Sutton Foster
Birth Place: Georgia
Latest News on Sutton Foster:
Center Stage Records Releases New Single From Kennedy Caughell Celebrating WICKED: FOR GOOD (Nov 22, 2025)
Video: Trisha Paytas Is Thrilling Broadway Audiences (Again) (Nov 11, 2025)
Video: Trisha Paytas Makes Her BEETLEJUICE Debut (Nov 5, 2025)
Center Stage Records Releases New Single From Kennedy Caughell Celebrating WICKED: FOR GOOD (Nov 22, 2025)
Video: Trisha Paytas Is Thrilling Broadway Audiences (Again) (Nov 11, 2025)
Video: Trisha Paytas Makes Her BEETLEJUICE Debut (Nov 5, 2025)
BIO
Sutton Foster can be seen in Once Upon a Mattress on Broadway. Broadway: Sweeney Todd, The Music Man (Drama League Distinguished Performance Award), Anything Goes (Tony Award), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Tony Award), Violet, Shrek the Musical (Outer Critics Circle Award), Young Frankenstein, The Drowsy Chaperone, Little Women, Les Misérables, Annie, The Scarlet Pimpernel and Grease. Stage: Once Upon a Mattress (City Center Encores!), Anything Goes (Barbican Theatre), Sweet Charity (The Pershing Square Signature Theatre), The Wild Party (City Center Encores!), Trust (Second Stage), Anyone Can Whistle (City Center Encores!). Television: “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Younger,” “A Million Little Things,” “Instinct,” “Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life,” “ Mad Dogs,” “Elementary,” “Psych,” “Bunheads,” “Royal Pains,” “Law & Order: SVU,” “Flight of the Conchords,” “Sesame Street.” Author: Hooked: How Crafting Saved My Life. She holds an honorary doctorate from Ball State University, where she also teaches.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company One-Night-Only Benefit, 2018
Edith Herbert
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1997
A Star to Be
Dog Catcher
Cecille
Ronnie Boylan
Ensemble
Ronnie Boylan
Dog Catcher
Ensemble
Cecille
A Star to Be
[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 1988
Eponine (Understudy) [Replacement]
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[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Female Ensemble [Replacement]
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Eponine (Understudy) [Replacement]
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Productions
Movies
Shrek the Musical
[ 2013 ] Fiona
[ 2013 ] Fiona
The Angriest Man in Brooklyn
[ 2014 ] Adela Tommy's Girlfriend
[ 2014 ] Adela Tommy's Girlfriend
Gravy
[ 2015 ] Kerry
[ 2015 ] Kerry
Anything Goes
[ 2021 ] Reno Sweeney
[ 2021 ] Reno Sweeney
TV Shows
Bunheads
Michelle Simms
Michelle Simms
Doc McStuffins
Frida
Frida
Ridley Jones
Mama Jones, Mrs. Sanchez
Mama Jones, Mrs. Sanchez
Younger
Liza Miller
Liza Miller
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Once Upon a Mattress
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Distinguished Performance Awards
Sutton Foster, The Music Man
Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sutton Foster, The Music Man
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Sweet Charity
Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award
Sutton Foster, Sweet Charity
The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Sweet Charity
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Violet
Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award
Sutton Foster, Violet
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Violet
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Violet
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Leading Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Anything Goes
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Anything Goes
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Anything Goes
winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Anything Goes
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Shrek the Musical
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Shrek The Musical
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Shrek the Musical
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sutton Foster, The Drowsy Chaperone
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster , Little Women the Musical
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Little Women
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Thoroughly Modern Millie
winner
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Sutton Foster, Thoroughly Modern Millie
Videos
Video: Bobby Flay Reveals Plans for BEAT BOBBY FLAY Broadway Musical
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-18 11:31:06
Video: Michael Urie Recalls Acting With Jessica Chastain While at Juilliard
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-24 15:42:40
Video: Michael Urie Reflects on His Fairytale Broadway Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-04-23 15:43:55
Video: Trisha Paytas Makes Broadway Debut in TRISHA PAYTAS’ BIG BROADWAY DREAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-02-05 12:20:25
Video: Hugh Jackman Calls In Broadway Alum Lauren Blackman For Last-Minute Performance at Radio City
by Michael Major - 2025-01-29 12:07:07
Video: Watch Aaron Tveit Perform 'Mein Herr' From CABARET at MCC MISCAST22
by Michael Major - 2024-09-30 14:44:50
Character Breakdown: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Cast Breaks Down Their Roles
by Joey Mervis - 2024-08-24 16:00:20
Video: Sutton Foster and Carol Burnett Talk ONCE UPON A MATTRESS on SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-11 10:32:36
Video: Jonathan Groff Talks MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, Barbra Streisand, and More!
