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Eden Espinosa

Birth Place: Anaheim, California, USA

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BIO

Eden Espinosa is most recognized for her critically acclaimed portrayal of Elphaba in "Wicked" on Broadway and in Los Angeles and San Francisco.


Other credits include originating the title character in "Brooklyn the Musical", Flora in "Flora the Red Menace," and Maureen in the closing company of "Rent" on Broadway. Eden also originated the role of Sadie Thompson in the world premiere of "Rain", at the Old Globe Theater. She portrayed Eva Peron in TPAC and Studio Tenn's production of"Evita". In 2017 she toured Denmark and London playing Emma Borden in the rock musical "Lizzie". She played Mary Flynn to rave reviews in Maria Freidmans productions of "Merrily We Roll Along" at the Huntington Theatre in Boston. She was Daniela in Kennedy Center's "In The Heights". Most recently she originated the role of Tamara De Lempicka in the world premiere of "Lempicka" at Williamstown Theatre Festival, directed by Rachel Chavkin. She appeared in the US tour of Falsettos in 2019.
Her television appearances include shows such as Law and Order, Ugly Betty, and Elementary. Voiceover credits include Cassandra in the Disney show Tangled the Series, Robot Chicken, MAD TV, Elena of Avalor, and Titan Maximum.
Eden's debut album, Look Around, charted in the Pop iTunes top 50 between Adele and Katy Perry. Her second album was released in 2019.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Tamara de Lempicka

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Mami (Carmen)

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2020
Narrator

[US Tour]
US Revival Tour, 2019
Trina

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Concert Production, 2018
Daniela

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Old Globe World Premiere, 2016
Sadie Thompson

[Los Angeles]
Reprise! Concert, 2008
Flora

[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Production, 2007
Elphaba

[New York]
New York Concert, 2006
Bella

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Elphaba [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Brooklyn

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Elphaba [Replacement]

Elphaba (Standby)

Nessarose (Understudy)

[New York]
New York Concert, 2003
Performer

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2003
Brooklyn

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Maureen Johnson [Replacement]


Movies

The Storyteller
[ 2018 ] Carol

TV Shows

Elena of Avalor
Orizaba
Mad
Khloé Kardashian, Vendor, Colleen Goodwin
Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure
Cassandra

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Disinguished Performance

Eden Espinosa, The Gardens of Anuncia

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Disinguished Performance

Eden Espinosa, Lempicka

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Eden Espinosa, Lempicka

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Photos: Eden Espinosa, Christopher Fitzgerald and More Take The Stage in CHRISTMAS TIME IN THE CITY

The magic of the holidays lit up New York City on December 12, 2024, as Christmas Time in the City returned for its second year to a sold-out audience at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle. Check out photos from the show.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Berkshire theatre group Leads Best Musical!

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Berkshires Awards

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
20 Great Audition Songs for Mezzos

If you’re a mezzo, it can feel overwhelming to find material you love that hasn’t already been sung to death. There’s so much great audition material for mezzos, and much of it is already in everyone’s audition book. Find great audition songs for mezzo-sopranos here!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Berkshires Awards

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Photos: Stars Arrive at DEATH BECOMES HER on Opening Night

Stars came out for the opening of DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles, Tina Fey, Brooke Shields, and more as they arrive on the opening night red carpet here!
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know

With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 6, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Eden Espinosa, Christopher Fitzgerald, and More Will Lead CHRISTMAS TIME IN THE CITY Concert

Returning for its second year after a sold-out debut, the Broadway holiday concert, Christmas Time in the City, will once again return to the historic Church of St. Paul the Apostle.
Photos: Inside TEETH Opening Night at New World Stages

The smash-hit musical TEETH, opened to a star studded, “spooky chic,” sold out crowd at New World Stages in New York City.  Check out photos from the opening here! 
Photos: Michael Urie Unveils Sardi's Caricature

Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.
Lilli Cooper, Krystina Alabado & More Join WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert

Krystina Alabado, Klea Blackhurst, Lilli Cooper, Natalie Joy Johnson and Barbara Walsh will join the star-studded company of women participating in a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
LaChanze, Ingrid Michaelson, and More Will Perform WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert

For one night only, Carmel Dean’s acclaimed song cycle Well-Behaved Women will be presented on Monday, October 28th at The Town Hall at 7:30 PM, performed by an all-star cast of women.
Photos/Video: 2024 BROADWAY FLEA MARKET Raises $1,421,675

Thousands of Broadway fans, countless theatrical treasures and dozens of Broadway stars lit up New York City’s Theater District - and ushered in a record-breaking fundraising total - when the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returned Sunday, September 22, 2024. Check out photos and video from the event!
2024 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction- A Full Guide

It's just days until one of the most anticipated events of the season for theater lovers. The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction is about to take over the Theatre District and we have all info you need to prepare yourself for the big day!
Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction to Take Place This Sunday

Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return for one day only this Sunday, September 22, 2024. More than 50 tables are set to sell stage-used props, memorabilia, posters and more. See how to attend!
LEMPICKA is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

The Broadway production of Lempicka, the new musical portrait celebrating the true story of artist Tamara de Lempicka, was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.
Video: Watch Eden Espinosa's LEMPICKA Quick Changes in 'Tamara Tuesday' Series

Eden Espinosa is sharing behind the scenes videos from Lempicka in a new Instagram series! Watch now!
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA

Watch Eden Espinosa Sing 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA in the video here!
THE AFTER PARTY Event Will Raise Funds to Save The Laurie Beechman Theatre and West Bank Cafe

The Laurie Beechman Theatre at the West Bank Cafe will host a special one-night-only event, 'The After Party,' on Friday, August 16th, to benefit the fundraising efforts to save the iconic venue from closure.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Eden Espinosa been in?

Eden Espinosa has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Eden Espinosa been in?

Eden Espinosa has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Eden Espinosa been nominated for?

Disinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for The Gardens of Anuncia, Disinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Lempicka and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Lempicka.

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