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BIO

Lisa Howard has appeared on Broadway as Diva 1 in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, Missy Hart in 9 to 5 the musical, Head Nurse in Lincoln Center's revival of South Pacific and as Rona Lisa Peretti in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, for which she won a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Ensemble Performance. She toured the US in the national company of Les Miserables, where she played many performances as "Madame Thenardier", and has played leading roles regionally at Pittsburgh CLO, St. Louis MUNY, Olney Theater Center, Human Race Theater and Kansas City Starlight. Lisa made her feature film debut as Siobahn in "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2" and has also been seen on television in "Ugly Betty." Her debut solo CD, "Songs of Innocence and Experience" is available on iTunes. Lisa is a graduate of the Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music. www.lisahowardnyc.com. Twitter: @lisahowardnyc

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STAGE CREDITS

Escape to Margaritaville Escape to Margaritaville
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Tammy
Escape to Margaritaville Escape to Margaritaville
[Regional (US)]
World Premiere Production at La Jolla Playhouse, 2017
Tammy
Sunday in the Park with George Sunday in the Park with George
[New York]
New York City Center Concert Gala, 2016
Nurse
It Shoulda Been You It Shoulda Been You
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Jenny Steinberg
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Diva [Replacement]
9 to 5: The Musical 9 to 5: The Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Performer
9 to 5: The Musical 9 to 5: The Musical
[Los Angeles]
World Premiere, 2008
Performer
South Pacific South Pacific
[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2008
Ensemble
Lt. Genevieve Marshall
Bloody Mary (Understudy)
Little Fish
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 2006
Performer
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
Rona Lisa Peretti
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Rona Lisa Peretti
Rona Lisa Peretti
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Regional (US)]
Workshop, 2004
Performer
Pablo
[New York]
Reading, 2003
Performer

Movies

Runners
[ 1983 ] The School - Schoolgirl
1918
[ 1985 ] Constance
Rolling Vengeance
[ 1987 ] Misty
Moonstruck
[ 1987 ] Patricia
The War of the Roses
[ 1989 ] Nurse #2
Replikator
[ 1994 ] Lena

TV Shows

Counterstrike
Sam Carvaggio, Moya, Ari
Days of Our Lives
April Ramirez
Earth: Final Conflict
Lili Marquette, Kala
Highlander
Dr. Anne Lindsey
Suddenly Susan
Margo Richmond
Tropical Heat
Cass, Faye Cavanaugh, Nancy Hughes

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Lisa Howard, It Shoulda Been You

Drama League Awards - 2015 - Distinguished Performance Award

Lisa Howard, It Shoulda Been You

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AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42 Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42

Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE… 
SOUTH PACIFIC Reunion Concert at Lincoln Center to Offer Performance Only Tickets & D Photo
SOUTH PACIFIC Reunion Concert at Lincoln Center to Offer Performance Only Tickets & Digital Lottery

Lincoln Center Theater has announced performance-only tickets and a digital lottery for the SOUTH PACIFIC reunion concert, featuring members of the 2008 revival cast. Learn more about the performance here!
DEAD TO ME Star Max Jenkins to Join TITANIQUE as Jack Dawson Photo
DEAD TO ME Star Max Jenkins to Join TITANIQUE as Jack Dawson

Screen Actors Guild nominee Max Jenkins will set sail as Jack Dawson in the Lortel Award-winning Best Musical TITANIQUE. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
Cayleigh Capaldi & Joel Waggoner to Join TITANIQUE as Rose & Ruth Photo
Cayleigh Capaldi & Joel Waggoner to Join TITANIQUE as Rose & Ruth

Three new cast members will join TITANIQUE this fall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 in August Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 in August

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 in August, featuring Broadway's rising stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to Green Room 42 in July Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to Green Room 42 in July

