Gina Torres Joined Broadway Cast of Buena Vista Social Club
The actress has stepped into a limited run at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Opera
Actress Gina Torres has begun a limited Broadway engagement in the musical Buena Vista Social Club. She is performing as a replacement while fellow cast member Natalie Venetia Belcon is on a leave of absence.
Why it matters
The production brings the legacy of the Grammy-winning 1997 album to the New York stage. Torres is portraying the character Omara Portuondo during this temporary period of the show's run.
The production is based on the Grammy-winning album first released in 1997. Gina Torres previously appeared in Broadway productions including Face Value and The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public.
The players
Gina Torres
She is an actress who previously appeared in Broadway productions such as Face Value and The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public.
Natalie Venetia Belcon
She is an actress and current cast member of the production who is currently on a leave of absence.
The details
Gina Torres performs the role of Omara Portuondo at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Her tenure in the Broadway show serves as a direct replacement for Natalie Venetia Belcon.
Timeline
October 13, 2026: Gina Torres began her Broadway run.
November 29, 2026: The limited engagement run concludes.
Industry Dynamics
This production capitalizes on the enduring popularity of the 1997 Buena Vista Social Club album by adapting its history for the stage. It reflects a broader trend of theater producers turning iconic music catalogs into limited-run Broadway attractions.
Theatergoers can view the performance featuring Gina Torres at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre in New York City. The limited run is scheduled to conclude on November 29, 2026.
The takeaway
Fans of the original music can experience this stage iteration through the end of November. Check the official Broadway box office for the most current ticket availability for the remainder of the run.
Further reading
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