Lea Salonga
Birth Place: Manila, PHILIPPINES
Latest News on Lea Salonga:
Jason Donovan Will Return to JOSEPH... Tour For One Week Only (Jan 9, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 8, 2025 (Jan 8, 2025)
Exclusive: Lea Salonga Discovers Her Family’s Forgotten Past in FINDING YOUR ROOTS (Jan 7, 2025)
Jason Donovan Will Return to JOSEPH... Tour For One Week Only (Jan 9, 2025)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 8, 2025 (Jan 8, 2025)
Exclusive: Lea Salonga Discovers Her Family’s Forgotten Past in FINDING YOUR ROOTS (Jan 7, 2025)
BIO
LEA SALONGA is best known for her Tony Award-winning role in Miss Saigon. In addition to the Tony, she won the Olivier, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, Theatre World Awards, Time100 Impact Award from Time Magazine, and the Gold Legend Award from Gold House. Most recently, Lea starred in the West End production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, and as Aurora in Here Lies Love on Broadway, which she also produced. Lea was also the first Asian to play Eponine in the musical Les Misérables on Broadway and returned to the show as Fantine in the 2006 revival. She will next appear on Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends at Manhattan Theatre Club. Fans of all ages recognize Lea as the singing voice of Princess Jasmine from Aladdin and Fa Mulan for Mulan and Mulan II. For her portrayal of the beloved princesses, the Walt Disney Company bestowed her with the honor of “Disney Legend.” She has released 14 albums – including her latest recording, Sounding Joy – and toured all over the globe, performing sold-out concerts in landmark venues. Salonga’s talents extend to the screen, where she can be seen on MAX’s “Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin” and Sony’s “Yellow Rose” and heard on Netflix’s “Centaurworld” and FX’s “Little Demon.”
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Richard Rodgers 100th Birthday Celebration, 2002
"Love, Look Away" Performer
Productions
Movies
Tropang bulilit
[ 1981 ] Lisa
[ 1981 ] Lisa
Like Father, Like Son
[ 1985 ] Angela
[ 1985 ] Angela
Captain Barbell
[ 1986 ] Rosemarie
[ 1986 ] Rosemarie
Ninja Kids and the Samurai Sword
[ 1986 ] Yoko
[ 1986 ] Yoko
My Neighbor Totoro
[ 1988 ] Mrs. Kusakabe
[ 1988 ] Mrs. Kusakabe
Aladdin
[ 1992 ] Jasmine's Singing Voice
[ 1992 ] Jasmine's Singing Voice
Second Chances
[ 1995 ] Agnes
[ 1995 ] Agnes
Mulan
[ 1998 ] Mulan's Singing Voice
[ 1998 ] Mulan's Singing Voice
Les Misérables in Concert: The 25th Anniversary
[ 2010 ] Fantine
[ 2010 ] Fantine
George Takei's Allegiance
[ 2016 ] Kei Kimura
[ 2016 ] Kei Kimura
Miss Saigon: 25th Anniversary
[ 2016 ]
[ 2016 ]
Yellow Rose
[ 2019 ] Gail
[ 2019 ] Gail
TV Shows
Les Misérables the Dream Cast in Concert
Eponine
Eponine
Redwood Curtain
Geri Riordan
Geri Riordan
ER
Amparo
Amparo
Sofia the First
[ 2013-2014 ] Mulan, Jasmine
[ 2013-2014 ] Mulan, Jasmine
Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
Aunt Myrna
Aunt Myrna
Little Demon
Amalia, Dia
Amalia, Dia
Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin
Elodie Honrada
Elodie Honrada
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Featured Actress in a Musical
Lea Salonga, Once on this Island
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2016 - Best Leading Actress in a Musical
Lea Salonga, Allegiance
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Actress - Musical
Lea Salonga, Miss Saigon
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1991 - Best Actress - Musical
Lea Salonga, Miss Saigon
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1991 - Performance
Lea Salonga, Miss Saigon
winner
Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Lea Salonga , Miss Saigon
winner
Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical
Lea Salonga, Miss Saigon
Videos
Exclusive: Lea Salonga Discovers Her Family’s Forgotten Past in FINDING YOUR ROOTS
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025
Video: Lea Salonga Reflects on MISS SAIGON Role in FINDING YOUR ROOTS Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 6, 2025
Video: Watch Donny Osmond as the Pharaoh in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2024
Video: Lea Salonga, Dolly De Leon, & Clint Ramos of REQUEST SA RADYO in Conversation
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 18, 2024
Video: Director Richard Jay-Alexander Assists Countess Luann & Sonja Morgan on Bravo's WELCOME TO CRAPPIE LAKE
by Michael Major - Aug 15, 2023
Video: David Byrne Reveals What Inspired Him to Create HERE LIES LOVE on MORNING JOE
by Michael Major - Jul 20, 2023
Video: Who Are the Real People Behind the Story of HERE LIES LOVE? The Cast Explains
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 20, 2023
Video: Arielle Jacobs, Lea Salonga, Jose Llana, and More Talk HERE LIES LOVE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 16, 2023
Video: Watch Lea Salonga Perform 'Love Who You Love' at BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 25, 2023
Video: First Look at Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and More in a New Trailer For STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2023
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Company Talks Bringing the Show to Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023
Video: SWEENEY TODD Opening Night Brings Out Lin-Manuel Miranda, Len Cariou And More!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2023
