Leah Hocking
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Photos: Sting and The LAST SHIP Celebrate 10th Anniversary at 54 Below (Nov 6, 2024)
Sting's THE LAST SHIP Reunion at 54 Below Adds Livestream (Oct 23, 2024)
Music Icon Sting To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of THE LAST SHIP At 54 Below (Jun 24, 2024)
Photos: Sting and The LAST SHIP Celebrate 10th Anniversary at 54 Below (Nov 6, 2024)
Sting's THE LAST SHIP Reunion at 54 Below Adds Livestream (Oct 23, 2024)
Music Icon Sting To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of THE LAST SHIP At 54 Below (Jun 24, 2024)
BIO
Broadway: The Last Ship (Jesse), Billy Elliot (Mum), Mamma Mia (Donna Sheridan), Hairspray (Velma Von Tussle), All Shook Up (Miss Sandra), Dance of the Vampires (Magda), The Wild Party (Mae), Jekyll and Hyde (Lucy), Grease (Marty), Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown). Leah was nominated for a Helen Hayes award for her performance as Mrs. Wilkinson in the national tour of Billy Elliot at The Kennedy Center. She made her New York City Opera debut as Cleo in The Most Happy Fella. Off Broadway: The Mad Ones, The Thing About Men , Forbidden Broadway 10th Anniversary.
Photos
The Cast of Penelope-George Slotin, Philippe Arroyo, David LaMarr, Britany Nicole Simpson, Cooper Howell, Sean Thompson, Bebe Browning, Leah Hocking, Jacob Alexander Simon, Maria Witties, Ben Jacoby and Constantine Pappas
Date:
04/08/2022
From: Photos: Opening Night of PENELOPE at the York Theatre Company
The cast (L to R) Jacob Alexander Simon, George Slotin, Sean Thompson, Cooper Howell, Britney Nicole Simpson, Ben Jacoby, Philippe Arroyo, Leah Hocking; Kneeling (L to R) Maria Wirries, David LaMarr.
Date:
03/04/2022
From: Photos: Meet the Cast and Creative Team of PENELOPE, OR HOW THE ODYSSEY WAS REALLY WRITTEN
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Ronnie Bishop, Sarah Peck, Cheyney Coles, Alice Jankell, Peter Reid Lambert, Melody Meeks Putnam; Back Row (left to right) Jim Stanek, Gena Sims, Leah Hocking, Alma Cuervo, Christiana Cole, C. Michael Perry, Elizabeth Hansen
Date:
10/14/2019
From: Photo Flash: Utah Lyric Opera's AN ENCHANTED APRIL Opens At Theatre Row
The Cast of York Theatre Company’s Musicals in Mufti production of “Silk Stockingsâ€Â: (standing L to R) Danny Rutigliano, Mark Price, Alet Taylor, Stephen Wallem, Andrew Kluger, Kilty Reidy; (Seated L to R) David Garrison, Leah Hocking,
Date:
03/19/2013
From: Photo Flash: Meet the Company of York Theatre's SILK STOCKINGS
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Dead Mum
Ensemble
Mrs. Wilkinson (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Velma Von Tussle [Replacement]
Velma Von Tussle [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Kate
Lucy [Replacement]
Lucy (Understudy)
Emma Carew (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1992
Sarah Brown [Replacement]
Sister Sarah Brown [Replacement]
Miss Adelaide (Understudy) [Replacement]
Sarah Brown (Understudy) [Replacement]
General Matilda B. Cartwright (Understudy) [Replacement]
Agatha (Understudy) [Replacement]
Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production
Leah HockingBilly Elliot the Musical
Kevin Kline Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical
Leah HockingOklahoma!
Videos
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek of Sting's New Musical THE LAST SHIP, Starring Michael Esper & Rachel Tucker; Opens Tonight in Chicago!
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 25, 2014
TV: On the Red Carpet for BILLY ELLIOT's Opening Night at the Pantages Theatre!
by Michael Sterling and Jerry Evans - Apr 17, 2012
News
Photos: Sting and The LAST SHIP Celebrate 10th Anniversary at 54 Below
Sting returned to 54 Below with members of the original Broadway cast and orchestra of his Tony-nominated musical The Last Ship to celebrate the show’s 10th anniversary! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Sting returned to 54 Below with members of the original Broadway cast and orchestra of his Tony-nominated musical The Last Ship to celebrate the show’s 10th anniversary! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Sting's THE LAST SHIP Reunion at 54 Below Adds Livestream
54 BELOW has added a livestream for the 10th anniversary reunion of the Tony Award nominated musical The Last Ship on November 4 at 7pm ET. Learn how to watch!
54 BELOW has added a livestream for the 10th anniversary reunion of the Tony Award nominated musical The Last Ship on November 4 at 7pm ET. Learn how to watch!
Music Icon Sting To Celebrate 10th Anniversary Of THE LAST SHIP At 54 Below
Sting returns to 54 Below to celebrate the 10th anniversary of THE LAST SHIP, featuring performances and stories from the acclaimed musical.
