Sharon Wheatley
Latest News on Sharon Wheatley:
Broadway Stars Pay Tribute to Linda Balgord (Mar 6, 2024)
Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE to Have Industry Reading This Month (Oct 18, 2023)
Hunter Parrish, Erin Davie & More to Lead BALLAD OF DREAMS Industry Presentation (Oct 2, 2023)
Broadway Stars Pay Tribute to Linda Balgord (Mar 6, 2024)
Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE to Have Industry Reading This Month (Oct 18, 2023)
Hunter Parrish, Erin Davie & More to Lead BALLAD OF DREAMS Industry Presentation (Oct 2, 2023)
BIO
Sharon Wheatley originated the role of Diane in Come From Away and appears on the cast album. Previous Broadway includes Avenue Q, Les Miserables, Cats and The Phantom of the Opera. Also a writer, her published memoir ‘Til The Fat Girl Sings is available on her website www.sharonwheatley.com and on Amazon. Sharon is joyfully mother to Charlotte (20) and Beatrix (10) who make life worth living. Many thanks to Rachel Hoffman, Craig Holzberg, and Chris Ashley. For Mom and Dad.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Ford's Theater Production, 2016
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Performer [Replacement]
Performer [Replacement]
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[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2006
Angelette Imogene Charlene
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1988
Page [Replacement]
Performer (Swing) [Replacement]
Videos
VIDEO: COME FROM AWAY Performs 'Welcome to the Rock' on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - Jul 21, 2022
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT, COME FROM AWAY, And More Perform In Bryant Park!
by Alan Henry - Jul 26, 2018
TV: What Went on Backstage at Broadway Backwards? Go Behind the Scenes!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 3, 2018
Video Flashback: Newfoundland Meets Broadway on Opening Night of COME FROM AWAY!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 12, 2018
VIDEO: Lea Salonga, Mandy Gonzalez & More Celebrate International Women's Day
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 8, 2018
VIDEO: Tom Brokaw Examines Real-Life Inspiration Behind Broadway's COME FROM AWAY
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 16, 2017
TV: Newfoundland Meets Broadway on Opening Night of COME FROM AWAY!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Mar 13, 2017
TV: Fly to the Middle of Nowhere with Highlights from COME FROM AWAY on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 10, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Jenn Colella Performs High Flying Number from COME FROM AWAY
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Stars of Broadway-Bound COME FROM AWAY Perform "Welcome to the Rock"
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2017
STAGE TUBE: COME FROM AWAY Preps for Journey to Broadway with New Commercial
by Julie Musbach - Feb 4, 2017
TV: Jenn Colella, Kendra Kassebaum, and Joel Hatch Tell Us About COME FROM AWAY
by Alan Henry - Nov 17, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes with the Band for the Broadway-Bound COME FROM AWAY in D.C.
by Stage Tube - Sep 23, 2016
TV Exclusive: Kristin Chenoweth Sings for Anthony Weiner on Leno; Video + Lyrics!
by Robert Diamond - Jul 31, 2013
News
Broadway Stars Pay Tribute to Linda Balgord
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of veteran stage actor Linda Balgord. Following the news of her passing, the Broadway community has come together to share memories of Linda Balgord's life & career.
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of veteran stage actor Linda Balgord. Following the news of her passing, the Broadway community has come together to share memories of Linda Balgord's life & career.
Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE to Have Industry Reading This Month
Get the latest updates on the upcoming industry reading of Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE scheduled for this month. Find out the date and location for this highly anticipated event in the entertainment industry.
Get the latest updates on the upcoming industry reading of Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE scheduled for this month. Find out the date and location for this highly anticipated event in the entertainment industry.
Hunter Parrish, Erin Davie & More to Lead BALLAD OF DREAMS Industry Presentation
Based on the best-selling novel, Ballad of Dreams a new musical, will get an invite-only industry presentation on October 12, 2023, at Pearl Studios.
Based on the best-selling novel, Ballad of Dreams a new musical, will get an invite-only industry presentation on October 12, 2023, at Pearl Studios.
