Cast & Creative

Brody Grant is a New York based multi-hyphenate artist making his Broadway debut in The Outsiders. Selected work includes Parade (New York City Center) and The Outsiders (La Jolla). Brody is also an independent recording artist, and his music can be found on his IG handle @brody_grant.

Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen. Off Broadway/Workshops include works at The Public, Roundabout, New York City Center, and The Eugene O’Neill Center. TV/Film: “Iron Fist” (Disney Plus/Marvel), “Spirit Rangers” (Netflix), The Final Season Of “New Amsterdam” (NBC), “FBI: Most Wanted” (CBS), “ABC Discovers: Talent Showcase” (Disney/ABC), “Half Life” (Amazon),”PARTS”,”Boyhoarder”. Education: The Neighborhood Playhouse.

Joshua Boone can currently be seen starring as the lead of Netflix’s A Jazzman’s Blues, written, directed, and produced by Tyler Perry, which premiered worldwide at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film garnered Boone two 2023 NAACP Image Award nominations for Outstanding Actor in A Motion Picture and Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in a Motion Picture.

Boone recently wrapped filming on Fleeing, starring opposite André Holland, Nicole Beharie, and DeWanda Wise, and it was recently announced that he will soon begin production on the Morgan Freeman-produced feature film, Last Meals, starring opposite Samuel L. Jackson, Boyd Holdbrook, and David Strathairn. He previously starred in Premature for director Rashaad Ernesto Green opposite Zora Howard and can also be seen in indie release Wheels for writer/director Paul Starkman. In 2018, he completed a guest star role on Seven Seconds for Netflix.

Boone was recently seen on stage at MTC in Dominique Morisseau’s Tony-nominated Broadway production of Skeleton Crew, for which he was nominated for a Drama Desk Award, starring opposite Phylicia Rashad and Chanté Adams for Tony-winning actor/director Ruben Santiago-Hudson. Boone starred on stage at MCC in All The Natalie Portmans after previously starring in Ivo van Hove’s highly acclaimed Broadway production of Network opposite Bryan Cranston. Additional stage credits include Artney Jackson (Williamstown), Actually (MTC, Williamstown), Mother Courage and Her Children (Classic Stage Company), and Holler If Ya Hear Me (Broadway).

Brent is privileged to originate Darrel in his Broadway debut. Previously, The Outsiders (La Jolla Playhouse), Les Miserables tour. Love to Danya and the creative team, TRC, my team at Hudson Artists, Mom & Dad and our dog, Raven. For Noni. IG: @_brentcomer_

Jason Schmidt is making his Broadway debut with The Outsiders. TV: “Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies”, “FBI: Most Wanted”, “The Chair”. Regional Theater: Cinderella (Theater Under the Stars), The Outsiders (La Jolla Playhouse). Jason is a singer/songwriter who releases music on all platforms. He studied at Carnegie Mellon. He would like to thank his ever supportive family, friends, and his gritty team at DGRW and Green Management. Glory to God.

Mississippi native, Wagner College graduate, and winner of “The Search For Roxie”. Broadway: Chicago (Roxie & Annie), Back to the Future OBC (Ensemble) Regional: The Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), Damn Yankees (Lola). Emma is also a teaching artist, director, and choreographer. Her choreography credits include: On the Twentieth Century, Into the Woods, and The Cradle Will Rock. She thanks Ann Reinking, Michele Pawk, John Davenport, her family and Nick for their love and support. @Emmapittmanofficial

Daryl Tofa is excited to be making his OBC principal debut in his second Broadway show of the season, The Outsiders. Broadway: Back to the Future (Marty McFly u/s), Mean Girls (Kevin G u/s). Film/TV: Blue Light (Chris Soriano), Better Nate Than Ever (Disney+), “The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon”. Special thanks to The Outsiders team, my family and friends for all their love and consistent support.

Kevin William Paul (Bob), a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Drama, marks his Broadway debut with The Outsiders. Select TV/Film: “Evil,” “Why Women Kill,” “The Goldbergs,” “Good Trouble,” “Bottom of the 9th.” A musician, writer and athlete, Kevin sends deep gratitude to his family, friends and mentors. Love to mom and panda. @kevinwilliampaul

Dan Berry is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut! Elvis: A Musical Revolution (North Shore Music Theater). Originally from Poughquag, NY and a recent graduate of the University of Oklahoma Musical Theatre program. Much love and thanks to DGRW, his parents, and friends for their constant support. @danberry.j

Jordan Chin (Swing, u/s Two-Bit) Broadway Debut! Theatre: ACL, In The Heights, Flashdance. TV: Marvel’s Hawkeye, Tonight Show, SNL, Tony Awards, Macy’s Parade. Commercials: TD Bank, Gilead, Google. UF graduate. Ailey School. Big ups to my family, friends, GP, & IPSOD. @j0rdanchin

Milena J. Comeau (Swing, Dance Captain) reams of humanity in movement. BANDSTAND and Jesus Christ Superstar on tour; Lempicka at La Jolla Playhouse; MCC’s Alice By Heart (Dance Supervisor); NYC’s Dance Lab New York. Proud Pittsfield native, Harvard grad ❤️ @milenajcomeau

Barton Cowperthwaite (Brill, u/s Bob Sheldon) Broadway debut: The Outsiders! Television: Tiny Pretty Things (Netflix). Girls 5 Eva (Peacock). Fosse/ Verdon (FX) Center Stage: On Pointe (Lifetime). Theater: An American in Paris (First National Tour) Thanks to Lakey, my family for endless support, and my love Sophie, @bartonc

KEVIN CSOLAK (Trip). Broadway: Mean Girls, West Side Story. PAC’s WatchNight.
Film/TV: Spielberg’s West Side Story, TNT’s “Animal Kingdom,” “Boardwalk Empire,” “The
Mick,” “Law & Order,” “Blue Bloods,” “NCIS,” Timberlake’s “Superbowl Halftime,” Doja Cat.
Love – Mom, Family, Buchwald.

