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Wallace appeared in the original Broadway casts of Aladdin (2014) and Something Rotten! (2015) as a member of the ensemble and understudy. In January 2017 she became an alternate Effie White in the West End production of Dreamgirls. Following the departure of Amber Riley from the production, Wallace took over the role, sharing with Karen Mav and Moya Angela. In 2017, she released a Christmas album called Soul Holiday. In 2019, she joined the original London cast of Waitress as Becky. In Summer 2021 she starred in the London Coliseum production of Hairspray as Motormouth Maybelle opposite Michael Ball. For this role she was nominated for the 2021 Black British Theatre Awards as Best Female Actor in a Musical.

In 2022, she played Ado Annie in Oklahoma! at the Young Vic, a performance which garnered her an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical.

Wallace is the singing voice of Ms. Johnston in Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey on Netflix.

In March 2024, Wallace entered the Celebrity Big Brother house to compete in the twenty-third series.

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Marisha Wallace STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2023
MISS ADELAIDE [Replacement]

[West End]
2023
MISS ADELAIDE [Replacement]

[West End]
2022
[Replacement]

[West End]
London Revival, 2021
Motormouth Maybelle

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2019
Becky

[West End]
West End Premiere Production, 2016
Effie White (Alternate) [Replacement]

Effie White (Alternate) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Ensemble

[US Tour]
1st National US Tour, 2012
Performer


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MY FAVORITE THINGS: THE RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN 80TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT Album Will Be Released Next Month


The 42-track live recording of My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert will be released on double CD and digital platforms worldwide on Friday, May 31 from Concord Theatricals Recordings.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


Join the much-anticipated return of AT THIS PERFORMANCE at The Green Room 42 on Monday, April 22, 2024. Experience an unforgettable night of Broadway magic.

Olivier Awards 2024: The Full List of Winners


The biggest stars of London theatre gathered today at the Royal Albert Hall for the Olivier Awards 2024, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. Find out about Sunset Boulevard and the night's other big winners!

BroadwayWorld's Olivier Awards 2024 Predictions


The 2024 Olivier Awards are fast approaching on April 14. Ahead of one of the most exciting nights in theatreland, our critics – Aliya Al-Hassan, Mica Blackwell, Alexander Cohen, Katie Kirkpatrick, Kat Mokrynski, Gary Naylor, Kerrie Nicholson, Matthew Paluch and Christiana Rose share their thoughts about who and what will triumph on the night, as well as who should twin each category.

Marisha Wallace and Sammy Rae & The Friends Added to KEW THE MUSIC 2024


Further support artists have been announced as part of Kew The Music 2024. The annual week-long festival of picnic concerts is set in the stunning UNESCO World Heritage site, Kew Gardens in south west London, and has become one of the fixtures in the London summer music calendar.

Alfie Boe Joins WITH ALL OUR HEARTS Gala Celebrating the NHS


Alfie Boe is joining the starry cast of With All Our Hearts, an exciting West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS. 

Video: Aaron Tveit Sings 'Younger Than Springtime' at R&H 80TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT


We feel 'Younger Than Springtime' after seeing Aaron Tveit sing the classic song from Oscar Hammerstein's South Pacific during the star-studded event, My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert, which is now available for on-demand streaming in North America through March 31.

Aimie Atkinson and Jo Foster Join Cast For West End Gala Celebrating the NHS


Further casting has been announced for With All Our Hearts, a West End Gala at the Adelphi Theatre that will celebrate over 75 years of the NHS. The performance is set for 9 April 2024.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 21, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Marisha Wallace Evicted From CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER


Marisha Wallace has left the Big Brother house. The Olivier Award-nominated West End star was the fifth contestant to be eliminated from the competition, just days before the season finale on Friday. Other contestants included Sharon Osbourne, Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, and more. Wallace has been seen in Guys & Dolls, Waitress, Oklahoma, and more.

Video: Watch Marisha Wallace Sing DREAMGIRLS on BIG BROTHER


You're gonna love her! In a throwback video from the first episode of Celebrity Big Brother, Marisha Wallace treated the live audience to her rendition of 'And I Am Telling You' from Dreamgirls.She starred as Effie White in the recent West End revival of the iconic musical. Watch the video and find out why she was nominated to be evicted this week.

Video: Watch Marisha Wallace's Reaction to Olivier Award Nomination on BIG BROTHER


Marisha Wallace faced two big nominations on Celebrity Big Brother. The Guys & Dolls alum was finally notified about her Olivier Award nomination for her performance as Miss Adelaide in the hit revival of the classic musical. Wallace was then tasked with sharing that she would nominate Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu for eviction. Watch videos from the episode!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 15, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Marisha Wallace Informed of Olivier Award Nomination on BIG BROTHER


Big Brother has reversed its decision and will now inform Marisha Wallace of her Olivier Award nomination. Originally, the Guys & Dolls star would not find out about her Olivier Award nomination until after she leaves the Big Brother house. However, the series has since reversed the decision and Wallace will now find out. Watch a video clip!

Marisha Wallace Won't Know About Olivier Nomination Until She Leaves BIG BROTHER


Marisha Wallace will not find out about her Olivier Award nomination for Guys & Dolls until after she leaves the Celebrity Big Brother house. While nominees like Sarah Jessica Parker and Nicole Scherzinger found out about their nods this morning, Wallace is completely shut out from the world until she is evicted or wins the game.

SUNSET BOULEVARD, PLAZA SUITE, and More Nominated For Olivier Awards; Full List!


The nominations are in for this year's Olivier Awards! Among those nominated are Sunset Boulevard, Plaza Suite, The National Theatre, and many more. Check out the full list of nominations here!

Review: GUYS & DOLLS, Bridge Theatre


The challenge of updating theatrical classics has led to some truly stunning theatre, such as the sell-out Cabaret and last year’s darkly stark OKLAHOMA! Frank Loesser’s 1950 musical comedy about sin and romantic salvation during the height of Prohibition was ripe for an update and Nicholas Hytner’s immersive production of Guys & Dolls has been thrilling critics and audiences alike since it opened last year.

Video: Audra McDonald Sings 'Climb Ev'ry Mountain' at MY FAVORITE THINGS


More than 10 years since The Sound of Music Live! premiered on television, Audra McDonald reprises her stunning rendition of 'Climb Ev’ry Mountain' for My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert. Watch a video clip here!

Video: Aaron Tveit Sings 'Ten Minutes Ago' at THE RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN 80TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT


We want to ring out the bells after seeing Aaron Tveit sing 'Ten Minutes Ago' during the star-studded event, My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert, which will be available for on-demand streaming in North America from March 24 - 31. Watch a video clip here!

Marisha Wallace Joins CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER Return in the U.K.


After wrapping up her run as Miss Adelaide in the immersive U.K. production of Guys & Dolls on February 24, Broadway and West End star Marisha Wallace has officially entered the Big Brother house for the long-awaited return of Celebrity Big Brother.

Marisha Wallace FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marisha Wallace been in?

Marisha Wallace has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Marisha Wallace been in?

Marisha Wallace has appeared on London's West End in 7 shows.

What was Marisha Wallace's first West End show?

Marisha Wallace's first West End show was Dreamgirls which opened in 2016

What is Marisha Wallace next theatre project?

Marisha Wallace's next show will be Guys & Dolls - Standing & Stage Area which opens on 3/14/2023 on West End.

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