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Broadway: The Great Gatsby, Sweeney Todd, Hamilton, Head Over Heels (OBC), Hot Feet (OBC, Emma). Tour: Hamilton (Original Chicago Cast, Philip Tour), Nickelodeon’s “LazyTown Live.” TV/Film: “FBI: Most Wanted,” “Fosse/Verdon,” “Girls5eva.” BFA: CCM. Love to Mom, Dad, and my husband, Alex. Thank you to Michael and the rest of the Chess team. For Frankie, Eevee, and Roo. @peanutpollino

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STAGE CREDITS

Chess
[Broadway]
2025
Ensemble
The Great Gatsby The Great Gatsby
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Swing (Swing)
Myrtle (Understudy)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Sweeney Todd Sweeney Todd
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2023
Ensemble
Only Gold Only Gold
[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Performer (Understudy)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Head Over Heels Head Over Heels
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Ensemble
Philoclea (Understudy)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Hamilton (Philip Company) Hamilton (Philip Company)
[US Tour]
2018
Ensemble [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Hamilton (Eliza Company) Hamilton (Eliza Company)
[US Tour]
Chicago, Los Angeles, National Tour Production, 2016
Hot Feet Hot Feet
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Emma

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Lea Michele and Cast of Broadway's CHESS to Perform on THE LATE SHOW Photo
Lea Michele and Cast of Broadway's CHESS to Perform on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2026

Lea Michele, along with the Broadway cast and orchestra of Chess, will visit The Late Show with Stephen Colbert next week for a musical performance from the hit revival. 
CHESS, MAMMA MIA!, and RAGTIME Lead Nominations for the Inaugural Broadway Ensemble A Photo
CHESS, MAMMA MIA!, and RAGTIME Lead Nominations for the Inaugural Broadway Ensemble Awards
by Joshua Wright - Mar 9, 2026

The Broadway Ensemble Awards have announced nominees for their inaugural ceremony recognizing Broadway chorus performers. The awards will be presented April 6, 2026 in New York City.
Regine Sophia Shares Backstage Scoop From CHESS Photo
Regine Sophia Shares Backstage Scoop From CHESS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

In this edition of Words From the Wings, we catch up with Regine Sophia who is in the Ensemble of Chess Broadway. She takes us backstage at the Imperial Theatre to share some of her favorite backstage moments, must-haves, and more!
CHESS Cast Will Visit Broadway Sessions Photo
CHESS Cast Will Visit Broadway Sessions
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

Ben Cameron’s long-running and award-winning Broadway Sessions will return to The Green Room 42 for a brand new seasons on Thursday, February 12th, for a late-night celebration of all things Broadway. The upcoming show will spotlight cast members from the  Broadway company of Chess! The company will be performing directly after their evening show.
CHESS Is Getting a New Broadway Cast Recording Photo
CHESS Is Getting a New Broadway Cast Recording
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 22, 2026

xProducers Tom Hulce, Robert Ahrens and The Shubert Organization along with Creative Partners Productions have just announced that Chess will record a Broadway cast album on Monday, January 26, 2026. A release date will be announced shortly.
CHESS on Broadway Releases New Block of Tickets Photo
CHESS on Broadway Releases New Block of Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

A new block of tickets is now on sale for the first-ever Broadway revival CHESS for performances through Sunday, June 14, 2026. Learn more about the show and get tickets here!
Lea Michele Announces CHESS on Broadway Planned Absence Dates Photo
Lea Michele Announces CHESS on Broadway Planned Absence Dates
by Gillian Blum - Dec 8, 2025

In a recent Instagram post, Lea Michele shared a list of dates when she will not be appearing in CHESS on Broadway, warning fans looking forward to seeing her with advance notice.
Photos: Cast of CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Curtain Call Photo
Photos: Cast of CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 17, 2025

The first-ever Broadway revival of Chess officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out photos of the cast, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, taking their first bows here! 
Video: CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows Photo
Video: CHESS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025

The first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out a video from curtain call, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, here! 
Video: Watch Highlights from CHESS on Broadway Photo
Video: Watch Highlights from CHESS on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - Nov 16, 2025

CHESS opens on Broadway Sunday night, and ahead of its first official performance, the production released official photos and video to give audiences a sneak peek at the star-studded revival.
Video: CHESS Cast Takes Their First Bows on Broadway Photo
Video: CHESS Cast Takes Their First Bows on Broadway
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2025

Chess has officially returned to Broadway! Watch a video of their curtain call from their first preview, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele, and Nicholas Christopher.
CHESS Rush Tickets: How to Get $49 Seats! Photo
CHESS Rush Tickets: How to Get $49 Seats!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2025

Discover how to get rush tickets for CHESS in 2026! Learn about the digital lottery and in-person options for affordable seats.
Meet the Cast of CHESS, Now Playing on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of CHESS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025

Chess is back on Broadway! Previews for Chess begin Wednesday, October 15 at the Imperial Theatre. The production officially opens Sunday, November 16. Meet the cast of Chess below!
Video: Go Inside CHESS Rehearsals With Nicholas Christopher Photo
Video: Go Inside CHESS Rehearsals With Nicholas Christopher
by Michael Major - Oct 7, 2025

Watch a video of Nicholas Christopher inside rehearsals for Broadway's Chess, also featuring Lea Michele and Aaron Tveit. Go inside the Michael Mayer-directed production now!
Photos: CHESS Stars Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher Meet the Press Photo
Photos: CHESS Stars Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 26, 2025

The cast of the upcoming Broadway revival of Chess, starring Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher, recently met the press ahead of the show's first performance next month. Check out photos here.
Video: Inside the First Rehearsals for CHESS on Broadway Photo
Video: Inside the First Rehearsals for CHESS on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - Sep 17, 2025

Director Michael Mayer and New Book Writer Danny Strong talk CHESS, starring Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit, and Nicholas Christopher at the Broadway revival's first rehearsal in new video.
Bryce Pinkham, Hannah Cruz, Bradley Dean & Sean Allan Krill Join CHESS on Br Photo
Bryce Pinkham, Hannah Cruz, Bradley Dean & Sean Allan Krill Join CHESS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 2, 2025

BroadwayWorld has just learned the complete cast for the first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS. Find out who will join previously announced Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit, Emmy Award nominee Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher. We have all of the details!
THE GREAT GATSBY Giving Fans the Chance to Dance on Its Stage With the 'New Money Dan Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY Giving Fans the Chance to Dance on Its Stage With the 'New Money Dance Challenge'
by Michael Major - Aug 11, 2025

The Great Gatsby is giving fans the chance to dance on the Broadway Theatre stage! The hit Broadway musical is hosting a competition in which fans will be able to take part in a New Money: Fan Edit video.
THE GREAT GATSBY's Samantha Pollino Takes Over Our Instagram Today Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY's Samantha Pollino Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - Jul 12, 2025

The Great Gatsby's Samantha Pollino is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as Pollino takes our Instagram followers backstage at the hit Broadway musical. Tune in to see the day in the life of a Broadway performer on a two-show-day!
Photos: Aisha Jackson & Ryan McCartan in THE GREAT GATSBY Photo
Photos: Aisha Jackson & Ryan McCartan in THE GREAT GATSBY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

You can now get a first look at The Great Gatsby's new cast featuring Aisha Jackson, who recently joined the production as Daisy Buchanan, starring opposite stage and screen favorite Ryan McCartan as Jay Gatsby. See photos here!
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How many Broadway shows has Samantha Pollino been in?

Samantha Pollino has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

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Samantha Pollino has not appeared in the West End.

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