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Joy Woods most recently starred as Middle Allie in The Notebook on Broadway. Woods originated the role at the Chicago Shakespeare Theatre and received The Joseph Jefferson Award for Performer in a Supporting Role – Musical for her performance. Previously, Woods made her Broadway debut as Catherine Parr in Six: The Musical. In 2023, Woods starred as Martha Mills in the Off-Broadway revival of I Can Get it For You Wholesale. The production won the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for Outstanding Revival of a Musical. Woods made her Off-Broadway debut in 2019, originating the role of Chiffon in the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors. She then returned to the show in 2023 as Audrey. Woods resides in New York and graduated from the AMDA College of the Performing Arts.


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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Virginia/Maria Celeste Galilei

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Louise

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Middle Allie

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Revival, 2023
Martha Mills

[West End]
London Production, 2021
Sally Bowles [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Catherine Parr [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Audrey [Replacement], Chiffon

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival, 2020
Ensemble

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2025 - DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE

Joy Woods, Gypsy

Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Joy Woods, Gypsy

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News


Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 12, 2026- BOOK OF MORMON Welcomes Original Stars and More
by - Jun 12, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 12, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive Video: J. Harrison Ghee Sings 'Wider Spectrum' From ERNXST, OR THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2026

BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to J. Harrison Ghee singing 'Wider Spectrum' from the studio cast recording of Ernxst, Or The Importance Of Being. Listen now!
Video: Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026

All new video footage has been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club starring Jamie Muscato as Emcee and Joy Woods as Sally Bowles. Check out the video here!
Video: First Look At Star Raúl Esparza In New GALILEO Teaser
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026

An all new teaser has been released for the upcoming Broadway production of Galileo, the new musical inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei. The teaser gives fans a first look at star Raúl Esparza in the role of the famed astronomer, as well as a first impression of the score. Watch the video!
Broadway 2026/27: Season Preview: Upcoming Premieres and Star-Studded Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 13, 2026

2026 is halfway over, which means that the 2026/27 Broadway season has just begun! Now that the 79th Annual Tony Awards have concluded, all eyes are already on the lineup for the new Broadway season and many Broadway productions have already revealed full details of their upcoming engagements.
Video: GALILEO Trailer Featuring Raúl Esparza and the Voice of Neil deGrasse Tyson
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

An all new trailer has been released for the upcoming Broadway production of Galileo, the new musical inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei. Check out the video here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 28, 2026- THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns and More
by - May 28, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 28, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

All new photos have been released for CABARET at the Kit Kat Club starring West End star and Olivier Award nominee Jamie Muscato as Emcee and Tony and Grammy Award nominated Broadway star Joy Woods as Sally Bowles. Check out the photos here!
Raúl Esparza-Led GALILEO Reveals Creative Team and Ticket Sale Dates; Plus New Art
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026

The complete creative team and ticket sale dates have been set for Galileo, the new musical inspired by the life of Galileo Galilei. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Joshua Bassett Says Live Theater 'Isn't His Thing' After LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Michael Major - May 13, 2026

Joshua Bassett is opening up about his experience in Little Shop of Horrors, stating that the demands of live theater aren't his 'calling.' Watch a video of the High School Musical star saying that he respects theater, it was a 'challenge.'
Black Women on Broadway Reveals 2026 Honorees
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

Black Women on Broadway announced its 2026 honorees, recognizing the contributions of Black women to the Broadway community. Learn more about the honorees here!
J. Harrison Ghee, Bonnie Milligan, and More Will Be Featured on ERNXST Cast Recording
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

The musical ERNXST, from Kait Kerrigan and Bree Lowdermilk, will release a cast recording in June, featuring J. Harrison Ghee, Bonnie Milligan, and more. Learn more about how to pre-save the album here.
WE CHOSE TO GO TO THE MOON is Coming to New World Center in Miami
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

American History Unbound's “We Chose to Go to the Moon,” a multimedia production that brings the story of America’s race to the moon to life, will be performed at New World Center in Miami.
Listen: Jordan Fisher and Joy Woods Sing 'Crazier Than You' From LOVE SOMEBODY NOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026

Listen to Jordan Fisher and Joy Woods sing the new track ' Crazier Than You' from the World Premiere Recording of Andrew Lippa's Love Somebody Now! The full album is set to be released digitally in April.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 13, 2026- MOULIN ROUGE! Extends Broadway Run and More
by - Apr 13, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Jamie Muscato and Joy Woods Will Lead CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB in London
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026

New casting has been announced for the West End production of CABARET at the KIT KAT CLUB. West End star and Olivier Award nominee Jamie Muscato will play Emcee and Tony and Grammy Award nominated Broadway star Joy Woods will play Sally Bowles.
Jordan Fisher, Joy Woods, Phillipa Soo and More to be Featured on LOVE SOMEBODY NOW Recording
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2026

Jordan Fisher, Bonnie Milligan, Steven Pasquale, Phillipa Soo, Adrienne Warren, and Joy Woods, will be featured on a new cast recording of Love Somebody Now: A New Musical from Andrew Lippa.
Photos & Video: Santino Fontana, Jessie Mueller & More Lead LAMB OF GOD in Largest Staging Yet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2026

Rob Gardner’s Lamb of God, the dramatic concert work, had its one-night-only Metropolitan Opera House debut last evening in its largest staging to date. See photos and video of the concert's debut at the Met!
Video: Santino Fontana and Norm Lewis Preview LAMB OF GOD Concert on New York Live
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2026

Next week, Broadway stars Santino Fontana and Norm Lewis will take the stage at the Metropolitan Opera House for a one-night-only concert performance of Lamb of God. Watch the duo preview the event during a visit to NBC New York Live.
Skylar Astin, Elizabeth Gillies and More Join WE CHOSE TO GO TO THE MOON at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026

American History Unbound has set an all-star lineup of performers for its return to Carnegie Hall with We Chose to Go to the Moon. Stars include Skylar Astin, Elizabeth Gillies and more!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Joy Woods been in?

Joy Woods has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Joy Woods been in?

Joy Woods has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What awards has Joy Woods been nominated for?

DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Gypsy and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Gypsy.

What was Joy Woods's first West End show?

Joy Woods's first West End show was Cabaret which opened in 2021

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