Based on the 2007 film by the late Adrienne Shelly, Waitress, is a heartwarming story of love, friendship, motherhood, and the perseverance to overcome life’s challenges.
Why Watch Waitress
Why Watch Waitress
Starring five-time Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles, Waitress is one of Broadway’s most recent successes. Uplifting and relatable, the musical strikes a personal chord with audiences. Bareille’s score debuted at number ten on the US Billboard 200 chart and instantly received outstanding critical acclaim. With music and lyrics by Sara Bareilles and direction by Tony Award-winner Diane Paulus, this soulful production promises to make you laugh while it makes you cry.
Waitress tells the story of Jenna, a young waitress, and an expert baker. Pregnant and caught in a loveless marriage, Jenna finds happiness in her creative pies. When a baking contest in a nearby county offers her a rare chance at escape, she must weigh her commitments against this shot at freedom. Her customers, co-workers and a handsome new doctor in town all offer her conflicting recipes for happiness- but Jenna must decide for herself.
Good for
Girl's night | Heartwarming comedy | Pop music fans
Critics Reviews
“Ms. Mueller, who won a Tony for her performance in "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical," possesses a rich, soulful and emotionally translucent voice, and an ability to bring heaping cupfuls of subtext to her acting.”
– New York Times
“The key statement is not that Waitress is a musical from a team of women, but that Waitress is a good musical from a creative team who happen to be women.”
– Huffington post
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Show Details
Show Timings
Mon & Thu | 7:00 PM |
Tue & Wed | 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM |
Fri | 8:00 PM |
Sat | 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM |
Sun | 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM |
Duration
2 hrs 30 min
Leading Roles
Jason Mraz as Dr. Pomatter
Betsy Wolfe as Jenna
Maia Nkenge Wilson as Becky
Katie Lowes as Dawn
Director
Diane Paulus
Choreographer
Lorin Latarro
Top Songs
"What’s Inside", "Opening Up", The Negative", "What Baking Can Do" & "When He Sees Me"
Additional Information
Audience
Suitable for ages 8 and up. Children under 4 will not be admitted
Available Facilities
In-house lounge
Coat check
Wheelchair accessible
Seating
The theater has a seating capacity of 1044. For tips on how to choose the best seats, you can refer to our The Brooks Atkinson Theater Seating Chart Guide
Outside Food
Strictly prohibited. If you'd like to grab a meal before or after the show, check out our guide to the 30 Best Restaurants in the Theater District
Dress Code
Smart and casual wear is recommended. Keep in mind, the theater is air conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly
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