Schmigadoon!
About This Event
Schmigadoon at the Nederlander Theatre assembles a company of Broadway practitioners, featuring Alex Brightman’s practiced comic rhythm and vocal storytelling, Ana Gasteyer’s blend of music and comic work, and Ann Harada’s precise musical-theatre craft. The cast — including Sara Chase, Isabelle McCalla, Max Clayton, McKenzie Kurtz, Ivan Hernandez, Maulik Pancholy and Brad Oscar — emphasizes tight ensemble timing and clear character work over display.
About the Artists
Alex Brightman
Alex Brightman is an American actor and writer whose career centers on Broadway and the contemporary musical stage. In New York City, he is associated with the Nederlander Theatre, including work connected to *Schmigadoon!*, and has shared the stage with performers such as Sara Chase, Ana Gasteyer, Ann Harada, and Ivan Hernandez.
Sara Chase
Sara Chase is an American actor and singer whose work moves between screen comedy and Broadway musical storytelling. Many viewers know her from the Netflix series *Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt*, where she played Cyndee Pokorny.
Max Clayton
Max Clayton is a New York–based performer working in musical theatre and Broadway. At the Nederlander Theatre, he appears in *Schmigadoon!*, in company with stage and screen performers including Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, Ana Gasteyer, Ann Harada, and Ivan Hernandez.
Ayaan Diop
Ayaan Diop is a New York City–based musical theatre performer associated with Broadway work at the Nederlander Theatre. In *Schmigadoon!* he has appeared alongside Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, Max Clayton, Ana Gasteyer, Ann Harada, Ivan Hernandez, McKenzie Kurtz, and Isabelle McCalla.
Ana Gasteyer
Ana Gasteyer brings a unique blend of humor and musical talent to the vibrant New York City cultural scene. Known for her dynamic performances at iconic venues like Town Hall, Ana seamlessly fuses comedy and music, creating an unforgettable experience for her audience.
Ann Harada
Ann Harada is an American actress and singer whose career is closely tied to Broadway, where she helped define the original run of *Avenue Q* as Christmas Eve and later appeared as Charlotte in *Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella*.