by Stephi Wild - 2024-04-02 07:20:05
Video: Aaron Tveit & Sutton Foster Are the New Merry Murderers of SWEENEY TODD
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-03-20 12:23:54
Video: How Sutton Foster Juggled SWEENEY TODD & ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Michael Major - 2024-02-27 11:15:10
Video: Joe Locke on His 'Best Friend' Patti LuPone Seeing Him in SWEENEY TODD
by Michael Major - 2024-02-12 14:26:59
Video: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Stars J. Harrison Ghee, Cheyenne Jackson, and Nikki Renee Daniels Gear Up for City Center
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-01-17 18:52:38
News
Center Stage Records Releases New Single From Kennedy Caughell Celebrating WICKED: FOR GOOD
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Center Stage Records has released a new digital single from Kennedy Caughell, featuring a medley of “I’m Not That Girl” and “Defying Gravity” inspired by the new film Wicked: For Good.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025
Center Stage Records has released a new digital single from Kennedy Caughell, featuring a medley of “I’m Not That Girl” and “Defying Gravity” inspired by the new film Wicked: For Good.
Video: Trisha Paytas Is Thrilling Broadway Audiences (Again)
by Joey Mervis - Nov 11, 2025
Viral internet personality Trisha Paytas is now starring as “Maxine Dean” in BEETLEJUICE: The Musical through Sunday, November 23 at The Palace Theatre. Watch in this video as she chats more about joining the cast.
by Joey Mervis - Nov 11, 2025
Viral internet personality Trisha Paytas is now starring as “Maxine Dean” in BEETLEJUICE: The Musical through Sunday, November 23 at The Palace Theatre. Watch in this video as she chats more about joining the cast.
Video: Trisha Paytas Makes Her BEETLEJUICE Debut
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Broadway’s BEETLEJUICE has officially welcomed internet sensation, Trisha Paytas, to the Palace Theatre for her Broadway Debut as “Maxine Dean.” Watch her first entrance and take her bows in new video from the production!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025
Broadway’s BEETLEJUICE has officially welcomed internet sensation, Trisha Paytas, to the Palace Theatre for her Broadway Debut as “Maxine Dean.” Watch her first entrance and take her bows in new video from the production!
Photo: Trisha Paytas as 'Maxine Dean' in BEETLEJUICE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Broadway’s BEETLEJUICE welcomes internet sensation, Trisha Paytas, to the Palace Theatre for her Broadway Debut as Maxine Dean. Get a first look at Paytas on Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Broadway’s BEETLEJUICE welcomes internet sensation, Trisha Paytas, to the Palace Theatre for her Broadway Debut as Maxine Dean. Get a first look at Paytas on Broadway.
