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Isa Briones takes the Broadway stage tonight in a triumphant return to the Great White Way. The 27-year-old actress steps into the iconic role of Connie Francis in Just in Time, marking her highly anticipated second Broadway outing and a major career moment.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Broadway Debut: Tonight, April 1, 2026, at Circle in the Square Theatre
- Previous Broadway Role: Eurydice in Hadestown (2024), alongside her father Jon Jon Briones
- TV Fame: Dr. Trinity Santos in medical drama The Pitt
- Career Standout: Starred as Soji in Star Trek: Picard on Paramount+
From Star Trek to the Bright Lights of Broadway
Isa Briones isn’t a stranger to major roles, but tonight marks a significant milestone in her theatrical journey. Best known for her portrayal of android Soji in Star Trek: Picard, the London-born actress has built an impressive career combining television and stage work. She was the youngest cast member on the Star Trek series led by Sir Patrick Stewart, earning critical acclaim for her nuanced performance as Data’s android daughter.
Her transition to Broadway came in 2024 when she made her theatrical debut as Eurydice in Hadestown. What made that debut uniquely special was sharing the stage with her father, veteran stage actor Jon Jon Briones, who played Hermes. The pair became the first father-daughter duo to star together in the acclaimed production, earning praise for their fierce performances and undeniable chemistry.
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Taking Over Broadway’s Most Exciting Musical
Just in Time is no ordinary musical. The jukebox production tells the extraordinary life story of legendary singer Bobby Darin, featuring his biggest hits including Beyond the Sea, Splish Splash, and Mack the Knife. The production opened at Circle in the Square Theatre on April 26, 2025, and has been a critical darling ever since, offering an immersive theatrical experience directed by Tony Award-winning director Alex Timbers.
Briones takes over the role of Connie Francis from Sarah Hyland, who played her final performance on March 29, 2026. The timing is significant, as the musical is also welcoming Matthew Morrison as Bobby Darin beginning tonight through April 19, 2026. Multiple replacements in a major production signify the show’s success and its draw for top-tier talent.
| Production Detail | Information |
| Theater | Circle in the Square Theatre |
| Director | Alex Timbers (Tony Award Winner) |
| Musical Focus | Bobby Darin Jukebox Musical |
| Original Opening | April 26, 2025 |
“This will mark Briones’ second Broadway outing, following her debut as Eurydice in Hadestown in 2024.”
— Playbill, Broadway Publications
A Rising Star’s Breakthrough Career Acceleration
Isa Briones represents a new generation of theatrical talent who seamlessly balance streaming prestige with Broadway legacy. On the small screen, she continues her role as Dr. Trinity Santos in the award-winning medical drama The Pitt, which has garnered critical acclaim. She also appeared in FX’s American Crime Story: Versace and the Disney+ series Goosebumps, demonstrating her versatility across multiple platforms and genres.
Her casting in Just in Time reflects Broadway’s confidence in younger actors who bring both theatrical training and contemporary star power. Tonight’s debut marks another step in what industry observers predict will be a landmark career trajectory. With her father’s legacy in theater and her own star-making performances in prestige television, Briones embodies the future of Broadway talent.
Will Isa Briones Become a Broadway Icon Like Her Broadway Predecessors in Just in Time?
Tonight’s performance sets the stage for something larger, as Briones joins a production that has already captured Broadway audiences’ hearts and critical praise. The show’s rotating cast of major talent, including Matthew Morrison stepping in as Bobby Darin and eventually Jeremy Jordan taking over beginning April 21, 2026, speaks to Just in Time’s status as one of Broadway’s most exciting current properties.
Whether Isa Briones will achieve the legendary status of Broadway icons remains to be seen, but her combination of television fame, theatrical training, and family legacy positions her as a significant figure in theater’s future. Her performance tonight in the iconic role of Connie Francis could very well be the breakthrough moment that transforms her from rising star to Broadway institution.
Sources
- Playbill – Broadway theater news and production information
- Broadway.com – Cast updates and ticket information for Just in Time
- Broadway Direct – Recent cast announcements and talent profiles
