Call Me Izzy Broadway: Starring Jean Smart, Show Begins Run May 24

e 12 at Studio 54, with the limited run continuing through August 17. Jamie Wax, the playwright, is making his Broadway debut with this production, promising a fresh and exciting take on the stage.
Starring in the title role is the talented Jean Smart, known for her work on HBO Max’s “Hacks.” Smart plays a woman in rural Louisiana who seeks solace from an abusive marriage through her poetry. This marks Smart’s return to Broadway after a 25-year hiatus, with her last appearance being in a Tony-nominated performance alongside Nathan Lane in a 2000 revival of “The Man Who Came to Dinner.” The show is directed by Sarna Lapine, adding a new perspective to the production.
Completing the cast is Johanna Day, who will be standing by for the show. Joining the creative team are Mikiko Suzuki MacAdams for scenic design, Donald Holder for lighting design, Tom Broecker for costume design, Beth Lake for sound design, Richard Martin for wig design, and T Bone Burnett for original music. The casting is done by David Caparelliotis and Joseph Gery, with Howard Tilkin as the production stage manager and Elizabeth Allen as the assistant stage manager. Olivia Wilusz also joins as the assistant director.
Smart’s recent triple Emmy win for her role in “Hacks” showcases her incredible talent and versatility as an actress. Her performance as the Joan Rivers-like comedian, Deborah Vance, has captivated audiences and garnered critical acclaim. Wax, the playwright, is a multifaceted artist with a background in comedy, journalism, and acting, which promises a unique and engaging production.
Produced by Robert Ahrens and P3 Productions’ Ben Holtzman, Sammy Lopez, and Fiona Howe Rudin, “Call Me Izzy” offers a refreshing take on Broadway theater. Although the show is performed at Studio 54, it is not affiliated with the Roundabout Theatre Company. To learn more about the production and secure your tickets, visit CallMeIzzyPlay.com. Start marking your calendars for the show’s opening on May 24, and catch Jean Smart in this captivating new solo show.