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Entertainment · October 23, 2026

Jonathan Groff Heads to Broadway in ‘Amish Project,’ a Play About a School Shooting

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Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff will return to Broadway in February 2027 to star in 'The Amish Project,' a solo play written by Jessica Dickey. Directed by Sarna Lapine, the production will be staged at the Broadhurst Theatre. The play is a fictional exploration of a school shooting in an Amish community and focuses on themes of forgiveness and compassion in the wake of tragedy. This project follows Groff's recent appearances in 'Merrily We Roll Along' and 'Just In Time.'

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  • Jonathan Groff is starring in a solo play titled 'The Amish Project' on Broadway.
  • The play was written by Jessica Dickey.
  • The production is directed by Sarna Lapine.
  • Performances are scheduled to begin on February 10, 2027.
  • The play will be staged at the Broadhurst Theatre.
  • The story is a fictional exploration of a schoolhouse shooting and its aftermath.
  • The play is a solo show where the lead actor performs multiple characters.

Reported by only some outlets

  • The play is inspired by a massacre that occurred near Jonathan Groff's childhood home.
  • The play debuted at the New York International Fringe Festival and premiered Off-Broadway in 2009.
  • The play is traditionally performed as a one-woman show.
  • The production is produced by Robert Ahrens and Tom Kirdahy.

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