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BIO

Chandra Lee Schwartz is a stage and screen actress, singer, and all around funny lady. She began her career singing and dancing on Broadway in the revival of GYPSY directed by Sam Mendes, and along side the lovely Miss Bernadette Peters. She has performed in many Broadway shows and National Touring Companies. Most notably, Chandra played the role of Glinda in Wicked on Broadway and on the 1st National Tour. Chandra just began her film and TV career and can be seen on CROWDED (NBC) and Comedy Bang Bang (IFC).



She studied at AMDA college and conservatory in NYC and at the Groundlings school in L.A., where she currently resides. Chandra teaches Acting and Musical Theatre Audition classes and is available for private coaching.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Summer Stars Revival, 2008
Ensemble

[New York]
New York Musical Theatre Festival Production, 2006
Bulldog

[Las Vegas]
Las Vegas Production, 2006
Penny Pingleton

[New York]
New York Musical Theatre Festival Production, 2005
Megan

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Glinda [Replacement]

Glinda [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Glinda [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Hollywood Blonde

Agnes

Ensemble

June (Understudy)


News


Registration Closing Soon For Five Days Of Broadway At Segerstrom Center

Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced that enrollment is open for its acclaimed Five Days of Broadway musical theater camp.
Segerstrom Center's Five Days Of Broadway Camp Goes Virtual

Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced open enrollment has begun for its acclaimed Five Days of Broadway musical theater camp.
A Glinda Glossary: A Guide to the Fourteen Most Popular Ladies of WICKED Past

A whole lot happened in Oz before Dorothy dropped in, and Wicked has been telling that story to Broadway audiences for 15 years at the Gershwin Theatre. The milestone won't go by uncelebrated, as in just days, NBC will throw a joyous Halloween party for the ages, featuring songs from the blockbuster musical hit and a cavalcade of special guest stars, including Tony Award winners Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth. Additional guest performers include Ariana Grande, Adam Lambert, Ledisi, Pentatonix and the current Broadway company of 'Wicked.'.
Roundup: Check Out The Top Stories From Las Vegas You Might Have Missed This Week

Check out the top stories from Las Vegas you might have missed this week and more!
Broadway to the Rescue Presents THE BIG FAT CHRISTMAS SHOW to Benefit Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission

The largest cast of Broadway performers ever assembled in Los Angeles, with over 55 Broadway shows combined, will take the stage at the El Portal Theatre for Broadway to the Rescue's 3rd benefit concert for two spectacular nights on December 1 & 2, 2016 at 7PM. The Big Fat Christmas Show promises to be the must-attend event of the holiday season. 
Broadway to the Rescue Presents THE BIG FAT CHRISTMAS SHOW to Benefit Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission

The largest cast of Broadway performers ever assembled in Los Angeles, with over 55 Broadway shows combined, will take the stage at the El Portal Theatre for Broadway to the Rescue's 3rd benefit concert for two spectacular nights on December 1 & 2, 2016 at 7PM. The Big Fat Christmas Show promises to be the must-attend event of the holiday season. 
Katie Rose Clarke to Raise Funds for Art House Astoria in Concert at 54 Below

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Katie Rose Clarke on November 11th, at 9:30pm. Broadway leading lady Katie Rose Clarke returns to Feinstein's/54 Below for an intimate night of song to help raise money for Art House Astoria, a 510(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission of providing quality arts education to Queens and NYC communities.
Broadway Vets Set for Benefit Concert at El Portal Theater This Week

This Thursday, June 9th at the El Portal Theater in North Hollywood, an elite cast of Broadway veterans will take to the stage for a one-night only benefit concert performing numbers from the award-winning Broadway shows that put them on the map. 100% of the proceeds from this stellar night of song and dance will benefit the Hope of the Valley Rescue Mission. Panera Bread has graciously come on board to sponsor the evening.  Currently in rehearsals, the cast of over 50 Broadway performers, ensemble singers, and dancers is prepping for what is sure to be a thrilling night of theatre in Los Angeles.
BROADWAY TO THE RESCUE Benefit Set for El Portal Theater, 6/9

Just days before New York City gathers to honor Broadway at the 70th Annual Tony Awards, the best and brightest Broadway performers are being assembled to celebrate and give back right here in Los Angeles.
BWW Review: CAFE SOCIETY - An Almost Satisfying Coffee Break

The world premiere of Emmy-winning writer Peter Lefcourt 's CAFE SOCIETY deserves credit for attempting a hostage situation as a satisfying sitcom dramedy. A frequent collaborator, Terri Hanauer directs her game cast of seven. Kudos to Yee Eun Nam for her novel, innovative projection design utilizing the two huge menu boards as video screenshots of various text messages, incoming Caller IDs, web searches and TV news programs.
Photo Flash: First Look at CAFE SOCIETY, Opening Tomorrow at Odyssey Theatre

