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Cedric Neal

Birth Place: Dallas, Texas

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BIO

Cedric Neal most recently was a Semifinalist on "The Voice UK" 2019 Series. He made his West End debut as Berry Gordy in the original London cast of "Motown- The Musical." Neal was featured as The Arbiter in the first revival of "Chess" at London's Coliseum.


Other London credits include Jesus Christ Superstar at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, the European premiere of 21 Chump Street at the Courtyard Theatre, ‘Willie’ in the Soho Theatre premiere of The View Upstairs, the critically acclaimed concert staging of Martin Smith's musical King, portraying the legendary civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Cy Coleman's revue - Rhythm Of Life (St. James Theatre), and a turn as Sporting Life in Regent's Park Open Air Theatre's Olivier Nominated production of The Gershwins' Porgy And Bess. Broadway credits include the Tony Nominated After Midnight (Director/Choreographer- Warren Carlyle) and the 2012 Tony Winning revival of The Gershwins' Porgy And Bess (Director- Diane Paulus.). Mr. Neal was an original member of the Brierley Resident Acting Company at the Dallas Theater Center, where he starred in productions of The Who's Tommy (Tommy), A Midsummer Night's Dream (Puck), A Christmas Carol (Christmas Past), Death Of A Salesman (Happy Loman), and as Billy Lyons in the World Premiere of the musical Stagger Lee.
His American Regional Theatre credits include - Pollard Theatre (Oklahoma), Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Signature Theatre (Arlington, VA), Zach Theatre (Austin, TX), American Repertory Theatre (Cambridge, MA), Uptown Players, WaterTower Theatre, Theatre Three, Jubilee Theatre, Dallas Children's Theatre (Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas)
Television Credits: The Good Guys (Fox) and Seasons 4 & 5 of the Emmy Winning Drama Friday Night Lights (NBC-Universal). 2012 & 2014 Tony Awards Telecast. NBC Today Show, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and the 2015 Olivier Awards Telecast.
Film Credits: Lost In London (Written, Produced and Starring - Woody Harrelson)
Cedric studied Classical Vocal Performance at the prestigious Eastman School of Music (Rochester, NY.) His training also includes the Interlochen Arts Academy, and he's a proud graduate of Booker T. Washington HSPVA (Dallas, Texas.) Awards include - Helen Hayes Award (Outstanding Supporting Actor- Dreamgirls), Texas Legacy Of Success; Leon Rabin Award (Outstanding Supporting Actor - Tick, tick...BOOM) Cedric is featured on the Original Cast Recording of The Gershwins' Porgy And Bess as The Crabman.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
West End Return, 2025
Hermes [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
2023
NICELY-NICELY JOHNSON [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
2023
NICELY-NICELY JOHNSON [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
2022
Lola/Simon [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
West End Premiere, 2021
Goldie


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Hermes ()

[West End]
London Coliseum Revival Production, 2018
The Arbiter


[West End]
Original West End Production, 2016
Berry Gordy [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Performer


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012


Awards and Nominations


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Musical

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News


Interview: 'Just Keep Singing': Cedric Neal on PERSONALITY: THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL IN CONCERT
by Kat Mokrynski - Oct 15, 2025

Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical in Concert, starring Cedric Neal as Lloyd Price, arrives at the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall on 11 October. We had the chance to chat with Neal about what it is like to be taking on the role of the innovative artist, whose work was recorded by legends like Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin and Paul McCartney. We discussed how he “stumbled into” musical theatre, how concert productions of shows have evolved and even his personal connections to Lloyd Price and his music.
Photos: In Rehearsals for PERSONALITY: THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2025

Photos have been released from the rehearsal room of Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical. The new musical will be staged for two concert performances on Saturday 11 October.
Photos: Nicola Roberts and More in HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025

New production photos have been released of the West End production of  Hadestown, featuring BRIT Award-winning Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts as Persephone.
Black British Theatre Awards Reveals 2025 Nominees Shortlist
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025

The shortlist has been announced for the 2025 Black British Theatre Awards. The ceremony will take place next month at London's Piccadilly Theatre. Check out the full list here!
Zoe Birkett, Marcus Collins and Clive Rowe Will Join Cedric Neal in PERSONALITY: The Lloyd Price Musical
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2025

