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BIO

Broadway: ELF, Annie Get Your Gun, Damn Yankees, Steel Pier, Sally Marr and Her Escorts, Song And Dance, Cats. Off-Broadway: Showing Off, The World Goes 'Round, Wanda's World. National Tours: Hello Dolly, Song And Dance, The World Goes 'Round (Jefferson award, Helen Hayes nomination), Damn Yankees (Helen Hayes nomination). Regional Theater: Over 20 roles. Film/TV: Sleepless In Seattle, Ordinary Heroes, You Look Just Like Him, All My Children. Husband: Mark Lotito. Children: Luca and Giovanni. Visit her children’s album Green Beans on the Floor at ValerieWright.info and on Facebook.

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STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
North American Tour, 2024
Kimberly (Standby)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Betsy Foster

[Broadway]
Broadway Return Production, 2012
Deb

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Deb

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Ms. Dinglederry / Mrs. Butternut

[New York]
Reading, 2003
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1999
Dolly Tate

Annie Oakley (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Bette Becker

Couple #17

Rita Racine (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1994
Escort #1

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Lola (Standby) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1985
A Single (Understudy)

Woman in Gold (Understudy)

Woman in Blue (Understudy)

Woman (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Victoria [Replacement]


Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

Valerie WrightThe World Goes Round

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KIMBERLY AKIMBO Comes to Los Angeles Next Week

KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and the most critically-acclaimed musical of its season, will make its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre for a limited three-week engagement, from October 15 – November 3, 2024.
Interview: Emily Koch's Excited KIMBERLY AKIMBO's Playing at Her Hometown's Pantages

Next up at the Pantages, the Tony Award-winning KIMBERLY AKIMBO opening October 15, 2024. Jessica Stone directs the cast of: Carolee Carmello, Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, Pierce Wheeler; with Sarah Lynn Marion, Regene Seven Odon, Marcus Phillips, Bailey Ryon, Brandon Springman and Valerie Wright. Got a chance to pepper Emily with some behind-the-scenes queries.
Photo/Video: Carolee Carmello Leads KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the National Tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO. The production stars three-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello as Kimberly, Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, and Pierce Wheeler.
Review Roundup: KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

The national tour of Kimberly Akimbo, led by Carolee Carmello, is now underway! Read the reviews for the touring production of Kimberly Akimbo here!
Video: Watch Carolee Carmello & the KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour's First Curtain Call

Carolee Carmello and the national tour of Kimberly Akimbo started their 'Great Adventure' in Denver over the weekend! Joining Carmello in the production is Miguel Gil, Jim Hogan, Emily Koch, Dana Steingold, Grace Capeless, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Darron Hayes, and Pierce Wheeler. Watch the video!
KIMBERLY AKIMBO is Coming to BroadwaySF's Curran Theatre

The five-time Tony Award winning musical, KIMBERLY AKIMBO, will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil Sing 'Now' at KIMBERLY AKIMBO Tour Sitzprobe

Watch Carolee Carmello and Miguel Gil sing 'Now' during the Kimberly Akimbo North American Tour sitzprobe in the video here!
Video: Emily Koch Sings 'Better' from KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

It was announced this morning, Emily Koch will be taking on the role of Debra in the Kimberly Akimbo national tour. Yesterday, she performed her big number 'Better' at Broadway in Chicago's summer concert. Watch the complete performance!
Full Cast Set For Carolee Carmello-Led KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour

As previously announced, Carolee Carmello will lead the cast of the National Tour of Kimberly Akimbo, which kicks off next month. Learn more about the full cast here!
THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE Comes to the Weathervane Theatre This Month

Weathervane Theatre will present the premiere of the musical revue THE STORY GOES ON: THE SONGS OF MALTBY AND SHIRE.
Kornfeld, Bogart, and More Set for Theatre Aspen's 2024 Summer Season

Theatre Aspen has announced the complete casts for Theatre Aspen's 41st summer season, including Steel Magnolias, Legally Blonde The Musical, and Come From Away.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW New Hampshire Awards; Voting Ends 12/31

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW New Hampshire Awards; NEWSIES THE MUSICAL, CRUCIBLE, Arts In Motion & More Lead!

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards; NEWSIES THE MUSICAL, CRUCIBLE, Arts In Motion & More Lead!

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards December 5th Standings; NEWSIES THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld New Hampshire Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Broadway Veteran Valerie Wright Steps Into Weathervane Theatre's World Premiere of PRIMARY

Broadway performer Valerie Wright will step into the principal role of Mary Charles in Weathervane Theatre's world premiere of Primary, a new play by Kelly Strandemo. She replaces Deborah Osborne who is currently out due to illness.
Interview: Aaron Gandy, Composer of THE CRINOLYNNS, Talks Music, Collaboration and Writing an 'Actor-Proof Show' at Stage Right!

It's not every day you get to see the development of a new musical in real time, let alone one with major Broadway talent attached. I've been lucky enough to see the development of The Crinolynns, a new musical by composer Aaron Gandy and librettist/lyricist Scott Logdson, through the first stages of its development.
Donna Lynne Champlin, Sally Mayes, and Valerie Wright Star In Presentation Of New Musical, THE CRINOLYNNS

Tickets go on sale on Friday, September 1st for Broadway/Television/Film Stars Donna Lynne Champlin, Sally Mayes, and Valerie Wright in the world premiere concert of the new musical, THE CRINOLYNNS. The concert will take place on September 30th in Latrobe, Pennsylvania.
Champlin, Mayes, And Wright Will Lead Concert Premiere Of New Girl Group Musical, THE CRINOLYNNS

Donna Lynne Champlin, Sally Mayes, and Valerie Wright will headline the world premiere concert of the new musical, THE CRINOLYNNS. Greensburg's Stage Right! and their GhostLight Initiative will present the show at the Carey Performing Arts Center on the campus of Saint Vincent's College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania on Saturday, September 30th.
Review: The Goodspeed's GYPSY is a Real Good Time!

They say “April showers bring May flowers” and the Goodspeed expertly planted their garden perfectly: This May and June, Everything is coming up roses, with Gypsy!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Valerie Wright been in?

Valerie Wright has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Valerie Wright been in?

Valerie Wright has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Valerie Wright been nominated for?

Valerie Wright has been nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for her performance in The World Goes Round.

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