Warriors Broadway Cast Announced: Miranda and Davis Reveal All-Female Gang for 2027 Debut

Key points

• Previews start March 9, 2027, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, with an official opening on April 8.
• The cast includes Jaci Calderon, Aneesa Folds, Amber Gray, Jasmine Cephas Jones, and Casey Likes.
• Several cast members are reprising roles from the 2024 concept album, while others are new to the project.
• Jenny Koons directs, with Andy Blankenbuehler co-directing and choreographing.
• Ticket sales begin in October, with lottery options for lower-priced seats.

Background

Warriors originated as a concept album released in October 2024, executive produced by Nas and produced by Mike Elizondo. The album featured high-profile artists including Lauryn Hill, Nas, and Billy Porter. This marks Miranda’s next major Broadway venture after Hamilton, which debuted a decade ago. The musical is based on the 1979 film The Warriors, which was adapted from Sol Yurick’s 1965 novel.

How outlets are covering it

Playbill, Broadway Buzz, and Variety all confirm the same principal cast and dates, highlighting the return of concept album artists like Jasmine Cephas Jones and Amber Gray. Playbill notes that Casey Likes is moving from the role of Jesse to the villainous Luther. Broadway Buzz emphasizes the connections to Miranda’s previous works, noting that several cast members have credits in Hamilton or In the Heights. Variety frames the production as a significant follow-up to Hamilton, noting the decade gap between the two major projects. All sources agree on the creative team, including director Jenny Koons and choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler.

Why it matters

This announcement marks a major milestone for Lin-Manuel Miranda’s post-Hamilton career and introduces a new all-female interpretation of a classic 1979 film. The production aims to blend various musical genres, including hip-hop, salsa, and ska, reflecting New York City’s diverse musical heritage. The ticket pricing structure, including lotteries for $19.79 and $79 tickets, aims to make the show accessible to a broader audience.

What to watch

General ticket sales begin on October 22, 2026, at 10 AM ET. Pre-sale tickets for Capital One cardholders are available starting October 20. Additional cast members will be announced at a later date. The lottery for $79 tickets begins January 11, 2027, and the lottery for $19.79 tickets begins March 9, 2027.