Broadway star Erika Henningsen (Mean Girls) joins The Art of Kindness podcast with Robert Peterpaul to discuss all kinds of kindness from her sparkly gold kindness to Jonathan Groff's blue.
Erika Henningsen
Erika Henningsen currently stars as 'Sandra Dee' in Just in Time on Broadway. She was recently seen in the Netflix comedy series THE FOUR SEASONS opposite Tiny Fey and Steve Carrell.
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BIO
Erika Henningsen currently stars as 'Sandra Dee' in Just in Time on Broadway. She was recently seen in the Netflix comedy series THE FOUR SEASONS opposite Tiny Fey and Steve Carrell. She originated the leading role of 'Cady Heron' in the Tony-nominated musical MEAN GIRLS on Broadway for which she received an Outer Critics' Circle Award nomination. She also starred as Fantine in the most recent revival of LES MISERABLES opposite Ramin Karimloo.
Her cabaret RAISE YOUR STANDARDS has played to sold out houses across the country, and she debuted her solo symphony show in 2024 with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra in Newport News, under the music director of JUST IN TIME's very own Andrew Resnick. Television credits include recurring roles in GIRLS5EVA for Peacock/Netflix, as well as Tracey Oliver's Amazon series HARLEM. Additional: CBS' BLUE BLOODS and FBI: INTERNATIONAL.
Erika can currently be heard as the leading role of Charlie Morningstar in the hugely popular Amazon animated musical comedy HAZBIN HOTEL. Additional animation credits include: HELLUVA BOSS, FRIGHT KREWE and CURSES! for DreamWorks Animation.
She will soon lead Manhattan Concert Productions' production of Jane Eyre, alongside Ramin Karimloo.
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Lilli Cooper, Blake Roman, Vivienne Medrano, Brandon Rogers, Jeremy Jordan, Jessica Vosk, Erika Henningsen, Christian Borle, Krystina Alabado, Amir Talai, Joel Perez, Kimiko Glenn, Andrew Underberg, Richard Horvitz, Sam Haft and Shoba Narayan
Date:
10/21/2025
From: Photos: Inside HAZBIN HOTEL: LIVE ON BROADWAY Concert at the Majestic Theater
Lilli Cooper, Blake Roman, Vivienne Medrano, Brandon Rogers, Jeremy Jordan, Jessica Vosk, Erika Henningsen, Christian Borle, Krystina Alabado, Amir Talai, Joel Perez, Kimiko Glenn, Andrew Underberg, Richard Horvitz, Sam Haft and Shoba Narayan
Date:
10/21/2025
From: Photos: Inside HAZBIN HOTEL: LIVE ON BROADWAY Concert at the Majestic Theater
Lilli Cooper, Blake Roman, Vivienne Medrano, Brandon Rogers, Jeremy Jordan, Jessica Vosk, Erika Henningsen, Christian Borle, Krystina Alabado, Amir Talai, Joel Perez, Kimiko Glenn, Andrew Underberg, Richard Horvitz, Sam Haft and Shoba Narayan
Date:
10/21/2025
From: Photos: Inside HAZBIN HOTEL: LIVE ON BROADWAY Concert at the Majestic Theater
STAGE CREDITS
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Lincoln Center Theatre's Original Broadway Production, 2021
Ann/Judith
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Erika Henningsen, Mean Girls
Videos
Video: Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, & More in THE FOUR SEASONS Season 2 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-04 11:35:37
Exclusive: Watch Erika Henningsen, Ramin Karimloo & More Rehearse for JANE EYRE
by Luka Vonier - 2026-02-13 12:07:26
Video: Jessica Vosk and Alex Brightman Perform 'Gravity' From HAZBIN HOTEL in New BTS Video
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-11 17:43:54
Video: Watch the HAZBIN HOTEL Season 2 Trailer Featuring New Musical Numbers
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-01 12:42:32
Video: Erika Henningsen & Jonathan Groff Sing 'Irresistible You' From JUST IN TIME
by Michael Major - 2025-08-26 15:00:20
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-18 15:39:31
Video: Tina Fey, Colman Domingo & More in THE FOUR SEASONS Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-15 11:18:12
Video: Jonathan Groff is Bringing His Passion Project to Broadway
by Joey Mervis - 2025-02-06 12:26:48
Photos & Video: MYSTIC PIZZA Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-02-04 17:16:36
Interview: Keith David and Blake Roman on Going From Stage to the HAZBIN HOTEL
by Michael Major - 2024-01-30 13:04:46
Interview: HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Discusses the Series' Broadway Cast
by Michael Major - 2024-01-23 14:37:42
Interview: Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn & Amir Talai on Their HAZBIN HOTEL Characters
by Michael Major - 2024-01-18 15:22:15
