News on your favorite shows, specials & more!
Beth Leavel Headshot

Beth Leavel

Birth Place: Raleigh, NC, USA

Get Beth Leavel Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

BIO

Beth Leavel received Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and L.A. Drama Critics Awards for her performance as the title character in The Drowsy Chaperone. Lempicka is her 14th Broadway show, following notable turns in The Prom, Baby It’s You, Bandstand, Crazy for You, 42nd Street, and more. Regionally, Beth has performed some of the most iconic roles in musical theatre, including ‘Mama Rose’ in Gypsy at The Muny. She has dazzled and delighted sold-out audiences across America with her award-winning cabaret act. Film/TV credits include Ghosts of Christmas Always, “Walking Dead: World Beyond,” and the last episode of “E.R.” UNC-G alum, and proud recipient of the Human Rights Campaign (WCNY) Ally for Equality Award. This is for T.J., Sam, and Adam. www.bethleavel.net

Photos

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2025
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
The Baroness

[Chicago]
Pre-Broadway World Premiere, 2021
Miranda Priestly

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Dee Dee Allen

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
The Muny Revival, 2018
Rose

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Playhouse Revival, 2017
Miss Hannigan

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Mrs. Adams

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere Production, 2016
Dee Dee Allen

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Playhouse World Premiere Production, 2015
Mrs. Adams

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
The Muny 2015 Production, 2015
Aunt Eller

[Broadway]
Broadway Return Production, 2012
Emily

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Florence Greenberg

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Emily

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
The Drowsy Chaperone

[Los Angeles]
US Premiere, 2005
Drowsy

[Off-Broadway]
Musicals in Mufti Concert, 2005
Mary/Blanche/Jane/Nun

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2004
Aggie Ford

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Aggie Ford

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Donna Sheridan [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2001
Dorothy Brock [Replacement]

Maggie Jones (Standby)

Dorothy Brock (Standby)

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Mrs. Bixby

Mabel

[Houston, TX (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1998
Mrs. Lydia Bixby/Violet

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Ellie [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1992
Tess

Polly Baker (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1991
Beth

Beth

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1990
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Annie [Replacement]

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Equity Library Theatre Revival, 1983
Performer


Movies

42nd Street
[ 1986 ] Anytime Annie
This Is Where I Leave You
[ 2014 ] Renee
BANDSTAND: The Broadway Musical on Screen
[ 2018 ] Mrs. June Adams

TV Shows

Submissions Only
Val Reilly

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Beth Leavel, The Prom

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Beth Leavel, The Prom

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Beth Leavel, The Prom

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Beth Leavel, The Prom

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!

Kevin Kline Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical

Beth LeavelAnnie


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone


winner
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone

Videos

News


Videos You Missed This Week: TEETH, SWEPT AWAY, and More

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! Fall 2024 is here at last, which means that a whole new bunch of Broadway and off-Broadway shows are opening soon. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending November 1, 2024 with videos from Teeth, Swept Away, and more!
Feature: Monthly Quiz - How Well Do You Know Music Stars Born This Month?

How's your music trivia expertise? Try the Broadway World Cabaret Quiz of 'True or False' questions about music figures born in November.
Review: Beth Leavel is Next Level Sondheim at 54 Below

Beth Leavel, known best for her comedic talents, proved that she's up there with the best at singing Sondheim at her 54 Below show on 10/25 and 10/26. Ms Leavel is very deft at playing multiple emotions at the same time, which matches the trademark ambivalence of all of Sondheim’s best lyrics.
Gulfshore Playhouse Celebrates Grand Unveiling of the Baker Theatre and Education Center

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Gulfshore Playhouse hosted the highly anticipated unveiling of its state-of-the-art Baker Theatre and Education Center.
Alfonso Casado debutará en Broadway como supervisor musical de OLD FRIENDS

El próximo 25 de marzo el Manhattan Theatre Club acogerá el concierto STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS, que pudo verse en Londres hace dos temporadas y que ahora llega a Nueva York con Alfonso Casado como Supervisor Musical, siendo este su debut en Broadway.
Tony-Winner Beth Leavel To Appear At Franklin Performing Arts Company Gala

The Franklin Performing Arts Company will hold their annual Gala hosted by Broadway’s Ben Cameron (original cast of Wicked) on Saturday, November 9 at 6:00 pm at THE BLACK BOX. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 23, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Beth Leavel, Ryan McCartan, Gavin Lee & More Join STEPHEN SONDHEIM’S OLD FRIENDS

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the Broadway co-stars who will join two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga in Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Theatre Raleigh Presents Award-Winning Play CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS

Theatre Raleigh has announced its upcoming production, 'Curse of the Starving Class' from Nov 6-17, 2024, at the Theatre Raleigh Arts Center in North Raleigh.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Oct. 21 to Oct. 27, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including the cabaret convention, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jason Robert Brown.
See Beth Leavel, Linda Eder & More at 54 Below Next Week

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets to upcoming shows.
54 Below to Launch 35 Below - Free Membership For Those 35 and Under

54 BELOW is launching 35 Below, a new free membership option for those ages 35 and under! Benefits include tickets at $35 (includes $4.50 in fees) or less for select shows, complimentary ticket offers throughout the year, and more to be announced! Learn more!
See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and More at 54 Below in October

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
LEMPICKA is Now Available at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

The Broadway production of Lempicka, the new musical portrait celebrating the true story of artist Tamara de Lempicka, was filmed by the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive (TOFT) at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts and added to its collection.
Ana Gasteyer, Norbert Leo Butz & More to Join Broadway Votes & Joy To The Polls Concert

Broadway Votes will collaborate with Joy To The Polls to host a free concert. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photo: Exclusive First Look at Beth Leavel in Short Film MICROFOCUSING

Tony Winner Beth Leavel is among the cast of the recently wrapped family drama Microfocusing from Vivre La Vie Productions. Leavel plays “Trish,” a sharp-witted waitress who has a unique perspective on the unfolding lives of her patrons. Take a look at an exclusive photo of Leavel here!
Video: Watch Eden Espinosa's LEMPICKA Quick Changes in 'Tamara Tuesday' Series

Eden Espinosa is sharing behind the scenes videos from Lempicka in a new Instagram series! Watch now!
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA

Watch Eden Espinosa Sing 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA in the video here!
Centenary Stage Company's Young Performer's Workshop Now Accepting Applicants

Centenary Stage Company’s Young Performer’s Workshop will return this fall from September 14 through December 22. Learn how to apply.
Beth Leavel Will Return to 54 Below With a New Show Celebrating Sondheim

54 Below will welcome back Broadway favorite Beth Leavel on October 25 & 26 at 7pm. Tony Award® winner Beth Leavel is back to light up the stage at 54 Below with a brand-new show celebrating the great Stephen Sondheim!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Beth Leavel been in?

Beth Leavel has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.

How many West End shows has Beth Leavel been in?

Beth Leavel has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Beth Leavel been nominated for?

Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Prom, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Prom, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Prom, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Prom, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Baby It's You!, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Baby It's You!, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Baby It's You!, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Annie, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone.

What awards has Beth Leavel won?

Beth Leavel has received several prestigious awards, including: Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for The Drowsy Chaperone; Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Drowsy Chaperone; and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Drowsy Chaperone.

Get Beth Leavel Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos