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BIO

Nora Schell is honored to be back at the Broadhurst! Schell originated the role of Bustopher Jones in CATS: The Jellicle Ball Off-Broadway (Obie Award). Schell received Drama Desk, Drama League and Clive Barnes Award nominations for their Off-Broadway debut in Spamilton. They made their Broadway debut in Jagged Little Pill. Schell serves as a co-writer and composer for the new musical Sweet Canaan (Berkeley Rep Groundfloor). Schell graduated from the University of Michigan with a BFA in Musical Theatre & a minor in Gender, Race and Nation. Love to Gregg Baker, Bub and their family! @sirnoraschell.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Bustopher Jones


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2024


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Ensemble


[Boston]
World Premiere Production at American Repertory Theater, 2018


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Nora Schell, Spamilton

Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award

Nora Schell, Spamilton: An American Parody

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Video: Watch the Full Conversations with CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Cast and Crew From CBS Sunday Morning Segment
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 30, 2026

To celebrate the reimagined Broadway production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical CATS: The Jellicle Ball, the cast, crew, and dancers recently joined CBS Sunday Morning for a segment dedicated to the show. Watch the extended interviews now.
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Releases New Block of Tickets
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026

A new block of tickets is now on sale for the new Broadway production of CATS: The Jellicle Ball. The production, which opens on Tuesday April 7 at the Broadhurst Theatre, is now on sale through September 6, 2026. 
Jinkx Monsoon & Jesse Tyler Ferguson Guest Judge at CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2026

Two beloved Broadway stars hit the runway as guest judges at CATS: The Jellicle Ball last night! Jinkx Monsoon and Jesse Tyler Ferguson joined the production for one-night-only as to guest judge the Jellicle Ball.
Photos: Nicole Scherzinger, Marisha Wallace, and Todrick Hall Visit CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 23, 2026

Performances are now underway for the Broadway production of CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre. The show recently was paid a visit by stars Nicole Scherzinger, Marisha Wallace, and Todrick Hall. Check out photos here!
Photos & Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL First Preview
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2026

You can now get a first look at photos and video of the Broadway production of CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre! CATS: The Jellicle Ball, is directed by OBIE Award winners Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch.
Video: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Takes First Bows on Broadway
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2026

CATS: The Jellicle Ball has officially brought its runway to Broadway! Watch a video of the cast of the production take their first bows on Broadway, complete with a fierce runway walk and reprise of 'Jellicle Songs for Jellicle Cats.'
Video: Andrew Lloyd Webber Attends CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Sitzprobe
by Michael Major - Mar 18, 2026

Andrew Lloyd Webber is celebrating just another reinvention of one of his classic works. As Cats: The Jellicle Ball begins previews on Broadway tonight, look back on the Tony-winner attending the musical's sitzprobe. Watch the video!
Meet the Cast of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026

Performances are now underway for  CATS: The Jellicle Ball, which begins preview performances Wednesday, March 18 at the Broadhurst Theatre ahead of a Wednesday, April 7 opening night. Meet the cast here!
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Launches Digital Lottery and Rush Policies
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026

Digital lottery and rush policies have been announced for the new Broadway production of the wildly acclaimed, award-winning CATS: The Jellicle Ball, which begins preview performances Wednesday, March 18.
Cynthia Erivo and Lena Waithe Join Producing Team of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

Lena Waithe and Cynthia Erivo have joined the producing team of CATS: The Jellicle Ball on Broadway, which will begin performances this spring at the Broadhurst Theatre.
Video: Ready for a Ball? Go Inside Rehearsals for CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Luka Vonier - Feb 19, 2026

Cats: The Jellicle Ball arrives to Broadway following its triumphant run at PAC NYC last year. Watch in this video as the company gives a special sneak peek inside rehearsals!
Full Cast Set For Broadway Transfer of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

Complete casting has been announced for CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) coming to Broadway this Spring. Learn more about the full cast here!
Up on the Marquee: CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Pounces to Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Jan 22, 2026

The jellicles are coming! CATS: The Jellicle Ball will begin Broadway previews at the Broadhurst Theatre on Wednesday, March 18 ahead of a Tuesday, April 7 opening night. The theatre was most recently home to Rob Lake Magic with Special Guests The Muppets, which closed on November 16, 2025. Check out photos of the new marquee here!
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Releases 'Runway Seating'
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Exclusive “Runway Seating” at the Broadhurst Theatre are on sale now for the new Broadway production of CATS: The Jellicle Ball. Learn more about the runway seats here.
The Skivvies Return to Joe's Pub for THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2025

This weekend, The Skivvies return to Joe's Pub for their annual Rocky Horror Skivvies Show, playing Saturday, November 1 (7pm and 9:30pm) and Sunday, November 2 (6pm at Joes Pub.  
Photos: Tony-Winner Beth Leavel Joins Breaking The Binary Theatre Star-Studded THE DROWSY CHAPERONE In Concert At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025

Check out brand-new photos of Breaking the Binary Theatre’s one-night-only concert presentation of The Drowsy Chaperone at Carnegie Hall! The concert kicked off the 2025 Breaking the Binary Theatre Festival.
Exclusive: Jonathan Van Ness Backstage at THE DROWSY CHAPERONE at Carnegie Hall
by Michael Major - Oct 21, 2025

Go backstage at Breaking the Binary Theatre's The Drowsy Chaperone with Jonathan van Ness! The Emmy-winner took BroadwayWorld backstage at the one-night-only Carnegie Hall performance with new photos.
CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Confirmed to Return to the Stage
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 9, 2025

CATS: The Jellicle Ball! has officially been confirmed to return to Broadway. The production will play Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre beginning in March. Learn more!
Max Mendoza Crumm, Dylan Mulvaney and More to Star in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

Breaking the Binary Theatre has revealed the complete cast for the organization’s one-night-only concert of The Drowsy Chaperone at the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Krysta Rodriguez, Talia Suskauer and More to Join The Skivvies at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025

The full cast has been revealed for The Skivvies' LAURIE AND THE SIGHS at the Laurie Beechman Theatre! Learn more about the upcoming performance here and see how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Nora Schell been in?

Nora Schell has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Nora Schell been in?

Nora Schell has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Nora Schell been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Spamilton and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Spamilton: An American Parody.

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