Kerry Ellis
Latest News on Kerry Ellis:
Kerry Ellis Will Lead UK Premiere of IF/THEN (Nov 21, 2024)
Review: Like Elphie, WICKED Film is Confident in Its Skin (Nov 19, 2024)
Kerry Ellis, Cassidy Janson, and More Will Perform as Part of Westway Sessions Concerts (Nov 15, 2024)
Kerry Ellis Will Lead UK Premiere of IF/THEN (Nov 21, 2024)
Review: Like Elphie, WICKED Film is Confident in Its Skin (Nov 19, 2024)
Kerry Ellis, Cassidy Janson, and More Will Perform as Part of Westway Sessions Concerts (Nov 15, 2024)
BIO
Kerry Ellis has fast become recognised as the leading lady of West End musicals from her starring roles in London and on Broadway. She has also achieved chart-topping success as a recording artist signed to Universal Decca with her debut album Anthems.
Kerry originated the role of Meat, in Queen's We Will Rock You and was the first British Elphaba in the West End smash, Wicked, for which Kerry won the 2008 Whatsonstage.com Award for 'Best Takeover in a Role'. She then immediately transferred to Broadway and played Elphaba at the Gershwin Theater for 6 months, where she won the Broadway.com Audience Award for Favourite Female Breakthrough Performance, before returning to London for 6 months in 2009. Her many other leading role credits include Nancy in Oliver! at Drury lane, Eliza Doolittle My Fair Lady, Ellen in Miss Saigon and Fantine in Les Miserables.
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STAGE CREDITS
[West End]
Original London Production, 2021
Elphaba [Replacement]
Elphaba [Replacement]
Videos
Video: Kerry Ellis Sings 'Animal Lover' From 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2024
VIDEO: West End Fan Choir Performs Tribute to the Theatre Featuring Kerry Ellis and Lucie Jones
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2020
VIDEO: Laura Osnes, Jeremy Jordan, Kerry Ellis, Janet Dacal and More Sing 'Finding Wonderland'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2020
VIDEO: Kerry Ellis, Ben Elton, Mig Ayesa and More Pay Tribute to Brian May With 'Driven by You'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2020
Living Room Concerts: Kerry Ellis Sings 'Your Song' and 'I Loved
A Butterfly'
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - May 7, 2020
VIDEO: Keala Settle, Chrissy Metz, and More Lead 'You're Not Alone' Performance
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2020
VIDEO: Kerry Ellis Joins 1,000 West End Stage students to Record 'A Million Dreams' in Aid of NSPCC Childline
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2018
Full Casting Announced for Brand New Arena Spectacular HEAVEN ON EARTH UK Arena Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2018
Full Casting Announced for Brand New Arena Spectacular HEAVEN ON EARTH UK Arena Tour
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2017
VIDEO: THE LION KING Keeps the Circle of Life Spinning at West End Live
by Julie Musbach - Jun 25, 2017
News
Kerry Ellis Will Lead UK Premiere of IF/THEN
IF/THEN, the celebrated musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning team Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, will make its UK premeire next year, starring Kerry Ellis. Learn more here!
IF/THEN, the celebrated musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning team Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, will make its UK premeire next year, starring Kerry Ellis. Learn more here!
Review: Like Elphie, WICKED Film is Confident in Its Skin
NO ONE MOURNS THE WICKED. While Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 'Evita' begins with Argentinians mourning the death of their beloved Eva Peron, the Ozians of the fictional Land of Oz in Stephen Schwartz’s 'Wicked' rejoice for the supposed death of their perceived nemesis, The Wicked Witch of the West,” in Broadway’s hit musical, now a monumental motion picture, helmed by Jon M. Chu.
NO ONE MOURNS THE WICKED. While Andrew Lloyd Webber’s 'Evita' begins with Argentinians mourning the death of their beloved Eva Peron, the Ozians of the fictional Land of Oz in Stephen Schwartz’s 'Wicked' rejoice for the supposed death of their perceived nemesis, The Wicked Witch of the West,” in Broadway’s hit musical, now a monumental motion picture, helmed by Jon M. Chu.
