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Cedric Neal

Birth Place: Dallas, Texas

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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]
2023
NICELY-NICELY JOHNSON [Replacement]

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

[West End]
2022
Lola/Simon [Replacement]

[West End]
West End Premiere, 2021
Goldie

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

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

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Performer


Awards and Nominations


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

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Video: London Cast of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 Sing 'Prologue'

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

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.
Interview: 'People Are In For a Real Treat!': Actor Declan Bennett on NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812

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.
Declan Bennett, Chumisa Dornford-May, Jamie Muscato, and More Will Lead UK Premiere of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812

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 â€" THE LLOYD PRICE MUSICAL Will Have a UK Premiere Showcase in London This October

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.
Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 2, EVERYBODY DANCE! THE SOUNDS OF DISCO, Royal Albert Hall

Never to shy away from embracing new genres, BBC Proms introduced its first ever Disco Prom at a glitter ball-bedecked Royal Albert Hall. Everybody Dance! The Sound of Disco was a heady mix of infectious grooves, slick vocals and dynamic floor-fillers that shook the venue to its very foundations.
Photos: Marsisha Wallace Returns to GUYS AND DOLLS for Special Performance

Check out photos of @marishawallace back on stage as Adelaide in the West End production of Guys and Dolls for one-night only on June 3.
Photos: Go Inside the PIPPIN 50th Anniversary Concert with Alex Newell and More

Just yesterday, Tony Award-winning Broadway star of Shucked, Grammy nominated Alex Newell, led the 50th anniversary concert production of PIPPIN. Check out photos from the special night!
Review: PIPPIN - 50TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT, Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Stephen Schwartz's 70s musical Pippin makes a triumphant return with a note perfect casting at Drury Lane's concert version, with Fosse-inspired choreography and costumes given a disco pride vibe. Alex Newell's vocals do not disappoint, Jac Yarrow is a fine lead, while Patricia Hodge is a poignant Berthe.
Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners

The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!
BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions

The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.
Patricia Hodge, Lucie Jones, Cedric Neal, Zizi Strallen, and Jac Yarrow Will Lead 50th Anniversary Concert of PIPPIN

The latest stars have been announced to join Tony Award-winning Broadway star of Shucked, Grammy nominated Alex Newell, in the upcoming 50th anniversary concert production of PIPPIN, with the score performed by the London Musical Theatre Orchestra.
SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!

The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!
Review: GUYS & DOLLS, Bridge Theatre

The challenge of updating theatrical classics has led to some truly stunning theatre, such as the sell-out Cabaret and last year’s darkly stark OKLAHOMA! Frank Loesser’s 1950 musical comedy about sin and romantic salvation during the height of Prohibition was ripe for an update and Nicholas Hytner’s immersive production of Guys & Dolls has been thrilling critics and audiences alike since it opened last year.
London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35

London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35
Show of the Week: Save Up to 52% on GUYS & DOLLS

Show of the Week: Save Up to 52% on Guys & Dolls- The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time. Be transported to the streets of Manhattan in Guys & Dolls directed by Nicholas Hytner. 
Black Friday Deals: Save up to 66% on GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre

The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time. Be transported to the streets of Manhattan in Guys and Dolls directed by Nicholas Hytner. 
GUYS & DOLLS Extends Booking at the Bridge Theatre Until August 2024

Nicholas Hytner’s critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls is extending booking until 31 August 2024 at The Bridge Theatre. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!
GUYS & DOLLS 2023 London Cast Recording to be Released This Month

Broadway Records will release London’s Bridge Theatre cast recording of Guys & Dolls, available digitally on September 29, 2023.
Swing Callum Bell Saves Performance of GUYS & DOLLS by Stepping Into Lead Role

Swing actor Callum Bell stepped into the lead role of Nicely Nicely Johnson in GUYS & DOLLS at The Bridge Theatre without any rehearsal. Read about how Bell's last-minute performance saved the show and delighted the audience.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Cedric Neal been in?

Cedric Neal has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Cedric Neal been in?

Cedric Neal has appeared on London's West End in 6 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 has won the Outstanding Supporting Actor award in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for his performance in Dreamgirls.

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