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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

[Broadway]
2025
Sarah

[Off-Broadway]
Concert Revival Production, 2024
Sarah

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Dorothy

[US Tour]
US Tour, 2023
Dorothy

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2026 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Nichelle Lewis, Ragtime

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance

Nichelle Lewis, The Wiz


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Theatre World Awards - 2024 - Theatre World Award

Nichelle Lewis, The Wiz

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RAGTIME Extends Additional Two Weeks on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater's four-time Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of RAGTIME announced a final two-week extension at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, with a new block of tickets now on sale.
Photos: Go Inside RAGTIME's Tony Awards After Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2026

Ragtime celebrated their Tony Award wins for Best Sound Design of a Musical, Best Revival of a Musical, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical. See photos!
Photos: 2026 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2026

The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre. BroadwayWorld of course will be on hand at Radio City Music Hall all night to keep you up to speed on what's going on onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes!
2026 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026

Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
BroadwayWorld's 2026 Phony Awards- the Most Hyper-Specific Honors of the Season!
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2026

Our annual celebration of the Broadway season's most unforgettable moments, including viral vocals, scene-stealing cats, powerhouse singers, devastating entrances, and other achievements not recognized by the Tony Awards.
SCHMIGADOON!, LIBERATION and More Win 2026 Tony Awards - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026

The best of Broadway takes the stage tonight at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Stay tuned all night ling for updates from inside the ceremony.
Video: Joshua Henry and Nichelle Lewis Perform 'Wheels of a Dream' From RAGTIME on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 1, 2026

Tony nominees Joshua Henry and Nichelle Lewis stopped by Good Morning America on Monday to perform 'Wheels of a Dream' from the hit Broadway revival of Ragtime. Watch the powerhouse duo perform the beloved musical number now. 
Interview: Nichelle Lewis Explains Why RAGTIME Feels Urgent in 2026
by David Clarke - May 30, 2026

Tony nominee Nichelle Lewis is delivering one of Broadway's most moving performances as Sarah in RAGTIME. She reflects on the musical's enduring relevance, the emotional impact of Sarah's story & what her first Tony Award nomination means to her.
IT'S DOROTHY! Documentary Exploring WIZARD OF OZ Character Sets Digital Release
by Josh Sharpe - May 28, 2026

A new documentary spotlighting a beloved Wizard of Oz character is coming to digital platforms next month. It's Dorothy!, which takes a look at Dorothy Gale, will be available to watch on video on demand beginning Friday, June 12.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 22, 2026- TWO STRANGERS National Tour Announced and More
by - May 22, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 21, 2026- SCHMIGADOON! To Hit the Road and More
by - May 21, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Nichelle Lewis Is Riding on the Wheels of a Tony Nomination
by Luka Vonier - May 21, 2026

Watch in this video as 2026 Tony Award nominee Nichelle Lewis chats more about her Ragtime castmates, the excitement of earning her first nomination, and so much more.
Video: Joshua Henry & Nichelle Lewis Perform 'Sarah Brown Eyes' From RAGTIME
by Michael Major - May 20, 2026

Lincoln Center Theater and Concord Theatricals Recordings have released new video footage of Joshua Henry and Nichelle Lewis performing 'Sarah Brown Eyes' from the recently released Ragtime cast recording.
From THE COLOR PURPLE to RAGTIME: Top Broadway Moments on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026

With The Late Show with Stephen Colbert coming to an end this week, we are looking back at some of our favorite Broadway performances and musical theater-themed moments from over the past ten years.
Photos: Behind the Scenes with the 2026 Tony Award Nominees for Musicals
by Jennifer Broski - May 16, 2026

Earlier this week, the Tony nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there to speak with all of them! Check out photos from behind the scenes with the nominees as they chatted with Richard Ridge and passed on our very own Tiny Tony.
Photos: Hanging with the 2026 Tony Award Nominees
by Bruce Glikas - May 15, 2026

It's Tonys season! A total of 129 Tony Award nominations went out in 26 categories for the spectacular work of Broadway artists this season. All of the nominees were celebrated yesterday as they met the press for the first time. Check out photos from inside the big day here!
Photos: Meet the 2026 Tony Award Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 15, 2026

Just yesterday, the 2026 Tony Award nominees gathered at the Sofitel New York to meet the press for the first time and BroadwayWorld was there for the special day. Check out photos of the 2026 nominees here!
Video: RAGTIME Stars Caissie Levy and Brandon Uranowitz Sing 'Our Children' in New Studio Clip
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2026

Head into the studio with Caissie Levy and Brandon Uranowitz, two of the Tony-nominated stars of Ragtime, as they record their rendition of, 'Our Children.' Check out newly released video of the pair in the recording studio. 
Video: Joshua Henry and RAGTIME Cast Celebrate 11 Tony Award Nominations With Surprise Stage Door Performance
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026

Broadway's revival of RAGTIME, directed by Lear deBessonet at Lincoln Center Theater, celebrated its 11 Tony Award nominations last night. The show's Tony Award-nominated leading man led his castmates and their fans in a rendition of 'Celebration' by Kool & the Gang. Watch the video!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 7, 2026- THE BOOK OF MORMON Shutdown Continues Following Fire
by - May 7, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

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?

Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Ragtime, 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 has won the Theatre World Award at the Theatre World Awards for her performance in The Wiz.

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