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Anika Noni Rose

Birth Place: Bloomfield, CT

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ANIKA NONI ROSE won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role in Caroline, or Change (also receiving the Lucille Lortel, Theatre World, Obie and Clarence Derwent awards and a Drama Desk nomination). Her additional Broadway credits include A Raisin in the Sun (Tony Award and Outer Critics Circle nominations), Cat on A Hot Tin Roof directed by Debbie Allen and Footloose. Additional stage credits include Carmen Jones (Lucille Lortel and AUDELCO awards; Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominations); and the New York Philharmonic's production of Company. Rose drew notice for her acclaimed performance as Regina in Netflix’s most-watched limited series to date, “Maid” (2022 NAACP Image Awards nomination, one of nine she has received).  Rose appeared in Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (Netflix), Lena Waithe’s “Them” (Amazon) and “Little Fires Everywhere” (Hulu). Additionally, Anika led the cast of BET’s series “The Quad”as Eva Fletcher, starred in the film Everything, Everything and in the History Channel’s adaptation of “Roots” as Kizzy (NAACP Image Award nomination). Anika starred as Lorell Robinson in Dreamgirls (AFI Ensemble Award, SAG Award nomination, Grammy Award nomination). Additional TV and film credits include “The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency” (HBO), For Colored Girls, Half of A Yellow Sun, Assassination Nation and recently, Showtime’s “Let the Right One In.” Anika voiced Princess Tiana in Disney’s The Princess and The Frog, featuring the first African American Disney Princess. The film received three Oscar nominations and Anika became the youngest inductee to ever be honored as a Disney Legend.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Yelena

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2018
Carmen Jones

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Beneatha Younger

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Concert, 0
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2008
Maggie

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2005
Lutiebelle

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2004
Performer

Emmie Thibodeaux

[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Emmie Thibodeaux

Emmie Thibodeaux

[Off-Broadway]
2001
Performer

[San Francisco (Regional)]
ACT Production, 1999
Polly Peachum

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Rusty [Replacement]


Movies

From Justin to Kelly
[ 2003 ] Kaya
Surviving Christmas
[ 2004 ] Choir
Temptation
[ 2004 ] Fog
Dreamgirls
[ 2006 ] Lorrell Robinson
Just Add Water
[ 2008 ] R ch lle
The Princess and the Frog
[ 2009 ] Tiana
For Colored Girls
[ 2010 ] Ymine, Yellow
Company
[ 2011 ] Marta
Skyler
[ 2012 ] Therapist
As Cool as I Am
[ 2013 ] Frances
Half of a Yellow Sun
[ 2013 ] Kainene
Khumba
[ 2013 ] Lungisa
Imperial Dreams
[ 2014 ] Miss Price
Throne of Elves
[ 2016 ] Meyla
Everything, Everything
[ 2017 ] Pauline
Assassination Nation
[ 2018 ] Nance
Ralph Breaks the Internet
[ 2018 ] Tiana
The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain
[ 2019 ] Candace Wade
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
[ 2020 ] Jessica
Body Cam
[ 2020 ] Taneesha Branz
Injustice
[ 2021 ] Catwoman

TV Shows

Bates Motel
Special Agent Liz Babbitt
Power
Jukebox
The Good Wife
Wendy Scott-Carr
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
Grace Makutsi
The Quad
Dr. Eva Fletcher

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Anika Noni Rose, Carmen Jones

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Anika Noni Rose, Carmen Jones

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Anika Noni Rose, Carmen Jones

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Anika Noni Rose, A Raisin in the Sun

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Anika Noni Rose, A Raisin in the Sun


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Anika Noni Rose, Caroline, or Change


winner
The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Featured Actress

Anika Noni Rose, Caroline, or Change


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2004 - Performance

Anika Noni Rose, Caroline, or Change


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

Anika Noni Rose, Caroline, or Change

Videos

News


Video: Blair Underwood Recalls Losing Out on DREAMGIRLS Role

Blair Underwood almost appeared in the Dreamgirls movie. On a recent appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the performer chatted with Hudson about the experience, who made her film debut in the same 2006 screen adaptation. Watch the interview!
Video: Anika Noni Rose Discuss Themes in New Tiana Children's Book

On Tuesday, actress Anika Noni Rose stopped by the Today Show to discuss her newly released children's book featuring the fan-favorite character Tiana and set in the world of Disney's The Princess and the Frog. Watch the interview!
Nubya Garcia Reveals 2025 North American Tour

North American jazz fans rejoice — renowned musician and composer Nubya Garcia has announced a tour of the US and Canada for 2025. Before she makes her way here, Nubya will play shows in Australia, Japan, and China.
Sarah Boone Brings MOM BEFORE DAD: A Young Woman Of The Greatest Generation to the Triad Theater