Review: HELLO DOLLY! at The White Theatre
by Alan Portner - Nov 4, 2025
“Hello, Dolly!” is a crown jewel of American Musical Theatre. “Dolly” is a jubilant blend of romantic comedy, brassy optimism, and showstopping choreography. Opening night for the White Theatre production of “Dolly” was so surprising and memorable that it earned itself a five-star rating from this reviewer and from its audience writ large.
by Alan Portner - Nov 4, 2025
“Hello, Dolly!” is a crown jewel of American Musical Theatre. “Dolly” is a jubilant blend of romantic comedy, brassy optimism, and showstopping choreography. Opening night for the White Theatre production of “Dolly” was so surprising and memorable that it earned itself a five-star rating from this reviewer and from its audience writ large.
BEETLEJUICE Star Megan McGinnis Takes Over Our Instagram For Halloween
by Michael Major - Oct 30, 2025
Beetlejuice star Megan McGinnis is taking over our Instagram tomorrow, October 31, for Halloween! Tune in to get a backstage look at the hit Broadway musical, just in time for the spookiest day of the year.
by Michael Major - Oct 30, 2025
Beetlejuice star Megan McGinnis is taking over our Instagram tomorrow, October 31, for Halloween! Tune in to get a backstage look at the hit Broadway musical, just in time for the spookiest day of the year.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 28, 2025- Ben Platt and Rachel Zegler to Lead THE LAST FIVE YEARS and More
by - Oct 28, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 28, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, & More at SONG SUNG BLUE Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 27, 2025
Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Sutton Foster, Jim Belushi, Fisher Stevens, and many more attended the AFI Premiere of Song Sung Blue on Sunday, October 26, at the TCL Chinese Theater. Check out photos of the event here.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 27, 2025
Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Sutton Foster, Jim Belushi, Fisher Stevens, and many more attended the AFI Premiere of Song Sung Blue on Sunday, October 26, at the TCL Chinese Theater. Check out photos of the event here.
Photos: Sutton Foster, Bernadette Peters Shine at Fetch Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Sutton Foster and Bernadette Peters headlined the Fetch Pet Gala, raising over $530,000 for lifesaving nonprofits. See photos from the star-studded night!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Sutton Foster and Bernadette Peters headlined the Fetch Pet Gala, raising over $530,000 for lifesaving nonprofits. See photos from the star-studded night!
Sutton Foster and Lea Salonga Highlight McCallum Theatre Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025
Join Sutton Foster and Lea Salonga at the McCallum Theatre's 25/26 Broadway Series, featuring unforgettable performances this November!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025
Join Sutton Foster and Lea Salonga at the McCallum Theatre's 25/26 Broadway Series, featuring unforgettable performances this November!
Trisha Paytas Brings TRISHMAS LIVE! Tour to NJPAC This December
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2025
Media personality and performer Trisha Paytas will bring her new holiday show, Trisha Paytas: Trishmas LIVE!, to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 8 p.m. Learn how to get tickets.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2025
Media personality and performer Trisha Paytas will bring her new holiday show, Trisha Paytas: Trishmas LIVE!, to New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 8 p.m. Learn how to get tickets.
Trisha Paytas' TRISHMAS LIVE! Tour Hits BroadwaySF
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Join Trisha Paytas for her festive TRISHMAS LIVE! tour at BroadwaySF on December 6. Don’t miss her mix of humor and holiday cheer!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2025
Join Trisha Paytas for her festive TRISHMAS LIVE! tour at BroadwaySF on December 6. Don’t miss her mix of humor and holiday cheer!
Trisha Paytas to Join BEETLEJUICE on Broadway for Three Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Trisha Paytas will join the cast of Beetlejuice on Broadway for a limited time! Learn more about Paytas including the character of Maxine Dean that she'll be playing during her Broadway run of Beetlejuice and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Trisha Paytas will join the cast of Beetlejuice on Broadway for a limited time! Learn more about Paytas including the character of Maxine Dean that she'll be playing during her Broadway run of Beetlejuice and see how to purchase tickets.
