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BIO

Celisse has been making strides for over a decade, but recently she has taken the music world by storm. If you ask her where she is from, you'll get a few different answers. Born in Oakland, she spent a meaningful portion of her life in New York City on Broadway and television, which helped shape her artistic vision.



In the past few years Celisse’s momentum has carried her into numerous ventures. She has collaborated with Alicia Keys contributing guitar and additional production to her track “Billions (Unlocked).” Her touring in 2022 included support spots for Lucius and Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews Band at The Gorge, and as part of Joni Mitchell’s historic “Joni Jams” performance at Newport Folk Festival, among various festival appearances. Her soulful voice and captivating stage presence led to her inclusion on NIVA’s Live List as a favorite up-and-coming touring artist in 2023, with festivals this year including Boston Calling, Bonnaroo, and more.

In addition to the fireworks of her live performance, audiences may have caught Celisse on television appearing alongside Lucius on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert or the season premiere of Austin City Limits Live with Brandi Carlile. Most recently, Joni Mitchell once again invited Celisse to collaborate, this time in celebration of Joni's Gershwin Prize Honor, where the two played a stirring performance of "Summertime."

With her debut album forthcoming, Celisse is preparing to give full exposure of herself. The thesis has been written... now we get to the good stuff.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Primary Stages Production, 2010
Alto

Regina

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival [Cancelled], 2008
Performer

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

Madame Morrible (Understudy) [Replacement]


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Trey Anastasio to Release 'Beacon Jams' Album This Friday

Co-produced by Anastasio and Vance Powell and remixed by Powell, the 18-track, 145-minute new anthology collects varied acoustic and electric highlights from the event, spanning solo material, Trey Anastasio Band favorites, and unique versions of classic songs from the Phish catalog. A video of 'What's The Use' is streaming now on YouTube.
Interview: Megan Hilty Is Bringing Broadway to Atlanta

Following the sold-out success of its inaugural presentation of Broadway in the Woods with Jeremy Jordan, Art Farm at Serenbe will soon present Megan Hilty in an intimate cabaret setting accompanied by her musical director Matt Cusson.
Kenneth L. Roberson and Joseph Joubert Join the Creative Team of SHOUT SISTER SHOUT!

SHOUT SISTER SHOUT! Has announced its creative team. Playwright Cheryl L. West (FANNIE: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer; Jar the Floor), will be joined by Kenneth L. Roberson (Avenue Q; All Shook Up), who will direct & Joseph Joubert (Respect; The Color Purple) as arranger & orchestrator for the musical about the Godmother of Rock ’n’ Roll.
Virtual Theatre Today: Wednesday, March 24- with Micah Stock, Danny Burstein, and More!

Today (March 24) in live streaming: The Chaos Twins celebrate Black Lady Magic, a Fiddler party on Stars in the House, Micah Stock visits Backstage Live, and more!
Lisa St Lou Releases 'I've Seen The Light'

Singer/songwriter Lisa St. Lou releases “I've Seen The Light” today, a powerful anthem steeped in New Orleans soul and Lisa's own gospel roots.
Theater Stories: The OKLAHOMA! Revival, FUN HOME, AMERICAN BUFFALO & More About the Circle in the Square Theatre

This week's Theater Stories features The Circle in the Square Theatre! Learn about the Circle in the Square Theatre School, the 2019 Tony-winning revival of Oklahoma!, the show that was most recently set to be performed in the theatre, American Buffalo, and much more!
Crystal Monee Hall Releases 'A Beautiful Noise' Cover

Monday December 28th, just ahead of the Georgia Run-Off elections, singer-songwriter Crystal Monee Hall releases a poignant video of her gospel inspired, activating arrangement of “A Beautiful Noise” originally written by multi-Grammy winning Alicia Keys and Brandi Carlile.
Virtual Theatre This Weekend: December 26-27- with Kerry Butler, Mandy Patinkin and More!

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, December 26-27, 2020.
Virtual Theatre This Weekend: November 21-22- with Adam Pascal, Mary Testa and More!

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, November 21-22, 2020.
VIDEO: On This Day, November 7- GODSPELL Returns to Broadway!

Today we celebrate the first Broadway revival of Stephen Schwartz's Godspell, which opened on this day in 2011.
Virtual Theatre This Weekend: October 24-25- with LaChanze, Broadway Sings for Biden, and More!

Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, October 24-25, 2020.
CAP UCLA Presents THE PEOPLE SPEAK, November 1

a??a??a??a??a??a??a??UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) presents The People Speak  on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at 7 p.m. online. Prerecorded live from Los Angeles and New York for CAP UCLA, the performance will be free to enjoy with an RSVP. For more information on engaging with this season's digital stage, visit https://cap.ucla.edu/landing/capconnect.
Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, August 27- with Jane Krakowski, Shoshana Bean, and More!

Today (August 27) in live streaming: The New Group presents The Jacksonian, Billy Stritch performs for Radio Free Birdland, and so much more!
Joe's Pub Features Michael Mwenso Live From Home and More This Week

 Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.
Joe's Pub Features Priya Darshini Live From Home, and The Jewbadours and Mrs. Smith From the Archives This Week

Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.
JOE'S PUB LIVE! FROM THE ARCHIVES Features Natalie Weiss, First Ladies of Disco and Aretha Franklin Tribute This Week

Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.
Roxane Gay, Toshi Reagon & Celisse Henderson Headline Performance On Songwriter Podcast

Three powerful cultural voices - author Roxane Gay (Ayiti, Not that Bad, The Best American Short Stories), singer/songwriter, Toshi Reagon, and singer/songwriter, Celisse Henderson - come together for a special evening dedicated to the exploration of inspiration, presented by SongWriter and Harlem School of the Arts, live on Zoom, Saturday, July 11 at 8:00 pm.
JOE'S PUB LIVE! Brings Back Live Streams and Celebrates Winter Holidays in July With Natalie Weiss, Kathryn Allison & More

Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.
JOE'S PUB LIVE! Celebrates Pride Week with Max Vernon, Isaac Oliver and More

 Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.
Joe's Pub Celebrates Juneteenth With Nnenna Ogwo and Continues Pride Celebrations with Lea DeLaria & More

 Joe's Pub, a program of The Public Theater, continues JOE'S PUB LIVE!, its free series of live-streamed and archived performances from their iconic stage in New York City. Designed to facilitate social connection during this time of physical distancing, Joe's Pub will share multiple events with audiences worldwide each week.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Celisse Henderson been in?

Celisse Henderson has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Celisse Henderson been in?

Celisse Henderson has not appeared in the West End.

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