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BIO

Melissa Etheridge is one of rock music's great female icons. Her critically acclaimed eponymous debut album was certified double platinum. Etheridge's popularity built around such memorable songs as "Bring Me Some Water," "No Souvenirs" and "Ain't It Heavy" for which she won her first Grammy for Best Female Rock Vocal. Etheridge hit her commercial and artistic stride with her fourth album, Yes I Am, featuring the massive hits "I'm the Only One" and "Come to My Window," a searing song of longing that brought her a second Grammy. The six times platinum album spent more than two and a half years on the album chart. Etheridge is also an Oscar winner for Best Original Song in 2007. In 2011 Melissa made her Broadway debut as St. Jimmy in Green Day's rock opera, American Idiot, where she replaced Billie Joe Armstrong for one week, and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Etheridge is scheduled to release MEmphis Rock and Soul, a new album honoring Stax Records, in fall of 2016. She recently completed recording at Royal Studios in Memphis on what will be her first album since 2014's critically lauded This Is M.E.



On June 20, 2016, Etheridge released a song called "Pulse." The singer wrote the song in reaction to the mass shootings that took place in Orlando on June 12, 2016. As she told Rolling Stone, "We want to try to make sense. We want to try to heal. We want to bring some meaning, some purpose. We also want to put it down forever in history. That's how I'm coping." All proceeds from the sale of "Pulse" will benefit Equality Florida, the states largest LGBT civil rights organization.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
St. Jimmy [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Writing

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Disinguished Performance

Melissa Etheridge, Melissa Etheridge: My Window

Videos

News


TIERS: A ROCK N ROLL LOVE STORY Concert at Green Room 42
by Emmy Rice - Jun 14, 2025

The Green Room 42 will present a concert of songs from the new musical Tiers - A Rock'n'Roll Love Story - music & lyrics by Richard X. Heyman, book by Lindsey Hope Pearlman and RXH.
Review: Corbett Prep's High School Summer Theatre Presents HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION
by Peter Nason - Jun 5, 2025

Before seeing a stunning youth production of Hadestown at Corbett Prep’s Farish Speakeasy, I ran into a friend standing in line.  “Hadestown is my all-time favorite musical, “ she told me.
San Francisco Opera To Present Inaugural Pride Concert In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2025

Coinciding with San Francisco's annual Pride Weekend, San Francisco Opera celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community with a special Pride Concert featuring immersive projections and a post-show dance party on Friday, June 27 at the War Memorial Opera House. 
MYSTIC PIZZA Musical will Record a Concept Album This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025

The new musical Mystic Pizza will record a concept album. The recording is set for May 2025 with a release date to be announced. Learn more about the show here!
Video: Cynthia Erivo Accepts GLAAD's Stephen F. Kolzak Award
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025

Last night at the 36th GLAAD Media Awards, Cynthia Erivo accepted the special Stephen F. Kolzak Award, in recognition of her raising visibility and promoting acceptance of LGBTQ people and issues. Watch her speech now.
Five For Fighting Sets Summer Tour with Special Guest Vertical Horizon
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025

Five For Fighting will be back on the road, headlining shows this August, with special guest Vertical Horizon. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 28.
State Theatre New Jersey to Present 'Daniel Tosh Live' in April
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 17, 2025

State Theatre New Jersey will present Daniel Tosh Live on Saturday, April 5 at 7 pm and 9:30 pm.  Daniel Tosh is a comedian, host, writer, and producer.
THE OUTSIDERS, SPAMALOT, and More Set For Proctors and TheREP's 25-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Proctors and Capital Repertory Theatre have announced 2025-26 seasons, featuring a mix of Broadway blockbusters, beloved classics, and bold new works. Learn more here!
Alicia Keys, Cher & More to Headline LOVE ROCKS NYC Benefit Concert
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2025

The ninth annual LOVE ROCKS NYC benefit concert for God’s Love We Deliver will be live from the historic Beacon Theatre in NYC on Thursday, March 6. The 2025 all-star lineup will feature Alicia Keys, Beck, Cher, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, and more.
Cynthia Erivo Will Be Honored at the 36th GLAAD Media Awards
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

Cynthia Erivo will be honored with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards. The awards are set to be presented in Los Angeles next month.
Video: Watch 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' from MYSTIC PIZZA
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 11, 2025

The new musical Mystic Pizza is now running at New Jersey's Paper Mill Playhouse! Check out a new video clip of 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' as performed by Deánna Giulietti, Krystina Alabado, and Alaina Anderson.
MYSTIC PIZZA's Krystina Alabado Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - Feb 6, 2025

Krystina Alabado is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as she takes us inside Mystic Pizza at Paper Mill Playhouse. Alabado is joined in the production by Alaina Anderson, Deánna Giulietti, and more.
Review Roundup: MYSTIC PIZZA at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Feb 5, 2025

The reviews are rolling in for Mystic Pizza, which opened on Sunday at Paper Mill Playhouse. The show continues through Sunday, February 23. Based on the classic 1988 movie starring Julia Roberts, Mystic Pizza is a new musical about three working-class girls who navigate the complexities of life, love and family in a small-town pizza joint.
Photos & Video: MYSTIC PIZZA Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

Get a first look at footage and opening night photos of Mystic Pizza at Paper Mill Playhouse. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Krystina Alabado & More in MYSTIC PIZZA at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025

Get a first look at the pizza shop! Production photos for the new musical Mystic Pizza, which opened last night at Paper Mill Playhouse are now available. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Anthony J. Wilkinson to Preview MY BIG GAY ITALIAN CASINO ADVENTURE At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2025

Off-Broadway veteran actor and producer Anthony J. Wilkinson will preview a new comedy, “My Big Gay Italian Casino Adventure,” in Sound Waves Theater at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. 
Alexander Cardinale Spreads Hope & Unity Through Timeless Anthem 'Peace Train'
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 23, 2025

Listen to Alexander Cardinale's latest release, a modernized cover of Cat Stevens' timeless anthem 'Peace Train.' The single channels his hopes for unity, healing, and resilience-not only for his family but for listeners everywhere.
Interview: Krystina Alabado in MYSTIC PIZZA at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Marina Kennedy - Jan 14, 2025

We had the pleasure of interviewing Krystina Alabado who stars as Daisy Arujo in Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of 'Mystic Pizza.'
Starlight Theatre Announces 75th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025

Starlight Theatre, Kansas City's oldest and largest performing arts organization, will mark its 75th anniversary in 2025. Established in 1950 as part of Kansas  City's centennial celebration, Starlight has since become a cornerstone of the community.
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by Josh Sharpe - Dec 27, 2024

Spanning over 40 categories across diverse entertainment genres—including music, film, TV, streaming, sports, fashion, comedy, and influencers—the awards honor stars who champion animal causes and share a genuine love for their pets. Voting is open now.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Melissa Etheridge been in?

Melissa Etheridge has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Melissa Etheridge been in?

Melissa Etheridge has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Melissa Etheridge written?

Melissa Etheridge has written 1 shows including Melissa Etheridge: My Window (Writer).

What awards has Melissa Etheridge been nominated for?

and Disinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Melissa Etheridge: My Window.

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