Meet the Cast of BEETLEJUICE, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Performances are now underway for Beetlejuice the Musical’s third Broadway engagement at the Palace Theatre for a limited 13-week run through January 3, 2026. Meet the new cast of Beetlejuice here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025
Performances are now underway for Beetlejuice the Musical’s third Broadway engagement at the Palace Theatre for a limited 13-week run through January 3, 2026. Meet the new cast of Beetlejuice here!
Interview: Matthew Morrison Brings Solo Tour to Flagstar Strand Theatre
by Emily Schenk - Oct 6, 2025
You know him and love him from his illustrious TV and Broadway roles. Morrison made his debut on Broadway in “Footloose” but his big break came when he was cast as heartthrob Link Larkin in the hit “Hairspray.” Morrison was later nominated for a Tony Award for his role in “The Light in the Piazza,” He also starred as “J.M Barrie” in the musical “Finding Neverland.”
by Emily Schenk - Oct 6, 2025
You know him and love him from his illustrious TV and Broadway roles. Morrison made his debut on Broadway in “Footloose” but his big break came when he was cast as heartthrob Link Larkin in the hit “Hairspray.” Morrison was later nominated for a Tony Award for his role in “The Light in the Piazza,” He also starred as “J.M Barrie” in the musical “Finding Neverland.”
Philip Officer Releases New Single 'I'm Glad I'm Not Young Anymore'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS has released the new single from You Fascinate Me So: Phillip Officer Salutes Mabel Mercer. Learn more about the single and listen here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2025
CENTER STAGE RECORDS has released the new single from You Fascinate Me So: Phillip Officer Salutes Mabel Mercer. Learn more about the single and listen here!
Interview: Tony Danza Celebrates 70 Years of Café Carlyle With SINATRA & STORIES
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 18, 2025
Tony Danza will return to Café Carlyle from September 23 to 27 and October 1 to 2, 2025 with his hit new show, “Tony Danza: Sinatra & Stories.” Read a conversation with Danza about the upcoming run and what the Carlyle's 70th anniversary means to him.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 18, 2025
Tony Danza will return to Café Carlyle from September 23 to 27 and October 1 to 2, 2025 with his hit new show, “Tony Danza: Sinatra & Stories.” Read a conversation with Danza about the upcoming run and what the Carlyle's 70th anniversary means to him.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 12, 2025
by - Sep 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 12, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster and Leslie Odom Jr. to Headline The FetchPet Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster, and Leslie Odom Jr. – will take center stage at the inaugural FetchPet Gala. Learn more about the Gala and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster, and Leslie Odom Jr. – will take center stage at the inaugural FetchPet Gala. Learn more about the Gala and see how to purchase tickets!
Tony-Winner Sutton Foster Will Perform at Kauffman Center With Local Talent
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025
Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster will perform in concert at the Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Thursday, September 11, 2026, joined on stage by performers from Music Theatre Kansas City/
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025
Two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster will perform in concert at the Muriel Kauffman Theatre on Thursday, September 11, 2026, joined on stage by performers from Music Theatre Kansas City/
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Sutton Foster been in?
Sutton Foster has appeared on Broadway in 16 shows.
How many West End shows has Sutton Foster been in?
Sutton Foster has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Sutton Foster's first West End show?
Sutton Foster's first West End show was Anything Goes which opened in 2021
What awards has Sutton Foster been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Once Upon a Mattress, Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for The Music Man, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Music Man, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Sweet Charity, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Sweet Charity, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (The Lortels) for Sweet Charity, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Violet, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Violet, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Violet, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Violet, Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anything Goes, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Shrek the Musical, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Shrek The Musical, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Shrek the Musical, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Women the Musical , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Little Women, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
What awards has Sutton Foster won?
Sutton Foster has won several prestigious awards for her performances in musical theater. She received the Best Leading Actress in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Anything Goes. She also won Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards, both for Anything Goes. Additionally, she earned the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for Anything Goes. Foster was recognized with Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Shrek the Musical, as well as for Thoroughly Modern Millie. Furthermore, she won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for Thoroughly Modern Millie.
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