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Award winning actor. Eight Broadway shows, tons of regional, some TV & Films. “I cannot help wondering sometimes what I might have become & might have done if I had lived in a country which had not circumscribed & handicapped me on account of my race, that had allowed me to reach any height I was able to attain.” — Mary Church Terrell. AnastaciaMcCleskey.com @anastaciamccofficial

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STAGE CREDITS

Suffs Suffs
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Mary Church Terrell
Caroline, or Change Caroline, or Change
[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company's Broadway Revival, 2021
Performer (Standby)
Waitress Waitress
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2021
Ensemble
The Secret Life of Bees The Secret Life of Bees
[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theatre Company Off-Broadway World Premiere, 2019
May
Waitress Waitress
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Ensemble [Replacement]
Nurse Norma [Replacement]
Ensemble [Replacement]
Nurse Norma [Replacement]
Ensemble [Replacement]
Becky (Understudy) [Replacement]
Becky (Understudy) [Replacement]
Becky (Understudy) [Replacement]
Violet Violet
[Broadway]
Roundabout Production, 2014
Ensemble
The Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Mrs. Brown [Replacement]
Ensemble [Replacement]
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Diva
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical
[Toronto]
Pre-Broadway North American Production, 2010
Diva
Hair Hair
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Member of the Tribe [Replacement]
Tarzan Tarzan
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Ensemble

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WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL Film Sets Max Streaming Date Photo
WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL Film Sets Max Streaming Date
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2025

The recording of Waitress: The Musical, starring Sara Bareilles will be available to stream on Max in time for Valentine's Day, February 14, 2025. The filmed capture was screened in theaters in December of 2023 and is also available to rent and purchase.
BOOP! THE MUSICAL Finds Complete Broadway Cast Photo
BOOP! THE MUSICAL Finds Complete Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

The complete cast has been announced for the new Broadway musical BOOP! The Musical, which begins performances on Broadway in March. Learn more about the cast here!
SUFFS Will Be Filmed For Release on PBS Great Performances Photo
SUFFS Will Be Filmed For Release on PBS Great Performances
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

Suffs is set to close on Broadway next month, but fans of the show may have the opportunity to view the production on their TV screens in the future as part of PBS' Great Performances series.
SUFFS Special Event to Take Place at The Grammy Museum Photo
SUFFS Special Event to Take Place at The Grammy Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2024

In celebration of Suffs’ GRAMMY Award nomination for “Best Musical Theater Album” the GRAMMY Museum will host A New York Evening with Suffs, a special night of music and conversation at The Greene Space in NYC. Learn how to attend!
The Broadway Cast: SUFFS Stars Anastacia McCleskey, Tsilala Brock & Kim Blanck Photo
The Broadway Cast: SUFFS Stars Anastacia McCleskey, Tsilala Brock & Kim Blanck
by The Broadway Cast - Nov 9, 2024

In this video, we dive deep into the revolutionary musical Suffs, featuring insights from original cast members Anastacia McCleskey, Tsilala Brock, and Kim Blanck. Join us as we explore the powerful themes, groundbreaking performances, and the incredible journey behind this remarkable show.
Videos You Missed This Week: RAGTIME, WICKED, and More Photo
Videos You Missed This Week: RAGTIME, WICKED, and More
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 8, 2024

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! Fall 2024 is here at last, which means that a whole new bunch of Broadway and off-Broadway shows are opening soon. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending November 8, 2024 with videos from Ragtime, Wicked, Suffs, and more!
Video: Shaina Taub Talks SUFFS and Shares Why RAGTIME is Her Favorite Musical Photo
Video: Shaina Taub Talks SUFFS and Shares Why RAGTIME is Her Favorite Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2024

Shaina Taub, who was recently honored by Time Magazine as part of their 2024 Time100 Next List, recently visited CBS Mornings to discuss her musical Suffs. During the interview, she also shared why Ragtime is her favorite show and how it serves as an inspiration for Suffs. Watch the segment now!
SUFFS Will Play Final Broadway Performance In January Photo
SUFFS Will Play Final Broadway Performance In January
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2024

The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Suffs will play its final Broadway performance in January of 2025 following 24 previews and 301 regular performances. After closing, the show will head out on tour and we've got the scoop.
Photos: Congressional Gold Medal Honoree Billie Jean King Visits SUFFS Photo
Photos: Congressional Gold Medal Honoree Billie Jean King Visits SUFFS
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 18, 2024

