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BIO

Broadway: Motown the Musical, Caroline, or Change, The Lion King, Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music. Off-Broadway: Thunder Knocking on the Door (Minetta Lane), Caroline, or Change (The Public), The First Breeze of Summer, (The Signature Theatre). Regional: Thunder Knocking on the Door (Arena Stage, Helen Hayes Award), Cuttin Up, The Women of Brewster Place, Arena Stage/Alliance Theatre (Suzi Award, Helen Hayes Nomination), Crowns, and Sophisticated Ladies (Helen Hayes Nomination). Bess (Austin Circle of Theatres B. Iden Payne).

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STAGE CREDITS

Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope
[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Performer
Cabin in the Sky Cabin in the Sky
[Off-Broadway]
Encores Concert Production, 2016
Disney's Beauty and the Beast Disney's Beauty and the Beast
[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
The Muny's 2015 Production, 2015
Mrs. Potts
Little Shop of Horrors Little Shop of Horrors
[Off-Broadway]
City Center Encores Off-Center Production, 2015
Urchin
Motown the Musical Motown the Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Ensemble
The First Breeze of Summer
[Off-Broadway]
2008
Hattie
Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Reading, 2005
Performer
Caroline, or Change Caroline, or Change
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2004
The Radio
Performer
The Radio
Caroline, or Change
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Thunder Knocking on the Door
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Glory Dupree
The Lion King The Lion King
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Rafiki (Understudy) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Staggerlee
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1987
June
Will They Ever Love Us on Broadway
[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1981
Performer
A...My Name Is Alice
[US Tour]
National Tour, 1984
Miracle Brothers
[New York]
Reading, 2004

Movies

Enemy Territory
[ 1987 ] Hysterical Woman
Bodies, Rest & Motion
[ 1993 ] Singer
Virtuosity
[ 1995 ] Onscreen Talent
Asunder
[ 1999 ] Roberta Williams
Preaching to the Choir
[ 2005 ] Cora Lee
Labor Day
[ 2013 ] Morning Anchor

TV Shows

One Life to Live
Jacara Principal 1997-1998
L.A. Law
[ 1992-1993 ] Lee Johnson
The Sinbad Show
Rachel
Alien Nation: Body and Soul
Balboa
Mad About You
[ 1993-1995 ] Remy
Babylon 5
Singer
For the Future: The Irvine Fertility Scandal
Tanya
Sister, Sister
[ 1994-1996 ] Woman, Miss Lewis, Robert's Mother
Star Trek: Voyager
[ 1995-2000 ] T'Pel
House of Cards
Strategist 1
Daredevil
District Attorney
Search Party
Virginia
The Blacklist
Judge
Madam Secretary
Chief Clerk

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Musical

Marva HicksDuke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies

Helen Hayes Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Marva HicksThe Women of Brewster Place


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Marva HicksThunder Knocking on the Door

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Camille A. Brown and More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2025 Gala Photo
Camille A. Brown and More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025

Black Theatre United will present its third annual Gala. This year’s theme is “United: Today & Beyond.' Learn more about the gala and see how to attend!
The Stage History of Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Photo
The Stage History of Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2025

Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal are back on Broadway in the revival of Othello. As these two mega-stars make their Broadway returns, we're taking a walk down memory lane and reliving some of their stage highlights from their careers!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Financial Struggles, New Residencies, and Successful Fundrai Photo
Industry Pro Newsletter: Financial Struggles, New Residencies, and Successful Fundraising for BTU
by Alex Freeman - Oct 14, 2024

Broadway Cares welcomes new trustees, while Black Theatre United raises significant funds for new initiatives. On the international front, the RSC appoints new writers in residence, and Stuttgart Opera's Sancta Susanna provokes strong audience reactions. The closure of California Shakespeare Theater underscores financial struggles in the industry.
Black Theatre United Rasies Over $1.2 Million at Gala and Reveals Three New Initiativ Photo
Black Theatre United Rasies Over $1.2 Million at Gala and Reveals Three New Initiatives
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2024

Black Theatre United announced that the organization’s 2nd annual Gala on Monday,  September 30, 2024 raised over $1.2 million to support BTU’s empowering programs including student internships and  the newly announced BTU Designers Initiative, the Marva Hicks Musical Theatre Scholarship and BTU’s Education  Program. 
Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala Photo
Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala
by Jonah Hale - Oct 2, 2024

Earlier this week, Black Theatre United celebrated its 2024 Gala, “Generations of Excellence.' Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!
Alicia Keys & More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2024 Gala Photo
Alicia Keys & More to be Honored at Black Theatre United 2024 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024

Black Theatre United has unveiled details for the auction at the 2024 Gala, 'Generations of Excellence'. Learn more!
Wake Up With BWW 9/20: Sean Hayes to Return to Broadway in GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR, and Mor Photo
Wake Up With BWW 9/20: Sean Hayes to Return to Broadway in GOOD NIGHT, OSCAR, and More!
by - Sep 20, 2022

Top stories include: Sean Hayes will return to Broadway in Good Night, Oscar, opening in Spring 2023! Plus, One Shubert Alley will close its doors, get an update on Laura Osnes' defamation lawsuit, and more.
Broadway Veteran Marva Hicks Passes Away Photo
Broadway Veteran Marva Hicks Passes Away
by Team BWW - Sep 19, 2022

