Melissa Benoist
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BIO
Benoist, who currently steals the screen in the title role of The CW hit show, made her Broadway debut as Carole King in Broadway's hit, Beautiful-The Carole King Musical in 2018.
Born and raised in Colorado, Benoist made her film debut just one year after graduating high school. She emerged on the screen as "Laurel" in the 2008 drama Tennessee alongside Mariah Carey, Adam Rothenberg and Ethan Peck. While working the musical theatre circuit in New York City, catapulted into the spotlight with her starring role as 'Marley Rose' on seasons four and five on Fox's hit show "Glee". Her character, colloquially dubbed "The New Rachel" in the premiere episode of season four, rode the waves of success from Lea Michele's character 'Rachel Berry', yet was quick to hear her own acclaim as the beloved new addition to the show.
She has graced TV audiences on a multitude of shows including "Homeland" and "The Good Wife" and co-starred in the critically acclaimed feature films, the Academy-Award nominated Whiplash as well as Patriot's Day.
Photos
Kola Bokinni, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Shanola Hampton, Eric Bauza, Cassadee Pope, Bugs Bunny, Cristo Fernández, Daffy Duck, Melissa Benoist, Greta Onieogou, Kelsey Anderson, Joey Graziadei and Michael Evan Behling
Date:
04/18/2024
From: Photos & Video: See Bening, Stokes Mitchell & More at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Carole King [Replacement]
Videos
Alex Newell, Christina Sajous and More to Appear in 'Walkout' Video As Part of THE WALKOUT PROJECT
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-07-03 08:01:00
Exclusive Video: Jeremy Jordan Sings From BONNIE & CLYDE In Concert With Seth Rudetsky
by Alan Henry - 2020-06-15 10:47:45
VIDEO: Rachel Bay Jones, Eden Espinosa, Liz Callaway, Melissa Benoist, and Many More Stars Perform at CONCERT FOR AMERICA
by Stephi Wild - 2019-09-22 09:46:44
TV Exclusive: Jeremy Jordan Hits the High Notes in an Intimate Evening of Song and Gab with Seth Rudetsky!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-03-16 14:01:00
VIDEO: Carole King Surprises Melissa Benoist and the Cast of BEAUTIFUL
by Matt Tamanini - 2018-07-28 13:09:57
VIDEO: Gavin Creel, Charlie Stemp (and a Whole Bunch of Puppies) Take Over Shubert Alley for Broadway Barks Performance!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-07-16 16:45:01
VIDEO: Watch Melissa Benoist Perform 'I FEEL THE EARTH MOVE' from BEAUTIFUL On LIVE With Kelly and Ryan
by Macon Prickett - 2018-06-11 15:24:52
TV: Supergirl Takes the Stage! Meet BEAUTIFUL's New Carole King, Melissa Benoist
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-12 11:13:29
TV: Radio City or Bust! Sara Bareilles, Josh Graban & The Cast of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Gear Up for the Tonys
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-07 14:05:04
TV: Beautiful Benoist! Watch Broadway's New Carole King in Action!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-06 11:15:33
VIDEO: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Honors Mothers With Tribute Video
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-11 09:28:07
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'For Good' Episode of SUPERGIRL on The CW
by Caryn Robbins - 2018-01-23 09:43:10
VIDEO: New Pasek/Paul Song + All Musical Numbers from SUPERGIRL/FLASH Crossover!
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-22 07:36:33
VIDEO: First Look - Melissa Benoist, Grant Gustin Perform 'Super Friends' on Musical Episode
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-20 12:41:53
VIDEO: First Look - Darren Criss as 'Music Meister' in Tonight's SUPERGIRL
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-20 11:20:43
VIDEO: Go Behind-the-Scenes of FLASH/SUPERGIRL Musical Episode
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-16 10:20:04
VIDEO: Darren Criss Talks HEDWIG, 'Flash' Musical Episode & More on 'Conan'
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-15 07:35:38
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Darren Criss is 'The Music Meister' in FLASH/SUPERGIRL Musical Episode
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-15 07:22:17
VIDEO: Jeremy Jordan & Melissa Benoist Recap Season 1 of SUPERGIRL in Song!
