Gayle Samuels
Latest News on Gayle Samuels:
Cast Set for MY LORD, WHAT A NIGHT at George Street Playhouse (Apr 1, 2026)
National Black Theatre & The Flea Theater Collab On The World Premiere of CHIAROSCURO (Apr 18, 2025)
National Black Theatre To Present New York City Premiere of CHIAROSCURO (Apr 17, 2025)
Cast Set for MY LORD, WHAT A NIGHT at George Street Playhouse (Apr 1, 2026)
National Black Theatre & The Flea Theater Collab On The World Premiere of CHIAROSCURO (Apr 18, 2025)
National Black Theatre To Present New York City Premiere of CHIAROSCURO (Apr 17, 2025)
BIO
Gayle Samuels earned a Best Actress nomination from the Connecticut Critics Circle for her portrayal of Billie Holiday in Lady Day At Emerson’s Bar & Grill and received rave reviews for her portrayal of Rose in Fences and Louise in Seven Guitars. She recently made her Metropolitan Opera debut in Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk, did the national tour of Little House on the Prairie and toured internationally as a featured vocalist with Harry Belafonte. BROADWAY: Sunset Blvd., Grind, Dancin’. OFF-BROADWAY: Sistas (Gloria), Little Shop Of Horrors (Ronnette) The Dark Star From Harlem (Josephine Baker). REGIONAL: Crowns, The Sunshine Boys, Beehive, Chess. TV/ FILM: "Bull", "Madam Secretary", "The Americans", "The Class", "Twenty Good Years", Cupid, Black Nativity, Honeybee, The Tides That Bind. www.gaylesamuels.com
Photos
Michael Demby-Caine, Stephanie Pope Lofgren, Mamie Duncan Gibbs, Kimberly Juan, Virginia Woodruff, Gayle Samuels,, Jimmy Tate, Deb Lyons, Ken Ard, Leonard Joseph, Aarne Lofgren, Ramona Keller, JT Jenk
Date:
10/18/2024
From: Photos: Broadway and Off-Broadway Dim Their Lights In Memory of Adrian Bailey
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Aunt Lou (Understudy)
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[East Haddam, CT (Regional)]
Goodspeed Musicals Original Production, 2018
Chaperone/Mother Marthe
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Edna (Understudy)
Mrs. Norman (Understudy)
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Original Broadway Production, 1994
Beautician [Replacement]
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[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1985
Kitty (Understudy)
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[US Tour]
National Tour, 2008
Ensemble
Eliza Wilder (Understudy)
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Videos
VIDEO: Audra McDonald Talks OHIO STATE MURDERS & THE GILDED AGE on TODAY
by Michael Major - 2023-01-06 12:52:56
VIDEO: Audra McDonald Reveals Why OHIO STATE MURDERS Is Her 'Hardest' Role on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - 2022-12-15 16:04:04
Video: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of OHIO STATE MURDERS
by Red Carpet - 2022-12-12 11:04:41
Photos/Video: First Look at Audra McDonald and More in OHIO STATE MURDERS, Opening Tonight!
by Show Highlights - 2022-12-08 10:51:31
Video: Audra McDonald and Kenny Leon Open Up About the Drama of OHIO STATE MURDERS
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-11-12 12:00:20
Video: Audra McDonald, Lizan Mitchell & More Discuss Bringing OHIO STATE MURDERS to Broadway
by Sneak Peek - 2022-11-06 16:00:20
News
Cast Set for MY LORD, WHAT A NIGHT at George Street Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
George Street Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for MY LORD, WHAT A NIGHT, starring Rashidra Scott as Marian Anderson and Anthony Cochrane as Albert Einstein, with previews beginning April 28 and opening night May 1.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2026
George Street Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for MY LORD, WHAT A NIGHT, starring Rashidra Scott as Marian Anderson and Anthony Cochrane as Albert Einstein, with previews beginning April 28 and opening night May 1.
