MTI Acquires the Tony Award-Winning Hit Maybe Happy Ending
MTI Acquires the Tony Award-Winning Hit Maybe Happy Ending
Written by Will Aronson and Hue Park, Maybe Happy Ending tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection and a surprising adventure. It is the offbeat and captivating story of two outcasts near the end of their warranty who discover that even robots can be swept off their feet.
Maybe Happy Ending was named the “BEST OF THE YEAR” by over 20 publications and has won the hearts of critics and audiences everywhere! The current Broadway production helmed by Tony Award®-winning director Michael Arden (Parade) tied for a leading ten nominations at the 78th Tony Awards and won six, including Best Musical, Best Book and Best Score. It also won six Drama Desk Awards.
“Maybe Happy Ending is one of those rare musicals that feels both timeless and utterly fresh. It is funny, moving, and thought-provoking all at once,” says Drew Cohen, President and CEO of MTI. “The characters of Oliver and Claire, though mechanical on the surface, tap into something universally human that resonates with anyone and everyone. We feel privileged to welcome Hue and Will and this wonderful show into the MTI family and look forward to theatres everywhere experiencing Maybe Happy Ending’s power to entertain and inspire.”
Critics say this totally original new musical is “one of the most visually stunning shows to hit New York in ages” (USA Today) and has “more romantic appeal than a decade’s worth of Valentines Day chocolates” (Deadline). The Observer adds “Maybe Happy Ending has rapturous music and lyrics, innovative staging and a superb cast. In short, an extraordinary work of theatre artistry.”
Hue Park shares, “Maybe Happy Ending was first produced in Korea before making its way to Broadway. It’s been so exciting to see how different audiences and artists respond to the show. We’re thrilled that the show will now be in the hands of new performers and directors across the world, who will interpret the story in their own unique ways. We can’t wait!”
Will Aronson adds, “This is a musical about connection, and the possibilities that come from taking risks. Our main characters face the world with fresh eyes, and we hope their story continues to inspire new audiences to look for what is best about being human.”
Tickets and information about the current Broadway production can be found here.
Additional licensing announcements from MTI about Maybe Happy Ending will be forthcoming here.
Watch a snippet from the show!




