Every Brilliant Thing
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Every Brilliant Thing Summary
- Show Status: In Previews
- Genre: Play
- Every Brilliant Thing is 65 minutes long, and does not have an intermission.
- 8 Shows per week
- Popularity Index: 11
- Previews Began: February 21, 2026
- Show Opens : March 12, 2026
- Show Closes: May 24, 2026
A child creates a list of life’s joys to help a depressed parent, growing into a heartfelt, funny story about love, hope, and finding meaning.
What's Every Brilliant Thing Like?
In this one-of-a-kind solo show, a man looks back at his life and the glimmers of hope that carried him through. All told through a list of every wonderful, beautiful, and delightful thing—big, small, and everything in between—that makes life worth living.
Overview
Every Brilliant Thing is a touching, one-person play written by Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe. It combines humor, audience interaction, and raw honesty.
Story
A young narrator begins listing every beautiful thing in life—like ice cream and staying up late—to help his mother cope with depression. The list grows through his life, shaping his understanding of love, hope, and mental health.
Themes
The play explores resilience, human connection, and finding joy in small things. Despite its heavy subjects, it’s uplifting, funny, and ultimately a heartfelt reminder of why life is worth living.
Is Every Brilliant Thing Good for Kids?
Every Brilliant Thing is heartfelt and uplifting but explores depression and suicide; best for mature teens (12+), not suitable for young children due to emotional themes.
Every Brilliant Thing Ticket Lottery and Rush Schedule
Some discounted Broadway show tickets are sold as part of the Broadway Ticket lotteries or as Rush Tickets.
Lottery Tickets are typically drawn the day before the performance. See the Ticket Lottery Schedule
Rush tickets are typically valid on-the-same-day of the show. See the Rush Ticket Schedule
Online Lottery
Monday, 9:00am
Tuesday, 9:00am
Wednesday, 9:00am
Thursday, 9:00am
Friday, 9:00am
Saturday, 9:00am
General Rush
Tuesday, 10:00am
Wednesday, 10:00am
Thursday, 10:00am
Friday, 10:00am
Saturday, 10:00am
Sunday, 10:00am
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Every Brilliant Thing Box Office Data
Ticket Sales for the Week Ending 03/01/26
| This Week's Gross | $980,815.00 |
| Last Week's Gross | $304,427.00 |
| Gross Difference $ | $676,388.00 |
| Gross Difference % | +105.25% |
| Average Ticket Price | $145.72 |
| Seats Sold | 6,731 |
| Total Seating Capacity | 6,902 |
| Top Ticket Price | $349.00 |
| No. of Performances | 7 |
| Capacity This Week | 97.52% |
| Capacity Last Week | 100% |
| Capacity Difference % | -2.48% |
Every Brilliant Thing on Broadway Background
Origins
The play was created by Duncan Macmillan and comedian Jonny Donahoe, originally developed with the UK touring company Paines Plough. It began as a short monologue exploring hope and mental health.
Early Performances
It premiered at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where its intimate, interactive storytelling style drew strong acclaim. The format encouraged audience members to join in, reading entries from the protagonist’s list of life’s joys.
International Success
Following its success in Edinburgh, it transferred Off-Broadway to the Barrow Street Theatre in 2014 and later toured globally. The show has since been performed in more than 20 countries and adapted for local audiences.
Notable Adaptations
An HBO film version further expanded its reach, cementing its reputation as a uniquely uplifting theatrical experience about resilience, empathy, and celebrating everyday beauty in life.
Theatre Information
Hudson Theatre
145 West 44th Street
New York, NY 10036
New York, NY 10036
Seats:
970
Entrance:
44th Street Between 7th Ave and 6th Ave
Theatre
Information
Every Brilliant Thing Marquee
Gallery
Cast Members
- Daniel Radcliffe
Producers
Second Half Productions
Gavin Kalin Productions
Seaview
Production Credits
- Director
- Jeremy Herrin
- Director
- Duncan Macmillan
Creative Team
- Playwright
- Duncan Macmillan
- Playwright
- Jonny Donahoe