Tilly Evans-Krueger (Ace, Associate Choreo) Broadway credits include: MOULIN ROUGE! Off-Broadway credits include: ILLINOIS; THE WRONG MAN; WORKING: A MUSICAL; THE LUCKY ONES and NUTCRACKER ROUGE. Film/T.V. Credits: MOVER; BETTER NATE THAN EVER, SNL, RENT LIVE! and IN THE HEIGHTS. Professional Dance companies: Sonya Tayeh Dance., Chuthis., Camille A. Brown and Dancers, BODYTRAFFIC, Spectrum Dance Theater+ Donald Byrd, and Dayton Contemporary Dance Company. Choreography: JONAH; EVANSTON SALT COSTS CLIMBING; MOVER; BOYHOARDER; GUARANTEE: Joshua Henry, STAY ON THE LINE: Kat Cunning. Tilly would like to thank Danya and the team for their leadership, trust and support throughout the creation process. Thank you to Gram and Gramps, for without you, none of my dreams would have been possible.

Henry Julián Gendron (Swing, u/s Two-Bit) is blessed to have art, friends, family, and God. Broadway: MJ! The Musical (Bob Fosse). Other Credits: Americano! (Off-Broadway), On Your Feet! (The Muny). Henry dedicates this run to Alila, Jonjon, and his Abuelita. FSU BM MT (Go Noles). IG: @thehenry_jg

RJ Higton (Chet, u/s Bob Sheldon) BROADWAY DEBUT!! TV: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel S5 on Amazon Prime. Regional: Boop! (World Premier CIBC Theatre) West Side Story (MUNY) UMICH MT Alum. All my love and gratitude to my Family and DGRW @rj_higton

Wonza Johnson (u/s Dallas) is thrilled to be returning to Broadway after being apart of the OBC of MJ the Musical. Gratitude to the entire Outsiders team, casting and his amazing team at Buchwald. Previous Credits; Broadway: MJ The Musical. Tours: Hamilton TV: Blue Bloods, HBO’s Masterclass. Insta: @wonza1.

Sean Harrison Jones (Ensemble) is honored to be a part of this production. Broadway: Hamilton. Tv/Film: West Side Story (Action), Apple TV’s Spirited, Girls5Eva (Cray). Endless love to the Tulsa Fam, CESD, and his Loving Family & Angels above. IG: @Seany_Swagger

Maggie Kuntz (u/s Cherry, u/s Marcia) Broadway debut! Regional: Beautiful (Carole King); Mary Poppins (u/s Marry Poppins; The Muny). BFA: University of Michigan, class of 2022. Unending gratitude to The Outsiders team, Tara Rubin Casting, KMR, and her beautiful friends and family.

Renni Magee (Steve, u/s Two-Bit) MJ: The Musical (Broadway). Alien/Nation (Forest of Arden), Love Life (NYCC Encores!). Oklahoma! – Principal (DCPA). Porgy & Bess – Dancer (MET). Beauty of Love (Film), Chloe Flowers Carol of the Bells (music video). Training: Interlochen Performing Arts-Dance. Boston Conservatory-Theatre Instagram: @renni_anthony

SarahGrace Mariani (Marcia, Ensemble, u/s Cherry) Broadway Debut! Credits include: Meg in The Phantom of the Opera (North American Tour), An American in Paris (Ogunquit Playhouse), Fosse/Verdon (FX). To Dad, Mom, Hannah, Julia, and Taylor, thank you for everything. @sarahgracenospace

Melody Rose (Beverly, u/s Cherry, u/s Marcia) Broadway debut! National Tours: CATS, Finding Neverland (Peter Pan). Film/TV: tick, tick… BOOM!, Pretty Little Liars. Juilliard alum. Love to Mom, Dad, Aunt Cheryl, Megan, family, friends, Sofia & Rebecca at CESD, and Ashley! @melodyrose

Josh Strobl (u/s Ponyboy Curtis, u/s Johnny Cade) Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen. Regional: Newsies. World Premiere: Invincible. Training: University Of Michigan. 2016 Jimmy Awards winner. Endless gratitude to my family, Sherry Kayne, Tara Rubin Casting, and the Outsiders team. For Mom and Dad. @jstrobes77

Victor Carrillo Tracey (Swing, u/s Darrel Curtis, u/s Sodapop Curtis, u/s Paul Sheldon) Victor is making his Broadway debut with The Outsiders. Previously, The Karate Kid The Musical ( Stages St. Louis). Much love to his incredible team at Clear Talent Group, TRC, and his amazing family. @victorctracey

Trevor Wayne (u/s Ponyboy) Trevi would like to acknowledge Jesus first for blessing him with the incredible opportunities and people he’s met throughout his journey. A huge thanks to Araca; this will be his Broadway debut! Go Gators!! @trevifountain1