LJ Benet, star of the Broadway musical adaptation of 'The Lost Boys,' reflects on his unexpected journey to the stage in a new BuzzFeed interview. The show has received 12 Tony nominations, and Benet discusses his connection to the character Michael, training for high-flying stunts, and how he never anticipated a Broadway career just a year ago.
lj benet, who plays michael in the broadway 'lost boys' musical, sat down with buzzfeed to talk about his wild ride from 'never gonna happen' to leading a show with 12 tony noms. he gets into the stunts, the character, and how he basically fell into this.
Benet's story highlights the unpredictable nature of Broadway casting and how a single role can transform an actor's career. The success of 'The Lost Boys' — with its 12 Tony nominations — also underscores the ongoing trend of adapting beloved film IPs for the stage, drawing in younger audiences and revitalizing interest in live theater.
benet's arc is a reminder that broadway still runs on vibes and lucky breaks. plus, 'lost boys' getting 12 noms shows that movie-to-stage adaptations are a goldmine for drawing in gen z and millennial audiences who grew up on the film.
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