Chiara Aurelia Replaces Sadie Sink in Tony-Nominated Broadway Play

Chiara Aurelia made her Broadway debut on July 15, 2025, taking over the lead role of Shelby Holcomb in the Tony-nominated play "John Proctor is the Villain" at the Booth Theatre, succeeding original star Sadie Sink who finished her run July 13. The play, written by Kimberly Belflower and directed by Tony winner Danya Taymor, is a contemporary reimagining of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible," set in a Georgia high school where students challenge traditional narratives while navigating personal and social issues. The production, extended through August 31, has received seven Tony nominations, including Best Play, and has seen a significant boost in box office grosses following Sink's departure, reaching $1.1 million with over 100% capacity. The cast includes notable actors such as Tony winner Gabriel Ebert and rising stars like Nihar Duvvuri and Amalia Yoo, with music by Lorde featured prominently in the show. Lorde herself visited the cast during a performance in July, highlighting the integration of her song "Greenlight" in a pivotal moment of the play. The play continues to garner critical and commercial success as it explores themes of identity, power, and the reevaluation of historical heroes through the lens of a new generation.