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Dar. Lee. See. Ah. Broadway veteran whose shows include Ragtime (Sarah, Helen Hayes Award nominee), Shuffle Along (Lottie Gee), The Color Purple (Nettie), Once on This Island (Erzulie), The Book of Mormon, The Goodbye Girl. Viva Award nom for her single, “Everlasting…” on MTV. TV: “FBI,” “The Watcher,” “Madame Secretary,” “House of Cards,” “Elementary.

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Darlesia Cearcy STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Johanna

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Storyteller

Erzulie [Replacement]

Mama Euralie (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Nettie [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Sarah [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Cast of Richard III

Stage Manager

Mrs. Crosby (Understudy)


Darlesia Cearcy Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

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AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


Join the much-anticipated return of AT THIS PERFORMANCE at The Green Room 42 on Monday, April 22, 2024. Experience an unforgettable night of Broadway magic.

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Cast Will Reunite for Times Square Concert


It's time to dance again! The original cast of How to Dance in Ohio will perform selections from the show on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Palladium Times Square. 

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month


The show will feature standbys, understudies, and alternates from various Broadway hits like DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, BACK TO THE FUTURE-THE MUSICAL, and more.

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Recorded for Lincoln Center Archives


How to Dance in Ohio, which concludes its Broadway run this Sunday, February 11, 2024, was recorded for the Lincoln Center Theatre on Film and Tape Archives, preserving it to be viewed in the future by theatre professionals.

Album Review: Broadway's HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Is Closing But Finds More Life With Its Cast Recording


Center Stage’s production of this album gives the listener a real sense of the show without the help of the musical’s book and this always gets high marks from this rainbow writer,

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Plays Final Broadway Performance


How to Dance in Ohio will conclude its Broadway run on February 11, 2024, following 27 previews and 72 regular performances at the Belasco Theater.

Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42


AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, HARMONY, MJ THE MUSICAL, and KIMBERLY AKIMBO. Join us on Monday, February 19th at 7 PM for an evening of Broadway talent.

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO & Mentra to Host Resume Writing Workshop


Broadway's How to Dance in Ohio, inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name, and Mentra, a neurodiversity employment network, are partnering to host a Resume Writing Workshop in New York City this month.  

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Announces Broadway Closing Date


How to Dance in Ohio will conclude its Broadway run on Sunday, February 11, 2024, following 99 performances (27 previews and 72 regular performances) at the Belasco Theater.

Listen: HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Cast Recording is Available Digitally Today


The original Broadway cast recording of the new musical How to Dance in Ohio, is available digitally on all platforms. Listen to the full album here!

Video: HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Cast and Creatives Talk Autism Representation and More on PBS NewsHour


Members of the cast and creative team of How to Dance in Ohio recently chatted with PBS NewsHour about the importance of Austism representation on Broadway, and more! Check out the video here!

HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Cancels Today's Matinee Due to Illness in the Company


How to Dance in Ohio on Broadway has cancelled today's January 3rd matinee due to illness in the company. 

Photos: HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Cast and Creative Team Celebrates Opening Night


The Belasco Theatre was the place to be as Broadway celebrated the opening of the final musical of 2023. How to Dance in Ohio – inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name – is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos of the company arrivals here!

Video: First Look At HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO On Broadway!


First look video has been released from the new musical How to Dance in Ohio – inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name – which is set to open this Sunday, December 10 the Belasco Theatre.

Ludacris and Paula Abdul Join HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO Producing Team


Multi-Grammy Award winning music icons Ludacris and Paula Abdul have joined P3 Productions, and Tony Award-winning entertainment mini-studio Level Forward, on the producing team of the new Broadway musical How to Dance in Ohio.

Photos: First Look at HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway


Production photos have been released from the new musical How to Dance in Ohio – inspired by Alexandra Shiva's Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name – which is set to open this Sunday, December 10 the Belasco Theatre.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  Hamilton; Merrily We Roll Along; Harmony; Here We Are;  Purlie Victorious; The Gardens Of Anuncia; Into The Woods and Here Lies Love.        

Photos: SHUCKED, SPAMALOT and More Prepare for Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!


Let's have a parade! The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. See photos from rehearsal as Broadway prepares to dazzle the crowd at this week's festivities!

Photos: Go Inside the First Preview of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway


Take a look at the first preview of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO on Broadway. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Meet the Cast of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!


The new musical How to Dance in Ohio, inspired by Alexandra Shiva’s Peabody Award-winning documentary of the same name, begins previews on Broadway tonight, November 15. Meet the cast of How to Dance in Ohio here!

Darlesia Cearcy FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Darlesia Cearcy been in?

Darlesia Cearcy has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Darlesia Cearcy been in?

Darlesia Cearcy has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Darlesia Cearcy been nominated for?

Darlesia Cearcy has been nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for her performance in Ragtime.

What is Darlesia Cearcy next theatre project?

Darlesia Cearcy's next show will be How to Dance in Ohio which opens on 12/10/2023 on Broadway.

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