The 32 year old American Actor may play the iconic composer and pianist. Base on Wikipedia: Gershwin’s compositions spanned both popular and classical genres, and his most popular melodies are universally familiar.

He wrote most of his vocal and theatrical works, including more than a dozen Broadway shows, in collaboration with his elder brother, lyricist Ira Gershwin.

As he has been hired he even has ben provided “accent and dialogue coaches” to help him prepare for the role.

Zachary is on a role now as the Star Trek production is also making preparations for the sequel as they may begin with its production by May of next year.