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Birth Place: Brooklyn, NYC

Bio:
Nyla is a singer, songwriter, and actress that aims to empower and inspire. Molded by the streets of Brooklyn, NYC and inspired by the bold and rebellious sounds of women like Nina Simone, Lauryn Hill, and Etta James, her voice is raw and unfiltered. Pre Pandemic Nyla performed over 800 shows over ... (read complete bio)

Stage Credits

  [US Tour]
Second National Tour, 2021
Peggy Schuyler [Replacement]
Maria Reynolds [Replacement]
  [US Tour]
First National Tour, 2017
Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds [Replacement]

Nyla Sostre Biography

Nyla is a singer, songwriter, and actress that aims to empower and inspire. Molded by the streets of Brooklyn, NYC and inspired by the bold and rebellious sounds of women like Nina Simone, Lauryn Hill, and Etta James, her voice is raw and unfiltered. Pre Pandemic Nyla performed over 800 shows over two years touring as Peggy Schuyler in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s "Hamilton". Nyla also played as the iconic Dionne in James Vasquez' "Hair" at The Old Globe in SD. With two independently produced and published albums entitled Nyla Live (Nyla's debut album) and Spiritus Animalium (Nyla's first Visual Album). " Its about more than just sharing my art, I hope to encourage people to explore beyond their boundaries, and to affirm their availability to infinite possibilities." Nyla





Nyla Sostre News

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; Lost Nation Theater L Photo 12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; Lost Nation Theater Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards;  at Lyric Theatre Co Photo Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; at Lyric Theatre Company Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; Lost Nation Thea Photo Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; Lost Nation Theater Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; Lyric's MATILDA THE MUSICA Photo First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards; Lyric's MATILDA THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022

The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Vermont Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Weston Theater Company Presents STEEL MAGNOLIAS Photo Weston Theater Company Presents STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2022

Weston Theater Company presents the funniest play that will ever make you cry, STEEL MAGNOLIAS, playing August 18 – September 4 at Weston Playhouse. 

RENT Runs May 21-July 10 At Portland Center Stage Photo RENT Runs May 21-July 10 At Portland Center Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2022

Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning rock musical Rent takes over Portland Center Stage hot off its 25th anniversary. Rent will be directed by PCS's Associate Artistic Director Chip Miller. It begins previews on May 21, opens on May 27, and runs through July 10 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage. The production, originally slated to run through June 26, has already been extended due to strong ticket sales.

Jenn Colella, Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway & More This Month at Feinstein's/54 Below Photo Jenn Colella, Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway & More This Month at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2022

This month, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

BWW Review: HAIR at The Old Globe Photo BWW Review: HAIR at The Old Globe
by E.H. Reiter - Aug 18, 2021

HAIR feels like a fitting show to open after the extended theatre shut down; it's full of hope, rage, protests, and the desire to make change happen. The Old Globe brings back this musical with an incredibly talented cast who have outstanding vocals, and direction that shows how relevant the show's themes still are today.  HAIR is playing at The Old Globe through October 3rd.

The Old Globe Announces One-Week Extension of HAIR Photo The Old Globe Announces One-Week Extension of HAIR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2021

Just two days before the opening performance of the American tribal love-rock musical Hair and amid strong demand in tickets, The Old Globe announced a one-week extension of the show due to popular demand. Resident Artist James Vásquez (The Old Globe’s American Mariachi and Tiny Beautiful Things) directs a cast of 16.

It's the Summer of Love in The Old Globe's Outdoor Theatre! Photo It's the Summer of Love in The Old Globe's Outdoor Theatre!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 13, 2021

The Old Globe is proud to present the American tribal love-rock musical Hair, which marks the Globe’s first full-scale production in 17 months since the pandemic.