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"I'm just painting now... sort of professionally." Play along as Hannah Elless (@HannahElless - Bright Star, Godspell) rejoins Bryan, Kevin, and Kimberly for IN-PERSON drinks, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, and, if you missed it the first time, IN-PERSON DRINKS!
Hannah Elless
Hannah Elless starred on Broadway in the most recent revival of Godspell and created the role of Margo Crawford in Steve Martin’s musical Bright Star. She also originated the role of Jess in Jack Thorne’s Tony Award Winning Broadway adaptation of A Christmas Carol.
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BIO
Hannah Elless starred on Broadway in the most recent revival of Godspell and created the role of Margo Crawford in Steve Martin’s musical Bright Star. She also originated the role of Jess in Jack Thorne’s Tony Award Winning Broadway adaptation of A Christmas Carol. In addition, Ms. Elless originated the leading role of Mary in Ahrens & Flaherty’s world premiere musical Knoxville and is a Craig Noel Award nominee for creating the role of Joon in the musical Benny & Joon. Most recently Hannah starred as Baker’s Wife in the viral, immersive, and completely outdoor production of Into the Woods in NYC. Broadway: Bright Star, Godspell, A Christmas Carol. Off-Broadway: Summer And Smoke, Come Back Little Sheba, Picnic, The Other Josh Cohen. TV/Film: “The Deuce” (HBO), “Glee” (FOX), The Lake Effect, Fortune, She’s Fine. You can find her on social media @HannahElless.
Photos
Lee Roy Reams, Anna Zavelson, Samantha Williams, Ashley D. Kelley, Santino Fontana, Ephraim Sykes, Andrew Barth Feldman, J. Harrison Ghee, Alysha Umphress, Marilyn Maye, Kate Baldwin, Katie Finneran, Gracie Lawrence, Kecia Lewis, NaTasha Yvette Williams, Ann Harada, Barbara Walsh, Thom Sesma, Christopher Sieber, Hannah Elless, Nikki Renée Daniels, Lauren Blackman
Date:
06/25/2025
From: Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
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Videos
Video: Alliance Theatre Shares First LIKE FATHER Development Documentary
by Joshua Wright - 2026-08-28 09:29:34
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-18 15:39:31
BWW Exclusive: Watch Liz Callaway Sing from Carmel Dean's WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-02-11 13:50:56
VIDEO: LaChanze & Celia Rose Gooding Talk Making History on Broadway on TODAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-12-24 09:34:44
VIDEO: Jai Srinivasan and Sebastian Ortiz of A CHRISTMAS CAROL Discuss What it Means to Play Tiny Tim as Disabled Kids
by Stephi Wild - 2019-12-16 08:54:33
TV: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Kicks Off the Holiday Season on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-11-21 12:53:14
VIDEO: First Look at Bryce Pinkham, Hannah Elless, and More in BENNY & JOON at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Alan Henry - 2019-04-26 14:57:07
VIDEO: Watch Clips of Bryce Pinkham, Hannah Elless, and More in BENNY & JOON at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - 2019-04-12 10:38:02
TV: Hannah Elless, Bryce Pinkham & More Preview Paper Mill's BENNY & JOON!
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-03-24 10:01:00
TV: Watch Highlights of David Rossmer & Steve Rosen in THE OTHER JOSH COHEN!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-11-12 13:21:49
Corey Cott and Hannah Elless Debut Songs from New Einstein Musical REBEL GENIUS
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-07-11 23:42:10
News
Review: LIKE FATHER at the Alliance Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Oct 23, 2026
A thrilling, darkly funny new musical, LIKE FATHER at the Alliance Theatre pairs an electrifying score with a gripping story and powerhouse performances in a world premiere that lives up to the hype.
by Joseph Harrison - Oct 23, 2026
A thrilling, darkly funny new musical, LIKE FATHER at the Alliance Theatre pairs an electrifying score with a gripping story and powerhouse performances in a world premiere that lives up to the hype.
Photos: Frankie Rodriguez, Charity Angél Dawson and More Celebrate LIKE FATHER Opening Night at Alliance Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
The world premiere of Like Father celebrated opening night at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre with cast members Frankie Rodriguez, Charity Angél Dawson, and more, alongside special guest Angelica Ross. Check out photos from the celebration!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026
The world premiere of Like Father celebrated opening night at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre with cast members Frankie Rodriguez, Charity Angél Dawson, and more, alongside special guest Angelica Ross. Check out photos from the celebration!
