Jennifer Aniston is usually known for her roles as the lovestruck leading lady in romantic comedies. However, she surprised everyone last night by taking to the stage in a Broadway production. The 41-year-old actress participated in the annual 24 Hour Plays on Broadway fundraiser as a member of the ensemble cast.
Actress Jennifer Aniston took to the stage once again for the annual 24 Hour Plays on Broadway charity event in New York City. This event brings together some of the entertainment industry’s most well-known figures, as 24 actors, six writers, and six directors collaborate to create six original short plays within a single day.
Jennifer has been a part of this event before, having participated in the first 24 Hours on Broadway back in 2006. Last year, she even surprised the audience with a rendition of Yellow Submarine during her performance.
The playwrights started their task at 10pm on Sunday night, each challenged to write a 10-minute play by 7am the following morning. The actors then had just 12 hours to rehearse before taking the stage at the American Airlines Theater in front of a live audience.
Celebrities Galore: In a whirlwind of excitement, the actress had a mere 12 hours to get her lines down for the play alongside fellow stars like Nia Vardalos and Sam Rockwell. A star-studded cast also included Elijah Wood, Julia Stiles, America Ferrera, Claire Danes, Alicia Witt, and Kyra Sedgwick.
Rosie Perez, a regular participant in the project, described the experience as “pure chaos.” She warned the actors at the start, advising them, “You might feel on the brink of a nervous breakdown. Embrace it. If you’re not feeling overwhelmed or anxious, then something’s not quite right.”
Exciting news for theater fans – The Old Vic theatre in London is gearing up for a similar event happening this week.
From serious to silly, the six plays cover a variety of genres, as depicted by Julie Stiles on the left and America Ferrera on the right.
The show’s finale featured Elizabeth Banks, Leslie Bibb, Cheyenne Jackson, America Ferrera, and Rosie Perez among other talented participants.
The 24 Hours Play Celebrity Gala, now in its seventh year and hosted by Old Vic Artistic Director Kevin Spacey, is set for a dazzling evening on Sunday. The cast for the event will include Sienna Miller and Kelly Brook.
Over the years, renowned actors like Gael Garcia Bernal, Jim Broadbent, Saffron Burrows, Joseph Fiennes, and many others have taken part in the Old Vic plays. After the New York show, the cast and crew enjoyed a lively after-party at the B.B. King Blues Club Grill.
Incredible showcase: Actors Elijah Wood, Alicia Witt, and Kathy Najimy give a standing ovation to Sam Rockwell for his outstanding performance.
Here’s to us: Actresses Julia Stiles and Alicia Witt kicking back at the B.B. King Blues Club Grill after-party following their performance. The event was a fundraiser for the Urban Arts Partnership, a group that brings arts education to NYC schools. The 24-Hour Play Project is supported by luxury penmaker Montblanc, who has been a sponsor for the past four years. “The opening night is also the closing night, adding to the fun,” shared Jan-Patrick Schmitz, Montblanc North America’s president and CEO.
Elizabeth Banks and Alicia Witt were among the celebrities who took part in the event, aiming to support arts education in New York schools. One participant commented on how the event has evolved over the years, from being funny to becoming more reflective and meaningful. Other stars who were involved this year included Anthony Mackie, Diane Neal, Fisher Stevens, Gaby Hoffman, Michael Kenneth Williams, Rachel Dratch, and Tracie Thoms. This event was also supported by Perez, a long-time advocate for community arts who serves on the Urban Arts Partnership’s artistic board. If you have a celebrity story to share, you can contact the Daily Mail showbusiness desk at 0207 938 6364 or 0207 938 6683.
Chilling out: America Ferrera relaxes at the post-show event, while Jennifer Aniston shines in 24 Hour Plays on Broadway performance. Share your thoughts on this article or leave a comment below.