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Diane Phelan BIO

Diane Phelan is an actress and director based in New York City.
Raised as an expat in Taipei, Diane is of Spanish-Filipina and Irish-American descent. She began her music studies early after admission into the preeminent school for musicians in Taiwan. It was completely in Mandarin. She went on to study voice and acting at New York University, mostly in English.
Diane made her New York City debut at Lincoln Center Theatre in Michael John LaChiusa's BERNARDA ALBA starring Phyicia Rashad, as the standby for Tony award winner Nikki James. She was most recently seen again in the original Broadway cast of THE KING AND I at Lincoln Center, and as the standby for Imelda Marcos in HERE LIES LOVE at the Public Theater.
In the international arena, Ms Phelan has played the role of Maria in WEST SIDE STORY in opera houses across Europe and Asia, most notably at the Semperoper in Dresden, the Bunkamura in Tokyo and the Chatelet in Paris.
She also starred in the world premiere of the groundbreaking rock opera WHERE ELEPHANTS WEEP directed by Robert McQueen and choreographed by Sean Curran in Phnom Penh. It was filmed and televised nationally in Cambodia then banned by the censors before a third airing.
Stateside, Diane has performed with the first Broadway national touring companies of SOUTH PACIFIC (Lincoln Center/Bartlett Sher), THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE(playing 20+ performances as Miss Dorothy/Michael Mayer), as well as a national tour of THE KING & I as Tuptim.

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Diane Phelan STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
US Tour, 2023
Cinderella

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Cinderella (Understudy) [Replacement]

Lucinda (Understudy) [Replacement]

Cinderella's Stepmother (Understudy) [Replacement]

Rapunzel (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Company's Musicals in Mufti Off-Broadway Production, 2019
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Mrs. Hathaway [Replacement]

Ensemble [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Broadway Revival, 2015
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Return Production, 2014
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Regional (US)]
Regional Revival, 2003
Nimue

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2003
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Musicals Tonight! Concert, 2002
Performer

Broadway: The King and I



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Heather Parcells and Diane Phelan To Perform Concert At Chelsea Table And Stage


Join Broadway stars Heather Parcells and Diane Phelan as they take you on a musical journey through their enduring friendship at Chelsea Table and Stage. Directed by Joe Langworth and musically directed by James Olmstead.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


Join the much-anticipated return of AT THIS PERFORMANCE at The Green Room 42 on Monday, April 22, 2024. Experience an unforgettable night of Broadway magic.

Diane Phelan, Eric Anthony Lopez, and Jonathan Young Will Lead Starring Buffalo's TITANIC


Casting has been announced and tickets are on sale for Starring Buffalo's TITANIC, May 31 - June 1 at Shea's 710 Theatre in downtown Buffalo. Broadway's Diane Phelan (Into the Woods), Eric Anthony Lopez (Phantom of the Opera) and Jonathan Young (Pretty Woman - Tour) and Buffalo-based recording artist Jay Dref (Sarah Brightman's 'A Christmas Symphony') lead the cast.

Vladimir Cetkar and His Jazz Soul Funk Ensemble to Perform at Chelsea Table + Stage


Join international composer, guitarist, and vocalist VLADIMIR CETKAR and his JAZZ SOUL FUNK ENSEMBLE at CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is a Wonder for All at City Springs Theatre Company


BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is appropriate for all ages, and is absolutely worth the family outing. If you’re feeling particularly inspired, be sure to show up in costume! The show is everything we love about Disney and Broadway:  A story told through song with a heartwarming message destined to lighten your heart.

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Comes to City Springs Theatre Company This Week


City Springs Theatre Company will bring Disney’s Beauty and the Beast to metro Atlanta with performances from March 8 – 24, part of its 2023-2024 Season. Performances run March 8 – 24.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month


The show will feature standbys, understudies, and alternates from various Broadway hits like DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, BACK TO THE FUTURE-THE MUSICAL, and more.

Diane Phelan, Christian Magby & More to Star in Baayork Lee-Helmed BEAUTY AND THE BEAST in Atlanta


City Springs Theatre Company will bring Disney's Beauty and the Beast to metro Atlanta. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42


AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, HARMONY, MJ THE MUSICAL, and KIMBERLY AKIMBO. Join us on Monday, February 19th at 7 PM for an evening of Broadway talent.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  Hamilton; Merrily We Roll Along; Harmony; Here We Are;  Purlie Victorious; The Gardens Of Anuncia; Into The Woods and Here Lies Love.        

Review: VINCENT RODRIGUEZ III AND FRIENDS Sing For Maui at The Green Room 42


Last Tuesday night at the Green Room 42, LA TI DO Productions put on an enormous show of talent to benefit victims of the fires in Maui.

Over 25 Artists Present Selections From 8 New Musicals At Rhinebeck Writers Retreat


Over 25 artists are appearing live at Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's gala 'Songs of our Summer from Rhinebeck to Chelsea' at Chelsea Table & Stage on November 27 at 6:30pm.

Broadway's Shiloh Goodin Hosts Pass The Salt Productions Fundraiser


Broadway's Shiloh Goodin will host tonight's fundraiser for Pass the Salt Productions, a production company which produces theater, film, and stage productions.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, THE BOOK OF MORMON, NEW YORK, NEW YORK, WAITRESS, TITANIQUE, and SAW THE MUSICAL: THE UNAUTHORIZED PARODY. Join us on Monday, November 20th at 7 PM for this monthly residency showcasing Broadway talent.

Pass the Salt Productions to Host 2023 Fundraiser This Month Featuring Diane Phelan and More


Pass the Salt Productions, a production company which produces theater, film, and stage productions, will host a Fundraiser for its upcoming projects Monday, November 13th, 2023, at 7pm at Washington Heights gem, Le Cheile (Irish Pub and Restaurant).

Photos: The Rehearsal Club Celebrates 110th Birthday With Gala Hosted By Blythe Danner


The Rehearsal Club (TRC), the legendary rooming house for aspiring actresses, celebrated its 110th birthday on October 20 with a Gala hosted by Emmy and Tony Award winner Blythe Danner. Check out photos from the event here

Jelani Remy, Diane Phelan & More to Perform at Broadway Supports LIHSA


Get ready for an unforgettable night of Broadway performances as top stars come together to support Long Island High School for the Arts (LIHSA). Book your tickets now to witness this star-studded fundraiser and help raise awareness for LIHSA's stellar arts programs. Don't miss this opportunity to see Tony Award winners and nominees perform live.

Norbert Leo Butz, Lorna Luft, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week


Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Get all of the detail here!

Photos: Vina Morales Shines at 'Here Lies Love' Homecoming Concert at Joe's Pub


Filipino actress-singer Vina Morales (Aurora Aquino, 'Here Lies Love') brought the house down as she headlined the 'Here Lies Love' homecoming concert last night at Joe's Pub at the Public Theatre, the original venue of the show's debut a decade ago.

Photos: A Is For's Broadway Acts for Abortion Concert Raises $120K


Broadway Acts for Abortion just took place, bringing together the best of Broadway, karaoke, live auctions, surprise guests, all while raising $120k- critical funds and awareness about reproductive justice. Check out photos from inside the big night!

Diane Phelan FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Diane Phelan been in?

Diane Phelan has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Diane Phelan been in?

Diane Phelan has not appeared in the West End.

What is Diane Phelan next theatre project?

Diane Phelan's next show will be Into the Woods which opens on 2/18/2023 on US Tour.

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