Jenny Case Promoted To Executive Director Of Diversionary Theatre
Diversionary Theatre has announced that its Managing Director Jenny Case will be promoted to Executive Director when Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow steps down this month to take on a new role of Artistic Director of Walnut Creek’s Center Rep after an eight-year tenure leading the third-oldest LGTBQIA+ theatre in the United States.
Diversionary Theatre has announced that its Managing Director Jenny Case will be promoted to Executive Director when Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow steps down this month to take on a new role of Artistic Director of Walnut Creek’s Center Rep after an eight-year tenure leading the third-oldest LGTBQIA+ theatre in the United States.
La Jolla Playhouse Reveals Complete Programming for 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival
La Jolla Playhouse has announced complete programming for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
La Jolla Playhouse has announced complete programming for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
La Jolla Playhouse Announces Initial Projects for 2023 WOW Festival Featuring Theatre, Dance, Music & More
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the initial projects for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the initial projects for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
COME FROM AWAY Creators & Cast Members to Join STARS IN THE HOUSE Game Night
Come From Away's Astrid Van Wieren, James Seol, Petrina Bromley, Sharon Wheatley, and creators Irene Sankoff and David Hein will join Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley for a Stars in the House Game Night, October 3, at 8pm ET/5pm PT.
Come From Away's Astrid Van Wieren, James Seol, Petrina Bromley, Sharon Wheatley, and creators Irene Sankoff and David Hein will join Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley for a Stars in the House Game Night, October 3, at 8pm ET/5pm PT.
Jenn Colella, Petrina Bromley, and Josh Breckenridge Will Return to COME FROM AWAY For Final Two Weeks On Broadway
COME FROM AWAY will welcome original Broadway cast members Josh Breckenridge, Petrina Bromley and Jenn Colella back to “The Rock” for the show's final two weeks on Broadway!
COME FROM AWAY will welcome original Broadway cast members Josh Breckenridge, Petrina Bromley and Jenn Colella back to “The Rock” for the show's final two weeks on Broadway!
Photos: WICKED, FUNNY GIRL, 1776 And More Take The Stage At Broadway in Bryant Park
Broadway in Bryant Park is back! iHeartMedia New York's 106.7 LITE FM returned yesterday for the second performance in the 2022 season of the beloved series. See photos from today's show!
Broadway in Bryant Park is back! iHeartMedia New York's 106.7 LITE FM returned yesterday for the second performance in the 2022 season of the beloved series. See photos from today's show!
Wake Up With BWW 7/22: New Queens Will Join SIX on Broadway, and More!
Today's top stories include new casting for Six on Broadway! New queens joining the cast include Bre Jackson as Catherine of Aragon, Brennyn Lark as Catherine Parr, and two new Alternates, Ayla Ciccone-Burton and Holli' Conway. Keri René Fuller will also return as Jane Seymour.
Today's top stories include new casting for Six on Broadway! New queens joining the cast include Bre Jackson as Catherine of Aragon, Brennyn Lark as Catherine Parr, and two new Alternates, Ayla Ciccone-Burton and Holli' Conway. Keri René Fuller will also return as Jane Seymour.
VIDEO: COME FROM AWAY Performs 'Welcome to the Rock' on the TODAY SHOW
Watch the cast of Come From Away perform 'Wecome to the Rock' on TODAY this morning, as part of the show's Citi Music Series. The performance featured Jenn Collela, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Sharone Sayegh, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, and more.
Watch the cast of Come From Away perform 'Wecome to the Rock' on TODAY this morning, as part of the show's Citi Music Series. The performance featured Jenn Collela, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Sharone Sayegh, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, and more.
COME FROM AWAY to Perform on the TODAY SHOW on Thursday
COME FROM AWAY currently features Jenn Colella, Petrina Bromley, De'Lon Grant, Becky Gulsvig, Caesar Samayoa, James Seol, Q. Smith, Sharone Sayegh, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Jim Walton, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, Monette McKay, Happy McPartlin and Julie Reiber.
COME FROM AWAY currently features Jenn Colella, Petrina Bromley, De'Lon Grant, Becky Gulsvig, Caesar Samayoa, James Seol, Q. Smith, Sharone Sayegh, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Jim Walton, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, Monette McKay, Happy McPartlin and Julie Reiber.
