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Broadway: Motown the Musical, Caroline, or Change, The Lion King, Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music. Off-Broadway: Thunder Knocking on the Door (Minetta Lane), Caroline, or Change (The Public), The First Breeze of Summer, (The Signature Theatre). Regional: Thunder Knocking on the Door (Arena Stage, Helen Hayes Award), Cuttin Up, The Women of Brewster Place, Arena Stage/Alliance Theatre (Suzi Award, Helen Hayes Nomination), Crowns, and Sophisticated Ladies (Helen Hayes Nomination). Bess (Austin Circle of Theatres B. Iden Payne).

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Marva Hicks STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores Concert Production, 2016
Performer

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
The Muny's 2015 Production, 2015
Mrs. Potts

[Off-Broadway]
City Center Encores Off-Center Production, 2015
Urchin

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Hattie

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Reading, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2004
The Radio

Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
The Radio

The Radio

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Glory Dupree

Glory Dupree

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Rafiki (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1987
June

June

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1981
Performer

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1984
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer


Marva Hicks Movies

Enemy Territory
[ 1987 ] Hysterical Woman
Bodies, Rest & Motion
[ 1993 ] Singer
Virtuosity
[ 1995 ] Onscreen Talent
Asunder
[ 1999 ] Roberta Williams
Preaching to the Choir
[ 2005 ] Cora Lee
Labor Day
[ 2013 ] Morning Anchor

Marva Hicks TV Shows

One Life to Live
Jacara Principal 1997-1998
L.A. Law
[ 1992-1993 ] Lee Johnson
The Sinbad Show
Rachel
Alien Nation: Body and Soul
Balboa
Mad About You
[ 1993-1995 ] Remy
Babylon 5
Singer
For the Future: The Irvine Fertility Scandal
Tanya
Sister, Sister
[ 1994-1996 ] Woman, Miss Lewis, Robert's Mother
Star Trek: Voyager
[ 1995-2000 ] T'Pel
House of Cards
Strategist 1
Daredevil
District Attorney
Search Party
Virginia
The Blacklist
Judge
Madam Secretary
Chief Clerk

Marva Hicks Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Musical

Marva HicksDuke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies

Helen Hayes Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Marva HicksThe Women of Brewster Place


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Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Marva HicksThunder Knocking on the Door

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Marva Hicks News


Wake Up With BWW 9/20: Sean Hayes to Return to Broadway in GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR, and More!


Top stories include: Sean Hayes will return to Broadway in Good Night, Oscar, opening in Spring 2023! Plus, One Shubert Alley will close its doors, get an update on Laura Osnes' defamation lawsuit, and more.

Broadway Veteran Marva Hicks Passes Away


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of Broadway veteran Marva Hicks, who passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022. Read our complete obituary here.

BWW Review: 'ANGRY, RAUCOUS' ANYTHING BUT SHAMELESS at Hartford Stage


Although “Angry, Raucous & Shamelessly Gorgeous” is the title of Atlanta playwright Pearl Cleage’s new play, it quite amply describes the two women at the center of this literary comedy.

Hartford Stage Announces Artistic Team for ANGRY, RAUCOUS & SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS


Hartford Stage announced today the artistic team for the next production of their 2021-2022 season, acclaimed playwright Pearl Cleage's Angry, Raucous & Shamelessly Gorgeous. The smart new comedy, directed by Susan V. Booth, runs at the Tony Award-winning theatre in downtown Hartford starting January 13 through February 6, 2022.

Photos: Marilyn Maye Autumn at Feinstein's 54 Below


Marilyn Maye kicks off the fall holiday season with live shows at Feinstein's 54 Below in NYC

VIDEO: On This Day, July 1 - Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At City Center


On this day in 2015, Jake Gyllenhaal and original 'Audrey', Ellen Greene took the stage at City Center in a concert production of the musical, Little Shop of Horrors.

DOROTHY DANDRIDGE: THE MUSICAL Starring N'Kenge To Have Private Industry Reading


Producers N’Kenge and Richard Bell will present a private industry reading of “Dorothy Dandridge: The Musical” the true story of Hollywood’s very first African- American movie star, with book & lyrics by 2-time Emmy Award winner Trey Ellis, music & lyrics by Shelton Becton and directed by Tony Award winner Tamara Tunie.

BWW Album Review: SHE IS RISEN: VOLUME TWO is a True Superstar


We asked for it, and 2020 delivered! Last month, in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the musical, the All Female Cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR dropped their highly anticipated second EP.

