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Lincoln Center Theatre: Flying Over Sunset, South Pacific (1st National Tour). Broadway: Bright Star (Theater World Award; Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, Drama League nominations). Off-Broadway includes Call Me Madam (City Center Encores!) and Carrie (MCC). Regional includes Lempicka (Williamstown Theatre Festival), Annie McDougan in First Wives Club (Chicago), Dot in Sunday in the Park with George(Chicago Shakespeare Theater) and Elphaba in Wicked (1st National Tour; also Melbourne, Australia). West End includes Fantine in Les Misérables, Rose in The Secret Garden (Royal Shakespeare Company), Saucy Jack and the Space Vixens (The Venue) and Kim in Personals (Apollo Theatre). UK tour includes Christine in The Phantom of the Opera and Eva Cassidy in Over the Rainbow. Film: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood. TV: “Sorry For Your Loss” (Facebook series).

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Carmen Cusack STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre's Original Broadway Production, 2021
Clare Boothe Luce

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival, 2019
Performer

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2017
Alice Murphy [Replacement]

[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Revival, 2017
Performer

[New York]
New York City Center Concert Gala, 2016
Yvonne

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Alice Murphy

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Production, 2012
Miss Gardner

[West End]
London Revival, 2005
Chesty Prospects

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Elphaba [Replacement]

[West End]
London Revival, 2001
Performer


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Bill Russell to Present MY SIDE OF THE SHOW at Birdland

Join Bill Russell in 'My Side of the Show' at Birdland as he delves into the captivating world of the Broadway musical 'Side Show.' Experience the magic and artistry of this beloved production in a unique concert setting. Don't miss this unforgettable exploration of one of Broadway's most cherished musicals.

Birdland to Welcome Golden Globe Winner Amanda McBroom in SUCH GOOD FRIENDS

Join Amanda McBroom, the Golden Globe winner, as she takes the stage at BIRDLAND in 'Such Good Friends,' a celebration of female songwriters. Don't miss this limited engagement!

See Tony Award Winner Cady Huffman and Bass Player Mary Ann McSweeney Live at Birdland Theater

Get ready for an extraordinary night of music as Tony Award winner Cady Huffman and bass player Mary Ann McSweeney take the stage at Birdland Theater. Don't miss out on this limited-time performance that guarantees an unforgettable experience.

Interview: Carmen Cusack of LAY YOUR HANDS ON ME

An actor telling other peoples' stories just became a singer-songwriter telling her own, as Carmen Cusack releases her first-ever album of original compositions.

Interview: Theatre Life with Sarna Lapine

Today's subject Sarna Lapine is currently living her theatre life at the directing helm of Signature Theatre's upcoming production of Stephen Sondheim's gothic musical masterpiece Sweeney Todd. The production begins performances on May 16th and will play through July 9th in Signature Theatre's MAX space. It is the fourth time Signature has produced the show, making it Signature Theatre's most produced Sondheim musical overtaking Assassins and Into The Woods with three productions each.

Album Review: Some Troubadours Are Ladies & Vice Versa, As Carmen Cusack Shows Us On Her New Album LAY YOUR HANDS ON ME

Taking it one by one, Carmen Cusack’s LAY YOUR HANDS ON ME songs are beautiful, uplifting, and soul-stirring, sometimes all of it at once.

Tom Kitt & Friends To Play The Bourbon Room in May

The Bourbon Room, along with Joy Coalition, will welcome Tony, Grammy, Emmy and Pulitzer Prize Award-winning composer Tom Kitt for two special performances on Sunday, May 7 (8:00 pm) and Monday, May 8 (8:00 pm) at The Bourbon Room, situated right in the heart of Hollywood overlooking the Walk of Fame. Kitt will make his Bourbon Room debut, leading a night of songs and stories from his Broadway, Off-Broadway, and upcoming musicals.

Carmen Cusack To Release Album Of Original Music LAY YOUR HANDS ON ME

Twice Tony nominated and widely admired, Carmen Cusack spreads her wings with a new album of self-composed songs titled LAY YOUR HANDS ON ME, to be released on April 25th.

Claybourne Elder to Present IF THE STARS WERE MINE at Chelsea Table + Stage

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present Broadway’s hunky gay ex-Mormon dad Claybourne Elder, star of Company, Sunday in the Park…, and HBO’s “The Gilded Age,” on Friday, April 28 at 9:30 PM

Deborah Cox, Peppermint, Cheyenne Jackson & More Join Center Theatre Group's 2023 Gala

Additional performers have joined the lineup for the 2023 Gala, “Light Up Los Angeles,” which is planned for April 15, 2023 at The Music Center. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Photos: Cult-Hit CASHINO Returns To New York City And Birdland!

“CASHINO,” the long-running LA and NYC cult hit made it’s debut at Birdland for one night only on Monday, April 3. Susie Mosher (Hairspray and host of Birdland’s “The Lineup”) and recording artist John Boswell starred as Pepper Cole and Johnny Niagra in the special concert version of the critically acclaimed multimedia musical show. See photos from the event.

See Eliane Elias, Marquis Hill, The Kinsey Sicks & More at Birdland in April

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: Carmen Cusack Triumphed in BRIGHT STAR in Concert at the Eccles Theater

Carmen Cusack triumphantly returned to her Tony-nominated starring role of Alice Murphy in BRIGHT STAR in Concert, which played the Eccles Theater for one night only on Friday, January 20, 2023.

Interview: Michael Barakiva of IN EVERY GENERATION at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Revisits His Own Family Memories of Passover in This Inherently Theatrical Play

BroadwayWorld talks to acclaimed director Michael Barakiva about his new production of Ali Viterbi's award-winning 'In Every Generation' playing at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley through February 12th.

Graham Phillips & Krystina Alabado to Star in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE at Pasadena Playhouse

Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for Sunday in the Park with George, the first production of the theater’s six-month-long celebration of Stephen Sondheim. See performances dates and how to purchase tickets!

Carmen Cusack to Return to BRIGHT STAR in Concert at Eccles Theatre

Two-time Tony nominee and original Broadway cast member, Carmen Cusack will star in the concert version of Steve Martin and Eddie Brickell's Grammy-nominated production Bright Star. The show will play on January 20th, 2023 at the Eccles Theater in Salt Lake City.

Latest Standings Released For The For 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards

The final standings have been announced as of Tuesday, December 27th for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; The Muny Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The For 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards

Voting is now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Carmen Cusack FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Carmen Cusack has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

Carmen Cusack has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

Carmen Cusack's first West End show was The Secret Garden which opened in 2001

Carmen Cusack has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Flying Over Sunset" and "Bright Star." She also received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for both "Flying Over Sunset" and "Bright Star." Additionally, Cusack was nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Bright Star" and received a Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for the same show. She was also nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for her performance in "South Pacific."

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