Ashley Samuels
Latest News on Ashley Samuels:
Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Cast in Rehearsals (Jan 16, 2026)
Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (Dec 11, 2025)
Jerry Mitchell to Direct BRITISH INVASION Workshop in London (Aug 27, 2025)
Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Cast in Rehearsals (Jan 16, 2026)
Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY (Dec 11, 2025)
Jerry Mitchell to Direct BRITISH INVASION Workshop in London (Aug 27, 2025)
BIO
Training: Guildford School of Acting (BA Hons Musical Theatre)
Theatre: Ronald Clifford in Cruel Intensions (Bill Kenwright Ltd); Ben in Night Of The Living Dead - Live (Pleasance Theatre); Roy, Mark, Pete, Bobby Jeremy in original London cast of Fun Home (Young Vic Theatre); Stevie Wonder/1st cover Berry Gordy in Motown The Musical (Shaftesbury Theatre); Doctor in The Book of Mormon (Prince Of Wales Theatre); Black Dude in the original London cast of The Toxic Avenger (Southwark Playhouse); Man 2 in The World Goes Round (Stephen Joseph Theatre); The Olivier Awards (Royal Opera House)
Television: ‘Sing On!’ (Netflix); ‘This Morning’ (ITV); 'Sing it Kitty' commercial
Workshop: The Osmonds, Zombies & Marcus in Pattie Shop Diaries (The Other Palace); Back to the Future: The Musical (American Church); Adam in Cult (Southwark Playhouse)
Rehearsed Readings: Michael in Throne; Mark in The Beach House (Stephen Joseph Theatre)
Other work includes: Season Launch 2018 (Nottingham Playhouse); Louise Dearman: This Is Me (Concert); Motown West End Live 2017; Concert soloist (The Other Palace & The Electric Theatre)
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STAGE TUBE: New Trailer for THE TOXIC AVENGER at Southwark Playhouse
by Stage Tube - 2016-05-05 18:10:47
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Photos: THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY Cast in Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for the new British Musical, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry based on Rachel Joyce’s best-selling novel with music and lyrics by Passenger.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2026
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for the new British Musical, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry based on Rachel Joyce’s best-selling novel with music and lyrics by Passenger.
Full Cast Set For THE UNLIKELY PILGRIMAGE OF HAROLD FRY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
The full cast has been announced joining the already announced Mark Addy as Harold Fry, Jenna Russell as Maureen Fry and Noah Mullins as The Balladeer in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025
The full cast has been announced joining the already announced Mark Addy as Harold Fry, Jenna Russell as Maureen Fry and Noah Mullins as The Balladeer in The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry.
Jerry Mitchell to Direct BRITISH INVASION Workshop in London
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
A workshop is set to be presented of British Invasion, a musical directed and choreographed by three-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell. Learn more about the musical here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025
A workshop is set to be presented of British Invasion, a musical directed and choreographed by three-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell. Learn more about the musical here!
JUST FOR ONE DAY - THE LIVE AID MUSICAL Hosts Launch Event At Wembley Stadium As Album Is Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025
At an exclusive event at Wembley Stadium, it was announced that Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of Live Aid with a very special performance at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London, on Sunday 13 July, followed by an exclusive after party with surprise special guest performances at Koko, Camden.
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025
At an exclusive event at Wembley Stadium, it was announced that Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of Live Aid with a very special performance at the Shaftesbury Theatre, London, on Sunday 13 July, followed by an exclusive after party with surprise special guest performances at Koko, Camden.
Cast Set for JUST FOR ONE DAY - The Live Aid Musical London & Toronto Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the Toronto and London productions of JUST FOR ONE DAY – The Live Aid Musical. See who is starring and learn more about the musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
The cast has been revealed for the Toronto and London productions of JUST FOR ONE DAY – The Live Aid Musical. See who is starring and learn more about the musical.
Downtown Arts District Announces Inaugural New Year's Eve Party MIDNIGHT ON MAGNOLIA
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
The Downtown Arts District has announced its first-ever New Year's Eve celebration, “Midnight on Magnolia,” on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at CityArts in Orlando from 8:30pm to 1pm. Presented by Valley Bank, this fun and fresh event offers an elevated, artistic atmosphere, perfect for young professionals and the young at heart looking for a unique way to ring in the New Year in Orlando.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024
The Downtown Arts District has announced its first-ever New Year's Eve celebration, “Midnight on Magnolia,” on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at CityArts in Orlando from 8:30pm to 1pm. Presented by Valley Bank, this fun and fresh event offers an elevated, artistic atmosphere, perfect for young professionals and the young at heart looking for a unique way to ring in the New Year in Orlando.
