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Also Credited As: Celina Carvajal

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Born and raised in San Francisco, Lena Hall traveled the world performing and received her first big break singing for St. John Paul II at Candlestick Stadium for over 50,000 people at the young age of 7. Hall was a member of the Young People's Teen Musical Theatre Company in San Francisco and at the age of 17, joined the national tour of Cats. When not on the Broadway stage, Lena performs with her band The Deafening



Previous Broadway and Off-Broadway roles include starring as Yitzhak in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, a role for which she won a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical. She appeared as Sloane in the New York Premiere of Jim Steinman's Bat Out of Hell and as Nicola in the Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots (original cast), starred in the award-winning The Toxic Avenger at New World Stages, Disney's Tarzan (original cast), Dracula (original cast), 42nd Street (Anytime Annie), Cats (Demeter), Bedbugs (NYMF) and Green Eyes (Fringe). Film and TV roles include Young Miranda in the Sex and the City film, The Stepford Wives, The Graduates, "All My Children," and "Legally Blonde, the Search for the Next Elle Woods."

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Lena Hall STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Audrey [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
NY City Center Production, 2019
Sloane

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Original Off-Broadway Production, 2017
Pip

[US Tour]
Broadway National Tour, 0
Hedwig (Alternate)

Yitzhak

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Yitzhak

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Nicola [Replacement]


Lena Hall Movies

The Graduates
[ 2008 ] Inga Celina Carvajal
Sex and the City
[ 2008 ] Twenty-Something Girl #4 Celina Carvajal
Born from the Foot
[ 2009 ] Barney Celina Carvajal
The Big Gay Musical
[ 2009 ] Wife, Eve Celina Carvajal
Becks
[ 2017 ] Becks

Lena Hall TV Shows

Snowpiercer
Miss Audrey

Lena Hall Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award

Lena Hall, Hedwig and the Angry Inch


winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Lena Hall, Hedwig and the Angry Inch

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HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL National Tour Reunion & More at 54 Below Next Month

54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond in September. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Lea DeLaria's BRUNCH IS GAY Is Becoming an Institution at 54 Below

Ever since May, Lea DeLaria (Orange Is the New Black), has been hosting a brand new monthly brunch series at 54 Below. At each edition of Brunch Is Gay, DeLaria brings out a new stellar guest and sings a completely new setlist. August 11th's show will feature Tony winner Gabriel Ebert and center around the music of Cole Porter.
Derek Klena, Jenn Colella & More to Star in Tom Kitt's THE TRUNK SONGS at 54 Below

54 BELOW will welcome back Tony, Grammy, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize winning composer Tom Kitt. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Go Inside Bay Street Theater's 32nd Annual Benefit Gala MAYBE THEY'RE MAGIC...!

On Saturday, July 6, Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts hosted their annual EPIC full-blown gala extravaganza with special twists and exciting surprises, honoring show stopper Neil Patrick Harris, star of stage and screen (+food!) David Burtka, and East End community treasure Dr. Georgette Grier-Key. See photos here!
Photos: Inside The Bay Street Gala: 2024, Hosted by Marc Kudisch!

The 32nd Annual Bay Street Theater Summer Gala was a night to remember. See photos.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" June 24 to June 30, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week, including an If/Then reunion and plenty of shows celebrating Pride.
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" June 17 to June 23, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week with Lena Hall, Linda Eder, Christine Andreas, pride shows and plenty of jazz.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the Drama Desk Awards

Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Shoshana Bean, Corbin Bleu & More Join 2024 Drama Desk Awards as Presenters

Additional presenters have been revealed for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards, taking place on Monday, June 10 beginning at 6:15PM at NYU Skirball Center. Learn more about the awards.
Laura Benanti, Matthew Broderick, Montego Glover, and More Will Present at the 2024 Drama Desk Awards

The Drama Desk Awards are under a week away, and the presenters for the big night have now been revealed! Learn more about who is presenting here!
Natalie Joy Johnson Joins NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub

Natalie Joy Johnson joins the cast of NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub on June 3. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Graham, Henson, Zuraitis, and More to Headline NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub

The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre, will play at Joe's Pub on Monday, June 3.
Justin Vivian Bond to be Honored With Judy Icon Award From NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS

The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will honor Mx Justin Vivian. Learn more.
Lena Hall, Gabby Beans, Talia Ryder, and More Join Ethan Coen Comedy HONEY DON'T!

Ethan Coen's new comedy is set to feature a strong ensemble, with several Broadway alums. According to Deadline, Jacnier, Gabby Beans, Talia Ryder, Lena Hall, and more will appear in Honey Don't, the upcoming comedy from Ethan Coen. These actors join the previously announced Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza and Chris Evans, who will lead the film.
12th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS to Take Place at Joe's Pub in June

The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will be performed at Joe’s Pub. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
Houston Symphony Reveals 24-25 Season Featuring Jessica Vosk, Pink Martini & More

The Houston Symphony has revealed its 2024−25 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Lena Hall to Present THE SHOW GOES ON in Philadelphia, New York City & More

Tony winner and Grammy nominee Lena Hall will bring her latest one-woman show, THE SHOW GOES ON, to various cities starting in Philadelphia, PA! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE LIFE AND SLIMES OF MARC SUMMERS

Television host Marc Summers brings his interactive solo show, The Life And Slimes Of Marc Summers, to New World Stages. The production officially opened last night. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
Video: Broadway's Biggest Stars Sing the National Anthem

BroadwayWorld is celebrating all of the Broadway performers who have sang the National Anthem at major sporting events in the past, including Idina Menzel's performance at Super Bowl XLIX. Which version is your favorite? Watch all the videos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 30, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 30, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Lena Hall FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lena Hall been in?

Lena Hall has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Lena Hall been in?

Lena Hall has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lena Hall been nominated for?

Lena Hall has been nominated for the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for her role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch. She was also nominated for the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for the same show.

What awards has Lena Hall won?

Lena Hall won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for her role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

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