Nichelle Lewis
Latest News on Nichelle Lewis:
Photos: Jonathan Groff, Sarah Hyland and More Rehearse for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025 (Nov 25, 2025)
RAGTIME 2025 Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in January (Nov 21, 2025)
RAGTIME Extends on Broadway Due to Demand (Nov 6, 2025)
Photos: Jonathan Groff, Sarah Hyland and More Rehearse for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025 (Nov 25, 2025)
RAGTIME 2025 Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in January (Nov 21, 2025)
RAGTIME Extends on Broadway Due to Demand (Nov 6, 2025)
BIO
Nichelle Lewis made her Broadway debut last year in the lead role of ‘Dorothy’ in the revival of The Wiz, earning a Theatre World Award for Outstanding Broadway Debut as well as Grammy and Drama League nominations. In 2023, Variety named her one of their 10 Broadway Stars to Watch. Previous credits include the national tour of Hairspray. @iamnichellelewi
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance
Nichelle Lewis, The Wiz
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2024 - Theatre World Award
Nichelle Lewis, The Wiz
Videos
Video: Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Michele, & Nichelle Lewis Discuss Broadway Careers for ELLE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-20 16:07:30
Joshua Henry Receives Emotional Note From Brian Stokes Mitchell on RAGTIME Opening
by Michael Major - 2025-10-20 11:28:25
Video: Inside Opening Night of RAGTIME with Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Brandon Uranowitz & More
by Joey Mervis - 2025-10-17 13:55:04
Video: Watch Joshua Henry & Nichelle Lewis Perform 'Wheels of a Dream' From RAGTIME
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-30 10:08:13
Video: Go Inside the First Performance of RAGTIME on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-09-29 10:27:25
Video: Watch Caissie Levy & Brandon Uranowitz Rehearse 'Our Children' From RAGTIME
by Michael Major - 2025-09-25 15:26:28
Video: Joshua Henry & RAGTIME Cast Rehearse 'Gettin’ Ready Rag'
by Michael Major - 2025-09-19 10:52:52
Video: Tribeca 2025 Special: Dylan O’Brien, Finn Wittrock, and Nichelle Lewis Talk Indie Film
by Survival Jobs - 2025-06-13 14:08:30
Video: Watch the RAGTIME Cast Perform the Title Song at Lincoln Center
by Michael Major - 2025-05-28 10:45:40
Video: WICKED Stars Perform 'OzCapella' Version of 'What Is This Feeling?'
by Michael Major - 2025-05-02 16:44:40
Video: WICKED Cast Sing 'As Long As You're Mine' & 'I'm Not That Girl' Mashup
by Michael Major - 2024-10-08 15:41:12
Video: Watch THE WIZ Take Its Final Broadway Bows & Perform 'Brand New Day'
by Michael Major - 2024-08-19 10:44:21
Video: TOMMY, THE WIZ, BACK TO THE FUTURE, HELL'S KITCHEN & More at Broadway in Bryant Park 2024
by Joey Mervis - 2024-07-12 15:47:45
Video: Ease on Down the Yellow Carpet on Opening Night of THE WIZ
by Joey Mervis - 2024-04-18 13:00:41
Video: Brady, Williams, & More Discuss THE WIZ on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-07 11:38:58
News
Photos: Jonathan Groff, Sarah Hyland and More Rehearse for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 25, 2025
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. BroadwayWorld was at the rehearsals to capture the performers, including Jonathan Groff, Sarah Hyland, Joshua Henry, and many more!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 25, 2025
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. BroadwayWorld was at the rehearsals to capture the performers, including Jonathan Groff, Sarah Hyland, Joshua Henry, and many more!
RAGTIME 2025 Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released in January
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
The 2025 Broadway cast recording of Lincoln Center Theater’s revival of Ragtime, directed by Lear deBessonet, will be released digitally on January 9, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 21, 2025
The 2025 Broadway cast recording of Lincoln Center Theater’s revival of Ragtime, directed by Lear deBessonet, will be released digitally on January 9, 2026.
RAGTIME Extends on Broadway Due to Demand
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater’s 2025 revival of Ragtime, directed by Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, has extended performances by popular demand through June 14, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 6, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater’s 2025 revival of Ragtime, directed by Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, has extended performances by popular demand through June 14, 2026.
Video: RAGTIME Cast Discusses Show’s Modern Relevance on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025
On Thursday morning, Ragtime stars Caissie Levy, Joshua Henry, and Brandon Uranowitz joined Good Morning America to discuss the new revival of the beloved Broadway musical. Watch their conversation now.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025
On Thursday morning, Ragtime stars Caissie Levy, Joshua Henry, and Brandon Uranowitz joined Good Morning America to discuss the new revival of the beloved Broadway musical. Watch their conversation now.
Video: Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Michele, & Nichelle Lewis Discuss Broadway Careers for ELLE
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 20, 2025
Join Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Michele, and Nichelle Lewis as they discuss Broadway careers, stage fright, and their unforgettable experiences on stage.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 20, 2025
Join Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Michele, and Nichelle Lewis as they discuss Broadway careers, stage fright, and their unforgettable experiences on stage.
Photos: Magicians Meet! Rob Lake Visits 'Houdini' at RAGTIME
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 20, 2025
A magical moment just happened at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Illusionist Rob Lake, who starts previews of his Broadway show Rob Lake Magic with Special Guests The Muppets next wek, recently saw Ragtime and went backstage to meet Rodd Cyrus who portrays the most notable illusionist of all time, Harry Houdini. Check out photos here.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 20, 2025
A magical moment just happened at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. Illusionist Rob Lake, who starts previews of his Broadway show Rob Lake Magic with Special Guests The Muppets next wek, recently saw Ragtime and went backstage to meet Rodd Cyrus who portrays the most notable illusionist of all time, Harry Houdini. Check out photos here.
