Rachel Zegler and Ben Platt will reunite to perform Jason Robert Brown’s musical The Last Five Years in a limited concert series across prominent venues in the United States this April, including Radio City Music Hall in New York and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. This series coincides with the 25th anniversary of the musical and follows their performances at the London Palladium scheduled for late March.
The concert shows are scheduled for April 3 at the Hollywood Bowl, followed by two nights—April 6 and 7—at Radio City Music Hall. Tickets for these U.S. appearances are set to go on sale starting February 6.
Details on Previous Runs and Creative Leadership
Jason Robert Brown, the original composer and lyricist, is personally directing and conducting all performances in this anniversary celebration. The upcoming Radio City concerts mark Ben Platt’s return to the venue, where he previously performed a solo show in 2019 that was recorded and released as the Netflix film Ben Platt Live from Radio City Music Hall in 2020.
The Musical’s History and Recent Productions
The Last Five Years, which tells the intertwined story of novelist Jamie and actress Cathy through a nonlinear timeline, originally premiered in Chicago in 2001 and then Off Broadway in 2002. The show has since become a popular choice for regional and international productions. Most recently, a full-scale Broadway revival opened in 2025 starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren. While Warren’s performance received critical praise, reviews for Jonas’s portrayal and director Whitney White’s staging were more mixed. In 2014, the musical was adapted into a film directed by Richard LaGravenese, featuring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan in the leading roles.
Performers’ Backgrounds and Career Highlights
Ben Platt is known for a range of Broadway roles, including Dear Evan Hansen, Parade, and The Book of Mormon, as well as his solo concert work. Rachel Zegler gained widespread attention starring in Steven Spielberg’s 2021 film adaptation of West Side Story. She made her Broadway debut in 2024 playing Juliet opposite Kit Connor and appeared on the West End in the 2025 revival of Evita.
Significance of the Revival and What’s Ahead
This concert staging of The Last Five Years with Rachel Zegler and Ben Platt offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience the musical’s intimate storytelling live, led by its original creator. The limited U.S. run at iconic venues signals continued interest in revisiting beloved contemporary musicals with fresh interpretations. Fans and theatergoers can anticipate a blend of nostalgia and renewed energy as these acclaimed performers bring the story of Jamie and Cathy back to life on stage.