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from Hell's Kitchen, Suffs, The Wiz, Water For Elephants, Cats: “the Jellicle Ball”, Back To The Future, and The Heart Of Rock And Roll.
Lisa Howard, Nathan Lee Graham & Tommy Bracco to Join TITANIQUE This Summer Photo
Lisa Howard, Nathan Lee Graham & Tommy Bracco to Join TITANIQUE This Summer

Three new stars boarding the 2023 Lortel Award-winning Best Musical TITANIQUE, on the occasion of the show’s second anniversary. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Theatre By The Sea Monday Evening Concerts Series Begins June 17 Photo
Theatre By The Sea Monday Evening Concerts Series Begins June 17

Theatre By The Sea's 2024 Monday Evening Concerts Series starts June 17, featuring performances by Broadway stars Lisa Howard, Brennyn Lark, and Julius Thomas III in A BROADWAY CELEBRATION.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to The Green Room 42 on May 20th Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to The Green Room 42 on May 20th

 AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  The Wiz, The Notebook, Back To The Future, & Juliet, The Great Gatsby, and Lempicka.
Lisa Howard, Tony d'Alelio, and More Will Join The Skivvies at Chelsea Table + Stage Photo
Lisa Howard, Tony d'Alelio, and More Will Join The Skivvies at Chelsea Table + Stage in May

The Skivvies will return to Chelsea Table + Stage next month with a new lineup! The duo, consisting of Nick Cearley and Lauren Molina, will be joined by Lisa Howard, Tony d’Alelio, Amy Hillner Larsen, Nicolas King, Andrew O'Shanick, Jenna Vox, and Racquel Williams.
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Bel Photo
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below

Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month

Join the much-anticipated return of AT THIS PERFORMANCE at The Green Room 42 on Monday, April 22, 2024. Experience an unforgettable night of Broadway magic.
Review: BROADWAY BY THE SEASON Shines a Spotlight on the Past at Merkin Hall Photo
Review: BROADWAY BY THE SEASON Shines a Spotlight on the Past at Merkin Hall

The Depression and World War II eras didn't stop Broadway from being filled with big shows and songs worth hearing again and again. Hear about what can be heard in a BroadwayWorld write-up.
Review: 54 Below Celebrated the Marquis Theater in a Jubilant Night of Song Photo
Review: 54 Below Celebrated the Marquis Theater in a Jubilant Night of Song

54 Below is known for its seemingly endless variety of themes as happy reasons to group songs from musical theatre. Here's another, looking at some shows that came to the Marquis, starting in 1986. There were over 30 musicals that played the Marquis Theatre, and nine were revisited with songs and stories at 54 Below.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month Photo
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month

The show will feature standbys, understudies, and alternates from various Broadway hits like DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, BACK TO THE FUTURE-THE MUSICAL, and more.
Jane Summerhays and Janine DiVita Join Marquis Theater Celebration at 54 Below Photo
Jane Summerhays and Janine DiVita Join Marquis Theater Celebration at 54 Below

Jane Summerhays, Diego Prieto, and Janine DiVita have joined the celebration at the Marquis Theater. Find out more about this event at 54 Below!
Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMAN Photo
Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, HARMONY, MJ THE MUSICAL, and KIMBERLY AKIMBO. Join us on Monday, February 19th at 7 PM for an evening of Broadway talent.
Kate Baldwin, Lisa Howard, and E. Clayton Cornelious Join 54 CELEBRATES THE MARQUIS T Photo
Kate Baldwin, Lisa Howard, and E. Clayton Cornelious Join 54 CELEBRATES THE MARQUIS THEATER

54 Below will present Kate Baldwin, Lisa Howard, and E. Clayton Cornelious in 54 Celebrates the Marquis Theatre.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Voting Ends 12/31 Photo
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lisa Howard been in?

Lisa Howard has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Lisa Howard been in?

Lisa Howard has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lisa Howard been nominated for?

Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for It Shoulda Been You and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for It Shoulda Been You.

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