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-07-25 15:12:55
News
ESPECIAL: El fenómeno GLEE: 17 años del viaje musical que reconectó a una generación con Broadway
by Adela González Pérez - May 22, 2026
Analizamos el impacto de la mítica serie de televisión en las audiencias jóvenes a través de sus adaptaciones de clásicos como FUNNY GIRL, WICKED o RENT
by Adela González Pérez - May 22, 2026
Analizamos el impacto de la mítica serie de televisión en las audiencias jóvenes a través de sus adaptaciones de clásicos como FUNNY GIRL, WICKED o RENT
Bryce Pinkham, Alex Brightman, and More Talk Musicals and Theatre at FanX
by Tyler Hinton - Oct 6, 2025
This year’s FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention, held September 25-27, 2025, was once again filled with connections to musicals and theatre, some obvious but others unexpected. If you missed out on this year’s rush of celebrity-infused excitement, you will definitely want to plan on attending next year.
by Tyler Hinton - Oct 6, 2025
This year’s FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention, held September 25-27, 2025, was once again filled with connections to musicals and theatre, some obvious but others unexpected. If you missed out on this year’s rush of celebrity-infused excitement, you will definitely want to plan on attending next year.
Review: THE WEDDING SINGER at Colony Theatre
by Amanda Callas - Jun 19, 2025
The Wedding Singer is a delightful retro romantic comedy musical at the Colony Theatre in Burbank through June 29th. Confectionary light, with killer choreography and eye-candy 1980s costumes and sets, The Wedding Singer is a big whipped cream dollop of pure joy.
by Amanda Callas - Jun 19, 2025
The Wedding Singer is a delightful retro romantic comedy musical at the Colony Theatre in Burbank through June 29th. Confectionary light, with killer choreography and eye-candy 1980s costumes and sets, The Wedding Singer is a big whipped cream dollop of pure joy.
Photos: First Look at Netflix's THE WATERFRONT Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025
Netflix has dropped first-look photos for The Waterfront, the new family drama series based on a true story. The show premieres on Netflix on June 19, 2025. Take a look at the photos here!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025
Netflix has dropped first-look photos for The Waterfront, the new family drama series based on a true story. The show premieres on Netflix on June 19, 2025. Take a look at the photos here!
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Martin Short, Shoshana Bean, and More Join STARS IN THE HOUSE Vote-A-Thon
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 1, 2024
“Stars in the House” will return for its second Election Day Vote-A-Thon with a star-studded lineup joining hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson to talk about their voting experiences and deliver LIVE musical performances.
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 1, 2024
“Stars in the House” will return for its second Election Day Vote-A-Thon with a star-studded lineup joining hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson to talk about their voting experiences and deliver LIVE musical performances.
Photos & Video: See Bening, Stokes Mitchell & More at The Entertainment Community Fund Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024
Check out new photos and videos from the Entertainment Community Fund Gala!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024
Check out new photos and videos from the Entertainment Community Fund Gala!
Photos: Go inside The Entertainment Community Fund's 2024 Gala
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 9, 2024
Last night at the Entertainment Community Fund, (formerly The Actors Fund) gala, they announced the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign: a bold and comprehensive effort that will combine all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 9, 2024
Last night at the Entertainment Community Fund, (formerly The Actors Fund) gala, they announced the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign: a bold and comprehensive effort that will combine all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places.
Entertainment Community Fund Launches $160 Million ESSENTIAL Campaign
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024
Entertainment Community Fund is launching the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign, combining all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024
Entertainment Community Fund is launching the $160 million ESSENTIAL Campaign, combining all of the organization’s fundraising, allowing the Fund to serve more people in more places. Learn more!
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MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG: A [Backwards] History of Old Friends
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2023
Go inside the complete history of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along, playing at Broadway's Hudson Theatre now!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2023
Go inside the complete history of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along, playing at Broadway's Hudson Theatre now!
The Cast of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY Takes Over Our Instagram Today!
by Social Watch - Mar 25, 2023
Tune into our Instagram story as the cast of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa Fasthorse at Second Stage Theater takes you behind the scenes of their day!
by Social Watch - Mar 25, 2023
Tune into our Instagram story as the cast of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa Fasthorse at Second Stage Theater takes you behind the scenes of their day!
Meet the Cast of THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2023
Second Stage Theater's production of Larissa FastHorse's play, The Thanksgiving Play, directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin, will begin previews tonight, March 25th! Meet the cast of The Thanksgiving Play!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2023
Second Stage Theater's production of Larissa FastHorse's play, The Thanksgiving Play, directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin, will begin previews tonight, March 25th! Meet the cast of The Thanksgiving Play!
