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MK is honored to be the 25th woman to play Elphaba full time on Broadway. She believes in the transformative power of musical theater and its capacity to change lives for good. “Theater is like a gym for empathy” – B.English. MK spent a decade touring through 92 cities with Wicked (Elphaba), Mean Girls (Janis), and Hair (Sheila), before making her Broadway Debut last year as the Elphaba Standby. Syracuse University. Massive thanks to the best support team: Morrissey’s of 804, CGF Talent, DNW, the Glinda’s & Chistery’s who’ve seen me this far, and my leading man, Trevor. @maryspacekate

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STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2021
Janis Sarkisian

[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater Off-Broadway Premiere, 2017
Performer (Standby)

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 2009
Elphaba [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Elphaba [Replacement]

Elphaba (Standby) [Replacement]


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Casts of THE OUTSIDERS, SIX & More Will Perform Today at Broadway in Bryant Park Photo
Casts of THE OUTSIDERS, SIX & More Will Perform Today at Broadway in Bryant Park

LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park concludes its 2024 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. New Yorkers and visitors to the Big Apple alike are invited to stop by starting at 11 am, with performances running from 12:30pm – 1:30pm on the stage at Bryant Park. 
STRING Studio Cast Recording Out Now; Theatrical Licensing Now Available Photo
STRING Studio Cast Recording Out Now; Theatrical Licensing Now Available

Theatrical licensing for the musical, String, with book by Sarah Hammond, and music and lyrics by Adam Gown, is now available, alongside the release of its six-song original studio cast recording
Interview: Austen Danielle Bohmer and Lauren Samuels on Bringing WICKED to Toronto Photo
Interview: Austen Danielle Bohmer and Lauren Samuels on Bringing WICKED to Toronto

From June 5th until July 24th, the touring production of the hit Broadway Musical WICKED will be at Mirvish’s Princess of Wales Theatre. For over 20 years now, the songs, comedy, message, and heart of this musical have been captivating audiences with 'The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz.' Broadway World had the opportunity to chat with leads Austen Danielle Bohmer and Lauren Samuels about what it is like joining this juggernaut of a show, adjusting to life on tour, getting to be in WICKED at the same time that the much anticipated movie comes out, and what this show, these characters, and their powerful friendship means to them. 
Video: The Cast of WICKED on Broadway Reacts to New Movie Musical Trailer Photo
Video: The Cast of WICKED on Broadway Reacts to New Movie Musical Trailer

Earlier today, the movie musical adaptation of Wicked released a new trailer for the film Watch as the Broadway cast of Wicked reacts to the new teaser!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 5, 2024 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 5, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 5, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Interview: WICKED's Mary Kate Morrissey on Why Taking on Elphaba Full-Time 'Feels Rig Photo
Interview: WICKED's Mary Kate Morrissey on Why Taking on Elphaba Full-Time 'Feels Right'

In this exclusive interview, Mary Kate Morrissey shares her journey from being a standby to playing full-time Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway. She discusses her growth, experiences, and what it feels like to step into Elphaba's shoes on a permanent basis.
Video: The Best of Donna McKechnie Photo
Video: The Best of Donna McKechnie

Tony Award-winner Donna McKechnie is back on Broadway this spring! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, she just assumed the role of Madame Morrible in Wicked. To celebrate Donna's triumphant return to the Broadway stage, we've rounded up just a few videos of our favorite performances from Broadway past.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 6, 2024 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 6, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Mary Kate Morrissey, Alexandra Socha & Donna McKechnie in WICKED Photo
Photos: Mary Kate Morrissey, Alexandra Socha & Donna McKechnie in WICKED

Get your first look at Wicked on Broadway's wonderful new cast! See character photos of Mary Kate Morrissey, Alexandra Socha, Tony Award-winner Donna McKechnie, Natalie Ortega and and Tony Award nominee Brad Oscar!
Bonnie Milligan and J. Harrison Ghee Will Host Maestra's AMPLIFY 2024 Photo
Bonnie Milligan and J. Harrison Ghee Will Host Maestra's AMPLIFY 2024

