Jesse Tyler Ferguson Announces New Broadway Role After 'Modern Family' Success
Jesse Tyler Ferguson Announces New Broadway Role After Modern Family Success...
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, the Emmy-winning actor best known for his role as Mitchell Pritchett on Modern Family, is returning to Broadway. The 50-year-old star confirmed on Monday that he will headline a revival of the classic musical Company this fall, sparking excitement among theater fans.
The news comes as Ferguson continues to build on his post-Modern Family career, which has included hosting Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and starring in Hulu's Only Murders in the Building. His Broadway return marks his first major theater role since 2018's Fully Committed.
Ferguson will play the lead role of Bobby in Company, a character famously portrayed by Raúl Esparza and Neil Patrick Harris in previous productions. The Stephen Sondheim musical explores modern relationships through a series of vignettes, making it a fitting choice for Ferguson, who has long been an advocate for LGBTQ+ representation.
The actor shared the announcement on Instagram, where he posted a playful video teasing his involvement. Fans immediately flooded the comments with congratulations, with many noting his Tony-nominated performance in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as proof of his stage chops.
Company is set to begin previews at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on October 1, with opening night scheduled for November 15. The revival, directed by Marianne Elliott (Angels in America), will feature a gender-swapped version of the show, adding fresh relevance to the 1970 musical.
Ferguson's casting follows his recent vocal support for Broadway's post-pandemic recovery. In a New York Times interview last month, he emphasized the importance of live theater, calling it "a vital part of New York's soul." His return is seen as a boost for the industry, which is still rebuilding after prolonged closures.
The actor's career has spanned over two decades, with notable stage credits including On the Town and A Midsummer Night's Dream. His Modern Family co-stars, including Eric Stonestreet and Julie Bowen, quickly congratulated him on social media, with Bowen joking, "Mitchell Pritchett sings Sondheim? Take my money!"
Tickets for Company go on sale next week, with early demand suggesting a strong box office run. Ferguson's involvement is expected to draw both theater enthusiasts and fans of his TV work, further solidifying his status as a versatile entertainer.
