Jose Llana
Birth Place: PHILIPPINES
Latest News on Jose Llana:
Photos: Inside Celebrating AANHPI Theatremakers on Broadway (Jun 5, 2025)
How are Tony Nominees Decided? (Apr 25, 2025)
Flashback: Broadway Sings William Finn (Apr 11, 2025)
Photos: Inside Celebrating AANHPI Theatremakers on Broadway (Jun 5, 2025)
How are Tony Nominees Decided? (Apr 25, 2025)
Flashback: Broadway Sings William Finn (Apr 11, 2025)
BIO
Jose Llana most recently appeared as Adam in the World Premiere of Joe diPietro's Falling For Eve at the York. Broadway: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, original Chip Tolentino (Drama Desk Award); Wang Ta in Flower Drum Song; Angel in RENT; Jessie-Lee in Streetcorner Symphony; and Lun Tha in The King and I. Off-Broadway: Gabey in On the Town and Adam Guettel’s Saturn Returns, both at The Public Theater. Regional: Martin Guerre (Guillaume, Guthrie Theater), Ballad of Little Jo (Steppenwolf Theater, Jefferson Nom.), Candide (Prince Theater, Barrymore Nom.) and as El Gato in the World Premiere of Wonderland (Straz & Alley Theater). Workshops: Frank Wildhorn’s Havana, Melchior in Spring Awakening (Sundance Lab) and Honor (Prospect), among others. TV/film: Sex and the City and Hitch. Cast albums and solo album, VIVA Philippines label.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Broadway Revival, 2015
King of Siam [Replacement]
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Awards and Nominations
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical
Jose Llana, Here Lies Love
Videos
Video: Watch Joy Woods Sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' at MCC MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2025-01-13 15:41:03
Video: Watch Jose Llana Sing 'Colors of the Wind' at MCC MISCAST23
by Michael Major - 2024-12-16 15:56:50
Video: Watch the Cast of HERE LIES LOVE Perform Unplugged 'Child of the Philippines'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-03 19:00:01
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Cast Members Perform Unplugged Version of 'Walk Like A Woman'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-10-30 15:37:10
Video: Watch HERE LIES LOVE Cast Members Perform 'Opposite Attraction' Unplugged
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-10-30 15:32:48
Video: David Byrne Calls HERE LIES LOVE's Dancing Audience His 'Dream Come True'
by Michael Major - 2023-10-06 10:31:42
Video: Watch Arielle Jacobs & HERE LIES LOVE Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2023-09-28 09:51:59
Video: David Byrne & More Talk HERE LIES LOVE's Immersive Sound Design
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-09-18 15:03:50
Video: David Byrne Reveals What Inspired Him to Create HERE LIES LOVE on MORNING JOE
by Michael Major - 2023-07-20 13:47:27
Video: Who Are the Real People Behind the Story of HERE LIES LOVE? The Cast Explains
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-07-20 10:59:30
Video: Arielle Jacobs, Lea Salonga, Jose Llana, and More Talk HERE LIES LOVE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-07-16 12:23:10
Video: HERE LIES LOVE Company Talks Bringing the Show to Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-05-10 14:22:50
Video: Lea Salonga and David Korins Tour the Newly Transformed Broadway Theatre For HERE LIES LOVE
by Stephi Wild - 2023-03-27 09:03:46
BWW Exclusive: Jenn Collela, Aisha Jackson & More Sing Lerner & Loewe in BROADWAY IN CONCERT on PBS
by Michael Major - 2022-03-04 09:21:03
VIDEO: Jose Llana Visits Backstage with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2021-12-03 15:00:20
News
Photos: Inside Celebrating AANHPI Theatremakers on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
Celebrating AANHPI Theatremakers on Broadway – a celebratory brunch honoring the AANHPI artists and professionals who are part of the 2024–2025 Broadway season – was held on Tuesday, June 3. See photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2025
Celebrating AANHPI Theatremakers on Broadway – a celebratory brunch honoring the AANHPI artists and professionals who are part of the 2024–2025 Broadway season – was held on Tuesday, June 3. See photos here!
