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Keala Settle is best known for her portrayal of bearded woman "Lettie Lutz" in the feature musical "The Greatest Showman." The film's song, "This Is Me," won the 2018 Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Settle made her Broadway debut in 2011 in "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert." She originated the role of "Norma Valverde" in "Hands on a Hardbody" and was nominated for the Outer Critics Circle Award, Drama Desk Award and Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Settle originated the role of "Becky" in the musical "Waitress," and played the roles of "Madame Thenardier" in the revival of "Les Misérables" and "Tracy Turnblad" in the national tour of "Hairspray." In 2019, Settle sang "Seasons of Love" in Fox's Rent: Live.
Also in 2019, Settle toured with Hugh Jackman during his The Man. The Music. The Show. concerts globally performing the song "This Is Me" from The Greatest Showman.

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Keala Settle STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
West End Revival, 2022
Sister Mary Patrick

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2021
Nurse [Replacement]

[Broadway]
FOX Live Televised Production, 2019
Soloist

[Off-Broadway]
All-Female Concert Production, 2017
Peter

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Becky

[Boston]
American Repertory Theater World Premiere Production, 2015
Becky

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Madame Thénardier

[Broadway]
La Jolla Playhouse Broadway Transfer, 2013
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Shirley

[Toronto]
Pre-Broadway North American Production, 2010
Shirley

[US Tour]
Touring Revival, 2009
Bloody Mary [Replacement]

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
Tracy Turnblad  [Replacement]


Keala Settle Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

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Theatre World Awards - 2013 - Theatre World Award

Keala Settle, Hands on a Hardbody

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Keala Settle, Hands on a Hardbody

Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

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WICKED Movie Features Live Vocals From Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo: 'F*ck Pre-Records'

In a new preview of the Wicked movie, director Jon M. Chu reveals that leading ladies Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo opted to sing live while filming the movie. Since Erivo is doing her own stunts in the film, she actually carries out the lyrics of 'Defying Gravity,' singing high Fs while flying into the Western sky. Find out more about the film!

Kristin Chenoweth Says the WICKED Movie Will 'Blow Everyone Away'

Kristin Chenoweth is sharing her thoughts after seeing 'a little bit' of the Wicked movie. When speaking about her good friend Ariana Grande taking over the role of Glinda, Chenoweth has always 'wanted this to happen.' Chenoweth has not confirmed if she and co-star Idina Menzel are making cameos in the new movie, she says that she's 'very proud.'

WICKED Director Jon M. Chu to Drop Memoir on IN THE HEIGHTS & More

Wicked film director Jon M. Chu is releasing his new memoir this summer. Chu worked on the project with Jeremy McCarter, who collaborated with Lin-Manuel Miranda on books like Hamilton: the Revolution and In the Heights: Finding Home.

Video: Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande Use WICKED Lyrics to Present at Oscars

Watch a video of Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo presenting Best Original Score and Best Original Song at the Oscars. After the orchestra played 'For Good' as they entered, the two movie musical stars used lyrics from Wicked and nodded to The Wizard of Oz while introducing the category. Watch the video now!

Photos: See Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Channel WICKED at the Oscars

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo channeled their Wicked characters on the Oscars red carpet. Grande paid tribute to Glinda with a custom pastel pink Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown. Erivo is representing Elphaba in a dark green custom Louis Vuitton dress. Check out photos now!

MARY POPPINS Will Embark on New UK and Ireland Tour in 2024

Direct from the West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney Theatrical Group have announced that MARY POPPINS will embark on a 2024/2025 UK and Ireland tour.

WICKED Movie Stars Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande to Present at the Oscars

Wicked movie stars Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande will present at the Oscars this year. They join a new slate of presenters that also include Emily Blunt, America Ferrera, Sally Field, Ryan Gosling, Ben Kingsley, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Jessica Lange, Jennifer Lawrence, John Mulaney, and more. Check out the full lineup now!

WICKED Cast Recording Streams Increase Ahead of New Film

As we prepare for the highly-anticipated Wicked movie musical, fans are returning to the iconic Original Broadway Cast Recording. The day after the teaser trailer dropped, over a dozen songs from the album received significant spikes on Spotify in the U.S. Check out how songs like 'Defying Gravity' and 'Popular' have increased in streams!