Spotlight: LIKE FATHER World Premiere Is Now Playing in Atlanta
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 21, 2026
LIKE FATHER: A NEW MUSICAL — NOW PLAYING THROUGH NOV 15
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 21, 2026
LIKE FATHER: A NEW MUSICAL — NOW PLAYING THROUGH NOV 15
Interview: Jacob Ryan Smith, Caroline Pernick, and Tinashe Kajese-Bolden On the World Premiere of LIKE FATHER at the Alliance Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2026
Jacob Ryan Smith, Caroline Pernick, and Tinashe Kajese-Bolden discuss the world premiere of LIKE FATHER at the Alliance Theatre, a folk-pop musical set against America’s true-crime obsession, running through November 15, 2026.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 16, 2026
Jacob Ryan Smith, Caroline Pernick, and Tinashe Kajese-Bolden discuss the world premiere of LIKE FATHER at the Alliance Theatre, a folk-pop musical set against America’s true-crime obsession, running through November 15, 2026.
Video: Alliance Theatre Shares First LIKE FATHER Development Documentary
by Joshua Wright - Aug 28, 2026
The Alliance Theatre has posted the first installment of a behind-the-scenes documentary series tracking the creation of its new musical LIKE FATHER ahead of its world premiere this fall.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 28, 2026
The Alliance Theatre has posted the first installment of a behind-the-scenes documentary series tracking the creation of its new musical LIKE FATHER ahead of its world premiere this fall.
Charity Angél Dawson and More to Star in LIKE FATHER at The Alliance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2026
The Alliance Theatre has revealed the cast of the upcoming world premiere musical, Like Father. Described as a coming-of-age story set against America’s true-crime obsession, Like Father will run on the Hertz Stage at Alliance Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2026
The Alliance Theatre has revealed the cast of the upcoming world premiere musical, Like Father. Described as a coming-of-age story set against America’s true-crime obsession, Like Father will run on the Hertz Stage at Alliance Theatre.
Listen: Lauren Patten, Britney Coleman and More in SOPHIE BLANCHARD'S HIGH-FLYIN' EXTRAVAGANZA EP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
A five-song studio cast recording of the new musical about balloonist Sophie Blanchard is available for streaming, featuring Tony winner Lauren Patten and Britney Coleman.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2026
A five-song studio cast recording of the new musical about balloonist Sophie Blanchard is available for streaming, featuring Tony winner Lauren Patten and Britney Coleman.
Feature: Broadway Veterans Join CTW's THE GRAY MAN Concept Album
by April Sigler - Jul 30, 2026
Carolina Theater Workshop has announced plans to produce a professionally recorded concept album for The Gray Man, featuring the original Raleigh cast and Broadway talent, following a successful staged reading in Raleigh this past May.
by April Sigler - Jul 30, 2026
Carolina Theater Workshop has announced plans to produce a professionally recorded concept album for The Gray Man, featuring the original Raleigh cast and Broadway talent, following a successful staged reading in Raleigh this past May.
Joshua Turchin, Michael Park, And Gianna Harris To Lead SWASHBUCKLERS Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
An invitation-only industry reading of the new original musical Swashbucklers will be presented in New York City. The production features a book, music, and lyrics by Joshua Turchin.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
An invitation-only industry reading of the new original musical Swashbucklers will be presented in New York City. The production features a book, music, and lyrics by Joshua Turchin.
Why Community Connection Matters More Than Ever for Regional Theater
by Cara Joy David - Dec 24, 2025
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
by Cara Joy David - Dec 24, 2025
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
Hannah Elless and Anthony Zambito to Join Drew Fornarola At Don't Tell Mama's
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Hannah Elless (Bright Star, Godspell) and Anthony Zambito (HBO's Girls, The Ghost of John McCain) have joined the cast of Drew Fornarola: The Encore Nobody Asked for at Don't Tell Mama NYC.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025
Hannah Elless (Bright Star, Godspell) and Anthony Zambito (HBO's Girls, The Ghost of John McCain) have joined the cast of Drew Fornarola: The Encore Nobody Asked for at Don't Tell Mama NYC.
