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Paula Leggett Chase

Also Credited As: Paula Leggett (i)

Birth Place: Evansville, IN, USA

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PAULA LEGGETT CHASE is the daughter of Frankie and Charlie Leggett. She was born in Evansville, a smallish large town in southern Indiana where she grew up with her grandfather's harness horses and fell in love with singing gospel and bluegrass music in churches, PLC also pretended she was a mermaid in the clear waters of Kentucky Lake every summer, and participated in every school play and community show available to her.



After high school, she headed up to Bloomington, IN where she majored in voice and theatre at Indiana University and was an active leader in the acclaimed vocal group, The Singing Hoosiers.



Once PLC moved to NYC, she learned something about herself that would change her life profoundly--she needed to dance, wanted to dance, and, she was made for dance. Although she had been an gymnast (a very tall one!), in her youth and could clear a floor in a social setting with her moves, she hadn't had any significant formal training in dance. So, in her early twenties, she went on scholarship at STEPS in NYC, cleaning the bathrooms and studios at night in exchange for her classes. Dedicating herself to acquiring strong technique, particularly in ballet, she also immersed herself in other theatrical dance styles and her world and sense of herself, blossomed. With her comedic chops, strong voice and newly-found skills as a dancer, she began working nonstop:

Broadway: ON THE 20th CENTURY (Imelda Thornton), BYE BYE BIRDIE (Gloria Rasputan), CURTAINS,THE PAJAMA GAME, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, KISS ME, KATE, DAMN YANKEES, CRAZY FOR YOU, A CHORUS LINE. National Tours: CABARET (with Joel Grey), A CHORUS LINE (Judy Turner), Other NYC appearances include: QUEEN OF HEARTS (Princess Diana), APPLAUSE at Encores! PLC has played roles in the finest regional and stock theatres across the country. Her performance as Joan in DAMES AT SEA at the Marines Memorial Theatre in San Francisco earned her the Dean B. Goodman award for best Principal Performance. Her TV appearances include: Younger (Maggie Dunn),The Sound Of Music, Live (Baroness Elberfeld; nun) 30 Rock (“Randi” in the “Queen of Jordan” episodes); Law & Order (Judge Dorothy Parnell); Unforgettable, Bored to Death, Odd Mom Out, Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego? (Medeva the rhyming witch, PBS). In her young showgirl days, PLC appeared over a dozen times on THE LATE SHOW with David Letterman, doing everything from cooking mussells with Jacques Pepin to singing and dancing as a "Davette".

PLC has been a proud member of AEA since 1986. In 2006, she received the Distinguished Service Award from Indiana University's acclaimed Singing Hoosiers alumni group. In 2010, she was honored as a 25 year Broadway veteran by AEA. Tony Award winning choreographer and director, Kathleen Marshall gave the presentation.



PLC is married to Broadway dance arranger and music director David Chase. The Chases are raising their two sons, Kyler and Dashiell in Manhattan--which is a long way from southern Indiana! The Chases enjoy making music together and have their own family close-harmony gospel group. THE CHASE FAMILY creates their own arrangements; all four of them participate in the process--it's truly a family affair. They regularly perform for Christmas Eve services at Broadway Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, and for benefits around town. May the circle be unbroken!

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Paula Leggett Chase STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Ensemble

[Chicago]
Pre-Broadway Run, 2018
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Concert Production, 2017
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Broadway Revival, 2015
Performer

[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2013
Baroness Elberfeld

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2009
Gloria Rasputin

Parent/Reporter

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2008
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Marjorie Cook

Carmen Bernstein (Understudy)

Jessica Cranshaw (Understudy)

Georgia Hendricks (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2006
Brenda

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Muriel (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1999
Performer (Swing)

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Betty

Meg Boyd (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1992
Mitzi

Irene Roth (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1975
Vicki [Replacement]

Linda [Replacement]

Sheila Bryant (Understudy) [Replacement]

Kristine Urich (Understudy) [Replacement]

Judy Turner (Understudy) [Replacement]


Paula Leggett Chase Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Paula Leggett Chase, The Unsinkable Molly Brown

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Laura Benanti, Sierra Boggess, and More Will Pay Tribute to Lucy Simon at Joe's Pub


Broadway stars will honor the work and life of Grammy Winner and Tony Nominee, Lucy Simon next month at Joe's Pub. The performance is set for Monday, March 25th at 7:00pm. Learn more about the performance and find out who will perform here!

Line-Up Set For The 12th Annual CHRISTMAS SING ALONG at the Broadway Presbyterian Church


'Haul Out The Holly' at the 12th Annual CHRISTMAS SING ALONG: Sunday, December 10th at 5:30 PM, at the historic Broadway Presbyterian Church at W114th and Broadway.

Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at The Shed


Explore the photos from the star-studded opening night party of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE. Featuring Bobby Cannavale, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, and more, this exclusive collection takes you behind the scenes of this highly anticipated production.