Interview: Watch Erika Henningsen & Stephanie Beatriz Talk HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series
by Michael Major - 2024-01-17 15:12:56
Video: Watch the Trailer for MOMENT TO MOMENT: THE MAKING OF THE VIOLET HOUR STUDIO CAST RECORDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-12-15 11:41:19
Video: Watch the HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series Trailer With Erika Henningsen, Alex Brightman & More
by Michael Major - 2023-12-13 11:29:34
Video: Watch Erika Henningsen Sing 'Tell That Girl' from EVER AFTER: THE MUSICAL
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-10-08 12:10:38
Video Exclusive: Solea Pfeiffer Sings 'The Truth Is' From THE VIOLET HOUR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-11-02 09:00:20
News
Joe Iconis, Lauren Marcus and More to Join Theatre Then & Now Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2026
The lineup of performers has been revealed for Theatre Now New York's Theatre Then & Now Gala at the Players NYC. Performers include Joe Iconis, Lauren Marcus and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2026
The lineup of performers has been revealed for Theatre Now New York's Theatre Then & Now Gala at the Players NYC. Performers include Joe Iconis, Lauren Marcus and more.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical Sets Chicago Premiere for 2027
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
The Princess Bride musical will premiere at Chicago's Nederlander Theatre in July 2027, with a Broadway transfer expected for the 2027-28 season.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026
The Princess Bride musical will premiere at Chicago's Nederlander Theatre in July 2027, with a Broadway transfer expected for the 2027-28 season.
Tony Award Winner Betty Buckley To Lead Three-Day Masterclass
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 13, 2026
Tony Award-winning actress and singer Betty Buckley, one of the American theatre's most celebrated performers, will lead an intimate three-day Song and Monologue Interpretation Workshop for actors in Los Angeles.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 13, 2026
Tony Award-winning actress and singer Betty Buckley, one of the American theatre's most celebrated performers, will lead an intimate three-day Song and Monologue Interpretation Workshop for actors in Los Angeles.
Listen: JUST IN TIME Releases Four New Songs Performed by Jeremy Jordan
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026
Atlantic Records has released four brand new singles from Just in Time on Broadway, featuring Jeremy Jordan. Learn more about the show and listen to the songs here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026
Atlantic Records has released four brand new singles from Just in Time on Broadway, featuring Jeremy Jordan. Learn more about the show and listen to the songs here!
Exclusive: Jeremy Jordan Sings 'This Could Be The Start of Something Big' on New JUST IN TIME EP
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 30, 2026
Atlantic Records will release four brand new singles from JUST IN TIME, Broadway’s sold-out smash hit musical. The songs feature two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan as Bobby Darin. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you and exclusive first listen of 'This Could Be The Start Of Something Big / Just In Time' right here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 30, 2026
Atlantic Records will release four brand new singles from JUST IN TIME, Broadway’s sold-out smash hit musical. The songs feature two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan as Bobby Darin. BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you and exclusive first listen of 'This Could Be The Start Of Something Big / Just In Time' right here!
Exclusive: HAZBIN HOTEL's Sam Haft Is Fulfilling Theater Dreams with New Murder Mystery Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2026
We caught up with songwriter Sam Haft, who shared insights into writing songs for the hit series Hazbin Hotel, discussed the challenges of staging musical numbers that were written for animation, and his unique new musical, The Con.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2026
We caught up with songwriter Sam Haft, who shared insights into writing songs for the hit series Hazbin Hotel, discussed the challenges of staging musical numbers that were written for animation, and his unique new musical, The Con.
