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Eden Espinosa

Birth Place: Anaheim, California, USA

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BIO

Eden Espinosa is most recognized for her critically acclaimed portrayal of Elphaba in "Wicked" on Broadway and in Los Angeles and San Francisco.


Other credits include originating the title character in "Brooklyn the Musical", Flora in "Flora the Red Menace," and Maureen in the closing company of "Rent" on Broadway. Eden also originated the role of Sadie Thompson in the world premiere of "Rain", at the Old Globe Theater. She portrayed Eva Peron in TPAC and Studio Tenn's production of"Evita". In 2017 she toured Denmark and London playing Emma Borden in the rock musical "Lizzie". She played Mary Flynn to rave reviews in Maria Freidmans productions of "Merrily We Roll Along" at the Huntington Theatre in Boston. She was Daniela in Kennedy Center's "In The Heights". Most recently she originated the role of Tamara De Lempicka in the world premiere of "Lempicka" at Williamstown Theatre Festival, directed by Rachel Chavkin. She appeared in the US tour of Falsettos in 2019.
Her television appearances include shows such as Law and Order, Ugly Betty, and Elementary. Voiceover credits include Cassandra in the Disney show Tangled the Series, Robot Chicken, MAD TV, Elena of Avalor, and Titan Maximum.
Eden's debut album, Look Around, charted in the Pop iTunes top 50 between Adele and Katy Perry. Her second album was released in 2019.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Tamara de Lempicka

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Mami (Carmen)

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2020
Narrator

[US Tour]
US Revival Tour, 2019
Trina

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Concert Production, 2018
Daniela

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Old Globe World Premiere, 2016
Sadie Thompson

[Los Angeles]
Reprise! Concert, 2008
Flora

[Los Angeles]
Los Angeles Production, 2007
Elphaba

[New York]
New York Concert, 2006
Bella

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Elphaba [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Brooklyn

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Elphaba [Replacement]

Elphaba (Standby)

Nessarose (Understudy)

[New York]
New York Concert, 2003
Performer

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2003
Brooklyn

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Maureen Johnson [Replacement]

Movies

The Storyteller
[ 2018 ] Carol

TV Shows

Elena of Avalor
Orizaba
Mad
Khloé Kardashian, Vendor, Colleen Goodwin
Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure
Cassandra
Brilliant Minds
Pastor Maria Thomas
Alice's Wonderland Bakery
The Queen Of Hearts
Brilliant Minds
Pastor Maria Thomas
Alice's Wonderland Bakery
Queen Of Hearts

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Disinguished Performance

Eden Espinosa, The Gardens of Anuncia

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Disinguished Performance

Eden Espinosa, Lempicka

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Eden Espinosa, Lempicka

Videos

News


Eden Espinosa Joins the Cast of Stonewall Multimedia Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2025

Actress and singer Eden Espinosa will join the cast of THERE’S A RIOT GOING ON!: The Real Music & True Story of Stonewall (TARGO!) for its June 4th and 11th performances at Joe’s Pub.
National Music Theater Conference, Eden Espinosa and More Set for O’Neill Theater Center 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2025

The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center has unveiled its 2025 summer conference lineup as well as a formal expansion of its developmental  programming into the fall and winter seasons. Learn more!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of DEAD OUTLAW
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 29, 2025

Earlier this week, Dead Outlaw officially opened on Broadway at the Longacre Theatre! BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet arrivals here.
Photos: DEATH BECOMES HER's Megan Hilty Gets Honored with a Sardi's Portrait
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 26, 2025

Megan Hilty, who is currently portraying the role of Madeline Ashton in the Broadway musical Death Becomes Her, recently received her Sardi's portrait! See the photos below.
Review: A FABULOUS 50TH Celebrates CHICAGO and A CHORUS LINE Golden Anniversary
by Michael Quintos - Apr 23, 2025

