Tony Winner Lena Hall joins Behind the Awards to chat about her new series on Apple TV Your Friends and Neighbors. Lena shares her experience working with Jon Hamm and playing his sister. Lena tells us her Tony nomination/win story for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
Lena Hall
Born and raised in San Francisco, Lena Hall traveled the world performing and received her first big break singing for St. John Paul II at Candlestick Stadium for over 50,000 people at the young age of 7.
Also Credited As: Celina Carvajal
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BIO
Born and raised in San Francisco, Lena Hall traveled the world performing and received her first big break singing for St. John Paul II at Candlestick Stadium for over 50,000 people at the young age of 7. Hall was a member of the Young People's Teen Musical Theatre Company in San Francisco and at the age of 17, joined the national tour of Cats. When not on the Broadway stage, Lena performs with her band The Deafening
Previous Broadway and Off-Broadway roles include starring as Yitzhak in Hedwig and the Angry Inch, a role for which she won a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical. She appeared as Sloane in the New York Premiere of Jim Steinman's Bat Out of Hell and as Nicola in the Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots (original cast), starred in the award-winning The Toxic Avenger at New World Stages, Disney's Tarzan (original cast), Dracula (original cast), 42nd Street (Anytime Annie), Cats (Demeter), Bedbugs (NYMF) and Green Eyes (Fringe). Film and TV roles include Young Miranda in the Sex and the City film, The Stepford Wives, The Graduates, "All My Children," and "Legally Blonde, the Search for the Next Elle Woods."
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Original Off-Broadway Production, 2017
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Movies
The Graduates
[ 2008 ] Inga Celina Carvajal
[ 2008 ] Inga Celina Carvajal
Sex and the City
[ 2008 ] Twenty-Something Girl #4 Celina Carvajal
[ 2008 ] Twenty-Something Girl #4 Celina Carvajal
Born from the Foot
[ 2009 ] Barney Celina Carvajal
[ 2009 ] Barney Celina Carvajal
The Big Gay Musical
[ 2009 ] Wife, Eve Celina Carvajal
[ 2009 ] Wife, Eve Celina Carvajal
Becks
[ 2017 ] Becks
[ 2017 ] Becks
Honey Don't!
[ 2025 ] Elle (piano bar)
[ 2025 ] Elle (piano bar)
TV Shows
Snowpiercer
[ 2020-2024 ] Miss AudreySayori
[ 2020-2024 ] Miss AudreySayori
Sausage Party: Foodtopia
[ 2024 ]
[ 2024 ]
Your Friends & Neighbors
[ 2025-2025 ] Allison 'Ali' Cooper
[ 2025-2025 ] Allison 'Ali' Cooper
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award
Lena Hall, Hedwig and the Angry Inch
winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Lena Hall, Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Videos
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season 2 Finale Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-02 12:25:38
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season 2 Episode 9 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-27 11:17:40
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season 2 Episode 8 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-20 16:12:58
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season 2 Episode 7 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-13 12:57:37
Video: YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season 2 Debuts Episode 5 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-27 15:19:59
Video: Olivia Munn Stars in Sneak Peek of YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season 2 Episode 4
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-20 15:58:15
Video: James Marsden Charms in YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Season 2 Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-06 15:09:46
Video: Jon Hamm Returns in Sneak Peek Clip from YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS Season 2 Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-30 16:05:49
Video: James Marsden Stars as a Mysterious Charmer in YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS Season 2 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-05 10:59:39
Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele & Nicholas Christopher Will Lead CHESS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-05-28 09:00:40
Video: Apple TV+ Shares YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS Episode 6 Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-05 10:30:19
Exclusive: Inside Lena Hall's Live Vocals and Guitar in YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-04-11 11:13:39
News
Photos: New York Pops Take The Stage With Lena Hall At Carnegie Hall
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 24, 2026
The New York Pops opened its season with 007: James Bond Forever on Friday, October 23 at Carnegie Hall. The orchestra was joined by Tony Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Lena Hall. Check out the photos!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 24, 2026
The New York Pops opened its season with 007: James Bond Forever on Friday, October 23 at Carnegie Hall. The orchestra was joined by Tony Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Lena Hall. Check out the photos!
Lena Hall to Perform at Feinstein's at the Nikko in San Francisco
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2026
Tony Award-winning actress and singer Lena Hall will present an evening of music and vocals at San Francisco's Feinstein's at the Nikko cabaret club in November.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2026
Tony Award-winning actress and singer Lena Hall will present an evening of music and vocals at San Francisco's Feinstein's at the Nikko cabaret club in November.
Deborah Cox and Ben Davis Join Only Make Believe Gala Honoring Rob Thomas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2026
Deborah Cox and Ben Davis will perform at Only Make Believe's 27th Anniversary Gala, which will honor Rob and Marisol Thomas with the James Hammerstein Award at Walter Kerr Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2026
Deborah Cox and Ben Davis will perform at Only Make Believe's 27th Anniversary Gala, which will honor Rob and Marisol Thomas with the James Hammerstein Award at Walter Kerr Theatre.
