Ariana Madix Returns to Broadway for Connie Francis Musical

Reality television personality Ariana Madix is returning to the Broadway stage for a limited engagement in the musical "Just in Time," where she will portray music legend Connie Francis. The show is scheduled to run from September 12 to November 22. Madix expressed her excitement about returning to Broadway, calling it a "pinch-me moment" and stating her eagerness to work with the show's creators and entertain audiences. The musical will be performed at the Circle in the Square Theatre, located in New York City's Theater District. This engagement follows Madix's recent activities, including hosting "Love Island USA" in Fiji over the summer. Her return to New York City also comes months after she finalized the sale of a Los Angeles home she previously shared with her ex-partner and "Vanderpump Rules" co-star, Tom Sandoval. The property was listed for $3.1 million. Madix, 41, who began her career on Bravo in 2013, has a personal connection to the role of Connie Francis, having listened to the singer's music since childhood, with her father playing Francis's songs on the piano. This marks Madix's second Broadway appearance; she previously made her debut as Roxie Hart in "Chicago" in January 2024 and later returned for an additional run. Despite her recent hosting duties in Fiji and maintaining a long-distance relationship with her boyfriend Daniel Wai, who resides in New York City while she is primarily based in Los Angeles, Madix is no stranger to New York. She was born and raised in Melbourne, Florida. The Circle in the Square Theatre, where "Just in Time" will be staged, recently hosted a production of "Romeo and Juliet" featuring original indie-rock music composed by Jack Antonoff. Madix's career has seen a significant rise in public profile, particularly following events related to her personal life that were documented on "Vanderpump Rules." Her foray into musical theater represents a significant expansion of her entertainment career beyond reality television. The limited engagement of "Just in Time" offers Madix an opportunity to further establish herself as a performer on the Broadway circuit, building on the positive reception from her previous role in "Chicago." The musical's focus on Connie Francis, a celebrated figure in music history, provides a platform for Madix to showcase her acting and performing talents to a new audience. The timing of this Broadway return coincides with her recent personal and professional milestones, including the sale of her former shared residence and her hosting duties in a high-profile reality show.