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Shanel Bailey, a proud NYC native, and Syracuse University MT alumna, is thrilled to be a part of this legendary production! Most recently, Lavella Cole in The Goodman’s Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (world-premiere). Broadway: The Book of Mormon (Nabulungi u/s). Off-Broadway: Crumbs From the Table of Joy (Ernestine) (1st NY revival), Arms and The Man (Raina).TV credits: Two-time Emmy and GLAAD award nominated Grease: Rise Of the Pink Ladies as series-regular (Hazel), The Equalizer, The Good Fight, & more. Represented by HCKR & 360 Management. Thank you God, Mom, and my village.

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Crumbs From The Table of Joy Crumbs From The Table of Joy
[Off-Broadway]
Keen Company Off-Broadway Production, 2023
Performer
The Book of Mormon The Book of Mormon
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Ensemble [Replacement]

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GYPSY Cast Will Take Over Broadway Sessions This February Photo
GYPSY Cast Will Take Over Broadway Sessions This February
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

Ben Cameron's long running, award winning, Broadway Sessions returns for 2025 with the cast of the acclaimed Broadway revival of Gypsy. Learn more about the performance here!
Video: Joy Woods Discusses Playing Louise in Broadway's GYPSY Photo
Video: Joy Woods Discusses Playing Louise in Broadway's GYPSY
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 15, 2025

Gypsy is now open on Broadway and the show, led by Audra McDonald, is receiving rave reviews. Joy Woods plays Louise in the production, and the star recently joined The View to discuss her character and the casting choices on display in the revival. Watch the interview!
Video: First Look at Audra McDonald in GYPSY Photo
Video: First Look at Audra McDonald in GYPSY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2024

The new Broadway revival of GYPSY, starring six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald as Rose, opens tonight at the Majestic Theatre. Check out all new video footage from the production here! 
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning Photo
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

CBS Sunday Morning spoke with Audra McDonald and director George C. Wolfe about their production of Gypsy, currently running on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre, and the task of taking on a character like Mama Rose. Watch the video here!
Audra McDonald Says She Discussed Starring in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and GYPSY with Son Photo
Audra McDonald Says She Discussed Starring in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and GYPSY with Sondheim
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 15, 2024

While discussing how Gypsy came about with The New Yorker, Audra McDonald revealed that another iconic Sondheim role might be on the horizon in the future.
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING A Photo
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2024

Gypsy star Joy Woods visited Good Morning America to discuss her role in the new production of the acclaimed musical. During the interview, she talked about the revival, working with her co-stars, and offered advice for young performers. Watch it now!
Photos: First Look At Audra McDonald In GYPSY On Broadway Photo
Photos: First Look At Audra McDonald In GYPSY On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2024

The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway tonight,  Thursday, November 21 at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre.  The production has released its official first look at Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald as 'Mama' Rose Hovick and Joy Woods in the title role. See the photos!
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2024

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!
Tryphena Wade To Stand by for Audra McDonald In GYPSY Photo
Tryphena Wade To Stand by for Audra McDonald In GYPSY
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2024

The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway this week, has finalized its casting. Learn more about Audra McDonald's standby who goes on if the star is ever out sick.
GYPSY to Offer $49 and $39 Tickets Through Rush & Standing Room Policies Photo
GYPSY to Offer $49 and $39 Tickets Through Rush & Standing Room Policies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024

The revival of GYPSY, directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe and starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, has announced it rush and standing room ticket policies. Learn how to purchase discounted tickets.
GYPSY Casts Rescue Dogs in the Role of 'Chowsie' Photo
GYPSY Casts Rescue Dogs in the Role of 'Chowsie'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2024

The Broadway revival of Gypsy has announced the furry friends who will be taking the stage in the role of 'Chowsie'. Tana June and Indy, two rescues from Homeward Bound in Elkhart, Indiana. Tana June will play the role, with Indy understudying. Meet the dogs here.
Photos: Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein & More GYPSY Character Portraits Photo
Photos: Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein & More GYPSY Character Portraits
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2024

You can now get a first look at the cast of GYPSY on Broadway in character! Check out photos of Audra McDonald and more in new character portraits here! Learn more about the Broadway revival and see how to purchase tickets.
What We Know So Far About MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL on Broadway Photo
What We Know So Far About MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL on Broadway
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 6, 2024

Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, is coming to Broadway in 2025. What do we know so far about the new musical?
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Will Open Photo
Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown's MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Will Open on Broadway in 2025
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL, the new musical from Taylor Mac and Jason Robert Brown, is headed to Broadway next year!
GYPSY Starring Audra McDonald Reveals Full Broadway Cast Photo
GYPSY Starring Audra McDonald Reveals Full Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024

The full cast has been announced for GYPSY on Broadway, directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe. Find out who's joining Audra McDonald, Danny Burstein, and more in the show here!
Review: MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre Photo
Review: MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Rachel Weinberg - Jul 9, 2024

MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL is a sprawling, messy musical that weaves together the threads of several characters in 1980s Savannah, Georgia. Composer/lyricist Jason Robert Brown draws on a variety of different musical styles, while Taylor Mac’s book scenes present a series of vignettes for the Savannah residents.
Photos: First Look at MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre Photo
Photos: First Look at MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2024

Get a first look at photos of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil at Goodman Theatre. See who is starring and learn more about the production!
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Extends at Goodman Theatre Photo
MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Extends at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2024

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil has been extended at Goodman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Sierra Boggess, And More Prep For MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF Photo
Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Sierra Boggess, And More Prep For MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024

Check out photos from inside rehearsals for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil—a world-premiere musical based on John Berendt’s iconic non-fiction book!
Video: Rob Ashford Discusses MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL Photo
Video: Rob Ashford Discusses MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD AND EVIL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024

Watch as Rob Ashford discusses Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.
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Shanel Bailey has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

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