-Fleming (
The Color Purple
) as Lil Hardin.
The 26-member cast features Trista Dollison as standby for the roles of Daisy Parker, Lil Hardin, Alpha Smith and Lucille Wilson; DeWitt Fleming, Jr. as Lincoln Perry; Jason Forbach as Crooner & Others; Gavin Gregory as King Joe Oliver; and Jimmy Smagula as Joe Glaser. Award-winning Broadway actor James T. Lane (
Chicago
) will play Armstrong at certain performances...
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