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STAGE CREDITS

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Original Broadway Production, 1981
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Awards and Nominations


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Theatre World Awards - 1981 - Performance

Phyllis Hyman, Sophisticated Ladies

Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Phyllis Hyman, Sophisticated Ladies

News


Stars To Perform With Special Guests Grasser Live At Asbury Lanes
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2025

Prudential North to Shore Festival is set to rock the Jersey Shore on Saturday, June 21, at 8:00 p.m. with Canadian indie rock band Stars and special guests Asbury's own Grasser at the iconic Asbury Lanes.
Meet the Cast of SMASH, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

The musical Smash, inspired by the hit NBC television series, will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and officially open Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Meet the cast here!
Creative Cauldron Welcomes in the New Year with Annual PASSPORT MUSIC FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2024

Creative Cauldron's popular “Passport Music Festival” concert series is back again for the 14th year. The festival features music from some of the most talented and diverse musicians in the DMV and beyond.
Anthony Wayne to Present Solo Show at The Green Room 42 in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2024

Anthony Wayne, star of MIGHTY REAL: A FABULOUS SYLVESTER MUSICAL, will perform a new solo evening at THE GREEN ROOM 42 on August 5. Don't miss this special event showcasing his incredible talent.
 North Carolina Black Repertory Reveals Program For International Black Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2024

 North Carolina Black Repertory Company has announced the mainstage program for its 18th biennial International Black Theatre Festival, taking place July 29-August 3 in Winston-Salem, NC.
SOULFUL SUNDAYS to Return to Ali Cultural Arts Center This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024

Put your hands together! Pompano Beach Arts is welcoming back the enormously popular series Soulful Sundays, featuring South Florida's top performers and bands in various genres at Ali Cultural Arts Center. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
LOWCOUNTRY JAZZ FESTIVAL Returns To The Charleston Gaillard Center This August
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2024

Experience the soulful rhythms at the return of the Lowcountry Jazz Festival at the Charleston Gaillard Center. Don't miss out on this vibrant celebration of jazz music.
Latin Superstars Prince Royce & Wisin Perform At Boardwalk Hall Arena This June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024

As part of the North to Shore Festival presented by Prudential, there will be a Latin takeover. Two of the biggest superstars, Prince Royce and Wisin, will perform their biggest hits at Boardwalk Hall Arena on Friday, June 21st, at 8 p.m.
Full Cast Set For The 7th Annual A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Revue Show
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023

It's time to boogie! From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening with Phyllis Hyman comes A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the annual holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
The Annual Holiday Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Premieres This December For The Seventh Year In NYC!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2023

A Soulful Christmas: A Groovy Musical Revue returns for its 7th year in NYC! Get ready to boogie with this annual holiday disco musical show featuring Gospel, R&B, and Soul music. Don't miss this incredible performance at The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.
Lisa Gay Takes Center Stage As Creative Director Of The Playhouse Series At Las Vegas' Modern Showrooms
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023

The Playhouse Series at The Modern Showrooms has appointed the renowned music luminary Lisa Gay as its Creative Director.
Darius de Haas Will Lead BILLY STRAYHORN: SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR at Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2023

 Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the full cast and creative team of its upcoming world premiere musical Billy Strayhorn: Something to Live For, starring Darius de Haas as legendary jazz composer Billy Strayhorn.
What Are The Smallest Parts to Win Tony Awards?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 10, 2023

While the large majority of those who have won Tony Awards for performances on Broadway have put in significant stage time in their roles, there are a few notable exceptions. Who are the artists who impressed Tony voters so much that they won their trophies, even with relatively minimal stage time?
THE BRAT PACK Featuring Kathryn Allison, Sam Gravitte, Luke Hawkins & Jelani Remy to Return to Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of “The Brat Pack” — featuring Broadway stars Kathryn Allison, Sam Gravitte, Luke Hawkins, and Jelani Remy – on Monday, June 12 at 7:00 PM.
MEL AND ELLA SWING! Starring Billy Stritch and Gabrielle Stravelli to Return to Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2023

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present renowned pianist and singer Billy Stritch and award-winning jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli in the return of their special show “Mel and Ella Swing!” on Monday, June 5 at 7:00 PM.
Vintage Theatre to Present SOPHISTICATED LADIES Beginning Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 27, 2022

Vintage Theatre will present Duke Ellington's 'Sophisticated Ladies,' January 27 - March 5 2023. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m.
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A Groovy Musical Revue Returns For Its 6th Year!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2022

From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, Anthony Wayne & Kendrell Bowman bring you A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the annual holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
Meet the Cast of OHIO STATE MURDERS, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022

Ohio State Murders will be the first show to play at the newly renamed James Earl Jones Theatre when it begins previews tonight, Friday, November 11, 2022 ahead of an opening on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Meet the cast of Ohio State Murders here!
Bryce Pinkham, Lizan Mitchell & More Join Audra McDonald in OHIO STATE MURDERS; Full Cast Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2022

The complete cast for the Broadway premiere of Ohio State Murders by Adrienne Kennedy is now announced. Joining Emmy, Grammy, and Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, Tony Award nominee Bryce Pinkham, and Drama Desk nominee Lizan Mitchell.
Vocalists Ledisi, Samara Joy, and More to Perform at the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival This Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 11, 2022

George Benson, Billy Eckstine and Phyllis Hyman, are but a few of the extraordinary singers that had roots in Pittsburgh and enriched the vocal jazz tradition. The vocalists who will sing at the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (PIJF), which runs from September 16-18, will expand and extend on the legacy of their Steel City forebears.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Phyllis Hyman been in?

Phyllis Hyman has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Phyllis Hyman been in?

Phyllis Hyman has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Phyllis Hyman been nominated for?

Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Sophisticated Ladies and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sophisticated Ladies.

What awards has Phyllis Hyman won?

Phyllis Hyman won a Theatre World Award for her performance in Sophisticated Ladies.

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