Joy Franz
Latest News on Joy Franz:
- Joy Franz and David Sabella to Star in A PASSAGE TO INDIA Adaptation at ATAJul 9, 2026
- Joy Franz And David Sabella Star in Reimagining Of E.M. Forster’s A PASSAGE TO INDIAJun 29, 2026
- Renaissance Now Theatre & Film Brings Two NOW SPEAK Productions of Shakespeare in Rep To Chain Theatre in JulyMay 27, 2025
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ANASTASIA Tour Launch Party featuring Claire Rathbun (Ensemble), Sareen Tchekmedyian (Swing), Lucy Horton (Ensemble), Alison Ewing (Ensemble), Joy Franz (Dowager Empress), Taylor Quick (Ensemble), Tari Kelly (Countess Lily), Kourtney Keitt (Ensemble), Mar
Date:
10/25/2018
From: Exclusive Photos: ANASTASIA on Tour Celebrates Opening Night
ANASTASIA Tour Launch Party featuring Bill Burns (Associate Choreographer), Joy Franz (Dowager Empress), Sarah Hartmann (Associate Director), Lila Coogan (Anya), Stephen Brower (Dmitry), Tari Kelly (Countess Lily), Edward Staudenmayer (Vlad), Addison Mack
Date:
10/25/2018
From: Exclusive Photos: ANASTASIA on Tour Celebrates Opening Night
ANASTASIA Tour Launch Party featuring Joy Franz (Dowager Empress), Bill Burns (Associate Choreographer), Sarah Hartmann (Associate Director), Edward Staudenmayer (Vlad), Tari Kelly (Countess Lily), Stephen Brower (Dmitry), Addison Mackynzie Valentino (u/s
Date:
10/25/2018
From: Exclusive Photos: ANASTASIA on Tour Celebrates Opening Night
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Grandmother [Replacement], Cinderella's Stepmother [Replacement], Jack's Mother (Understudy) [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Cinderella's Stepmother, Witch (Understudy)
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Old Globe Production (Pre-Broadway), 1986
Cinderella's Stepmother/Wolf
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1972
Catherine [Replacement], Catherine (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe) [Replacement]
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1968
Performer [Replacement]
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Videos
TV: The Journey Continues! ANASTASIA Cast Helps National Tour Company Hit the Road!
by TV - On the Road - 2018-09-27 13:03:45
TV: Janet McTeer, Liev Schreiber & the Cast of LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES Celebrate a Steamy Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2016-10-31 12:03:22
TV: First Look at LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES Broadway Revival!
by Ashlee Latimer - 2016-10-29 18:22:05
News
Joy Franz and David Sabella to Star in A PASSAGE TO INDIA Adaptation at ATA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
Doug DeVita's stage adaptation of E.M. Forster's A Passage to India will be presented at the American Theatre of Actors' Cullum Theatre for an invite-only industry audience, featuring Broadway veterans Joy Franz and David Sabella.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
Doug DeVita's stage adaptation of E.M. Forster's A Passage to India will be presented at the American Theatre of Actors' Cullum Theatre for an invite-only industry audience, featuring Broadway veterans Joy Franz and David Sabella.
Joy Franz And David Sabella Star in Reimagining Of E.M. Forster’s A PASSAGE TO INDIA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026
Joy Franz and David Sabella will lead an industry-only staging of A Passage to India at the American Theatre of Actors, in playwright Doug DeVita's adaptation of E.M. Forster's 1924 novel.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026
Joy Franz and David Sabella will lead an industry-only staging of A Passage to India at the American Theatre of Actors, in playwright Doug DeVita's adaptation of E.M. Forster's 1924 novel.
Renaissance Now Theatre & Film Brings Two NOW SPEAK Productions of Shakespeare in Rep To Chain Theatre in July
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2025
Renaissance Now Theatre & Film, led by Kathy Curtiss, specializes in freely adapting Shakespearean plays with additions of dialogue in contemporary prose. The company returns this summer with its third season of 'now speak' productions in New York, performing 'The Tempest' and 'Measure For Measure' in repertory July 2 to 5 at The Chain Theatre, 312 West 36th Street, 4th floor.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2025
Renaissance Now Theatre & Film, led by Kathy Curtiss, specializes in freely adapting Shakespearean plays with additions of dialogue in contemporary prose. The company returns this summer with its third season of 'now speak' productions in New York, performing 'The Tempest' and 'Measure For Measure' in repertory July 2 to 5 at The Chain Theatre, 312 West 36th Street, 4th floor.
Judy Kaye & Christine Andreas to Star in HIGH SPIRITS 60th Anniversary Concert In January
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024
54 Below will present High Spirits: The 60th Anniversary Concert of an Improbable Musical Comedy. Learn more about the concert and how to get tickets here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 1, 2024
54 Below will present High Spirits: The 60th Anniversary Concert of an Improbable Musical Comedy. Learn more about the concert and how to get tickets here!
Mark MacKillop to Present The Third Installment Of DUETS at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023
Chelsea Table + Stage will present Mark MacKillop in the third installment of 'DUETS' featuring Joy Franz, Julie James, and more on 12/11.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2023
Chelsea Table + Stage will present Mark MacKillop in the third installment of 'DUETS' featuring Joy Franz, Julie James, and more on 12/11.
HERE LIES LOVE SINGS THE SONGS OF J. OCONER, Linda Eder And More Next Week At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023
Next week at 54 Below, the cast of 'Here Lies Love' will be performing the songs of J. Oconer Navar. Don't miss this incredible musical experience!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023
Next week at 54 Below, the cast of 'Here Lies Love' will be performing the songs of J. Oconer Navar. Don't miss this incredible musical experience!
