“THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES” MAKES HER MARK AT FIRST PREVIEW ON BROADWAY
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, PLEASE
“THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES”
TONY® AND EMMY® AWARD WINNER
KRISTIN CHENOWETH
MAKES HER MARK
WITH
FRIES, FIZZ
AND FIRST OF ITS KIND
“STAGE DOOR SHARPIE™” MARKER
AT FIRST PREVIEW
ON BROADWAY
AT THE ST. JAMES THEATRE
Photo by Emilio Madrid
To download first preview photos, click here.
To download production photos, please click here.
New York, NY (October 9, 2025) – Last night, producers Bill Damaschke, Seaview, Sonia Friedman, Kristin Chenoweth, and the cast of The Queen of Versailles celebrated their first preview performance at the St. James Theatre (246 W 44th St.) with Fries, Fizz, and the first of its kind official “Stage Door SharpieTM” marker.
As Sharpie, part of the Newell Brands portfolio, steps into the world of Broadway, it proudly unveils the “Stage Door Sharpie” marker—a custom-designed permanent marker created exclusively for its partnership with Queen of Versailles. These exclusive, event-only markers, feature show-specific branding and themed ink, celebrating Sharpie’s iconic role in capturing autographs, memories, and moments at the stage door while supplies last.
Each “Stage Door Sharpie” marker is adorned with Queen of Versailles visual elements and branding, making it both a functional tool and a collectible keepsake. The activation reinforces Sharpie’s place in the signature space, now extending into the cultural heartbeat of Broadway, where fans and performers connect in bold, expressive ways.
“Sharpie lives at the intersection of creativity and culture,” said Gina Lazaro, Vice President, Brand Management-Writing. “Broadway is one of the world’s most expressive stages, and this partnership lets us show up where inspiration happens in real time. The Stage Door Sharpie is more than a marker — it’s a symbol of creativity captured, stories shared, and moments made permanent.”
The “Stage Door Sharpie” marker will be handed out after every performance of The Queen of Versailles at the St. James Theatre Stagedoor (246 W 44th St.) while supplies last.
Performances for The Queen of Versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth, began on Broadway on Wednesday, October 8, ahead of a Sunday, November 9, opening night.
The Queen of Versailles on Broadway stars Tony® and Emmy® Winner Kristin Chenoweth and Academy Award® winner F. Murray Abraham. Directed by Tony Award® winner Michael Arden with music and lyrics by Academy Award® winner Stephen Schwartz, and a book by Olivier Award® nominee Lindsey Ferrentino, The Queen of Versailles began performances on Wednesday, October 8, with an opening night set for Sunday, November 9.
Chenoweth and Abraham will be joined by, alongside Melody Butiu (Here Lies Love) as ‘Sofia’, Stephen DeRosa (Hairspray) as ‘John’, Greg Hildreth (Company) as ‘Gary’, Tatum Grace Hopkins (Meek) as ‘Jonquil’, Isabel Keating (The Boy From Oz) as ‘Debbie’ and Nina White (Kimberly Akimbo) as ‘Victoria’. The company will also will be made up of Yeman Brown, David Aron Damane, Drew Elhamalawy, Christopher Gurr, KJ Hippensteel, Cassondra James, Andrew Kober, Jesse Kovarsky, Pablo David Laucerica, Travis Murad Leland, Ryah Nixon, Shea Renne, Michael McCorry Rose, Grace Slear, Anne Fraser Thomas, Jake Bentley Young and Sherie Rene Scott (The Last Five Years) as Standby ‘Jackie’.
To download cast headshots, please click here.
From computer engineer to Mrs. Florida to billionairess, Jackie Siegel sees herself as the embodiment of the American Dream. Now, as the wife of David “The Timeshare King” Siegel and mother of their eight children, they invite us to behold their most grandiose venture yet: they’re building the largest private home in America in Orlando, Florida – a $100 million house big enough for her dreams and inspired by the Palace of Versailles. But with the Great Recession of 2008 looming, Jackie and David’s dreams begin to crumble, along with their lavish lifestyle. The Queen of Versailles explores the true cost of fame and fortune, and one family’s pursuit of the American Dream – at any cost.
Prior to making the move to Broadway, The Queen of Versailles had a box office record-breaking world premiere at Boston’s Emerson Colonial Theatre in the summer of 2024.
Based on Lauren Greenfield’s award-winning 2012 documentary film and the life stories of Jackie and David Siegel, The Queen of Versailles will feature music and lyrics by Academy Award winner Stephen Schwartz, book by Olivier Award Nominee Lindsey Ferrentino, music direction by Mary-Mitchell Campbell, choreography by Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant, and direction by Tony Award winner Michael Arden. Additionally, the production will include scenic & video design by Dane Laffrey, costume design by Christian Cowan, lighting design by Natasha Katz, sound design by Peter Hylenski, hair & wig design by Cookie Jordan, orchestrations by John Clancy, and casting by Stephen Kopel, CSA & Carrie Gardner, CSA at C12 Casting. Baseline Theatrical will serve as General Manager and Clarissa Marie Ligon will serve as Production Stage Manager.
For tickets, please visit www.queenofversaillesmusical.com, call the box office at 888-985-9421 or visit the box office in person at the St. James Theatre at 246 West 44th Street.
ABOUT SHARPIE™
In 1964, the iconic Sharpie Fine Point black marker became the first pen-style permanent marker, and today, Sharpie offers a wide selection of permanent markers, pens, highlighters, and more for the classroom, office, and home. Designed for precision and performance, Sharpie marking and writing instruments are offered in a variety of specialty and art styles. Sharpie is part of Newell Brands’ global portfolio of leading brands. For more information, visit www.Sharpie.com.
ABOUT NEWELL BRANDS
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie®, Graco®, Coleman®, Rubbermaid Commercial Products®, Yankee Candle®, Paper Mate®, FoodSaver®, Dymo®, EXPO®, Elmer’s®, Oster®, NUK®, Spontex® and Campingaz®. Newell Brands is focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.
This press release and additional information about Newell Brands are available on the company’s website, www.newellbrands.com.
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