Carolee Carmello
Birth Place: Albany, NY, USA
Latest News on Carolee Carmello:
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Seattle Next Month (Dec 13, 2024)
Review: Carolee Carmello as KIMBERLY AKIMBO at the Eccles Theater is a Treat (Dec 11, 2024)
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Gammage Auditorium (Dec 6, 2024)
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Seattle Next Month (Dec 13, 2024)
Review: Carolee Carmello as KIMBERLY AKIMBO at the Eccles Theater is a Treat (Dec 11, 2024)
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Gammage Auditorium (Dec 6, 2024)
BIO
A three-time Tony Award nominee, Ms. Carmello is thrilled to take on the iconic Stepmother in Bad Cinderella, her 16th Broadway show! Broadway audiences have seen her perform as John Dickinson in the Roundabout revival of 1776; as Mae Tuck in Tuck Everlasting; Mrs. du Maurier in Finding Neverland (Drama Desk nomination); Aimee Semple McPherson in Scandalous (Tony & Drama Desk nominations); Mother Superior in Sister Act; Alice Beineke in The Addams Family (Drama Desk & Outer Critics Circle nominations); Donna in Mamma Mia!; Gabrielle in Lestat (Tony & Drama Desk nominations); Ms. Pennywise in Urinetown; Kate in Kiss Me, Kate; Marguerite in The Scarlet Pimpernel; Lucille Frank in Parade (Tony nomination & Drama Desk Award); Abigail Adams in 1776 (in the 1997 revival); Cordelia in Falsettos; and as Oolie in City of Angels.
Ms. Carmello’s Off-Broadway credits include John and Jen, Das Barbecü, I Can Get It for You Wholesale, Hello Again (Obie Award), A Class Act, The Vagina Monologues, Elegies, and Mrs. Lovett in the critically acclaimed Sweeney Todd at the Barrow Street Theatre. Her screen credits include “Dopesick,” “Evil,” “The Deuce,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “The Good Fight,” “Madam Secretary,” “Smash,” “Law and Order: SVU,” “Frasier,” “Ed,” “Indoor Boys” (Indie Series Award), and “Remember W.E.N.N.” (SAG Award nomination). She recently toured the U.S. as Dolly Levi in Hello, Dolly!, and her concert appearances have taken her across America and Europe, including engagements at Lincoln Center, Town Hall, and Carnegie Hall.
Photos
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(Back Row L to R): Marina Pires, Lesli Margherita, Carolee Carmello, Kamille Upshaw, Shereen Ahmed, Lucia Giannetta, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Elizabeth Stanley, Michelle Veintimilla (Middle Row L to R): Allison Blackwell, Georgina Pazcoguin, Dylis Croman, Jen Sese, Paloma Garcia-Lee, Director/ Choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler (Front Row L to R): Morgan Marcell, Yani Marin, Haley Fish, Charlie Firlik, Steven Pasquale, Sasha Hutchings
Date:
07/24/2024
From: Photos: Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center Meets the Press
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(Back Row L to R): Marina Pires, Lesli Margherita, Carolee Carmello, Kamille Upshaw, Shereen Ahmed, Lucia Giannetta, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Elizabeth Stanley, Michelle Veintimilla (Middle Row L to R): Allison Blackwell, Georgina Pazcoguin, Dylis Croman, Jen Sese, Paloma Garcia-Lee, Director Choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler (Front Row L to R): Morgan Marcell, Yani Marin, Haley Fish, Charlie Firlik, Steven Pasquale, Sasha Hutchings
Date:
07/24/2024
From: Photos: Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center Meets the Press
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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
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
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
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Transfer from London Production, 2016
Mrs. Lovett [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Madame du Maurier [Replacement]
Madame du Maurier
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Donna Sheridan [Replacement]
Donna Sheridan [Replacement]
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]
Performer [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Marguerite St. Just [Replacement]
Marguerite St. Just [Replacement]
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1994
Gutrune
Gutrune/Freia/et al
Freia
Ensemble
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1989
Margaret
Stand-In
Donna [Replacement]
Oolie [Replacement]
Alaura Kingsley (Understudy)
Bobbi (Understudy)
Carla Haywood (Understudy)
Gabby (Understudy)
Movies
I Will Avenge You, Iago!
