Archive · 13 Jun 2025
Jean Smart Debuts in 'Call Me Izzy' on Broadway
Imagine a play about a woman named Izzy who's really smart but stuck in a tough situation.
She lives in a trailer park and is married to a mean husband.
Izzy loves to write poems to escape her problems.
She keeps her writing a secret.
Even when things get tough, she keeps her sense of humor and finds ways to keep dreaming.
The play shows her life, with lots of challenges, but also a strong will to survive and find happiness.
Jean Smart stars in 'Call Me Izzy,' a new Broadway one-person show.
The play is a comedy-drama about Isabelle (Izzy), a woman in an abusive relationship.
Izzy finds solace and expression in writing poetry, often in secret.
The play explores Izzy's life, including her dreams of escaping her situation.
The play is written by Jamie Wax and directed by Sarna Lapine.
- Who
- Starring Jean Smart as Izzy and written by Jamie Wax and directed by Sarna Lapine.
- What
- A one-person comedy-drama titled 'Call Me Izzy'.
- When
- The play is the first production of the new Broadway season (2025-2026).
- Where
- Broadway's Studio 54 in Mansfield, Louisiana.
- Why
- The play explores Izzy's life, her struggle with domestic abuse, and her journey towards self-expression.
Reviewers' Praises
Potential Downsides
Performance and Direction
Reviewers' Praises
Reviewers see the play as well-written, with a remarkable performance from Jean Smart and excellent direction.
Potential Downsides
This information is not available in the article.
- Title
- Call Me Izzy
- Star
- Jean Smart
- Writer
- Jamie Wax
- Director
- Sarna Lapine
- Venue
- Broadway's Studio 54
- Running Time
- 1 hour 25 minutes (no intermission)