Volume II of All-Female JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Concept Album to be Released This Week


On September 18, we will see the release of She Is Risen: Volume II, the hotly awaited follow-up that brings together the extraordinary team that made the first volume a resounding success.

VIDEO: On This Day, July 1- Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At City Center


On this day in 2015, Jake Gyllenhaal and original 'Audrey', Ellen Greene took the stage at City Center in a concert production of the musical, Little Shop of Horrors.

Huntington Theatre Company Celebrates Virtual Gala Featuring Billy Porter, Kate Baldwin and More


Huntington Theatre Company celebrated its first ever virtual gala fundraiser, Spotlight on Trailblazers, on Monday, June 15, 2020, streaming on the Huntington's Facebook and YouTube channels. The event will be reprised in a highlights version broadcast on Boston's WCVB-TV Channel 5 on Saturday, June 20 at 7:30pm.

The York Theatre Company Reunites The Cast and Creative Team of DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE


The York Theatre Company will reunite the cast and creative team of the 2016 Musicals in Mufti production of the 1971 hit Broad-way revue Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope, a musical entertainment by Micki Grant, conceived by Vinnette Carroll, for a Virtual Company Reunion as part of the live weekly streaming panel series 'Show! (and Tell)'.

Huntington Theatre Company Announces Virtual 2020 Spotlight Spectacular


Huntington Theatre Company has announced that their annual Spotlight Spectacular Gala will take place virtually on the Huntington's Facebook and YouTube channels Monday, June 15, 2020.

GUN & POWDER at Signature Theatre - World Premiere Musical is Hottest Ticket in Town!


Inspiring musical by Angelica Cheri and Ross Baum examines race, family and identity in the Wild West.

BWW Review: GUN & POWDER at Signature Theatre


As a reviewer you generally find something wrong with a production no matter how much you enjoy it. Signature Theatre's latest World Premiere Musical Gun & Powder is a rare breed of show because it is literally a perfect theatrical experience. Under the fantastic direction of Robert O'Hara it features a superb cast, a compelling story, and possibly one of the best new scores of the season to be heard here or anywhere else.

BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Marva Hicks


Today's subject Marva Hicks is currently living her theatre life onstage at Signature Theatre in the World Premiere Musical Gun & Powder. The production runs through February 23rd in Signature's MAX Theatre space. You'll be able to see my review of the show on Broadway World soon. Trust me it will be worth the wait.

Photo Flash: First Look at Solea Pfeiffer, Emmy Raver-Lampman, and the Cast of GUN & POWDER at SIgnature Theatre


Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman lead Gun & Powder as the Clarke sisters, Mary and Martha, in Signature Theatre's world premiere production of this new musical.

VIDEO: First Look at Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman in the New Trailer for GUN & POWDER


Solea Pfeiffer (New York City Center's Evita, West Coast Premiere of Hamilton) and Emmy Raver-Lampman (Netflix's The Umbrella Academy, Original Broadway Cast of Hamilton) star as the Clarke sisters, Mary and Martha, in Signature Theatre's world premiere production of Gun & Powder with book and lyrics by Angelica Chéri and music by Ross Baum. Check out the new trailer below!

Video: Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman Perform 'Wide Open Plains' From GUN & POWDER


Gun & Powder begins performances tonight, January 28, at Signature Theatre's intimate MAX Theatre. Watch the Pfeiffer and Raver-Lampman perform 'Wide Open Plains' in the new video!

Photo Flash: Emmy Raver-Lampman, Solea Pfeiffer, and More in Rehearsal For GUN & POWDER at Signature Theatre


Solea Pfeiffer and Emmy Raver-Lampman star as the Clarke sisters, Mary and Martha, in Signature Theatre's world premiere production of Gun & Powder with book and lyrics by Angelica Chéri and music by Ross Baum. Gun & Powder will run from January 28 – February 23, 2020 in Signature Theatre's intimate MAX Theatre and will be directed by Robert O'Hara (Broadway's Slave Play).

Marva Hicks FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marva Hicks been in?

Marva Hicks has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Marva Hicks been in?

Marva Hicks has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Marva Hicks been nominated for?

Marva Hicks has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies," Outstanding Lead Actress in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "The Women of Brewster Place," and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Thunder Knocking on the Door."

What awards has Marva Hicks won?

Marva Hicks has won the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Resident Musical for her performance in "Thunder Knocking on the Door."

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