[ 2005 ] Amy
[ 2005 ] Amy
Estella Scrooge: A Christmas Carol with a Twist
[ 2020 ] Marla Havisham
[ 2020 ] Marla Havisham
TV Shows
Indoor Boys
Ellen
Ellen
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Brendan's Birth Mother, Sylvia Price
Brendan's Birth Mother, Sylvia Price
Remember WENN
Maple LaMarsh
Maple LaMarsh
The Good Fight
Judge Eve Sebald
Judge Eve Sebald
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Carolee Carmello, Finding Neverland
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Carolee Carmello, Scandalous
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Carolee Carmello, Scandalous
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Carolee Carmello, The Addams Family
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Carolee Carmello, The Addams Family
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Carolee Carmello, Lestat
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Carolee Carmello, Parade
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Actress - Musical
Carolee Carmello, Parade
winner
Obie Awards - 1994 - Performance
Carolee Carmello, Hello Again
Videos
Video: Watch Carolee Carmello & the KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour's First Curtain Call
by Michael Major - Sep 24, 2024
Video: Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil Sing 'Now' at KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour Sitzprobe
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 1, 2024
Video: Steven Pasquale, Lesli Margherita, and More in NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Joshua Wright - Aug 8, 2024
Video: Hear From Steven Pasquale, Elizabeth Stanley & More From the Cast of NINE at the Kennedy Center
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jul 29, 2024
Video: BAD CINDERELLA Performs 'It Has to Be Her' & the Title Song on TODAY
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2023
VIDEO: Crystal Lucas-Perry Releases 'With A Me' Inspired by Her Journey as John Adams in 1776
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2022
VIDEO: See Highlights From SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Paper Mill Playhouse!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2021
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Starring Carolee Carmello, Roman Banks & More at Paper Mill
by Alan Henry - Oct 13, 2021
Exclusive: See Betsy Wolfe, Patrick Page, Carolee Carmello, and More in an All New Trailer For ESTELLA SCROOGE
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Betsy Wolfe, Danny Burstein & More in Trailer for ESTELLA SCROOGE; Tickets Available Tomorrow!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 16, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Carolee Carmello Makes a Joyful Noise in SCANDALOUS in 2012
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 26, 2020
News
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Seattle Next Month
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will make its Seattle premiere at The Paramount Theatre in January 2025. Learn more about the upcoming production here and find out how to get tickets!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will make its Seattle premiere at The Paramount Theatre in January 2025. Learn more about the upcoming production here and find out how to get tickets!
Review: Carolee Carmello as KIMBERLY AKIMBO at the Eccles Theater is a Treat
The national tour of Best Musical Tony winner KIMBERLY AKIMBO, currently playing at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City, is darkly funny and lightly sad, anchored by three-time Tony nominee Carolee Carmello’s astounding interpretation of the title role. What a treat for Utah audiences to experience a performance of this caliber from a Broadway star.
The national tour of Best Musical Tony winner KIMBERLY AKIMBO, currently playing at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City, is darkly funny and lightly sad, anchored by three-time Tony nominee Carolee Carmello’s astounding interpretation of the title role. What a treat for Utah audiences to experience a performance of this caliber from a Broadway star.
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Gammage Auditorium
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the 2023 Tony Winner for Best Musical now visiting Gammage Auditorium, manages something remarkable - it finds the bittersweet spot between life's joys and sorrows, letting both exist without cancelling each other out. In an era where musicals often rely on spectacle and flash to make their mark, KIMBERLY AKIMBO succeeds through pure storytelling muscle and emotional authenticity.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the 2023 Tony Winner for Best Musical now visiting Gammage Auditorium, manages something remarkable - it finds the bittersweet spot between life's joys and sorrows, letting both exist without cancelling each other out. In an era where musicals often rely on spectacle and flash to make their mark, KIMBERLY AKIMBO succeeds through pure storytelling muscle and emotional authenticity.
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Curran Theatre
What did our critic think of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Curran Theatre!
What did our critic think of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Curran Theatre!
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Julie Jordan Is Gay with Marty Lauter aka Marcia Marcia Marcia
In this video, I am joined by Broadway performer and drag artist, Marty Lauter, also known as Marcia Marcia Marcia! A graduate of the Boston Conservatory, Marty made their Broadway debut as a vacation swing in Kinky Boots, eventually going on to launch to stardom on season 15 of the hit reality tv drag competition show, RuPaul's Drag Race as their drag persona, Marcia Marcia Marcia.
In this video, I am joined by Broadway performer and drag artist, Marty Lauter, also known as Marcia Marcia Marcia! A graduate of the Boston Conservatory, Marty made their Broadway debut as a vacation swing in Kinky Boots, eventually going on to launch to stardom on season 15 of the hit reality tv drag competition show, RuPaul's Drag Race as their drag persona, Marcia Marcia Marcia.
HOLIDAY REGARDS: A REVUE TO CELEBRATE Set for Winter Rhythms 2024 Series at Urban Stages
Winter Rhythms will present Holiday Regards: A Revue to Celebrate! as part of its “2024 Winter Rhythms” series, the award-winning music festival at Urban Stages Theater, on Saturday, December 7 at 3:00pm and Sunday, December 8 at 7:00pm.
Winter Rhythms will present Holiday Regards: A Revue to Celebrate! as part of its “2024 Winter Rhythms” series, the award-winning music festival at Urban Stages Theater, on Saturday, December 7 at 3:00pm and Sunday, December 8 at 7:00pm.
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Hollywood Pantages Theatre
The show is vibrant and candy-colored, featuring an earnest cohort of character actors perfectly placed into their roles, but with a stirring score by Jeanine Tesori and witty book by David Lindsay-Abaire, the piece is an instant classic of contemporary musical theatre.
