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Chilina Kennedy

Birth Place: Canada

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BIO

Chilina Kennedy recently played Elle in the one-woman play The Human Voice (filmed for Toronto’s Ontario International College) and starred as Dina in the International Tour of The Band’s Visit opposite Sasson Gabay (Toronto Theatre Critics’ Award). Broadway: Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (over 1200 performances) and Mary Magdalene in Des McAnuff’s Jesus Christ Superstar. Off-Broadway: originated the role of Binky in Stephen Trask and Peter Yanowitz’s This Ain’t No Disco (Atlantic Theater Company). 1st National Tour: Sophie in Mamma Mia! Film: With Me (BravoFact, NY Shorts and Whistler Film Festivals). Selected Regional: Phoebe in A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (CT and San Diego Critics' Circle Nominations), Evangeline in Evangeline (original production and album), Philia in Des McAnuff’s A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Toronto/Mirvish), Ross Petty’s Pantomime The Little Mermaid (Toronto Theatre Critics’ Award), three seasons at the Stratford Festival, three seasons at the Shaw Festival and The Lord of the Rings (World Premiere Mirvish/Toronto). Chilina is currently developing a show that she composed and co-wrote with Eric Holmes, Call It Love. She is also the Artistic Producer of Toronto’s Eclipse Theatre Company. www.chilinakennedy.com

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Myrtle Wilson [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Cindy

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Annie O'Brien

[US Tour]
US Tour, 2021
Dina

[Regional (US)]
A New Musical, 2018
Cindy

[Off-Broadway]
All-Female Staged Reading, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company World Premiere, 2018
Binky

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Carole King [Replacement]

Carole King [Replacement]

Carole King [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Mary Magdalene

[Toronto]
World Premiere, 2006
Ensemble

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2002
Sophie Sheridan


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Isabella Esler, Jake Epstein, Chilina Kennedy & More Will Star in LIFE AFTER in Toronto

The full cast and creative team for the new musical LIFE AFTER at CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre has just been announced. The new musical will play a limited engagement from Wednesday, April 16 – Sunday, May 4, 2025 as part of the 2024/25 Off-Mirvish Season. Check out who is joining the cast here!
Sara Chase Returns as Myrtle in THE GREAT GATSBY on Broadway

Original Broadway cast member Sara Chase returned to the Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s landmark novel The Great Gatsby last night, following her medical leave of absence. Learn more!
Photos: Chilina Kennedy, Jenn Colella And More Turn Out for WILD ABOUT YOU Album Release

Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions celebrated the release of Wild About You – World Premiere Recording: Deluxe Edition at Power Station on Sunday. See photos from the event.
Center Stage Records and Keaka Productions Present WILD ABOUT YOU World Premiere Recording: Deluxe Edition

The WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition, featuring music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy, is out today. The album includes two new tracks with performances by Eric McCormack, Ashley Loren, and Troy Iwata.
Jessica Vosk, Lea DeLaria & More Star in WILD ABOUT YOU Workshop & Presentation

A two week workshop of the new musical WILD ABOUT YOU, with music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy and book by Eric Holmes began this week in NYC. It will culminate in an invitation-only industry presentation. See who is starring and learn more about the show.
Chilina Kennedy to Continue as Myrtle in THE GREAT GATSBY for Two Additional Weeks

Chilina Kennedy will be starring as Myrtle in the Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s landmark novel The Great Gatsby for an additional two weeks. The production stars Jeremy Jordan, Eva Noblezada and more. Learn how to purchase tickets !
Keala Settle Will Lead the UK Premiere of FLY MORE THAN YOU FALL

Tony nominated Broadway star Keala Settle will lead the cast in the UK premiere of the new US musical Fly More Than You Fall at Southwark Playhouse Elephant from 18th October- 23rd November.
WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition Featuring Music And Lyrics By Chilina Kennedy to be Released

The WILD ABOUT YOU Deluxe Edition, featuring music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy, will be released in September.
New Musical WILD ABOUT YOU Sets Fall Developmental Workshop; Lili-Anne Brown to Direct

Keaka Productions, LLC (Brian Spector), producer of the new musical Wild About You by Chilina Kennedy and Eric Holmes, has announced the engagement of award-winning director Lili-Anne Brown and a two-week developmental workshop and industry presentations in late September/early October.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 10, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 10, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Chilina Kennedy to Step in as Myrtle in THE GREAT GATSBY This Summer

Chilina Kennedy (Beautiful, Paradise Square) will play the role of Myrtle beginning July 15 in the Broadway musical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s landmark novel The Great Gatsby. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
A SIGN OF THE TIMES Plays Final Performance Off-Broadway Today

A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other classic pop hits of the 1960s, will conclude its Off-Broadway run, as scheduled, with the matinee on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at New World Stages
A SIGN OF THE TIMES' Justin Matthew Sargent Takes Over Our Instagram Today

Follow along on our Instagram story as Justin Matthew Sargent takes you behind the scenes of A Sign of the Times, currently running New World Stages.
A SIGN OF THE TIMES Will Conclude its at New World Stages in June

A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other classic pop hits of the 1960s, will conclude its Off-Broadway run, as scheduled, with the matinee on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at New World Stages.
Chilina Kennedy and Jake Epstein Will Lead Premiere of THE LAST TIMBIT, Produced by Michael Rubinoff

'Come From Away' originating producer Michael Rubinoff will produce the new musical 'The Last Timbit' starring Chilina Kennedy and Jake Epstein, with music and lyrics by Anika Johnson and Britta Johnson and a book by Nick Green.
Listen: Chilina Kennedy On THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast

Broadway star Chilina Kennedy joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast for an inspiring and fun interview. The Beautiful: The Carole King musical lead discussed her new musical A Sign of the Times, finding your voice as an artist and more under the kindness sun. 
A SIGN OF THE TIMES' Justin Matthew Sargent Takes Over Our Instagram Today

Follow along on our Instagram story as Justin Matthew Sargent takes you behind the scenes of A Sign of the Times, currently running New World Stages.
Special Offer: WILD ABOUT YOU at Theatre Royal Drury Lane

WILD ABOUT YOU OFFERS SPECIAL BWW DISCOUNT FOR LONDON CONCERT SERIES (25 & 26 MARCH)
Video: Get a First Look at A SIGN OF THE TIMES at New World Stages

Get a first look at footage of A Sign of the Times, now playing Off-Broadway at New World Stages. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
A SIGN OF THE TIMES to Offer $19.65 Limited-Time In-Person Rush Tickets

Limited-time, in-person rush tickets are now available for A Sign of the Times. Learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Chilina Kennedy been in?

Chilina Kennedy has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Chilina Kennedy been in?

Chilina Kennedy has not appeared in the West End.

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