Further casting has been set  for Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical. The new musical will be staged for two concert performances at the Southbank Centre's Queen Elizabeth Hall.
Photos: Nicola Roberts in Rehearsal For HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

All new rehearsal photos have been released of Nicola Roberts from the BRIT Award-winning pop group Girls Aloud, as she rehearses for the West End production of the multi award-winning musical Hadestown. 
Nicola Roberts From Girls Aloud Will Join HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025

International music artist Nicola Roberts from the BRIT Award-winning group Girls Aloud, will join the West End production of multi award-winning Hadestown in the role of Persephone.
PERSONALITY: THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL Starring Cedric Neal Will Play Concert Performances
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2025

Personality: The Lloyd Price Musical in concert will be staged for two performances at the Southbank Centre's Queen Elizabeth Hall. Learn more about the show here!
STARS IN THE HOUSE West End Special to Include Jane Krakowski, Vanessa Williams and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025

Stars in the House, hosted by Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson, will spotlight the West End theatre scene in a special episode airing Thursday, June 5 at 8:00 PM ET on the Stars in the House YouTube channel.
Photos: HADESTOWN London New Cast in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

Brand new rehearsal photos have been released of the new cast of the critically acclaimed West End production of Hadestown, who will begin performances at the Lyric Theatre, London from 11 March 2025.
PIPPIN 50th ANNIVERSARY CONCERT To Begin Streaming On BroadwayHD This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025

BroadwayHD will exclusively broadcast the world premiere of the Pippin 50th Anniversary Concert beginning Thursday, March 13.
Desmonda Cathabel, Cedric Neal, and More Join HADESTOWN in London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 3, 2025

New casting has been announced for West End production of Hadestown for performances from 11 March 2025. Learn more about the upcoming cast the show here!
Video: Highlights from UK Premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 28, 2025

The UK premiere of Dave Malloy’s Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812 is now running at the Donmar Warehouse, marking new Artistic Director Tim Sheader’s directorial debut at the venue. Watch video highlights from the production here!
Set Pieces From The Bridge Theatre's GUYS & DOLLS Now Available on eBay
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

The neon signs from The Bridge Theatre's production of Guys and Dolls are now available for bidding on eBay! The production began performances on 3 March, 2023 and will play its final performance on 4 January 2025. 
Photos: NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Makes its UK Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2024

All new photos have been released for the UK premiere of Dave Malloy’s Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812 which marks new Artistic Director Tim Sheader’s directorial debut at the venue. Check out the photos here
Interview: 'People Are In For a Real Treat!': Actor Declan Bennett on NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
by Kat Mokrynski - Dec 3, 2024

Seven years after it closed on Broadway in 2017, Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 is finally arriving in London at the Donmar Warehouse in December. The show, written by Dave Malloy, takes a seventy-page segment of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace (Part Eight, to be specific) and transforms it into a sung-through musical. The titular characters of Natasha Rostova and Pierre Bezukhov are respectively played by Chumisa Dornford-May and Declan Bennett.
Video: London Cast of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Sing 'Prologue'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2024

An all new video has been released from rehearsal for the UK premiere of Dave Malloy’s Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812. The song ‘Prologue’ introduces the audience to the cast of characters in the show. Check out the video here!
Photos: NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 In Rehearsal At Donmar Warehouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2024

Go inside the rehearsal for the UK premiere of Dave Malloy’s Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812 which marks new Artistic Director Tim Sheader’s directorial debut at the Donmar House. See the photos.
Declan Bennett, Chumisa Dornford-May, Jamie Muscato, and More Will Lead UK Premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2024

The Donmar Warehouse has announced the full cast for the UK premiere of Dave Malloy's Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812 which marks new Artistic Director Tim Sheader's directorial debut at the venue.
PERSONALITY " THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL Will Have a UK Premiere Showcase in London This October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024

Following a critically acclaimed run at Studebaker Theatre in Chicago in 2023, producer B. Jeffrey Madoff will present a closed showcase of Personality – The Lloyd Price Musical this October in London.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Cedric Neal been in?

Cedric Neal has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Cedric Neal been in?

Cedric Neal has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.

What was Cedric Neal's first West End show?

Cedric Neal's first West End show was Motown the Musical which opened in 2016

What awards has Cedric Neal been nominated for?

and Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Dreamgirls.

What awards has Cedric Neal won?

Cedric Neal won the Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Musical award at the Helen Hayes Awards for his performance in Dreamgirls.

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