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C.E. was most recently seen in Tracey Morgan’s new TV show “OG” as a featured singer. On stage he was recently seen in The Color Purple Broadway Revival National Tour as Ol’ Mister and the Preacher. C.E. was also seen in “Man of La Mancha” as the Padre’, in “Rock of Ages” as Ja’Keith Gill and as Noah T.”Horse” Simmons in The Full Monty at the Alpine Theater Project in Whitefish, Montana. He was Brother Amon in the Tony nominated musical ‘Leap of Faith’ on Broadway and is featured on the cast CD. He also starred as King Maximillian in the North Carolina Theater’s production of ‘Cinderella’. At the Milwaukee Rep he starred in the world premier of ‘Soultime at the Apollo’ as the title character ‘Soultime’. He originated the character of Titus in the workshop of the Broadway bound musical ‘Leap of Faith’ and at it World Premier at the Ahmanson Theater in Los Angeles that also starred Brook Shields. At the Maine State Musical Theater he was seen as Amonasro in ‘Aida’ and as Noah T. “Horse” Simmons in ‘The Full Monty”. At the Denver Center Musical Theater he starred as ‘The Man’ in ‘Crowns, a role he also did in Philadelphia at the Prince Theater. He was also a featured soloist in the world premier of ‘I Can’t Stop Loving You’ at the Show Room Theater in the Eldorado Casino and Hotel complex in Reno, Nevada and the Auditorium de Lyon in Lyon France. He was also a featured soloist in a Motown Review at the world famous Sport Club in Monte Carlo. C.E. appeared in the National Tour of ' Black Broadway' just after finishing the National Tour of ‘The Full Monty'. He is also an original cast member of the Broadway production of 'The Full Monty’ that earned 10 Tony Awards nominations and was also in the San Diego Old Globe Theater World Premier. He has appeared in the Broadway production of ‘It Ain't Nothing But the Blues’, which garnered 4 Tony nominations and is also a featured soloist on the Broadway cast album. He has also starred in the Seattle Rep. Theater production of the Broadway musical " Play On' in the Tony nominated role of Jester. In Cleveland, C.E. was featured in the Cleveland Playhouse production of 'Blues in the Night' as The Man in the Saloon. C.E. also originated the role of C.J. in the Broadway premier of 'Street Corner Symphony. His other Broadway, off- Broadway and touring credits include ‘Dreamgirls’, ‘The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber' (featured soloist), touring with the legendary Lena Horne in ‘The Lady and Her Music', a National Tour of 'Ain't Misbehavin'', and 'Blues in the Night’ just to name a few. In Europe he was seen as Jim in the hit musical 'Bubblin' Brown Sugar' (Royal Command Performance), 'Jesus Christ Superstar' and 'Hair'. In Bangkok, Singapore and Hong Kong he toured with and was the dance captain for a production of 'Ain't Misbehavin ', in Japan with ' Blues in the Night', and in Melbourne Australia with 'Five Guys Named Moe' as Four-Eyed-Moe. Back in the States he was seen as the diabolical Poppa Ge in ' Once On This Island' at the American Musical
Theater in San Jose. At the Coconut Grove Playhouse in Miami, C.E. originated the role of Senator Pullman in Jimmy Buffet's World Premier musical ' Don't Stop the Carnival’ written by the late Herman Wouk and is featured on the CD that went Gold soon after its release. He also has under his belt many soap appearances, movies, and 15 national principal commercials He has also performed with many recording artists from Smokey Robinson to Cee-lo Green.

C. E. Smith STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Police Sergeant

Noah "Horse" T. Simmons (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
C. J.


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YOUR MUSICAL IS CANCELLED to be Presented at NYC Independent Film Festival


After winning'Best Feature Film' from the SoCal Film Awards and 'Best Comedy' from the Alternative Film Festival, Your Musical is CANCELLED: The Musical heads to New York City for its East Coast premiere and to receive yet another set of laurels as an Official Selection of the NYC Independent Film Festival.

Musical Podcast WHAT WILL SHE DO NEXT? Releases New Episodes


New York-based musical theatre writing team Bird & Mirabella have announced two new episodes of their free, family-friendly musical podcast “What Will She Do Next?,” celebrating key moments in the lives of history's greatest women.

Musical Podcast for Kids WHAT WILL SHE DO NEXT? Releases New Episodes


New York-based musical theatre writing team Bird & Mirabella have announced two new episodes of their free musical podcast “What Will She Do Next?,” both celebrating notable women in the military. These family-friendly podcasts use interactive storytelling and Broadway-style songs to celebrate key moments in the lives of history's greatest women.

Musical Podcast 'WHAT WILL SHE DO NEXT?' Releases New Episodes For December


New York-based musical theatre writing team Bird & Mirabella are pleased to announce two new episodes of their free musical podcast “What Will She Do Next?,” both celebrating notable women in the military. Performed by Broadway, film and TV stars, these family-friendly podcasts use interactive storytelling and Broadway-style songs to celebrate key moments in the lives of history's greatest women. The educational and entertaining series also features 'Bite-Sized Biographies,” all-spoken, full length biographies (no singing or actors) – perfect for bedtime!

Musical Podcast WHAT WILL SHE DO NEXT? Celebrates History's Greatest Women


New York-based musical theatre writing team Bird & Mirabella have announced new episodes of their free musical podcast “What Will She Do Next?”.

Jocunda Festival Presents THE GRACE OF GOD & THE MAN MACHINE


JOCUNDA FESTIVAL presents the award-winning playwright Robert Bowie Jr.'s Black Lives Matter play, THE GRACE OF GOD & THE MAN MACHINE, formerly known as 'ONAJE', will appear on Sunday, October 25th at 8:00 p.m. EST on Zoom. Donations are $15.00.