Sting returns to 54 Below to celebrate the 10th anniversary of THE LAST SHIP, featuring performances and stories from the acclaimed musical.
Nicholas Barasch & More to Lead THE VIOLIN Industry Reading
THE VIOLIN, by The Francis Sisters (Kami Nishima and Kara Dudley), will receive a special industry presentation on Wednesday, July 12, 2024, at Open Jar Studios. Learn more!
THE VIOLIN, by The Francis Sisters (Kami Nishima and Kara Dudley), will receive a special industry presentation on Wednesday, July 12, 2024, at Open Jar Studios. Learn more!
29-Hour Reading of AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE SECRET ADVERSARY: A MYSTERY MUSICAL To Be Presented In NYC
Explore the first 29-hour reading of Agatha Christie's THE SECRET ADVERSARY: A MYSTERY MUSICAL. This modern adaptation of Christie's second novel is a romantic musical comedy about two friends solving a mystery, presented in New York City.
Explore the first 29-hour reading of Agatha Christie's THE SECRET ADVERSARY: A MYSTERY MUSICAL. This modern adaptation of Christie's second novel is a romantic musical comedy about two friends solving a mystery, presented in New York City.
Reviews: Catching Up on Shows Is a Whirlwind .... at Urban Stages & 54 Below
Dear Santa: Thanks for the gifts called music in NYC, letting us 'wrap' our ears around a touch of Oklahoma-bred sense and sensibility, lots of holiday cheer, and musical theatre projects that have a connection to a famous hotel ....all part of a week in the winter wonderland of Manhattan's live presentations.
Dear Santa: Thanks for the gifts called music in NYC, letting us 'wrap' our ears around a touch of Oklahoma-bred sense and sensibility, lots of holiday cheer, and musical theatre projects that have a connection to a famous hotel ....all part of a week in the winter wonderland of Manhattan's live presentations.
Bruce Sabath, Leah Hocking, Emma Diner and More Will Lead Industry Reading of APPALACHIAN HANUKKAH
APPALACHIAN HANUKKAH, a new musical with book & lyrics by Joanne Sydney Lessner and music & lyrics by Joshua Rosenblum, will present industry readings on December 4 at 3 PM and December 5 at 11 AM at Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Avenue.
APPALACHIAN HANUKKAH, a new musical with book & lyrics by Joanne Sydney Lessner and music & lyrics by Joshua Rosenblum, will present industry readings on December 4 at 3 PM and December 5 at 11 AM at Ripley Grier Studios, 520 8th Avenue.
Urban Stages to Present 15th Annual WINTER RHYTHMS Featuring 22 Shows and Over 100 Performers
Join Urban Stages for the 15th Annual WINTER RHYTHMS 2023, featuring 22 shows, over 11 days, and more than 100 performers. From cabaret to jazz and everything in between, this award-winning series is a must-see event for music and performance lovers. Don't miss out on this spectacular showcase!
Join Urban Stages for the 15th Annual WINTER RHYTHMS 2023, featuring 22 shows, over 11 days, and more than 100 performers. From cabaret to jazz and everything in between, this award-winning series is a must-see event for music and performance lovers. Don't miss out on this spectacular showcase!
Winter Rhythms 2023 @ Urban Stages Will Present Two "Algonquin" Themed Events Hosted By Michael Colby
Winter Rhythms @ Urban Stages has announced two very special upcoming events as part of its “2023 Winter Rhythms” series, the award-winning music festival at Urban Stages Theater.
Winter Rhythms @ Urban Stages has announced two very special upcoming events as part of its “2023 Winter Rhythms” series, the award-winning music festival at Urban Stages Theater.
Ephie Aardema, Daniel Quadrino & More to Star in NORMAL TEENAGE GIRL Industry Reading
Get the latest scoop on the industry reading of Normal Teenage Girl, a new musical featuring Ephie Aardema, Daniel Quadrino, and more. Find out about the star-studded cast and the emotionally complex story of a runaway girl.
Get the latest scoop on the industry reading of Normal Teenage Girl, a new musical featuring Ephie Aardema, Daniel Quadrino, and more. Find out about the star-studded cast and the emotionally complex story of a runaway girl.
Theatre Now To Present Staged Readings Of New Musicals DERAILED! And THE SUSTAIN
This month, Theatre Now is producing staged readings of Derailed! and The Sustain, new musicals developed in their Musical Writers Lab.
This month, Theatre Now is producing staged readings of Derailed! and The Sustain, new musicals developed in their Musical Writers Lab.
PENELOPE, OR HOW THE ODYSSEY WAS REALLY WRITTEN CD Out Now
The original cast recording of The York Theatre Company's 2022 world premiere presentation of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy, with book & lyrics by Peter Kellogg (York’s Desperate Measures), music by Stephen Weiner (The Rivals), is out now.
The original cast recording of The York Theatre Company's 2022 world premiere presentation of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy, with book & lyrics by Peter Kellogg (York’s Desperate Measures), music by Stephen Weiner (The Rivals), is out now.