Photos: Immersive INTO THE WOODS at Camp Pouch
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
Sternfeld Studio’s immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into the Woods has added two additional performances on October 20 and 22 at Camp Pouch on Staten Island. Check out photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
Sternfeld Studio’s immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into the Woods has added two additional performances on October 20 and 22 at Camp Pouch on Staten Island. Check out photos of the production.
Photos: American Songbook Association's ON THE WHEELS OF A DREAM Gala at Kaufman Music Center
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 12, 2025
The ASA's fifth annual gala honored the multi-award-winning songwriting team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (RAGTIME). See photos from the 10/6 evening snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 12, 2025
The ASA's fifth annual gala honored the multi-award-winning songwriting team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (RAGTIME). See photos from the 10/6 evening snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.
Interview: American Songbook Association's Gala Honors Ahrens & Flaherty
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 4, 2025
ASA's Executive Director Carolyn Montgomery talks the organization's 10/6 gala, with a star-studded show honoring the songwriters behind hit shows like RAGTIME and ONCE ON THIS ISLAND.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 4, 2025
ASA's Executive Director Carolyn Montgomery talks the organization's 10/6 gala, with a star-studded show honoring the songwriters behind hit shows like RAGTIME and ONCE ON THIS ISLAND.
Susan Stroman To Honor Lynn Ahrens And Stephen Flaherty At American Songbook Association Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025
Broadway stars including Lillias White, Kate Baldwin, Nikki Renée Daniels, Elizabeth Stanley, and Derek Klena will perform at the American Songbook Association’s gala on October 6, 2025, at Merkin Hall. Susan Stroman will present an award to songwriting team Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025
Broadway stars including Lillias White, Kate Baldwin, Nikki Renée Daniels, Elizabeth Stanley, and Derek Klena will perform at the American Songbook Association’s gala on October 6, 2025, at Merkin Hall. Susan Stroman will present an award to songwriting team Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
Lillias White and Alton Fitzgerald White to Join American Songbook Association Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
Tony Award winner Lillias White and Broadway star Alton Fitzgerald White have joined the lineup for American Songbook Association's fifth annual gala “Ahrens and Flaherty: On the Wheels of a Dream”. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
Tony Award winner Lillias White and Broadway star Alton Fitzgerald White have joined the lineup for American Songbook Association's fifth annual gala “Ahrens and Flaherty: On the Wheels of a Dream”. Learn more!
Kate Baldwin, Derek Klena, Kecia Lewis & More To Honor Ahrens & Flaherty At American Songbook Association Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
The American Songbook Association will honor Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty at its October 6 gala, featuring performances by Kate Baldwin, Nikki Renée Daniels, Derek Klena, Kecia Lewis, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2025
The American Songbook Association will honor Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty at its October 6 gala, featuring performances by Kate Baldwin, Nikki Renée Daniels, Derek Klena, Kecia Lewis, and more.
New London Barn Playhouse To Present THE PET PROJECT As Part Of 2025 Nest Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025
New London Barn Playhouse has announced a change in its 2025 NEST New Works Initiative lineup: The Sea & The Stars, originally slated for this summer, will be postponed due to a family emergency affecting its development timeline.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2025
New London Barn Playhouse has announced a change in its 2025 NEST New Works Initiative lineup: The Sea & The Stars, originally slated for this summer, will be postponed due to a family emergency affecting its development timeline.
Photos: Inside the After Party For HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 26, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the after party here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 26, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the after party here!
Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Hannah Elless been in?
Hannah Elless has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Hannah Elless been in?
Hannah Elless has not appeared in the West End.
Podcasts
Episode 127: Hannah Elless gets Broadwaysted, Part 2!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Play along as Hannah Elless (The Other Josh Cohen, & Bright Star) joins Bryan, Kevin, and Kimberly for a boozy brunch, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, and cookies. Become a supporter on our Patreon: https://bit.ly/2Q2zELG.
Episode 64: Where Are They Now!? gets Broadwaysted!
Play along as Antoine L Smith, Andrew Briedis, Michael Cerveris, Hannah Elless, and Will Roland join Bryan, Kevin, and Kimberly for tequila, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, water, and more tequila! Become a supporter on our Patreon: https://bit.ly/2Q2zELG.
Episode 5: Hannah Elless gets Broadwaysted!
Play along as Hannah Elless (Broadway's Bright Star) joins Bryan, Kevin, & Kimberly for some beer, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, gin, and more beer. Become a supporter on our Patreon: https://bit.ly/2Q2zELG.
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