Video: Lea Salonga and David Korins Tour the Newly Transformed Broadway Theatre For HERE LIES LOVE
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2023
VIDEO: Lea Salonga Joins Pentatonix For 'Christmas In Our Hearts' Music Video
by Michael Major - Dec 16, 2022
Exclusive: Watch the Pentatonix Sing 'It's A Small World' With DCappella In New Disney+ Special
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2022
News
Jason Donovan Will Return to JOSEPH... Tour For One Week Only
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat favourite Jason Donovan will return to Southampton's Mayflower Theatre this spring. For one week only, he will reprise his celebrated role as Pharaoh.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat favourite Jason Donovan will return to Southampton's Mayflower Theatre this spring. For one week only, he will reprise his celebrated role as Pharaoh.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 8, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive: Lea Salonga Discovers Her Family’s Forgotten Past in FINDING YOUR ROOTS
In this exclusive clip from the Season 11 premiere of Finding Your Roots, Lea Salonga learns about her family’s surprising history of privilege and prosperity and reflects on how this legacy was lost over generations. Watch a preview clip and the full episode now.
In this exclusive clip from the Season 11 premiere of Finding Your Roots, Lea Salonga learns about her family’s surprising history of privilege and prosperity and reflects on how this legacy was lost over generations. Watch a preview clip and the full episode now.
Video: Lea Salonga Reflects on MISS SAIGON Role in FINDING YOUR ROOTS Clip
In this clip from the Season 11 premiere of PBS's 'Finding Your Roots,' Tony-winner Lea Salonga reflects on the pivotal decision to take the lead role in the original production of Miss Saigon. Watch it now!
In this clip from the Season 11 premiere of PBS's 'Finding Your Roots,' Tony-winner Lea Salonga reflects on the pivotal decision to take the lead role in the original production of Miss Saigon. Watch it now!
25 Broadway People to Watch in 2025
Who should you keep your eye on as the spring season begins and awards season approaches? Check out our list of just 25 performers and creatives to watch out for in the new year!
Who should you keep your eye on as the spring season begins and awards season approaches? Check out our list of just 25 performers and creatives to watch out for in the new year!
Native South Studios Will Host An Evening With Amy Keys
Native South Studios will host an exclusive evening with Amy Keys, an International touring and recording vocalist, featuring renowned pianist and composer Quinn Johnson.
Native South Studios will host an exclusive evening with Amy Keys, an International touring and recording vocalist, featuring renowned pianist and composer Quinn Johnson.
Theater Director and Producer Bobby Garcia Dies at Age 55
Bobby Garcia, the celebrated theater director and producer whose works enriched stages across Asia and Canada, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, in Vancouver, Canada. He was 55 years old.
Bobby Garcia, the celebrated theater director and producer whose works enriched stages across Asia and Canada, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, in Vancouver, Canada. He was 55 years old.
Interview: Lea Salonga Talks 'Sounding Joy' with the Boston Pops
Lea Salonga, who makes her home in New York, was in Los Angeles recently when she took time out for a telephone call to discuss her new holiday album, her debut with the Boston Pops, and more.
Lea Salonga, who makes her home in New York, was in Los Angeles recently when she took time out for a telephone call to discuss her new holiday album, her debut with the Boston Pops, and more.
Videos You Missed This Week: THE GREAT GATSBY, THE OUTSIDERS, and More
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! As the year comes to a close, so does the fist half of the 2024-25 Broadway season. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending December 13, 2024 with videos from Annie, The Great Gatsby, The Outsiders, and more!
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! As the year comes to a close, so does the fist half of the 2024-25 Broadway season. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending December 13, 2024 with videos from Annie, The Great Gatsby, The Outsiders, and more!
Video: Watch Donny Osmond as the Pharaoh in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Watch a video of Donny Osmond performing 'Song of the King' as the Pharaoh in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! The 2025 tour opened at the Edinburgh Playhouse for a Christmas season on 3 December.
Watch a video of Donny Osmond performing 'Song of the King' as the Pharaoh in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! The 2025 tour opened at the Edinburgh Playhouse for a Christmas season on 3 December.
Broadway Gift Ideas- A 2024 Holiday Guide!
For those who are in need of last-minute gift ideas for your theater-loving friends and family members (or even if you just want to treat yourself), BroadwayWorld is here to help with a Broadway-themed holiday gift guide!
For those who are in need of last-minute gift ideas for your theater-loving friends and family members (or even if you just want to treat yourself), BroadwayWorld is here to help with a Broadway-themed holiday gift guide!
