Broadway, Elphaba and Lencia Kebede

‘Wicked’ Names Lencia Kebede as First Black Actress for Elphaba Role on Broadway
In 2022, Brittney Johnson made history when she became the first Black actress to take on the role of Glinda full time. Kebede’s historic moment also comes after the success of the Wicked film, where Cynthia Erivo has been lauded for her portrayal of Elphaba.
‘Wicked’s Lencia Kebede Is Broadway's First Black Actor to Play Elphaba Full-Time
Broadway’s Wicked will welcome two new witches to the stage this spring, with Lencia Kebede serving as the first Black actress to play Elphaba Thropp full-time. Kebede takes over the role from fan-favorite Mary Kate Morrisey.
‘Wicked' Casts Lencia Kebede As Broadway's First Black Elphaba; Allie Trimm To Join As Glinda
Wicked is getting a new Elphaba, and she’s about to make history: Lencia Kebede will be the first Black actress to assume the role full time in the Broadway company. Kebede, who recently starred in the touring company of Hamilton,
‘Wicked’ Casts Lencia Kedebe As Broadway’s First Black Elphaba To Be In The Role Full-Time
Broadway has its first Black full-time Elphaba. Lencia Kebede has been announced as the first Black actress to play Elphaba in Broadway’s Wicked full-time. She will be joined by Allie Trimm, who is the new Glinda.
'Wicked' Finds Broadway’s First Black Elphaba in Lencia Kebede—Cynthia Erivo Manifested This Moment
Broadway’s Wicked will welcome two new witches to the stage this spring, with Lencia Kebede serving as the first Black actress to play Elphaba Thropp full-time. Kebede takes over the role from fan-favorite Mary Kate Morrisey.
Isabella Rossellini and Michelle Williams Share Smiles Backstage at Broadway's “Death Becomes Her ”Musical“ ”(Exclusive)
The Italian actress famously starred in the 1992 film as the character Williams is playing onstage Isabella Rossellini had a ...
Oh Betty! How Betty Gilpin Is Taking Over the Lead Role in Broadway Smash Oh Mary!
Delusional and desperate do not describe Gilpin herself. She is warm and clear-eyed when we speak last week before her final ...
Suri Cruise supports mom Katie Holmes at final performance of ‘Our Town’ on Broadway
Suri Cruise has mom Katie Holmes’ back. The 18-year-old surprised her mother with a backstage visit for the actress’ final ...
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‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Star Michael Zegen and Actress Jennifer Damiano Are Married: Inside Wedding
Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star Michael Zegen and Broadway actress Jennifer Damiano tied the knot in New York City, the bride ...
See “Death Becomes Her” movie star Isabella Rossellini visit Michelle Williams in same role on Broadway
Directed by Robert Zemeckis, the dark comedy is about actress Madeline Ashton (Streep) using a potion given to her by Rhuman ...
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Wicked on Broadway reveals new history-making lead casting
Allie Trimm, who has been serving as a standby for the role, will play Glinda. Interestingly, Trimm starred as Patrice alongside Grande as Charlotte in Jason Robert Brown’s 13 on Broadway – both ...
Joy Woods Brings ‘Gypsy’ Back to Broadway
After starring in "The Notebook" last year, the actress takes on Gypsy Rose Lee in the buzzy new production of the musical, ...
Orville Peck Will Replace Adam Lambert as the Emcee in Broadway’s ‘Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club’
Orville Peck is set to take over the role of the Emcee in 'Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club' on Broadway. Get all the details.
“The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel ”Star Michael Zegen and Actress Jennifer Damiano Are Married
Michael Zegen and Jennifer Damiano are married! The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star, 45, and the Broadway actress, 33, tied the ...