Beth Leavel
Birth Place: Raleigh, NC, USA
Review: Matthew Lombardo's WHEN PLAYWRIGHTS KILL Slays with Laughter (Apr 14, 2026)
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026 (Apr 8, 2026)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 8, 2026- THE LION KING Tops the Grosses (Apr 8, 2026)
BIO
Beth Leavel received Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and L.A. Drama Critics Awards for her performance as the title character in The Drowsy Chaperone. Lempicka is her 14th Broadway show, following notable turns in The Prom, Baby It’s You, Bandstand, Crazy for You, 42nd Street, and more. Regionally, Beth has performed some of the most iconic roles in musical theatre, including ‘Mama Rose’ in Gypsy at The Muny. She has dazzled and delighted sold-out audiences across America with her award-winning cabaret act. Film/TV credits include Ghosts of Christmas Always, “Walking Dead: World Beyond,” and the last episode of “E.R.” UNC-G alum, and proud recipient of the Human Rights Campaign (WCNY) Ally for Equality Award. This is for T.J., Sam, and Adam. www.bethleavel.net
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
[ 1986 ] Anytime Annie
[ 2014 ] Renee
[ 2018 ] Mrs. June Adams
TV Shows
Val Reilly
Awards and Nominations
Beth Leavel, Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Beth Leavel, The Prom
Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!
Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!
Beth Leavel, Baby It's You!
Beth LeavelAnnie
winner
Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone
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Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone
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Beth Leavel, The Drowsy Chaperone
Videos
Video: Jessica Phillips Sings WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND Title Song
by Joshua Wright - 2025-09-16 17:06:22
Video: Beth Leavel Performs 'Rose's Turn' and 'The Ladies Who Lunch' at 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-08-19 22:58:27
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-18 15:39:31
Video: Bernadette Peters Discusses Her Friendship with Stephen Sondheim
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-15 14:59:00
Video: Bernadette Peters Reveals Her Favorite Stephen Sondheim Song
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-14 17:34:48
Video: Darren Criss Recalls Hilarious Red Carpet Story with Bernadette Peters
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-14 11:13:45
Video: Inside Opening Night of STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - 2025-04-09 12:42:01
Video: Watch Highlights from STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-03-31 15:20:31
Video: Watch Bernadette Peters Sing 'Broadway Baby' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - 2025-03-13 10:05:06
Video: Watch the First SCHMIGADOON! Teaser From the Kennedy Center
by Michael Major - 2024-12-27 13:31:59
Video: Eden Espinosa Sings 'I Will Paint Her' from LEMPICKA
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-08-24 08:31:01
Exclusive: Watch Eden Espinosa and Andrew Samonsky Sing 'Speed' in LEMPICKA
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-05-10 12:01:59
Video: Watch Highlights of Eden Espinosa and More in LEMPICKA on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-03-22 11:11:06
Exclusive: A Writer & His Muses- A Chat with LEMPICKA's Matt Gould & His Leading Ladies
by Robert Bannon - 2024-03-22 17:44:23
Video: Stars of LEMPICKA and HADESTOWN Gather to Celebrate Unveiling of Chavkin Way
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-03-21 10:31:43
Video: First Look At Eden Espinosa, Amber Iman And More In LEMPICKA On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-03-15 21:06:37
Video: Go Inside the First Day of Rehearsals for LEMPICKA on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-02-06 13:19:57
Video: Watch Lea Salonga Perform 'Love Who You Love' at BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-06-25 15:23:04
News
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 14, 2026
Seven years ago, an already hot summer in Boston heated up even more during a pre-Broadway tryout of a truncated version of playwright Matthew Lombardo’s “Tea at Five” at the Huntington Theatre when its star, Academy Award winner Faye Dunaway, was fired after allegations that she physically and verbally assaulted crew members on the troubled production.
by Team BWW - Apr 8, 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this March 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from regional stages across the country.
by - Apr 8, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
The World Premiere of When Playwrights Kill, a new backstage comedy by Matthew Lombardo and directed by Noah Himmelstein, is being presented at The Huntington Theatre. Get an exclusive first look at photos and video!
by - Apr 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 6, 2026
Tony Award nominees Richard Kind and Taylor Louderman and Tony Award winners Beth Leavel and Paulo Szot will star in productions this summer as part of The Muny’s 108th season in Forest Park.
by Luka Vonier - Apr 3, 2026
Things are getting meta in Boston. Perfomances begin tonight at the Huntington Theatre for the World Premiere production of WHEN PLAYWRIGHTS KILL, a new backstage comedy by Matthew Lombardo and directed by Noah Himmelstein. Watch in this video as they all explain what the new play is all about.
by R. Scott Reedy - Mar 27, 2026
After the headline-making 2019 run of his “Tea at Five,” which starred Faye Dunaway, playwright Matthew Lombardo returns to Boston’s Huntington Theatre April 3–18 with his latest effort, “When Playwrights Kill,” a behind-the scenes comedy about an up-and-coming playwright whose Broadway dreams are dashed when his female lead, a famously difficult diva, derails his play’s out-of-town tryout in Boston.
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 20, 2026
The World Premiere production of WHEN PLAYWRIGHTS KILL, a new backstage comedy by Matthew Lombardo and directed by Noah Himmelstein, will be performed in Boston. The cast recently met the press and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!
by Joshua Wright - Mar 10, 2026
Theatre Raleigh is a professional nonprofit theater company recognized for its high-caliber musicals, dramas, and concert series featuring exceptional talent.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026
Rehearsals are underway for the World Premiere production of WHEN PLAYWRIGHTS KILL, a new backstage comedy by Matthew Lombardo (Tea at Five) to be directed by Noah Himmelstein.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
The four-time extended Off-Broadway play Pen Pals welcomes Disney Legend Jodi Benson and Tony Nominee Marcia Mitzman Gaven. Check out photos of them in the show here!
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 Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026
The Muny has selected the seven teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will shape the Tony Award-winning theatre’s 2026 season in Forest Park.
by - Jan 23, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026
All new photos have been released of Randy Graff and Beth Leavel as Bernie and Mags in the off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. They will star in the show through Feb 1. Check out the photos below!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
Randy Graff and Beth Leavel will star as Bernie and Mags in Pen Pals Off-Broadway, playing at the DR2 Theatre. Pen Pals is inspired by a true story and charts five decades of friendship through handwritten letters.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 19, 2026
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Susie Mosher's bi-weekly variety show, a pay-what-you-can concert featuring emerging songwriting talent, and more.
by - Jan 15, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 15, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Beth Leavel, Matt Doyle, and Marissa Jaret Winokur will star alongside Kevin Chamberlin with Adam Heller and Tomás Matos in the World Premiere production of WHEN PLAYWRIGHTS KILL. Learn more here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Beth Leavel has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
Beth Leavel has not appeared in the West End.
DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Prom, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Prom, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Prom, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Prom, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Baby It's You!, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Baby It's You!, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Baby It's You!, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for Annie, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Drowsy Chaperone.
Beth Leavel has won several awards, including Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for The Drowsy Chaperone. She also received the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same show, as well as the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical, also for The Drowsy Chaperone.
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