See photos of tennis legend Billie Jean King visiting Suffs on Broadway! See photos of the Congressional Gold Medal honoree with members of the cast and more. You can learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
SUFFS Will Offer Discount Tickets Aimed at Mobilizing Young Voters Photo
SUFFS Will Offer Discount Tickets Aimed at Mobilizing Young Voters
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2024

Broadway musical Suffs has announced a new slate of ticketing initiatives focused on mobilizing young voters ahead of the election. These new ticket offers are now in effect and will be valid through the November 5 election:
Photos & Video: SUFFS Honors 104th Anniversary of the Ratification of the 19th Amendm Photo
Photos & Video: SUFFS Honors 104th Anniversary of the Ratification of the 19th Amendment
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024

See photos and video from Suffs' celebration honoring the 104th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment!
Video: SUFFS Hosts Roll Call With Representatives from the 36 States that Ratified 19 Photo
Video: SUFFS Hosts Roll Call With Representatives from the 36 States that Ratified 19th Amendment
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 25, 2024

On Saturday, August 24th, Suffs hosted a special performance in partnership with the League of Women Voters that featured a roll call including representatives from all 36 states that ratified the 19th Amendment. Watch the full roll call in the video here!
Video: Emily Skinner Sings 'A Letter From Harry's Mother' in SUFFS Photo
Video: Emily Skinner Sings 'A Letter From Harry's Mother' in SUFFS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2024

Watch Emily Skinner sing 'A Letter From Harry's Mother' in SUFFS on Broadway!
SUFFS Will Celebrate Women's Equality Day and the Ratification of the 19th Amendment Photo
SUFFS Will Celebrate Women's Equality Day and the Ratification of the 19th Amendment With Events
by Stephi Wild - Aug 16, 2024

From August 18-26, Broadway’s two-time Tony Award winning musical Suffs will celebrate the 104th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, as well as Women’s Equality Day (August 26), through a series of activations in and outside of the Music Box Theatre. Plus, watch a video of Emily Skinner performing 'A Letter from Harry’s Mother'!
WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL Film Removed From PBS Schedule Photo
WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL Film Removed From PBS Schedule
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 1, 2024

The recording of Waitress: The Musical, starring Sara Bareilles has been removed from the 2024 PBS lineup. It was previously set to air on PBS Great Performances.
WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL Film to Air on PBS GREAT PERFORMANCES Later This Year Photo
WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL Film to Air on PBS GREAT PERFORMANCES Later This Year
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2024

The recording of Waitress: The Musical, starring Sara Bareilles is set to air on PBS Great Performances on Friday, November 15, at 9 p.m. ET. The filmed capture previously appeared in theaters last December and is also available to rent and purchase on digital platforms.
Photos: SUFFS Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway Photo
Photos: SUFFS Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway
by Lauren Hilton - Jul 15, 2024

Shaina Taub's Tony-winning musical, Suffs, just celebrated its 100th performance on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre. See photos of the company's celebration here.
SUFFS Interrupted By Demonstrators Calling the Show 'A White Wash' Photo
SUFFS Interrupted By Demonstrators Calling the Show 'A White Wash'
by Team BWW - Jul 3, 2024

A performance of SUFFS was interrupted by demonstrators holding a banner in one of the boxes at the Music Box Theatre. The banner read 'SUFFS is a whitewash' and was coupled with chants urging the show to be cancelled.
Video: Jenn Colella Talks Tony Noms for SUFFS and Why the Show Resonates Today Photo
Video: Jenn Colella Talks Tony Noms for SUFFS and Why the Show Resonates Today
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 11, 2024

Jenn Colella, who plays suffragette Carrie Catt in the hit musical Suffs, recently stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the show, which has received 6 Tony nominations. In the interview, she recalled celebrating the nominations and went on to highlight how, even though the story takes place 100 years ago, the themes still resonate today. Watch the full interview!
SUFFS Releases New Block of Tickets Through January 5 Photo
SUFFS Releases New Block of Tickets Through January 5
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2024

Suffs has released a new block of tickets on sale now! Tickets for the 6x Tony-nominated musical are now on sale through January 5, 2025.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Anastacia McCleskey been in?

Anastacia McCleskey has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Anastacia McCleskey been in?

Anastacia McCleskey has not appeared in the West End.

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