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Darlesia {Dar.lee.see.ah.} recently appeared on Broadway as Johanna in How to Dance in Ohio. Broadway: Erzulie in the Tony Award-winning revival of Once on This Island, Nettie in The Color Purple, Lottie Gee in Shuffle ALong..., The Goodbye Girl, Sarah in Ragtime (Helen Hayes nomination), Diana in Next to Normal at Westport Country Playhouse (CCC nominee), and Nina Simone: Four Women at Berkshire TG (BTG Award). TV: "The Watcher," "High Fidelity," "FBI," "House of Cards." www.urvisionhousse.com

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STAGE CREDITS

How to Dance in Ohio How to Dance in Ohio
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Johanna
Once On This Island Once On This Island
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Storyteller
Erzulie [Replacement]
Mama Euralie (Understudy) [Replacement]
The Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Ensemble
The Color Purple The Color Purple
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Nettie [Replacement]
Ragtime
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Sarah [Replacement]
The Goodbye Girl
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Cast of Richard III
Stage Manager
Mrs. Crosby (Understudy)

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

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Photos: Kamala Harris Visits A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway Photo
Photos: Kamala Harris Visits A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 17, 2025

Kamala Harris took in the magic of Broadway over the weekend as she attended A Wonderful World: the Louis Armstrong Musical. See photos from her backstage visit with the cast, including shots with James Monroe Iglehart, Darlesia Cearcy, and more.
A WONDERFUL WORLD Will Host Talkbacks in Honor of Black History Month Photo
A WONDERFUL WORLD Will Host Talkbacks in Honor of Black History Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2025

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will host talkbacks following two upcoming performances in celebration of Black History Month, in collaboration with Audience Rewards.
Photo: Debbie Allen Visits A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway Photo
Photo: Debbie Allen Visits A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

See a photo of icon Debbie Allen visiting A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'A Wonderful World' on SHERRI Photo
Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'A Wonderful World' on SHERRI
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 29, 2025

James Monroe Iglehart, star and co-director of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical, visited Sherri on Wednesday to perform the iconic Armstrong staple What a Wonderful World. Watch the performance now!
A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL Announces Broadway Closing Date Photo
A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Joshua Wright - Jan 26, 2025

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, February 23, 2025. At the time of closing, the production will have played 151 performances, including 31 previews.
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Performs in Knicks Halftime Show Photo
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Performs in Knicks Halftime Show
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical made history yesterday when cast member James T. Lane performed “What a Wonderful World” at halftime at the New York Knicks home game on Monday, January 20 at Madison Square Garden. Check out photos from the event!
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Honors Vanessa Williams' Late Mother With New Orleans-Style Photo
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Honors Vanessa Williams' Late Mother With New Orleans-Style Celebration
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 15, 2025

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical recently celebrated the life of producer Vanessa Williams' late mother, Helen Williams, with a traditional New Orleans-style Second Line parade. Check out photos here!
Louis Armstrong Exhibit is Running in Tandem With A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway Photo
Louis Armstrong Exhibit is Running in Tandem With A WONDERFUL WORLD on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2025

A Louis Armstrong pop-up exhibit is running in tandem with the Broadway production of A Wonderful World. The exhibit, titled The Wonderful World of Jazz, is now on at Wild Geese Gallery on Manhattan's Upper West Side. 
Renell Taylor Shares His Favorite Backstage Moments From A WONDERFUL WORLD Photo
Renell Taylor Shares His Favorite Backstage Moments From A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

Renell Taylor is appearing in A Wonderful World on Broadway. He recently took us backstage to share some of his favorite backstage routines, moments, must-haves and more.
A WONDERFUL WORLD & Broadway Cares to Support New Orleans Photo
A WONDERFUL WORLD & Broadway Cares to Support New Orleans
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2025

The company of the Broadway musical A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will lead a special ongoing effort to support those affected by the horrific incident that took place in New Orleans, LA. Learn more.
Photos: Mathew Knowles and Carly Rae Jepsen Visit A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTR Photo
Photos: Mathew Knowles and Carly Rae Jepsen Visit A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 24, 2024

Mathew Knowles and Carly Rae Jepsen both recently paid a visit to A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical. They both posed with the cast after the show, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
Tonya Lewis Lee, Mathew Knowles and Les Coney Join Producing Team of A WONDERFUL WORL Photo
Tonya Lewis Lee, Mathew Knowles and Les Coney Join Producing Team of A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical has added producers Tonya Lewis Lee, Mathew and Gena Avery Knowles, and Les Coney to the producing team.
Betty Buckley, Cole Escola, Ruthie Ann Miles, and More Join Broadway Cares' RED BUCKE Photo
Betty Buckley, Cole Escola, Ruthie Ann Miles, and More Join Broadway Cares' RED BUCKET FOLLIES
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

Broadway stars and productions will come together next week for Red Bucket Follies, a performance celebrating six weeks of in-theater fundraising for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42 Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… 
Photos: Cynthia Erivo Visits A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL Photo
Photos: Cynthia Erivo Visits A WONDERFUL WORLD: THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG MUSICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024

Cynthia Erivo, star of the blockbuster film adaptation of Wicked, visited A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical on Broadway at Studio 54 and posed for photos with the company. Check out the photos here!
Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'A Wonderful World' on THE VIEW Photo
Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'A Wonderful World' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2024

James Monroe Iglehart, star of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical, visited The View on Wednesday in honor of Whoopi Goldberg's birthday. On the show, he talked about playing the role of the legendary musician before serenading Goldberg. Watch the video now!
A WONDERFUL WORLD Star James Monroe Iglehart Joins THE VIEW Tomorrow Photo
A WONDERFUL WORLD Star James Monroe Iglehart Joins THE VIEW Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024

Tony-award winner James Monroe Iglehart and current star of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical will appear on The View on Wednesday, November 13. While on the show, the performer will take part in celebrations for The View host Whoopi Goldberg's birthday.
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast on the Opening Night Red Carpet Photo
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast on the Opening Night Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 12, 2024

A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical is officially open on Broadway at Studio 54. A Wonderful World stars Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart as Louis Armstrong. See photos of the cast on the red carpet at opening night here! 
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast Takes Opening Night Bows on Broadway Photo
Photos: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast Takes Opening Night Bows on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 12, 2024

Check out photos of the cast of A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical taking their opening night bows on Broadway! Learn more about James Monroe Iglehart and the cast and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review Roundup: A WONDERFUL WORLD Opens On Broadway Photo
Review Roundup: A WONDERFUL WORLD Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2024

Tony Award-winning actor James Monroe Iglehart steps into the shoes of the one and only Louis Armstrong in the new Broadway musical, A Wonderful World, now playing on Broadway! See what critics thought Broadway's newest biomusical!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Darlesia Cearcy been in?

Darlesia Cearcy has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Darlesia Cearcy been in?

Darlesia Cearcy has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Darlesia Cearcy been nominated for?

and Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Ragtime.

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