Video: The Company of WICKED On Broadway Watches The Teaser Trailer for the Film Adaptation

Good news! The first teaser trailer and poster for part one of the Wicked movie has been released. Go backstage at Broadway's Gershwin Theatre as members of the show's current company take in their first look of the hotly anticipated film adaptation. 

TV: Ya puedes ver el trailer de WICKED con Cynthia Erivo y Ariana Grande

Tras dos décadas como uno de los musicales más aclamados y longevos en escena, WICKED llega en noviembre a la gran pantalla para convertirse en un esperadísimo y espectacular evento cinematográfico que definirá una era.

Alex Newell Will Perform a Solo Concert at Cadogan Hall in September 2024

Star of stage and screen Alex Newell will perform live at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 1 September 2024 at 2:30pm and 6.30pm.

Photo: WICKED Movie Musical Wraps Production; See Cynthia Erivo 'Defy Gravity' as Elphaba in New Photo

The Wicked movie musical has officially wrapped production. After Ariana Grande revealed that she wrapped filming earlier this week, Cynthia Erivo has shared a behind-the-scenes photo of her flying on a broomstick as Elphaba as she wraps. Other cast members – including Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang – wrapped filming earlier this month.

Photo: Ariana Grande Wraps Filming on WICKED Movie: 'I Am So Inexplicably Thankful'

Ariana Grande has wrapped filming on the Wicked movie, sharing a behind-the-scenes silhouette photo of herself as Glinda on set. While Cynthia Erivo has not yet finished, other cast members – including Michelle Yeoh, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Bronwyn James, Marissa Bode – have wrapped filming, as well.

Interview: Julie Klein of THE DREAM AND BEYOND at Shadowbox Live

In THE DREAM AND BEYOND, Shadowbox Live examines how the words in King’s speech affect the lives of 11 people through acting, dancing and singing. The show opens on Jan. 25 and runs through April 14 at the troupe’s theater (503 S. Front Street in downtown Columbus)

Video: Watch the First WICKED Movie Musical Teaser With Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo & More

The first teaser for part one of the Wicked movie has been released, first airing during the Super Bowl. Watch a video featuring a first look at Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, and more in the teaser! Plus, check out the first theatrical poster photo.

Matinee Performance Added For Lucie Jones Live At Cadogan Hall

An additional 2.30pm matinee performance has been added for West End star Lucie Jones live at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 12 May 2024.

Second WICKED Movie Will Include Two New Songs

Stephen Schwartz has revealed that the second Wicked movie will include two new songs. The Tony-winning composer revealed that the second part of the film, slated for release in November 2025, will include two original songs not heard in the stage musical. He also revealed that 'there are some expansions of stuff in the first movie.'

Lucie Jones Will Perform a Concert at London's Cadogan Hall in May 2024

West End star Lucie Jones comes to Cadogan Hall on Sunday 12 May 2024 at 6.30pm. Tickets go on sale on Monday 4 December at 10am.

Matinee Performance Added to Jamie Muscato's Solo Concert at Cadogan Hall

De to popular demand, West End star JAMIE MUSCATO has added another performance to his live concert at Cadogan Hall on Sunday 21 July 2024 at 2:30pm. This matinee will be in addition to the sold out 6:30pm performance.

Lena Hall Will Perform in Concert at Cadogan Hall in May 2024

Broadway star LENA HALL will perform at Cadogan Hall on Monday 27 May 2024 at 7.30pm. Tickets are on sale now!

Keala Settle FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Keala Settle next theatre project?

Keala Settle's next show will be Sister Act The Musical which opens on 7/19/2022 on West End.

How many Broadway shows has Keala Settle been in?

Keala Settle has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Keala Settle been in?

Keala Settle has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Keala Settle's first West End show?

Keala Settle's first West End show was & Juliet which opened in 2021

What awards has Keala Settle been nominated for?

Keala Settle has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her role in "Hands on a Hardbody." She also received a Theatre World Award for the same production. Additionally, Settle was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for her performance in "Hands on a Hardbody" and received the Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production award at the Helen Hayes Awards for her role in "Hairspray."

What awards has Keala Settle won?

Keala Settle won the Theatre World Award for her performance in "Hands on a Hardbody."

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