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Ruthie Henshall

Date of Birth: March 07, 1967 (56)

Birth Place: ENGLAND

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Ruthie Henshall’s multi-award winning career has seen her star in the most popular musicals of the past thirty years including Cats, Miss Saigon, Crazy For You, She Loves Me, Marguerite, Oliver!, A Chorus Line, Les Misérables, Billy Elliot and Chicago. She has also enjoyed tremendous success in plays, in concert and on television. Most recently, Ruthie played Mama Morton in Chicago in the West End, making her the only British actress to have played all three leading female roles in the show.

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Ruthie Henshall STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
West End Return Engagement, 2018
Mama Morton

[West End]
London Production, 2011
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 2008
Marguerite

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2007
The Sophisticated Woman

[West End]
Original London Production, 2005
Mrs. Wilkinson [Replacement]

[West End]
Original London Production, 2004
Marian [Replacement]

[New York]
Workshop, 2002
Liza Minnelli

[West End]
Original London Production, 2001
Peggy Sue

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1999
The Younger Woman

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]

Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1999
Roles originated by Gertrude Niesen

[New York]
Reading, 1999
Alexandra

[West End]
London Revival, 1997
Roxie Hart

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1997
Velma Kelly [Replacement]

Velma Kelly [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Velma Kelly [Replacement]

[West End]
London Revival, 1994
Amalia Balash

[West End]
London Production, 1993
Polly Baker

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1991
Ellen [Replacement]

[West End]
Original London Production, 1991
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1989
Ellen

[West End]
Original London Production, 1981
Grizabella [Replacement]

[Regional (UK)]
Regional Revival, 1997
Performer


Ruthie Henshall Movies

[2014]Billy Elliot Mrs. Wilkinson

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Photos: First Look at 42ND STREET at Curve, Leicester and Sadler's Wells

Production photos have been released from 42nd Street at Curve, Leicester ahead of playing Sadler’s Wells. The production plays at Curve, Leicester until Saturday 3rd June, followed by a season at Sadler’s Wells, London from Wednesday 7th June 2023.

Photos: See Ruthie Henshall, Les Dennis & More in Rehearsals for 42 STREET

See rehearsal photos for 42nd Street, playing Curve, Leicester and Sadler’s Wells!

Samantha Womack, Michael Praed, Faye Tozer, Les Dennis and Nicole-Lily Baisden Will Lead 42ND STREET UK Tour

​​​​​​​Samantha Womack will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Michael Praed as Julian Marsh, Faye Tozer as Maggie Jones, Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer in the UK tour of 42nd STREET.

THE BAND'S VISIT, OKLAHOMA! and More Will Perform at the 2023 Olivier Awards

The 2023 Olivier Awards have officially announced the shows performing in this year's ceremony. The Awards will take place on Sunday 2 April at the Royal Albert Hall, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. 

CABARET, WICKED, and More Join MAGIC AT THE MUSICALS; Plus Hosts Announced!

Magic Radio's Magic at the Musicals has added a further six theatre shows to its 2023 line-up. Learn more about the lineup here!

Ruthie Henshall, Adam Garcia, Les Dennis and Nicole-Lily Baisden Will Lead 42ND STREET at Curve Leicester and Sadler's Wells

​​​​​​​Olivier Award-winning actress Ruthie Henshall will star as Dorothy Brock, alongside Olivier-nominee Adam Garcia as Julian Marsh, stage and TV personality Les Dennis as Bert Barry and Nicole-Lily Baisden as Peggy Sawyer in 42nd STREET at Curve, Leicester and Sadler's Wells.

Video: Watch Broadway Greats Sing OLIVER!'s 'As Long As He Needs Me'

Lionel Bart's Oliver! has been a household name since its premiere in 1960 but has not been seen on a New York City stage for nearly 40 years. While we await its return, study up on videos of some of the greatest performances of the show's most iconic anthem, Nancy's 'As Long As He Needs Me.'

CHICAGO Welcomes Back Bianca Marroquín as Velma Kelly Next Month

The Broadway company of the Tony Award-winning, record-breaking hit musical Chicago will welcome back Bianca Marroquín, a longtime veteran of the show, in the role of “Velma Kelly” for a limited run beginning Monday, March 13 through Sunday, April 9 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

Emma Hatton, Sally Ann Triplett & More to Star in BERLUSCONI World Premiere Musical at Southwark Playhouse

The cast has been announced for the world premiere of BERLUSCONI at Southwark Playhouse. Rehearsals begin on 13 February with first preview on 25 March and press night on 29 March.