Kerry Ellis, Cassidy Janson, and More Will Perform as Part of Westway Sessions Concerts
A series of Monday night concerts featuring six leading stars of the West End and Broadway will launch at the Vaudeville Theatre in 2025. Learn more here!
A series of Monday night concerts featuring six leading stars of the West End and Broadway will launch at the Vaudeville Theatre in 2025. Learn more here!
The National Youth Music Theatre Unveils 2025 Programme With New Patron Kerry Ellis, and More
The National Youth Music Theatre has announced its 2025 programme, which promises an array of iconic musicals, innovative new works, and a range of opportunities for young people passionate about music theatre.
The National Youth Music Theatre has announced its 2025 programme, which promises an array of iconic musicals, innovative new works, and a range of opportunities for young people passionate about music theatre.
101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL Will Transfer to London's Eventim Apollo
101 Dalmatians The Musical will transfer to the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith for a limited six week run following its successful UK tour. Learn more about the upcoming run here!
101 Dalmatians The Musical will transfer to the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith for a limited six week run following its successful UK tour. Learn more about the upcoming run here!
Video: Kerry Ellis Sings 'Animal Lover' From 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL
Watch a newly released video of Kerry Ellis singing ‘Animal Lover’ from 101 Dalmatians The Musical ahead of her stepping into the role of Cruella De Vil in Oxford and Brighton this festive season.
Watch a newly released video of Kerry Ellis singing ‘Animal Lover’ from 101 Dalmatians The Musical ahead of her stepping into the role of Cruella De Vil in Oxford and Brighton this festive season.
JANIE DEE'S BEAUTIFUL WORLD OF CABARET Will Come to London and More
Hot on the stiletto heels of her critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe run, two-time Olivier and multi-award-winning, critically acclaimed British actress, singer and musical theatre star, Janie Dee will perform a series of autumn dates for Janie Dee's Beautiful World Of Cabaret - a playfully informative and inspirational musical journey into humanity and nature, that is, at its heart, always hopeful.
Hot on the stiletto heels of her critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe run, two-time Olivier and multi-award-winning, critically acclaimed British actress, singer and musical theatre star, Janie Dee will perform a series of autumn dates for Janie Dee's Beautiful World Of Cabaret - a playfully informative and inspirational musical journey into humanity and nature, that is, at its heart, always hopeful.
Kerry Ellis Will Lead One Night Only Musical Concert RIDDLES & ROMANCE
Kerry Ellis will lead the cast of a new one night only musical concert at Underbelly Boulevard this September produced by Matty Hurst Productions. Known for originating the role of Elphaba in the West End's Wicked, Ellis will star in this new concert of works by composer Clive Richard Davis.
Kerry Ellis will lead the cast of a new one night only musical concert at Underbelly Boulevard this September produced by Matty Hurst Productions. Known for originating the role of Elphaba in the West End's Wicked, Ellis will star in this new concert of works by composer Clive Richard Davis.
Kerry Ellis Joins 101 DALMATIANS THE MUSICAL as 'Cruella de Vil' at Select Performances
West End Musical Theatre star Kerry Ellis will play Cruella de Vil at the New Theatre Oxford 3- 7 December and Brighton Theatre Royal 17 December 2024 – 5 January 2025, concluding the current UK and Ireland tour of 101 Dalmatians The Musical.
West End Musical Theatre star Kerry Ellis will play Cruella de Vil at the New Theatre Oxford 3- 7 December and Brighton Theatre Royal 17 December 2024 – 5 January 2025, concluding the current UK and Ireland tour of 101 Dalmatians The Musical.
Kerry Ellis Will Release Memoir, 'Queen of the West End'
Kerry Ellis has released a new memoir sharing the secrets of her incredible 20-year stage career. Learn more about where to get the book here!
