Sharon Wheatley is an original cast member in the the hit Broadway musical, Come From Away. She has the distinction of being the only actress to appear in Cats, Les Miserables and the Phantom of the Opera on Broadway.
Sharon Wheatley
Sharon Wheatley originated the role of Diane in Come From Away and appears on the cast album. Previous Broadway includes Avenue Q, Les Miserables, Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.
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Sharon Wheatley originated the role of Diane in Come From Away and appears on the cast album. Previous Broadway includes Avenue Q, Les Miserables, Cats and The Phantom of the Opera. Also a writer, her published memoir ‘Til The Fat Girl Sings is available on her website www.sharonwheatley.com and on Amazon. Sharon is joyfully mother to Charlotte (20) and Beatrix (10) who make life worth living. Many thanks to Rachel Hoffman, Craig Holzberg, and Chris Ashley. For Mom and Dad.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Ford's Theater Production, 2016
Performer, Performer [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2006
Angelette Imogene Charlene
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1988
Page [Replacement], Performer (Swing) [Replacement]
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VIDEO: COME FROM AWAY Performs 'Welcome to the Rock' on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2022-07-21 13:10:42
VIDEO: THE BAND'S VISIT, COME FROM AWAY, And More Perform In Bryant Park!
by Alan Henry - 2018-07-26 12:12:53
TV: What Went on Backstage at Broadway Backwards? Go Behind the Scenes!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-04-03 15:26:45
Video Flashback: Newfoundland Meets Broadway on Opening Night of COME FROM AWAY!
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-03-12 16:45:17
VIDEO: Lea Salonga, Mandy Gonzalez & More Celebrate International Women's Day
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-03-08 15:10:14
VIDEO: Tom Brokaw Examines Real-Life Inspiration Behind Broadway's COME FROM AWAY
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-16 09:50:10
TV: Newfoundland Meets Broadway on Opening Night of COME FROM AWAY!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2017-03-13 16:01:56
TV: Fly to the Middle of Nowhere with Highlights from COME FROM AWAY on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-03-10 14:24:13
STAGE TUBE: Jenn Colella Performs High Flying Number from COME FROM AWAY
by Julie Musbach - 2017-02-19 11:19:56
STAGE TUBE: Stars of Broadway-Bound COME FROM AWAY Perform "Welcome to the Rock"
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-02-10 23:12:07
STAGE TUBE: COME FROM AWAY Preps for Journey to Broadway with New Commercial
by Julie Musbach - 2017-02-04 16:15:02
TV: Jenn Colella, Kendra Kassebaum, and Joel Hatch Tell Us About COME FROM AWAY
by Alan Henry - 2016-11-17 14:43:59
STAGE TUBE: Go Behind the Scenes with the Band for the Broadway-Bound COME FROM AWAY in D.C.
by Stage Tube - 2016-09-23 16:29:30
News
FLYING TOWARD THE SUN to Receive 29-Hour Reading at Penguin Rep Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Penguin Rep Theatre will present a 29-hour reading of FLYING TOWARD THE SUN, a new musical about asylum seekers, in New York City. The cast includes Broadway veterans from Come From Away, Lempicka, and Harmony.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026
Penguin Rep Theatre will present a 29-hour reading of FLYING TOWARD THE SUN, a new musical about asylum seekers, in New York City. The cast includes Broadway veterans from Come From Away, Lempicka, and Harmony.
Photos: COME FROM AWAY At Casa Mañana Theatre
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 31, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre closes its Broadway Season with Come From Away, a musical sensation with deep local ties. The show, presented by Autobahn. Check out the photos!
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 31, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre closes its Broadway Season with Come From Away, a musical sensation with deep local ties. The show, presented by Autobahn. Check out the photos!
COME FROM AWAY Begins This Month At Casa Mañana Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre will close its Broadway season with COME FROM AWAY, a musical based on the true story of 7,000 passengers diverted to Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11, including TCU alum and local American Airlines captain Beverley Bass.
