One of the most acclaimed and groundbreaking revivals in Broadway history is taking its final bow. The luminous Audra McDonald and legendary director George C. Wolfe will close out their critically praised production of GYPSY on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at the Majestic Theatre.
With five Tony nominations, including Best Revival of a Musical, and Drama Desk wins for McDonald’s performance and the production itself, this run of GYPSY has left an indelible mark on the Broadway landscape. A reimagining rooted in tradition and yet courageously modern, Wolfe’s vision—and McDonald’s powerhouse performance—have reshaped what GYPSY can mean for a new generation.
A Rose for the Ages
Few performances in the history of Broadway have resonated like Audra McDonald’s Rose. Already a six-time Tony Award winner, McDonald’s interpretation has been hailed as definitive—a fusion of volcanic power, vulnerability, and pathos. Her portrayal of the iconic stage mother transcended stereotype and exposed the emotional architecture behind one of musical theatre’s most complex roles.
“This production of GYPSY made a once-in-a-lifetime event out of arguably the most revered American musical,”
Rick Pappas
spokesperson for the Sondheim Estate.
“With George C. Wolfe’s sharp and illuminating direction and a performance for the ages from
one of our greatest living performers, Audra McDonald,
its legacy is etched in Broadway history.”
Adding a poignant historical layer, Montego Glover has performed the role of Rose at select Sunday matinees—one Broadway legend sharing the weight and wonder of this monumental character with another.
George C. Wolfe’s Vision: Tradition Reimagined
Director George C. Wolfe, a towering figure in American theatre, approached GYPSY with reverence and a deep sense of relevance. He made no changes to Arthur Laurents’ script or Stephen Sondheim’s lyrics, yet unveiled new meaning through inspired casting and cultural perspective.
“George C. Wolfe’s exquisite production of GYPSY
managed to both capture the full integrity of the original,
without changing a word,
and at the same time brought a historic new level of depth with his casting
the magnificent Audra McDonald,”
David Saint of the Laurents Estate.
“He shed a complex light of racial awareness on this quintessential American story,
one that would make Arthur… proud.”
The result is a production that honors the musical’s legacy while highlighting the broader dimensions of the American dream—the struggle for recognition, agency, and legacy through the lens of identity.
A Stellar Supporting Cast
Surrounding McDonald is a cast of Broadway’s finest:
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Danny Burstein as the tender and grounded Herbie
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Joy Woods bringing sharp edge and vulnerability to Louise
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Jordan Tyson as the exuberant June
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Kevin Csolak as the dynamic Tulsa
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Lesli Margherita, Lili Thomas, and Mylinda Hull electrify as the iconic trio of burlesque dancers Tessie Tura, Mazeppa, and Electra
The ensemble—featuring the likes of Sasha Hutchings, Zachary Daniel Jones, and Shanel Bailey—offers a constant pulse of life, precision, and emotional rhythm that makes the show as exhilarating as it is intimate.
Artistic Brilliance at Every Level
The design team for this revival reflects Broadway’s elite:
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Scenic design by Santo Loquasto, evoking both grandeur and grit
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Costumes by Toni-Leslie James, detailed and era-specific
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Lighting by the legendary team of Jules Fisher and Peggy Eisenhauer
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Sound by Scott Lehrer, crystalizing every lyric and emotional beat
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Hair and makeup by Mia Neal and Michael Clifton, shaping character through silhouette and shadow
This attention to craft elevates GYPSY into something richer than revival—it becomes reinvention.
A Final Curtain Call with Lasting Impact
GYPSY will close after 28 previews and 269 regular performances, a run that has redefined what a revival can be. This wasn’t just a restaging—it was a resurrection. And now, the countdown to August 17 begins for those still hoping to witness it.
Tickets are available at Telecharge.com and the Majestic Theatre box office, with prices starting at $59. Performances run Tuesday through Sunday, with matinees on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Visit www.GypsyBway.com for full details and final availability.
A Legacy Etched in Broadway History
When GYPSY takes its final bow, it will do so as a production that elevated the American musical to new heights. McDonald’s “Rose” will long echo in the halls of the Majestic Theatre—and in the memory of every audience member lucky enough to see her.
Don’t miss your chance to witness history before the curtain falls for good.