Norbert Leo Butz, Linda Eder, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023
Check out the lineup of incredible performances at 54 Below this month!
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023
Check out the lineup of incredible performances at 54 Below this month!
Photos: Playwright Doug Devita Celebrates The Release of FABLE At The Drama Book Shop and Sardi's
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2023
The Drama Book Shop served as host for a special celebration of the publishing of Doug DeVita’s latest play, FABLE, concerning the backstory that went on during the creation of arguably one of the most celebrated musicals of the golden age, GYPSY.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2023
The Drama Book Shop served as host for a special celebration of the publishing of Doug DeVita’s latest play, FABLE, concerning the backstory that went on during the creation of arguably one of the most celebrated musicals of the golden age, GYPSY.
Listen: James Lapine, Chip Zien and Danielle Ferland Kick Off GIANTS IN THE SKY Podcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023
The Broadway Podcast Network is launching new podcast, “Giants in the Sky: How Sondheim and Lapine Went Into the Woods” hosted by Ben Rimalower, makes its series debut. Listen now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023
The Broadway Podcast Network is launching new podcast, “Giants in the Sky: How Sondheim and Lapine Went Into the Woods” hosted by Ben Rimalower, makes its series debut. Listen now!
Review: No Headline Needed - PIPPIN: THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST REUNION CONCERT at 54 Below
by Bobby Patrick - Feb 9, 2023
To say that this was a one-of-a-kind event is an understatement.
by Bobby Patrick - Feb 9, 2023
To say that this was a one-of-a-kind event is an understatement.
Lorna Luft, PIPPIN 50th Anniversary Concert, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 4, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 4, 2023
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
See Jennifer Holliday, the Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN & More Next Month at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See February's lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!
Original Broadway Cast of PIPPIN To Reunite For 50th Anniversary Concert At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2023
Pippin: The 50th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert will stream live on February 7th at 7:00pm ET. In addition to the live- streamed option, there will also be four in-person performances on February 6th and 7th at 7:00pm and 9:30pm.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2023
Pippin: The 50th Anniversary Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert will stream live on February 7th at 7:00pm ET. In addition to the live- streamed option, there will also be four in-person performances on February 6th and 7th at 7:00pm and 9:30pm.
Listen: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE NYC SESSIONS – VOLUME THREE Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2022
Listen to Sondheim Unplugged: The NYC Sessions – Volume Three, the final installment of the monumental three-volume set dedicated to the oeuvre of iconic musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2022
Listen to Sondheim Unplugged: The NYC Sessions – Volume Three, the final installment of the monumental three-volume set dedicated to the oeuvre of iconic musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim.
Album Review: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED (The NYC Sessions) Volume Three One Heck Of A Rewarding Listen
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 18, 2022
SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED (The NYC Sessions) Volume Three well captured, produced, and released.
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 18, 2022
SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED (The NYC Sessions) Volume Three well captured, produced, and released.
Dates Added for PIPPIN 50th Anniversary Concert at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2022
54 BELOW will welcome the original Broadway cast of Pippin to celebrate the beloved musical’s 50th anniversary. Due to extreme popular demand, Pippin has added two performances on February 7 at 7pm & 9:30pm, in addition to its previously announced performances on February 6 at 7pm & 9:30pm, for a total of four shows.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2022
54 BELOW will welcome the original Broadway cast of Pippin to celebrate the beloved musical’s 50th anniversary. Due to extreme popular demand, Pippin has added two performances on February 7 at 7pm & 9:30pm, in addition to its previously announced performances on February 6 at 7pm & 9:30pm, for a total of four shows.
SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE NYC SESSIONS – VOLUME THREE to be Released in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2022
YELLOW SOUND LABEL will release Sondheim Unplugged: The NYC Sessions – Volume Three, the final installment of the monumental three-volume set dedicated to the oeuvre of iconic musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim. The third edition will be available on Friday, November 18 in streaming and digital formats, in addition to a 2-disc CD.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2022
YELLOW SOUND LABEL will release Sondheim Unplugged: The NYC Sessions – Volume Three, the final installment of the monumental three-volume set dedicated to the oeuvre of iconic musical theater composer Stephen Sondheim. The third edition will be available on Friday, November 18 in streaming and digital formats, in addition to a 2-disc CD.
SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED Celebrates 100th Performance And Says Goodbye To Phil Geoffrey Bond at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 16, 2022
Sondheim Unplugged will celebrate its 100th performances as series creator passes the torch to a new host.
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 16, 2022
Sondheim Unplugged will celebrate its 100th performances as series creator passes the torch to a new host.
Becky Ann Baker and Nikki M. James Will Lead Industry Reading of New Musical ASK, I WILL TELL.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2022
A private industry reading of Ask, I Will Tell, a new musical by Ben Diskant, will be presented in New York City on Thursday, June 23 at 3pm.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2022
A private industry reading of Ask, I Will Tell, a new musical by Ben Diskant, will be presented in New York City on Thursday, June 23 at 3pm.
BWW Review: FIREFLIES at Pioneer Theatre Company is Sweet, Simple, and Sometimes Sublime
by Tyler Hinton - Apr 2, 2022
FIREFLIES at Pioneer Theatre Company is a sweet, simple, and sometimes sublime drama about the twilight of life.
by Tyler Hinton - Apr 2, 2022
FIREFLIES at Pioneer Theatre Company is a sweet, simple, and sometimes sublime drama about the twilight of life.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Joy Franz been in?
Joy Franz has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Joy Franz been in?
Joy Franz has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Joy Franz's first West End show?
Joy Franz's first West End show was Company which opened in 1972
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