Amra-Faye Wright
Also Credited As: Amra Faye Wright
Latest News on Amra-Faye Wright:
Photos: NYC's 2024 Cabaret Convention Ends Strong with EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN (Oct 29, 2024)
Review: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Revives Classics at Jazz at Lincoln Center (Oct 28, 2024)
Photos: Backstage At The Conclusion of The Cabaret Convention (Oct 25, 2024)
Photos: NYC's 2024 Cabaret Convention Ends Strong with EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN (Oct 29, 2024)
Review: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Revives Classics at Jazz at Lincoln Center (Oct 28, 2024)
Photos: Backstage At The Conclusion of The Cabaret Convention (Oct 25, 2024)
BIO
Amra-Faye Wright has played the role of Velma in Chicago worldwide since 2001, and on Broadway and the West End since 2005, including both 10th Anniv. productions, and in Japan in Japanese. She received the Naledi and Fleur du Cap Awards (South Africa's Tony equivalent). Credits include: UK: Vi Moore/Footloose; South Africa: Sandy/Grease, Sheila/A Chorus Line, Mother Superior/Nunsense, Jack/Jack and the Beanstalk, Mrs. Darling/Peter Pan, Star/Viva Sun City, Lead/Elvis Las Vegas (Vita Award) and musical extravaganzas throughout the world. Solo shows include: "It's Not Where I Start" (Vita Award), "Drinks on Me," "Rouge Pulp" (Vita Award), "Sittin' on Top of the World." Guest appearances: SPAR Intern'l, VIP Gala, Sydney Olympics, World-Cup Rugby/Jo'burg Phil. Orch., AquABBA/Cape Phil Orch.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Videos
Video: Watch CHICAGO Pay Tribute to Chita Rivera: 'A Broadway Giant Now Dancing With the Angels'
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2024
VIDEO: Angelica Ross and Brandon Victor Dixon Take First Bows in CHICAGO
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2022
VIDEO: The Ladies of CHICAGO Sing a 'Cell Block Tango' for Quarantine
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2020
VIDEO: Ryoko Yonekura Performs 'Roxie' in Honor of Her Return to CHICAGO
by Julie Musbach - Jul 9, 2019
VIDEO: Cuba Gooding, Jr. and the Cast of CHICAGO Spend 'Christmas Eve on the Dance Floor' For BC/EFA
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2018
VIDEO: Paint the Town with Amra Faye-Wright in A New "All That Jazz" Music Video
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2018
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Christiane Noll, Emily Skinner, Adam Heller, Bradley Dean and More in The Rep's FOLLIES
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 9, 2016
TV: Razzle Dazzle 'Em! CHICAGO's Next Billy Flynn, Jaime Camil, on Stepping Into Broadway's Long-Running Hit
by Tyler Peterson - May 26, 2016
TV: From Atlanta to Broadway- NeNe Leakes Returns to the Stage in CHICAGO!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 25, 2015
TV: Rumer Willis Opens Up About Making Her Broadway Debut in the 'Saucy' CHICAGO!
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 18, 2015
TV: Grammy Winner Brandy on Making Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO; Plus Performance Sneak Peek!
by TV - Press Previews - Apr 17, 2015
STAGE TUBE: CHICAGO Stars Give Advice to Broadway-Bound Wendy Williams!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2013
News
Photos: NYC's 2024 Cabaret Convention Ends Strong with EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN
On Thursday, October 24, 2024, the Mabel Mercer Foundation proudly presented the final night of the 35th annual New York Cabaret Convention, held at Jazz at Lincoln Center. The three-night 2024 Cabaret Convention closed on a high note with Everything Old Is New Again, featuring classic songs, old and new. See photos from the night.
On Thursday, October 24, 2024, the Mabel Mercer Foundation proudly presented the final night of the 35th annual New York Cabaret Convention, held at Jazz at Lincoln Center. The three-night 2024 Cabaret Convention closed on a high note with Everything Old Is New Again, featuring classic songs, old and new. See photos from the night.
