Jim Parsons befriends 'Harvey'

ParsonsJim Parsons has nailed lower his next legit gig, toplining an approaching Broadway revival of "Harvey." "The Large Bang Theory" Emmy champion, who made his Primary Stem bow last season within the revival of "The Standard Heart," can look inside a Roundabout Theater Company production helmed by Scott Ellis, the connect a.d. from the Gotham nonprofit. Parsons will have the guy who pals around having a giant invisible rabbit within the 1944 abide by Mary Chase. Cast will also include Jessica Hecht and Charles Kimbrough. Title, most widely known from the 1950 film version starring James Stewart, was formerly elevated on Broadway inside a short 1970 stint. New limited engagement -- created by Roundabout in colaboration with Don Gregory, who holds privileges towards the play -- will start following the Tony qualifications cutoff for that 2011-12 season, beginning previews May 18 in front of a June 14 opening at Studio 54, among the Roundabout's Broadway venues. Full casting particulars still be introduced. Contact Gordon Cox at gordon.cox@variety.com