Jennifer Garner'slatest career update has fans jumping for joy. The original Jenna Rink in the 2000 hit rom-com13 Going on 30is joining the Broadway musical version opening at the Manchester Opera House. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 This time, however, Garner will not be reprising the iconic role, but since no one knows the movie better, she'll be applying her expertise as an executive producer of the musical instead. "After more than 20 years—I still get to talk about Jenna Rink and 13 Going on 30 more days than not—who knew our quirky little movie would have such staying power? I'm thrilled to see Jenna, Matty, and Lucy live on in their very own musical—are you kidding me? I'm geeking out!" the 53-year-old revealed in a statement. Related: Jennifer Garner's Risqué Photos in Plunging Top Are Turning Up the Heat Lucie Joneswill take over the character previously played by Garner for the musical debut, with the actress praising her as "flirty and thriving as Jenna." TheAliasalum noted that "the music is a blast, and all of the anguish of growing up is alive and well in this magical production." "I'm so happy to join them as executive producer and very much look forward to the journey," she concluded. Fans were equally as thrilled, withone writing, "Literally the best news I've heard in 2025" as another added, "ACCA-SCUSE ME?! YES PLEASE!!" The musical is adapted from original film writersJoshua GoldsmithandCathy Yuspa, with music byAlan ZacharyandMichael Weiner.Andy Fickmanis set to direct. Announced in 2014, it's described as "a totally grown up new musical comedy based on the hit 2004 film that starred Jennifer Garner andMarkRuffalo, and it's coming to Manchester Opera House for its World Premiere next year!" Further casting is yet to be announced, but there's still time as the world premiere opening is set for Sept. 21, 2025 for the limited season. Related: Jennifer Garner Sparks Heated Debate With New Social Media Video: 'We Love You Regardless'