ONE NIGHT ONLY: AN EVENING WITH DENÉE BENTON AND JORDAN DONICA is Coming to Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2026
Tony Award nominees Denée Benton and Jordan Donica, co-stars of HBO's THE GILDED AGE, will perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall, featuring Broadway classics and selections from the HBO Original Soundtrack.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2026
Tony Award nominees Denée Benton and Jordan Donica, co-stars of HBO's THE GILDED AGE, will perform with The New York Pops at Carnegie Hall, featuring Broadway classics and selections from the HBO Original Soundtrack.
Matthew Broderick, Jim Parsons, Ali Louis Bourzgui and More to Join ONLY MAKE BELIEVE Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Only Make Believe has revealed the honorees and performers for its 27th Anniversary Gala. The signature event will take place at the historic Walter Kerr Theatre, with Matthew Broderick, Jim Parsons, Ali Louis Bourzgui and more set to join.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Only Make Believe has revealed the honorees and performers for its 27th Anniversary Gala. The signature event will take place at the historic Walter Kerr Theatre, with Matthew Broderick, Jim Parsons, Ali Louis Bourzgui and more set to join.
Spotlight: Lena Hall and The New York Pops Music of James Bond in New York City
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 14, 2026
Diamonds Are Forever, Live and Let Die, Skyfall, and more
by BWW Special Offer - Oct 14, 2026
Diamonds Are Forever, Live and Let Die, Skyfall, and more
Cabaret Roundup: Oct. 19-25 – Julie Benko, Lena Hall & More in NYC
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 19, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including the Death of Classical's annual celebration of the macabre, Julie Benko (RAGTIME) in a solo show, the New York Pops celebrating James Bond with Lena Hall (Hedwig and the Angry Inch) and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 19, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including the Death of Classical's annual celebration of the macabre, Julie Benko (RAGTIME) in a solo show, the New York Pops celebrating James Bond with Lena Hall (Hedwig and the Angry Inch) and more.
Photos: Deborah Cox Headlines NY POPS UNDERGROUND at 54 Below
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 6, 2026
Just last night, Grammy and Tony-nominated singer and actress Deborah Cox (Broadway’s Titanique, The Wiz, Aida) headlined the annual New York Pops Underground cabaret performance at 54 Below.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 6, 2026
Just last night, Grammy and Tony-nominated singer and actress Deborah Cox (Broadway’s Titanique, The Wiz, Aida) headlined the annual New York Pops Underground cabaret performance at 54 Below.
Contest: Win Tickets to The New York Pops 007: James Bond Forever at Carnegie Hall
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2026
We're giving away a pair of tickets to The New York Pops 007: James Bond Forever at Carnegie Hall. With guest artist Lena Hall, the concert will feature Bond favorites including Skyfall, Diamonds Are Forever, and Live and Let Die.
by Michael Major - Oct 6, 2026
We're giving away a pair of tickets to The New York Pops 007: James Bond Forever at Carnegie Hall. With guest artist Lena Hall, the concert will feature Bond favorites including Skyfall, Diamonds Are Forever, and Live and Let Die.
Best Cabaret in October 2026: Ariana DeBose, Deborah Cox, Patty Smyth & More in NYC
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 1, 2026
See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month - at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and they are likely to sell out, so make sure to check this list when you plan out your month!
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 1, 2026
See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month - at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and they are likely to sell out, so make sure to check this list when you plan out your month!
Lena Hall to Join The New York Pops for James Bond Concert at Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026
The New York Pops will open its 2026-27 season at Carnegie Hall with a concert celebrating 60 years of James Bond film music, featuring Tony Award winner Lena Hall and conducted by Steven Reineke.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2026
The New York Pops will open its 2026-27 season at Carnegie Hall with a concert celebrating 60 years of James Bond film music, featuring Tony Award winner Lena Hall and conducted by Steven Reineke.
BAFTA North America's TV Tea Party Honors Television Excellence
by Rachel Stone - Sep 14, 2026
BAFTA North America gathered television industry talent including Sarah Pidgeon, Katherine LaNasa, Michael Urie, Richard Gadd, Sarah Snook, and Tom Pelphrey at its annual TV Tea Party in Los Angeles to celebrate the year in television and support its Learning, Inclusion and Talent programs.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 14, 2026
BAFTA North America gathered television industry talent including Sarah Pidgeon, Katherine LaNasa, Michael Urie, Richard Gadd, Sarah Snook, and Tom Pelphrey at its annual TV Tea Party in Los Angeles to celebrate the year in television and support its Learning, Inclusion and Talent programs.
Toronto Symphony Orchestra to Open 2026/27 Season With Yuja Wang
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
The Toronto Symphony Orchestra will open its new season with pianist Yuja Wang performing Prokofiev, followed by a free city-wide Open House concert at Roy Thomson Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
The Toronto Symphony Orchestra will open its new season with pianist Yuja Wang performing Prokofiev, followed by a free city-wide Open House concert at Roy Thomson Hall.
