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BIO

Credits: Motown: The Musical (Smokey Robinson *Tony Nomination; Best Featured Actor in a Musical), Broadway and West End; Jersey Boys (Barry Belson & others), Broadway and Las Vegas; Sister Act (Sweaty Eddie u/s, TJ u/s), Original Broadway Cast; Walmartopia, (Pearson/Lawrence), Off-Broadway; Hair (HUD), European Tour. Television: “Madam Secretary,” “Evil,” “FBI.” Proud Graduate: University of Southern California School of Dramatic Arts.



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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Steve Pieters

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Smokey Robinson

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Darin / Pearson / Zeb (Understudy)


Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Charl Brown, Motown The Musical

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News


Charl Brown, Adam Grupper, and Mauricio Martinez Join JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025

The leading men who will be joining Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe this summer in JOY: A New True Musical have been revealed! See who is starring in the production and learn more here.
Video: ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE World Premiere with Patrick Page, Charl Brown, Paige Davis and More!
by Rachel Stone - Mar 8, 2025

In honor of International Women’s Day, BroadwayWorld, in association with Pass the Salt Productions is thrilled to present the short musical film, ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE. Executive producer and co-creator Sarah Bierstock joined forces with director and co-creator Desiree Abeyta to showcase an all-star Broadway cast featuring J. Max Baker (One Christmas Carol), Charl Brown (Tammy Faye), Kristy Cates (Wicked), Paige Davis (Chicago), Kim Berrios Lin (Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin), Miranda Plant Byers (Love, Medea), Christiane Noll (Dear Evan Hansen),  Zal Owen (Harmony), Andrew O’Shanick (Harmony), Shina Ann Morris (Spamalot), Patrick Page (Hadestown).  The film is rounded out by an all-female powerhouse producing team of Miranda Plant Byers, Jennifer Diamond, Jennifer Piech Pasbjerg, and Danielle Lemberg (Seward and Kissel, LLP).  
Photos: ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE Celebrates Advanced Screening
by Rachel Stone - Mar 7, 2025

The cast, crew, and sponsors gathered at the Triad Theater to celebrate the wrap party and advanced screening of the short musical film ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE! Executive producer and co-creator Sarah Bierstock, of Pass the Salt Productions, was joined by director and co-creator Desiree Abeyta, along with a room full of enthusiastic producers, including Miranda Plant Byers, Jennifer Diamond, Jennifer Piech Pasbjerg, and sponsor Danielle Lemberg (Seward and Kissel, LLP).
Photos: Inside BTC's 2nd Annual BUILDING THE CHANGE Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025

On Monday, BTC held its 2nd Annual “Building the Change” Gala at the Rainbow Room in New York City. The evening honored Phylicia Rashad. See photos from the event here!
Anika Poitier and David Belafonte to Join BTC 'Building the Change' Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2025

Anika Poitier, daughter of Sidney Poitier, and David Belafonte, son of Harry Belafonte, will attend the 2nd Annual BTC “Building the Change” Gala as special guests. Learn more about the gala and see how to attend.
Anika Noni Rose, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL Cast and More to Perform at BTC Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025

BTC will host its 2nd Annual Gala on Monday, March 3, 2025, in New York City at the Rainbow Room. The evening will include special performances by Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose. Learn more and see how to attend.
Phylicia Rashad, Luis A. Miranda & More to be Honored at BTC 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2025

BTC will honor Phylicia Rashad, Luis A. Miranda, Jr. and more at its 2nd Annual “Building the Change” Gala. Learn more about the gala and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside Classic Stage Company's 2024 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 20, 2024

Classic Stage Company presented their 2024 Gala, honoring Tony Award winner Nikki M. James and 11-time Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Directed by Daniel Goldstein, CSC’s 2024 Gala was hosted by Tony Award nominee Jenn Collela and Tony Award nominee Michael James Scott.
Tituss Burgess, Norm Lewis & More Join Classic Stage Company 2024 GALA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2024

Classic Stage Company has revealed the complete lineup of performers for their 2024 Gala, honoring Tony Award winner Nikki M. James and 11-time Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: TAMMY FAYE Cast Takes First Bows On Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 20, 2024

See photos from the first curtain call of Tammy Faye on Broadway! The production is now running at the Palace Theatre.
Meet the Cast of TAMMY FAYE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2024

The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!
TAMMY FAYE Will Offer Digital Lottery and Student Rush Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

Tammy Faye will offer a digital lottery and student rush tickets for its Broadway run as two ways to get discounted tickets to see the new Elton John musical at the Palace Theatre. Digital lottery and student rush tickets are now available.
Paige Davis, Christiane Noll & More to Star in ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE on International Women's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024

A star-studded Broadway cast, led by actor, writer, and producer Sarah Bierstock, came together to shoot the short musical film, All the World is a Stage, using the song, ‘S Wonderful, (Gershwin) to explore the unrealistic expectations society places on women.
Photos: The Cast of TAMMY FAYE Meets the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 3, 2024

The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE will begin preview performances on October 19th and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the newly refurbished Palace Theater. The show's company recently hosted their press event. Check out photos here!
Photos: Adam Lambert & Auliʻi Cravalho Celebrate Their CABARET Gala Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 29, 2024

Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho celebrated their gala opening night in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB on Thursday, September 26th and Broadway World was there to capture the festivities. Check out our photos below!
More Than 347,000 Attendees Visit The Muny's 106th Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024

The Muny has announced that more than 347,000 audience members attended performances in Forest Park as part of the theatre’s epic 106th season, which ran June 17-Aug. 25.
Full Cast Set For TAMMY FAYE, Starring Katie Brayben, Christian Borle, and Michael Cerveris
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2024

The full company has been set for the acclaimed Broadway-bound musical TAMMY FAYE. Learn more about the full cast here!
Video: Watch Nick Rashad Burroughs as James 'Thunder' Early in DREAMGIRLS at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

Watch footage of Nick Rashad Burroughs as James 'Thunder' Early in Dreamgirls at The Muny in the video here!
Video: Watch Footage of 'Steppin' to the Bad Side' from DREAMGIRLS at The Muny
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 29, 2024

Watch footage from 'Steppin' to the Bad Side' from The Muny's production of Dreamgirls in the video here!
Review: DREAMGIRLS at The Muny
by James Lindhorst - Jun 29, 2024

Tiffany Mann is magnificent in The Muny's DREAMGIRLS as Effie White. She is a powerhouse performer with riveting stage presence and gigantic voice. Her heartbroken, resentful, and bitter portrayal painted a determined Effie who would not be pushed aside.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Charl Brown been in?

Charl Brown has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Charl Brown been in?

Charl Brown has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Charl Brown been nominated for?

and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Motown The Musical.

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