Home » Blog » Nelson ’28 Joins Original Cast of ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ National Tour
Mia Nelson

Nelson ’28 Joins Original Cast of ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ National Tour

Mia Nelson ’28 (Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre) will join the original cast of the first national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical “Maybe Happy Ending.” Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, the production features music by Will Aronson, lyrics by Hue Park and Aronson, and a book by Park and Aronson, with direction by Michael Arden.

Set in Seoul in the near future, “Maybe Happy Ending” follows two obsolete Helperbots, Oliver and Claire, whose chance encounter develops into an unexpected journey exploring love, connection and what it means to be human. The first national tour launches in September 2026 and will travel to cities across the United States through summer 2027. Visit playbill.com to learn more.

Categories: , ,

Recent News

Shenandoah University student Ellie Hoover '28 (in blue top) with others under a tent during her Community Impact Internship with Winchester Rescue Mission in summer 2026.

Internships With a Community Impact

New program pairs Shenandoah University students with nonprofits for work experience

September 2026 Class Notes

September 2026 Class Notes

Aerial view of Sarah's Glen on Shenandoah University's campus.

Shenandoah Introduces Virtual Engagement Officer To Bolster Alumni And Donor Connections

New VEO is an interactive, 24/7 resource that will handle routine inquiries and streamline the community’s access to SU information

An empy wooden bench beside a pond with a fountain and gazebo in the background.

Shenandoah University Adds New Academic Programs For 2026-27

New offerings include three master’s degrees and two undergraduate certificates

Monthly Archives