Daphne Rubin-Vega

Birth Place: Panama City, PANAMA

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Daphne Rubin-Vega is best known for the roles she originated, including Mimi (RENT) and Conchita (Anna in the Tropics), both of which earned her Tony Award nominations. Other originated roles include Dolores in Empanada Loca, Rahmi in Gum, Sofia in Nilo Cruz' Two Sisters and a Piano, Canary Mary in Suzan-Lori Parks' F-ing A, and Lucy in Jack Goes Boating at The Public. She appeared in the Broadway revivals of A Streetcar Named Desire (Stella), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Magenta) and Les Miserables (Fantine).

Her film credits include detective Gloria Perez in Wild Things, Flawless, opposite Robert De Niro, and reprising the role of Lucy in the film version of Jack Goes Boatingrs.

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Daphne Rubin-Vega STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Maxine Faulk

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theater World Premiere Production, 2022
Performer

[Motion Picture]
2020 Motion Picture, 2020
Daniela

[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater New York Premiere, 2018
Beatriz

[New York]
Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw Production, 2017
Performer

[New York]
Signature Theatre World Premiere Production, 2016
Inez

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Spanish-language Revival, 2014
Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2013
Nurse

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Stella Kowalski

[Off-Broadway]
The New Group Production, 2011
Yvette

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Lucy

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2006
Fantine

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Brenda

[Broadway]
Reunion Concert, 2006
Mimi Marquez

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2006
Martirio

Martirio

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Grace

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Conchita

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Canary Mary

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Usherette

Magenta

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Sophia

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Mimi Marquez

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1996
Mimi Marquez

Mimi Marquez

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer


Daphne Rubin-Vega Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Miss You Like Hell

Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Daphne Rubin-VegaEmpanada Loca

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Daphne Rubin-VegaEmpanada Loca

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Daphne Rubin-Vega, A Streetcar Named Desire

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Anna in the Topics

The Lortels - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Fucking A

Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Actress - Musical

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Rent


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Theatre World Awards - 1996 - Performance

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Rent

Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Rent

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Daphne Rubin-Vega News


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Scripps College to Present A SIMPLE HERSTORY Podcast, Revolving Around Victoria Woodhull

On March 21st, Scripps College will present A Simple Herstory, a groundbreaking, award-winning, deviant, multi-platform audio fiction exploration of the 100+ women who have run for President of the United States.

Interview: Keith David and Blake Roman on Going From Stage to the HAZBIN HOTEL

Watch a video of Keith David and Blake Roman discussing going from stage to the recording booth in Hazbin Hotel. BroadwayWorld sat down with David and Roman to discuss what to expect from the series, the potential differences between performing on Broadway and in the recording booth for the animated series, and more. 

Interview: HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Discusses the Series' Broadway Cast

Watch a video of Hazbin Hotel creator Vivienne Medrano discussing their voice cast of Broadway stars, including Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Jessica Vosk, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Keith David, Blake Roman, Christian Borle, Patina Miller, Joel Perez, Don Darryl Rivera, Krystina Alabado,Alex Brightman, James Monroe Iglehart, Lilli Cooper, and more.

HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Interested in Broadway Musical Adaptation

Hazbin Hotel creator Vivienne Medrano wants to bring the show to Broadway. Since the series features a stacked lineup of Broadway stars, the creator, director, and executive producer of the adult animated musical series says she would be interested in seeing the series make it to the stage.

Interview: Jessica Vosk & Daphne Rubin-Vega on What to Expect From HAZBIN HOTEL

Watch a video of Jessica Vosk and Daphne Rubin-Vega teasing what to expect from Hazbin Hotel, the new adult animated musical series on Prime Video. We sit down with them to discuss what they enjoyed about their first time doing voice work for animation, what to expect from the new series, and more.

Daphne Rubin-Vega, Kara Young, Reynaldo Piniella & More to Star in HAMLET Reading at The Acting Company 

The Acting Company has revealed the cast for their reading of Hamlet. See the full cast and learn how to purchase tickets!

