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Ashley Brown

Birth Place: Gulf Breeze, FL, USA

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BIO

Broadway: originated Mary Poppins (Outer Critics, Drama League and Drama Desk nominations), Beauty and the Beast (Belle). Off-Broadway: How I Learned to Drive. National tours: Mary Poppins (Garland Award), The Sound of Music (Mother Abbess) and On the Record. Chicago Lyric: Oklahoma! (Laurey) and Showboat (Magnolia). Encores!: The Golden Apple (Mrs. Juniper/Madame Calypso). The Muny: The Sound of Music (Maria) and Cinderella (Marie/Fairy Godmother). Concert: Ragtime (Mother).

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STAGE CREDITS

[New York]
Encores! Production, 2017
Mrs. Juniper

Madame Calypso

[US Tour]
2015 National Tour, 2015
The Mother Abbess

[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2013
Ensemble

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2009
Mary Poppins

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Mary Poppins

Mary Poppins [Replacement]

[US Tour]
World Premiere, 2004
Kristen

[New York]
Workshop (i), 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Belle [Replacement]


Movies

Missing 48 Hours
[ 2011 ] Isabelle Megan Brown
The Breaking Point
[ 2014 ] Cindy Megan Brown
Unfolded
[ 2015 ] Megan Megan Brown
Sinister Seduction
[ 2019 ] Katie Harrison
Murder RX
[ 2020 ] Kara Daniels
Incantation
[ 2021 ] Anna Megan Brown
Not Alone
[ 2021 ] Jess Lawson
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It
[ 2021 ] Young Lorraine

Awards and Nominations


winner
Kevin Kline Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical

Ashley BrownThe Sound of Music

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Ashley Brown, Mary Poppins

Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical (tie)

Ashley Brown, Mary Poppins

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News


Review: Ashley Brown Was The Consummate Professional In MY FUNNY VALENTINE at The Green Room 42
by Analisa Bell - Mar 10, 2025

With Ryan Silverman bowing out due to illness, Brown had less than a day to come up with a solo show. But she proved the consummate professional by delivering a delightful set!
Review: ASHLEY BROWN Shocks With Surprise Solo Show at The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 8, 2025

Broadway's original Mary Poppins makes a rare cabaret performance and hits it out of the park. Catch her perfect in every way second night on March 8th at 7 pm.
Video: Women of Disney on Broadway Perform 'Anything Can Happen' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025

On Thursday, Disney on Broadway stars joined The View for a special performance in honor of Women's History Month, International Women's Day and Theatre in our Schools Month. Watch their performance of 'Anything Can Happen' from Mary Poppins!
Ashley Brown and Ryan Silverman Will Bring MY FUNNY VALENTINE to the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025

Broadway stars Ashley Brown and Ryan Silverman will join forces in “My Funny Valentine,” a program of beloved American Songbook standards and Broadway tunes at the Green Room 42.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 6, 2025
by - Mar 6, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 6, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Disney on Broadway Stars to Perform on THE VIEW for Women's History Month
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 5, 2025

On Thursday, March 6, The View is set to host a performance from the women of Disney on Broadway in honor of Women's History Month. Disney on Broadway alum Ashley Brown confirmed that she will be part of the performance in a post on Instagram.
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Mar. 4 to Mar. 10, 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 4, 2025

Looking for a fun show to see this week? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Norbert Leo Butz and Judy Collins.
Video: Kara Lindsay Surprised By Former NEWSIES For Disney World Reunion
by Michael Major - Feb 19, 2025

Kara Lindsay was surprised by some of her former Newsies co-stars for an impromptu reunion in Disney World. Watch the video of them performing 'King of New York' and 'Something to Believe In' with Adam Kaplan.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 1, 2025
by - Feb 3, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 3, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed pver the weekend.
Video: Broadway Takes Over Disney World For EPCOT's Festival of the Arts
by Michael Major - Jan 28, 2025

Disney on Broadway is taking over Disney World for EPCOT's International Festival of the Arts! Watch a video from inside – including concerts and a Disney on Broadway exhibit – with stars like Caissie Levy, Michael James Scott, Patti Murin, and more.
Disney On Broadway Stars To Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

THE BLACK BOX will present three Disney Stars of Broadway: Broadway’s original “Mary Poppins” Ashley Brown, current “Genie” Michael James Scott, and original “Tarzan” Josh Strickland on January 18th, 2025 at 7:00pm to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Franklin School for the Performing Arts.
3 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 4, 2025

Broadway says goodbye to three productions. Suffs takes its final bow at the Music Box Theatre following 24 previews and 301 regular performances; Back to the Future will conclude its run at the Winter Garden Theatre following 35 previews and 597 regular performances; and Elf ends its limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre after 8 previews and 57 regular performances.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Blackfriars Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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!
Exclusive: Watch Grey Henson Sing 'World's Greatest Dad' in ELF on Broadway
by Michael Major - Dec 23, 2024

Watch Tony Award nominee Grey Henson perform 'World's Greatest Dad' in Elf the Musical on Broadway! In the exclusive video, Buddy the Elf travels to New York City to find his long-lost father.
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; Blackfriars Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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!
Disney on Broadway Experience Coming to 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2024

Disney on Broadway is coming to EPCOT! During 2025's EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, Disney will debut a new walkthrough exhibit where visitors celebrate three decades of Disney on Broadway.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York Awards; SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET at Blackfriars Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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!
Twelve Days of Christmas: ELF's Ashley Brown & Sean Astin
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 14, 2024

The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. Day 2 features Ashley Brown and Sean Astin!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Central New York Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Central New York 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!
Women's Resource Center Releases Gender Equality Video Series As Part Of Its 'Elevating Women's Voices' Campaign
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 7, 2024

As part of its “Elevating Women's Voices” campaign, the Women's Resource Center (WRC) has launched a set of videos in partnership with E. Scott Osborne, a gender equality advocate and president of the nonprofit Through Women's Eyes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ashley Brown been in?

Ashley Brown has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Ashley Brown been in?

Ashley Brown has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ashley Brown been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for The Sound of Music, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mary Poppins and Outstanding Actress in a Musical (tie) (Drama Desk Awards) for Mary Poppins.

What awards has Ashley Brown won?

Ashley Brown won the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical award at the Kevin Kline Awards for her performance in The Sound of Music.

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