Alex Newell
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Photos: Darren Criss, Neil Patrick Harris and More at Tony Awards After Party at Rockefeller Center (Jun 9, 2026)
Kate Baldwin Performs Songs from THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, SOUTH PACIFIC & More at 54 Below (Jun 9, 2026)
Tony Awards Fashion: Stars Serve Glamour, Glitter and More on Broadway's Biggest Night (Jun 9, 2026)
Photos: Darren Criss, Neil Patrick Harris and More at Tony Awards After Party at Rockefeller Center (Jun 9, 2026)
Kate Baldwin Performs Songs from THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, SOUTH PACIFIC & More at 54 Below (Jun 9, 2026)
Tony Awards Fashion: Stars Serve Glamour, Glitter and More on Broadway's Biggest Night (Jun 9, 2026)
BIO
Alex Newell is an American actor and singer. They are known for their role as Unique Adams on the Fox musical series Glee and Mo on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist. Newell also starred as Asaka in the Broadway revival of Once on This Island at the Circle in the Square Theatre in 2018. For their role in Shucked, they won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Newell and J. Harrison Ghee were the first openly non-binary actors to be nominated for and win a Tony Award.
As a singer, Newell has released tracks with Clean Bandit, Blonde, and the Knocks.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2020
Narrator
Movies
Geography Club
[ 2013 ] Ike
[ 2013 ] Ike
Super Novas
[ 2016 ] Brie Tonika
[ 2016 ] Brie Tonika
Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas
[ 2021 ] Mo
[ 2021 ] Mo
TV Shows
Glee
Wade 'Unique' Adams
Wade 'Unique' Adams
Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist
Mo
Mo
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Pebble
Pebble
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
Pebble
Pebble
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur
[ 2023-2025 ] Pebble (voice)
[ 2023-2025 ] Pebble (voice)
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical
Alex Newell, Shucked
Drama League Awards - 2023 - Distinguished Performance Award
Alex Newell, Shucked
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical
Alex Newell, Shucked
winner
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Alex Newell, Shucked
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Featured Actor in a Musical
Alex Newell, Once on this Island
Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award
Alex Newell, Once On This Island
Videos
Video: Alex Newell, Sidney Dupont, and More Perform at DREAMERS ON FIRE Concert
by Stephi Wild - 2026-04-23 05:44:18
Video: Watch Alex Newell Sing 'When You're Good to Mama' in CHICAGO
by Michael Major - 2025-11-25 13:40:31
Photos/Video: CHICAGO Celebrates 29 Years On Broadway and Welcomes New 'Mama' Alex Newell
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-11-17 23:32:21
Video: Kate Baldwin & Alex Newell Are Strutting Back to Broadway in CHICAGO
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-11-12 13:23:59
Video: Watch Studio Footage of Jessica Vosk and Alex Brightman Singing in HAZBIN HOTEL Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-11 17:43:54
Video: Vivienne Medrano Is Asking the Tough Questions in HAZBIN HOTEL Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-31 11:56:43
Video: Christian Borle Performs New Villain Song From HAZBIN HOTEL Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-29 12:05:55
Videos: Inside Rehearsals For BAT BOY at New York City Center
by Michael Major - 2025-10-21 12:00:05
Video: Taylor Trensch & Gabi Carrubba Sing 'Mine, All Mine' from BAT BOY
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-10-16 16:39:23
Video: Andrew Resnick Unpacks the Music of BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-10-07 15:15:40
Video: Watch the HAZBIN HOTEL Season 2 Trailer Featuring New Musical Numbers
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-01 12:42:32
Video: Watch the Trailer for Animated Musical Series HELLUVA BOSS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-03 13:25:20
Video: Auli'i Cravalho Discusses Themes of Self-Acceptance in LULU IS A RHINOCEROS on CBS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-04 14:08:23
Video: Auliʻi Cravalho Performs 'Good Morning, Beautiful You' in LULU IS A RHINOCEROS Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-23 10:21:19
Video: Ariana DeBose, Andrea McArdle, and More at the Laurie Beechman Theatre Renaissance Gala
by Stephi Wild - 2025-04-15 09:38:11
News
Photos: Darren Criss, Neil Patrick Harris and More at Tony Awards After Party at Rockefeller Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
Look at how Broadway’s biggest stars celebrated both on and off the stage at last night’s 79th Annual Tony Awards, from the Baccarat x Dewar’s Scotch Whisky Speakeasy at the ceremony’s telecast.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026
Look at how Broadway’s biggest stars celebrated both on and off the stage at last night’s 79th Annual Tony Awards, from the Baccarat x Dewar’s Scotch Whisky Speakeasy at the ceremony’s telecast.
