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Joy Woods most recently starred as Middle Allie in The Notebook on Broadway. Woods originated the role at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and received The Joseph Jefferson Award for Performer in a Supporting Role – Musical for her performance. Previously, Woods made her Broadway debut as Catherine Parr in Six: The Musical. In 2023, Woods starred as Martha Mills in the Off-Broadway revival of I Can Get it For You Wholesale. The production won the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Outstanding Revival of a Musical. Woods made her Off-Broadway debut in 2019, originating the role of Chiffon in the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors. She then returned to the show in 2023 as Audrey. Woods resides in New York and graduated from the AMDA College of the Performing Arts.



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STAGE CREDITS

Gypsy Gypsy
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Louise
The Notebook The Notebook
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Middle Allie
I Can Get It For You Wholesale I Can Get It For You Wholesale
[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2023
Martha Mills
Six Six
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Catherine Parr [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Little Shop of Horrors Little Shop of Horrors
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Chiffon
Audrey [Replacement]
Chiffon
Audrey [Replacement]
Mack and Mabel Mack and Mabel
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival, 2020
Ensemble

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2025 - DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE

Joy Woods, Gypsy

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Joy Woods, Gypsy

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2025

Following her one week run earlier this month during Audra McDonald’s vacation, Tony Award nominee Montego Glover will return to star as “Rose” in GYPSY during Sunday matinee performances. Learn more!
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Video: Montego Glover Takes Her First Bow as 'Mama Rose' in GYPSY
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2025

Tonight, Tony Award nominee Montego Glover began her star turn as “Rose” in the critically acclaimed production of GYPSY. Go inside the Majestic Theater in new video from the production as the Tony Award-winner takes her first curtain call in the iconic role.
Photos: Montego Glover Steps In as 'Mama Rose' in GYPSY Photo
Photos: Montego Glover Steps In as 'Mama Rose' in GYPSY
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 30, 2025

Tony Award nominee Montego Glover (Memphis, Into the Woods) begins her star turn as “Rose” in six-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe’s critically acclaimed production of GYPSY. Check out a first look at Glover as Rose here!
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by Sidney Paterra - Jun 20, 2025

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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 19, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
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Video: Broadway Stars on What Pride Means to Them " Jak Malone, Joy Woods, Jamie Lloyd & More
by Joey Mervis - Jun 18, 2025

Watch a video of Joy Woods, Tom Francis, Gracie Lawrence, Jamie Lloyd, and Jak Malone discussing what Pride means to them. See the stars of Sunset Boulevard, Gypsy, Just In Time, and Operation Mincemeat open up about the LGBTQIA+ community.
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by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse will present “Pasek & Paul: Waving Through Westport,” a fundraising concert with Oscar, Grammy, Tony, Emmy, and Olivier award-winning songwriters and producers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.
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Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  June 18, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
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Video: Joy Woods & Darren Criss Duet on 'Suddenly, Seymour'
by Michael Major - Jun 17, 2025

Watch Joy Woods and Darren Criss rock out to 'Suddenly, Seymour' from Little Shop of Horrors during the Maybe Happy Endings star's recent concert! See the video now.
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Broadway's biggest night is always a celebration of talent, triumph, and tenacity, but on the 2025 Tony Awards red carpet, fashion took center stage with a showstopping display of individuality, artistry, and unapologetic flair. Check out photos of the most unforgettable looks of the night.
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Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
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Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
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by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025

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Just yesterday, Black Women on Broadway (BWOB) held its fourth annual awards celebration honoring three exceptional women - LaTanya Richardson Jackson, LaChanze, and Khaila Wilcoxon. Check out photos here!
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by Team BWW - May 27, 2025

La nominada al Tony, Montego Glover, protagonizará como “Rose” la reposición de Gypsy en Broadway durante una semana este verano, durante las vacaciones de Audra McDonald. ¡Más información aquí!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joy Woods been in?

Joy Woods has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Joy Woods been in?

Joy Woods has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Joy Woods been nominated for?

DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Gypsy and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Gypsy.

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