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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

The Golden Apple The Golden Apple
[New York]
Encores! Production, 2017
Mrs. Juniper
Madame Calypso
The Sound of Music The Sound of Music
[US Tour]
2015 National Tour, 2015
The Mother Abbess
The Sound of Music Live! The Sound of Music Live!
[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2013
Ensemble
Mary Poppins Mary Poppins
[US Tour]
National Tour, 2009
Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins Mary Poppins
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins [Replacement]
On the Record
[US Tour]
World Premiere, 2004
Kristen
On the Record
[New York]
Workshop (i), 2004
Performer
Beauty and the Beast Beauty and the Beast
[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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Video: Broadway Takes Over Disney World For EPCOT's Festival of the Arts Photo
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 Photo
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 Photo
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 Photo
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 Photo
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 Photo
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 'Elevati Photo
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.
Video: ELF THE MUSICAL Cast Performs Musical Medley on THE VIEW Photo
Video: ELF THE MUSICAL Cast Performs Musical Medley on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2024

Get in the holiday spirit with a performance from Elf the Musical! Grey Henson, Ashley Brown, Kayla Davion, and Kai Edgar joined The View on Thursday to perform a medley from the show, which is now running on Broadway.
ELF THE MUSICAL Cast to Perform on THE VIEW Tomorrow Photo
ELF THE MUSICAL Cast to Perform on THE VIEW Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2024

The cast of Broadway's Elf will appear on The View tomorrow, December 5 to perform from the holiday musical, currently playing a limited engagement at the Marquis Theatre.
Video: Sean Astin Discusses Duality of Roles in Broadway's ELF Photo
Video: Sean Astin Discusses Duality of Roles in Broadway's ELF
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2024

Sean Astin is embracing the 'Santa phase' of his career. Astin is making his Broadway debut as Santa Claus in the new production of Elf and he recently visited Good Morning America to discuss his experience in the holiday musical.
Video: Ashley Brown Performs 'A Spoonful of Sugar' from MARY POPPINS Photo
Video: Ashley Brown Performs 'A Spoonful of Sugar' from MARY POPPINS
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 27, 2024

On Wednesday, Broadway performer Ashley Brown visited Good Morning America for a special performance of 'A Spoonful of Sugar.' in celebration of Mary Poppin's 60th anniversary. Watch it now!
Video: Good Morning America Offers Sneak Peek of ABC's MARY POPPINS Special Photo
Video: Good Morning America Offers Sneak Peek of ABC's MARY POPPINS Special
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 26, 2024

On Wednesday, ABC will premiere “The Untold Story of Mary Poppins: A Special Edition of 20/20.' Ahead of its airing, Good Morning America has previewed clips from the special, featuring new interviews with Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 23, 2024 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 23, 2024
by - Nov 25, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 25, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, & More to Appear in MARY POPPINS ABC Special Photo
Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, & More to Appear in MARY POPPINS ABC Special
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 22, 2024

ABC presents a two-night special event commemorating the 60th anniversary of Walt Disney’s motion picture, Mary Poppins. “Good Morning America” will also air a special performance from Broadway’s Ashley Brown, on Wednesday, Nov. 27. 
Video: Inside Opening Night of ELF with Grey Henson, Sean Astin & More Photo
Video: Inside Opening Night of ELF with Grey Henson, Sean Astin & More
by Joey Mervis - Nov 21, 2024

Elf just celebrated its opening night on Broadway and BroadwayWorld was there! Watch more from the cast and creative team in this video.
Patti Murin, John Riddle, Caissie Levy & More Set for 2025 EPCOT DISNEY ON BROADWAY C Photo
Patti Murin, John Riddle, Caissie Levy & More Set for 2025 EPCOT DISNEY ON BROADWAY Concert Series
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2024

Patti Murin, John Riddle, Caissie Levy, Jelani Remy, Adam Jacobs, Josh Strickland, Ashley Brown, Alton Fitzgerald White, Michael James Scott, and more have joined the 2025 Disney on Broadway Concert Series at EPCOT for 2025.
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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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