Cyrus Veyssi Will Join Broadway Cast of & Juliet
Cyrus Veyssi joins the cast in October to play the role of May as the show nears its final Broadway run.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Pop
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Cyrus Veyssi will enter the role of May in the Broadway musical & Juliet starting October 13, 2026. Veyssi is scheduled to perform in the production through December 6, 2026.
Why it matters
The casting change marks one of the final cast updates for the production as it prepares for its planned conclusion on Broadway. This transition occurs as the show approaches the end of a multi-year run that reshaped the Jukebox musical landscape.
The production has grossed over $175 million on Broadway since opening, reaching its 1,500th performance on June 23, 2026. It holds a total of nine Tony Award nominations.
The players
Cyrus Veyssi
Cyrus Veyssi is an actor and social media personality who joins the & Juliet Broadway cast as May.
Michael Iván Carrier
Michael Iván Carrier is the current performer portraying the character of May in the production.
David West Read
David West Read is the playwright and author of the book for the musical & Juliet.
Max Martin
Max Martin is a Swedish music producer and songwriter whose pop catalog provides the score for the show.
The details
Cyrus Veyssi will take over the role of May from Michael Iván Carrier at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. The musical, which features a book by David West Read and a score by Max Martin, will finish its run on January 3, 2027.
Timeline
November 17, 2022: The musical opened on Broadway.
June 23, 2026: The production celebrated its 1,500th performance.
October 13, 2026: Cyrus Veyssi begins performing in the production.
December 6, 2026: Cyrus Veyssi ends his limited engagement.
January 3, 2027: The musical plays its final Broadway performance.
Industry Dynamics
The closure of the & Juliet Broadway production on January 3, 2027, marks the end of a high-grossing jukebox musical tenure on the Stephen Sondheim Theatre stage. This exit follows a multi-year run that capitalized on the enduring popularity of catalog-driven pop spectacles.
Theatergoers planning to see the current cast should prioritize tickets before the January 3, 2027, closing date. Cyrus Veyssi's specific engagement is limited, meaning fans looking for this performance must book before the December 6 cutoff.
The takeaway
The addition of new cast members during the final months of a show provides a unique opportunity to witness different interpretations of established roles. Audience members should verify casting calendars before booking to ensure they see their preferred performer before the show ends.
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