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Stephanie J. Block

Birth Place: Los Angeles, CA

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Broadway: The Cher Show (Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle Award Winner), Falsettos (Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations), The Mystery of Edwin Drood (Tony, Drama Desk nominations), Anything Goes, 9 to 5: The Musical (Drama Desk nomination), The Pirate Queen, The Boy from Oz, Wicked. Off-Broadway: Brigadoon (Encores); Little Miss Sunshine (Drama Desk nomination); By the Way, Meet Vera Stark (Drama Desk nomination). Film & Television: “iMorcecai,” “Bluff City Law,” “Rise,” “Madam Secretary,” “Orange Is the New Black,” “Homeland,” “It Could Be Worse,” “Stephanie J. Block Live from Lincoln Center” for Great Performances on PBS. She currently co-hosts & co-produces Stages Podcast with Marylee Fairbanks and can be accessed wherever you get your podcasts.

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STAGE CREDITS

Kiss Me, Kate Kiss Me, Kate
[West End]
2024
Lilli Vanessi
Katharine
Lilli Vanessi
Katharine
Into the Woods Into the Woods
[US Tour]
US Tour, 2023
The Baker's Wife
Into the Woods Into the Woods
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Cher Show The Cher Show
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
"Star" Cher
The Cher Show The Cher Show
[Chicago]
World Premiere, 2018
Cher
Brigadoon Brigadoon
[Off-Broadway]
City Center Concert Production, 2017
Performer
Falsettos Falsettos
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Trina
Little Miss Sunshine Little Miss Sunshine
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2013
Sheryl Hoover
The Mystery of Edwin Drood The Mystery of Edwin Drood
[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2012
Edwin Drood
By the Way, Meet Vera Stark By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2011
Gloria Mitchell
Anything Goes Anything Goes
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2011
Reno Sweeney [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
9 to 5: The Musical 9 to 5: The Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Judy Bernly
9 to 5: The Musical 9 to 5: The Musical
[Los Angeles]
World Premiere, 2008
The Pirate Queen The Pirate Queen
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Grace (Grania) O'Malley
Wicked (1st National Tour) Wicked (1st National Tour)
[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Elphaba [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
Wicked Wicked
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Boy From Oz The Boy From Oz
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Liza Minnelli
Wicked
[San Francisco (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2003
Ensemble

Movies

iMordecai
[ 2022 ] Netta
Kiss Me, Kate: The Musical
[ 2024 ] Lilli

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show


winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show

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

Stephanie J. Block, Falsettos

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, Falsettos

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, Falsettos

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, Little Miss Sunshine

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, The Mystery of Edwin Drood

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, The Mystery of Edwin Drood

Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Stephanie J. Block, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark

Kevin Kline Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical

Stephanie J. BlockCats

Drama Desk Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Stephanie J. Block, 9 to 5


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

Stephanie J. BlockWicked

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Photos: Inside Second Stage's Gala, Honoring Melissa & Gregory Fleming and James Lap Photo
Photos: Inside Second Stage's Gala, Honoring Melissa & Gregory Fleming and James Lapine
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 11, 2025

Second Stage Theater celebrated its Fall Gala, honoring lifelong supporters of the arts, Melissa and Gregory Fleming, and director and playwright James Lapine. The gala featured a one-night-only evening of entertainment directed by Susan Stroman, with music direction by Andrew Resnick, and hosted by Andrew Rannells. Check out photos here!
Winokur, Chamberlin, Snyder And York Celebrate A VERY BROADWAY CHRISTMAS In Palm Spri Photo
Winokur, Chamberlin, Snyder And York Celebrate A VERY BROADWAY CHRISTMAS In Palm Springs
by David Green - Nov 11, 2025

