BRANFORD, Conn. (WTNH) -- Movie star Hugh Jackman made a surprise visit to the Legacy Theater in Branford over the weekend to support a friend in the closing performance of the comedy Noises Off.

The accomplished actor even met and spoke with cast and crew members after the show, according to The Legacy Theater managing director. • Hugh Jackman visits Branford. Photo: Danielle Ott • Hugh Jackman visits Branford. Photo: Danielle Ott • Hugh Jackman visits Branford. Photo: Danielle Ott

"Very cool for this Great Showman to support regional theatre on the Connecticut shoreline -- cast and crew were stoked to touch his arms and use this boost to finish the 22-show run," James Roday Rodriguez said.

Jackman has several accolades, including Emmy, Grammy, Tony, and Golden Globe Awards, as w

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