Kerry Ellis has released a new memoir sharing the secrets of her incredible 20-year stage career. Learn more about where to get the book here!
West End Performers Will Sing the Music of Stephen Schwartz on New 'SCHWARTZ SONGS' Album
SCHWARTZ SONGS, an album of new recordings of Stephen Schwartz's much-loved songs, will be released this month. The opening track, 'DEFYING GRAVITY,' is performed by four of the West End's leading ladies who have all played ‘Elphaba' in Wicked in the West End and will be released as a single on 21 June.
SCHWARTZ SONGS, an album of new recordings of Stephen Schwartz's much-loved songs, will be released this month. The opening track, 'DEFYING GRAVITY,' is performed by four of the West End's leading ladies who have all played ‘Elphaba' in Wicked in the West End and will be released as a single on 21 June.
Pride Month at the King's Head Theatre Includes OUTINGS and More
The King’s Head Theatre has announced the shows that will be playing at the theatre this June during Pride month 2024, both at the venue’s new purpose built 200-seat Main House, and the intimate and versatile 50-seat 4Below space.
The King’s Head Theatre has announced the shows that will be playing at the theatre this June during Pride month 2024, both at the venue’s new purpose built 200-seat Main House, and the intimate and versatile 50-seat 4Below space.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 6, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Kerry Ellis and John Owen-Jones Will Perform at The King's Head Theatre This June
Kerry Ellis and John Owen-Jones, award-winning, record-breaking stars of the West End and Broadway, will join forces for a very special and intimate concert at the new King's Head Theatre on Monday 10 June 2024, showcasing their legendary voices, and the best of musical theatre.
Kerry Ellis and John Owen-Jones, award-winning, record-breaking stars of the West End and Broadway, will join forces for a very special and intimate concert at the new King's Head Theatre on Monday 10 June 2024, showcasing their legendary voices, and the best of musical theatre.
Steven Berkoff and Kerry Ellis Among Special Events Lineup at the Greenwich Theatre
Greenwich Theatre has announced its line-up of special guest events, launching on 13 May with An Audience with Steven Berkoff. Check out the full lineup here!
Greenwich Theatre has announced its line-up of special guest events, launching on 13 May with An Audience with Steven Berkoff. Check out the full lineup here!
Feature: A Day at The National Youth Music Theatre
Practice-based learning lives on as the stars of the future are created
Practice-based learning lives on as the stars of the future are created
Alfie Boe Joins WITH ALL OUR HEARTS Gala Celebrating the NHS
Alfie Boe is joining the starry cast of With All Our Hearts, an exciting West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS.
Alfie Boe is joining the starry cast of With All Our Hearts, an exciting West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS.
Aimie Atkinson and Jo Foster Join Cast For West End Gala Celebrating the NHS
Further casting has been announced for With All Our Hearts, a West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS. The performance is set for 9 April 2024.
Further casting has been announced for With All Our Hearts, a West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS. The performance is set for 9 April 2024.
Broadway Streaming Guide: April 2024 - Where to Watch WISH & More
This April, Broadway fans can spring into action with new albums, concerts, and television shows to binge. From the recent Disney movie musical WISH starring Ariana DeBose to the live capture of Alex Edelman's Broadway show, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!
This April, Broadway fans can spring into action with new albums, concerts, and television shows to binge. From the recent Disney movie musical WISH starring Ariana DeBose to the live capture of Alex Edelman's Broadway show, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!
West End Gala Will Celebrate the NHS 75th Anniversary at Adelphi Theatre This April
A West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS – a major milestone reached by the health service in 2023.
A West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS – a major milestone reached by the health service in 2023.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Kerry Ellis been in?
Kerry Ellis has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Kerry Ellis been in?
Kerry Ellis has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Kerry Ellis's first West End show?
Kerry Ellis's first West End show was We Will Rock You which opened in 2002
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