D'Arcy Carden, Katie Finneran, Scott Foley & Chris Sullivan Will Lead THE THANKSGIVING PLAY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 14, 2023
Second Stage Theater has just announced the cast for its upcoming production of Larissa FastHorse’s play, THE THANKSGIVING PLAY. Find out all the details about who will star in the new play!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 14, 2023
Second Stage Theater has just announced the cast for its upcoming production of Larissa FastHorse’s play, THE THANKSGIVING PLAY. Find out all the details about who will star in the new play!
A Guide to Broadway Guest Stars on BLUE BLOODS
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2023
While the series' recurring cast includes Tom Selleck, Bridget Moynahan, Donnie Wahlberg, and more, guest stars have included Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Joanna Gleason, Adrienne Warren, Jinkx Monsoon, Norm Lewis, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. Check out a list of Broadway guest stars on Blue Bloods now!
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2023
While the series' recurring cast includes Tom Selleck, Bridget Moynahan, Donnie Wahlberg, and more, guest stars have included Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Joanna Gleason, Adrienne Warren, Jinkx Monsoon, Norm Lewis, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. Check out a list of Broadway guest stars on Blue Bloods now!
Photos: See Cameron Crowe, Solea Pfeiffer & More on the ALMOST FAMOUS Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 5, 2022
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! See photos of the stars of the show and more on the red carpet here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 5, 2022
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! See photos of the stars of the show and more on the red carpet here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet of ALMOST FAMOUS Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 4, 2022
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 4, 2022
Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
VIDEOS: Get Ready For Alex Newell on THE SETH CONCERT SERIES Sunday!
by Team BWW - Jun 3, 2021
Alex Newell is stopping by the Seth Rudetsky Concert Series this weekend! We're looking back at past performances before the show on Sunday!
by Team BWW - Jun 3, 2021
Alex Newell is stopping by the Seth Rudetsky Concert Series this weekend! We're looking back at past performances before the show on Sunday!
Student Blog: Top 10 Underrated Glee Songs
by Student Blogger: Alexandra Lang - May 20, 2021
As entertaining and cathartic it can be to poke fun at 'Glee,' we should also take the time to recognize its successes-especially those we missed the first time around. And what better occasion to do so than around the anniversary of the airing of the pilot?
by Student Blogger: Alexandra Lang - May 20, 2021
As entertaining and cathartic it can be to poke fun at 'Glee,' we should also take the time to recognize its successes-especially those we missed the first time around. And what better occasion to do so than around the anniversary of the airing of the pilot?
Student Blog: That's What We Missed on 'Glee'
by Student Blogger: Alexandra Lang - Mar 25, 2021
Since quarantine began, I’ve seen a lot of older fans revisit the show, as well as some new viewers getting into it for the first time, and my boredom drove me to follow the trend. While I enjoyed the nostalgia of re-watching my favorite moments, it was strange to view the show with adult eyes and realize just how much my perspective and opinions have changed.
by Student Blogger: Alexandra Lang - Mar 25, 2021
Since quarantine began, I’ve seen a lot of older fans revisit the show, as well as some new viewers getting into it for the first time, and my boredom drove me to follow the trend. While I enjoyed the nostalgia of re-watching my favorite moments, it was strange to view the show with adult eyes and realize just how much my perspective and opinions have changed.
From Evita to Tina: Broadway Characters Based on Real Women in History
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2021
In honor of Women's History Month, we're taking a look at some iconic real-life women who have been portrayed on stage in musicals!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2021
In honor of Women's History Month, we're taking a look at some iconic real-life women who have been portrayed on stage in musicals!
WINNERS Announced For The 18th Annual Theatre Fans' Choice Awards: 'Best Of The Decade' Edition!
by BWW Staff - Sep 1, 2020
Throughout the month of August, BroadwayWorld opened voting to our readers for the 18th Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards! The Theatre Fans' Choice Awards are the biggest New York Theatre Awards, where YOU, the fans, get to have your say.
by BWW Staff - Sep 1, 2020
Throughout the month of August, BroadwayWorld opened voting to our readers for the 18th Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards! The Theatre Fans' Choice Awards are the biggest New York Theatre Awards, where YOU, the fans, get to have your say.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Melissa Benoist been in?
Melissa Benoist has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Melissa Benoist been in?
Melissa Benoist has not appeared in the West End.
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