Michael Orland and David Green's Musical Theatre University Team Up With PS Art Museum to bring A Very Broadway Christmas to Palm Springs in the Museum's beautiful Annenberg Theatre for two special nights in December -- December 16 and 17 at 7:00 pm. Joining the talented students and alumni of Musical Theatre University (MTU) are Broadway powerhouses Tony Winner Marissa Jaret Winokur, Kevin Chamberlin, James Snyder and Rachel York in a ninety-minute holiday celebration featuring favorite songs of the season, old and new, and fully-staged and choreographed production numbers by the MTU singers, under the musical direction of Michael Orland.
Jason Alexander, Christine Ebersole, And Michael Urie To Lead New Script-in-Hand Seri Photo
Jason Alexander, Christine Ebersole, And Michael Urie To Lead New Script-in-Hand Series At Palm Springs’ Plaza Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2025

Palm Springs’ Plaza Theatre will debut rePLAY, a new benefit series featuring all-star casts in comedies directed by Susan Stroman, Philip Wm. McKinley, and David Zippel. Find out how to get tickets and all the details.
Stephanie J. Block to Kick Off Aventura’s Broadway Concert Series Photo
Stephanie J. Block to Kick Off Aventura’s Broadway Concert Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025

The City of Aventura will present the 2025/2026 Aventura Broadway Concert Series, bringing Broadway’s brightest stars and show-stopping performances to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.
Tony-Winner Stephanie J. Block and More Come to Aventura Arts & Cultural Center This¿ Photo
Tony-Winner Stephanie J. Block and More Come to Aventura Arts & Cultural Center This November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2025

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center has announced a dynamic November lineup featuring flamenco, Broadway hits, comedy, classical piano, and more. Highlights include Crónica de un suceso, Best of Broadway, Tony Award winner Stephanie J. Block, and the annual Young Stars Showcase celebrating South Florida talent.
Stephanie J. Block, Christian Borle and More to Perform at Second Stage Theater's Fal Photo
Stephanie J. Block, Christian Borle and More to Perform at Second Stage Theater's Fall Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

Second Stage Theater’s Fall Gala will honor lifelong supporters of the arts, Melissa and Gregory Fleming, and director and playwright James Lapine. Learn more about the gala here!
Interview: Teal Wicks of & JULIET at Segerstrom Center For The Arts Photo
Interview: Teal Wicks of & JULIET at Segerstrom Center For The Arts
by Melissa Heckscher - Sep 5, 2025

BroadwayWorld talks with Teal Wicks, who plays Anne Hathaway in & Juliet, about what it was like to turn the classic Shakespeare tragedy into a 2 1/2 hour musical party featuring one hit song after another.
Jim Caruso and Matt Baker Return to Bemelmans at the Carlyle Hotel Photo
Jim Caruso and Matt Baker Return to Bemelmans at the Carlyle Hotel
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2025

Jim Caruso & Matt Baker will hold court at Bemelmans Bar at The Carlyle Hotel for the fourteenth year, entertaining with their evening of swinging standards on Sunday nights from 9pm to midnight. 
Tony-Winner Stephanie J. Block, Megan Hilty, Norbert Leo Butz and More Set for Aventu Photo
Tony-Winner Stephanie J. Block, Megan Hilty, Norbert Leo Butz and More Set for Aventura Arts & Cultural Center 2025/2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center will celebrate its 15th anniversary season in 2025/2026 with concerts, Broadway stars, comedy, tributes, and dance in Aventura, FL. Highlights include performances by Stephanie J. Block, Megan Hilty, Donna McKechnie, Norbert Leo Butz, and more.
Miller & Harlow to Present COLORADO SILVER at 54 Below Photo
Miller & Harlow to Present COLORADO SILVER at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025

54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will present Miller & Harlow’s new golden age folk musical Colorado Silver in concert. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot Photo
Video: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip of 'So In Love' The West End proshot is now available to watch on PBS.from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block. Watch it now!
Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Pr Photo
Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Stephanie J. Block. In the clip, divorced couple Lilli (Block) and Fred (Adrian Dunbar) express their love for each other in the song 'Wunderbar.' Watch it now!
Video: KISS ME, KATE Cast Performs 'Another Op'nin', Another Show' From PBS Proshot Photo
Video: KISS ME, KATE Cast Performs 'Another Op'nin', Another Show' From PBS Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025

