Ruthie Henshall
Birth Place: ENGLAND
Latest News on Ruthie Henshall:
Bianca Marroquín Will Return to CHICAGO Next Month (Oct 23, 2024)
Julian Ovenden Comes to Cadogan Hall Featuring Scott Frankel in October (Jun 27, 2024)
Interview: Brodie Donougher of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at Raimund Theater (Jun 3, 2024)
Bianca Marroquín Will Return to CHICAGO Next Month (Oct 23, 2024)
Julian Ovenden Comes to Cadogan Hall Featuring Scott Frankel in October (Jun 27, 2024)
Interview: Brodie Donougher of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at Raimund Theater (Jun 3, 2024)
BIO
Ruthie Henshall’s multi-award winning career has seen her star in the most popular musicals of the past thirty years including Cats, Miss Saigon, Crazy For You, She Loves Me, Marguerite, Oliver!, A Chorus Line, Les Misérables, Billy Elliot and Chicago. She has also enjoyed tremendous success in plays, in concert and on television. Most recently, Ruthie played Mama Morton in Chicago in the West End, making her the only British actress to have played all three leading female roles in the show.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]
Performer [Replacement]
Movies
Billy Elliot
[ 2014 ] Mrs. Wilkinson
[ 2014 ] Mrs. Wilkinson
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Actress In A Musical
Ruthie Henshall, Marguerite
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment
Ruthie Henshall, Peggy Sue Got Married
Olivier Awards - 1998 - Best Actress in a Musical
Ruthie HenshallChicago
winner
Olivier Awards - 1995 - Best Actress in a Musical
Ruthie Henshall, She Loves Me
Olivier Awards - 1993 - Best Actress in a Musical
Ruthie Henshall, Crazy For You
Videos
Video: Watch Jenny Fitzpatrick Perform 'As Long As He Needs Me' From OLIVER! at Leeds Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023
VIDEO: Listen to 'Fade to Grey' the Second Song From the Workshop of WORLD APART
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2020
VIDEO: Get a First Listen to 'Discovery (Could It Be Now?)' From the Workshop of New Musical WORLDS APART
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2020
Video Roundup: COME FROM AWAY, SIX, THE LION KING, and TINA Perform at the 2019 Olivier Awards
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2019
VIDEO: Watch Patti LuPone Accept Her Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical
by Alan Henry - Apr 7, 2019
VIDEO: See All The Performances From The Olivier Awards; COME FROM AWAY, SIX, TINA, COMPANY and More!
by Alan Henry - Apr 7, 2019
VIDEO: West End's Ruthie Henshall Talks First-Ever Musical Cruise 'BRAVO'
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2017
TV: Broadway Belts Out Kander & Ebb in Rehearsal for AND THE WORLD GOES 'ROUND Gala!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 21, 2017
AUDIO: Listen to Christine Ebersole, Ruthie Henshall, and More on ENCORES! Cast Recording of ZIEGFELD FOLLIES OF 1936
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 31, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Meet 10-Year-Old Thomas Hazelby, UK's Newest 'Billy Elliot'
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 11, 2015
STAGE TUBE: West End's BILLY ELLIOT Reveals What it Takes to be 'Billy'
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 4, 2014
TV: First Look at New Trailer for BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL LIVE!
by Christina Mancuso - Jun 13, 2014
News
Bianca Marroquín Will Return to CHICAGO Next Month
Bianca Marroquín is headed back to Chicago! The Broadway company of the musical will welcome her back to the role of Roxie Hart beginning on Monday, November 25 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Bianca Marroquín is headed back to Chicago! The Broadway company of the musical will welcome her back to the role of Roxie Hart beginning on Monday, November 25 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Julian Ovenden Comes to Cadogan Hall Featuring Scott Frankel in October
Star of stage and screen, Julian Ovenden, will play one night only at Cadogan Hall on Monday 14 October.
Star of stage and screen, Julian Ovenden, will play one night only at Cadogan Hall on Monday 14 October.
Interview: Brodie Donougher of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at Raimund Theater
From being Billy Elliot for more than two years and closing the show in London's West End to the San Francisco Ballett School and San Francisco Ballet Trainee Tour, followed by a contract with the Grand Rapids Ballett Brodie Donougher is part of the PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Cast in Vienna, starring as Hannibals Guard.
From being Billy Elliot for more than two years and closing the show in London's West End to the San Francisco Ballett School and San Francisco Ballet Trainee Tour, followed by a contract with the Grand Rapids Ballett Brodie Donougher is part of the PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Cast in Vienna, starring as Hannibals Guard.