Barrington Stage's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and More Take Home 2022 Berkshire Theatre Awards
At an SRO ceremony held at Zion Lutheran Church in Pittsfield, the Board of the Berkshire Theatre Critics Association (BTCA) presented the Berkshire Theatre Awards on the evening of Monday, November 14, 2022. This was the fifth time the awards have been presented to honor and celebrate the excellence and diversity of theatre in the greater Berkshire region.
At an SRO ceremony held at Zion Lutheran Church in Pittsfield, the Board of the Berkshire Theatre Critics Association (BTCA) presented the Berkshire Theatre Awards on the evening of Monday, November 14, 2022. This was the fifth time the awards have been presented to honor and celebrate the excellence and diversity of theatre in the greater Berkshire region.
Sierra Boggess, Jeffrey L. Page, Clint Ramos & More Nominated for 6th Berkie Awards - See the Full List of Nominees Here!
The Berkshire Theatre Critics Association has announced the nominees for the 6th Berkshire Theatre Awards, known colloquially as The Berkies. This year’s awards recognize shows that opened in the greater Berkshire region between October 1, 2021 and September 30, 2022.
The Berkshire Theatre Critics Association has announced the nominees for the 6th Berkshire Theatre Awards, known colloquially as The Berkies. This year’s awards recognize shows that opened in the greater Berkshire region between October 1, 2021 and September 30, 2022.
Photos: First Look at Madison Ferris, Danny Gomez & More in ALL OF ME World Premiere at Barrington Stage Company
Barrington Stage Company is presenting the World Premiere production of All of Me on the Boyd-Quinson Stage through October 9, 2022. Written by Burman New Play Award winner Laura Winters, All of Me is directed by Ashley Brooke Monroe. Get a first look at photos here!
Barrington Stage Company is presenting the World Premiere production of All of Me on the Boyd-Quinson Stage through October 9, 2022. Written by Burman New Play Award winner Laura Winters, All of Me is directed by Ashley Brooke Monroe. Get a first look at photos here!
Review: ALL OF ME at Barrington Stage Company
ALL OF ME is all kinds of good. Not good for a show about a particular group or type of people, it’s just good. There is some aspect that should fit or tickle the funny bone for just about everyone. So, as the song with the same title asks: why not take ALL OF ME?
ALL OF ME is all kinds of good. Not good for a show about a particular group or type of people, it’s just good. There is some aspect that should fit or tickle the funny bone for just about everyone. So, as the song with the same title asks: why not take ALL OF ME?
Madison Ferris, Danny Gomez & More to Star in the World Premiere of ALL OF ME at Barrington Stage Company
Barrington Stage Company has announced casting for the world premiere of Burman New Play Award winner All of Me on the Boyd-Quinson Stage September 21 – October 9, 2022. All of Me will feature Madison Ferris (Broadway’s 2017 The Glass Menagerie revival) as Lucy, Danny Gomez (NBC’s “New Amsterdam”) as Alfonso, and more.
Barrington Stage Company has announced casting for the world premiere of Burman New Play Award winner All of Me on the Boyd-Quinson Stage September 21 – October 9, 2022. All of Me will feature Madison Ferris (Broadway’s 2017 The Glass Menagerie revival) as Lucy, Danny Gomez (NBC’s “New Amsterdam”) as Alfonso, and more.
Review Roundup: PENELOPE, OR HOW THE ODYSSEY WAS REALLY WRITTEN at York Theatre Company
Read all the reviews for the The York Theatre Company world premiere of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy with book & lyrics by Peter Kellogg, and music by Stephen Weiner.
Read all the reviews for the The York Theatre Company world premiere of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy with book & lyrics by Peter Kellogg, and music by Stephen Weiner.
Photos: Opening Night of PENELOPE at the York Theatre Company
The York Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy. Find out more about the production, cast and creative team plus how to get tickets.
The York Theatre Company will present the world premiere of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy. Find out more about the production, cast and creative team plus how to get tickets.
Photos: First Look at PENELOPE, OR HOW THE ODYSSEY WAS REALLY WRITTEN
Production photos for The York Theatre Company world premiere presentation of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy, with book & lyrics by Peter Kellogg (York’s Desperate Measures), music by Stephen Weiner (The Rivals), directed and choreographed by Emily Maltby (York’s Lolita, My Love), with music direction and orchestrations by David Hancock Turner (York’s Cheek to Cheek, Desperate Measures) and vocal arrangements by David Hancock Turner, Steve Delehanty, and Stephen Weiner.
Production photos for The York Theatre Company world premiere presentation of Penelope, or How the Odyssey Was Really Written, a new musical comedy, with book & lyrics by Peter Kellogg (York’s Desperate Measures), music by Stephen Weiner (The Rivals), directed and choreographed by Emily Maltby (York’s Lolita, My Love), with music direction and orchestrations by David Hancock Turner (York’s Cheek to Cheek, Desperate Measures) and vocal arrangements by David Hancock Turner, Steve Delehanty, and Stephen Weiner.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Leah Hocking been in?
Leah Hocking has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Leah Hocking been in?
Leah Hocking has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Leah Hocking been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Billy Elliot the Musical and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Oklahoma!.
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