Joanna Woodward
Latest News on Joanna Woodward:
THE PRODUCERS Extends Run at the Garrick Theatre (Oct 20, 2025)
Review Roundup: Did THE PRODUCERS Go Right in the West End? (Sep 16, 2025)
Review: THE PRODUCERS, Garrick Theatre (Sep 15, 2025)
THE PRODUCERS Extends Run at the Garrick Theatre (Oct 20, 2025)
Review Roundup: Did THE PRODUCERS Go Right in the West End? (Sep 16, 2025)
Review: THE PRODUCERS, Garrick Theatre (Sep 15, 2025)
BIO
Joanna trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama in Acting and Musical Theatre.
Theatre includes: Emily in Zombies: The Musical and Eulpha Miziam in Confessions (The Other Palace); Mary in The Life (Southwark Playhouse) directed by Michael Blakemore; understudied and played Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Aldwych Theatre); Margaret in Fings Ain’t Wot They Used T’Be (Theatre Royal Stratford East) directed by Terry Johnson; u/s Beth/Meg/ KT in Merrily We Roll Along (Menier Chocolate Factory and Harold Pinter Theatre) directed by Maria Friedman; Tinker Bell in Lost Boy (Finborough Theatre and Charing Cross Theatre); Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors (Kilworth House Theatre); Princess in Sleeping Beauty and Puss in Boots (Newbury Corn Exchange); Kimberley in Pages: Promised Land (Union Theatre); Glauke in Medea; Princess Atlanta in The Adventures of Jason and the Argonauts (Scoop Amphitheatre).
Workshops include: Sugar Kane in Sugar; What’s New Pussycat? directed by Scott Ellis; T’Aint A Bird directed by Tamara Harvey; Lost Boy (Liverpool Everyman); Chaosbaby (NT Studio); Painted Lady: The Princess Cariboo Scandal (Bristol Old Vic).
Other credits include: Mum’s The Word (Crazy Coqs); Carole King in Concert (BST, Hyde Park) and Lead Singer in The Drowned Man: A Hollywood Fable (Punchdrunk/National Theatre). As ‘Coco DuBois’, acclaimed burlesque compere and singer, credits include: headlining The Wam Bam Club (Royal Albert Hall), An Evening of Burlesque (National and Italian Tour) and The Hurly Burly Show (Duchess Theatre).
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STAGE CREDITS
Videos
Video: Watch the New Trailer for THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2023-11-01 06:12:11
TV: T'Shan Williams and Sharon D. Clarke Duet on 'My Friend' from THE LIFE at Southwark Playhouse
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-03-28 13:22:47
News
THE PRODUCERS Extends Run at the Garrick Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
The Producers has extended its run at the Garrick Theatre, with performances now booking until 19 September 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
The Producers has extended its run at the Garrick Theatre, with performances now booking until 19 September 2026. Learn more here!
Review Roundup: Did THE PRODUCERS Go Right in the West End?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 16, 2025
Adapted by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan from Brooks’ 1968 film of the same name, with lyrics by Brooks and music by Brooks and Glen Kelly. As in the film, the story concerns two theatrical producers who scheme to get rich by overselling interests in a Broadway flop. Complications arise when the show unexpectedly turns out to be successful. What did the critics think of the show's transfer to the West End, after sell-out run at the Menier Chocolate factory?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 16, 2025
Adapted by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan from Brooks’ 1968 film of the same name, with lyrics by Brooks and music by Brooks and Glen Kelly. As in the film, the story concerns two theatrical producers who scheme to get rich by overselling interests in a Broadway flop. Complications arise when the show unexpectedly turns out to be successful. What did the critics think of the show's transfer to the West End, after sell-out run at the Menier Chocolate factory?
Review: THE PRODUCERS, Garrick Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 15, 2025
It took over twenty years for a revival of Mel Brooks's The Producers to come to London and the diminutive Menier Chocolate Factory more than held its own for a sold-out and universally well-received show. Now it makes a triumphant move to the West End's Garrick Theatre and continues to prove that great comedy is simply timeless.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 15, 2025
It took over twenty years for a revival of Mel Brooks's The Producers to come to London and the diminutive Menier Chocolate Factory more than held its own for a sold-out and universally well-received show. Now it makes a triumphant move to the West End's Garrick Theatre and continues to prove that great comedy is simply timeless.
Interview: ''Once You're Watching, You Don't Stop Laughing!': Actor Joanna Woodward on Bringing Ulla to the West End in THE PRODUCERS
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 1, 2025
After a sell-out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory last year, The Producers returns to London, this time in the West End at the Garrick Theatre. Recently, we had the chance to talk with Joanna Woodward, who returns to The Producers in the role of Ulla, an actress from Sweden who dreams of being on Broadway. We discussed what it’s been like to return to the show and how this particular production has given Ulla more autonomy and authority than ever before.
by Kat Mokrynski - Sep 1, 2025
After a sell-out run at the Menier Chocolate Factory last year, The Producers returns to London, this time in the West End at the Garrick Theatre. Recently, we had the chance to talk with Joanna Woodward, who returns to The Producers in the role of Ulla, an actress from Sweden who dreams of being on Broadway. We discussed what it’s been like to return to the show and how this particular production has given Ulla more autonomy and authority than ever before.
Cast Set For West End Transfer of THE PRODUCERS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the West End run, full casting has been announced for the transfer of the Menier Chocolate Factory's production of The Producers. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2025
As rehearsals begin for the West End run, full casting has been announced for the transfer of the Menier Chocolate Factory's production of The Producers. Learn more here!
Creative Team Set For West End Transfer of Mel Brooks' THE PRODUCERS
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2025
The full creative team has been announced for the West End Transfer of The Menier Chocolate Factory's production of The Producers with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and music & lyrics by Mel Brooks.