CAROUSEL to Run at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2026
Rodgers & Hammerstein's CAROUSEL is running at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts in Warsaw, Indiana, in an intimate theater-in-the-round staging. Tickets start at $25.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 23, 2026
Rodgers & Hammerstein's CAROUSEL is running at Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts in Warsaw, Indiana, in an intimate theater-in-the-round staging. Tickets start at $25.
HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Vivienne Medrano Developing Animated Musical PREHISTORIA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026
Hazbin Hotel creator Vivienne Medrano is developing Prehistoria, a new animated movie musical with Warner Bros. Pictures Animation. Get the details!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026
Hazbin Hotel creator Vivienne Medrano is developing Prehistoria, a new animated movie musical with Warner Bros. Pictures Animation. Get the details!
THE FOUR SEASONS Renewed for Season 3 at Netflix
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Netflix is bringing back the popular comedy series The Four Seasons for an eight-episode third season. The series hails from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield and is based on the 1981 Alan Alda film.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Netflix is bringing back the popular comedy series The Four Seasons for an eight-episode third season. The series hails from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield and is based on the 1981 Alan Alda film.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical Moves Forward With New Development Work Session This Fall
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2026
The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride is continuing its development, with a new work session set for this fall as the creative team behind the project pushes ahead.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2026
The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride is continuing its development, with a new work session set for this fall as the creative team behind the project pushes ahead.
Tom Kitt, Jaime Lozano, Madeline Myers, Join Panel For 2026 Write Out Loud Contest
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Write Out Loud announced its panel of judges for the 2026 songwriting contest, including Tom Kitt, Jaime Lozano, Madeline Myers, and others with credits spanning HAMILTON, NEXT TO NORMAL, and SIX.
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Write Out Loud announced its panel of judges for the 2026 songwriting contest, including Tom Kitt, Jaime Lozano, Madeline Myers, and others with credits spanning HAMILTON, NEXT TO NORMAL, and SIX.
Photos: Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, & More at THE FOUR SEASONS Season 2 Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026
On Tuesday, May 19th, Netflix celebrated the premiere of The Four Seasons Season 2 with a red carpet event, featuring Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, Tina Fey, and more in attendance. Check out photos here.
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026
On Tuesday, May 19th, Netflix celebrated the premiere of The Four Seasons Season 2 with a red carpet event, featuring Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, Tina Fey, and more in attendance. Check out photos here.
Video: Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, & More in THE FOUR SEASONS Season 2 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - May 4, 2026
Netflix has dropped the official trailer for season two of The Four Seasons, which will return to the streamer on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Check it out now.
by Josh Sharpe - May 4, 2026
Netflix has dropped the official trailer for season two of The Four Seasons, which will return to the streamer on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Check it out now.
Listen: JUST IN TIME Releases Four Tracks Featuring Jeremy Jordan and Isa Briones
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026
Four songs have been released from Just In Time, featuring two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies) as Bobby Darin and Isa Briones (“The Pitt”) as Connie Francis.
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026
Four songs have been released from Just In Time, featuring two-time Tony Award nominee and Grammy Award nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies) as Bobby Darin and Isa Briones (“The Pitt”) as Connie Francis.
Broadway Watch Guide May 2026: SUFFS, AMADEUS, & More Theater Titles
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026
This May, there are plenty of new titles for Broadway fans to watch, including the film recording of Suffs, the series adaptation of Amadeus, Aleshea Harris's Is God Is film, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2026
This May, there are plenty of new titles for Broadway fans to watch, including the film recording of Suffs, the series adaptation of Amadeus, Aleshea Harris's Is God Is film, and more.
