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PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL is a heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. With a dazzling array of more...


Thom Allison, a distinguished stage actor known for his extensive work in Canadian theatre, notably toured with Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, showcasing his versatile talent in musical theatre. more...

Kyle Brown, who was part of the ensemble and a pointe soloist in the original Broadway cast of *Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical*, also served as an understudy for the role of Frank. more...

James Brown III, a seasoned Broadway actor with an impressive resume that includes "Priscilla Queen of the Desert," has also graced the stage in productions such as "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" and "Wicked." more...
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Joshua Buscher, who made his Broadway debut in the 2009 revival of West Side Story, brought his talents to the stage in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical after honing his skills in regional productions like Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Swing. more...

Nathan Lee Graham, known for his versatile roles on stage and screen, was a standout in the original Broadway cast of the Tony Award-nominated "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical." more...

Lisa Howard, who played Diva 1 in the Broadway production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, has an impressive resume that includes roles in 9 to 5 the musical, South Pacific, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, for which she won a Drama Desk Award. more...
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J. Elaine Marcos, known for her Broadway performances in A Chorus Line and Sweet Charity, brought her talent to the stage in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical. more...
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Gaten Matarazzo, who began his career on the Broadway stage as Benjamin in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (2011–12), has since gained widespread recognition for his role as Dustin Henderson in the Netflix series Stranger Things. more...

Anastacia McCleskey, an award-winning actor with an impressive resume that includes eight Broadway shows, brought her exceptional talent to the stage in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical. more...

Mike McGowan, who has an extensive background in Broadway productions such as Ragtime and Grease, brought his versatile talent to the stage in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical. more...

Jeff Metzler, who graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performance in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert!, also boasts an impressive array of credits including Mary Poppins on Broadway, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular in Toronto, and national tours of Fosse and 42nd Street. more...

Julie Reiber, known for her versatile vocal performances and wide-ranging roles, brought her dynamic talent to the stage in "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical," captivating audiences with her remarkable ability to adapt to diverse musical styles. more...
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Eric Sciotto, who graced the stage in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical, has an extensive Broadway resume including roles in Something Rotten, Aida, and Rock of Ages, among others. more...

Keala Settle made her Broadway debut in 2011 in "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert," showcasing her remarkable talent before gaining widespread acclaim for her role in "The Greatest Showman." more...

Tony Sheldon, who hails from a distinguished theatrical family, delivered over 1,700 performances as Bernadette in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert across various cities before its Broadway premiere in 2011, earning him numerous accolades and a Tony Award nomination. more...
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Amaker Smith, a Juilliard graduate, brings his extensive experience from national tours of Dreamgirls and Muny productions like Hairspray and The Music Man to the cast of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical. more...
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Esther Stilwell, an accomplished actress with a BFA from the University of Oklahoma and training from RADA in London, graced the stage in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical, adding to her impressive credits that include roles such as Grizabella in the 25th Anniversary Tour of Cats and the Lady of the Lake in the 1st National Tour of Spamalot. more...

Will Swenson, known for his versatility on Broadway, received a Drama League Nomination for his role as the conflicted drag queen Tick in Priscilla: Queen of the Desert. more...

Anthony Wayne, who previously captivated audiences as Jimmy and understudied Miss Understanding in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical, has an impressive Broadway resume including roles in TINA - The Tina Turner Musical and TOOTSIE. more...

Bryan West, who has graced the Broadway stage in productions such as Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical, Hairspray, Legally Blonde, and Wicked, brings a wealth of experience from both Broadway and national tours, including multiple runs with Wicked. more...

Wayne Alan Wilcox, known for his role in the Broadway production of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, has an extensive career that spans both stage and screen, including notable performances in The Normal Heart and as Marty on The Gilmore Girls. more...

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Awards and Nominations


2011 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Tony Sheldon was nominated but did not win.

2011 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Tony Sheldon was nominated but did not win.

2011 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Tony Sheldon was nominated but did not win.

Production Team

Tim Chappel Costume Designer
Ross Coleman Choreographer
Jonathan Deans Sound Designer
Lizzy Gardiner Costume Designer
Cassie Hanlon Make-Up Designer
Stephen "Spud" Murphy Orchestrator
Music Arranger
Musical Supervisor
Simon Phillips Director
Nick Schlieper Lighting Designer
Brian Thomson Scenic Designer
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