Overview

• James Van Der Beek skipped the New York event after saying two stomach viruses left him unable to travel.
• Lin-Manuel Miranda read the role of Dawson during the live pilot reading at the Richard Rodgers Theatre.
• Van Der Beek addressed attendees in a pre-recorded video projected onstage, thanking supporters and introducing Miranda.
• His wife, Kimberly, and their children attended in his place and joined the cast onstage to sing the theme song, “I Don’t Want to Wait.”
• Proceeds from the reunion support F Cancer and help fund Van Der Beek’s care, with original stars and producers reuniting for the charity performance.