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Cynthia Erivo

Date of Birth: January 08, 1987 (36)

Birth Place: Stockwell, South London

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Erivo is an English actress, singer, and songwriter. She is the recipient of several accolades, including a Grammy Award and a Tony Award, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award.

Erivo began acting in a 2011 stage production of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg. She gained recognition for starring in the Broadway revival of The Color Purple from 2015 to 2017, for which she won the 2016 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album. Erivo ventured into films in 2018, playing roles in the heist film Widows and the thriller Bad Times at the El Royale. For her portrayal of American abolitionist Harriet Tubman in the biopic Harriet (2019), Erivo received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress; she also wrote and performed the song "Stand Up" on its soundtrack, which garnered her a nomination in the Best Original Song category.

On television, Erivo had her first role in the British series Chewing Gum (2015). She went on to star in the crime drama miniseries The Outsider (2020), and received a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress for her portrayal of American singer Aretha Franklin in National Geographic's anthology series Genius: Aretha (2021).

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Cynthia Erivo STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2015
Celie

[Off-Broadway]
St. Ann's Warehouse and Donmar Warehouse Off-Broadway Revival, 2015
Poins/The Earl of Douglas

[West End]
West End Original Production, 2014
Chenice


Cynthia Erivo Movies

[2018]Widows Belle

[2018]Bad Times at the El Royale Darlene Sweet

[2019]Harriet Harriet, Minty

[2021]Chaos Walking Hildy

[2021]Needle in a Timestack Janine Mikkelsen

[2022]Pinocchio Blue Fairy

[2024]Wicked Elphaba

[2025]Wicked: Part Two Elphaba


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A CHRISTMAS GAIETY Returns to the Royal Albert Hall in December

Following the runaway success of the debut A Christmas Gaiety performance last year, drag sensation Peaches Christ and conductor / producer Edwin Outwater will return to the Royal Albert Hall to host this year’s biggest camp Christmas party as part of the Hall’s festive celebrations for 2023 in association with Clapham Grand.

FAT HAM Extends Run on Broadway

The critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award nominated, Pulitzer Prize- winning FAT HAM by Tony nominee James Ijames will add one week of performances on Broadway.

Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of HOUSEBROKEN on FOX - Sunday, June 4, 2023

Get all the scoop on HOUSEBROKEN, airing on FOX on Sunday, June 4, 2023! Guest-Starring Cynthia Erivo. After Honey loses a clutch of baby possums she was supposed to be caring for, she and The Gray One set out on a nocturnal adventure to find them. Watch a video clip now!

Robbie Rozelle, Marquis Hitchcock & John Michael Dias to Join Robert Bannon at 54 Below

Robert Bannon will be joined on stage by Robbie Rozelle, Marquis Hitchcock and John Michael Dias ('Miss Evita Loca') at 54 BELOW on June 2nd, 2023 at 9:30pm.

Finalists Revealed for the 15th Annual STEPHEN SONDHEIM SOCIETY Student Performer of the Year 2023 Competition

The Stephen Sondheim Society Student Performer of the Year competition – affectionately known as SSSSPOTY – was inaugurated in 2007, and in 2023 returns for its 15th year. The gala final will be held, fittingly, in the Sondheim Theatre, on the afternoon of 11 June 2023.

Nick Jonas & Joe Jonas Both Auditioned For the WICKED Movie

Nick Jonas and Joe Jonas have both revealed that they both auditioned for the same role in the Wicked movie. The two Jonas Brothers stated that they unsuccessfully went up against each other for an unspecified part.

Listen: Billy Porter Releases Releases Uplifting New Single 'Fashion'

Canvasing the nation, Billy is currently bringing passion and joy to cities across the country with his first-ever career-spanning pop music concert tour: THE BLACK MONA LISA TOUR: VOLUME 1. The tour features Broadway songs, a nod to Pose, and stunning performances of future pop classics from his forthcoming new album, Black Mona Lisa.

Wake Up With BWW 5/16: TONY AWARDS Broadcast Will Go on June 11, and More!

Top stories: The Tony Awards will air on June 11th as planned, plus watch an exclusive video message from Sebastian Arcelus, in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

Cynthia Erivo to Star in PRIMA FACIE Movie Adaptation

Cynthia Erivo will star in a film adaptation of Prima Facie. Prima Facie is currently playing on Broadway starring Jodie Comer.

Big Chief Donald Harrison Quartet, Jared Schonig Big Band, and More to Play Birdland This Month

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced jazz programming running May 15 through May 28.

Carl Man Will Join Laura Pick in the UK and Ireland Tour of WICKED

WICKED will fly to cities in England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland from December 2023 and producers today confirmed that the previously announced Laura Pick (Elphaba) will be joined by Carl Man as 'Fiyero', reuniting these two former Wicked West End cast members. Further casting to be announced.

Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Receive the John Willis Award For Lifetime Achievement In The Theatre At 2023 Theatre World Awards

The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors announced that Tony Award-winner Brian Stokes Mitchell is the recipient of the 10th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, which will be presented to him at this year's Theatre World Award ceremony.

Gil Evans Project, Big Chief Donald Harrison Quartet, and More to Play Birdland This Month

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced jazz programming running May 8 through May 21.

2023 Tony Awards Nominations- Live Reactions

Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!

Julie Benko, Jodie Comer & More Will Receive 2023 Theatre World Awards

The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced the 2023 Honorees for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. See the full list!

Wake Up With BWW 4/28: Drama Desk Nominations, Plus a Message From Oscar Isaac!

Top stories: Find out who's nominated for Drama Desk Awards, plus watch a video message from Oscar Isaac in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

WICKED Movie Footage Shown at CinemaCon With First Looks at 'Defying Gravity' & 'Popular'

The first footage of the Wicked movie was shown at CinemaCon in Las Vegas last night. Audio of 'Defying Gravity' and 'Popular' were played, giving attendees a first listen to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo singing Stephen Schwartz's iconic music. New shots of Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible and Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard were also revealed.

INTO THE WOODS, SWEENEY TODD, A DOLL'S HOUSE & More Lead in Nominations for 2023 Drama League Awards

The Drama League has announced the 2023 Drama League Awards Nominees. See the full list!

Boston Conservatory At Berklee To Honor Cynthia Erivo And Awadagin Pratt At Commencement Ceremony

Boston Conservatory at Berklee Interim Executive Director Lucinda Carver will present an honorary doctorate in person to acclaimed concert pianist Awadagin Pratt and virtually to Emmy-, Grammy-, and Tony-winning actress, singer, author, and producer Cynthia Erivo at the Conservatory's commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 13.

Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reveals Ariana Grande Calls Her With WICKED Movie Updates on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW

Kristin Chenoweth sat down on The Kelly Clarkson Show this morning, discussing the advice that she gave to Ariana Grande before she films the upcoming Wicked film adaptation. The original Glinda also discussed the phone calls she receives from Grande, from the moment she first got the role to updates during filming. Watch the video now!

Cynthia Erivo FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Cynthia Erivo has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

Cynthia Erivo has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

Cynthia Erivo's first West End show was I Can't Sing: The X Factor Musical which opened in 2014

Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Color Purple , Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Color Purple , Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Color Purple Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple and Best Musical Performance (Evening Standard Awards) for The color Purple .

Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Color Purple Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Color Purpleand Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Color Purple.

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