Jennifer Lawrence recently attended a performance of the Broadway musical Maybe Happy Ending to support her friend and former co-star Andrew Barth Feldman. Their friendship dates back to their work together on the film No Hard Feelings, released two years ago, and Jennifer’s presence highlighted her ongoing encouragement for Andrew’s stage career.
Andrew Barth Feldman’s Role and Casting Controversy
Andrew portrays Oliver in the acclaimed musical, which has won a Tony Award. However, his casting sparked debate because many expected the role to be filled by a member of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community, given the character’s background. This topic has drawn attention to discussions about representation on Broadway.
Cast Reactions and Upcoming Changes
Daniel May, who performs alongside Andrew, shared a backstage photo of Jennifer with the cast on Instagram. He expressed delight at Jennifer’s visit, saying,
“So wonderful getting to perform last night in @maybehappyending with amazing actress Jennifer Lawrence in the house!”
Daniel May, Cast Member
Andrew’s final performance is scheduled for this weekend, after which Darren Criss will take over the role starting November 5.
Broadway Impact and What’s Next
Jennifer Lawrence’s public support for Andrew Barth Feldman reflects ongoing friendships born from film and theater collaboration, while also drawing attention to conversations about diversity in casting. As the show transitions to Darren Criss, the spotlight remains on Maybe Happy Ending and its lineup changes, continuing to engage Broadway audiences.
