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BIO

Bonnie Milligan made her Broadway debut as Pamela in Head Over Heels, after originating the role at The Oregon Shakespeare Festival. She also appeared on Broadway in Kimberley Akimbo. 1st National Tour: original Pat in Kinky Boots. Off-Broadway: God Bless You Mr. Rosewater (Encores!), Gigantic (Vineyard Theatre); Jasper in Deadland (Prospect Theater) Television: recurring as Kathryn on "Search Party" (TBS), "Happy!" (Syfy).

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STAGE CREDITS

Titanic Titanic
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Alice Beane
Kimberly Akimbo Kimberly Akimbo
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Debra
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2020
Gad
Promenade Promenade
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2019
Miss Cake
Head Over Heels Head Over Heels
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Pamela
Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater Kurt Vonnegut's God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater
[Off-Broadway]
New York City Center Encores Off-Center Production, 2016
Performer
Gigantic Gigantic
[Off-Broadway]
Vineyard Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Daphne
Kinky Boots Kinky Boots
[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Performer
Jasper in Deadland Jasper in Deadland
[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Performer
Cuff Me: The Fifty Shades of Grey Musical Parody Cuff Me: The Fifty Shades of Grey Musical Parody
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2013
Performer [Replacement]

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Bonnie Milligan, Kimberly Akimbo

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Bonnie Milligan, Kimberly Akimbo

Drama League Awards - 2022 - Distinguished Performance Awards

Bonnie Milligan, Kimberly Akimbo

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Bonnie Milligan, Kimberly Akimbo

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Bonnie Milligan, Head Over Heels

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

Bonnie Milligan, Head Over Heels


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance

Bonnie Milligan, Head Over Heels

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Broadway Belts for PFF! Raises $559,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Photo
Broadway Belts for PFF! Raises $559,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 10 at SONY Hall in New York City broke fundraising records, surpassing $559,000 – and donations continue to climb. Learn more!
Photos: Andrew Rannells, Nikki M. James & More in FINN Benefit Concert Photo
Photos: Andrew Rannells, Nikki M. James & More in FINN Benefit Concert
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2025

Stars in the House just commemorated its fifth anniversary with a very special live, and of course livestreamed, show, teaming up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a star-studded one-night-only concert performance of FINN. Check out photos from the concert here!
Video: FINN Takes the Stage at Town Hall Photo
Video: FINN Takes the Stage at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2025

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson teamed up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a one-night-only performance that also celebrated the fifth anniversary of Stars in the House. Watch the full show here!
Curtains Fall at the Kennedy Center: What Is Trump Doing and Why? Photo
Curtains Fall at the Kennedy Center: What Is Trump Doing and Why?
by Rachel Schmaier - Mar 12, 2025

The recent upheaval at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, following President Donald Trump's self-appointment as chairman, has sent shockwaves through the arts community. This unprecedented move has led to significant administrative changes, program cancellations, and a broader debate about the intersection of politics and cultural institutions.
Michael Urie, Charlotte D'Amboise, Nina West & More Join FINN Performance at Town Hal Photo
Michael Urie, Charlotte D'Amboise, Nina West & More Join FINN Performance at Town Hall
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

Michael Urie, Charlotte D’Amboise, Nina West, Peppermint, Adam Pascal, Brenda Braxton, and Zachary Noah Piser have joined the star-studded cast of the special performance of FINN taking place on Monday, March 17.
Photos: Opening Night for Liz Gillies, Milo Manheim and Jeremy Kushnier in LITTLE SHO Photo
Photos: Opening Night for Liz Gillies, Milo Manheim and Jeremy Kushnier in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, Elizabeth Gillies, Milo Manheim and Jeremy Kushnier celebrated their opening night performance as Audrey, Seymour, and Dr. Orin Scrivello DDS in Little Shop of Horrors. See photos from the opening event here! 
Lesli Margherita, Jinkx Monsoon and More to Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! Photo
Lesli Margherita, Jinkx Monsoon and More to Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation has added talent who will perform in the star-studded lineup for the 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF!, on Monday, March 10, at SONY Hall in New York City. Learn how to attend.
FINN Musical Will Be Performed at Town Hall Following Kennedy Center Tour Cancellatio Photo
FINN Musical Will Be Performed at Town Hall Following Kennedy Center Tour Cancellation
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025