PBS Great Performances recently shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate. . In the clip, the cast of 'The Taming of the Shrew' prepares for opening night with 'Another Op'nin', Another Show.' Watch it now!
Review: 9 TO 5 Takes Center Stage at Carrollwood Players Theatre Photo
Review: 9 TO 5 Takes Center Stage at Carrollwood Players Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - Jun 1, 2025

9 to 5: The Musical is a stage adaptation of the 1980 film of the same name, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. This outlandish musical comedy features a book by Patricia Resnick, and is based on the screenplay by Resnick and Colin Higgins.
Video: Watch the Cast of KISS ME, KATE Perform 'Too Darn Hot' From PBS Proshot Photo
Video: Watch the Cast of KISS ME, KATE Perform 'Too Darn Hot' From PBS Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2025

PBS Great Performances has shared a new clip from the West End proshot of Kiss Me, Kate, starring Tony Winner Stephanie J. Block. In the clip, the cast can be seen performing the show-stopping number 'Too Darn Hot.' Watch it now!
Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Celebrates THE SWING SET: DELUXE EDITION at Birdland Photo
Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Celebrates THE SWING SET: DELUXE EDITION at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025

At Birdland on Monday night, a sold-out audience gathered for Jim Caruso’s Cast Party, which marked the re-release of Caruso’s 2011 album 'The Swing Set,' now available as a Deluxe Edition from Club44 Records. See photos here!
Photos: Lincoln Center Theater Celebrates Ruby Jubilee Gala Photo
Photos: Lincoln Center Theater Celebrates Ruby Jubilee Gala
by Jennifer Broski - May 20, 2025

Jason Danieley directed Lincoln Center Theater’s Ruby Jubilee Gala, one night only event featuring songs from LCT productions spanning four decades, performed by beloved Broadway stars. We have photos from inside the big night here.
Interview: Theatre Life with Steven Reineke Photo
Interview: Theatre Life with Steven Reineke
by Elliot Lanes - May 16, 2025

Today’s subject Maestro Steven Reineke is currently living his theatre and music life to the max as the Principal Pops Conductor for YOUR National Symphony Orchestra (NSO.) He has held that position since 2011 after debuting with the symphony the year before. His upcoming appearances with the NSO at Kennedy Center include a symphonic screening of The Wizard of Oz on May 22nd at 8:00 and Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony on June 26th and 27th at 8:00.
Listen: Jim Caruso's THE SWING SET: DELUXE EDITION Out Now Photo
Listen: Jim Caruso's THE SWING SET: DELUXE EDITION Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Club44 Records has released Jim Caruso’s The Swing Set: Deluxe Edition – the urbane baritone’s smart and sophisticated romp through the Great American Songbook. Listen here!
Interview: Jim Caruso Dishes on the Remastered SWING SET: DELUXE EDITION Photo
Interview: Jim Caruso Dishes on the Remastered SWING SET: DELUXE EDITION
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 16, 2025

The urbane baritone’s smart and sophisticated romp through the Great American Songbook is out 5/16, in streaming and digital formats from Club44 Records. Read a conversation with Caruso about the remastered Swing Set.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Stephanie J. Block been in?

Stephanie J. Block has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Stephanie J. Block been in?

Stephanie J. Block has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What awards has Stephanie J. Block been nominated for?

Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Cher Show, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Cher Show, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Cher Show, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Cher Show, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Falsettos, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Falsettos, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Falsettos, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Miss Sunshine, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Mystery of Edwin Drood, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for By the Way, Meet Vera Stark , Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Cats, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for 9 to 5 and Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Wicked .

What awards has Stephanie J. Block won?

Stephanie J. Block has won several prestigious awards for her performances. She received the Outstanding Actress in a Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for The Cher Show. Additionally, she won the Outstanding Actress in a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same show. Stephanie also earned the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Cher Show. Furthermore, she was honored with the Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production award at the Helen Hayes Awards for her role in Wicked.

What was Stephanie J. Block's first West End show?

Stephanie J. Block's first West End show was Kiss Me, Kate which opened in 2024

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