With all of the crazy hours and non-stop preparation she’s been putting into her “All My Sons” Broadway gig, it’s good to see Katie Holmes taking some time off.

The “Dawson’s Creek” darling was spotted out and about in New York City’s Manhattan borough earlier today (October 6th) enjoying a break from her daily trips to the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre.

Holmes was also taking a break from her usual boyfriend jeans look with a grey cardigan sweater overtop a blue checked shirt with a dark belted skirt and mustard yellow heels.

And it seems Katie’s initial success on Broadway has sparked interest in another Tinseltown gal to get onstage. According to a report, Britney Spears is looking to kickstart her acting career by following Holmes’ example.

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Enjoy the pictures of Katie Holmes out in NYC this morning (October 6).