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BIO

Joy Woods most recently starred as Middle Allie in The Notebook on Broadway. Woods originated the role at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and received The Joseph Jefferson Award for Performer in a Supporting Role – Musical for her performance. Previously, Woods made her Broadway debut as Catherine Parr in Six: The Musical. In 2023, Woods starred as Martha Mills in the Off-Broadway revival of I Can Get it For You Wholesale. The production won the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Outstanding Revival of a Musical. Woods made her Off-Broadway debut in 2019, originating the role of Chiffon in the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors. She then returned to the show in 2023 as Audrey. Woods resides in New York and graduated from the AMDA College of the Performing Arts.



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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Louise

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Middle Allie

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2023
Martha Mills

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Catherine Parr [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Chiffon

Audrey [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival, 2020
Ensemble


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Tryphena Wade To Stand by for Audra McDonald In GYPSY Photo
Tryphena Wade To Stand by for Audra McDonald In GYPSY

The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway this week, has finalized its casting.
GYPSY to Offer $49 and $39 Tickets Through Rush & Standing Room Policies Photo
GYPSY to Offer $49 and $39 Tickets Through Rush & Standing Room Policies

The revival of GYPSY, directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe and starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, has announced it rush and standing room ticket policies. Learn how to purchase discounted tickets.
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center Photo
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center

The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
THE NOTEBOOK Original Broadway Cast Recording is Now Available on Vinyl Photo
THE NOTEBOOK Original Broadway Cast Recording is Now Available on Vinyl

The Notebook (Original Broadway Cast Recording) on special edition blue vinyl is now available for purchase. Find out where you can purchase the vinyl album here!
Video: Audra McDonald Sings in New GYPSY Promo Photo
Video: Audra McDonald Sings in New GYPSY Promo

Directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe, GYPSY is coming back to Broadway later this month. Watch all four stars and listen to a small clip from 'Everything's Coming Up Roses' in this brand new promo video.  
Interview: THE NOTEBOOK's New Stars on First Bows, Beloved Songs & the Show’s Emoti Photo
Interview: THE NOTEBOOK's New Stars on First Bows, Beloved Songs & the Show’s Emotional Power

The Notebook on Broadway has welcomed three new cast members: Aisha Jackson, Anna Zavelson and Benji Santiago. Read BroadwayWorld's full interview with the new cast members and check out photography here.
Video: Audra McDonald & Company Are Getting Ready for GYPSY Photo
Video: Audra McDonald & Company Are Getting Ready for GYPSY

Audra McDonald is about to take on one mother of a role. Next month at the Majestic Theater, she will lead the much-anticipated revival of Gypsy as Mama Rose. Watch in this video as the cast chats more about what audiences can expect. 
Photos: THE NOTEBOOK'S New Stars- Aisha Jackson, Anna Zavelson & Benji Santiago Photo
Photos: THE NOTEBOOK'S New Stars- Aisha Jackson, Anna Zavelson & Benji Santiago

Check out brand new images of the new cast of The Notebook on Broadway, including Aisha Jackson, Anna Zavelson, and Benji Santiago. Joy Woods, John Cardoza, and Jordan Tyson played their final performances earlier this month.
Photos: Audra McDonald and the Cast of GYPSY Meet the Press Photo
Photos: Audra McDonald and the Cast of GYPSY Meet the Press

On Monday, October 28th, the cast and creative team of GYPSY participated in press interviews at New 42 Studios where the upcoming revival is in its fourth week of rehearsals. See photos of the company here!
Video: Audra McDonald Shares Her Take on Mama Rose in GYPSY Photo
Video: Audra McDonald Shares Her Take on Mama Rose in GYPSY

Audra McDonald is sharing some insights into how she thinks of the character of Mama Rose. The Tony-winning performer will be taking on the iconic role in Gypsy beginning in November and McDonald visited Good Morning America to talk about the show and give audiences an idea of what they can expect.
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Fall 2024 Watch Guide Photo
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Fall 2024 Watch Guide

A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 7 are already films that you can watch from home.
Photos & Video: THE NOTEBOOK Celebrates 250 Broadway Performances Photo
Photos & Video: THE NOTEBOOK Celebrates 250 Broadway Performances

The Notebook, the Broadway musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film, celebrated 250 performances on Broadway this past Saturday, October 19 at the matinee. See photos and video from the celebration.
Video: Look at Back at a Tribute to Jason Robert Brown at MCC MISCAST24 Photo
Video: Look at Back at a Tribute to Jason Robert Brown at MCC MISCAST24

Take a look back at MCC Theater's MISCAST24 as Broadway stars perform a medley of MISCAST24 honoree Jason Robert Brown's classic songs! Watch here! 
THE NOTEBOOK to Celebrate 250 Broadway Performances This Weekend Photo
THE NOTEBOOK to Celebrate 250 Broadway Performances This Weekend

The Notebook, the new Broadway musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film, will celebrate 250 performances on Broadway. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the show!
GYPSY Casts Rescue Dogs in the Role of 'Chowsie' Photo
GYPSY Casts Rescue Dogs in the Role of 'Chowsie'

The Broadway revival of Gypsy has announced the furry friends who will be taking the stage in the role of 'Chowsie'. Tana June and Indy, two rescues from Homeward Bound in Elkhart, Indiana. Tana June will play the role, with Indy understudying. Meet the dogs here.
Video: Annaleigh Ashford & Josh Groban Sing 'The Phantom of the Opera' at MISCAST Photo
Video: Annaleigh Ashford & Josh Groban Sing 'The Phantom of the Opera' at MISCAST

While they were starring in Sweeney Todd on Broadway, Annaleigh Ashford and Josh Groban took on another classic Broadway romance at MCC Theater's MISCAST23. The pair performed a gender-bent version of 'The Phantom of the Opera,' with Groban singing Christine's role and Ashford donning the iconic Phantom mask. Watch the video now!
Photos: Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein & More GYPSY Character Portraits Photo
Photos: Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein & More GYPSY Character Portraits

You can now get a first look at the cast of GYPSY on Broadway in character! Check out photos of Audra McDonald and more in new character portraits here! Learn more about the Broadway revival and see how to purchase tickets.
GYPSY Will Offer Exclusive Seats and Signed Window Cards at Box Office Opening This W Photo
GYPSY Will Offer Exclusive Seats and Signed Window Cards at Box Office Opening This Week

The GYPSY box office will open at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre on Thursday, October 10, at 10am (EST). Find out how to get exclusive seats and a signed window card!
Photos: Inside Primary Stages' 40th Anniversary Gala Photo
Photos: Inside Primary Stages' 40th Anniversary Gala

PRIMARY STAGES just hosted its 40th Anniversary Gala, honoring Primary Stages Board President Marla Persky with the 2024 Einhorn Mentorship Award. Check out photos from inside the big night!
THE NOTEBOOK Will Be Filmed Tonight for Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archi Photo
THE NOTEBOOK Will Be Filmed Tonight for Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives

The Notebook The Musical will be filmed for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives during the performance this evening, October 3.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joy Woods been in?

Joy Woods has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Joy Woods been in?

Joy Woods has not appeared in the West End.

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