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BIO

Wallace appeared in the original Broadway casts of Aladdin (2014) and Something Rotten! (2015) as a member of the ensemble and understudy. In January 2017 she became an alternate Effie White in the West End production of Dreamgirls. Following the departure of Amber Riley from the production, Wallace took over the role, sharing with Karen Mav and Moya Angela. In 2017, she released a Christmas album called Soul Holiday. In 2019, she joined the original London cast of Waitress as Becky. In Summer 2021 she starred in the London Coliseum production of Hairspray as Motormouth Maybelle opposite Michael Ball. For this role she was nominated for the 2021 Black British Theatre Awards as Best Female Actor in a Musical.



In 2022, she played Ado Annie in Oklahoma! at the Young Vic, a performance which garnered her an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical.

Wallace is the singing voice of Ms. Johnston in Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey on Netflix.

In March 2024, Wallace entered the Celebrity Big Brother house to compete in the twenty-third series.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2023
MISS ADELAIDE [Replacement]

[West End]
2023
MISS ADELAIDE [Replacement]

[West End]
2022
[Replacement]

[West End]
London Revival, 2021
Motormouth Maybelle

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2019
Becky

[West End]
West End Premiere Production, 2016
Effie White (Alternate) [Replacement]

Effie White (Alternate) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Ensemble

[US Tour]
1st National US Tour, 2012
Performer


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News


SOMETHING ROTTEN! Will Make UK Premiere in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

A fully staged production of the 10-time Tony Award nominated comedy musical Something Rotten! will make its UK premiere in 2026. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Video: Marisha Wallace Performs 'Maybe This Time' From CABARET
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025

An all new video has been released of Marisha Wallace performing 'Maybe This Time' from Cabaret as part of the The National Lottery's Big Night of Musicals. Check out the video here!
Michael Ball, Marisha Wallace & More Will Take Part in National Lottery's Big Night Of Musicals 2025
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025

The National Lottery’s Big Night of Musicals brought together theatre’s biggest shows all on one stage to mark 30 years of The National Lottery supporting and funding over 20,000 theatre related projects. 
Photo: New Look at Orville Peck as the Emcee in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by Michael Major - Mar 11, 2025

See a new look at Orville Peck as the Emcee in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. The photo cuts off Peck's eyes, not yet making it clear if the country music singer will don one of his classic masks for his performance.
Photo: New Look at Eva Noblezada as 'Sally Bowles' in CABARET
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2025

See a new look at Eva Noblezada in character as Sally Bowles in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. The Great Gatsby alum joins the Broadway revival alongside Orville Peck. See new photos of her in in Sally Bowles' fuzzy green jacket and purple costume.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from GYPSY; MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL; & JULIET; OH, MARY!; HADESTOWN; and more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 3, 2025
by - Mar 3, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 3, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Video: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace Shine in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB London
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Watch exclusive footage of Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in CABARET at London's Kit Kat Club. Discover production details and secure your tickets now for this must-see musical event.
Photos: Eva Noblezada & Orville Peck Get Into CABARET Costume
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2025

A first look at Eva Noblezada and Orville Peck in Cabaret has been revealed. The production has shared first look photos of the pair in costume, teasing a first look at Peck without his iconic mask on.
Interview: 'I Feel Like I'm Blazing a Trail': Performer Marisha Wallace on Her Amazing Career and Upcoming Solo Concert In London
by Kat Mokrynski - Feb 21, 2025

Marisha Wallace will be bringing her “biggest ever headline show” to the Adelphi Theatre for one-night only on 11 March. Recently, we had the chance to chat with Marisha Wallace about her upcoming concert. We discussed her journey from the States to the UK, her return to the Adelphi Theatre after she performed there in Waitress and even a bit about the creative process behind the show!
Over 70 Shows to Take Part in London Theatre Week, Offering Tickets From £15
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 17, 2025

The West End's biggest celebration of theatre will return with London Theatre Week running for the next two weeks from today until Sunday 2 March. Learn more about the participating shows!
New Cast Joins Prologue Company of CABARET at the Kit Kat Club
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025

The West End production of CABARET at the KIT KAT CLUB will welcome new members to the show's Prologue Company from 3 February 2025. Learn more about the new cast here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 29, 2025
by - Jan 29, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 29, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in CABARET in London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025

All new photos have been released of Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in CABARET at the Kit Kat Club in London. The pair begin performances in the show tonight, Tuesday 28 January 2025. Check out photos here! Explore new photos and discover the full cast and show details here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 22, 2025
by - Jan 22, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 22, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace in Rehearsal For CABARET
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

All new rehearsal photos have been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club starring Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace, ahead of their first performance. Check out the photos here!
ROBIN HOOD Becomes The London Palladium's Best-selling Pantomime
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

As the curtain fell on yesterday's closing performance of the annual West End spectacle of the Palladium Pantomime, this year's production Robin Hood has become the most successful of them all.
Set Pieces From The Bridge Theatre's GUYS & DOLLS Now Available on eBay
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

The neon signs from The Bridge Theatre's production of Guys and Dolls are now available for bidding on eBay! The production began performances on 3 March, 2023 and will play its final performance on 4 January 2025. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 3, 2024
by - Dec 3, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 3, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace Will Lead CABARET in London
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2024

The London production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club is getting a new cast! Beginning next month, Emmy, Tony and Grammy award winner Billy Porter will play The Emcee and double Olivier award nominee Marisha Wallace will play Sally Bowles

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marisha Wallace been in?

Marisha Wallace has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Marisha Wallace been in?

Marisha Wallace has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.

What was Marisha Wallace's first West End show?

Marisha Wallace's first West End show was Dreamgirls which opened in 2016

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