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of Broadway veteran Marva Hicks, who passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022. Read our complete obituary here.
BWW Review: 'ANGRY, RAUCOUS' ANYTHING BUT SHAMELESS at Hartford Stage Photo
BWW Review: 'ANGRY, RAUCOUS' ANYTHING BUT SHAMELESS at Hartford Stage
by Andrew Beck - Feb 4, 2022

Although “Angry, Raucous & Shamelessly Gorgeous” is the title of Atlanta playwright Pearl Cleage’s new play, it quite amply describes the two women at the center of this literary comedy.
Hartford Stage Announces Artistic Team for ANGRY, RAUCOUS & SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS Photo
Hartford Stage Announces Artistic Team for ANGRY, RAUCOUS & SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2021

Hartford Stage announced today the artistic team for the next production of their 2021-2022 season, acclaimed playwright Pearl Cleage's Angry, Raucous & Shamelessly Gorgeous. The smart new comedy, directed by Susan V. Booth, runs at the Tony Award-winning theatre in downtown Hartford starting January 13 through February 6, 2022.
Photos: Marilyn Maye Autumn at Feinstein's 54 Below Photo
Photos: Marilyn Maye Autumn at Feinstein's 54 Below
by Kevin Alvey - Nov 7, 2021

Marilyn Maye kicks off the fall holiday season with live shows at Feinstein's 54 Below in NYC
VIDEO: On This Day, July 1 - Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF Photo
VIDEO: On This Day, July 1 - Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2021

On this day in 2015, Jake Gyllenhaal and original 'Audrey', Ellen Greene took the stage at City Center in a concert production of the musical, Little Shop of Horrors.
DOROTHY DANDRIDGE: THE MUSICAL Starring N'Kenge To Have Private Industry Reading Photo
DOROTHY DANDRIDGE: THE MUSICAL Starring N'Kenge To Have Private Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2021

Producers N’Kenge and Richard Bell will present a private industry reading of “Dorothy Dandridge: The Musical” the true story of Hollywood’s very first African- American movie star, with book & lyrics by 2-time Emmy Award winner Trey Ellis, music & lyrics by Shelton Becton and directed by Tony Award winner Tamara Tunie.
BWW Album Review: SHE IS RISEN: VOLUME TWO is a True Superstar Photo
BWW Album Review: SHE IS RISEN: VOLUME TWO is a True Superstar
by David Clarke - Oct 5, 2020

We asked for it, and 2020 delivered! Last month, in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the musical, the All Female Cast of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR dropped their highly anticipated second EP.
Volume II of All-Female JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Concept Album to be Released This Week Photo
Volume II of All-Female JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Concept Album to be Released This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2020

On September 18, we will see the release of She Is Risen: Volume II, the hotly awaited follow-up that brings together the extraordinary team that made the first volume a resounding success.
VIDEO: On This Day, July 1- Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF H Photo
VIDEO: On This Day, July 1- Jake Gyllenhaal And Ellen Greene Star In LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS At City Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2020

On this day in 2015, Jake Gyllenhaal and original 'Audrey', Ellen Greene took the stage at City Center in a concert production of the musical, Little Shop of Horrors.
Huntington Theatre Company Celebrates Virtual Gala Featuring Billy Porter, Kate Baldw Photo
Huntington Theatre Company Celebrates Virtual Gala Featuring Billy Porter, Kate Baldwin and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2020

Huntington Theatre Company celebrated its first ever virtual gala fundraiser, Spotlight on Trailblazers, on Monday, June 15, 2020, streaming on the Huntington's Facebook and YouTube channels. The event will be reprised in a highlights version broadcast on Boston's WCVB-TV Channel 5 on Saturday, June 20 at 7:30pm.
The York Theatre Company Reunites The Cast and Creative Team of DON'T BOTHER ME, I CA Photo
The York Theatre Company Reunites The Cast and Creative Team of DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2020

The York Theatre Company will reunite the cast and creative team of the 2016 Musicals in Mufti production of the 1971 hit Broad-way revue Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope, a musical entertainment by Micki Grant, conceived by Vinnette Carroll, for a Virtual Company Reunion as part of the live weekly streaming panel series 'Show! (and Tell)'.
Huntington Theatre Company Announces Virtual 2020 Spotlight Spectacular Photo
Huntington Theatre Company Announces Virtual 2020 Spotlight Spectacular
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2020

Huntington Theatre Company has announced that their annual Spotlight Spectacular Gala will take place virtually on the Huntington's Facebook and YouTube channels Monday, June 15, 2020.
GUN & POWDER at Signature Theatre - World Premiere Musical is Hottest Ticket in Town! Photo
GUN & POWDER at Signature Theatre - World Premiere Musical is Hottest Ticket in Town!
by Charles Shubow - Feb 14, 2020

Inspiring musical by Angelica Cheri and Ross Baum examines race, family and identity in the Wild West.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marva Hicks been in?

Marva Hicks has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Marva Hicks been in?

Marva Hicks has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Marva Hicks been nominated for?

Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Women of Brewster Place and Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Thunder Knocking on the Door.

What awards has Marva Hicks won?

Marva Hicks won the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Resident Musical award at the Helen Hayes Awards for her performance in Thunder Knocking on the Door.

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