Best Cabaret in Fall 2026: Kelli O’Hara, Leslie Odom Jr., Lea Salonga & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 30, 2026
See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues in NYC this fall, at a range of budget points, including an immersive cemetery performance, original Hamilton star Leslie Odom Jr, a holiday show from Broadway legend Kelli O’Hara, and more
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 30, 2026
See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues in NYC this fall, at a range of budget points, including an immersive cemetery performance, original Hamilton star Leslie Odom Jr, a holiday show from Broadway legend Kelli O’Hara, and more
Listen: THIS AIN’T NO DISCO Featuring Lena Hall and More Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2026
This Ain’t No Disco: World Premiere Recording – Songs from the Musical by Stephen Trask and Peter Yanowitz is out now in digital and streaming formats.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2026
This Ain’t No Disco: World Premiere Recording – Songs from the Musical by Stephen Trask and Peter Yanowitz is out now in digital and streaming formats.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 21, 2026- Meet the Cast of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY on Broadway and More
by - Aug 21, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Aug 21, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive: First Listen to Lena Hall Singing 'Lay Your Head' From THIS AIN’T NO DISCO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to Lena Hall singing Lay Your Head from This Ain’t No Disco: World Premiere Recording – Songs from the Musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026
BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen to Lena Hall singing Lay Your Head from This Ain’t No Disco: World Premiere Recording – Songs from the Musical.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 19, 2026- Aaron Tveit Returns to MOULIN ROUGE! and More
by - Aug 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Aug 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Deborah Cox to Headline the Annual New York Pops Underground Cabaret at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Deborah Cox will headline the annual New York Pops Underground cabaret performance this fall. The evening begins with a reception, followed by the event program and performance, accompanied by a dinner with wine pairings.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Deborah Cox will headline the annual New York Pops Underground cabaret performance this fall. The evening begins with a reception, followed by the event program and performance, accompanied by a dinner with wine pairings.
John Cameron Mitchell, Lena Hall and More to be Featured on THIS AIN’T NO DISCO Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Center Stage Records will release This Ain’t No Disco: World Premiere Recording – Songs from the Musical by Stephen Trask and Peter Yanowitz in digital and streaming formats.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Center Stage Records will release This Ain’t No Disco: World Premiere Recording – Songs from the Musical by Stephen Trask and Peter Yanowitz in digital and streaming formats.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Lena Hall been in?
Lena Hall has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Lena Hall been in?
Lena Hall has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Lena Hall been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
What awards has Lena Hall won?
Lena Hall won a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for her role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch.
Podcasts
#90 - Lena Hall: Finding Your True Voice by Saying “F** It”*
Tony Award-winning performer Lena Hall joins Heather and Alan for a wide-ranging and often hilarious conversation about discovering her true creative voice—literally and metaphorically.
Tony Winner Lena Hall (Your Friends & Neighbors) on Trusting Your Intuition & Cutting Out the Noise
Tony Award winner and Grammy nominee Lena Hall brings her signature openness to The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul, discussing her ongoing journey with self-kindness in the arts, the surprising truth about winning a Tony Award, and the supportive kindness of Jon Hamm while filming Your Friends and Neighbors.
43. “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now” (with Lena Hall)
This week, Lena Hall joins the boys to talk through her incredible journey from understudy to Tony winner, but not before spilling some tea about The Search for Elle Woods. Plus, the boys get Sentimental about Lena’s unparalleled performance as Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors.
S. 2, Ep. 3: The Comet by W.E.B. Du Bois
New York City, 1920: With the exciting news of the comet passing so close to earth, everyone in Manhattan steps outside to observe its passing overhead… and that, it turns out, would be the last thing they all would ever do.
"E-Ticket to Broadway" LIVE at BroadwayCon!
A live recording from the 2022 BroadwayCon with host David Alpert and special guests Andrew Barth Feldman (Dear Evan Hansen), Lesli Margherita (Matilda), and Jelani Remy (The Lion King).
If ever there was an episode about a deep love for both Wall-E & Maximus (the horse from "Tangled"), this is the one.
Ep134 - Lena Hall: Tony Award Winner (Hedwig), TNT's Snowpiercer, Tarzan
From the non-stop nature of a Broadway performer's life, to the slower pace of TV, this Tony Award winner opens up about her struggles as an artist during the pandemic, and the importance of stopping to “look back and realize how far you have come” on your way to your goals.
#41 - Lena Hall, Piercing Through Hedwig
Grammy Nominee and Tony Award Winner, Lena Hall goes in depth into her performance during Hedwig: And The Angry Inch, making history in the show, and what life was like when she won the award.
Broadway star, Olivier Award-winner, & Disney/Star Wars/Muppets-aficionado Lesli Margherita (Matilda, Dames at Sea) joins the podcast to chat with pal David and play "Yes Queen." Be prepared for a lot of giggling. Follow on Instagram: @etickettobroadway.
Episode 21: Lena Hall (Guns N' Roses' Appetite for Destruction)
In this episode, Ben and Daniel talk to Tony-winning actress and singer Lena Hall about Guns N' Roses' 1987 debut album Appetite for Destruction.
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