Yesenia Ayala
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BIO
Broadway: West Side Story (Drama Desk Nominee, Best Supporting Actress), Carousel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Regional: Destiny of Desire (Old Globe). Film/TV: West Side Story, Incarcerated, “Fosse/Verdon,” “Modern Love.” Off-Broadway: Sweet Charity, Trip of Love. Other: Bombshell: In Concert, Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Three-time Chita Rivera Award Nominee for Best Female Dancer and Winner for Best Ensemble (Carousel).
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Cast members making their Broadway debut: Elliott Mattox, Amy Quanbeck, Yesenia Ayala, Ryan Sell, Ryan Foust and Jake Ryan Flynn during the Actors' Equity Gypsy Robe Ceremony honoring Katie Webber for 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' at the Lunt-Fonta
Date:
04/24/2017
From: Exclusive Photo Coverage: Inside CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY's Gypsy Robe Ceremony!
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Ensemble, Veruca Salt (Understudy)
Productions
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Connection
Movies
West Side Story
[ 2021 ] Clary
[ 2021 ] Clary
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Yesenia Ayala, West Side Story
Videos
Video: Peck, Drury, and More Discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-06-02 11:59:53
VIDEO: Watch 'Fallaste Corazón' from DESTINY OF DESIRE at The Old Globe
by Alan Henry - 2023-06-23 12:35:12
Video: The Cast of DESTINY OF DESIRE Performs 'El Destino del Deseo' in Rehearsal
by Stephi Wild - 2023-05-15 05:34:22
TV: What Does WEST SIDE STORY Mean to You? Broadway Stars Answer on the Opening Night Red Carpet!
by TV - Red Carpets - 2020-02-21 11:57:06
VIDEO: Isaac Powell Sings WEST SIDE STORY's 'Something's Coming'
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-12-16 15:11:34
VIDEO: Get A First Look At CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY on Broadway
by Alan Henry - 2017-04-21 18:56:59
STAGE TUBE: Feel the Rhythm of Life with Highlights from Sutton Foster- Led SWEET CHARITY!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-11-18 12:35:57
TV: There's Nothing Better Than This- Meet the Cast of Sutton Foster-Led SWEET CHARITY!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-10-04 13:59:33
TV: How Will Sutton Foster-Led SWEET CHARITY Be Different from Others? Director Leigh Silverman Tells All!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-08-14 10:00:01
TV: Travel Back to the 60's with a Sneak Peek of TRIP OF LOVE!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-09-30 11:43:00
News
Immersive Play By Ex-Googler Turns Audience Into Tech Startup Hires
by Joshua Wright - Aug 4, 2026
A former Google employee has written an immersive play that casts audience members as new employees at a fictional tech startup, blending theater with workplace satire.
by Joshua Wright - Aug 4, 2026
A former Google employee has written an immersive play that casts audience members as new employees at a fictional tech startup, blending theater with workplace satire.
THE WHOLE SKY ALL DIAMONDS Immersive Play to Open in Greenpoint
by Joshua Wright - Jul 30, 2026
An immersive play set inside a fictional tech startup will run at Loft Story in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, casting audience members as new hires navigating the company's unraveling.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 30, 2026
An immersive play set inside a fictional tech startup will run at Loft Story in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, casting audience members as new hires navigating the company's unraveling.
THE WHOLE SKY ALL DIAMONDS Immersive Play Will Open in Brooklyn
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
THE WHOLE SKY ALL DIAMONDS is an immersive theatrical experience in which audience members take on the roles of employees at a tech startup, blurring the line between spectator and participant.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 22, 2026
THE WHOLE SKY ALL DIAMONDS is an immersive theatrical experience in which audience members take on the roles of employees at a tech startup, blurring the line between spectator and participant.
BODAS, a Bilingual Adaptation of BLOOD WEDDING Will Receive Industry Reading
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026
De La Flor Company announced an industry reading of BODAS, a bilingual adaptation of Federico García Lorca's Blood Wedding, directed by Matías De La Flor, at Theatre 555 in New York City.
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2026
De La Flor Company announced an industry reading of BODAS, a bilingual adaptation of Federico García Lorca's Blood Wedding, directed by Matías De La Flor, at Theatre 555 in New York City.
Photos: CHICAGO's Bianca Marroquín Receives Sardi's Caricature
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 24, 2025
Bianca Marroquín, who recently starred in Chicago on Broadway, has received her caricature at the iconic Sardi's! BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling of her portrait and you can check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 24, 2025
Bianca Marroquín, who recently starred in Chicago on Broadway, has received her caricature at the iconic Sardi's! BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling of her portrait and you can check out photos here!
WEST SIDE STORY To Be Presented By Houston Grand Opera to In January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
On January 31, 2025, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will open blockbuster musical West Side Story, created by composer Leonard Bernstein, lyricist Stephen Sondheim, choreographer Jerome Robbins, and playwright Arthur Laurents.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024
On January 31, 2025, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) will open blockbuster musical West Side Story, created by composer Leonard Bernstein, lyricist Stephen Sondheim, choreographer Jerome Robbins, and playwright Arthur Laurents.