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2025
The full creative team has been announced for the West End Transfer of The Menier Chocolate Factory's production of The Producers with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and music & lyrics by Mel Brooks.
Andy Nyman and Marc Antolin Will Lead West End Transfer of THE PRODUCERS
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory’s critically acclaimed sell-out production of The Producers with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and music & lyrics by Mel Brooks transfers to the West End.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2025
The Menier Chocolate Factory’s critically acclaimed sell-out production of The Producers with book by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan, and music & lyrics by Mel Brooks transfers to the West End.
Review Roundup: What Went Right for THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory?
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 11, 2024
The first major London revival of Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of The Producers is now open at the Menier Chocolate Factory, directed by Tony Award-winning Patrick Marber and Broadway choreographer Lorin Latarro.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 11, 2024
The first major London revival of Mel Brooks’ musical adaptation of The Producers is now open at the Menier Chocolate Factory, directed by Tony Award-winning Patrick Marber and Broadway choreographer Lorin Latarro.
Review: THE PRODUCERS, Menier Chocolate Factory
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 11, 2024
Good things come to those who wait. Last seen in the West End way back in 2004, starring Nathan Lane and Lee Evans, Mel Brooks' satirical work of genius, The Producers, has finally goose-stepped its way to a glorious return to the London stage at the wonderful Menier Chocolate Factory.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Dec 11, 2024
Good things come to those who wait. Last seen in the West End way back in 2004, starring Nathan Lane and Lee Evans, Mel Brooks' satirical work of genius, The Producers, has finally goose-stepped its way to a glorious return to the London stage at the wonderful Menier Chocolate Factory.
Photos: THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024
Performances are underway for The Menier Chocolate Factory's production of Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out all new photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024
Performances are underway for The Menier Chocolate Factory's production of Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out all new photos here!
Photos: THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024
The Menier Chocolate Factory has released all new rehearsal photos for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out the photos here and learn more about the production.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2024
The Menier Chocolate Factory has released all new rehearsal photos for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Check out the photos here and learn more about the production.
Full Cast Set For THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2024
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers. Learn more about the cast here!
Andy Nyman, Marc Antolin, and More Will Lead THE PRODUCERS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
As public booking opens for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting. Find out who's joining the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
As public booking opens for Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan’s The Producers, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting. Find out who's joining the cast here!
Photos: Go Behind The Scenes of THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE: THE MUSICAL World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2024
Go behind the scenes of the world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical, based on the best-selling novel by Audrey Niffenegger and the New Line Cinema film, with screenplay by Bruce Joel Rubin. See photos from backstage here.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2024
Go behind the scenes of the world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical, based on the best-selling novel by Audrey Niffenegger and the New Line Cinema film, with screenplay by Bruce Joel Rubin. See photos from backstage here.
Review: THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE, Apollo Theatre
by Kerrie Nicholson - Nov 2, 2023
Premiering at the Storyhouse in Chester last year, the new musical has now made its West End home at the Apollo.
by Kerrie Nicholson - Nov 2, 2023
Premiering at the Storyhouse in Chester last year, the new musical has now made its West End home at the Apollo.
Video: Watch the New Trailer for THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
An all new trailer has been released for the West End production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical. The world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical opens at the Apollo Theatre in London’s West End tonight, Wednesday 1 November.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
An all new trailer has been released for the West End production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical. The world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical opens at the Apollo Theatre in London’s West End tonight, Wednesday 1 November.
Photos: First Look at THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE, Starring David Hunter and Joanna Woodward
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023
The world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical, based on the best-selling novel by Audrey Niffenegger and the New Line Cinema film, with screenplay by Bruce Joel Rubin, will open at the Apollo Theatre in London’s West End on 1 November. Check out production photos here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023
The world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical, based on the best-selling novel by Audrey Niffenegger and the New Line Cinema film, with screenplay by Bruce Joel Rubin, will open at the Apollo Theatre in London’s West End on 1 November. Check out production photos here!
Listen: Joss Stone Releases 'This Time' From THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023
This Time, a new single performed and written by Joss Stone and Dave Stewart, from THE TIME TRAVELLER’S WIFE: THE MUSICAL, is available to stream now! Listen to the song here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023
This Time, a new single performed and written by Joss Stone and Dave Stewart, from THE TIME TRAVELLER’S WIFE: THE MUSICAL, is available to stream now! Listen to the song here!
Interview: 'To Be Playing the Lead is Mind-Blowing to Me': Actor Joanna Woodward on Universality, Creativity and Leading THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE
by Kerrie Nicholson - Oct 2, 2023
Following the initial run in Chester last year, Joanna Woodward is soon set to lead the opening of The Time Traveller's Wife in the West End this October. She talks to us about the value of creating from the ground up, the universality of this story, and the joy of a complex female character.
by Kerrie Nicholson - Oct 2, 2023
Following the initial run in Chester last year, Joanna Woodward is soon set to lead the opening of The Time Traveller's Wife in the West End this October. She talks to us about the value of creating from the ground up, the universality of this story, and the joy of a complex female character.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE TIME TRAVELLER'S WIFE: THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023
All new rehearsal photos have been released for The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical. The world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical will open at the Apollo Theatre in London’s West End on 1 November, with previews from 7 October 2023. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023
All new rehearsal photos have been released for The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical. The world premiere production of The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical will open at the Apollo Theatre in London’s West End on 1 November, with previews from 7 October 2023. Check out the photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Joanna Woodward been in?
Joanna Woodward has not appeared on Broadway.
How many West End shows has Joanna Woodward been in?
Joanna Woodward has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.
What was Joanna Woodward's first West End show?
Joanna Woodward's first West End show was The Hurly Burly Show - Naughty But Nice! which opened in 2012
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