Review: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Revives Classics at Jazz at Lincoln Center
The Cabaret Convention's three multi-performer shows are done for this year. Concluding our recaps, here's the word on what we heard during the third night: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, presented on October 24th. So many songs, so many singers, jammed into three nights, is the cornucopia of the Cabaret Convention concerts.
The Cabaret Convention's three multi-performer shows are done for this year. Concluding our recaps, here's the word on what we heard during the third night: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, presented on October 24th. So many songs, so many singers, jammed into three nights, is the cornucopia of the Cabaret Convention concerts.
Photos: Backstage At The Conclusion of The Cabaret Convention
The Cabaret Convention concludes with 'Everything Old IS New Again' hosted by KT Sullivan. Go backstage with some of the evening's performers with an inside look. The Cabaret Convention is presented by the Mabel Mercer Foundation.
The Cabaret Convention concludes with 'Everything Old IS New Again' hosted by KT Sullivan. Go backstage with some of the evening's performers with an inside look. The Cabaret Convention is presented by the Mabel Mercer Foundation.
Photos: Melissa McCarthy Visits Ariana Madix at CHICAGO on Broadway
Melissa McCarthy attended a performance of Chicago on Broadway this week and stayed to chat with Ariana Madix and the cast after the show. Check out our photos here!
Melissa McCarthy attended a performance of Chicago on Broadway this week and stayed to chat with Ariana Madix and the cast after the show. Check out our photos here!
Photos: Ariana Madix Returns to CHICAGO on Broadway
Ariana Madix officially returned to Chicago on Broadway last night, Thursday, August 1, where she will perform through Sunday, September 1 at the Ambassador Theatre. Check out photos from her first night back in the show below!
Ariana Madix officially returned to Chicago on Broadway last night, Thursday, August 1, where she will perform through Sunday, September 1 at the Ambassador Theatre. Check out photos from her first night back in the show below!
Photos: The Mabel Mercer Foundation Honors Julie Wilson
Cabaret luminaries, supporters, and officers of The Mabel Mercer Foundation gathered at The Pierre Hotel last night to celebrate the100th anniversary of the birth year of cabaret legend Julie Wilson. Check out photos here!
Cabaret luminaries, supporters, and officers of The Mabel Mercer Foundation gathered at The Pierre Hotel last night to celebrate the100th anniversary of the birth year of cabaret legend Julie Wilson. Check out photos here!
Video: First Look at Robyn Hurder as Velma in CHICAGO
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder has returned to Chicago on Broadway in the role of 'Velma Kelly'. Check out a video clip of her here!
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder has returned to Chicago on Broadway in the role of 'Velma Kelly'. Check out a video clip of her here!
Robyn Hurder to Return to CHICAGO as Velma This Month
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder will return to Chicago on Broadway in the role of “Velma Kelly” beginning Tuesday, March 26 through Sunday, June 16.
Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder will return to Chicago on Broadway in the role of “Velma Kelly” beginning Tuesday, March 26 through Sunday, June 16.
Interview: Red Concepcion Looks on 'Mr. Cellophane's' Bright Side
Red Concepcion, who just made his Broadway debut in “Chicago,” sprinkles a little sunshine in his character, Amos Hart, who’s often depicted as Roxie’s “scummy, crummy, dummy hubby.” In the show’s first few minutes, it’s made clear Roxie has been cheating on Amos, clinging to men who have promised her a shot at being a local celebrity.
Red Concepcion, who just made his Broadway debut in “Chicago,” sprinkles a little sunshine in his character, Amos Hart, who’s often depicted as Roxie’s “scummy, crummy, dummy hubby.” In the show’s first few minutes, it’s made clear Roxie has been cheating on Amos, clinging to men who have promised her a shot at being a local celebrity.
Ariana Madix Out of CHICAGO February 27 Performance
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will miss tonight's performance of Chicago.