How are Tony Nominees Decided?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 25, 2025
For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 25, 2025
For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.
Flashback: Broadway Sings William Finn
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 11, 2025
Composer and lyricist William Finn passed away on April 7 at the age of 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more. Watch in these videos as some of Broadway's best take on his iconic catalog.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 11, 2025
Composer and lyricist William Finn passed away on April 7 at the age of 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more. Watch in these videos as some of Broadway's best take on his iconic catalog.
Broadway Remembers William Finn
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 8, 2025
Tony winning composer William Finn passed away yesterday at the age of 73. In response to the news, the theater community has been saluting his incredible impact on Broadway and the lives of countless artists who have crossed his path.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 8, 2025
Tony winning composer William Finn passed away yesterday at the age of 73. In response to the news, the theater community has been saluting his incredible impact on Broadway and the lives of countless artists who have crossed his path.
Photos: Andrew Rannells, Nikki M. James & More in FINN Benefit Concert
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2025
Stars in the House just commemorated its fifth anniversary with a very special live, and of course livestreamed, show, teaming up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a star-studded one-night-only concert performance of FINN. Check out photos from the concert here!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2025
Stars in the House just commemorated its fifth anniversary with a very special live, and of course livestreamed, show, teaming up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a star-studded one-night-only concert performance of FINN. Check out photos from the concert here!
Video: FINN Takes the Stage at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2025
Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson teamed up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a one-night-only performance that also celebrated the fifth anniversary of Stars in the House. Watch the full show here!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2025
Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson teamed up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a one-night-only performance that also celebrated the fifth anniversary of Stars in the House. Watch the full show here!
Michael Urie, Charlotte D'Amboise, Nina West & More Join FINN Performance at Town Hall
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025
Michael Urie, Charlotte D’Amboise, Nina West, Peppermint, Adam Pascal, Brenda Braxton, and Zachary Noah Piser have joined the star-studded cast of the special performance of FINN taking place on Monday, March 17.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025
Michael Urie, Charlotte D’Amboise, Nina West, Peppermint, Adam Pascal, Brenda Braxton, and Zachary Noah Piser have joined the star-studded cast of the special performance of FINN taking place on Monday, March 17.
FINN Musical Will Be Performed at Town Hall Following Kennedy Center Tour Cancellation
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
A special performance of Finn is coming to the Town Hall in New York City next month, presented by Stars in the House. Finn was originally set to be performed at the Kennedy Center but was recently cancelled.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025
A special performance of Finn is coming to the Town Hall in New York City next month, presented by Stars in the House. Finn was originally set to be performed at the Kennedy Center but was recently cancelled.
Video: Watch Joy Woods Sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' at MCC MISCAST
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2025
Watch Joy Woods sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' from My Fair Lady at MCC Theater's MISCAST in 2023. See a video of the Gypsy star perform the classic musical theatre song now!
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2025
Watch Joy Woods sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' from My Fair Lady at MCC Theater's MISCAST in 2023. See a video of the Gypsy star perform the classic musical theatre song now!
Video: Lorna Courtney Sings 'Corner of the Sky' at MCC MISCAST23
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2024
You can now take a look back at Lorna Courtney performing 'Corner of the Sky' from Pippin at MCC Theater's MISCAST23. Learn more about the event and check out the video here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2024
You can now take a look back at Lorna Courtney performing 'Corner of the Sky' from Pippin at MCC Theater's MISCAST23. Learn more about the event and check out the video here!
Photos: On the Red Carpet at ALL IN: COMEDY ABOUT LOVE Gala Night
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024
Performances are now underway for All In: Comedy About Love by Simon Rich. BroadwayWorld attended the show's gala night, and you can check out photos of the stars arriving on the red carpet here!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024
Performances are now underway for All In: Comedy About Love by Simon Rich. BroadwayWorld attended the show's gala night, and you can check out photos of the stars arriving on the red carpet here!