Bianca Marroquin and Natasha Yvette Williams Will Return to CHICAGO on Broadway
Chicago on Broadway will welcome back Bianca Marroquín in the role of “Roxie Hart” and Tony nominee Natasha Yvette Williams in the role of “Matron Mama Morton.' Both will return beginning Monday, April 8 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Chicago on Broadway will welcome back Bianca Marroquín in the role of “Roxie Hart” and Tony nominee Natasha Yvette Williams in the role of “Matron Mama Morton.' Both will return beginning Monday, April 8 at the Ambassador Theatre.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 7, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: 42ND STREET at Princess Of Wales
If you're looking for a holiday musical to entertain the whole family, 42nd Street is full of song and dance, sparkling costumes, and toe-tapping spectacle. The Tony Award-winning production is playing at the Princess of Wales Theatre into the New Year.
If you're looking for a holiday musical to entertain the whole family, 42nd Street is full of song and dance, sparkling costumes, and toe-tapping spectacle. The Tony Award-winning production is playing at the Princess of Wales Theatre into the New Year.
Photos: MAGIC MIKE LIVE in London Celebrates its 5th Birthday
On Tuesday 28 November, Magic Mike Live in London celebrated its 5th Birthday at The Theatre at the Hippodrome Casino. Guests included Billy Porter, Steven Soderbergh, Ruthie Henshall and Vanessa Feltz. Check out photos here!
On Tuesday 28 November, Magic Mike Live in London celebrated its 5th Birthday at The Theatre at the Hippodrome Casino. Guests included Billy Porter, Steven Soderbergh, Ruthie Henshall and Vanessa Feltz. Check out photos here!
ESPECIAL: CHICAGO cumple 27 años en Broadway
Si bien EL FANTASMA DE LA ÓPERA es el musical más longevo de la historia de Broadway y LOS MISERABLES lo es del West End, el puesto a la producción estadounidense más longeva de la historia de la Great White Way se lo lleva el revival de CHICAGO, que hoy cumple la friolera de 27 años ininterrumpidos en Broadway.
Si bien EL FANTASMA DE LA ÓPERA es el musical más longevo de la historia de Broadway y LOS MISERABLES lo es del West End, el puesto a la producción estadounidense más longeva de la historia de la Great White Way se lo lleva el revival de CHICAGO, que hoy cumple la friolera de 27 años ininterrumpidos en Broadway.
Video: Watch Jenny Fitzpatrick Perform 'As Long As He Needs Me' From OLIVER! at Leeds Playhouse
Leeds Playhouse has released exclusive footage of the West End’s Jenny Fitzpatrick performing the ballad ‘As Long As He Needs Me’ from Lionel Bart’s Oliver!
Leeds Playhouse has released exclusive footage of the West End’s Jenny Fitzpatrick performing the ballad ‘As Long As He Needs Me’ from Lionel Bart’s Oliver!
Review: 42ND STREET, Sadler's Wells
“You’re going out a youngster, but you’ve got to come back a star!” Ever since the pandemic forced theatres to close, then threw their return into jeopardy as actor after actor tested positive for COVID, and performances were either cancelled or more cover than normal was called on at short notice, the importance of the understudy has been back at the forefront of theatregoers’ minds. This is one very good reason for a new production to be mounted, just four years after the Theatre Royal Drury Lane version closed its doors.
“You’re going out a youngster, but you’ve got to come back a star!” Ever since the pandemic forced theatres to close, then threw their return into jeopardy as actor after actor tested positive for COVID, and performances were either cancelled or more cover than normal was called on at short notice, the importance of the understudy has been back at the forefront of theatregoers’ minds. This is one very good reason for a new production to be mounted, just four years after the Theatre Royal Drury Lane version closed its doors.
Interview: 'It's a Beast of a Show' Actor Nicole-Lily Baisden on Lessons Learned in 42ND STREET
Actor Nicole-Lily Baisden is playing the role of Peggy Sawyer; fresh off the bus from small-town America, she arrives in New York City dreaming of her name in lights. Nicole-Lily spoke to BroadwayWorld about the necessary stamina she needs for this show within the show and what playing Peggy has taught her about herself.
Actor Nicole-Lily Baisden is playing the role of Peggy Sawyer; fresh off the bus from small-town America, she arrives in New York City dreaming of her name in lights. Nicole-Lily spoke to BroadwayWorld about the necessary stamina she needs for this show within the show and what playing Peggy has taught her about herself.
