Claire Leyden
Latest News on Claire Leyden:
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (May 25, 2026)
Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week (May 8, 2026)
Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse (Apr 9, 2026)
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (May 25, 2026)
Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week (May 8, 2026)
Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse (Apr 9, 2026)
BIO
Commended for her “magnetic stage presence” and “crystalline soprano,” Claire Leyden is a singer and actress with an extensive background in musical theater, concert, and operatic repertoire. “Shapeshifting and likable” (NYTimes), Claire feels equally at home in everything from Shakespeare to contemporary opera, and the diversity of her recent performances speaks to her love of, and versatility in, the “crossover” repertoire.
(Leyden is pronounced “LIE-den”, like “Biden” or “Haydn” or “Poseidon”!)
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STAGE CREDITS
Additional Credits
RECENTLY: Strictly Gershwin (Tulsa Ballet), A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder (The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey), Ragtime (Signature Theatre), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (National Tour), The Pirates of Penzance (New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players), Madeleine (Victor Herbert Renaissance Project Live), and The Extinctionist (Heartbeat Opera)
Videos
Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' as the Courier in 1776 at Paper Mill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-04-09 17:28:17
Photos & Video: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-04-03 15:48:53
Exclusive: Watch Teal Wicks Sing 'Back to Before' in RAGTIME at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-11-28 10:00:20
News
REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026
The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget.
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026
The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget.
Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
Next Week, 54 Below will some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz, Ari Axelrod and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
Next Week, 54 Below will some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Stephanie Pope, Jonathan Poretz, Ari Axelrod and more.
Video: Praise Oranika Sings 'Momma Look Sharp' in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical 1776 is now playing at Paper Mill Playhouse in a run continuing through early May. Watch as Praise Oranika sings 'Momma Look Sharp' as the Courier here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026
The Tony Award-winning musical 1776 is now playing at Paper Mill Playhouse in a run continuing through early May. Watch as Praise Oranika sings 'Momma Look Sharp' as the Courier here!
Review: 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse Excellently Depicts History in the Making
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2026
The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
by Marina Kennedy - Apr 8, 2026
The extraordinary musical, 1776 is now being performed at Paper Mill Playhouse through Saturday, May 2.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
You can now see photos from the opening night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse, directed by Paper Mill Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee. See photos of Will Blu, John Treacy Egan, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026
You can now see photos from the opening night of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse, directed by Paper Mill Producing Artistic Director Mark S. Hoebee. See photos of Will Blu, John Treacy Egan, and more.
Photos & Video: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos and a first-look clip of “Sit Down, John” ahead of 1776’s opening night this weekend at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production runs through early May.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos and a first-look clip of “Sit Down, John” ahead of 1776’s opening night this weekend at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production runs through early May.
Photo: Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026
You can now get a first look at the cast of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production stars Will Blum as John Adams, John Treacy Egan as Benjamin Franklin, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026
You can now get a first look at the cast of 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse. The production stars Will Blum as John Adams, John Treacy Egan as Benjamin Franklin, and more.
Photos: 1776 in Rehearsal at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Rehearsals are underway for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2025-2026 season. Learn more and check out the photos below!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2026
Rehearsals are underway for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2025-2026 season. Learn more and check out the photos below!
MASQUERADE Extends Off-Broadway Through Summer 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Due to popular demand, the immersive hit Masquerade will extend for a fifth time through Summer 2026. Masquerade will now play an additional 9 weeks through Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 218 West 57th Street.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Due to popular demand, the immersive hit Masquerade will extend for a fifth time through Summer 2026. Masquerade will now play an additional 9 weeks through Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 218 West 57th Street.
Will Blum, John Treacy Egan and More to Star in 1776 at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2026
Paper Mill Playhouse has revealed the complete cast and the creative team for 1776, the Tony Award-winning musical next up in Paper Mill’s 2025-2026 season.
Video: MASQUERADE Star Telly Leung Sings 'Music of the Night' From PHANTOM
by Michael Major - Jan 7, 2026
Telly Leung has shared an acoustic video of 'Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera. The Broadway favorite is currently starring in Masquerade as Erik, the Phantom, in the new immersive staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic.
by Michael Major - Jan 7, 2026
Telly Leung has shared an acoustic video of 'Music of the Night' from The Phantom of the Opera. The Broadway favorite is currently starring in Masquerade as Erik, the Phantom, in the new immersive staging of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic.
