Shara Nova
Latest News on Shara Nova:
Wheeling Symphony Will Perform Two Concerts Featuring Shara Nova (Mar 4, 2026)
Chorus Austin Will Perform OPENING HEARTS in February (Jan 28, 2026)
Wheeling Symphony Performs HER VOICE in March (Dec 19, 2025)
Wheeling Symphony Will Perform Two Concerts Featuring Shara Nova (Mar 4, 2026)
Chorus Austin Will Perform OPENING HEARTS in February (Jan 28, 2026)
Wheeling Symphony Performs HER VOICE in March (Dec 19, 2025)
BIO
Credits: Illinoise, recording artist and touring member of Sufjan Stevens’ band for Illinoise; My Brightest Diamond. Composition: The Crossing, Conspirare, Roomful of Teeth, Detroit Opera, yMusic, BBC Concert Orchestra, Cincinnati Orchestra, American Composers Orchestra. Recordings: Age of Adz, You Us We All, Penelope, Unremembered, Death Speaks, Hazards of Love, The Blue Hour. Awards: Artist-in-Residence, Park Avenue Armory and MassMOCA; featured artist, Carnegie Hall, MoMA, The Momentary; Opera America Discovery and Knights grants; Kresge Arts and US Artists fellowships; three Grammy nominations (2023).
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The Company of "Illinoise" including Timo Andres, Brandt Martinez, Becca Stevens, Zack Gonder, Craig Salstein, Ahmad Simmons, Jackie Sibblies Drury, Justin Peck, Gaby Diaz, Tasha Viets Vanlear, Christine Flores, Rachel Lockhart,, Jada German, Alejandro Vargas, Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova, Ben Cook, Byron Tittle and Jackie Sibblies Drury
Date:
05/09/2024
From: Photos: Cast & Creatives Celebrate Gala Opening of ILLINOISE
The Company of "Illinoise" including Timo Andres, Brandt Martinez, Becca Stevens, Zack Gonder, Craig Salstein, Ahmad Simmons, Jackie Sibblies Drury, Justin Peck, Gaby Diaz, Tasha Viets Vanlear, Christine Flores, Rachel Lockhart,, Jada German, Alejandro Vargas, Elijah Lyons, Shara Nova, Ben Cook, Byron Tittle and Jackie Sibblies Drury
Date:
05/09/2024
From: Photos: Cast & Creatives Celebrate Gala Opening of ILLINOISE
STAGE CREDITS
Videos
Video: Peck, Drury, and More Discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-06-02 11:59:53
Video: First Look at Sufjan Stevens, Justin Peck and Jackie Sibblies Drury's ILLINOISE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-24 12:31:33
News
Wheeling Symphony Will Perform Two Concerts Featuring Shara Nova
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will combine new masterworks with the old for their upcoming concert Her Voice. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026
The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) will combine new masterworks with the old for their upcoming concert Her Voice. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
Chorus Austin Will Perform OPENING HEARTS in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Chorus Austin will continue its Season of Unity with OPENING HEARTS, an intimate and reflective concert performed by its Chamber Ensemble and led by Artistic Director Ryan Heller. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Chorus Austin will continue its Season of Unity with OPENING HEARTS, an intimate and reflective concert performed by its Chamber Ensemble and led by Artistic Director Ryan Heller. Learn more here!
Wheeling Symphony Performs HER VOICE in March
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2025
The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra will perform Her Voice next year. The performance is on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Capitol Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming concert here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2025
The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra will perform Her Voice next year. The performance is on Friday, March 20, 2026 at the Capitol Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming concert here!
Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Will Perform PENELOPE
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
Featuring guest artist Shara Nova alongside a small WSO ensemble, Penelope is a retelling of the Odyssey from Penelope’s perspective. This performance will be held at Towngate Theatre near Centre Market, Wheeling.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 2, 2025
Featuring guest artist Shara Nova alongside a small WSO ensemble, Penelope is a retelling of the Odyssey from Penelope’s perspective. This performance will be held at Towngate Theatre near Centre Market, Wheeling.
The Crossing Unveils 21st Season 'Of Being Numerous' with Performances at Carnegie Hall & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2025
Four-time Grammy Award-winning professional choir, The Crossing, conducted by Donald Nally, has revealed its 2025-2026 Season: Of being numerous. Learn more about the lineup here.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2025
Four-time Grammy Award-winning professional choir, The Crossing, conducted by Donald Nally, has revealed its 2025-2026 Season: Of being numerous. Learn more about the lineup here.
The Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Reveals Concerts for 2025-2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
On Wednesday, the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announced their 2025-2026 season, titled The Place I Belong. Featuring four Masterworks and three Pops performances, as well as several free community concerts and special events, this year of programming marks the WSO's 96th season.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 24, 2025
On Wednesday, the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra (WSO) announced their 2025-2026 season, titled The Place I Belong. Featuring four Masterworks and three Pops performances, as well as several free community concerts and special events, this year of programming marks the WSO's 96th season.
National Philharmonic Unveils 2025-2026 Season at Strathmore
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025
National Philharmonic has revealed its 2025-2026 Season, which opens in September with a program primarily featuring rarely performed works by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2025
National Philharmonic has revealed its 2025-2026 Season, which opens in September with a program primarily featuring rarely performed works by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Learn more.