Kate Baldwin Performs Songs from THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, SOUTH PACIFIC & More at 54 Below
by Robert Diamond - Jun 9, 2026
Two-time Tony nominee Kate Baldwin performs songs from THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, SOUTH PACIFIC, HELLO, DOLLY!, and SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at 54 Below, joined by collaborator Georgia Stitt.
by Robert Diamond - Jun 9, 2026
Two-time Tony nominee Kate Baldwin performs songs from THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE, SOUTH PACIFIC, HELLO, DOLLY!, and SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at 54 Below, joined by collaborator Georgia Stitt.
Tony Awards Fashion: Stars Serve Glamour, Glitter and More on Broadway's Biggest Night
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026
The category is: Tony Awards Eleganza. Broadway legends, rising stars, Hollywood favorites, and fashion icons all came ready to walk at this year's ceremony. Rachel Zegler, Cole Escola, Queen Latifah, Darren Criss, Jordan Roth, Bernadette Peters, and dozens more brought glamour, confidence, and undeniable star power to the red carpet.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026
The category is: Tony Awards Eleganza. Broadway legends, rising stars, Hollywood favorites, and fashion icons all came ready to walk at this year's ceremony. Rachel Zegler, Cole Escola, Queen Latifah, Darren Criss, Jordan Roth, Bernadette Peters, and dozens more brought glamour, confidence, and undeniable star power to the red carpet.
What Happened Inside the 2026 Tony Awards Afterparties
by Michael Gioia - Jun 8, 2026
BroadwayWorld takes you inside a handful of the afterparties during Broadway’s biggest night.
by Michael Gioia - Jun 8, 2026
BroadwayWorld takes you inside a handful of the afterparties during Broadway’s biggest night.
Photos: Inside the 2026 Tony Awards Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 8, 2026
Last night saw the 79th Annual Tony Awards, celebrating the incredible theater work seen on Broadway this past year. Take a look inside the CBS and Pluto TV broadcasts below, including presenters, performances, and acceptance speeches from shows like The Lost Boys, Schmigadoon!, Ragtime, Titaníque, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 8, 2026
Last night saw the 79th Annual Tony Awards, celebrating the incredible theater work seen on Broadway this past year. Take a look inside the CBS and Pluto TV broadcasts below, including presenters, performances, and acceptance speeches from shows like The Lost Boys, Schmigadoon!, Ragtime, Titaníque, and more.
Julianne Hough Teases She’s ‘Ready to Come Back’ to Broadway: ‘You Might Be Hearing Something Soon’
by Michael Gioia - Jun 7, 2026
Julianne Hough caught up with BroadwayWorld on the Tony Awards red carpet at Radio City Music Hall.
by Michael Gioia - Jun 7, 2026
Julianne Hough caught up with BroadwayWorld on the Tony Awards red carpet at Radio City Music Hall.
Our Favorite Moments From the 2026 Tony Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 8, 2026
Once again, Broadway's biggest night has come and gone! With the 79th Annual Tony Awards now behind us, we have compiled a list of some of the most memorable moments from the evening, including standout wins, performances, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 8, 2026
Once again, Broadway's biggest night has come and gone! With the 79th Annual Tony Awards now behind us, we have compiled a list of some of the most memorable moments from the evening, including standout wins, performances, and more.
Photos: 2026 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2026
The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre. BroadwayWorld of course will be on hand at Radio City Music Hall all night to keep you up to speed on what's going on onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2026
The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre. BroadwayWorld of course will be on hand at Radio City Music Hall all night to keep you up to speed on what's going on onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes!
Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and More Set for the 79th Annual Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
2026 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026
Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026
Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Cabaret Roundup: June 8-14 – Alex Newell, Norm Lewis, Donna McKechnie & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 8, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including a concert reading of Dames at Sea in honor of its 60th anniversary, Glee and Broadway star Alex Newell in a new solo show, pride shows and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 8, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including a concert reading of Dames at Sea in honor of its 60th anniversary, Glee and Broadway star Alex Newell in a new solo show, pride shows and more.