Maestra Music will present the much-anticipated Amplify 2024, hosted by Tony Award winners Bonnie Milligan and J. Harrison Ghee. We have all the details!
Photos: Mary Kate Morrissey Shares Photos from Rehearsals for WICKED on Broadway Photo
Photos: Mary Kate Morrissey Shares Photos from Rehearsals for WICKED on Broadway

WICKED will welcome new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. The newest Elpheba on Broadway, Mary Kate Morrissey, shared photos from the rehearsal room. See the latest additions to Oz!
Interview: Donna McKechnie Remembers Her Friend Chita Rivera and Looks Ahead to WICKE Photo
Interview: Donna McKechnie Remembers Her Friend Chita Rivera and Looks Ahead to WICKED

BroadwayWorld spoke with Donna McKechnie as she shares her memories and thoughts on working alongside the iconic Chita Rivera. Discover the magic behind their friendship and the impact Chita had on the theater community.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 1, 2024 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 1, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Mary Kate Morrissey, Alexandra Socha, Donna McKechnie and More Will Take Over in WICK Photo
Mary Kate Morrissey, Alexandra Socha, Donna McKechnie and More Will Take Over in WICKED on Broadway

WICKED will welcome new cast members to the Gershwin Theatre this spring. Check out which five actors will step into Oz soon!
Julie Benko to Celebrate Mardi Gras at Birdland Jazz Club Photo
Julie Benko to Celebrate Mardi Gras at Birdland Jazz Club

Julie Benko, star of 'Funny Girl' and 'Harmony,' returns to Birdland Jazz Club to celebrate Mardi Gras.
Ari Axelrod to Debut New Show at Birdland This Month Photo
Ari Axelrod to Debut New Show at Birdland This Month

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of award-winning performer Ari Axelrod on Monday, January 29 at 7:00 PM.
Jenn Gambetese, Robin de Jesus, Alyssa Fox, Ginna Claire Mason and More Join Scott Al Photo
Jenn Gambetese, Robin de Jesus, Alyssa Fox, Ginna Claire Mason and More Join Scott Alan at Birdland in February

Songwriter Scott Alan will return to Birdland, along with some of today's brightest stars singing his compositions.  The one-night-only event will take place on Monday, February 5 at 7pm.
Exclusive: Backstage With Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth at WICKED's 20th Anniver Photo
Exclusive: Backstage With Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth at WICKED's 20th Anniversary

Wicked had something to celebrate at the Gershwin Theatre. Broadway's best gathered to celebrate 20 epic years on Broadway, a milestone that only three other shows have ever achieved. Check out exclusive photos from inside the big night!
Video: Elphabas Have an Elphaball at Broadway Sessions Photo
Video: Elphabas Have an Elphaball at Broadway Sessions

In this video, watch highlights from Broadway Sessions' annual ElphaBall, a Wicked celebration! Performers included:Talia Suskauer, Mary Kate Morrissey, Emily Koch, Brandi Chavonne Massey, Emily Schultheis, Sarah Anne Fernandez, Stephanie Torns and Emma Hunton.
Former WICKED Stars Unite For Broadway Sessions Annual ELPHABALL, October 12 Photo
Former WICKED Stars Unite For Broadway Sessions Annual ELPHABALL, October 12

Ben Cameron's Broadway Sessions returns to The Green Room 42 on Thursday October 12th, 10pm, with the annual ElphaBall, a Wicked celebration!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Mary Kate Morrissey been in?

Mary Kate Morrissey has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Mary Kate Morrissey been in?

Mary Kate Morrissey has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Mary Kate Morrissey's first West End show?

Mary Kate Morrissey's first West End show was Wicked West End which opened in 2021

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