“We are not in the business of making anyone feel awkward,” Radcliffe said of the immersive play that includes audience participation.

Why Daniel Radcliffe promises he’ll be ‘thoroughly asking consent’ from audience members at new Broadway show

"We are not in the business of making anyone feel awkward," Radcliffe said of the immersive play that includes audience participation.

By Sharareh Drury

on March 3, 2026 1:27 p.m. ET

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Daniel Radcliffe wants to make sure audiences for his upcoming solo play *Every Brilliant Thing *know they're in good hands.

While speaking with Broadway World about his 13-week run at the Hudson Theatre, the *Swiss Army Man *star emphasized that anyone attending his show "will not be asked to participate unless you want to."

Radcliffe clarified that "if you buy seats on stage, that does not mean I will make you do something," referring to on-stage seats available for purchase that provide audience members a close-up view of the show.**

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Written by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe, *Every Brilliant Thing *centers on a child who makes a list of "everything brilliant" to cheer up their mother after her suicide attempt. Written as a one-person show, the play offers an immersive experience, such as audience members reading list items out loud.

The *Guns Akimbo* actor made a point to note that audience members will be "thoroughly asked" for consent if they are picked to go onstage. "We are not in the business of making anyone feel awkward, embarrassed, or doing anything they don't want to do," he added.**

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Daniel Radcliffe will star in a 13-week Broadway production of 'Every Brilliant Thing'.

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Speaking with the *New York Times *about his return to the Broadway stage, Radcliffe explained this particular production is "fun and interesting and a cool theatrical experience," while providing a message that might be vital for somebody to hear.

"I'm not saying this show saves lives, but this show wants people to stay alive," Radcliffe shared.

*Every Brilliant Thing* runs for 13 weeks at the Hudson Theatre beginning Feb. 21.**

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