National Black Theatre & The Flea Theater Collab On The World Premiere of CHIAROSCURO
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025
National Black Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Originally written by one of the foremothers of the Black Arts Movement, the late Aishah Rahman, in 2002, this work is directed by NBT's SOUL Directing Resident Abigail jean-baptiste.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025
National Black Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Originally written by one of the foremothers of the Black Arts Movement, the late Aishah Rahman, in 2002, this work is directed by NBT's SOUL Directing Resident Abigail jean-baptiste.
National Black Theatre To Present New York City Premiere of CHIAROSCURO
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025
National Black Theatre (NBT) in association with The Flea Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Performances run May 27 - June 22 at The Flea Theater.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025
National Black Theatre (NBT) in association with The Flea Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Performances run May 27 - June 22 at The Flea Theater.
Photos: Broadway and Off-Broadway Dim Their Lights In Memory of Adrian Bailey
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024
In an historic gesture, every Broadway and Off-Broadway theater owner dimmed the lights on all theaters honoring veteran performer Adrian Bailey. Traditionally, this honor is only given to Tony Award-Winning Broadway stars. Check out photos from the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024
In an historic gesture, every Broadway and Off-Broadway theater owner dimmed the lights on all theaters honoring veteran performer Adrian Bailey. Traditionally, this honor is only given to Tony Award-Winning Broadway stars. Check out photos from the event.
Harlem9 Celebrates Iconic Black Political Speeches On The Heels Of The Democratic National Convention
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 25, 2024
On the heels of the Democratic National Convention, Harlem9, is celebrating Black political speeches by iconic Black leaders in their 14th Annual '48Hours in...Harlem' on Sunday, August 25, at 7 and 9:30 p.m.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 25, 2024
On the heels of the Democratic National Convention, Harlem9, is celebrating Black political speeches by iconic Black leaders in their 14th Annual '48Hours in...Harlem' on Sunday, August 25, at 7 and 9:30 p.m.
Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College Unveils Lineup of Performances for Black History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2024
Celebrate Black History Month with a lineup of exciting performances including Mississippi Land, Cubop to Hip-Hop!, and The String Queens.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2024
Celebrate Black History Month with a lineup of exciting performances including Mississippi Land, Cubop to Hip-Hop!, and The String Queens.
The Bushwick Starr Presents Keelay Gipson's DEMONS. in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023
The Bushwick Starr will partner with JAG Productions and Oye Group to present demons., a new Afro-Surrealist play written and directed by award-winning playwright Keelay Gipson.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023
The Bushwick Starr will partner with JAG Productions and Oye Group to present demons., a new Afro-Surrealist play written and directed by award-winning playwright Keelay Gipson.
Theatre Now To Present Staged Readings Of New Musicals DERAILED! And THE SUSTAIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2023
This month, Theatre Now is producing staged readings of Derailed! and The Sustain, new musicals developed in their Musical Writers Lab.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2023
This month, Theatre Now is producing staged readings of Derailed! and The Sustain, new musicals developed in their Musical Writers Lab.
Video: Audra McDonald Comments on OHIO STATE MURDERS Closing
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2023
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Ohio State Murders will close on Broadway on January 15. In this video, the play's star, Audra McDonald, took to Instagram to share her thoughts on the production closing.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2023
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Ohio State Murders will close on Broadway on January 15. In this video, the play's star, Audra McDonald, took to Instagram to share her thoughts on the production closing.
VIDEO: Audra McDonald Talks OHIO STATE MURDERS & THE GILDED AGE on TODAY
by Michael Major - Jan 6, 2023
Audra McDonald appeared on The TODAY Show this morning to discuss appearing on Broadway in Ohio State Murders and filming the upcoming second season of The Gilded Age. McDonald also discussed the difference between Ohio State Murders and A Beautiful Noise, in which her husband, Will Swenson, stars as Neil Diamond. Watch the video now!
by Michael Major - Jan 6, 2023
Audra McDonald appeared on The TODAY Show this morning to discuss appearing on Broadway in Ohio State Murders and filming the upcoming second season of The Gilded Age. McDonald also discussed the difference between Ohio State Murders and A Beautiful Noise, in which her husband, Will Swenson, stars as Neil Diamond. Watch the video now!
