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Isa Briones just proved she’s a Broadway powerhouse. The Star Trek and The Pitt star belted Connie Francis’ classic “Who’s Sorry Now?” in an exclusive performance video released today. She joined Just in Time, the Bobby Darin biomusical on Broadway, earlier this month as a replacement cast member.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Joined Broadway: April 1, 2026, as Connie Francis in Just in Time
- Her Song: Performs “Who’s Sorry Now?”, originally released in 1923, popularized by Francis in 1957
- Current Role: Plays on stage eight shows per week at Circle in the Square Theatre
- TV Star Status: Currently starring as Dr. Trinity Santos on HBO Max’s The Pitt (2025-2026)
From The Pitt to Broadway’s Bobby Darin Legacy
Briones jumped into one of Broadway’s most emotionally complex musicals mere weeks into her TV career. Just in Time opened on April 26, 2025, and has captivated audiences with its immersive staging of Bobby Darin’s life story. The jukebox musical now stars Glee veteran Matthew Morrison as Darin, alongside Tony winner Debbie Gravitte.
Briones plays Connie Francis, a legendary pop singer who mentored Darin early in his career and shared a brief romance before he married Sandra Dee in 1960. She took over the role from Sarah Hyland and continues the legacy started by original Broadway cast member Gracie Lawrence, who earned a Tony nomination for the part.
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The Power of “Who’s Sorry Now?” in Context
The 1923 classic resurfaced in 1957 when Connie Francis transformed it into a massive hit. In Just in Time, the song carries profound emotional weight. According to Briones, it arrives after “a really tragic moment” where her character must say goodbye to a loved one. The moment captures “the tragedy of circumstance and the time she lived in,” Briones explains.
Briones described performing the track as “a powerful release” in the show’s narrative. The performance demonstrates her ability to bridge 1950s-60s music with contemporary storytelling, making historical songs resonate with younger audiences who may know the melodies from TikTok trends but not their origins.
Broadway Cast and Production Details
| Detail | Information |
| Theater | Circle in the Square Theatre, Broadway |
| Current Lead | Matthew Morrison as Bobby Darin (April 1-19, 2026) |
| Director/Designer | Tony winner Alex Timbers |
| Book | Tony winners Warren Leight and Isaac Oliver |
Just in Time features award-winning design by Derek McLane (scenic), Catherine Zuber (costume), and Justin Townsend (lighting). The production tracks Darin’s greatest hits including “Beyond the Sea,” “Splish Splash,” and “Mack the Knife.” Music supervision comes from Andrew Resnick, with choreography by Shannon Lewis.
“Theater is just kind of where I come from. Theater feels like home. I think anytime I do TV for a long stretch of time I always feel the pull to go back to my roots.”
— Isa Briones, discussing her return to Broadway
A Dual Career: The Pitt Meets Broadway
Briones’ Broadway debut in Hadestown in 2024 launched her stage presence, but joining The Pitt made her a streaming sensation. HBO Max’s medical drama features her as Dr. Trinity Santos, a brash, competitive hospital resident navigating the pressures of the emergency room. The Pitt Season 2 finale airs just nine days after her Broadway entry date.
She previously appeared in Star Trek: Picard, portraying synthetic twins Soji Asha and other descendants of Data across 14 episodes. She also toured as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds in the Hamilton national tour and performed in LA’s Next to Normal. Her father, Jon Jon Briones, is also an accomplished Broadway actor.
How is Isa Briones Making This Double Role Work?
Managing The Pitt’s demanding TV schedule alongside eight Broadway shows per week requires serious dedication. Briones spoke candidly about the transition. “When you start a show, sometimes it takes a second to feel comfortable,” she said in a TODAY.com interview. “But everyone I was working with said it already looks like I’m having fun with it after my first show.”
She emphasized the thrill of returning to live theater after months on set. “It’s such a gift, especially when I’m usually doing The Pitt, which is a lot more traumatizing material,” Briones joked. The jukebox musical’s joyful energy provides the perfect counterbalance to her television role’s high-stakes hospital drama.
Sources
- TODAY.com – Exclusive interview and video performance of “Who’s Sorry Now?”
- Playbill – Full Broadway cast updates and production details
- Broadway Direct – Matthew Morrison joining “Just in Time” cast