Photos: Ruthie Henshall, Adam Garcia & The Cast of 42 STREET Arrive at Sadler's Wells
See photos of the cast of 42nd Street arriving at Sadler’s Wells ahead of their first performance, where it will play until Sunday 2 July!
See photos of the cast of 42nd Street arriving at Sadler’s Wells ahead of their first performance, where it will play until Sunday 2 July!
Photos: First Look at 42ND STREET at Curve, Leicester and Sadler's Wells
Production photos have been released from 42nd Street at Curve, Leicester ahead of playing Sadler’s Wells. The production plays at Curve, Leicester until Saturday 3rd June, followed by a season at Sadler’s Wells, London from Wednesday 7th June 2023.
Production photos have been released from 42nd Street at Curve, Leicester ahead of playing Sadler’s Wells. The production plays at Curve, Leicester until Saturday 3rd June, followed by a season at Sadler’s Wells, London from Wednesday 7th June 2023.
Photos: See Ruthie Henshall, Les Dennis & More in Rehearsals for 42 STREET
See rehearsal photos for 42nd Street, playing Curve, Leicester and Sadler’s Wells!
See rehearsal photos for 42nd Street, playing Curve, Leicester and Sadler’s Wells!
Samantha Womack, Michael Praed, Faye Tozer, Les Dennis and Nicole-Lily Baisden Will Lead 42ND STREET UK Tour
Samantha Womack will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Michael Praed as Julian Marsh, Faye Tozer as Maggie Jones, Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer in the UK tour of 42nd STREET.
Samantha Womack will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Michael Praed as Julian Marsh, Faye Tozer as Maggie Jones, Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer in the UK tour of 42nd STREET.
THE BAND'S VISIT, OKLAHOMA! and More Will Perform at the 2023 Olivier Awards
The 2023 Olivier Awards have officially announced the shows performing in this year's ceremony. The Awards will take place on Sunday 2 April at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Hannah Waddingham.
The 2023 Olivier Awards have officially announced the shows performing in this year's ceremony. The Awards will take place on Sunday 2 April at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Hannah Waddingham.
CABARET, WICKED, and More Join MAGIC AT THE MUSICALS; Plus Hosts Announced!
Magic Radio's Magic at the Musicals has added a further six theatre shows to its 2023 line-up. Learn more about the lineup here!
Magic Radio's Magic at the Musicals has added a further six theatre shows to its 2023 line-up. Learn more about the lineup here!
Ruthie Henshall, Adam Garcia, Les Dennis and Nicole-Lily Baisden Will Lead 42ND STREET at Curve Leicester and Sadler's Wells
Olivier Award-winning actress Ruthie Henshall will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Olivier-nominee Adam Garcia as Julian Marsh, stage and TV personality Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer in 42nd STREET at Curve, Leicester and Sadler's Wells.
Olivier Award-winning actress Ruthie Henshall will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Olivier-nominee Adam Garcia as Julian Marsh, stage and TV personality Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer in 42nd STREET at Curve, Leicester and Sadler's Wells.
Video: Watch Broadway Greats Sing OLIVER!'s 'As Long As He Needs Me'
Lionel Bart's Oliver! has been a household name since its premiere in 1960 but has not been seen on a New York City stage for nearly 40 years. While we await its return, study up on videos of some of the greatest performances of the show's most iconic anthem, Nancy's 'As Long As He Needs Me.'
Lionel Bart's Oliver! has been a household name since its premiere in 1960 but has not been seen on a New York City stage for nearly 40 years. While we await its return, study up on videos of some of the greatest performances of the show's most iconic anthem, Nancy's 'As Long As He Needs Me.'
CHICAGO Welcomes Back Bianca Marroquín as Velma Kelly Next Month
The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Bianca Marroquín, a longtime veteran of the show, in the role of “Velma Kelly” for a limited run beginning Monday, March 13 through Sunday, April 9 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).
The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Bianca Marroquín, a longtime veteran of the show, in the role of “Velma Kelly” for a limited run beginning Monday, March 13 through Sunday, April 9 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ruthie Henshall been in?
Ruthie Henshall has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Ruthie Henshall been in?
Ruthie Henshall has appeared on London's West End in 12 shows.
What was Ruthie Henshall's first West End show?
Ruthie Henshall's first West End show was Cats which opened in 1981
What awards has Ruthie Henshall been nominated for?
Ruthie Henshall has been nominated for several awards, including Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Marguerite, Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Peggy Sue Got Married, Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Chicago, Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for She Loves Me, and Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Crazy For You.
What awards has Ruthie Henshall won?
Ruthie Henshall has won the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her performance in She Loves Me.
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