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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Cedric Neal STAGE CREDITS

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

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

[West End]
2022
Lola/Simon [Replacement]

[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
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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 at The Bridge Theatre 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.

Owain Arthur Joins GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre

Owain Arthur will play the role of Nathan Detroit in Nicholas Hytner’s critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls. Arthur will have his first performance on 17 July 2023 replacing Daniel Mays, who will return to the role on 16 October.

Summer Theatre Sale: Save up to 53% 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 & Dolls directed by Nicholas Hytner. 

Best of the Best: Exclusive Prices from £30 for GUYS & DOLLS

Best of the Best: Exclusive Prices from £30 for Guys & Dolls. Be transported to the streets of Manhattan in Guys & Dolls, an immersive revival directed by Nicholas Hytner.

GUYS & DOLLS Extends Booking at The Bridge Theatre to 24 February 2024

​​​​​​​Nicholas Hytner's critically acclaimed immersive production of Guys & Dolls is extending booking to 24 February 2024 at the Bridge Theatre. Priority Member booking opens today (19 April), with tickets going on general sale on 21 April.

Video: Get a First Look at Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre

Get a first look at footage of the immersive production of Guys and Dolls, now playing at the Bridge Theatre! 

Louise Dearman, Rob Houchen & More to Star in AT LAST, IT'S SUMMER Concert at the London Palladium

The full company for the star-studded company has been confirmed for the West End Gala charity concert new musical AT LAST, IT’S SUMMER. See performance dates, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Review: GUYS & DOLLS, Bridge Theatre

As perfectly realised a revival as one could ever hope to see, full honour paid to both the incomparable source material and the times in which we live now

Review Roundup: Nicholas Hytner's Immersive GUYS & DOLLS, Opens at the Bridge Theatre

Guys and Dolls is now playing at the Bridge Theatre! The production runs from 3 March 2023 with opening night on 14 March 2023. Tickets are initially on sale through to 2 September 2023. Read reviews for the production!

Photos: First Look at Nicholas Hytner's Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS, Now Playing at the Bridge Theatre

Guys and Dolls is now playing at the Bridge Theatre! The production runs from 3 March 2023 with opening night on 14 March 2023. Tickets are initially on sale through to 2 September 2023. Check out all new photos here!

GUYS & DOLLS Leads our Top Ten London Shows for March

Spring is finally here and March is filled to bursting with some incredible shows.

London Theatre Week: Tickets from £25 for GUYS AND DOLLS

London Theatre Week: Tickets from £25 for Guys and Dolls. The Bridge transforms for one of the greatest musicals of all time.

KINKY BOOTS And 42ND STREET To Have Encore Screenings At Bay Street Theater

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced the encore screenings of two dazzling and award-winning musicals, Kinky Boots, and 42nd Street, filmed live from London's Theatre Royal, presented by BYExperience. Kinky Boots, with a joyous score by Cyndi Lauper and a hilarious, uplifting book by Harvey Fierstein, screens Saturday, April 1, at 8 p.m. 42nd Street, one of Broadway's most classic and beloved tales, screens Saturday, April 8, at 8 p.m.

TREASON THE MUSICAL Will Release a Concert Album Ahead of Global Premiere in October

Treason the Musical will ignite this year with an album, recorded from last year's Theatre Royal Drury Lane concert, and finish with a 'bang' in October with the global premiere of the fully staged production of Treason.

Photos: Inside Rehearsal For Immersive GUYS AND DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre

All new rehearsal photos have been released for the upcoming immersive production of Guys and Dolls at the Bridge Theatre. This production will run from 3 March 2023 with opening night on 14 March 2023. Tickets are initially on sale through to 2 September 2023.

Album Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE Is A Blast From The Past As A Musical Of A Movie With A Broadway Future & Current Cast Album

This album did what it was supposed to do - make us want to go and see the show when it lands on The Broadway

Daniel Mays, Celinde Schoenmaker, Marisha Wallace, and More Will Lead GUYS & DOLLS at the Bridge Theatre; Full Cast Announced!

Casting has been announced for Guys & Dolls, coming to the Bridge Theatre in March 2023.

Cedric Neal FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Cedric Neal has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

Cedric Neal has appeared on London's West End in 6 shows.

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

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

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

Cedric Neal's next show will be Guys & Dolls - Standing & Stage Area which opens on 3/14/2023 on West End.

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