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Kristen Bell

Birth Place: Huntington Woods, Michigan, USA

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Kristen graduated from New York University's prestigious Tisch School of the Arts, where she studied musical theater. She made her Broadway debut in 2001, originating the role of Becky Thatcher in the short-lived "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer." In 2002, she was in the revival of Arthur Miller's "The Crucible" on Broadway, starring Laura Linney and Liam Neeson.



In 2008, she had her breakout starring film role as the title character in Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Other notable film roles include: Couples Retreat (2009), When in Rome (2010), You Again (2010), The Boss (2016), Bad Moms (2016), and A Bad Moms Christmas (2017). Bell garnered further recognition for voicing Princess Anna in the Disney animated films Frozen (2013), Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018), and Frozen II (2019).

Bell starred as Jeannie van der Hooven in the Showtime comedy series House of Lies. She also starred as Eleanor Shellstrop in the acclaimed NBC comedy series The Good Place, for which she received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Fredrika Armfeldt

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Susanna Walcott

Mary Warren (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Mary

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Becky Thatcher


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Video: Kristen Bell and Emily Goglia Perform WICKED and FROZEN Medley

Kristen Bell joined Emily Goglia for a guest appearance during her cabaret show at The Moon Room in Los Angeles earlier this week. The duo performed a medley of songs from Wicked and Frozen. Check out the video here!
Video: Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro to Host Disney Holiday Special with Performances from Broadway Stars

Hosted by Julianne Hough and Alfonso Ribeiro, ‘‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular’’ returns with performances by Auliʻi Cravalho, Anika Noni Rose, Elton John, Leslie Odom Jr. and more. Watch a sneak peek now!
Listen: REEFER MADNESS: New Los Angeles Cast Recording Releases Three Tracks

Reefer Madness: New Los Angeles Cast Recording, featuring the full cast from its 25th Anniversary Los Angeles revival will be released this winter! Three tracks are available now. Listen here!
Interview: Kaylee Harwood Talks Pulling Double Duty as Assistant Director and Standby in TITANIQUE

The musical TITANIQUE has officially set sail in Canada and is continuing to delight audiences at the Segal Centre in Montreal until November 24th, before opening in Toronto in December. A few weeks ago, Broadway World had the chance to chat with prominent Canadian performer, Kaylee Harwood who wears multiple hats as both Assistant Director and Standby for this production. It was a delight to hear from Kaylee about her excitement for this show and her experience so far.
Emily Goglia to Bring THE LIMELIGHT CLUB to The Moon Room With Kristen Bell and More

Emily Goglia Presents The Limelight Club continues at The Moon Room on Melrose in November. The evening will feature special guests and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Kevin Chamberlin to Perform at The Green Room 42 in November

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the New York City solo cabaret debut of  three-time Tony nominated actor and singer Kevin Chamberlin in 'Finding the Joy,' for two performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Max von Essen To Perform With The New York Pops At Carnegie Hall In November

Max von Essen will perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall on November 15, 2024. The concert will feature a selection of Broadway hits and classic tunes, showcasing von Essen's vocal talents.
Screenwriter Anna Symon & Director Michael Michetti to Join BOB BARTH'S ONE NIGHT STAND Tonight

Tune in to 'Bob Barth's ONE NIGHT STAND' on September 26th at 7 PM PT / 10 PM ET on WFMU's Sheena’s Jungle Room Stream, featuring screenwriter Anna Symon (JOAN) and director Michael Michetti (ONCE). Learn more and see how to tune in!
Video: Kristen Bell Reveals Which Musicals Her Daughter Wanted to See for Her First Broadway Trip

Kristen Bell visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Tuesday to discuss starring in her latest film project Nobody Wants This. Also on the show, the performer told Meyers about a recent weekend she spent with her daughter attending a slew of Broadway shows. Watch the interview!
Interview: Andy Fickman Directs Kristen Bell, Jason Alexander in PARENTS IN CHAINS Workshop

Anyone who has kids — or knows anyone with kids — will want to check out the upcoming workshop production of a new comedy, Parents In Chains, written by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jay Martel and directed by Andy Fickman (Heathers The Musical, Reefer Madness) and starring Jason Alexander, Kristen Bell, Yvette Nicole Brown and others. 
Jason Alexander, Kristen Bell, Yvette Nicole Brown Star in PARENTS IN CHAINS Workshop

Jason Alexander, Kristen Bell & more will star in a developmental workshop of Parents in Chains at the Whitley Theatre. The play is written by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jay Martel and directed by Andy Fickman.
Lea Salonga, Sheryl Lee Ralph, & More Join FINDING YOUR ROOTS Season 11

In the new season of the Emmy® nominated series FINDING YOUR ROOTS WITH HENRY LOUIS GATES, JR., nineteen celebrity guests will sit down with Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. to dive into their ancestral history and solve mysteries that have plagued their families when the series returns January 7 on PBS.
Jennifer Lee Returning to FROZEN 3 and 4

Lee has stepped down as Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative to focus her attention to the franchise that she helped create. Lee will write and direct Frozen 3 as well as write Frozen 4 with Marc Smith.
Video: Josh Gad Teases FROZEN 3 and 4

Broadway performer Josh Gad recently stopped by Live with Kelly and Mark to discuss his new children's book 'PictureFace Lizzy.' Gad, who is also the voice of Olaf in the Frozen franchise, told the hosts how he found out he would be reprising his role in the upcoming sequels to the hit film.
Ariana DeBose, Angela Bassett, & More to Guest on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW Season 3

The highly anticipated third season of the Daytime Emmy nominated series “The Jennifer Hudson Show” is set to return, bringing a renewed focus on positivity, joy, and inspiration to daytime television.
Special Guests Set For EMILY GOGLIA PRESENTS THE LIMELIGHT CLUB at The Moon Room

Emily Goglia Presents The Limelight Club (formerly Emily Goglia’s Musical Musings) is set to debut at The Moon Room on Melrose on Monday, September 16, at 8pm. 
BEN SCHWARTZ & FRIENDS Comes to Buell Theatre at Denver Performing Arts Complex

Comedy Works Entertainment will welcome BEN SCHWARTZ & FRIENDS coming to Buell Theatre at Denver Performing Arts Complex on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 7:00pm.
EMILY GOGLIA PRESENTS THE LIMELIGHT CLUB Comes to the Moon Room This Month

Emily Goglia Presents The Limelight Club (formerly Emily Goglia’s Musical Musings) will debut at The Moon Room on Melrose on Monday, September 16, at 8pm. Goglia’s accompanist is Pete White.
Listen: Ashley Park and Jessie Tyler Ferguson Talk Broadway, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More

Emily in Paris star and Broadway performer Ashley Park sat down with Jesse Tyler Ferguson for the latest episode of his Dinner's on Me podcast. In the episode, the two Broadway alums discuss various aspects of Parks' multi-faceted career, including her time on Broadway, co-starring together in the play Grand Horizons at Williamstown Theatre Festival, and working with Meryl Streep.
Anya-Taylor Joy Names Elsa from FROZEN as Dream Disney Role: 'I Would Love to Do a Musical'

In a new interview, actress Anya Taylor-Joy expressed an interest in tackling musical theatre- specifically Frozen. 'I would love to do a musical because I’m a bit addicted to hard work,' the Furiosa star said.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kristen Bell been in?

Kristen Bell has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Kristen Bell been in?

Kristen Bell has not appeared in the West End.

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