Beth Leavel
Birth Place: Raleigh, NC, USA
Latest News on Beth Leavel:
Kerry Butler, Beth Leavel, Jelani Remy & More to Star in VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY Readings (Nov 20, 2024)
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center (Nov 18, 2024)
Videos You Missed This Week: TEETH, SWEPT AWAY, and More (Nov 1, 2024)
Kerry Butler, Beth Leavel, Jelani Remy & More to Star in VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY Readings (Nov 20, 2024)
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center (Nov 18, 2024)
Videos You Missed This Week: TEETH, SWEPT AWAY, and More (Nov 1, 2024)
BIO
Beth Leavel received Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and L.A. Drama Critics Awards for her performance as the title character in The Drowsy Chaperone. Lempicka is her 14th Broadway show, following notable turns in The Prom, Baby It’s You, Bandstand, Crazy for You, 42nd Street, and more. Regionally, Beth has performed some of the most iconic roles in musical theatre, including ‘Mama Rose’ in Gypsy at The Muny. She has dazzled and delighted sold-out audiences across America with her award-winning cabaret act. Film/TV credits include Ghosts of Christmas Always, “Walking Dead: World Beyond,” and the last episode of “E.R.” UNC-G alum, and proud recipient of the Human Rights Campaign (WCNY) Ally for Equality Award. This is for T.J., Sam, and Adam. www.bethleavel.net
Photos
Karen Ziemba, Dana Moore, Nikki Renée Daniels, Kate Baldwin, Michael Berresse, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Christine Ebersole, Beth Leavel, Alexandra Billings, Barbara Walsh, Stephen Bogardus
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
Ruth Gottschall, Michele Pawk, Thom Sesma, Santino Fontana, Michael Berresse, Jennifer Holliday, Nikki Renée Daniels, Kate Baldwin, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Christine Ebersole, Beth Leavel, Alexandra Billings, Ryan McCartan, Barbara Walsh, Stephen Bogardus, Norm Lewis, Marc Kudisch, Adriane Lenox, Isabel Keating, Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
Adriane Lenox, Klea Blackhurst, JoAnne M Hunter, Barbara Walsh, Ruth Gottschall, Margo Sappington, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Karen Ziemba, Beth Leavel, Michele Pawk, Harolyn Blackwell, Alexandra Billings, Bobbie Rhine, Kate Baldwin, Mamie Duncan-Gibbs, Nikki Renée Daniels, Dana Moore, Isabel Keating, Christine Ebersole, Christian Mark Gibbs
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
Jennifer Holliday, Nikki Renée Daniels, Kate Baldwin, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Christine Ebersole, Beth Leavel, Alexandra Billings (in background by Billings: Julie Benko & Ryan McCartan)
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
Jennifer Holliday, Nikki Renée Daniels, Kate Baldwin, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Christine Ebersole, Beth Leavel, Alexandra Billings (in background by Billings: Julie Benko & Ryan McCartan)
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
The Cast & Company of "Hadestown" & "Lempicka" including Rachel Chavkin, Beth Leavel, Eden Espinosa, Jordan Fisher, Andrew Samonsky, Phillip Boykin, Isa Briones, Jon Jon Briones, Amber Iman, George Abud, Natalie Joy Johnson, Composer Matt Gould, Nathaniel Stampley
Date:
03/21/2024
From: Photos: 48th Street is Renamed Chavkin Way For Rachel Chavkin
STAGE CREDITS
[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Playhouse World Premiere Production, 2015
Mrs. Adams
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Performer
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2001
Dorothy Brock [Replacement]
Maggie Jones (Standby)
Dorothy Brock (Standby)
Movies
42nd Street
[ 1986 ] Anytime Annie
[ 1986 ] Anytime Annie
This Is Where I Leave You
[ 2014 ] Renee
[ 2014 ] Renee
BANDSTAND: The Broadway Musical on Screen
[ 2018 ] Mrs. June Adams
[ 2018 ] Mrs. June Adams
TV Shows
Submissions Only
Val Reilly
Val Reilly
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!