OHIO STATE MURDERS to Play Final Performance on Broadway This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2023
Ohio State Murders will play its final performance on Sunday, January 15, 2023. See how to purchase tickets and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2023
Ohio State Murders will play its final performance on Sunday, January 15, 2023. See how to purchase tickets and more.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Playhouse on Park Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
VIDEO: Audra McDonald Reveals Why OHIO STATE MURDERS Is Her 'Hardest' Role on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2022
While on The View, Audra McDonald discussed Adrienne Kennedy's Broadway debut at 91 and why Ohio State Murders is her hardest role yet. McDonald also discussed why her stage fright as gotten worse, her husband Will Swenson's Neil Diamond impression, and the new season of The Gilded Age. Watch the new interview video now!
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2022
While on The View, Audra McDonald discussed Adrienne Kennedy's Broadway debut at 91 and why Ohio State Murders is her hardest role yet. McDonald also discussed why her stage fright as gotten worse, her husband Will Swenson's Neil Diamond impression, and the new season of The Gilded Age. Watch the new interview video now!
Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; at Playhouse on Park Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022
The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Video: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of OHIO STATE MURDERS
by Red Carpet - Dec 12, 2022
BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for opening night of Ohio State Murders, which is running on Broadway at the James Earl Jones Theatre. In this video, watch as we take you inside the big night!
by Red Carpet - Dec 12, 2022
BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for opening night of Ohio State Murders, which is running on Broadway at the James Earl Jones Theatre. In this video, watch as we take you inside the big night!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of OHIO STATE MURDERS
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 10, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opened last night on Broadway. Starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Ohio State Murders is the first show to play at the renamed and renovated James Earl Jones Theatre.
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 10, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opened last night on Broadway. Starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Ohio State Murders is the first show to play at the renamed and renovated James Earl Jones Theatre.
Photos: OHIO STATE MURDERS Cast Celebrates Opening Night!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 9, 2022
See photos of the cast of Ohio State Murders, including Audra McDonald and more, celebrating their opening night on Broadway!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 9, 2022
See photos of the cast of Ohio State Murders, including Audra McDonald and more, celebrating their opening night on Broadway!
Photos: Audra McDonald and the Cast of OHIO STATE MURDERS Take Their Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 9, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opened last night on Broadway. starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald. BroadwayWorld was there at last night's opening, and you can check out photos from the curtain call here!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 9, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opened last night on Broadway. starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald. BroadwayWorld was there at last night's opening, and you can check out photos from the curtain call here!
Review Roundup: Audra McDonald Stars In OHIO STATE MURDERS On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opens tonight on Broadway. Starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Ohio State Murders is the first show to play at the renamed and renovated James Earl Jones Theatre. Read the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opens tonight on Broadway. Starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Ohio State Murders is the first show to play at the renamed and renovated James Earl Jones Theatre. Read the reviews!
Photos/Video: First Look at Audra McDonald and More in OHIO STATE MURDERS, Opening Tonight!
by Show Highlights - Dec 8, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opens tonight on Broadway. Starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Ohio State Murders is the first show to play at the renamed and renovated James Earl Jones Theatre. Check out all new photos and video clips from the play here!
by Show Highlights - Dec 8, 2022
Ohio State Murders officially opens tonight on Broadway. Starring Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, Ohio State Murders is the first show to play at the renamed and renovated James Earl Jones Theatre. Check out all new photos and video clips from the play here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gayle Samuels been in?
Gayle Samuels has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Gayle Samuels been in?
Gayle Samuels has not appeared in the West End.
Videos