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BIO

TRYPHENA WADE is blessed! Proud Howard University alumna & multi-dimensional artist from Columbus, Ohio. Broadway: The Lion King (Sarabi) Off-Broadway: Trojan Women, Black Nativity. Film: “The Geechee Witch: A Boo Hag Story”, “Soloman’s Mood’, “Dear Carefree Black Girl”. TV: “The Promised Land”, “Case of the Christmas Diamond”. Author: “The Heart Works: A Collection.” @tryphena_wade…Isaiah 43:19.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Mama Rose (Standby)

[Toronto]
World Premiere Production, 2017
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Cassandra

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Lead Singer / Chorus

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2002
Sarabi [Replacement]

Ensemble [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Ensemble [Replacement]

Sarabi [Replacement]

Sarabi [Replacement]

Shenzi (Understudy) [Replacement]


News


Review Roundup: GYPSY Opens On Broadway Starring Audra McDonald

Curtain up! Light the lights! Six-time Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald takes on the role of a lifetime, playing 'Mama' Rose Hovick in the classic musical, Gypsy, opening tonight at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Read the reviews!
Video: First Look at Audra McDonald in GYPSY, Opening Tonight

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! 
Photos: Audra McDonald, Joy Woods & More in GYPSY on Broadway

Additional photos have been released of the Broadway revival of GYPSY starring six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald. See photos of the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning

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 Sondheim

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 AMERICA

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

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!
Tryphena Wade To Stand by for Audra McDonald In GYPSY

The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway this week, has finalized its casting.
GYPSY to Offer $49 and $39 Tickets Through Rush & Standing Room Policies

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.
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

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!
Photo Flash: COME FROM AWAY, BE MORE CHILL, FROZEN, and More Participate in the 2019 Easter Bonnet Competition

The 2019 Broadway Cares Easter Bonnet Competition was held earlier this week. The Easter Bonnet Competition (#broadwaybonnets) is the culmination celebration of six weeks of fundraising by Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies.
Stars of THE CHER SHOW, TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, and More to Appear at BC/EFA's EASTER BONNET COMPETITION

Many of Broadway's brightest stars, most sensational ensembles and illustrious legends will make special appearances at the 33rd annual Easter Bonnet Competition on Monday, April 22, at 4:30 pm and Tuesday, April 23, at 2 pm.
Photo Flash: Casts of Disney's FROZEN, ALADDIN and THE LION KING Celebrate Black History Month!

In celebration of Black History Month, the Broadway casts of The Lion King, Aladdin and Frozen partnered with photographer Darnell Bennett for a very special photo shoot, involving more than 50 cast members. Check out the photos and a behind the scenes video below! 
VIDEO: SOUSATZKA Company and Garth Drabinsky On His 'Comeback'

Check out a new CBC News segment on the comeback of theatrical producer Garth Drabinsky below as he gears up for the opening night of Sousatzka!
Broadway-Bound SOUSATZKA, Starring Victoria Clark, Starts Tonight in Toronto

The world premiere engagement of SOUSATZKA, with book by Craig Lucas, music by David Shire, and lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr., based on the original novel 'Madame Sousatzka' by Bernice Rubens, begins previews in Toronto tonight, February 25, with opening night set for March 23, 2017.
Broadway-Bound SOUSATZKA, Starring Victoria Clark, Starts Soon in Toronto

A friendly reminder that there are just two weeks until the world premiere engagement of SOUSATZKA, with book by Craig Lucas, music by David Shire, and lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr., based on the original novel 'Madame Sousatzka' by Bernice Rubens, begins in Toronto! Previews start February 25, and opening night is March 23, 2017.
BWW Exclusive: Watch Montego Glover Sing from SOUSATZKA in Toronto!

SOUSATZKA may be Broadway-bound, but first it stops in Toronto for a strictly limited engagement through April 9, 2017. The cast is in rehearsal today and BroadwayWorld will be giving you an exciting inside look! Belo, check out an exclusive sneak peek of Montego Glover singing 'Song of the Child.'
BWW Exclusive: Go Inside Rehearsals for Broadway-Bound SOUSATZKA in Toronto; Live at Noon!

SOUSATZKA may be Broadway-bound, but first it stops in Toronto for a strictly limited engagement through April 9, 2017. The cast is in rehearsal today and BroadwayWorld will be giving you an exciting inside look! Tune in for our Facebook Live broadcast here!
Photo Flash: Broadway-Bound SOUSATZKA Begins Rehearsals in Toronto

Check out our first look at the Broadway-bound production of SOUSATZKA in rehearsals in Toronto! Based on the original novel Madame Sousatzka written by Bernice Rubens, SOUSATZKA is set in London, England in 1982 and tells the story of a musical prodigy torn between two powerful women from vastly different worlds: his mother, a political refugee from South Africa and his piano teacher, a brilliant eccentric with a shattered past. These two proud, iconoclastic women must ultimately cross cultural and racial divides to find common ground, or else jeopardize the young musician's destiny.
Complete Cast and Creative Team Announced for Garth Drabinsky's SOUSATZKA

Based on the original novel Madame Sousatzka written by Bernice Rubens, SOUSATZKA is set in London, England in 1982 and tells the story of a musical prodigy torn between two powerful women from vastly different worlds: his mother, a political refugee from South Africa and his piano teacher, a brilliant eccentric with a shattered past. These two proud, iconoclastic women must ultimately cross cultural and racial divides to find common ground, or else jeopardize the young musician's destiny.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Tryphena Wade been in?

Tryphena Wade has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Tryphena Wade been in?

Tryphena Wade has not appeared in the West End.

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