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of two groundbreaking, iconic musicals CHICAGO and A CHORUS LINE, Segerstrom Center for the Arts in association with Spot-On Entertainment presented a one-nigh-only star-studded concert featuring the music of John Kander, Fred Ebb, and Marvin Hamlisch. The lineup included Tony Award nominees Tony Yazbeck and OC native Eden Espinosa, plus Max Clayton, Jason Graae, and original A CHORUS LINE cast member Kay Cole. The event was hosted by Scott Coulter and featured pianist John Boswell and the Fabulous 50 orchestra under the direction of Rob Istad.
Video: It's WICKED Game Night on Stars in the House
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2025

Tune in for a special WICKED game night with Katie Rose Clarke, Eden Espinosa, Ana Gasteyer, Brandi Chavonne Massey, Nancy Opel, and Donna Vivino. Past leading ladies will join Seth and James for a night of fun and fundraising. And, yes, some live belting and soprano high notes! Watch in this video.
Composer and Sound Artist Rucyl Mills Honored as Part of the 17th Annual Hermitage Greenfield Prize Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025

This was the central event of a three-day celebration, hosted by the Hermitage Artist Retreat (Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO) in partnership with the Greenfield Foundation.
Eden Espinosa, William Michals and Emily Skeggs to Perform at The Huntington 2025 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025

The Huntington will present its annual Spotlight Gala at the SoWa Power Station, featuring performances by Eden Espinosa and more. Learn how to attend!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 4, 2025
by - Apr 4, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 4, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Eden Espinosa Reflects on 'Emotional' LEMPICKA Run: 'I Was Afraid to Say No'
by Michael Major - Apr 3, 2025

Eden Espinosa is reflecting on her 'emotional' journey with Lempicka, encouraging performers to advocate for themselves. Nearly a year after the musical's short-lived run on Broadway, the actress opened up about the demands of the titular role.
Eden Espinosa to Perform at Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025

Tony and Emmy Award nominee Eden Espinosa will perform at the 2025 Hermitage Greenfield Prize Dinner. Learn more about Espinosa and the event and see how to attend.
Photos: Broadway Backwards Raises Record $1,111,788
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2025

Broadway stars lit up the Gershwin Theatre on March 10, 2025, as Broadway Backwards delivered performances celebrating LGBTQ+ love, the strength of community and the boundless power of hope. See photos from the event here! 
LEMPICKA Will Open in Seoul, South Korea in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2025

Lempicka is headed to Seoul, South Korea in 2026! It has been noted that the musical will be translated into Korean for this production. Learn more about the production here!
Eugene O’Neill Theater Center Seeking Vocalists for 2025 Cabaret Fellows Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now seeking vocalists for its 2025 Cabaret Fellows program. Applications. Learn more and see how to apply to the program here!
Eden Espinosa, J. Harrison Ghee, and More Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

Additional stars have joined the lineup of this year's Broadway Backwards, including Eden Espinosa, J. Harrison Ghee and more. See the stars taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
WICKED, OH, MARY!, THE OUTSIDERS And More Take Home Artios Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

Casting Society honored excellence in casting across feature film, television (scripted and unscripted), commercials and theater at the 40th Annual Artios Awards. Several theatrical productions including Oh, Mary! and The Outsiders took home honors.
At This Performance: Getting to Know Swings, The Backbone of Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Perhaps no member of a Broadway company is more indispensable or rightfully lauded than our incredible covers. And of all the good folks working behind the scenes ready to keep the show going on day after day, perhaps no one works harder than the swing.
At This Performance: Getting to Know Swings, The Backbone of Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Perhaps no member of a Broadway company is more indispensable or rightfully lauded than our incredible covers. And of all the good folks working behind the scenes ready to keep the show going on day after day, perhaps no one works harder than the swing.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 8, 2025

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Interview: Marti Gould Fuses Theater and Drag in STAGE FRIGHT at The Red Eye NY
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 6, 2025

Host Marti Gould Cummings, an NYC Drag staple, is striving to make theater more accessible to New Yorkers with this free series starring some of Broadway's biggest names, including Adam Pascal, Jimbo, John Cardoza and Mandy Gonzalez.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Eden Espinosa been in?

Eden Espinosa has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Eden Espinosa been in?

Eden Espinosa has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Eden Espinosa been nominated for?

Disinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for The Gardens of Anuncia, Disinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Lempicka and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Lempicka.

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