Stephanie J. Block
Birth Place: Los Angeles, CA
The Bonner Family To Join Star Studded Tabernacle Choir Benefit Concert (May 30, 2026)
'Broadway Bakes' Returns to Schmackary's With Stars From HADESTOWN, SCHMIGADOON & More (May 26, 2026)
Interview: Scott Thompson of THE MUSIC THAT MAKES ME DANCE! at El Portal (Apr 25, 2026)
BIO
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
Movies
[ 2022 ] Netta
[ 2024 ] Lilli
Awards and Nominations
winner
Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show
Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show
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Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show
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Stephanie J. Block, The Cher Show
Stephanie J. Block, Falsettos
Stephanie J. Block, Falsettos
Stephanie J. Block, Falsettos
Stephanie J. Block, Little Miss Sunshine
Stephanie J. Block, The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Stephanie J. Block, The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Stephanie J. Block, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark
Stephanie J. BlockCats
Stephanie J. Block, 9 to 5
winner
Stephanie J. BlockWicked
Videos
Video: Stephanie J. Block Performs 'So In Love' From KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-10 17:47:21
Video: Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar Perform 'Wunderbar' from KISS, ME KATE Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-02 13:21:37
Video: KISS ME, KATE Cast Performs 'Another Op'nin', Another Show' From PBS Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-02 12:18:57
Video: Watch the Cast of KISS ME, KATE Perform 'Too Darn Hot' From PBS Proshot
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-27 09:57:18
Video: PBS Previews 'Broadway's Best' 2025 GREAT PERFORMANCES Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-05 12:31:03
Exclusive: KISS ME, KATE Comes to the Big Screen; Watch a Sneak Peek of 'Too Darn Hot'
by Team BWW - 2024-11-13 11:34:41
Video: Kelli O'Hara Sings 'Both Sides Now' By Joni Mitchell With Her Daughter
by Michael Major - 2024-11-08 16:07:23
Video: Stephanie J. Block Sings 'So In Love' from KISS ME, KATE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-03 12:24:50
Video: The Cast of KISS ME, KATE in London Perform 'Too Darn Hot'
by Stephi Wild - 2024-06-18 06:57:28
Video: See Stephanie J. Block as Lilli Vanessi in a Photoshoot for KISS ME, KATE at Barbican Centre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-06 12:50:24
Video: Watch Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar in New KISS ME, KATE Trailer
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-16 12:57:27
Video: Stephanie J. Block Wants You to Have a Merry Christmas, (Darling)
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-12-13 13:00:20
Exclusive: Stephanie J. Block Sings 'Manhattan in December' From Forthcoming Christmas Album
by Stephi Wild - 2023-11-02 10:29:46
Video: Cast of INTO THE WOODS Talks Opening Night in Los Angeles
by Alan Henry - 2023-07-03 11:01:07
VIDEO: Stephanie J. Block Sings 'As If We Never Said Goodbye' at the Kennedy Center
by Alan Henry - 2023-02-04 19:30:13
Video: Stephanie J. Block Unpacks Norma Desmond
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-01-28 08:00:20
Video: Stephanie J. Block, Derek Klena & More Get Ready to Bring SUNSET BOULEVARD to the Kennedy Center
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-01-26 09:23:23
News
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square announced that in addition to Donny Osmond, David Foster, Katharine McPhee, Stephanie J. Block, and Sebastian Arcelus, The Bonner Family will also join the Benefit Concert at the Hollywood Bowl.
by Michael Major - May 26, 2026
Schmackary’s is hosting their 7th Broadway Bakes fundraiser this week. Confirmed participants this year include Sara Chase, Alex Brightman, Josh Rivera, Harvey Guillén, Betsy Wolfe, Christopher Sieber, Max Clayton, Marty Lauter, and more!
by Gavin Glynn - Apr 25, 2026
All Roads Theatre Company (ARTCO) will present the World Premiere of the musical revue, THE MUSIC THAT MAKES ME DANCE: THE SONGS OF JULE STYNE. Created by Scott Thompson and Fred Barton, this production celebrates the legendary work of composer Jule Styne. The show features a cast of Broadway headliners, including Anneliese van der Pol, Nick Adams, Lana Gordon, Angel Reda, Rhett George, and Neil Starkenberg, accompanied by an 11-piece LIVE band! This production will run for five performances only, from May 1–3, 2026, at the iconic El Portal Theatre in old town North Hollywood.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 18, 2026
Broadway alum Bill English, known for DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES and ANYTHING GOES, will star as John Adams in 1776 at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in Missouri as part of the venue's 65th anniversary season.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 30, 2026
Get to know one of New York's cabaret performers. Nathens will next appear in Fidelity Theatrical's BRING IT ON in concert at Don't Tell Mama on 4/10.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2026
The Junior Theater Festival celebrated a record-breaking year in 2026 and has unveiled its upcoming dates for 2027. The event showcases young talent and fosters growth in theater arts.
by Stephen Mosher - Feb 17, 2026
Interview: Ruby Westfall And Ellington Berg of THE SEASON at Red Eye Ny
by David Green - Dec 11, 2025
Rachel York joins a starry cast of Broadway peers as Michael Orland and David Green's Musical Theatre University Team Up With Palm Springs Art Museum to bring A Very Broadway Christmas to the desert in the Museum's beautiful Annenberg Theatre for two special nights in December -- December 16 and 17 at 7:00 pm.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2025
Junior Theater Festival Productions has unveiled programming and the lineup of performers who will take part in the 2026 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta & 2026 Junior Theater Festival West.
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!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 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.
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.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 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.
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!
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.
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.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 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.
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.
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!
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!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Stephanie J. Block has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
Stephanie J. Block has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
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 .
Stephanie J. Block has won the following awards: - Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk 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 Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Wicked
Stephanie J. Block's first West End show was Kiss Me, Kate which opened in 2024
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