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will miss tonight's performance of Chicago.
Ariana Madix Extends Run in CHICAGO on Broadway Through Early April
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will extend in her role as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway through April 7. Learn how to purchase tickets!
TV personality, actress and author Ariana Madix will extend in her role as 'Roxie Hart' in Chicago on Broadway through April 7. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Jinkx Monsoon Will Return to CHICAGO in June
Chicago has announced that actress, vocalist, and two-time “RuPaul's Drag Race” winner Jinkx Monsoon will return in the role of Matron “Mama” Morton for 20 performances only beginning this June!
Chicago has announced that actress, vocalist, and two-time “RuPaul's Drag Race” winner Jinkx Monsoon will return in the role of Matron “Mama” Morton for 20 performances only beginning this June!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 8, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 8, 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 February 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: First Look at Ariana Madix as Roxie Hart in CHICAGO
You can now get a first look at Ariana Madix as Roxie Hart, Amra-Faye Wright as Velma Kelly and Max von Essen as Billy Flynn in Chicago! See the photos and learn how to purchase tickets!
You can now get a first look at Ariana Madix as Roxie Hart, Amra-Faye Wright as Velma Kelly and Max von Essen as Billy Flynn in Chicago! See the photos and learn how to purchase tickets!
CHICAGO Has Best Non-Holiday Performance Week In the Show's History
Chicago, Broadway’s longest running American Musical, had its highest grossing non-holiday performance week in the show’s 27-year history.
Chicago, Broadway’s longest running American Musical, had its highest grossing non-holiday performance week in the show’s 27-year history.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 1, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 1, 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 February 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch CHICAGO Pay Tribute to Chita Rivera: 'A Broadway Giant Now Dancing With the Angels'
New York institutions like Chicago on Broadway and the Apollo Theatre paid tribute to Chita Rivera. Amra-Faye Wright, who currently plays the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago, made a speech during the production's curtain call last night. Watch the video, also featuring the Apollo Theatre changing their marquee!
New York institutions like Chicago on Broadway and the Apollo Theatre paid tribute to Chita Rivera. Amra-Faye Wright, who currently plays the role of Velma Kelly in Chicago, made a speech during the production's curtain call last night. Watch the video, also featuring the Apollo Theatre changing their marquee!
Exclusive: Vanderpump Rules Stars Lala Kent & Scheana Shay Visit Ariana Madix Backstage at CHICAGO
Check out photos of Lala Kent and Scheana Shay visiting Ariana Madix at her opening night in Chicago. Earlier this week, she recently kicked off an 8-week limited engagement as Roxie Hart. Madix's opening night came just before the season 11 premiere of Vanderpump Rules on Bravo.
Check out photos of Lala Kent and Scheana Shay visiting Ariana Madix at her opening night in Chicago. Earlier this week, she recently kicked off an 8-week limited engagement as Roxie Hart. Madix's opening night came just before the season 11 premiere of Vanderpump Rules on Bravo.
Video: Ariana Madix Takes Her First Bows in CHICAGO on Broadway
Reality TV star Ariana Madix, known for 'Vanderpump Rules', made her Broadway debut January 29, in the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago. Check out footage from her first curtain call in the video here!
Reality TV star Ariana Madix, known for 'Vanderpump Rules', made her Broadway debut January 29, in the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago. Check out footage from her first curtain call in the video here!
Photos: Ariana Madix Takes Her First Bows in CHICAGO on Broadway
'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix made her Broadway debut January 29, in the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from her first curtain call here!
'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix made her Broadway debut January 29, in the role of Roxie Hart in Chicago. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from her first curtain call here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Amra-Faye Wright been in?
Amra-Faye Wright has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Amra-Faye Wright been in?
Amra-Faye Wright has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Amra-Faye Wright's first West End show?
Amra-Faye Wright's first West End show was Chicago which opened in 1997
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