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BIO

Mandy Gonzalez is an accomplished film, TV, stage actor, and author. She possesses one of the most powerful and versatile contemporary voices of our time.


Her first Broadway role was in Aida and has since gone on to originate the role of ‘Nina Rosario’ in the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, In The Heights, for which she received a Drama Desk Award. She is also among the Broadway greats who have taken on the role of ‘Elphaba’ in Wicked and most recently she starred in the megahit Hamilton as ‘Angelica Schuyler’ for six years.
Along with being a stage actor, Gonzalez has been featured in television and movie roles including “The Good Wife,” “Madam Secretary,” Across the Universe, “Quantico,” and “Only Murders in the Building.” A frequent concert soloist, Gonzalez has performed with symphony orchestras around the world. Highlights include Carnegie Hall with The New York Pops, Boston Pops, Philly Pops, the National Symphony Orchestra, Houston Symphony, and Atlanta Pops to name a few.
Gonzalez released her debut album FEARLESS in 2017, which debuted in the Top 20 of iTunes pop charts. In her quest to create positive change, Gonzalez is the proud founder of #FearlessSquad – a social media movement for inclusiveness and positivity. She is also an accomplished author who recently published her young adult series, FEARLESS – a four-book middle-grade series that follows young thespians whose brushes with the supernatural teach them about theater, friendship, and themselves.
Gonzalez is deeply committed to advocating for underserved communities and schools. She serves on the boards of BCRF (Breast Cancer Research Foundation) and BC/EFA (Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS), where she actively promotes awareness and fundraising efforts.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Norma Desmond (Alternate)

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
50th anniversary of the release of the groundbreaking original album of Tommy, 2019
Mrs. Walker

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Angelica Schuyler [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2008
Nina

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2007
Nina

Nina

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Performer

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

[New York]
Workshop, 2003
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 2002
Sarah

[New York]
Workshop, 2002
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2001
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Amneris [Replacement]

Ensemble [Replacement]

Amneris (Standby) [Replacement]

Movies

Across the Universe
[ 2007 ] Sadie's Singer
Man on a Ledge
[ 2012 ] Manager
After
[ 2014 ] Molly Valentino
Can't Take It Back
[ 2017 ] Jane Shaw
Better Nate Than Ever
[ 2022 ] Mrs. Wadsworth

TV Shows

Bull
Patricia Arias, Patricia Ariaz
Madam Secretary
Lucy Knox
Alice's Wonderland Bakery
[ 2022-2024 ] Mother Rose

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Ensemble Performances

Mandy Gonzalez, he Heights


winner
Obie Awards - 2001 - Performance

Mandy Gonzalez, Eli's Comin'

Videos

News


Ana Gasteyer, Andrew Rannells, And More Join BROADWAY & VINE 2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2025

Broadway and Vine, will kick off its 2025 season on June 20, with Olivier® Award Nominee Julian Ovenden (TV: Bridgerton, Downton Abbey, Broadway/West End: South Pacific, Company, Merrily We Roll Along, Butley) in concert at Francis Ford Coppola’s historic Inglenook Estate.
Photos: IN THE HEIGHTS Broadway Cast Recording Certified Gold At United Palace Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2025

On Monday night Ghostlight Records and Warner Music Group celebrated the Original Broadway Cast Recording of In the Heights being certified Gold. Check out photos from the celebration.
Video: Mandy Gonzalez Reflects on Career in HOUSE SEATS Concert Interview
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2025

ALL ARTS recently debuted House Seats, Mandy Gonzalez's concert featuring a selection of Broadway hits, pop classics, and original songs. Watch an interview with Gonzalez about the concert, which sees the performer reflect on her expansive career.
Video: IN THE HEIGHTS Stars Mandy Gonzalez and Chris Jackson Come 'Home' At United Palace Screening
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2025

Fans and neighbors filled the historic United Palace last night for a celebration of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s In the Heights, part of Miranda’s ongoing film and performance series designed to give back to his hometown community. Check out a video from inside the theatre as a special performance brings the evening to a joyous close.
Interview: Conductor Keith Lockhart Talks His 30th Year With BOSTON POPS
by R. Scott Reedy - May 5, 2025

The Boston Pops will once again turn to the music and stars of Broadway when the orchestra opens its 139th spring season at  Symphony Hall on May 8 with Emmy, Grammy, and Tony Award-winner Cynthia Erivo (“The Color Purple”) as special guest.
Video: Mandy Gonzalez Sings IN THE HEIGHTS, HAMILTON, & More in ALL ARTS Concert
by Josh Sharpe - May 5, 2025