Kevin Kline Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical
Beth LeavelAnnie
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone
winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone
Videos
Exclusive: Watch Eden Espinosa and Andrew Samonsky Sing 'Speed' in LEMPICKA
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2024
Video: Watch Highlights of Eden Espinosa and More in LEMPICKA on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 22, 2024
Exclusive: A Writer & His Muses- A Chat with LEMPICKA's Matt Gould & His Leading Ladies
by Robert Bannon - Mar 22, 2024
Video: Stars of LEMPICKA and HADESTOWN Gather to Celebrate Unveiling of Chavkin Way
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 21, 2024
Video: First Look At Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman And More In LEMPICKA On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
Video: Watch Lea Salonga Perform 'Love Who You Love' at BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 25, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside Opening Night Of Broadway-Bound THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA In Chicago
by Alan Henry - Aug 7, 2022
Photo/Video: Get A First Listen To The Songs Of THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA; Cast Meets The Press In Chicgo
by Alan Henry - Jul 13, 2022
VIDEO: Stars Unite to Celebrate 50 Years of Broadway at the Kennedy Center
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Feb 11, 2022
VIDEO: Audra McDonald & Will Swenson, Phillipa Soo & Steven Pasquale and More Talk Spectrum Originals Series THE BITE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 18, 2021
VIDEO: Watch Lesli Margherita, Brad Oscar, Patti LuPone & More in THE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS (THE MUSICAL!)...and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2021
TV: Beth Leavel Salutes First White House Rescue Dog, Major Biden, With A Song
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2021
Listen to a Sneak Peek of Beth Leavel's Fiction Podcast Debut on IN STRANGE WOODS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Get Sparklejollytwinklejingley with Scenes from ELF!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Dec 22, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Nobody Can Stop BANDSTAND at Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 16, 2020
News
Kerry Butler, Beth Leavel, Jelani Remy & More to Star in VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY Readings
Vape! The Grease Parody, a new musical by Catie Hogan & Sketchworks Comedy, starring Kerry Butler and more will have an industry reading. Learn more about the new parody!
Vape! The Grease Parody, a new musical by Catie Hogan & Sketchworks Comedy, starring Kerry Butler and more will have an industry reading. Learn more about the new parody!
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center
The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
Videos You Missed This Week: TEETH, SWEPT AWAY, and More
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 1, 2024 with videos from Teeth, Swept Away, and more!
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 1, 2024 with videos from Teeth, Swept Away, and more!
Feature: Monthly Quiz - How Well Do You Know Music Stars Born This Month?
How's your music trivia expertise? Try the Broadway World Cabaret Quiz of 'True or False' questions about music figures born in November.
How's your music trivia expertise? Try the Broadway World Cabaret Quiz of 'True or False' questions about music figures born in November.
Review: Beth Leavel is Next Level Sondheim at 54 Below
Beth Leavel, known best for her comedic talents, proved that she's up there with the best at singing Sondheim at her 54 Below show on 10/25 and 10/26. Ms Leavel is very deft at playing multiple emotions at the same time, which matches the trademark ambivalence of all of Sondheim’s best lyrics.
Beth Leavel, known best for her comedic talents, proved that she's up there with the best at singing Sondheim at her 54 Below show on 10/25 and 10/26. Ms Leavel is very deft at playing multiple emotions at the same time, which matches the trademark ambivalence of all of Sondheim’s best lyrics.
Gulfshore Playhouse Celebrates Grand Unveiling of the Baker Theatre and Education Center
On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Gulfshore Playhouse hosted the highly anticipated unveiling of its state-of-the-art Baker Theatre and Education Center.
On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Gulfshore Playhouse hosted the highly anticipated unveiling of its state-of-the-art Baker Theatre and Education Center.
Alfonso Casado debutará en Broadway como supervisor musical de OLD FRIENDS
El próximo 25 de marzo el Manhattan Theatre Club acogerá el concierto STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS, que pudo verse en Londres hace dos temporadas y que ahora llega a Nueva York con Alfonso Casado como Supervisor Musical, siendo este su debut en Broadway.
El próximo 25 de marzo el Manhattan Theatre Club acogerá el concierto STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS, que pudo verse en Londres hace dos temporadas y que ahora llega a Nueva York con Alfonso Casado como Supervisor Musical, siendo este su debut en Broadway.
