On February 15, 2025, the Stephen Sondheim Theatre buzzed with an extra frisson of elegance as Chris Martin, Coldplay’s poetic luminary, slipped into the audience of * & Juliet * in New York City. There to witness Charli D’Amelio—our digital-age ingénue turned Broadway ensemble standout—the visit married pop royalty with theatrical flair. Charli, embodying the lithe Charmian since October 2024, dances through Max Martin’s dazzling songbook, a canon Chris knows well, having collaborated with the producer on Moon Music. The musical, a feminist romp through Shakespearean whimsy, sparkles with cultural resonance, and Martin’s presence felt like a nod to its zeitgeist pull. Amid satin costumes and soaring notes, one wonders: did he hum along to “Roar”? This intersection of talents—old-world stage and modern idols—hints at Broadway’s evolving tapestry. Pure magic.
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