A special performance of Finn is coming to the Town Hall in New York City next month, presented by Stars in the House. Finn was originally set to be performed at the Kennedy Center but was recently cancelled.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of CONVERSATIONS WITH MOTHER Photo
Photos: Inside Opening Night of CONVERSATIONS WITH MOTHER
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 24, 2025

Conversations with Mother, a new comedy by Matthew Lombardo starring Caroline Aaron and Matt Doyle just celebrated its opening night at Theater 555 for a limited run through May 11. Checko ut photos from the special occasion here!
Bonnie Milligan, Beanie Feldstein and More Nominated for 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Photo
Bonnie Milligan, Beanie Feldstein and More Nominated for 2025 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025

Explore the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Nominees, including standout performances by Bonnie Milligan and Beanie Feldstein. The awards will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.
Photos: STILL Celebrates Opening Night At Sheen Center Photo
Photos: STILL Celebrates Opening Night At Sheen Center
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2025

Go inside opening night of STILL Off-Broadway in new photos from the big night. Joining Melissa Gilbert and Mark Moses were opening night guests including Amber Ardolino, Carolyn McCormick, Will Eno, Ato Essandoh, Bonnie Milligan, Donny Murphy, Randy Rainbow, Ben Levi Ross, Taylor Trensch, and more.
Photos: ENGLISH on Broadway Opening Night Red Carpet Photo
Photos: ENGLISH on Broadway Opening Night Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 24, 2025

Sanaz Toossi's Pulitzer Prize-winning play English, directed by Knud Adams, is officially open on Broadway at The Todd Haimes Theatre. Check out photos from the red carpet here! 
Interview: Sarah Lynn Marion of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Segerstrom Center For The Arts Photo
Interview: Sarah Lynn Marion of KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by Melissa Heckscher - Jan 21, 2025

Orange County native Sarah Lynn Marion talks with BroadwayWorld about her Broadway debut—and what it’s like to be an understudy for two roles in the show. 
Video: Watch Joy Woods Sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' at MCC MISCAST Photo
Video: Watch Joy Woods Sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' at MCC MISCAST
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2025

Watch Joy Woods sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' from My Fair Lady at MCC Theater's MISCAST in 2023. See a video of the Gypsy star perform the classic musical theatre song now!
Single Tickets on Sale for SWEENEY TODD & More at Legacy Theatre Photo
Single Tickets on Sale for SWEENEY TODD & More at Legacy Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025

Single tickets are on sale now for Legacy Theatre's 5th milestone season, featuring Sweeney Todd and more. Learn more about the programming for Legacy Theatre's season and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Lorna Courtney Sings 'Corner of the Sky' at MCC MISCAST23 Photo
Video: Lorna Courtney Sings 'Corner of the Sky' at MCC MISCAST23
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2024

You can now take a look back at Lorna Courtney performing 'Corner of the Sky' from Pippin at MCC Theater's MISCAST23. Learn more about the event and check out the video here!
STAGE DOOR MEDIUM LIVE! to Return to Branford's Legacy Theatre In 2025 Photo
STAGE DOOR MEDIUM LIVE! to Return to Branford's Legacy Theatre In 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024

Branford's Legacy Theatre will continue to pull back the curtain on the theatre's 5th anniversary season with the latest addition to the 2025 lineup. See programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Celebrates 1500 Performances Photo
Photos: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Celebrates 1500 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2024

Little Shop of Horrors, starring Nicholas Christopher and Sherie Rene Scott, celebrated its 1500th performance at the Westside Theatre in NYC. See photos from the celebration and learn more about the show!
Norbert Leo Butz, Donna McKechnie, J. Harrison Ghee And More Come To Legacy Theatre I Photo
Norbert Leo Butz, Donna McKechnie, J. Harrison Ghee And More Come To Legacy Theatre In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024

Branford's Legacy Theatre has announced a star-studden lineup for the 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series lineup for the historic theatre's 5th anniversary season.
Kerry Butler, Beth Leavel, Jelani Remy & More to Star in VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY Read Photo
Kerry Butler, Beth Leavel, Jelani Remy & More to Star in VAPE! THE GREASE PARODY Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2024

Vape! The Grease Parody, a new musical by Catie Hogan & Sketchworks Comedy, starring Kerry Butler and more will have an industry reading. Learn more about the new parody!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Bonnie Milligan been in?

Bonnie Milligan has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Bonnie Milligan been in?

Bonnie Milligan has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Bonnie Milligan been nominated for?

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Head Over Heels, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Head Over Heels and Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Head Over Heels.

What awards has Bonnie Milligan won?

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo and Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Head Over Heels.

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