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre will close its Broadway season with COME FROM AWAY, a musical based on the true story of 7,000 passengers diverted to Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11, including TCU alum and local American Airlines captain Beverley Bass.
Sharon Wheatley and Aaron Haskell Will Lead World Premiere of MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY, starring Broadway's Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell, will present its world premiere at the Fresh Fruit Festival before extending to Urban Stages.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY, starring Broadway's Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell, will present its world premiere at the Fresh Fruit Festival before extending to Urban Stages.
Sharon Wheatley and Aaron Haskell to Lead MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY at Urban Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell lead Mister Snickers of Neew York City, a new play exploring addiction and queer identity, extending its run to Urban Stages following its Fresh Fruit Festival premiere.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell lead Mister Snickers of Neew York City, a new play exploring addiction and queer identity, extending its run to Urban Stages following its Fresh Fruit Festival premiere.
MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK Extends Run to Urban Stages After Fresh Fruit Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Michael Raimondi's Mister Snickers of New York City, a music-infused play about sobriety and chosen family, will play the Fresh Fruit Festival at The Wild Project before extending to Urban Stages.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Michael Raimondi's Mister Snickers of New York City, a music-infused play about sobriety and chosen family, will play the Fresh Fruit Festival at The Wild Project before extending to Urban Stages.
CRIMSON LIT: SCARLET LETTER SETLIST Industry Reading to Take Place This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024
Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist, a new musical by Krista Knight and Jill Sobule, will have its industry reading at The Tank in December. Learn more about the new musical and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2024
Crimson Lit: Scarlet Letter Setlist, a new musical by Krista Knight and Jill Sobule, will have its industry reading at The Tank in December. Learn more about the new musical and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Stars Arrive at DEATH BECOMES HER on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 24, 2024
Stars came out for the opening of DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles, Tina Fey, Brooke Shields, and more as they arrive on the opening night red carpet here!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 24, 2024
Stars came out for the opening of DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles, Tina Fey, Brooke Shields, and more as they arrive on the opening night red carpet here!
Broadway Stars Pay Tribute to Linda Balgord
by Lauren Hilton - Mar 6, 2024
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of veteran stage actor Linda Balgord. Following the news of her passing, the Broadway community has come together to share memories of Linda Balgord's life & career.
by Lauren Hilton - Mar 6, 2024
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of veteran stage actor Linda Balgord. Following the news of her passing, the Broadway community has come together to share memories of Linda Balgord's life & career.
Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE to Have Industry Reading This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2023
Get the latest updates on the upcoming industry reading of Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE scheduled for this month. Find out the date and location for this highly anticipated event in the entertainment industry.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2023
Get the latest updates on the upcoming industry reading of Sharon Wheatley's DRIVE scheduled for this month. Find out the date and location for this highly anticipated event in the entertainment industry.
Hunter Parrish, Erin Davie & More to Lead BALLAD OF DREAMS Industry Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023
Based on the best-selling novel, Ballad of Dreams a new musical, will get an invite-only industry presentation on October 12, 2023, at Pearl Studios.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023
Based on the best-selling novel, Ballad of Dreams a new musical, will get an invite-only industry presentation on October 12, 2023, at Pearl Studios.
Jenny Case Promoted To Executive Director Of Diversionary Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023
Diversionary Theatre has announced that its Managing Director Jenny Case will be promoted to Executive Director when Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow steps down this month to take on a new role of Artistic Director of Walnut Creek’s Center Rep after an eight-year tenure leading the third-oldest LGTBQIA+ theatre in the United States.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023
Diversionary Theatre has announced that its Managing Director Jenny Case will be promoted to Executive Director when Executive Artistic Director Matt M. Morrow steps down this month to take on a new role of Artistic Director of Walnut Creek’s Center Rep after an eight-year tenure leading the third-oldest LGTBQIA+ theatre in the United States.