Queen Latifah Will Lead CHICAGO Tribute Performance at the Tony Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Queen Latifah will lead a special tribute performance to the musical Chicago, celebrating the show's 30 years on Broadway, at this year's Tony Awards. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Queen Latifah will lead a special tribute performance to the musical Chicago, celebrating the show's 30 years on Broadway, at this year's Tony Awards. Learn more here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Kennedy Center Ruling, Broadway's Record Season & New York's $150M Tax Credit Boost
by Alex Freeman - Jun 1, 2026
On the legal and legislative front, a federal judge ordered the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center and temporarily blocked its planned closure, while New York State added $150 million to its theatrical production tax credit program. Broadway closed out its 2025–2026 season with a new all-time box office record of $1.91 billion, and the Broadway League and Actors' Equity announced a new audition initiative called LEAP.
by Alex Freeman - Jun 1, 2026
On the legal and legislative front, a federal judge ordered the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center and temporarily blocked its planned closure, while New York State added $150 million to its theatrical production tax credit program. Broadway closed out its 2025–2026 season with a new all-time box office record of $1.91 billion, and the Broadway League and Actors' Equity announced a new audition initiative called LEAP.
Lea Salonga, Bebe Neuwirth, Anthony Rapp and More Set for A SALUTE TO BROADWAY Fan Convention
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Creation Entertainment's A SALUTE TO BROADWAY will bring a Broadway-themed fan convention to The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort, featuring Tony winners, live performances, cosplay, trivia, and a one-night concert with an 11-piece orchestra.
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Creation Entertainment's A SALUTE TO BROADWAY will bring a Broadway-themed fan convention to The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort, featuring Tony winners, live performances, cosplay, trivia, and a one-night concert with an 11-piece orchestra.
A SALUTE TO BROADWAY Fan Convention Will Come to Las Vegas
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
A Salute To Broadway: The Most Musical Fan Convention Ever will come to Las Vegas in June. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2026
A Salute To Broadway: The Most Musical Fan Convention Ever will come to Las Vegas in June. Learn more about the upcoming event and find out how to get tickets here!
Photos: Inside the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards
by Bruce Glikas - May 22, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards, and celebrated the winners of the 2025-2026 Broadway and Off-Broadway season at a ceremony. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 22, 2026
The Outer Critics Circle announced the winners of the 2026 Outer Critics Circle Awards, and celebrated the winners of the 2025-2026 Broadway and Off-Broadway season at a ceremony. Check out photos here!
From THE COLOR PURPLE to RAGTIME: Top Broadway Moments on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026
With The Late Show with Stephen Colbert coming to an end this week, we are looking back at some of our favorite Broadway performances and musical theater-themed moments from over the past ten years.
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026
With The Late Show with Stephen Colbert coming to an end this week, we are looking back at some of our favorite Broadway performances and musical theater-themed moments from over the past ten years.
Interview: Keith Lockhart Will Welcome Broadway Stars to Boston Pops Spring and Summer Seasons
by R. Scott Reedy - May 11, 2026
Keith Lockhart was chatting with Tony Award winners Sutton Foster (“Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Mille”) and Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) following their sold-out “One Night Only” concert last summer at Tanglewood when he realized he wasn’t Foster’s only backstage visitor.
by R. Scott Reedy - May 11, 2026
Keith Lockhart was chatting with Tony Award winners Sutton Foster (“Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Mille”) and Kelli O’Hara (“The King and I”) following their sold-out “One Night Only” concert last summer at Tanglewood when he realized he wasn’t Foster’s only backstage visitor.
Photos: Alex Newell, Kate Baldwin, and More Perform at Mark MacKillop's Salon For Broadway Cares
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Mark MacKillop hosted his fourth Salon in the home of Interior Designer Jamie Drake, with performances from Mark MacKillop, Alex Newell, Kate Baldwin, David Burtka, Brandon Contreras and Sam Gravitte. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026
Mark MacKillop hosted his fourth Salon in the home of Interior Designer Jamie Drake, with performances from Mark MacKillop, Alex Newell, Kate Baldwin, David Burtka, Brandon Contreras and Sam Gravitte. Check out photos here!
City Center's BAT BOY Revival Records New Cast Album
by Michael Major - Apr 27, 2026
City Center's production of Bat Boy the Musical has recorded a new cast album! A new video shows Taylor Trensch (Bat Boy), Kerry Butler (Meredith Parker), Christopher Sieber (Dr. Parker), and Gabi Carrubba (Shelley Parker) in the recording studio.
by Michael Major - Apr 27, 2026
City Center's production of Bat Boy the Musical has recorded a new cast album! A new video shows Taylor Trensch (Bat Boy), Kerry Butler (Meredith Parker), Christopher Sieber (Dr. Parker), and Gabi Carrubba (Shelley Parker) in the recording studio.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Alex Newell been in?
Alex Newell has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Alex Newell been in?
Alex Newell has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Alex Newell been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Shucked, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Shucked, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Shucked, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Shucked, Best Featured Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Once on this Island and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Once On This Island.
What awards has Alex Newell won?
Alex Newell has won the following awards: Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Shucked; Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Shucked; Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Shucked; and Best Featured Actor in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Once on this Island.
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