Joshua Henry Receives Emotional Note From Brian Stokes Mitchell on RAGTIME Opening
by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2025
Just minutes before Joshua Henry took the stage on opening night of Ragtime, he received a special delivery from the musical's original Coalhouse Walker, Brian Stokes Mitchell. Watch the video now!
by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2025
Just minutes before Joshua Henry took the stage on opening night of Ragtime, he received a special delivery from the musical's original Coalhouse Walker, Brian Stokes Mitchell. Watch the video now!
Photos: RAGTIME Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 20, 2025
The second Broadway revival of Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. In attendance were Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Hillary Clinton, and more! Check out the photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 20, 2025
The second Broadway revival of Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. In attendance were Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Hillary Clinton, and more! Check out the photos here!
Video: Inside Opening Night of RAGTIME with Joshua Henry, Caissie Levy, Brandon Uranowitz & More
by Joey Mervis - Oct 17, 2025
There's new music playing on 65th Street. The second Broadway revival of Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Watch in this video as we go inside opening night with the whole company.
by Joey Mervis - Oct 17, 2025
There's new music playing on 65th Street. The second Broadway revival of Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Watch in this video as we go inside opening night with the whole company.
Photos: RAGTIME Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 17, 2025
Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out photos from the opening night curtain call here and learn more about the production.
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 17, 2025
Ragtime is officially open at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out photos from the opening night curtain call here and learn more about the production.
Video: Watch Highlights from RAGTIME On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
Check out video highlights from the star-studded new revival of the beloved musical Ragtime, now playing at the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
Check out video highlights from the star-studded new revival of the beloved musical Ragtime, now playing at the Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center.
Review Roundup: RAGTIME Returns to Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
The curtain has risen on Ragtime, now running at Lincoln Center Theater on Broadway. Read all the reviews to see what the critics had to say about the new revival, directed by Lear deBessonet.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2025
The curtain has risen on Ragtime, now running at Lincoln Center Theater on Broadway. Read all the reviews to see what the critics had to say about the new revival, directed by Lear deBessonet.
Photos: Caissie Levy, Brandon Uranowitz & Joshua Henry in RAGTIME on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 16, 2025
Ragtime opens tonight, October 16, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater as Artistic Director Lear deBessonet’s first production of her inaugural season. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 16, 2025
Ragtime opens tonight, October 16, at the Vivian Beaumont Theater as Artistic Director Lear deBessonet’s first production of her inaugural season. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here!
Hot Tickets of the Week: ART, RAGTIME, and More
by Team BWW - Oct 13, 2025
Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting October 13, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
by Team BWW - Oct 13, 2025
Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting October 13, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 1, 2025- RAGTIME Hits Late Night and More
by - Oct 1, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 1, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch Joshua Henry & Nichelle Lewis Perform 'Wheels of a Dream' From RAGTIME
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025
On Monday, Joshua Henry and Nichelle Lewis visited The Late Show with Stephen Colbert for a special performance from Broadway's Ragtime. Watch the duo sing 'Wheels of a Dream' from the new production, which is now in previews at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025
On Monday, Joshua Henry and Nichelle Lewis visited The Late Show with Stephen Colbert for a special performance from Broadway's Ragtime. Watch the duo sing 'Wheels of a Dream' from the new production, which is now in previews at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.
Video: Inside the First Performance of RAGTIME's Broadway Revival
by Michael Major - Sep 29, 2025
Join us as we dive into the first performance of Ragtime at Lincoln Center, featuring an electrifying curtain call and eager audiences.
by Michael Major - Sep 29, 2025
Join us as we dive into the first performance of Ragtime at Lincoln Center, featuring an electrifying curtain call and eager audiences.
Video: Watch RAGTIME Cast Sing with the Orchestra for the First Time
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2025
It's the music of something beginning! Ragtime begins previews on Broadway tonight at the Vivian Beaumont and you can catch a glimpse inside the sitzprobe, the moment the cast performs with the full orchestra for the very first time.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 26, 2025
It's the music of something beginning! Ragtime begins previews on Broadway tonight at the Vivian Beaumont and you can catch a glimpse inside the sitzprobe, the moment the cast performs with the full orchestra for the very first time.
RAGTIME Cast to Perform on THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT on Monday
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2025
Ragtime is now in previews at the Vivian Beaumont Theater and, to commemorate its return to Broadway, the cast will visit The Late Show with Stephen Colbert next week for a special performance from the award-winning musical.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2025
Ragtime is now in previews at the Vivian Beaumont Theater and, to commemorate its return to Broadway, the cast will visit The Late Show with Stephen Colbert next week for a special performance from the award-winning musical.
Lincoln Center Theater's RAGTIME to Release Cast Album This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater's Ragtime will release a newly recorded cast album, to be released this winter on Concord Theatricals Recordings. Learn more about the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater's Ragtime will release a newly recorded cast album, to be released this winter on Concord Theatricals Recordings. Learn more about the production here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Nichelle Lewis been in?
Nichelle Lewis has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Nichelle Lewis been in?
Nichelle Lewis has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Nichelle Lewis been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for The Wiz and Theatre World Award (Theatre World Awards) for The Wiz.
What awards has Nichelle Lewis won?
Nichelle Lewis won the Theatre World Award for her performance in The Wiz.
Videos