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.
"Smash is a good time. Not perfect logic. Not deep. But a lot of heart and great songs and dance numbers. Especially enjoyable if you have an interest in the sometimes messy process of putting together a Broadway show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 30, 2025
My favorite
"Fantastic show! Has it all! Incredible voices, laugh out loud humor, touching moments, great staging. Plenty of songs from the TV show which I loved, but the new, original songs were beautiful, too. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 28, 2025
Loved it.
"We fully thought we would like it, but all of us truly loved it. Great staging, wonderful music, we also really liked the changes from the TV show. Great good job to all involved with the production. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 27, 2025
A Feel-Good Romp
"Smash exceeded our high expectations, with memorable song-and-dance numbers, wonderful music, superb acting, and stimulating staging. We especially loved how the audience even becomes part of the hilarious tale, and the entire audience appeared to instantly connect with the show and its storyline. The show is easily the best musical we’ve seen in many years and reminded us of all the best that is Broadway. Kudos to the cast and crew and all the creatives involved in the production. The actors particularly succeeded in providing heart-warming, nuanced, and authentic performances. We are SO glad we picked Smash as the show to see on our one night available in New York for Broadway entertainment! "
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Robert S from Fort Lauderdale on Apr 26, 2025
I loved it!
"The show is fun, surprising, funny and the music is terrific. It's a show for the whole family. "
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Karen Q from Las Vegas on Apr 24, 2025
One of the best musicals that I have seen in years
"This is one of the best musicals that I have seen in years. The song was beautiful and beyond expectations along with the choreography "
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FRANK E from NEW YORK on Apr 20, 2025
Great experience for a SMASH TV lover
"I was a devotee of SMASH the TV show. I loved the music, the clever lyrics, and the performances, especially Megan Hilty. I was disappointed she was in Death Becomes Her instead of SMASH, but I wanted to see the show regardless. I'm so glad I did! The cast was brilliant. Robyn Hurder was fantastic. I loved the changes from the TV show. I liked that most of the cast got to sing the songs as opposed to just Ivy. The dancing was fabulous and those songs...so great. The play added humor that the TV show lacked, which I appreciated. Brooks Ashmanskas as Nigel was hilarious. "
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Colleen J from West Chester on Apr 20, 2025
This show is awesome!
"I was particularly struck by the vocal talents of each of the female leads. Each have multiple solos, and to say they pulled each one off flawlessly would be an understatement. Their voices were powerful and rich and gave me goosebumps. If that wasn't enough, the costumes are gorgeous while the dance numbers had me tapping my feet and moving in my seat. If you're a fan of the TV show, keep an open mind on the story; many similarities, but many differences, with a different performance of the theme song, "Let Me Be Your Star". Still great and sung with perfection. Billed as a musical comedy, it is funny and highly amusing with the comedic moments' timing very well done by the cast and weaved throughout the story. I highly recommend this show. You will not be disappointed. I left the theater smiling from ear-to-ear."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 20, 2025
Such a feel good fun night on Broadway
"Very talented cast, fun, light-hearted story. Funny, and engaging and the music is great. Brava to Robyn, Bella & Caroline! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 18, 2025
Amazing Performance
"The cast was amazing. Such talented singers . Loved the costumes. Great acting "
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Edward J from Pompano Beach on Apr 16, 2025
Singing, dancing and a great story
"Can’t ask for more from a musical."
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Michael S from New Britain on Apr 12, 2025
Ah-mazing!!!
"What a fun musical! The singing, dancing, and story were fantastic! I would see it again!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 11, 2025
The most laughs & overall enjoyment we've had on Broadway in years!
"A highly entertaining and informative look behind the scenes of Broadway from many perspectives - producers, investors, writers, dancers, directors, actors, and production crew. A showcase of talent singing, dancing and acting, packed with heaps of fun and hilarious moments and lines. I enjoyed it immensely as did my two mid 20's son and daughter."
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Leslie D from Rcho Santa Fe on Apr 10, 2025
A Hot Mess!
"A wonderful show! Comedy and all the hits from the show you loved ! I would absolutely recommend this show and I hope to see it again! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 10, 2025
Fabulous talent
"SMASH made you smile. The talent was over the top: the singing, the dancing. A pleasure to watch"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 9, 2025
Josh Bergasse has outdone himself…
"This cast and crew was absolutely amazing! Super entertaining show with gorgeous vocals and out of this world dance choreography done by Josh Bergasse! Get out there and check out this show! You won’t regret it."
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Karen S from Milford on Apr 8, 2025
SMASHING!
"Very entertaining ! Beautiful singing & nice tempo to the show . . . With a real feel of what the people surrounding her were doing to her, & the emotional toll it was taking on Marilyn's life & those around her!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 3, 2025
One of the best I’ve seen!
"It was everything a Broadway musical should be! Glamorous, tons of talent, fun! We loved it!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 3, 2025
A Fun Night Out
"The singing was incredible and the choreography was great as well! The first half especially was incredibly funny - it was great to be a part of the audience!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 2, 2025
Smash is Smashing with talent !!
"Absolutely 💯 amazing production from beginning to end !!
Incredible cast all around amazing.
I highly recommend it, and definitely I will see it again. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 25, 2025
Clever and uplifting
"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!"