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Lena Hall

Also Credited As: Celina Carvajal

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BIO

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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STAGE CREDITS

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

[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 (Albania)

(Alternate)

Yitzhak


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014


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

[Replacement]

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

TV Shows

Snowpiercer
Miss Audrey
Snowpiercer
[ 2020-2024 ] Miss AudreySayori
Sausage Party: Foodtopia

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

Videos

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!
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season Finale Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from the season finale of “Your Friends & Neighbors,” starring and executive produced by Jon Hamm. In the episode, Coop fights for his freedom. Watch the clip!
Will Michael Mayer-Directed CHESS Open On Broadway In Fall 2025?
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2025

The long-rumored Broadway revival of Chess is officially moving forward. A series of newly released Equity casting notices confirm that the cult-favorite musical will return to Broadway in Fall 2025 in a production directed by Tony Award-winner, Michael Mayer (Funny Girl, Spring Awakening).
Lena Hall, Caissie Levy, & More Broadway Stars Join SUB/LIMINAL Series
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2025

Tony Award-winners Lena Hall, Kecia Lewis, Patrick Page, and John Rubinstein, along with Caissie Levy and Joseph Cross, are all set to appear in the six-episode series Sub/liminal.
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Episode 8 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode eight of Your Friends & Neighbors, starring Jon Hamm. In the episode, Coop tries to get back what he’s lost. Mel and Sam clash. Coop, Nick, and Barney have a boys’ night. Watch the clip!
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Episode 7 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - May 12, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode seven of “Your Friends & Neighbors,” starring and executive produced by Jon Hamm. In the episode, Detective Lin makes a discovery at the crime scene, Coop plays hardball with Kat, and Chivo puts Elena in a tough spot. Watch the clip now!
Video: Apple TV+ Shares YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Episode 6 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode six of “Your Friends & Neighbors,” starring and executive produced by Jon Hamm. In the episode, Coop sets off on a college tour with Mel and their kids while Elena attempts to get ahold of him. Watch the clip!
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Episode 5 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 28, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode five of “Your Friends & Neighbors,” starring and executive produced by Jon Hamm. The fifth episode will premiere globally on Friday, May 2. Watch the clip now!
Listen: Lena Hall's SONGS FROM YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has released the new EP from Tony Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Lena Hall, Songs from Your Friends & Neighbors. Listen here!
Ethan Coen Comedy HONEY DON'T! Sets Summer Release
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 24, 2025

Honey, Don't, the forthcoming film from director Ethan Coen, has set a summer release date of August 22, following its world premiere at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. 
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Episode 4 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode four of Your Friends & Neighbors, starring and executive-produced by Jon Hamm. In the episode, an unlikely alliance begins, and Nick throws Mel a surprise birthday party, where she connects with Coo. Watch the clip!
Videos You Missed This Week: DEAD OUTLAW, SMASH and More
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 18, 2025

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season is very much underway. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending April 18, 2025 with videos from Dead Outlaw, Smash, and more!
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Episode 3 Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025

Apple TV+ has shared a sneak peek clip from episode three of Your Friends & Neighbors, starring and executive produced by Jon Hamm. The episode will premiere globally on Friday, April 18. Watch the clip!
Videos You Missed This Week: BOOP!, SMASH and More
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 11, 2025

Catch up on all the latest from the week ending April 11, 2025 with videos from Smash, Boop! The Musical, and more!
Exclusive: Inside Lena Hall's Live Vocals and Guitar in YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 11, 2025

In an exclusive interview, Lena Hall talked about starring in the new series Your Friends and Neighbors, recording live vocals and guitar, her new album, working with Ramin Karimloo, and more. Watch it now!

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?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

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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