ALL ARTS recently debuted House Seats: Mandy Gonzalez in Concert, a new concert film featuring the star performing a selection of Broadway hits, including “Satisfied” (Hamilton), 'Breathe' (In the Heights) and more.
What is the History of Mexican Performers on Broadway?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 4, 2025

The terrific new musical Real Women Have Curves brings the story of a Mexican family to Broadway. Ana is a first-generation Mexican-American who dreams of becoming a journalist and must navigate being the only one with American citizenship in her family as she finds her own way in the world. Artists from Mexico have brought great and important work to the Broadway stage over the years.
Photos: TOM KITT & FRIENDS Keeps The Hits Coming at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - May 2, 2025

The Sophomore concert in the series rose to the occasion set by the opening night.
Exclusive: Watch a Clip of Mandy Gonzalez Performing IN THE HEIGHTS From New Concert
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2025

BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip from ALL ARTS' House Seats: Mandy Gonzalez in Concert, which premieres tonight on PBS as part of the Broadway and Beyond programming. Watch the clip!
Review: TOM KITT & FRIENDS Electrifies in Night One of 54 Below Concert Series
by Maya Gengozian - May 1, 2025

Tom Kitt kicked off his sold-out residency at 54 Below on Tuesday night in TOM KITT & FRIENDS, a four-night concert series of the Tony-, Grammy-, Emmy-, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer’s work from Next to Normal to Almost Famous and beyond.
Photos: TOM KITT & FRIENDS Kicks Off First Night at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 30, 2025

The first of four concerts was an electrifying SRO launch.
Spotlight: TOM KITT & FRIENDS at 54 Below
by BWW Special Offer - Apr 24, 2025

Tom Kitt & Broadway's best gather for 4 concerts at 54 Below
Phillipa Soo, Christopher Jackson & More Will Honor Lin-Manuel Miranda at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2025

The Town Hall just announced an expanding roster of legendary artists for its inaugural Spring Shout benefit concert honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda, taking place Monday, May 19. We have the full lineup here!
Mandy Gonzalez in Concert, BROADWAY SANDWICH & More Lead ALL ARTS’ Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2025

ALL ARTS will premiere a new slate of original programming throughout May and June as part of Broadway and Beyond, including Mandy Gonzalez in Concert and the return of the fan-favorite series Broadway Sandwich.
Interview: Tom Kitt Celebrates His Career In TOM KITT AND FRIENDS at 54 Below
by Maya Gengozian - Apr 15, 2025

Tony-, Grammy-, Emmy-, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Tom Kitt is returning to 54 Below for a star-studded concert series. In celebration of turning 50 this year, Kitt is taking audiences on a journey through his career - past and future.
A Month After Her Norma Desmond Debut, Rashidra Scott Is Still Grateful
by Caitlin Hornik - Apr 10, 2025

In the same season that Audra McDonald is tackling the behemoth of Rose in “Gypsy;” that Adrienne Warren is Broadway’s first-ever Cathy in “The Last Five Years;” that Lencia Kebede is the first Black woman to play Elphaba full-time in “Wicked” — Rashidra Scott is making history of her own.
Mandy Gonzalez and More Set for in BSO 2025"26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025

The Boston Symphony Orchestra has unveiled its 2025–26 season running from September 17, 2025, through May 3, 2026. Learn more about the season programming here!
Mandy Gonzalez Reveals Remaining Performances as 'Norma' in SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025

Mandy Gonzalez has revealed her performance schedule for her final dates as Norma in Sunset Boulevard on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
IN THE HEIGHTS and WARRIORS Cast Members to Honor Lin-Manuel Miranda at The Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2025

The Town Hall has revealed a cast of Broadway performers for The Town Hall Spring Shout: A Benefit Concert Honoring Lin-Manuel Miranda. Learn more and see how to attend.
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Mandy Gonzalez been in?

Mandy Gonzalez has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Mandy Gonzalez been in?

Mandy Gonzalez has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Mandy Gonzalez been nominated for?

Outstanding Ensemble Performances (Drama Desk Awards) for he Heights and Performance (Obie Awards) for Eli's Comin'.

What awards has Mandy Gonzalez won?

Mandy Gonzalez has won the Outstanding Ensemble Performances at the Drama Desk Awards for In the Heights and the Performance Award at the Obie Awards for Eli's Comin'.

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