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BIO

Marla Mindelle is an actress, writer and composer. She won the 2023 Lucille Lortel Award for Best Performer in a musical for her portrayal of Céline Dion in the hit Off-Broadway musical, Titanique. As a co-writer, Titanique also won the Lucille Lortel for Best Off-Broadway Musical. She has received an Outer Circle Critics Nomination for her portrayal of Sister Mary Robert in the original cast of Sister Act on Broadway. She has also appeared as Stepsister Gabrielle in the original Broadway company of Cinderella. Other credits include South Pacific (Broadway) and The Drowsy Chaperone (Kitty, First National Tour). You can see her as resident bitch, Olivia, in the Emmy-nominated series, Special on Netflix. She has sold multiple movie and television projects in Los Angeles with her writing partner, Jonathan Parks-Ramage.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
Stacey


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Return Engagement, 2022
Celine Dion


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Return Production, 2022


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Gabrielle


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Sister Mary Robert


[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2008
Ensign Cora MacRae [Replacement]

Ensemble [Replacement]

Ensign Cora MacRae [Replacement]

Ensemble [Replacement]

[Philadelphia, PA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2006
Mafalda


Writing

Book
Music & Lyrics

Movies

Are You Joking?
[ 2014 ] Tondra
The Nomads
[ 2019 ] Kate

TV Shows

Special
Olivia

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Marla Mindelle , The Big Gay Jamboree

Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lyrics

Marla Mindelle , The Big Gay Jamboree

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical

Marla Mindelle, The Big Gay Jamboree

Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Marla Mindelle, Titanique

Drama League Awards - 2023 - Distinguished Performance Award

Marla Mindelle, Titanique

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Marla MindelleTitanique

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical

Marla Mindelle, Titanique


winner
The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical

Marla Mindelle, Titanique

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Marla Mindelle, Sister Act

Videos

News


Review: TITANIQUE at Lido 2
by Patrick Honoré - Jun 27, 2025

Whether you’re a film buff, a Dion stan, or just craving a night of pure fun, this off-Broadway transplant will have you laughing, crying, and belting out “My Heart Will Go On” long after the curtain falls.
Astrid Harris and Jenny O'Leary Join TITANIQUE in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 26, 2025

New cast members are joining the Olivier Award Winning West End musical Titanique beginning next month. Learn more about the next cast and the production here!
Porchlight Music Theatre's TITANIQUE Now In Final Three Weeks
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025

Broadway In Chicago and Porchlight Music Theatre have announced that the Chicago engagement of TITANIQUE, the award-winning musical comedy inspired by Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, will conclude its 16-week run on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN and CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Lead 2025 Dorian Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025

John Proctor is the Villain and Cats: The Jellicle Ball received top honors in the group's third annual Dorian Theater Awards.
2025 Drama Desk Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2025

Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess hosted the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards at NYU Skirball. Check out the full list of winners from the big night here!
TITANIQUE and More Announced for 92NY Celebrates Pride 2025
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025

92NY celebrates Pride with new events in June and free archived talks featuring The L Word's Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey celebrating their new memoir So Gay For You on June 3 and a farewell celebration with Titanique's cast and creators on June 9.
DEATH BECOMES HER & CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Lead Dorian Theater Award Nominations
by Joshua Wright - May 14, 2025

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has revealed the nominations for its third annual Dorian Theater Awards, honoring outstanding achievements across Broadway and Off-Broadway during the 2024-2025 season. Modeled after the group’s acclaimed Dorian Awards for film and television, the theater honors recognize both mainstream productions and those with LGBTQ+ themes or creators.
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2025

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Check out the full list here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 8, 2025
by - May 8, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Marla Mindelle & Constantine Rousouli to Return to TITANIQUE For Final Weeks
by Michael Major - May 7, 2025

Titanique creators Marla Mindelle and Constantine Rousouli will return to the Off-Broadway musical for its final two weeks Off-Broadway. The newly-minted Olivier Award winners co-wrote the musical with Tye Blue.
Photos: Inside the the 2025 Lucille Lortel Awards
by Jennifer Broski - May 5, 2025

The 2025 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed in 16 categories, with three honorary awards also bestowed. Big winners included Here There Are Blueberries, Three Houses, Vanya, and more. Check out photso from the red carpet here!
2025 Lucille Lortel Awards- Full Winners List
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2025

The 40th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards – the only New York theatre award to exclusively honor Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway – are being presented tonight, Sunday, May 4, 2025, at NYU Skirball. Check out live updates from the ceremony here!
TITANIQUE Will Add New Cast Members at the Criterion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025

New cast members have been announced to join the Olivier Award Winning West End musical Titanique beginning next month. Learn more about the new cast and how to get tickets here!
2025 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 30, 2025

Nominations for the 69th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced. This year’s awards, hosted by Debra Messing and Tituss Burgess, will be held on Sunday, June 1 at 6:15pm at NYU Skirball  Check out the full list here!
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2025

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the nominees for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. We have the full list of nominees here!
25 Best Restaurants in the Theatre District
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 13, 2025

Who knows better about where to eat in the theatre district than the people who hang out the most in the theatre district? We've asked the experts- BroadwayWorld readers/avid theatregoers to weigh in on which restaurants are their favorites to grab a bite before or after a Broadway show. The results are in...
TITANIQUE to Play Final Performance Off-Broadway Mid-June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025

After eight extensions, the Lortel Award-winning Best Musical Titanique – the irresistibly funny and irreverent send-up of the blockbuster film Titanic driven by the songs of pop icon Céline Dion – will play its final performance Off-Broadway. Learn more!
Olivier Awards 2025- All the Winners!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 6, 2025

The Olivier Awards 2025 were held at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Beverley Knight and Billy Porter. We have the full list of winners here!
Review: TITANIQUE Presented by Porchlight Music Theatre And Broadway In Chicago
by Rachel Weinberg - Apr 4, 2025

Near, far, wherever you are…you need to see TITANIQUE if you love musicals and parody. Porchlight Music Theatre’s production, presented in partnership with Broadway In Chicago, easily passes the Marie Kondo test: This show sparks immense joy.
BroadwayWorld UK's Olivier Awards 2025 Predictions
by BWW UK Critics - Apr 4, 2025

Established in 1976, the Olivier Awards celebrate the world-class status of London theatre, and are Britain’s most prestigious stage honours. Leading the way this year is Tom Scutt's Fiddler on the Roof which matches Hamilton's record-breaking 13 nominations, represented in every acting and creative category.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marla Mindelle been in?

Marla Mindelle has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Marla Mindelle been in?

Marla Mindelle has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Marla Mindelle been nominated for?

Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Big Gay Jamboree, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Big Gay Jamboree, Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Big Gay Jamboree, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Titanique, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Titanique, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Titanique, Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Titanique, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for Titanique and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sister Act.

How many shows has Marla Mindelle written?

Marla Mindelle has written 2 shows including Titanique (Book), The Big Gay Jamboree (Book).

What awards has Marla Mindelle won?

Marla Mindelle won the Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical award at The Lortels for her performance in Titanique.

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