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BIO

Leah Read is thrilled to make her Broadway debut in The Heart of Rock & Roll! Leah’s favorite credits include the Off-Broadway and Las Vegas companies of Rock of Ages, The Cher Show (Ogunquit), “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” and dancing backup for Wyclef Jean. Leah is an Oklahoma native and a Pace Commercial Dance graduate! Yeehaw!! Special thanks to her parents and the Wolpes for their endless love and support. @r2_lee2

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Performer (Swing)


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EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL to Play Final Performance at McCarter Theatre Center This Weekend

McCarter Theatre Center’s world premiere production of Empire Records will play its final performance this Sunday October 6 at The Berlind Theatre. Learn more about the new musical!
Photos: EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Starring Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More

Friday September 13 marks the opening night of the world premiere engagement of Empire Records: The Musical. See photos!
EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Begins Performances at McCarter Tonight

Performances for the world premiere engagement of Empire Records: The Musical begin tonight. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Zoe Sarnak Talks EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL

Composer Zoe Sarnak discusses her score for Empire Records: The Musical in the video here!
Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More to Star in EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL

McCarter Theatre Center has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Empire Records: The Musical based on the beloved 1990s cult-classic film. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Sets Closing Date

The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm. At the time of closing, the show will have played 24 previews and 72 performances.
Broadway Sessions to Celebrate 16th Anniversary with Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Next Week

Ben Cameron’s Broadway Sessions will celebrate its 16th Anniversary at The Green Room 42 on June 20th, featuring cast members from THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL and more.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Wins ACCA Award

Actors’ Equity Association has revealed that the chorus of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will receive the 2024 ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus. Learn more about the award and the production!
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released June 14

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services.  Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!
Photos: Gayle King Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway

Gayle King rocked out on Broadway last week seeing “The Heart of Rock and Roll”. See photos!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 2024 Chita Rivera Awards

The Broadway productions of Illinoise, The Outsiders, Water for Elephants and more were winners at this year's 2024 Chita Rivera Awards. Check out photos from the red carpet!
Video: Ben Gets Bubble Wrapped Up with Choreo from THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL

In this video, watch as Ben breaks down Lorin Latarro's choreography for Broadway's The Heart of Rock and Roll with the help of dance captains Leah Read and Michael Olaribigbe. Can you keep up?
Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway

The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name is now open at the James Earl Jones! Theatre. Read the reviews as the critics react!
Photos/Video: First Look at THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway

Get a first look at the new Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, as new photos and video have been released ahead of the show's April 22nd Opening Night.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Launches Digital Lottery and Rush Policies

Ahead of its first preview this Friday, The Heart of Rock and Roll has announced its digital lottery and rush policies. Learn how to get discounted tickets for The Heart of Rock and Roll here!
Meet the Cast of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

The Heart of Rock and Roll, the new musical inspired by the iconic songs written and performed by Huey Lewis and The News, officially begins previews tonight, March 29. The musical  will open at The James Earl Jones Theatre on Monday, April 22. Meet the cast of The Heart of Rock and Roll here!
Video: Watch McKenzie Kurtz Perform 'It Hit Me Like a Hammer' From THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL

McKenzie Kurtz appeared on Late Night With Jimmy Kimmel to perform 'It Hit Me Like A Hammer' from The Heart of Rock & Roll. Kimmel sat down with Huey Lewis to discuss how the musical is 'significantly' different from it's pre-Broadway run. The televised Broadway performance is a rarity for Kimmel's LA-based talk show. Watch the video now!
Video: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Moves Into the James Earl Jones Theatre

Check out the latest video as THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL takes center stage at the James Earl Jones Theatre.
Up on the Marquee: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL

Rehearsals are now underway for The Heart of Rock and Roll, which is set to begin previews on March 29th, 2024. Check out photos of the Broadway marquee!
Photos: The Cast and Creatives of THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Meet the Press

The Heart of Rock and Roll is headed to Broadway this month! The show's cast and creative team recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos from the event here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Leah Read been in?

Leah Read has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

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Leah Read has not appeared in the West End.

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