Photos: Go Inside BACK TO THE FUTURE Opening Night Gala


Back to the Future: The Musical just held a Gala Performance, celebrating its arrival on Broadway, and benefitting the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Special guests included original film cast & creative team members Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Huey Lewis, Steven Spielberg, Robert Zemeckis and more. Check out photos from inside the special night.

BACK TO THE FUTURE North American Tour to Launch Summer 2024


The 2022 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical, BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical will launch a North American Tour in the summer of 2024. See tour stops, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Broadway Presbyterian Church to Host 11TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SING ALONG, Sunday December 4th


THE 11TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SING ALONG, an Upper West Side holiday favorite held annually at the historic Broadway Presbyterian Church at W114th and Broadway will be held this year on Sunday, December 4th at 5:30 PM EST

Photos: Stars Arrive on the 1776 Red Caret on Opening Night


There was a revolution on Broadway last night! Roundabout Theatre Company and the American Repertory Theater's new Broadway production of 1776, directed by Jeffrey L. Page and Diane Paulus, opened officially at Roundabout's American Airlines Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals!

Listen: THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN Cast Recording Featuring Beth Malone & More Now Available


She ain’t down yet! Brought to you by the Transport Group’s award-winning production in conjunction with Music Theatre International, this studio recording of The Unsinkable Molly Brown is now available. Listen here!

MAMMA MIA! Now Playing at the New London Barn Playhouse


What a night! One thing leads to another at the New London Barn Playhouse where you are invited to find long lost love, dive into wedding prep, and find out what being family truly means on an idyllic Greek island. Mamma Mia! runs July 20th thru August 7th at 7:30PM with Wednesday matinee performances at 2:00PM and Sunday performances at 5:00PM.

Exclusive: Get a First Listen to Beth Malone's 'I Ain't Down Yet' From THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN Studio Recording


Brought to you by the Transport Group’s award-winning production in conjunction with Music Theatre International, this studio recording of The Unsinkable Molly Brown, will be available everywhere, digitally, Friday, July 22nd. Get an exclusive first listen to Beth Malone singing 'I Ain't Down Yet' here! 

THE UNSINKABLE MOLLY BROWN Cast Recording to be Released This Month, Featuring Beth Malone & More


The studio recording of The Unsinkable Molly Brown will be available everywhere, digitally, Friday, July 22nd. The Unsinkable Molly Brown features Meredith Willson's original score and lyrics plus unknown gems from Willson’s trunk, with a new book and added lyrics by Dick Scanlan, and liner notes by Luis Miranda.

Review: 42ND STREET at Music Theatre Wichita, Century II Concert Hall


After a two year hiatus, Music Theatre Wichita is FINALLY back in the Century II Concert Hall and Wichita Theatregoers couldn’t be happier! There was no better way to celebrate the return than an incredible performance of 42nd Street! I’m sad the show didn’t run another week, and sadder still if you didn’t get to see it. For those who did, it was nothing short of magnificent!

BWW Previews: 42ND STREET at Music Theatre Wichita


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Photos: The Stars Arrive at Opening Night of THE MUSIC MAN


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The Drinkwaters Brothers to Play THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE IN CONCERT at Feinstein's/54 Below December 29th


A Broadway classic gets the concert treatment, led by some very classy fellas.

Casting Announced For THE BOYS FROM SYRACUSE at Feinstein's/54 Below


The leading male roles of the identical twin Antipholus brothers will be played by real-life identical twins John and Matthew Drinkwater, the young musical duo who have become stars of the internet and have performed at major New York venues including Birdland, Feinstein's/54 Below, The Green Room 42, The Town Hall, and Don't Tell Mama.

The 10th Annual CHRISTMAS SING ALONG, Returns Live This Holiday Season


THE 10TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SING ALONG show, an Upper West Side holiday favorite held annually at the historic Broadway Presbyterian Church at W114th and Broadway, returns live and in-person on Sunday, December 5th at 5:30 PM EST.

Weekly Roundup: Our Top Ten Theater TikToks of the Week - WAITRESS, COMPANY, Laura Dreyfuss, Abigail Barlow & More!


Check out this week's top ten TikToks, featuring Waitress, Company, Bridgerton & more!

WATCH: Paula Leggett Chase & David Chase Featured On STOPTIME:Live In The Moment Podcast


STOPTIME:Live in the Moment host Lisa Hopkins speaks with Broadway veterans Paula Leggett Chase and David Chase about love, life, music, dance and what living in the moment means to them.

Paula Leggett Chase FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paula Leggett Chase been in?

Paula Leggett Chase has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Paula Leggett Chase been in?

Paula Leggett Chase has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Paula Leggett Chase been nominated for?

Paula Leggett Chase has been nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in The Unsinkable Molly Brown.

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