ILLINOISE Now Available the Watch at the Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2024
Illinoise was filmed by the Theater on Film and Tape Archive in July 2024, and is now accessible at the Library for the Performing Arts.
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2024
Illinoise was filmed by the Theater on Film and Tape Archive in July 2024, and is now accessible at the Library for the Performing Arts.
ILLINOISE Concludes Broadway Run
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 10, 2024
Broadway says goodbye to Illinoise, which takes its final bow at the St. James Theatre Theatre following 116 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Sunset Boulevard, which begins performances on September 28, 2024.
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 10, 2024
Broadway says goodbye to Illinoise, which takes its final bow at the St. James Theatre Theatre following 116 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Sunset Boulevard, which begins performances on September 28, 2024.
ILLINOISE Will Host Album Vinyl Signings Following Wednesday Matinee Performances
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
The Tony Award-winning new musical ILLINOISE will host signings for the ILLINOISE Original Cast Album Vinyl with members of the cast following the three remaining Wednesday matinee performances.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
The Tony Award-winning new musical ILLINOISE will host signings for the ILLINOISE Original Cast Album Vinyl with members of the cast following the three remaining Wednesday matinee performances.
ILLINOISE Adds Three Matinee Performances To Broadway Run
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2024
The Tony Award-winning new musical ILLINOISE featuring Tony-winning choreography by Justin Peck has added three matinee performances to its strictly limited engagement through Saturday, August 10 at the St. James Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2024
The Tony Award-winning new musical ILLINOISE featuring Tony-winning choreography by Justin Peck has added three matinee performances to its strictly limited engagement through Saturday, August 10 at the St. James Theatre
Video: Watch the Cast of ILLINOISE Perform 'Jacksonville'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024
The cast of Illinoise stopped by The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on Tuesday to perform the number Jacksonville from the Tony Award-nominated musical. Watch the performance now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024
The cast of Illinoise stopped by The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on Tuesday to perform the number Jacksonville from the Tony Award-nominated musical. Watch the performance now!
Video: Peck, Drury, and More Discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 2, 2024
Watch Justin Peck, Jackie Sibbles Drury, and Shara Nova discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 2, 2024
Watch Justin Peck, Jackie Sibbles Drury, and Shara Nova discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING in the video here!
Listen: ILLINOISE Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024
The original Broadway Cast Recording of Illinoise: A New Musical is available today, May 31, on all digital platforms. Listen to the full album here!
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024
The original Broadway Cast Recording of Illinoise: A New Musical is available today, May 31, on all digital platforms. Listen to the full album here!
ILLINOISE to Release Original Broadway Cast Recording - Two Tracks Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024
Nonesuch Records will release a recording of the current Tony-nominated Broadway show Illinoise: A New Musical. Listen to two tracks now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024
Nonesuch Records will release a recording of the current Tony-nominated Broadway show Illinoise: A New Musical. Listen to two tracks now!
Photos: Cast & Creatives Celebrate Gala Opening of ILLINOISE
by Bruce Glikas - May 10, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony-nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until this week to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. Check out photos of the cast and creative team here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 10, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony-nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until this week to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. Check out photos of the cast and creative team here!
Photos: See Rachel Zegler, Julianne Hough & More at ILLINOISE Gala Celebration
by Bruce Glikas - May 9, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until Tuesday night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the star-studded arrivals here.
by Bruce Glikas - May 9, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until Tuesday night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the star-studded arrivals here.
Photos: Inside ILLINOISE's Gala Performance Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until last night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until last night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Review Roundup: ILLINOISE Arrives on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 26, 2024
The Broadway critics are weighing in for the final time of the 2023/24 season! Illinoise is officially open on Broadway at the St. James Theatre, making it eligible for 2024 Tony Awards consideration. Check out what the critics are saying!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 26, 2024
The Broadway critics are weighing in for the final time of the 2023/24 season! Illinoise is officially open on Broadway at the St. James Theatre, making it eligible for 2024 Tony Awards consideration. Check out what the critics are saying!
Photos: First Look at ILLINOISE on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
All new photos have been released of the cast of the new Broadway musical Illinoise! Illinoise is now playing at Broadway's St. James Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2024
All new photos have been released of the cast of the new Broadway musical Illinoise! Illinoise is now playing at Broadway's St. James Theatre.
ILLINOISE Launches Rush and Lottery Policies
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024
The producers of ILLINOISE have announced discounted rush and lottery policies once performances begin at the St. James Theatre on April 24th, 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024
The producers of ILLINOISE have announced discounted rush and lottery policies once performances begin at the St. James Theatre on April 24th, 2024.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Yesenia Ayala been in?
Yesenia Ayala has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Yesenia Ayala been in?
Yesenia Ayala has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Yesenia Ayala been nominated for?
and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for West Side Story.
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