Five self-absorbed customers find themselves trapped together in Starbucks in the latest off-beat comedy from Emmy Award-winning writer Peter Lefcourt. Set around the corner in a West L.A. franchise, theworld premiere of Cafe Society, presented by Theatre Planners and directed byTerri Hanauer, opens as a guest production at the Odyssey Theatre on August 22.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Theatre Planners' CAFE SOCIETY at Odyssey Theatre

Five self-absorbed customers find themselves trapped together in Starbucks in the latest off-beat comedy from Emmy Award-winning writer Peter Lefcourt. Set around the corner in a West L.A. franchise, the world premiere of Cafe Society, presented by Theatre Planners and directed by Terri Hanauer, opens as a guest production at the Odyssey Theatre on August 22. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
Cast of WICKED National Tour Set for BC/EFA Benefit at The E Spot, 2/16

The highly acclaimed Los Angeles concert series TRIPLE THREAT starts its 2015 season on Monday Feb 16 in its new home at The E Spot in Studio City. Now in its second year, Michael-Leon Wooley will once again be the host and creative force behind the series that showcases the best of Broadway as performed by 'triple threat' Broadway performers who are now living and working in L.A.
BWW Reviews: WICKED Defies Gravity Once Again Now Thru September 14th

Glinda and Elphaba have flown into San Jose to appear in Wicked and have broken box office records at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts, grossing $1,516,245 during the first week of its three-week engagement. The two witches will be in town (along with a phenomenal cast) through September 14 only so get your tickets now before somebody drops a house on you. Hodges & Hodges are seasoned Wicked audience viewers, but we're here to tell you that this company is spectacular and you're in for a wonderful night of theatre at Broadway San Jose.
WAKE UP with BWW 7/29/14 - WICKED Welcomes New Stars, Tamblyn Gets 'PRETTY', LIFE IS A MUSICAL in Long Island and More!

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: The National Tour of WICKED welcomes a new 'Glinda' and 'Boq' this evening, Amber Tamblyn takes the stage at the Geffen, Jessica Grove is back in her fins as 'Ariel' in NC, and MY LIFE IS A MUSICAL (don't we all wish?) premieres in Long Island!
WAKE UP with BWW 7/15/14 - Jenkins Back in NEWSIES, LADY DAY & HEDWIG on the Shelves, Menzel Goes MLB and More!

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? Today's big news: Capathia Jenkins returns to NEWSIES as 'Medda', we can add two new Original Cast Recordings to our collection -- LADY DAY and HEDWIG -- and Idina Menzel performs at tonight's MBL All-Star Game!
Sharon Wilkins, Darren Ritchie & More Set for TRIPLE THREAT Concert Series at Vitello's Jazz and Supperclub, 5/19

On May 19, 2014, Vitello's Jazz and Supperclub presents Triple Threat, a monthly Broadway concert series, featuring some of LA's finest Broadway talent. This theme for this month's concert is Disney, and will feature Broadway singers performing songs from both Disney movies and musicals. Hosted by the voice of Louis the Alligator from Disney's The Princess and the Frog, Michael-Leon Wooley (Little Shop of Horrors, Five Guys Named Moe, The Music Man), the concert will feature performers Sharon Wilkins (Seussical, The Life, All Shook Up), J. Elaine Marcos (Annie, A Chorus Line, Priscilla: Queen of the Desert), Darren Ritchie (Dracula, Wonderland, Les Miserables), Rhett George (Sweet Charity, Memphis, Aida), Eric B. Anthony (The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Hairspray), Chandra Lee Schwartz (Gypsy, Wicked), Stephanie Fredricks (Wonderful Town), Anne Letscher (Fiddler on the Roof), Daniel May (Flower Drum Song), Haviland Stillwell (Les Miserables, Fiddler on the Roof), Deedee Magno Hall (Miss Saigon), and Michelle Loucadoux (The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Beauty and the Beast).
Standing Room Only Presents a Special Disney Themed Evening, September 9

For one night only, we will be welcoming all things Disney. Featuring songs from the Disney songbook and talent from Disney animated features, musicals, and TV shows, it's a night not to be missed.
Chandra Lee Schwartz and More Set for STANDING ROOM ONLY: VARIETY HOUR Disney Show, 9/9

Standing Room Only: Variety Hour presents a special Disney themed evening Monday, September 9. For one night only, we will be welcoming all things Disney. Featuring songs from the Disney songbook and talent from Disney animated features, musicals, and TV shows, it's a night not to be missed.
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