Dwayne Johnson said he would love to perform on Broadway during a red carpet appearance in New York City on July 9 [1].

As one of the world's highest-paid entertainers, Johnson's move into live theater would signal a significant shift in his career trajectory and potentially draw massive crowds to the New York stage.

Johnson said these comments while attending the premiere of Disney’s live-action "Moana" [1]. The actor expressed a personal enthusiasm for theater and a desire to transition his performance skills to the stage.

During the event, Johnson said that he had previously been working with Broadway producer Jeffrey Seller [1]. He specifically mentioned a project involving a theatrical version of "The Odd Couple" [1].

"I would love to do Broadway," Johnson said [1].

While the actor did not provide a specific timeline for a debut, he noted his existing professional relationship with Seller as a foundation for future theatrical work. He said, "I had been previously working with Jeffrey Seller on a theatrical version of 'The Odd Couple'" [1].

Johnson has built a career spanning professional wrestling and global cinema, but a Broadway residency would represent his first major foray into the New York theater scene. The actor's interest coincides with the promotion of his latest film role in the live-action adaptation of the Disney hit.

“"I would love to do Broadway."”

Johnson's interest in Broadway suggests a strategic diversification of his brand. By partnering with an established producer like Jeffrey Seller, Johnson is positioning himself to enter the high-prestige environment of New York theater, which could enhance his critical standing as a performer beyond action cinema.