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BIO

Gloria Modupe Omotola Onitiri is a British-Nigerian actress born in London and raised in Bedfordshire. In the years 2000-2003, she became a fixed member of the National Youth Music Theatre, participating as a lead role in two major productions worldwide, whilst studying at the formerly known Dame Alice Harpur School, in Bedford. She then went straight from school at 17 years old into her West End debut in, Disney's, The Lion King before continuing her studies at The University of Birmingham in English and Drama.



Gloria has starred in many of London's West End theatre's productions, The National Theatre and the UK's leading Regional theatres. Her multi skills have meant that she's had an extremely diverse and far reaching career including her screen work in: Coming Up, Bad Girls, Grass, Resurrecting the Street Walker and more.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2024
Persephone


[West End]
World Premiere Adaptation, 2022
The Godmother


[West End]
Old Vic Theatre Return Engagement, 2019
Ghost of Christmas Present


[West End]
National Theatre Pre-Broadway Engagement, 2018
Fate


[West End]
Original London Production, 2006
Ensemble


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News


Photos: Aimie Atkinson and More in SAVING MOZART at London's Other Palace
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2025

You can now get a first look at the UK premiere of the new musical Saving Mozart by Charli Eglington, now playing at London’s The Other Palace. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
Cast Set For SAVING MOZART at the Other Palace
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

MCG Productions have announced the full cast for the UK premiere of the new musical Saving Mozart by Charli Eglington, which will play at London’s The Other Palace. Learn more here!
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Unveils 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2025

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic has revealed its 2025-26 season. This season marks the 185th anniversary of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and welcomes new Chief Executive, Vanessa Reed. Learn more!
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2024 - Where to Watch MARIA, the BEETLEJUICE Sequel, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 29, 2024

December sees the streaming debut of the highly anticipated Maria Callas biopic featuring Angelina Jolie, the 60th anniversary Mary Poppins special, Tim Burton's Beetlejuice sequel, and more!
New Cast Will Join HADESTOWN in London This Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024

New casting has been announced for the West End production of multi award-winning Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre, London.
Musical Con Will Return For 2024 Edition in October
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024

This October, the world's biggest musical theatre fan convention, Musical Con, will return to London for the third year running, welcoming thousands of fans, of all ages, from across the country and abroad, to celebrate all things musicals under one roof. 
Interview: 'You're Committed to Something Special Every Day': Actor Melanie La Barrie on HADESTOWN, Gender and Her Amazing Career Path
by Kat Mokrynski - Apr 19, 2024

Hadestown is a show that has taken the West End by storm. Recently, we had the opportunity to talk with Melanie La Barrie, who plays Hermes. We discussed how La Barrie first got into theatre and decided to move to London, how she changed the role of Hermes by removing references to the character’s gender and why Hadestown such a special show.
Video: Inside Opening Night of HADESTOWN in London's West End
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2024

The West End production of Hadestown  officially opened last night at the Lyric Theatre, London. Check out an all new video from opening night here!
Video: Go Behind the Scenes of HADESTOWN's First West End Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024

Check out footage of the cast of Hadestown preparing for their first West End performance!
HADESTOWN Extends in London to December 2024; Check Out New Rehearsal Photos!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2024

Due to popular demand, the multi award-winning Hadestown, which opens at the Lyric Theatre, London with performances from Saturday 10 February 2024, has already announced its extension in the West End with tickets now available through to 22 December 2024.  Plus, check out all new rehearsal photos here!
Video: HADESTOWN West End Cast Visits the Lyric Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2024

See video of the cast of Hadestown in the West End visiting London's Lyric Theatre!
Photos: New Character Images Released for HADESTOWN in the West End
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 15, 2024

New character images have been released from the multi award-winning Hadestown, which will open at the Lyric Theatre, London with performances from Saturday 10 February 2024. See all the photos here!
VIDEO: Gloria Onitiri Performs 'Our Lady Of The Underground' From HADESTOWN in the West End
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024

The upcoming West End production of Hadestown has released a video of Gloria Onitiri performing 'Our Lady Of The Underground'! Gloria will be playing the role of Persephone when Hadestown begins performances in London on 10 February at the Lyric Theatre. 
VIDEO: Anaïs Mitchell Sings 'Flowers' at the HADESTOWN West End Launch Event
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2024

An all new video has been released of Anaïs Mitchell singing 'Flowers' at the Hadestown West End launch event. Check out the video here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Gloria Onitiri been in?

Gloria Onitiri has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Gloria Onitiri been in?

Gloria Onitiri has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.

What was Gloria Onitiri's first West End show?

Gloria Onitiri's first West End show was Avenue Q which opened in 2006

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