La Jolla Playhouse Reveals Complete Programming for 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse has announced complete programming for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse has announced complete programming for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
La Jolla Playhouse Announces Initial Projects for 2023 WOW Festival Featuring Theatre, Dance, Music & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the initial projects for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the initial projects for its 2023 Without Walls (WOW) Festival of immersive and site-inspired work.
COME FROM AWAY Creators & Cast Members to Join STARS IN THE HOUSE Game Night
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2022
Come From Away's Astrid Van Wieren, James Seol, Petrina Bromley, Sharon Wheatley, and creators Irene Sankoff and David Hein will join Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley for a Stars in the House Game Night, October 3, at 8pm ET/5pm PT.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2022
Come From Away's Astrid Van Wieren, James Seol, Petrina Bromley, Sharon Wheatley, and creators Irene Sankoff and David Hein will join Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley for a Stars in the House Game Night, October 3, at 8pm ET/5pm PT.
Jenn Colella, Petrina Bromley, and Josh Breckenridge Will Return to COME FROM AWAY For Final Two Weeks On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2022
COME FROM AWAY will welcome original Broadway cast members Josh Breckenridge, Petrina Bromley and Jenn Colella back to “The Rock” for the show's final two weeks on Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2022
COME FROM AWAY will welcome original Broadway cast members Josh Breckenridge, Petrina Bromley and Jenn Colella back to “The Rock” for the show's final two weeks on Broadway!
Photos: WICKED, FUNNY GIRL, 1776 And More Take The Stage At Broadway in Bryant Park
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 18, 2022
Broadway in Bryant Park is back! iHeartMedia New York's 106.7 LITE FM returned yesterday for the second performance in the 2022 season of the beloved series. See photos from today's show!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 18, 2022
Broadway in Bryant Park is back! iHeartMedia New York's 106.7 LITE FM returned yesterday for the second performance in the 2022 season of the beloved series. See photos from today's show!
VIDEO: COME FROM AWAY Performs 'Welcome to the Rock' on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - Jul 21, 2022
Watch the cast of Come From Away perform 'Wecome to the Rock' on TODAY this morning, as part of the show's Citi Music Series. The performance featured Jenn Collela, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Sharone Sayegh, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, and more.
by Michael Major - Jul 21, 2022
Watch the cast of Come From Away perform 'Wecome to the Rock' on TODAY this morning, as part of the show's Citi Music Series. The performance featured Jenn Collela, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Sharone Sayegh, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, and more.
COME FROM AWAY to Perform on the TODAY SHOW on Thursday
by Michael Major - Jul 18, 2022
COME FROM AWAY currently features Jenn Colella, Petrina Bromley, De'Lon Grant, Becky Gulsvig, Caesar Samayoa, James Seol, Q. Smith, Sharone Sayegh, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Jim Walton, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, Monette McKay, Happy McPartlin and Julie Reiber.
by Michael Major - Jul 18, 2022
COME FROM AWAY currently features Jenn Colella, Petrina Bromley, De'Lon Grant, Becky Gulsvig, Caesar Samayoa, James Seol, Q. Smith, Sharone Sayegh, Astrid Van Wieren, Emily Walton, Jim Walton, Gene Weygandt, Sharon Wheatley, Paul Whitty, Josh Breckenridge, John Jellison, Tony LePage, Monette McKay, Happy McPartlin and Julie Reiber.
COME FROM AWAY Canceled Tonight Due to Covid-19
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2022
Come From Away on Broadway has been canceled tonight due to the detection of Covid-19 cases within the company.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2022
Come From Away on Broadway has been canceled tonight due to the detection of Covid-19 cases within the company.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sharon Wheatley been in?
Sharon Wheatley has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Sharon Wheatley been in?
Sharon Wheatley has not appeared in the West End.
Podcasts
We’re No Dum Dums (feat. Sharon Wheatley and Martha Donaldson)
We have a fierce double whammy for you folks today! Sharon Wheatley (“Come From Away”) and Martha Donaldson – Wheatley (Gregarious Stage Manager) have invited us to their home on a very late post-show evening right in the heart of the theatre district!
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