Photo Flash: THE COLOR PURPLE Celebrates Opening Night at Paper Mill


Paper Mill Playhouse's production of The Color Purple, directed by Tony Award-winner John Doyle celebrated opening night last night! Check out the photos below.

Review Roundup: Paper Mill Playhouse Presents THE COLOR PURPLE


BroadwayWorld has a first look at Paper Mill Playhouse's The Color Purple, directed by Tony Award-winner John Doyle. The Color Purple is the Tony Award-winning musical revival based upon the novel written by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros./Amblin Entertainment motion picture with a book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.

BWW Review: THE COLOR PURPLE at Paper Mill Playhouse is a Stirring and Powerful Musical


Paper Mill Playhouse is opening their 80th Anniversary season with a stirring musical production of The Color Purple that features brilliant direction and musical staging by Tony Award winner John Doyle with wonderful musical direction by Darryl Archibald. The show has a remarkable, stellar cast whose acting and vocal talents will take your breath away.

Photo Flash: Paper Mill Playhouse Presents THE COLOR PURPLE


BroadwayWorld has a first look at Paper Mill Playhouse's The Color Purple, directed by Tony Award-winner John Doyle. The Color Purple is the Tony Award-winning musical revival based upon the novel written by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros./Amblin Entertainment motion picture with a book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.

VIDEO: First Look At THE COLOR PURPLE at Paper Mill Playhouse


BroadwayWorld has a first look at Paper Mill Playhouse's The Color Purple, directed by Tony Award-winner John Doyle. The Color Purple is the Tony Award-winning musical revival based upon the novel written by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros.Amblin Entertainment motion picture with a book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray.

THE COLOR PURPLE Begins Performances Tonight At Paper Mill Playhouse


Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director), recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award in 2016, launches its 80th milestone season with The Color Purple, directed by Tony Award-winner John Doyle. The Color Purple is the Tony Award-winning musical revival based upon the novel written by Alice Walker and the Warner Bros./Amblin Entertainment motion picture with a book by Marsha Norman and music and lyrics by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray. Cast members from the 2015 Broadway revival lead the Paper Mill Playhouse company, including Adrianna Hicks (Aladdin, Sister Act - Germany) as Celie, Carla R. Stewart (Ghost - National Tour, Rent - Regional) as Shug Avery and Carrie Compere (Holler If You Hear Me, Shrek the Musical - National Tour) as Sofia.

Adrianna Hicks to Be Too Beautiful for Words Leading Paper Mill's THE COLOR PURPLE; Full Cast and Creative


Paper Mill Playhouse has announced casting for The Color Purple, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle. Cast members from the 2015 Broadway revival lead the Paper Mill Playhouse company, including Adrianna Hicks (Aladdin, Sister Act - Germany) as Celie, Carla R. Stewart (Ghost - National Tour, Rent - Regional) as Shug Avery and Carrie Compere (Holler If You Hear Me,Shrek the Musical - National Tour) as Sofia. 

THE COLOR PURPLE Comes To The Paramount Theatre


Producers announce the first North American tour and full casting of the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE.  The tour will visit more than 30 cities in its first year on tour, including Seattle, at The Paramount Theatre from June 27 - July 1.

Casting Confirmed for L.A. Engagement of THE COLOR PURPLE


THE COLOR PURPLE, the Tony Award®-winning Broadway revival, will make its L.A. Premiere beginning next week at Hollywood Pantages Theatre, playing three weeks only; May 29 - June 17, 2018. Note: immediately after this L.A. Premiere engagement, the production will play a one week engagement in Costa Mesa at Segerstrom Center for the Arts (June 19 - 24).

THE COLOR PURPLE Tickets Go On Sale Next Week


Broadway In Chicago and the producers of the Tony Award-winning revival of THE COLOR PURPLE, the truly remarkable musical adapted of Alice Walker's best-selling novel, are delighted to announce that individual tickets for THE COLOR PURPLE will go on sale Friday, May 11. Broadway In Chicago presents THE COLOR PURPLE, directed by Tony winner John Doyle (Sweeney Todd and The Color Purple), at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University (50 E. Congress Pkwy.) for a limited two-week engagement July 17 - 29, 2018.

THE COLOR PURPLE Makes its Way to the Fabulous Fox


The Fabulous Fox Theatre is delighted to announce that the first U.S. National tour of the hit musical THE COLOR PURPLE, will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre from Tuesday, March 20 through Sunday, April 1.

THE COLOR PURPLE Makes Dallas Premiere


Dallas Summer Musicals, Inc. (DSM) and Broadway Across America are thrilled to bring the Tony Award -winning Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE for its Dallas premiere at the Music Hall at Fair Park January 23-February 4, 2018.

Tickets on Sale This Month for THE COLOR PURPLE at the Orpheum


The Orpheum Theatre announced today that the individual tickets for the Memphis premiere of the North American Tour of the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of THE COLOR PURPLE will go on sale Monday, December 18, 2017 at 10am.

Tony Roma's Celebrates its Iconic Founder with a Sweet Deal for Fans


Romacorp, Inc., parent company of Tony Roma's, is throwing a week-long birthday bash in honor of its legendary founder, Tony Roma. Tony loved a party, and his restaurant was a gathering place for friends, like the legendary 'Rat Pack', to come and celebrate with him. To keep this spirit alive, from December 4th through December 10th, Tony Roma's invites its fans to help celebrate Tony's birthday with a special offer. Guests posting their picture on social media enjoying a meal at Tony Roma's with the hashtag #HappyBirthdayTony, will get a free dessert at participating Tony Roma's USA locations.

C. E. Smith FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has C. E. Smith been in?

C. E. Smith has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has C. E. Smith been in?

C. E. Smith has not appeared in the West End.

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