Tony-Winner Beth Leavel To Appear At Franklin Performing Arts Company Gala
The Franklin Performing Arts Company will hold their annual Gala hosted by Broadway’s Ben Cameron (original cast of Wicked) on Saturday, November 9 at 6:00 pm at THE BLACK BOX.
The Franklin Performing Arts Company will hold their annual Gala hosted by Broadway’s Ben Cameron (original cast of Wicked) on Saturday, November 9 at 6:00 pm at THE BLACK BOX.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 23, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 23, 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 October 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Beth Leavel, Ryan McCartan, Gavin Lee & More Join STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS
Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the Broadway co-stars who will join two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga in Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the Broadway co-stars who will join two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga in Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theatre Raleigh Presents Award-Winning Play CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS
Theatre Raleigh has announced its upcoming production, 'Curse of the Starving Class' from Nov 6-17, 2024, at the Theatre Raleigh Arts Center in North Raleigh.
Theatre Raleigh has announced its upcoming production, 'Curse of the Starving Class' from Nov 6-17, 2024, at the Theatre Raleigh Arts Center in North Raleigh.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Oct. 21 to Oct. 27, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? 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 the cabaret convention, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jason Robert Brown.
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? 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 the cabaret convention, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jason Robert Brown.
See Beth Leavel, Linda Eder & More at 54 Below Next Week
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets to upcoming shows.
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets to upcoming shows.
54 Below to Launch 35 Below - Free Membership For Those 35 and Under
54 BELOW is launching 35 Below, a new free membership option for those ages 35 and under! Benefits include tickets at $35 (includes $4.50 in fees) or less for select shows, complimentary ticket offers throughout the year, and more to be announced! Learn more!
54 BELOW is launching 35 Below, a new free membership option for those ages 35 and under! Benefits include tickets at $35 (includes $4.50 in fees) or less for select shows, complimentary ticket offers throughout the year, and more to be announced! Learn more!
See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and More at 54 Below in October
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
LEMPICKA is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
The Broadway production of Lempicka, the new musical portrait celebrating the true story of artist Tamara de Lempicka, was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.
The Broadway production of Lempicka, the new musical portrait celebrating the true story of artist Tamara de Lempicka, was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.
Ana Gasteyer, Norbert Leo Butz & More to Join Broadway Votes & Joy To The Polls Concert
Broadway Votes will collaborate with Joy To The Polls to host a free concert. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway Votes will collaborate with Joy To The Polls to host a free concert. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photo: Exclusive First Look at Beth Leavel in Short Film MICROFOCUSING
Tony Winner Beth Leavel is among the cast of the recently wrapped family drama Microfocusing from Vivre La Vie Productions. Leavel plays “Trish,” a sharp-witted waitress who has a unique perspective on the unfolding lives of her patrons. Take a look at an exclusive photo of Leavel here!
Tony Winner Beth Leavel is among the cast of the recently wrapped family drama Microfocusing from Vivre La Vie Productions. Leavel plays “Trish,” a sharp-witted waitress who has a unique perspective on the unfolding lives of her patrons. Take a look at an exclusive photo of Leavel here!
Video: Watch Eden Espinosa's LEMPICKA Quick Changes in 'Tamara Tuesday' Series
Eden Espinosa is sharing behind the scenes videos from Lempicka in a new Instagram series! Watch now!
Eden Espinosa is sharing behind the scenes videos from Lempicka in a new Instagram series! Watch now!
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA
Watch Eden Espinosa Sing 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA in the video here!
Watch Eden Espinosa Sing 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA in the video here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Beth Leavel been in?
Beth Leavel has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has Beth Leavel been in?
Beth Leavel has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Beth Leavel been nominated for?
Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Prom, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Prom, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Prom, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Prom, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Baby It's You!, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Baby It's You!, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Baby It's You!, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Annie, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone.
What awards has Beth Leavel won?
Beth Leavel has received several prestigious awards, including: Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for The Drowsy Chaperone; Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Drowsy Chaperone; and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Drowsy Chaperone.
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