Dylan Mulvaney Addresses ‘Unkind’ Critiques in Candid Video Discussing Trans Representation on Broadway
by Michael Gioia - Apr 27, 2026
Dylan Mulvaney, who stars as Anne Boleyn in the Broadway musical Six through May 31, is addressing her critics. In a candid “Get Ready With Me” video shared to her social media platforms late last week, Mulvaney — who made her Broadway debut with the production in February — explained what it is like to replace an actor in a long-running musical as a trans person.
by Michael Gioia - Apr 27, 2026
Dylan Mulvaney, who stars as Anne Boleyn in the Broadway musical Six through May 31, is addressing her critics. In a candid “Get Ready With Me” video shared to her social media platforms late last week, Mulvaney — who made her Broadway debut with the production in February — explained what it is like to replace an actor in a long-running musical as a trans person.
HAZBIN HOTEL Renewed for a Fifth and Final Season at Prime Video
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 27, 2026
Hazbin Hotel is back for a fifth outing of more hellish, musical adventures. The animated musical comedy series, Hazbin Hotel, has been renewed for a fifth and final season at Prime Video.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 27, 2026
Hazbin Hotel is back for a fifth outing of more hellish, musical adventures. The animated musical comedy series, Hazbin Hotel, has been renewed for a fifth and final season at Prime Video.
Photos: First Look at Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, & More in Netflix's THE FOUR SEASONS Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 4, 2026
Netflix has shared first-look photos for season two of The Four Seasons, which will return to the streamer on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Take a look at the newly released photos now, featuring Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 4, 2026
Netflix has shared first-look photos for season two of The Four Seasons, which will return to the streamer on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Take a look at the newly released photos now, featuring Erika Henningsen, Colman Domingo, and more.
Photos: Inside the New York Theatre Workshop 2026 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 3, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop's 2026 Gala was held on Monday March 2 at 6PM at Gotham Hall, honoring Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo, Tony Award-winning producer Mara Isaacs, and NAACP Image Award nominee Nicole Ari Parker. Check out photos here!
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 3, 2026
New York Theatre Workshop's 2026 Gala was held on Monday March 2 at 6PM at Gotham Hall, honoring Academy Award nominee Colman Domingo, Tony Award-winning producer Mara Isaacs, and NAACP Image Award nominee Nicole Ari Parker. Check out photos here!
Tony-Winner Ben Platt to Join THEATER ADULT With Gianmarco Soresi At Joe’s Pub
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026
Ben Platt will appear as a special guest at Theater Adult with Gianmarco Soresi at Joe’s Pub in New York City. The sold-out March 3 performance continues the recurring live comedy series celebrating theater culture.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026
Ben Platt will appear as a special guest at Theater Adult with Gianmarco Soresi at Joe’s Pub in New York City. The sold-out March 3 performance continues the recurring live comedy series celebrating theater culture.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Erika Henningsen been in?
Erika Henningsen has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Erika Henningsen been in?
Erika Henningsen has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Erika Henningsen been nominated for?
and Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mean Girls.
Podcasts
Episode 126 | Live from "JUST IN TIME" Opening Night!
Survival Jobs Co-Host Samantha Tuozzolo is live from the iconic opening night carpet of Just In Time on Broadway which took place on April 23,2025. Featuring interviews with VIP arrivals, creatives and cast of the show including 2025 Tony Award nominee's Jonathan Groff and Gracie Lawrence.
Ep391 - Erika Henningsen: From Mean Girl to Sandra Dee and Everything Between
Erika Henningsen opens up about the real ups and downs of a life in the spotlight, from early rejection to career-defining roles.
EP47 - Erika Henningsen - Shot Out of the Oven
Broadway's Erika Henningsen breaks down her career creating the iconic role of "Cady Heron" in Mean Girls the Musical and making her Broadway debut as :Fantine" in Les Misérables in this week's episode of LITTLE ME!
Erika Henningsen (Broadway’s Mean Girls) on being a Scholastic Sponge
In this Artist Exploration, Erika and Charlie discuss strategizing your college audition, interacting with non-theater majors at school, being a sponge & being squeezed, the transition to NYC and pulling inspiration from idols.
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