Angela Birchett Returned Home for The Notebook
The Renaissance High School graduate stars as Allie in the new Broadway in Detroit production at the Fisher Theatre.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Detroit native Angela Birchett has returned to her hometown to perform in the national tour of The Notebook. She plays the oldest iteration of the character Allie Nelson/Calhoun in the production, which launches the new Broadway in Detroit season.
Why it matters
The production marks a significant homecoming for Birchett, a Detroit Renaissance High School graduate whose theatrical career has spanned major Broadway roles in Hell's Kitchen and The Color Purple.
Angela Birchett is 47 years old and a graduate of Kentucky State University. The Notebook musical features three different iterations of the character Allie.
The players
Angela Birchett
She is a 47-year-old actress and Renaissance High School graduate currently starring in the national tour of The Notebook.
Fisher Theatre
Located in Detroit, this historic venue serves as the host site for the Broadway in Detroit season opening production.
The details
Birchett, who moved to New York in 2006 to pursue theatrical roles, portrays the eldest version of Allie who primarily observes and listens during the show. She secured her first Broadway role by submitting a self-taped audition.
Timeline
2002: Angela Birchett graduated from Kentucky State University.
2006: Birchett moved to New York for a theatrical role.
September 22, 2026: The Notebook opens at the Fisher Theatre.
October 4, 2026: The production of The Notebook ends in Detroit.
Culture Shift
This production follows the established Broadway in Detroit season launch schedule. The performance marks the start of the 2026 season at the Fisher Theatre.
Residents can attend the production at the Fisher Theatre throughout its two-week run in the city. Tickets are required for entry to the Broadway in Detroit season opener.
The takeaway
The return of a local alumna to a major touring production highlights the connection between Detroit schools and the national professional theater circuit. The performance runs for a limited engagement of less than two weeks.
Further reading
Learn more about local performance arts and youth initiatives at Secondary Education.
More information
For performance times and ticket availability, visit the Broadway in Detroit show information.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Oakland Press.
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