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BIO

Broadway credits include: Sister Act, Hairspray (Seaweed), Cry-Baby (Dupree) and Tarzan (Terk). Other credits include Dreamgirls (Jimmy Early - National Tour), The Jackie Wilson Story (Jeff, AUDELCO, BTAA and Black Excellence Awards), Shrek (Donkey), Scapin, Hairspray the Movie and performing for Michael Jackson. Chester has a BFA from Columbia Chicago.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2019
Papa Longstreet

[US Tour]
Second US National Tour, 2017
Berry Gordy

[Broadway]
Broadway Return Engagement, 2016
Berry Gordy

[US Tour]
US National Tour, 2014
Berry Gordy [Replacement]

[US Tour]
US National Tour, 2012
Eddie Souther [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Eddie

[US Tour]
Touring Revival, 2009
James "Thunder" Early

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Dupree

[New York]
Workshop, 2007
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Terk

[New York]
Reading, 2005
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Seaweed J. Stubbs [Replacement]

Seaweed J. Stubbs [Replacement]

[New York]
Reading, 2005
Performer


Movies

Revival
[ 2018 ] Groom

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Visiting Production

Chester GregorySister Act The Kennedy Center

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Chester Gregory, Sister Act

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News


Kings of Soul Perform With the Long Beach Symphony Next Month

Get ready to experience the timeless sounds of legendary soul music powered by your Long Beach Symphony! The 'Kings of Soul' brings together the greatest hits from the most iconic Motown artists at the Long Beach Arena on Saturday, November 2nd at 7:30PM.
Review: International Black Theatre Festival Noon-Day Press Conference

The IBTF's Noon-Day Press Conference is one of my favorite events because it presents a snapshot of the planned activities for the week with a star-studded roster of theatre professionals.
 North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival

 North Carolina Black Repertory Company has announced the mainstage program for its 18th biennial International Black Theatre Festival, taking place July 29-August 3 in Winston-Salem, NC.
Jessica Vosk, Telly Leung, and More Set For NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS Benefit Concert Tonight at Joe's Pub

Arts Ignite's annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, will return tonight! The concert will take place Monday, December 11 at 7:00 PM at Joe’s Pub at The Public in New York City.  Get your tickets now!
Herb Smith Conducts The No Name Pops in Their Debut in Verizon Hallat the Kimmel Cultural Campus, October 28

The No Name Pops will have their debut performance at the Kimmel Cultural Campus at the end of this month when they present Let's Groove Tonight: Motown and The Philly Sound. The performances will take place on October 28 at 3 and 8pm in Verizon Hall.
Westport Country Playhouse Brings To Its Stage FIRST LADY OF SONG: CHERISE COACHES SINGS ELLA FITZGERALD

Westport Country Playhouse will bring to its stage, “First Lady of Song: Cherise Coaches Sings Ella Fitzgerald,” for a one-week run, from Friday, October 27 through Sunday, November 5.
LET'S GROOVE TONIGHT Concert From No Name Pops to Be Held at The Kimmel Center in October

Let's Groove Tonight: Motown and The Philly Sound! is the first Kimmel Center concert performed by the No Name Pops, composed of the former musicians of the Philly POPS. It will take place on October 28 at 3 and 8 p.m. in Verizon Hall.
freeFall Theatre Celebrates Motown With Chester Gregory In A MOTOWN CELEBRATION

freeFall Theatre Company’s 2023/2024 season opens with an all-new musical revue that celebrates the hits of such legendary artists as The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Jackie Wilson and many others.
Interview: Josh Strickland on His Final Time in TARZAN

Josh Strickland originated the title role in Disney’s TARZAN on Broadway in 2006 and has since been the iconic voice of the character as the musical has lived on through the fan favorite cast album and licensing around the world. Now the star returns to TARZAN through October 21, 2023 at Tuacahn.  Josh Strickland happily sat down with BroadwayWorld near the Tuacahn Amphitheatre to discuss his long association with the show from audition to Broadway to Germany, and now in what he calls his “last hurrah” at Tuacahn.
No Name Pops Reveals Kimmel Center Performances

The No Name Pops, composed of the former musicians of the Philly POPS, announced today that they will be performing their first shows at the Kimmel Center.
Sarasota Orchestra Closes 22-23 Season with Sizzling Final Programs in May

Sarasota Orchestra concludes its season with pizzazz. The Orchestra returns to the Orioles' Ed Smith Stadium for the 10th anniversary of Outdoor Pops, this time with a Motown theme. Acclaimed guitar virtuoso Bokyung Byun makes her Sarasota Orchestra debut in the final Discoveries series concert of the year, performing the Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez.
The RPO Announces Final 2022-23 Season Concerts

The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) will close its 99th season with one of the greatest symphonies of all time – Mahler's  “Resurrection” – on Thursday, June 1 at 7:30 PM and Saturday, June 3 at 8 PM in Kodak Hall.
Elizabeth Stanley, Zachary Noah Piser & More to Star in NEW YORK CITY CHRISTMAS at Joe's Pub

The event of the year is back! Arts Ignite has announced the return of its annual benefit concert, New York City Christmas: A Concert to Benefit Arts Ignite, taking place on Monday, December 12 at 7:00 PM at Joe's Pub at The Public in New York City.
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre Announces HIGHER AND HIGHER with Chester Gregory and More for Fall Lineup

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced its new lineup of comedy, tribute concerts, Theatre for Young Audiences performances, holiday shows, and more, playing thru December 2022.
Metropolis Announces Fall 2022 Presented Series Lineup

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre has announced their new lineup of comedy, tribute concerts, cabaret performances, dance and more, playing September and October, 2022.
SUMMER OF LOVE, THE HITS FROM 1967 & MORE Announced At Metropolis

The music of the sixties and more come alive at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre with Summer of Love, The Hits from 1967 & More June 26, 2022.
Metropolis Welcomes BIG SUIT: A TRIBUTE TO TALKING HEADS

Enjoy a night of American rock music at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre with BiG SUiT: A Tribute to Talking Heads June 24, 2022.
LIZ CALLAWAY: BROADWAY AND BEYOND is Coming to Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

Enjoy the music of theatre with Liz Callaway: Broadway and Beyond at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre June 23, 2022.
Metropolis Presents Lionel Richie Tribute, ALL NIGHT LONG

Recreating all the hit songs of a living music legend, Lionel Richie, is Gregory James and the “All Night Long Show Band.” Together they capture the look and sound of a true Lionel Richie concert. With painstaking attention to detail, this band has recreated the perfect soundtrack for an unforgettable Lionel Richie experience.
HIGHER AND HIGHER: A Rock 'n Soul Party With Chester Gregory Comes to Metropolis

Enjoy the music and legacy of Motown and more with Higher and Higher: A Rock 'n Soul Party with Chester Gregory, presented by Artists Lounge Live at Metropolis Performing Arts Centre June 17, 2022.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Chester Gregory been in?

Chester Gregory has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Chester Gregory been in?

Chester Gregory has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Chester Gregory been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Actor, Visiting Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Sister Act The Kennedy Center and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sister Act.

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