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BIO

Julee Cerda returns to Broadway as Cassio’s love interest, Bianca, in Kenny Leon’s revival of Othello. She was previously seen on stage portraying civil rights attorney, Edna Klein, in Mark Medoff’s Broadway production of Children of a Lesser God, also under the direction of Leon. Other favorite past roles include Ginny in Lydia R. Diamond’s regional production of Smart People at True Colors Theatre in Atlanta.



Known for her powerful portrayal of diverse, empowered women, Julee can be seen on screen as the formidable Evil Stepmother in Disney’s Descendants: The Rise of Red. Other film credits include Vacation Friend’s 2, Passengers, and The Intern. This year, audiences can look forward to seeing Julee co-star in the rom-com feature, Solo Mio, alongside Kevin James. TV show credits include The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Homeland, House of Cards, Blindspot, Marvel’s Iron Fist, and Showtime’s The Loudest.

Based in London, Julee is represented by the Artist International Group, Stewart Talent, and United Agents.

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STAGE CREDITS

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Broadway Revival, 2018
Edna Klein


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OTHELLO on Broadway to Offer $49 Tickets Through Digital Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Shakespeare’s Othello, directed by Kenny Leon and starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, is launching a digital lottery policy. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Up on the Marquee: OTHELLO
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 12, 2025

Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is getting ready to return to Broadway. Previews will begin Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.Check out photos of the new marquee here!
Video: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO with Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Joey Mervis - Feb 11, 2025

Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is now in rehearsals for its Broadway return. Watch in this video as the full company meets the press and chats about what audiences can expect.
Photos: Denzel Washington, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the Cast of OTHELLO Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 11, 2025

Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is now in rehearsals. Previews will begin Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.
Photos: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 27, 2025

Get a first look at rehearsals for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington as Othello and Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. See the full star-studded cast, including Molly Osborne, Andrew Burnap, and more.
OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.
Emilio Estevez to Reprise His Role in THE MIGHTY DUCKS Disney+ Series
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 13, 2020

Emilio Estevez is reprising his iconic role as beloved Coach Gordon Bombay in the new Disney+ original series “The Mighty Ducks.” Based on the '90s hit franchise, the 10-episode series will premiere later this year on the streaming service.  In addition to starring, Estevez will serve as an executive producer.
Broadway's Judy McLane to Attend Cannes with Short Film HIDING IN DAYLIGHT
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 3, 2019

WOW FILMS and ASD Media & Entertainment are pleased to announce that their short film, HIDING IN DAYLIGHT, has been selected to screen at the prestigious American Pavilion Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at the world renowned Cannes Film Festival on May 19, 2019. The New York theater scene is well represented in this film with stars Judy McLane (Mamma Mia!), Jim Newman (Hands on a Hard Body), Julee Cerda (Children of a Lesser God), and Gary Hilborn (Sweet, Sweet Spirit).
Photo Flashback: Celebrating the Many Broadway Debuts of 2018!
by Walter McBride - Dec 31, 2018

The gifts have been opened, the feasts have been eaten and the merriment has been had. As the holiday season comes to a close and we countdown the final hours of the year, we're getting ready to ring in 2019 by looking back. 
LGBT Dystopian Film To Shoot In September
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2018

Theater and film meet when the LGBT dystopian tale 'Hiding in Daylight' starts filming in September in New York State. Playwright Gregory G. Allen wrote the story as both a one act play and a screenplay. After filmmaker Cheryl Allison read the script, she knew she wanted to make the film. Casting has been announced with Gerald McCullouch, Judy McLane, Julee Cerda, and Gary Hilborn starring in the ensemble piece. Allison's film company WOW Films and Allen's company ASD Media & Entertainment have co-produced the upcoming short with producer Carina Rush and Allison will direct. It will hit the festival circuit in 2019.
VIDEO: Lauren Ridloff On Her Unexpected Rise to Success in CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2018

Lauren Ridloff sat down with CBS Sunday Morning today in a feature about her rise to fame in Children of a Lesser God on Broadway.
CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD Plays its Final Performance Today
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2018

The acclaimed Broadway revival of Mark Medoff's Children of a Lesser God plays its final performance at Studio 54 tonight, Sunday, May 27, 2018.
Nyle Dimarco & Celeste Headlee to Moderate Talkbacks with Cast of CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD
by Julie Musbach - May 15, 2018

Producer Hal Luftig announced today that co-producer Nyle DiMarco will host a talkback for the audience at Children of a Lesser God today, May 15, following the 7:00pm show. DiMarco will join the cast immediately following the performance for a moderated discussion and an opportunity for audience members to ask questions. The talkback will happen on stage and is open to any ticketholder for that evening's performance.
CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD to Play Final Broadway Performance 5/27
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2018

Producer Hal Luftig announced today that the acclaimed Broadway revival of Mark Medoff's Children of a Lesser God will play its final performance at Studio 54 (254 West 54th Street) on Sunday, May 27, 2018. 
The Stars of Children Of A Lesser God Discuss Their Journey to Broadway on The Today Show
by Macon Prickett - Apr 27, 2018

"Children of a Lesser God," the award-winning play about a deaf woman and her teacher, is back on Broadway. Megyn Kelly TODAY welcomes stars Lauren Ridloff and Joshua Jackson, who reveal how Ridloff, who was born deaf, landed the role. Jackson also comments on what may happen next on his TV series "The Affair."
VIDEO: Joshua Jackson Talks How He Owes His Career To Jon Stewart
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2018

'Children of a Lesser God' star Joshua Jackson appeared last night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, where he talked about how he might have stayed in school had he not been pulling all-nighters as a teenager to watch Jon Stewart. Watch the clip below!
Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD
by Walter McBride - Apr 12, 2018

Audiences have started to listen again at Studio 54. That's because Children of a Lesser God is back, and it officially opened last night on Broadway. Directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Children of a Lesser God stars film and television favorite Joshua Jackson and breakout star Lauren Ridloff, alongside Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Anthony Edwards, Drama Desk Award nominee and Obie Award winner Kecia Lewis, Julee Cerda, Treshelle Edmond, and John McGinty. The play will open on Wednesday, April 11 at Studio 54. Check out photos from the opening night red carpet below!
TV: Joshua Jackson, Lauren Ridloff & More Celebrate Opening Night of CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD
by TV - Opening Night Special - Apr 12, 2018

Audiences have started to listen again at Studio 54. Children of a Lesser God is back, and it officially opened last night on Broadway. Directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Children of a Lesser God stars film and television favorite Joshua Jackson and breakout star Lauren Ridloff, alongside Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award winner Anthony Edwards, Drama Desk Award nominee and Obie Award winner Kecia Lewis, Julee Cerda, Treshelle Edmond, and John McGinty. The play will open on Wednesday, April 11 at Studio 54.
BWW Review: Echoes of G.B. Shaw in Mark Medoff's CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD
by Michael Dale - Apr 12, 2018

While audiences gather at Lincoln Center to see Lerner and Lowe's musical adaptation of George Bernard Shaw's classic, there's a different kind of Pygmalion story being played out at Studio 54, where Mark Medoff's 1980 Tony winner for Best Play, Children of a Lesser God is receiving its first Broadway revival.
Photo Coverage: Inside the Opening Night Party for CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD
by Walter McBride - Apr 12, 2018

Children of a Lesser God opened last night, April 11, 2018. BroadwayWorld was on hand at the big night and we're taking you inside the cast's opening night party! Check out the photos below.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Julee Cerda been in?

Julee Cerda has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Julee Cerda been in?

Julee Cerda has not appeared in the West End.

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