ILLINOISE's Becca Stevens Releases New Album 'Maple to Paper'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 30, 2024
Maple to Paper, the first entirely solo acoustic album from 2X GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter and rising star Becca Stevens, is out now. Maple to Paper is Stevens’ first entirely solo acoustic record.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 30, 2024
Maple to Paper, the first entirely solo acoustic album from 2X GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter and rising star Becca Stevens, is out now. Maple to Paper is Stevens’ first entirely solo acoustic record.
Hermitage National Curatorial Council Welcomes Lynn Nottage, Shara Nova, Lauren Groff, and More
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2024
The Hermitage Artist Retreat recently announced its 2024-2025 Curatorial Council, comprised of distinguished national arts leaders spanning the fields of theater, music, visual art, literature, and arts education.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 29, 2024
The Hermitage Artist Retreat recently announced its 2024-2025 Curatorial Council, comprised of distinguished national arts leaders spanning the fields of theater, music, visual art, literature, and arts education.
The Crossing Unveils 20th Season Featuring Performances at Lincoln Center & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024
The Crossing celebrates its 20th season with performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024
The Crossing celebrates its 20th season with performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Becca Stevens Unveils New Single 'I'm Not Her'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2024
Becca Stevens has unveiled a new single, “I’m Not Her.' The track is the second single from her highly anticipated forthcoming album Maple to Paper. Stevens has also joined the cast of Broadway’s ‘Illinoise.' Listen to her new single!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2024
Becca Stevens has unveiled a new single, “I’m Not Her.' The track is the second single from her highly anticipated forthcoming album Maple to Paper. Stevens has also joined the cast of Broadway’s ‘Illinoise.' Listen to her new single!
Walder Foundation Announces $2.4M Grant For Performing Artists With Launch Of Chicago-Based Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2024
Walder Foundation will award $2.4 million to performing artists through its inaugural Platform Awards, which support accomplished Chicagoland mid-career music, theater, dance, and interdisciplinary performance artists who are enriching the city’s creative and civic landscape through a commitment to honing their craft and meaningful community engagement.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2024
Walder Foundation will award $2.4 million to performing artists through its inaugural Platform Awards, which support accomplished Chicagoland mid-career music, theater, dance, and interdisciplinary performance artists who are enriching the city’s creative and civic landscape through a commitment to honing their craft and meaningful community engagement.
Becca Stevens to Release New Album; Shares Lead Single
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2024
2X GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter and rising star Becca Stevens has confirmed her highly anticipated forthcoming album Maple to Paper, set for release August 30. Ahead of the album, she unveiled the lead single “Now Feels Bigger Than The Past.' Stevens has also joined the cast of Broadway’s ‘Illinoise’, which yesterday won Best Choreography at the 2024 Tony Awards and was nominated for three others. Listen to a single from her album!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2024
2X GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter and rising star Becca Stevens has confirmed her highly anticipated forthcoming album Maple to Paper, set for release August 30. Ahead of the album, she unveiled the lead single “Now Feels Bigger Than The Past.' Stevens has also joined the cast of Broadway’s ‘Illinoise’, which yesterday won Best Choreography at the 2024 Tony Awards and was nominated for three others. Listen to a single from her album!
Video: Watch the Cast of ILLINOISE Perform 'Jacksonville'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024
The cast of Illinoise stopped by The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on Tuesday to perform the number Jacksonville from the Tony Award-nominated musical. Watch the performance now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2024
The cast of Illinoise stopped by The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on Tuesday to perform the number Jacksonville from the Tony Award-nominated musical. Watch the performance now!
Video: Peck, Drury, and More Discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 2, 2024
Watch Justin Peck, Jackie Sibbles Drury, and Shara Nova discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING in the video here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 2, 2024
Watch Justin Peck, Jackie Sibbles Drury, and Shara Nova discuss ILLINOISE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING in the video here!
Listen: ILLINOISE Original Broadway Cast Recording is Available Now
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024
The original Broadway Cast Recording of Illinoise: A New Musical is available today, May 31, on all digital platforms. Listen to the full album here!
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024
The original Broadway Cast Recording of Illinoise: A New Musical is available today, May 31, on all digital platforms. Listen to the full album here!
ILLINOISE to Release Original Broadway Cast Recording - Two Tracks Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024
Nonesuch Records will release a recording of the current Tony-nominated Broadway show Illinoise: A New Musical. Listen to two tracks now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024
Nonesuch Records will release a recording of the current Tony-nominated Broadway show Illinoise: A New Musical. Listen to two tracks now!
Photos: Cast & Creatives Celebrate Gala Opening of ILLINOISE
by Bruce Glikas - May 10, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony-nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until this week to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. Check out photos of the cast and creative team here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 10, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony-nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until this week to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. Check out photos of the cast and creative team here!
Photos: See Rachel Zegler, Julianne Hough & More at ILLINOISE Gala Celebration
by Bruce Glikas - May 9, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until Tuesday night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the star-studded arrivals here.
by Bruce Glikas - May 9, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until Tuesday night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the star-studded arrivals here.
Photos: Inside ILLINOISE's Gala Performance Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until last night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2024
Illinoise is now a four-time Tony nominated musical, and while it officially opened last month, the production waited until last night to celebrate at the St. James Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Shara Nova been in?
Shara Nova has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Shara Nova been in?
Shara Nova has not appeared in the West End.
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