Photos: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
On Monday 5 August the cast of SOMETHING ROTTEN! in concert took to the stage at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. See photos!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
On Monday 5 August the cast of SOMETHING ROTTEN! in concert took to the stage at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. See photos!
Review Roundup: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Something Rotten! In Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn more about the performance!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024
See what the critics are saying about Something Rotten! In Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn more about the performance!
Photos: SOMETHING ROTTEN! IN CONCERT in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024
All new photos have been released of the cast in rehearsals for the UK premiere concert of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN! which plays Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 August. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2024
All new photos have been released of the cast in rehearsals for the UK premiere concert of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN! which plays Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 August. Check out the photos here!
Complete Cast Set for SOMETHING ROTTEN! in Concert at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2024
The complete cast has been revealed for the UK premiere of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2024
The complete cast has been revealed for the UK premiere of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Richard Fleeshman, Marisha Wallace, and Steve Furst Join SOMETHING ROTTEN! in Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024
Further casting has been announced for the UK premiere of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN!, which plays Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Monday 5 August and Tuesday 6 August.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024
Further casting has been announced for the UK premiere of the hit Broadway musical comedy SOMETHING ROTTEN!, which plays Theatre Royal Drury Lane on Monday 5 August and Tuesday 6 August.
Interview: 'I Hope it Gets People Talking': Actors Rachel John and Ashley Samuels on the Return of THE BIG LIFE at Stratford East
by Kat Mokrynski - Feb 26, 2024
Recently, we chatted with Rachel John and Ashley Samuels, who play Zulieka and Ferdy in The Big Life. We discussed the different paths they took to get into the theatre industry, the roles they play within the show and what it is like being a part of the revival twenty years after.
by Kat Mokrynski - Feb 26, 2024
Recently, we chatted with Rachel John and Ashley Samuels, who play Zulieka and Ferdy in The Big Life. We discussed the different paths they took to get into the theatre industry, the roles they play within the show and what it is like being a part of the revival twenty years after.
Review: THE BIG LIFE - THE SKA MUSICAL, Stratford East
by Louise Penn - Feb 23, 2024
Returning to Stratford East after two decades, the vibrant ska musical The Big Life mixes the plot of Love's Labour's Lost with the arrival of the Windrush generation to London. With a big heart and a sense of fun, it takes an original approach to highlighting the plight of the new migrants who see their dreams collapse.
by Louise Penn - Feb 23, 2024
Returning to Stratford East after two decades, the vibrant ska musical The Big Life mixes the plot of Love's Labour's Lost with the arrival of the Windrush generation to London. With a big heart and a sense of fun, it takes an original approach to highlighting the plight of the new migrants who see their dreams collapse.
Photos: First Look at THE BIG LIFE at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
All new photos have been released from The Big Life at Stratford East. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024
All new photos have been released from The Big Life at Stratford East. Check out the photos here!
Stratford East Reveals Principal Cast and Creatives For THE BIG LIFE
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2023
Stratford East has announced the cast and creative team for its revival of hit Windrush Ska musical The Big Life, with book by Paul Sirett and Tameka Empson, lyrics by Paul Sirett, and music by Paul Joseph.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2023
Stratford East has announced the cast and creative team for its revival of hit Windrush Ska musical The Big Life, with book by Paul Sirett and Tameka Empson, lyrics by Paul Sirett, and music by Paul Joseph.
Chaka Khan Will Attend a Staged Reading of I'M EVERY WOMAN - THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL in London
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2023
Music legend Chaka Khan is set to attend a staged reading of ‘I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical' on Friday 1 December in London.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2023
Music legend Chaka Khan is set to attend a staged reading of ‘I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical' on Friday 1 December in London.
Cast Set For The Workshop Presentation Of I'M EVERY WOMAN - THE CHAKA KHAN MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2023
An industry workshop presentation of I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical will take place with two 80-minute performances at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, London, on Friday 10th November - show times 11.00am and 2:30pm.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2023
An industry workshop presentation of I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical will take place with two 80-minute performances at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, London, on Friday 10th November - show times 11.00am and 2:30pm.
Photos: First Look at ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Once On This Island at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023
Get a first look at photos of Once On This Island at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2023
Check out rehearsal photos for Once on This Island at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2023
Check out rehearsal photos for Once on This Island at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre Sets Cast and Creative Team For ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2023
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for their forthcoming production of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Once On This Island.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2023
Regent's Park Open Air Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for their forthcoming production of the Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical Once On This Island.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ashley Samuels been in?
Ashley Samuels has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Ashley Samuels been in?
Ashley Samuels has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Ashley Samuels's first West End show?
Ashley Samuels's first West End show was Motown the Musical which opened in 2016
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