The show is vibrant and candy-colored, featuring an earnest cohort of character actors perfectly placed into their roles, but with a stirring score by Jeanine Tesori and witty book by David Lindsay-Abaire, the piece is an instant classic of contemporary musical theatre.
Videos You Missed This Week: TAMMY FAYE, LEFT ON TENTH, and More
Catch up on all the latest from the week ending October 11, 2024 with videos from Left on Tenth, McNeal, and more!
Catch up on all the latest from the week ending October 11, 2024 with videos from Left on Tenth, McNeal, and more!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Los Angeles Next Week
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024.
Interview: Emily Koch's Excited KIMBERLY AKIMBO's Playing at Her Hometown's Pantages
Next up at the Pantages, the Tony Award-winning KIMBERLY AKIMBO opening October 15, 2024. Jessica Stone directs the cast of: Carolee Carmello, Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, Pierce Wheeler; with Sarah Lynn Marion, Regene Seven Odon, Marcus Phillips, Bailey Ryon, Brandon Springman and Valerie Wright. Got a chance to pepper Emily with some behind-the-scenes queries.
Next up at the Pantages, the Tony Award-winning KIMBERLY AKIMBO opening October 15, 2024. Jessica Stone directs the cast of: Carolee Carmello, Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, Pierce Wheeler; with Sarah Lynn Marion, Regene Seven Odon, Marcus Phillips, Bailey Ryon, Brandon Springman and Valerie Wright. Got a chance to pepper Emily with some behind-the-scenes queries.
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Broadway San Diego
'Kimberly Akimbo' brings teenage angst, youthful enthusiasm, and a little bit of ice skating and committing a felony to Broadway San Diego at the Civic Theatre through October 13, 2024.
'Kimberly Akimbo' brings teenage angst, youthful enthusiasm, and a little bit of ice skating and committing a felony to Broadway San Diego at the Civic Theatre through October 13, 2024.
Photo/Video: Carolee Carmello Leads KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the National Tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO. The production stars three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello as Kimberly, Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, and Pierce Wheeler.
BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the National Tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO. The production stars three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello as Kimberly, Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, and Pierce Wheeler.
Interview: Miguel Gil of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Broadway San Diego
Interview with Miguel Gil on bringing the Broadway blockbuster “Kimberly Akimbo” to Broadway San Diego October 8-13th!
Interview with Miguel Gil on bringing the Broadway blockbuster “Kimberly Akimbo” to Broadway San Diego October 8-13th!
Video: Carolee Carmello Is Scrabble Queen in This 1989 Game Show Appearance
Was the star of the Kimberly Akimbo tour born for anagrams? Watch in this video as Carolee (a 'singer') takes her shot in a 1989 episode of the game show.
Was the star of the Kimberly Akimbo tour born for anagrams? Watch in this video as Carolee (a 'singer') takes her shot in a 1989 episode of the game show.
Review Roundup: KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour
The national tour of Kimberly Akimbo, led by Carolee Carmello, is now underway! Read the reviews for the touring production of Kimberly Akimbo here!
The national tour of Kimberly Akimbo, led by Carolee Carmello, is now underway! Read the reviews for the touring production of Kimberly Akimbo here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 25, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 25, 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 September 25, 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 Carolee Carmello & the KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour's First Curtain Call
Carolee Carmello and the national tour of Kimberly Akimbo started their 'Great Adventure' in Denver over the weekend! Joining Carmello in the production is Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, and Pierce Wheeler. Watch the video!
Carolee Carmello and the national tour of Kimberly Akimbo started their 'Great Adventure' in Denver over the weekend! Joining Carmello in the production is Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, and Pierce Wheeler. Watch the video!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to BroadwaySF's Curran Theatre
The five-time Tony Award winning musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The five-time Tony Award winning musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil Sing 'Now' at KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour Sitzprobe
Watch Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil sing 'Now' during the Kimberly Akimbo North American Tour sitzprobe in the video here!
Watch Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil sing 'Now' during the Kimberly Akimbo North American Tour sitzprobe in the video here!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO To Have West Coast Debut At San Diego Civic Theatre
The acclaimed musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO makes its West Coast debut in San Diego. Discover the story of a teenager with a rare condition navigating high school and family challenges.
The acclaimed musical KIMBERLY AKIMBO makes its West Coast debut in San Diego. Discover the story of a teenager with a rare condition navigating high school and family challenges.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Carolee Carmello been in?
Carolee Carmello has appeared on Broadway in 18 shows.
How many West End shows has Carolee Carmello been in?
Carolee Carmello has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Carolee Carmello been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Finding Neverland, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Scandalous, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Scandalous, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Addams Family, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Addams Family, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Lestat, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Parade, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Parade and Performance (Obie Awards) for Hello Again.
What awards has Carolee Carmello won?
Carolee Carmello has won the Outstanding Actress - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for Parade and the Performance award at the Obie Awards for Hello Again.
Videos