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Nora Schell is honored to be back at the Broadhurst! Schell originated the role of Bustopher Jones in CATS: The Jellicle Ball Off-Broadway (Obie Award). Schell received Drama Desk, Drama League and Clive Barnes Award nominations for their Off-Broadway debut in Spamilton. They made their Broadway debut in Jagged Little Pill. Schell serves as a co-writer and composer for the new musical Sweet Canaan (Berkeley Rep Groundfloor). Schell graduated from the University of Michigan with a BFA in Musical Theatre & a minor in Gender, Race and Nation. Love to Gregg Baker, Bub and their family! @sirnoraschell.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Bustopher Jones

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Bustopher Jones

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Ensemble

[Boston]
World Premiere Production at American Repertory Theater, 2018
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Performer

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Nora Schell, Spamilton

Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award

Nora Schell, Spamilton: An American Parody

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The Skivvies Will Return to Joe's Pub With FILM STRIPS 2: BACK IN THE HABIT OF ELECTRIC BOOGALOO
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026

The Skivvies are set to return to Joe's Pub with Film Strips 2: Back in the Habit of Electric Boogaloo. This performance will be a follow up to the duo's Film Strips show last year.
Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and More Set for the 79th Annual Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026

The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL to Celebrate Pride With Upcoming Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026

CATS: The Jellicle Ball is celebrating Pride unlike any other show on Broadway with charity partnerships, community engagements, and a special screening of Paris is Burning.
Photos: Andrew Lloyd Webber Makes Guest DJ Appearance at CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 1, 2026

DJ WEBZ aka Andrew Lloyd Webber made a guest appearance in the DJ booth alongside original CATS star Ken Ard, who portrays DJ Griddlebone in the production of Cats: The Jellicle Ball. Check out photos here!
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Welcomes Andrew Lloyd Webber To the DJ Booth
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026

A special guest took to the DJ booth at CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL on Broadway this week as composer Andrew Lloyd Webber made a surprise appearance at the Broadhurst Theatre. Watch the video!
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Performs 'The Jellicle Ball' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - May 28, 2026

The cast of Broadway's Tony-nominated Cats: The Jellicle Ball brought the magic of ballroom to The View on Thursday, with a special performance of 'The Jellicle Ball.' Watch it now.
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Extends on Broadway Through 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026

CATS: The Jellicle Ball has been extended at the Broadhurst Theatre. CATS: The Jellicle Ball, is directed by 2026 Tony Award nominees Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch.
Video: Follow Robert 'Silk' Mason's Path to CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL in STAGEBOUND
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026

A new episode of Stagebound has debuted, spotlighting Robert “Silk” Mason​​​​​​, who currently stars as Mr. Mistoffelees in Broadway's Cats: The Jellicle Ball. Watch the episode now, which takes the artist from rehearsals to previews to opening night.
BROADWAY IS TRANS Cabaret Fundraiser Set For June
by Stephi Wild - May 26, 2026

Black Trans Liberation announced BROADWAY IS TRANS, a cabaret fundraiser hosted by Peppermint at Judson Memorial Church, featuring Tony Award winner J. Harrison Ghee and other Broadway artists to benefit trans mutual aid efforts.
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Sets Performance on THE VIEW Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2026

The cast of Broadway's Tony-nominated Cats: The Jellicle Ball will bring ballroom to daytime television for a special performance on The View next week.
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Performs 'Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat' in the Subway
by Michael Major - May 22, 2026

The cast of Cats: The Jellicle Ball performed 'Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat' at 14th St - Union Square station as part of MTA Sessions. The performance was led by showstopper Emma Sofia. Watch the video now!
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Cast Performs at WNYC Concert Event
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026

The cast of Broadway's Tony-nominated Cats: The Jellicle Ball joined WNYC on Thursday for a special appearance as part of the Broadway On The Radio series. Watch the hour-long event, featuring performances from André de Shields and more.
Photos: Jason Weaver, Jacob Latimore, & Birgundi Baker Visit CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2026

On Tuesday, May 12, stars Jason Weaver, Jacob Latimore, and Birgundi Baker of The Chi supported the show's creator, Lena Waithe, with a visit to CATS: The Jellicle Ball, produced by Waithe. Take a look at photos from their visit here.
A New Day: THE JELLICLE BALL And The Redemption Of A CATS Hater
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2026

After decades of dismissing Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats as a cultural punchline, Alexa Criscitiello attended THE JELLICLE BALL on Broadway at the Broadhurst Theatre expecting spectacle and irony. Instead, the acclaimed ballroom-inspired production revealed the emotional depth, existential themes, and surprising humanity at the heart of one of Broadway’s most debated musicals.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 30, 2026- Lea Michele Talks CHESS and More
by - Apr 30, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 30, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Nora Schell, Jaime Lozano, Adesola Osakalumi will be part of Rhinebeck Writers Retreat's 2026 Residency Cohort
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

Rhinebeck Writers Retreat (RWR) announced the twenty-six musical theatre writers selected for 2026 Summer Residencies. Learn more about the writers here!
Photos: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Visit GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026

Cats: The Jellicle Ball took over Good Morning America on Tuesday, with a dance performance from the cast of the ballroom-inspired Broadway revival. Check out photos below from their morning show appearance.
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Cast Performs Flashy Dance Number on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 21, 2026

Watch the cast of Cats: The Jellicle Ball perform from the reimagined new production on Good Morning America, showing off the ballroom-inspired choreography from Arturo Lyons and Omari Wiles.
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Cast to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Next Week
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2026

The cast of Cats: The Jellicle Ball is set to perform next week on Good Morning America. Viewers can tune in to watch the performance on Tuesday, April 21, airing during the 7:00-9:00 EDT am block on ABC.
Video: Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper Invited to Be Guest Judges at CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2026

Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen may be coming to Broadway! The CATS: The Jellicle Ball choreographers extended a "legally binding" guest judge invite on Watch What Happens Live.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Nora Schell been in?

Nora Schell has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Nora Schell been in?

Nora Schell has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Nora Schell been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Spamilton and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Spamilton: An American Parody.

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