Listen: Christian Borle, Alex Brightman, Erika Henningsen & More Sing on HAZBIN HOTEL Soundtrack

A24 Music and Prime Video shared part one of the Hazbin Hotel Original Soundtrack. Get a first listen to Christian Borle, Alex Brightman, Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Blake Roman, Daphne Rubin-Vega, James Monroe Iglehart, Lilli Cooper, and Keith David in the soundtrack from the first episodes of the musical series.

Interview: Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn & Amir Talai on Their HAZBIN HOTEL Characters

Watch a video of Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn and Amir Talai reveal their characters on Hazbin Hotel. The trio discusses who they play in the animated series, what they enjoy about voicing characters after their stage experience, and more. 

Interview: Watch Erika Henningsen & Stephanie Beatriz Talk HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series

Erika Henningsen and Stephanie Beatriz discuss their roles on the new adult musical animated series, Hazbin Hotel. Watch a video of them revealing what drew them to the series, combining musical numbers with animation, the differences between voice work and stage acting, and more.

Photos: Erika Henningsen, Patina Miller & More Walk the HAZBIN HOTEL Premiere Red Carpet

Check out photos from the Hazbin Hotel premiere red carpet with Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Blake Roman, Keith David, Kimiko Glenn, Amir Talai, Jeremy Jordan, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Jessica Vosk, Patina Miller, Joel Perez, Don Darryl Rivera, Brandon Rogers, Krystina Alabado, Shoba Narayan, and composers Sam Haft and Andrew Underberg.

Bernadette Peters Joins 2nd Sailing of The Broadway Cruise

Theatre legend and multi-Tony Award Winner Bernadette Peters (Old Friends, Annie Get Your Gun, “The Good Fight”) has joined the previously announced stars of the theatre and creative luminaries for an unforgettable vacation where tropical weather and calm seas await on the 2nd annual Broadway Cruise.

Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, Krystina Alabado & More Join HAZBIN HOTEL Voice Cast

Hazbin Hotel has added new Broadway stars to its voice cast, including Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer, James Monroe Iglehart, Lilli Cooper, Sarah Stiles, and more joining Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Alex Brightman, Kimiko Glenn, Christian Borle, Joel Perez, Darren Criss, Jeremy Jordan, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Patina Miller, and Jessica Vosk.

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Video: Go Inside Opening Night of THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA

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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 19th, 2023

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Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of La Femme Theatre's THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA

La Femme Theatre Productions just celebrated opening night of Tennessee Williams's timeless masterpiece, The Night of the Iguana. Check out photos from the big night!

Review Roundup: Tennessee Williams' THE NIGHT OF THE IGUANA, Starring Tim Daly, Daphne Rubin-Vega, and More!

An all new production of Tennessee Williams's timeless masterpiece The Night of the Iguana, directed by Tony Award nominee Emily Mann, has officially opened Off-Broadway! Read the reviews for The Night of the Iguana here!

Video: Watch the HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series Trailer With Erika Henningsen, Alex Brightman & More

Prime Video released the official trailer for Season One of the adult animated musical comedy Hazbin Hotel. The series features Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Alex Brightman, Kimiko Glenn, Christian Borle, and Joel Perez. Guest stars will include Darren Criss, Jeremy Jordan, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Patina Miller, and Jessica Vosk. Watch the video!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 28th, 2023

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Daphne Rubin-Vega FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Daphne Rubin-Vega been in?

Daphne Rubin-Vega has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Daphne Rubin-Vega been in?

Daphne Rubin-Vega has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Daphne Rubin-Vega been nominated for?

Daphne Rubin-Vega has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Miss You Like Hell," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "Empanada Loca," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Empanada Loca," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "A Streetcar Named Desire," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Anna in the Tropics," Outstanding Featured Actress at The Lortels for "Fucking A," Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Rent," Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "Rent," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Rent."

What awards has Daphne Rubin-Vega won?

Daphne Rubin-Vega won the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for her role in Rent.

What is Daphne Rubin-Vega next theatre project?

Daphne Rubin-Vega's next show will be Tennessee Williams's The Night of the Iguana which opens on 12/17/2023 on Off-Broadway.

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