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BIO

Melody Butiu BROADWAY: Doctor Zhivago. OFF-BROADWAY: David Byrne's Here Lies Love at The Public Theater (Original Cast Recording/Lucille Lortel nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical, 2013) REGIONAL THEATRE: Vietgone (Geva Theatre Center/Denver Center for the Performing Arts), Right to be Forgotten (world premiere, Arena Stage), South Pacific at REV Theatre Company, A Christmas Carol, M. Butterfly, Shipwrecked! An Entertainment, The Amazing Adventures of Louis de Rougemont (world premiere), and The Intelligent Design of Jenny Chow (world premiere, South Coast Repertory), Here Lies Love (Seattle Rep), Merrily We Roll Along (Wallis Annenberg Center), Sunday in the Park with George (Huntington Theatre), Stage Kiss, Shipwrecked!, and Nightmare Alley (Geffen Playhouse), Monstress (American Conservatory Theatre), Helen and Hippolytos (Getty Villa), Shipwrecked (Actors Theatre of Louisville) Long Story Short and Celebration of the Lizard (San Diego Repertory), A Perfect Wedding (world premiere, Kirk Douglas Theatre), A Little Night Music, The Theory of Everything, Golden Child, Leilani's Hibiscus (East West Players), Land of Smiles (Gate Theater, Thailand), The Theory of Everything (Singapore Rep), Long Season (Perseverance Theatre), Dogeaters and Boy (world premiere, La Jolla Playhouse). You can catch her as Tita Yvonne in the upcoming Amblin/Rideback feature film, Easter Sunday, starring comedian Jo Koy, in April 2022. Melody’s other TV/Film credits include Call Me Kat, Mom, This Is Us, The Kominsky Method, NCIS:LA, Kingdom, Rizzoli & Isles, Major Crimes, Gotham, NCIS, True Blood, Swearing, The Patients, and Untold: This is My Story (limited re-release September 2021). She lives in Manhattan Beach, CA. More at melodybutiu.com Instagram: @themelodybutiu. MFA: UC San Diego

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Estrella Cumpas

[Los Angeles]
Wallis Annenberg Center Production, 2016
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Return Production, 2014
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2013
Ensemble


Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Melody Butiu, Here Lies Love

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to South Coast Repertory

South Coast Repertory will share with Orange County audiences the 44th production of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol, adapted by Jerry Patch, and directed by Hisa Takakuwa.
VIDEO: Final Curtain Call For Pre-Broadway QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

Watch the final curtain call for The Queen of Versailles at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. The production concluded its run on August 2th, 2024.
QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Resumes Performances in Boston Following Cancellation Due To Battery Leak

The Queen of Versailles will resume performances at the Emerson Colonial Theatre in time for the matinée after a performance cancellation due to a 'battery leak' on August 20th. Producer Bill Damaschke shared the news with the seated audience.
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth & More at THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Opening Night

See photos of Kristin Chenoweth, F. Murray Abraham and more at opening night of The Queen of Versailles in Boston. learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: Kristin Chenoweth Glitters in World Premiere of THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES at Emerson Colonial Theatre

Jackie Siegel first came to the public’s attention as the subject of Lauren Greenfeld’s 2012 documentary, “The Queen of Versailles,” a real-life look at the former Mrs. Florida who married a billionaire and then, inspired by trips not only to France but to Las Vegas, set about building with him their own Palace of Versailles in Orlando.
Review Roundup: Kristin Chenoweth Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

The Queen of Versailles will take its Broadway bow during the 2025-26 season, following a the world premiere engagement at the Emerson Colonial Theatre that officially opened on August 1st, 2024. Read all the reviews!
Photos: First Look At Kristin Chenoweth & Company in QUEEN OF VERSAILLES; Announces Broadway Run

The Queen of Versailles will take its Broadway bow during the 2025-26 season, following a the world premiere engagement at the Emerson Colonial Theatre. Check out all-new photos of the cast in action!
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Celebrates Birthday On Stage at THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

Watch as Kristin Chenoweth celebrates her birthday on stage at Boston's Emerson Colonial Theatre following a performance of The Queen of Versailles. The celebration happened after the performance on July 24th, 2024.
Boston Mayor Declares July 24, 2024 As 'Kristin Chenoweth Day'

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu officially proclaims July 24, 2024, as Kristin Chenoweth Day in the City of Boston, honoring the celebrated actress and singer.
Photos: Kristin Chenoweth & F. Murray Abraham Get Ready for THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

We've got your first look at Kristin Chenoweth and F. Murray Abraham in character in the upcoming Broadway-bound production of The Queen of Versailles. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Go Inside the Farewell Gathering for TITANIC at Encores!

Titanic concluded its run as part of New York City Center Encores! on Sunday, June 23rd. The company held a closing celebration, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
What We Know So Far About THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Musical

Did you know that The Queen of Versailles will soon hold court on stage? The new musical is getting ready for an out-of-town run this summer before heading to Broadway. What do you need to know about the new musical? Let's study up!
Pre-Broadway Run of Kristin Chenoweth-Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Extends; Plus Complete Casting!

The Queen of Versailles, led by Kristin Chenoweth, has announced that the pre-Broadway engagement at Boston’s historic Emerson Colonial Theatre has extended. Plus, learn more about the additonal casting here!
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Performs 'Caviar Dreams' From THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

Last weekend, Kristin Chenoweth performed at NJPAC in New Jersey, where she debuted the new song 'Caviar Dreams' from the upcoming musical The Queen of Versailles. Check out the video here!
Creative Team Set For Kristin Chenoweth-Led Pre-Broadway Run of THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES

The creative team for the world premiere of The Queen of Versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth, has been announced. Learn more about this pre-Broadway musical here!
Kristin Chenoweth-Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Will Have Pre-Broadway Run in Boston This Summer

New Stephen Schwartz musical, The Queen of Versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth, will have its pre-Broadway run in Boston this summer! Learn more about this new musical and find out when you can catch it here!
Photos: HERE LIES LOVE Star Arielle Jacobs Gets Her Caricature Unveiled at Sardi's

Arielle Jacobs received her portrait at Sardi's. Check out photos from the unveiling here!
Videos: HERE LIES LOVE Cast Performs Three 'Unplugged' Songs From the Musical

Three new videos have been released featuring 'unplugged' versions of songs from the Broadway musical Here Lies Love. The videos feature the songs 'Eleven Days', 'Here Lies Love', and 'Sugartime Baby'.
Video: Watch the Cast of HERE LIES LOVE Perform Unplugged 'Child of the Philippines'

Watch the male ensemble of Here Lies Love perform an unplugged version of 'Child of the Philippines' here!
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Cast Members Perform Unplugged Version of 'Walk Like A Woman'

Watch Here Lies Love cast members Sarah Kay and Nathan Angelo perform an unplugged version of 'Walk Like A Woman' below!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Melody Butiu been in?

Melody Butiu has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Melody Butiu been in?

Melody Butiu has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Melody Butiu been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (The Lortels) for Here Lies Love.

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