The Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents the Broadway Sensation “Hell’s Kitchen” Tuesday, March 10, through Sunday, March 22.
The North American Tour of “Hell’s Kitchen” will star Maya Drake as Ali, Kennedy Caughell as Jersey, Roz White as Miss Liza Jane, Desmond Sean Ellington as Davis, and JonAvery Worrell as Knuck. Joining them on stage will be Stemarciae Bain, Miya Bass, Jaylen T. Bryant, Rashada Dawan, Sherée Marcelle Dunwell, ’Zaiah Ellis, Mae-Lynn Flores, Marques Furr, Destini Hendricks, Jeffrey May Hyche, Alfred Jackson, GiGi Lewis, Christopher Miller, Usman Ali Mughal, Chikezie Nwankwo, Sangeetha “Sang” Santhebennur, Marley Soleil, Beda Spindola, Asten Stewart, Teetee, Sydney Townsend, Timothy Wilson, and Ethan Zundell. Together, this company will bring Alicia Keys’ music and Kristoffer Diaz’s story to vibrant life in cities across the country.
“Hell’s Kitchen” is directed by five-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif (Rent, Dear Evan Hansen and The Notebook) and features choreography by five-time Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown, a book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Kristoffer Diaz and the music of Alicia Keys.
Your journey begins with Ali, a 17-year-old girl full of fire, searching for freedom, passion, and her place in the world. Along the way, you’ll meet the musical mentor who changes her life, her dynamic family, and the neighborhood that helps her grow. Relatable, raw, and refreshingly fun, “Hell’s Kitchen” is a celebration of finding yourself, your purpose, and the people who lift you up.
Hailed by the New York Times as a Critic’s Pick that is “thrilling from beginning to end – a rare must-see,” “Hell’s Kitchen” won two 2025 Tony Awards and the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. Now in its second year on Broadway at the Shubert Theatre, the musical continues to play to rapturous audiences nightly.
Feel the energy of this multi-award-winning musical and experience where dreams begin: “Hell’s Kitchen.”
It was a pleasure to sit down with Marley (Jessica, u/s Ali), just a few weeks before Hell’s Kitchen comes to the Broward center for the performing Arts.
At what age did you begin performing?
I began performing at 5 years old. I was doing commercials, voiceovers and print campaigns. And then I started my theater journey at age 15.
What was your first professional gig?
It was a dog food commercial when I was 7 years old. It was a silly commercial where I had to lay on top of and play with a dog…that was definitely a great time.
Hell’s Kitchen has taken Broadway by storm, is there additional pressure touring in this show?
I would say there is a lot of pressure but not to perform, but to constantly adhere to the scheduling. For example, traveling and keeping up our health.
How is it being on tour for the first time?
It’s incredible and it’s more than words can say as I am learning so much and expanding my world view, forming lifelong relationships, and I get to do what I love every single day. I hope I get to inspire at least one person.
Other than this one, what has been your favorite role so far?
I am going to have to say, Mimi from Rent, as it was the first role I did in high school. I learned a lot about myself in that role. That was the role that made me realize I want to pursue this professionally.
What’s your fantasy role (a role you haven’t played but would die to play)?
Jennifer in Waitress. I am a little young right now, but she is an absolute dream role, and I am in love with Sarah Barellis.
Describe yourself in 3 words?
Determined, vivacious, and brave.
What do you do for fun?
I do a lot of things for fun, but I love hanging out with my friends and I am a huge gamer girl.
What should our readers expect from this touring company of “Hell’s Kitchen”?
Many people have told me that this is a show that has so much energy that they haven’t seen on stage since Hamilton. If you are a theater person, or if you love Alicia Leys, or if you want a good family night, or if you love high energy shows, this is a show for you. We are an extremely tight knit cast, and it shows on stage. The theme of this musical is one of a kind!
If you want to find out more about the lovely Marley, check her out at: Instagram.com/marleysoliel
To purchase tickets for “Hell’s Kitchen” at The broward Center, go to Browardcenter.org