Wake Up With BWW 11/17: FUNNY GIRL Cast Recording, Jessica Chastain to Return to Broadway, and More!

Top stories include Jessica Chastain returning to Broadway in A Doll's House in 2023! Plus, Ruthie Henshall will open a drama school in London, Funny Girl will release a cast recording, and more!

Ruthie Henshall Will Open New Drama School CAST in September 2023

 Ruthie Henshall has announced plans to open CAST, a new drama school offering a three-year diploma in Musical Theatre Industry Preparation; with its first intake in September 2023. 

Photos: See Santino Fontana, Lesli Margherita & More at Abingdon Theatre Company's 30th Anniversary Gala

Abingdon Theatre Company rang in their 30th anniversary at their annual gala on October 24 at The Edison Ballroom. Stars came out to celebrate Abingdon’s milestone 30th anniversary as ATC honored Legacy Award Recipient Tony Award winner David Zippel and ATC Board President DMW Greer. See photos from the event here!

Sierra Boggess, Carolee Carmello, and More Join Abingdon Theatre Company's 30th Season Gala

Abingdon Theatre Company (Chad Austin, Artistic Director) has announced additional casting for their upcoming 30th Anniversary Gala on Monday, October 24 at The Edison Ballroom (240 W. 47th Street). The star-studded cast will be celebrating Abingdon’s milestone 30th anniversary as ATC honors Tony Award winner David Zippel and ATC Board President DMW Greer. 

Santino Fontana, Carolee Carmello, Ruthie Henshall & More to Take Part in Abingdon Theatre Company 30th Anniversary Gala

Abingdon Theatre Company has announced casting for their upcoming 30th Anniversary Gala on Monday, October 24 at The Edison Ballroom. Stars will come out to celebrate Abingdon’s milestone 30th anniversary as ATC honors Tony Award nominee David Zippel and ATC Board President DMW Greer. 

Ruthie Henshall and Jason Manford Will Return as Hosts For MAGIC AT THE MUSICALS

Magic at the Musicals is returning to London's Royal Albert Hall this September, bringing you the most popular and celebrated shows from the West End, and it has been announced on Magic Radio Breakfast that Ruthie Henshall and Jason Manford will both be returning as hosts.

Alice Ellen Wright and Luke Harley Join the Edinburgh Cast of I WISH MY LIFE WERE LIKE A MUSICAL

Alice Ellen Wright, best known for her performances as both Eponine and Fantine in the West End production of Les Misérables, and Luke Harley, renowned for his performances around the UK and internationally as Leo Bloom in The Producers and in Titanic, will join the cast of the Edinburgh production of the award-winning musical revue I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical.

Guest Blog: Jason Gale On The Importance of Theatre in The London Lifestyle Awards

When I first created the London Lifestyle Awards® back in 2009, one of the initial categories that I wrote on my A4 sheet of paper was ‘Theatre Show of the Year’. There were several reasons for doing this and, from the first awards in 2010 right up until this year, it has remained one of the most nominated and most voted for categories across the entire awards.

CHICAGO to Welcome Back Bianca Marroquín as Roxie

The Broadway company of Chicago will welcome back Latina sensation Bianca Marroquín in the role of “Roxie Hart” starting Tuesday, June 21 at the Ambassador Theatre (219 W. 49th St., NYC).

Review Roundup: Ruthie Henshall Stars in Stephen Sondheim's PASSION at Hope Mill Theatre

Read the reviews for Stephen Sondheim's Passion at the Hope Mill Theatre. Sondheim's Passion is a legendary musical based on Ettore Scola's Italian film, Passion d'Amore, starring Ruthie Henshall in the role of Fosca. 

Photos: First Look at Ruthie Henshall in Stephen Sondheim's PASSION at Hope Mill Theatre

Sondheim's Passion is a legendary musical based on Ettore Scola’s Italian film, Passion d’Amore. Situated in 19th Century Italy, the production tells the tale of a young soldier, Giorgio (Dean John-Wilson), who is obsessively pursued by the relation of his superior officer, Fosca (Ruthie Henshall) - a woman prone to severe melancholy and mania.

Ruthie Henshall FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Ruthie Henshall has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

Ruthie Henshall has appeared on London's West End in 12 shows.

Ruthie Henshall's first West End show was Cats which opened in 1981

Best Actress In A Musical (Olivier Awards) for Marguerite , Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Peggy Sue Got Married , Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Chicago Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for She Loves Me and Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Crazy For You .

Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for She Loves Me.

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