Jesse Tyler Ferguson Announces New Broadway Role After 'Modern Family' Success

Jesse Tyler Ferguson Announces New Broadway Role After Modern Family Success...

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, best known for his Emmy-winning role as Mitchell Pritchett on Modern Family, is returning to Broadway. The actor confirmed on social media Friday that he will star in a revival of The Glass Menagerie this fall, marking his first major stage role since the sitcom ended in 2020.

The announcement has sparked excitement among fans, with Ferguson’s Instagram post garnering over 100,000 likes in just hours. He’ll play Tom Wingfield in Tennessee Williams’ classic, directed by Tony winner Sam Gold. Previews begin September 15 at the Belasco Theatre.

Ferguson’s Broadway return comes after a busy post-Modern Family career, including hosting Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and producing the Tony-nominated musical Take Me Out. His casting follows recent buzz about a potential Modern Family reboot, though no official plans have been confirmed.

The 45-year-old actor last appeared on Broadway in 2018’s Log Cabin. Theater critics have praised his stage work, including a 2013 Tony nomination for The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged). Industry analysts note his involvement could boost ticket sales for the Williams revival.

Ferguson’s name trended nationally Friday as fans and media outlets shared the news. His loyal fanbase, built over 11 seasons of Modern Family, appears eager to support his latest venture. The revival’s full cast and additional details will be announced next month.