Video: Watch Jose Llana Sing 'Colors of the Wind' at MCC MISCAST23
by Michael Major - Dec 16, 2024
Watch Jose Llana sing 'Colors of the Wind' from the film 'Pocahontas' at MCC Theater's MISCAST23. MCC Theater’s annual MISCAST gala is a one-night-only musical spectacular featuring Broadway’s hottest stars. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Dec 16, 2024
Watch Jose Llana sing 'Colors of the Wind' from the film 'Pocahontas' at MCC Theater's MISCAST23. MCC Theater’s annual MISCAST gala is a one-night-only musical spectacular featuring Broadway’s hottest stars. Watch the video!
Kate Baldwin, Julie Benko, and More Join National Alliance for Musical Theatre's FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 36thAnnual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2024
National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced initial casting and more details about the lineup for the 36thAnnual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which takes place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages
Tony Awards Reveal 2025 Nominating Committee
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced the Nominating Committee for the 2024-2025 Broadway season. Find out who made the list!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced the Nominating Committee for the 2024-2025 Broadway season. Find out who made the list!
Jessica Vosk, Lea DeLaria & More Star in WILD ABOUT YOU Workshop & Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024
A two week workshop of the new musical WILD ABOUT YOU, with music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy and book by Eric Holmes began this week in NYC. It will culminate in an invitation-only industry presentation. See who is starring and learn more about the show.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024
A two week workshop of the new musical WILD ABOUT YOU, with music and lyrics by Chilina Kennedy and book by Eric Holmes began this week in NYC. It will culminate in an invitation-only industry presentation. See who is starring and learn more about the show.
Photos: COUNTING AND CRACKING Opens Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024
Last night, September 12, The Public Theater and NYU Skirball celebrated the Opening Night of Belvoir St Theatre’s COUNTING AND CRACKING, a Sri Lankan-Australian epic written and associate directed by S. Shakthidharan and directed and associate written by Eamon Flack making its North American debut at NYU Skirball. See photos from opening night!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024
Last night, September 12, The Public Theater and NYU Skirball celebrated the Opening Night of Belvoir St Theatre’s COUNTING AND CRACKING, a Sri Lankan-Australian epic written and associate directed by S. Shakthidharan and directed and associate written by Eamon Flack making its North American debut at NYU Skirball. See photos from opening night!
Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024
Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!
Photos: Go Inside the Farewell Gathering for TITANIC at Encores!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 29, 2024
Titanic concluded its run as part of New York City Center Encores! on Sunday, June 23rd. The company held a closing celebration, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 29, 2024
Titanic concluded its run as part of New York City Center Encores! on Sunday, June 23rd. The company held a closing celebration, and BroadwayWorld was there to capture the festivities. Check out the photos here!
Video: Original TITANIC Cast Member Victoria Clark Misses the Boat At Tonight's Encores! Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024
Watch as Tony Award-winner Victoria Clark, who played Alice Beane in the original Broadway company of Titanic, makes a special appearance on the New York City Center stage below!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2024
Watch as Tony Award-winner Victoria Clark, who played Alice Beane in the original Broadway company of Titanic, makes a special appearance on the New York City Center stage below!
Video: More Highlights from Encores! TITANIC
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 13, 2024
Titanic has arrived at New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out more video clips of the cast, including 'Barrett's Song,' 'Still,' and 'The Proposal.'
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 13, 2024
Titanic has arrived at New York City Center, closing the Encores! season this month. Check out more video clips of the cast, including 'Barrett's Song,' 'Still,' and 'The Proposal.'
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jose Llana been in?
Jose Llana has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
How many West End shows has Jose Llana been in?
Jose Llana has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jose Llana been nominated for?
and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical (The Lortels) for Here Lies Love.
Videos