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BIO

Kerry Ellis has fast become recognised as the leading lady of West End musicals from her starring roles in London and on Broadway. She has also achieved chart-topping success as a recording artist signed to Universal Decca with her debut album Anthems.


Kerry originated the role of Meat, in Queen's We Will Rock You and was the first British Elphaba in the West End smash, Wicked, for which Kerry won the 2008 Whatsonstage.com Award for 'Best Takeover in a Role'. She then immediately transferred to Broadway and played Elphaba at the Gershwin Theater for 6 months, where she won the Broadway.com Audience Award for Favourite Female Breakthrough Performance, before returning to London for 6 months in 2009. Her many other leading role credits include Nancy in Oliver! at Drury lane, Eliza Doolittle My Fair Lady, Ellen in Miss Saigon and Fantine in Les Miserables.

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2025
Cruella de Vil ()

[West End]
London Production, 2022
Reno Sweeney


[West End]
Original London Production, 2021
Elphaba [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
West End Premiere, 2016
Sara


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Elphaba [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
Original London Production, 2002
Meat


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News


Benny Andersson & Björn Ulvaeus Are Making a Broadway Comeback
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 14, 2025

Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus have already made a major mark on Broadway, and 2025 is bound to be a milestone year as the biggest musicals that feature their work, Mamma Mia! and Chess, will be running at the same time. Let's learn more about both...
CHESS Returns to Broadway: Everything You Need to Know About the Iconic Musical
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 1, 2025

It's been over three decades since a fully performed production of Chess has been seen on a Broadway stage. While many of its songs have become beloved standards, the show's plot remains largely unknown to today's audiences. With months until performances begin, study up on everything you need to know about Chess. 
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele und Nicholas Christopher werden CHESS am Broadway anführen " Promo-Video ansehen
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2025

Tony-Award-Gewinner Aaron Tveit (Moulin Rouge), Emmy-Award-Nominierte Lea Michele (Funny Girl) und Nicholas Christopher (Sweeney Todd) werden die allererste Broadway-Wiederaufnahme von CHESS anführen. Hier findest du alle Details zur Produktion.
아론 í"이í, 레아 미셸 & 니콜라스 í리스íí가 브로"웨이 ®지컬 CHESS를 이끕니다 " í보 영상 보기
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2025

토니상 수상자 아론 트바이트(Moulin Rouge), 에미상 후보 레아 미셸(Funny Girl) 그리고 니콜라스 크리스토퍼(Sweeney Todd)가 최초의 브로드웨이 리바이벌 CHESS를 이끕니다. 여기에서 제작에 관한 모든 세부 정보를 확인하세요!
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele y Nicholas Christopher protagonizarán CHESS en Broadway: mira el video promocional
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2025

El ganador del Tony Aaron Tveit (Moulin Rouge), la nominada al Emmy Lea Michele (Funny Girl) y Nicholas Christopher (Sweeney Todd) encabezarán el primer revival de Broadway de CHESS. Aquí encontrarás todos los detalles de la producción.
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Will Lead CHESS on Broadway- Watch Promo Video
by Nicole Rosky - May 28, 2025

Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit (Moulin Rouge), Emmy Award nominee Lea Michele (Funny Girl) and Nicholas Christopher (Sweeney Todd) will lead the first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS. We have all of the details on the production here, plus watch a promo video!
Amelia Dimoldenberg Joins THIS DOESN’T LEAVE THE ROOM as Part of Underbelly Boulevard Soho Programme
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025

Underbelly Boulevard Soho has announced their upcoming programme for Spring/Summer 2025. With the recently announced extension of Pop Off, Michelangelo! the upcoming shows are a celebration of comedy, cabaret, magic and theatre.
Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman, and Rachel Tucker Will Perform in GRAVITY at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025

For one performance at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane, these musical theatre icons unite for GRAVITY – a spectacular celebration of the roles that defined them, the songs that shaped them and the journey that made them stars.
Cassidy Janson Will Perform Live at the Vaudeville Theatre as Part of the Westway Sessions
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Westway Music has announced further details of Cassidy Janson's concert, the second of the Westway Sessions, a series of Monday night concerts with leading stars of the West End and Broadway at the Vaudeville Theatre.
Video: Kerry Ellis Receives Standing Ovation at IF/THEN
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025

Monday 17th February is the final performance of the staged concert production of If/Then starring Kerry Ellis. Ahead of the production's final show, check out footage of Kerry Ellis performing 'Always Starting Over' and receiving a standing ovation.
Photos: Kerry Ellis, Adam Garcia and More in IF/THEN UK Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of the staged concert production of If/Then starring Kerry Ellis, which will now have another show on Monday 17th February.
Idina Menzel on Stage- From RENT to WICKED and More
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2025

Idina Menzel has returned to Broadway in Redwood, now playing at the Nederlander Theatre! Menzel famously got her start in Rent on Broadway, and has gone on to star in iconic productions including Wicked, Hair, Aida, The Wild Party, and more.
Interview: 'We're Throwing Everything At It': Kerry Ellis on IF/THEN in Concert at the Savoy Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - Feb 5, 2025

After premiering on Broadway over a decade ago in 2014, IF/THEN will be arriving on the West End as a two-night-only concert production at the Savoy Theatre. The musical stars Kerry Ellis as Elizabeth, a 38-year-old woman whose life splits into two paths after making a choice. The concert’s cast also features Adam Garcia, David Hunter, Preeya Kalidas, John-Owen Jones, Jenny Fitzpatrick, Tim Howard, Carl Man and Joni Ayton-Kent.
Review: Kerry Ellis Takes Over 54 Below
by Sharon Ellman - Feb 2, 2025

This reviewer was completely in awe of those vocals and looks forward to seeing the overwhelmingly shining star that is Kerry Ellis again soon on the stage of 54 Below in New York City.
See Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis & More in February at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.
IF/THEN Adds Second Performance; John Owen-Jones Joins the Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

A second performance has been added for the staged concert production of If/Then starring Kerry Ellis, which will now take place on Monday 17th February.
See Tony Yazbeck, Kerry Ellis & More Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tony Yazbeck, Kerry Ellis and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Listen: 'Always Starting Over' From IF/THEN Starring Kerry Ellis
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

Fans can now get a first listen to the UK premiere of IF/THEN by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, with the release of 'Always Starting Over' on streaming platforms including Spotify and Apple Music. 
Adam Garcia Joins IF/THEN UK Premiere Starring Kerry Ellis
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

Adam Garcia has joined the cast of the UK Premiere of IF/THEN, the musical by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning creators Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey. He joins the previously announced Kerry Ellis and David Hunter.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 30, 2024
by - Dec 30, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kerry Ellis been in?

Kerry Ellis has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Kerry Ellis been in?

Kerry Ellis has appeared on London's West End in 6 shows.

What was Kerry Ellis's first West End show?

Kerry Ellis's first West End show was We Will Rock You which opened in 2002

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