COME FROM AWAY Canceled Tonight Due to Covid-19
Come From Away on Broadway has been canceled tonight due to the detection of Covid-19 cases within the company.
Come From Away on Broadway has been canceled tonight due to the detection of Covid-19 cases within the company.
Photos: COME FROM AWAY Company Celebrates Becoming Longest Running Show in Schoenfeld Theatre History
COME FROM AWAY has become the longest-running show in the 105-year history of Broadway’s Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. To mark the milestone, West 45th Street was renamed “Come From A-Way” for a day. Check out photos here!
COME FROM AWAY has become the longest-running show in the 105-year history of Broadway’s Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. To mark the milestone, West 45th Street was renamed “Come From A-Way” for a day. Check out photos here!
COME FROM AWAY Becomes Longest Running Show in Schoenfeld Theatre History Tonight
Come From Away officially becomes the longest running show in the 105-year history of the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre today with its 1,544th Broadway performance, surpassing the original production of JEKYLL & HYDE.
Come From Away officially becomes the longest running show in the 105-year history of the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre today with its 1,544th Broadway performance, surpassing the original production of JEKYLL & HYDE.
COME FROM AWAY Will Play Final Broadway Performance This Fall
After 1,670 performances and 25 previews on Broadway, the Tony & Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical COME FROM AWAY will play its final Broadway performance this fall. Find out when the show is closing, how to get tickets & more.
After 1,670 performances and 25 previews on Broadway, the Tony & Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical COME FROM AWAY will play its final Broadway performance this fall. Find out when the show is closing, how to get tickets & more.
Tony-Nominee Jenn Colella To Return To COME FROM AWAY This Summer
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical COME FROM AWAY will welcome original Broadway cast member Jenn Colella back to “The Rock” as ‘Beverley/Annette & others,’ this summer - a performance that earned her a 2017 Tony Award nomination and Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk, Craig Noel, Helen Hayes and Dora Awards, for a strictly limited engagement.
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical COME FROM AWAY will welcome original Broadway cast member Jenn Colella back to “The Rock” as ‘Beverley/Annette & others,’ this summer - a performance that earned her a 2017 Tony Award nomination and Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk, Craig Noel, Helen Hayes and Dora Awards, for a strictly limited engagement.
Listen: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine and Special Guest, Sharon Wheatley
Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. Today's episode features Sharon Wheatley, who originated the role of Diane in COME FROM AWAY. Sharon can also be seen in the film version for Apple TV +, and on the cast recording. Previous Broadway includes Avenue Q, Les Misérables, Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.
Little Known Facts is a weekly podcast hosted by stage and film actress Ilana Levine. Today's episode features Sharon Wheatley, who originated the role of Diane in COME FROM AWAY. Sharon can also be seen in the film version for Apple TV +, and on the cast recording. Previous Broadway includes Avenue Q, Les Misérables, Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.
Gene Weygandt Will Join Cast of COME FROM AWAY on Broadway
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Come From Away, which just celebrated its 5th year on Broadway, has just announced that original cast member Joel Hatch will depart the production on Sunday, March 20 and Gene Weygandt will begin performances as ‘Claude & others’ on Tuesday, March 22. Gene joins the company from the Australia cast of COME FROM AWAY.
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Come From Away, which just celebrated its 5th year on Broadway, has just announced that original cast member Joel Hatch will depart the production on Sunday, March 20 and Gene Weygandt will begin performances as ‘Claude & others’ on Tuesday, March 22. Gene joins the company from the Australia cast of COME FROM AWAY.
Photos: COME FROM AWAY Celebrates 5th Anniversary
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Come From Away, just celebrated a fabulous milestone this week as it marks its 5th year on Broadway at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Check out photos from the special day below!
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Come From Away, just celebrated a fabulous milestone this week as it marks its 5th year on Broadway at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre. Check out photos from the special day below!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sharon Wheatley been in?
Sharon Wheatley has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Sharon Wheatley been in?
Sharon Wheatley has not appeared in the West End.
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