Cabaret artist Sarah Boone will return to the Triad Theater with an encore performance of Mom Before Dad: A Young Woman of the Greatest Generation following celebrated performances in Florida, Los Angeles and Colorado.
Nubya Garcia Releasing 'Odyssey' Album This Friday

This Friday, September 20th, London-born saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Nubya Garcia shares her new album, Odyssey.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 6, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Heather Headley and Ben Platt Will Join Jason Robert Brown at Carnegie Hall

Tony and Grammy Award-winning artists Heather Headley and Ben Platt will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM.
Video: New MUFASA: THE LION KING Trailer Premieres at D23

Watch a new trailer for MUFASA: THE LION KING, in theatres on December 20, 2024!
Jason Robert Brown Will Perform in Concert at Carnegie Hall In October

Three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown will perform a special concert event at Carnegie Hall on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM. Learn more about the concert here!
Nubya Garcia Shares Single 'Clarity' From Upcoming Album

London-born saxophonist, composer and bandleader Nubya Garcia has shared a gorgeous new single, “Clarity,” following last month’s lead track, “The Seer,” from her forthcoming new album, Odyssey, which arrives September 20th. Listen to it now!
Video: Nikiya Mathis Receives Special Tony Award

Earlier tonight at the 77th Annual Tony Awards, Nikiya Mathis took home a Tony Honor. Watch what happened afterwards in this video!
Videos: Alex Edelman, Nikiya Mathis, and Abe Jacob Accept Special Tony Awards

The 77th Annual Tony Awards are now underway. Alex Edelman, Nikiya Mathis, and Abe Jacob received Special Tony Awards. Check out their acceptance speeches here!
Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren Will Lead First Broadway Production of THE LAST FIVE YEARS

Still hurting over the end of the Broadway season? BroadwayWorld has just learned that that singer, songwriter and actor Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren will return to Broadway to star as 'Jamie' and 'Cathy' in the first ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown's beloved THE LAST FIVE YEARS. We have all of the details!
Nubya Garcia Returns With Single 'The Seer' From Newly Announced Album

London-born saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Nubya Garcia will release a new album, Odyssey, which arrives September 20th. Alongside the news, Garcia has also released a rousing and energetic lead single, “The Seer”. Listen to the song now!
2 Broadway Shows Close Today

Broadway says goodbye to two limited-run productions. Mother Play takes its final bow at the Hayes Theatre following 26 previews and 58 regular performances; and Uncle Vanya will conclude its run at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre following 22 previews and 62 regular performances.
Video: William Jackson Harper Talks Tony Nomination for UNCLE VANYA

William Jackson Harper stopped by GMA3 on Friday to talk about his role as Astrov in Uncle Vanya, for which he just received his first Tony nomination. Harper has an extensive background in theater, previously appearing on Broadway in the Tony Award-winning play All The Way. Watch the interview now!
Listen to Anika Noni Rose Sing 'Special Spice' from TIANA'S BAYOU ADVENTURE

Tiana's Bayou Adventure, a new ride set in the world of the 2008 Disney animated film The Princess and the Frog, is due to open later this month at Walt Disney World. Ahead of its opening, Disney has debuted a new song from the ride, sung by Tony-award-winning performer Anika Noni Rose as Princess Tiana.
Video: Steve Carell Talks Fulfilled Dream of Performing on Broadway in UNCLE VANYA

On Tuesday, Steve Carell, who is currently starring in Uncle Vanya on Broadway, stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss his involvement and role in the new production of the classic Anton Chekov play. Though Carell is making his Broadway debut in this play, this has been a longtime goal for the actor and comedian. Watch the interview!
Find Out Who's Receiving 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre and Special Tony Awards

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the honorees for the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, as well as Special Tony Awards.
Video: Alfred Molina Talks New Production of UNCLE VANYA

In a new interview, actor Alfred Molina breaks down his career from his onscreen appearances in films like Spider-Man 2 to his role as Alexander Serebryakov​​​​​​​ in Uncle Vanya, which is currently running on Broadway. He discussed what drew him to the project, his co-stars, and his approach to the material. Watch the video here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Anika Noni Rose been in?

Anika Noni Rose has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Anika Noni Rose been in?

Anika Noni Rose has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Anika Noni Rose been nominated for?

Anika Noni Rose has received several nominations for her outstanding performances. She was nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Carmen Jones. Additionally, she received the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards, also for Carmen Jones. Rose was nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Carmen Jones, as well as Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for A Raisin in the Sun. She earned a nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for A Raisin in the Sun. Furthermore, she was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Caroline, or Change, and for Outstanding Featured Actress at The Lortels for the same production. Rose also received a Theatre World Award nomination for her performance in Caroline, or Change, and was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Caroline, or Change.

What awards has Anika Noni Rose won?

Anika Noni Rose has won several awards, including Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Caroline, or Change. She also received the Outstanding Featured Actress award at The Lortels for the same production. Additionally, she won a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Caroline, or Change, and was honored with the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical, also for Caroline, or Change.

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