Photos: MASQUERADE Celebrates New Years With Bal Lumiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2026
Masquerade hosted Bal Lumière, a post-performance New Year’s Eve soirée that opened the show’s Paris Opera House environment to attendees for a late-night masked gathering. See photos from the event here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2026
Masquerade hosted Bal Lumière, a post-performance New Year’s Eve soirée that opened the show’s Paris Opera House environment to attendees for a late-night masked gathering. See photos from the event here!
Video: MASQUERADE Cast Hits High Notes at Broadway Sessions
by Ben Cameron - Dec 20, 2025
Performers included: Francesca Mehrotra ('Grateful'), Nkrumah Gatling ('Elijah Rock'), Tia Karaplis ('Meet Me on the Moon'), Claire Leyden ('The Flag Song'), Charles Osborne ('Some Enchanted Evening') Georgia Mendes, Francisco Javier Gonzalez ('It All Fades Away'), Haile Ferrier ('I Dreamed a Dream'), Raymond J Lee ('She Used to Be Mine'), Lee H Alexander ('Younger Than Springtime') and more. Watch in this video!
by Ben Cameron - Dec 20, 2025
Performers included: Francesca Mehrotra ('Grateful'), Nkrumah Gatling ('Elijah Rock'), Tia Karaplis ('Meet Me on the Moon'), Claire Leyden ('The Flag Song'), Charles Osborne ('Some Enchanted Evening') Georgia Mendes, Francisco Javier Gonzalez ('It All Fades Away'), Haile Ferrier ('I Dreamed a Dream'), Raymond J Lee ('She Used to Be Mine'), Lee H Alexander ('Younger Than Springtime') and more. Watch in this video!
MASQUERADE To Host Bal Lumière New Year’s Eve Soirée
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Masquerade will present Bal Lumière, a late-night masked soirée following the December 31 performance, offering audiences extended access to its Paris Opera House world.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Masquerade will present Bal Lumière, a late-night masked soirée following the December 31 performance, offering audiences extended access to its Paris Opera House world.
MASQUERADE Launches Digital Cancellation Line; Extends Through March 2026
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2025
Masquerade will now play an additional 8 weeks through March 2026. Masquerade also announced it has partnered with TodayTix to offer $178 Digital Cancellation Line tickets exclusively on the TodayTix app.
by Michael Major - Dec 9, 2025
Masquerade will now play an additional 8 weeks through March 2026. Masquerade also announced it has partnered with TodayTix to offer $178 Digital Cancellation Line tickets exclusively on the TodayTix app.
Photos: More From Inside MASQUERADE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Masquerade has released new production photos, giving an intimate look inside the show! Masquerade invites you to experience the iconic story and score, even stranger than you’ve dreamt it.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Masquerade has released new production photos, giving an intimate look inside the show! Masquerade invites you to experience the iconic story and score, even stranger than you’ve dreamt it.
MASQUERADE to Launch Another Lotto 666 in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
More than 400 people braved the odds at Masquerade’s Lotto 666! Masquerade cast member Charles Osborne hosted the live in-person lottery. Lotto 666 will return, bigger and better in November.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025
More than 400 people braved the odds at Masquerade’s Lotto 666! Masquerade cast member Charles Osborne hosted the live in-person lottery. Lotto 666 will return, bigger and better in November.
Photos: Marina Abramović Hosts Conversation at MASQUERADE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025
Noted conceptual artist and visionary Marina Abramović hosted an intimate conversation at Masquerade following an evening performance. See photos here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025
Noted conceptual artist and visionary Marina Abramović hosted an intimate conversation at Masquerade following an evening performance. See photos here.
MASQUERADE to Launch Lotto 666, Pre-Show In-Person Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025
For a limited time, Masquerade is launching Lotto 666, a pre-show in-person lottery featuring special guests from the Phantom of the Opera universe, offering Phans the chance to win $66.60 tickets to the show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2025
For a limited time, Masquerade is launching Lotto 666, a pre-show in-person lottery featuring special guests from the Phantom of the Opera universe, offering Phans the chance to win $66.60 tickets to the show.
Broadway Sessions to Welcome Company Of MASQUERADE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Ben Cameron's long-running and award-winning Broadway Sessions will return to The Green Room 42 for a late-night celebration of all things Broadway with the company of Masquerade. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025
Ben Cameron's long-running and award-winning Broadway Sessions will return to The Green Room 42 for a late-night celebration of all things Broadway with the company of Masquerade. Learn more!
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