Review Roundup: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT UK Tour Featuring Donny Osmond
Performances are now underway for the UK tour of the London Palladium production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, featuring Donny Osmond as Pharaoh. Read the reviews here!
Performances are now underway for the UK tour of the London Palladium production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, featuring Donny Osmond as Pharaoh. Read the reviews here!
Broadway Jukebox: The Best of Lea Salonga
Sing along to this playlist featuring just 50 of Lea Salonga's greatest hits. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Once on This Island, Mulan, Aladdin, and many more!
Sing along to this playlist featuring just 50 of Lea Salonga's greatest hits. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Once on This Island, Mulan, Aladdin, and many more!
Videos You Missed This Week: SWEPT AWAY, ELF, and More
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! As the year comes to a close, so does the fist half of the 2024-25 Broadway season. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending December 6, 2024 with videos from Swept Away, Elf, and more!
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! As the year comes to a close, so does the fist half of the 2024-25 Broadway season. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending December 6, 2024 with videos from Swept Away, Elf, and more!
Photos: Donny Osmond, Christina Bianco & More in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
You can now get a first look at the 2024 /2025 tour of the London Palladium production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, featuring Donny Osmond as Pharaoh (Edinburgh only), Christina Bianco as Narrator and Adam Filipe as Joseph. See photos!
You can now get a first look at the 2024 /2025 tour of the London Palladium production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, featuring Donny Osmond as Pharaoh (Edinburgh only), Christina Bianco as Narrator and Adam Filipe as Joseph. See photos!
New Broadway Christmas Albums: Listen to Lea Salonga, Jessica Vosk & More
Broadway fans can deck the halls this year with a brand-new lineup of holiday albums to keep their days merry and bright. Listen to new Christmas albums by Lea Salonga, Jessica Vosk, Clay Aiken, Jennifer Hudson, Ruben Studdard, and more!
Broadway fans can deck the halls this year with a brand-new lineup of holiday albums to keep their days merry and bright. Listen to new Christmas albums by Lea Salonga, Jessica Vosk, Clay Aiken, Jennifer Hudson, Ruben Studdard, and more!
Video: Lea Salonga Is Repeating 'Sounding Joy' This Holiday Season
Lea Salonga's 14th album, Sounding Joy, is now out. The much anticipated studio release includes classic Christmas songs that Lea reimagined in her own voice, and introduces new original songs. Watch in this video.
Lea Salonga's 14th album, Sounding Joy, is now out. The much anticipated studio release includes classic Christmas songs that Lea reimagined in her own voice, and introduces new original songs. Watch in this video.
Previews: THE REUNION al TEATRO ARCIMBOLDI e al TEATRO ROSSETTI
Un’unica notte magica nella quale un cast d’eccezione, accompagnato dalla FVG Orchestra diretta da Beatrice Venezi, interpreterà oltre trenta indimenticabili melodie tra cui la celebre “Let it Go” - dal musical Disney “Frozen”, e poi “Wicked”, “Mary Poppins”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Shrek”, “La famiglia Addams”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Funny Girl”, “Pretty Woman” e “The Greatest Showman”.
Un’unica notte magica nella quale un cast d’eccezione, accompagnato dalla FVG Orchestra diretta da Beatrice Venezi, interpreterà oltre trenta indimenticabili melodie tra cui la celebre “Let it Go” - dal musical Disney “Frozen”, e poi “Wicked”, “Mary Poppins”, “Mamma Mia!”, “Shrek”, “La famiglia Addams”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “Funny Girl”, “Pretty Woman” e “The Greatest Showman”.
Joe McElderry Joins Further Dates of the UK Tour of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
Joe McElderry will perform as Pharaoh in further dates of the upcoming Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat UK tour.
Joe McElderry will perform as Pharaoh in further dates of the upcoming Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat UK tour.
Tickets on Sale Today For the Australia Run of LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR
Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR have gone on sale today. Learn more about where the production will be touring to across Australia and find out how to get tickets!
Tickets for LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR have gone on sale today. Learn more about where the production will be touring to across Australia and find out how to get tickets!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Lea Salonga been in?
Lea Salonga has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
How many West End shows has Lea Salonga been in?
Lea Salonga has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Lea Salonga's first West End show?
Lea Salonga's first West End show was Miss Saigon which opened in 1989
What awards has Lea Salonga been nominated for?
Best Featured Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Once on this Island, Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Allegiance, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Miss Saigon, Best Actress - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Miss Saigon, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Miss Saigon, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Miss Saigon and Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Miss Saigon.
What awards has Lea Salonga won?
Lea Salonga has received several prestigious awards throughout her career. She won Best Featured Actress in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Once on this Island, and Best Leading Actress in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Allegiance. Her accolades also include Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Best Actress - Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards, all for Miss Saigon. Additionally, she won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her role in Miss Saigon, and she received the Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards, also for Miss Saigon.
Videos