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Elisa Matthews is a singer, actor and voice teacher based in Philadelphia.  A three-time Barrymore Award Nominee, Elisa recently played the role of Lily in Arden Theatre's critically acclaimed production of "The Secret Garden".  Prior to that, she starred in "The Sound of Music" and played Mrs Molloy in "Hello Dolly!" with Media Theatre.  This fall she will return to Media to play Francesca in "The Bridges of Madison County".

Elisa's other regional credits include Eliza Doolittle in "My Fair Lady", Guenevere in "Camelot", Meg in "Little Women", Betty in "Sunset Boulevard" (Philadelphia Theatre Critic's and Broadwayworld award nominee), Grace in "Annie" (featuring Wanda Sykes), Sharon in "Masterclass" (featuring Tony nominee Ann Crumb), Johanna in "Sweeney Todd" with Arden Theatre, and Belle in "A Christmas Carol". She has appeared on numerous Philadelphia stages including Arden Theatre, People’s Light, Prince Music Theater, Bristol Riverside Theatre and 11th Hour Theatre.

Elisa is also an active opera and concert soloist.  Her opera roles include Susanna in "The Marriage of Figaro", Zerlina in "Don Giovanni", Papagena in "The Magic Flute", Valencienne in "The Merry Widow", Nella in "Gianni Schicchi", and Beth in "Little Women".  On the concert stage, Elisa has made frequent appearances with The Philly Pops, The Ocean City Pops and Bristol Riverside Theatre's Music Fests as well as solo work with many symphonies and orchestras.  

Elisa is a proud member of The Actors Equity Association and is a graduate of Penn State University.  

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BWW Review: Media Theatre's THE WIZARD OF OZ


Media Theatre's opens the Holiday Season with a family favorite The Wizard of Oz.

BWW Interview: Media's Witches - ELISA MATTHEWS AND JENNIE EISENHOWER


Media Theater in Media PA is taking on the classic masterpiece; The Wizard of OZ with a stellar cast which includes two of a handful of elite, highly talented, respected ladies of the stage in the Delaware Valley.

The Media Theatre Announces Casting for THE WIZARD OF OZ


The Media Theatre Has An All-star Philly Cast In 'the Wizard Of Oz' This Holiday Season

Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Opens at Walnut Street Theatre


Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 209th season with Broadway's classic musical, perfect for the entire family, ANNIE. Directed by Glenn Casale, with choreography by Michelle Gaudette, ANNIE begins previews on November 7th, opens on November 15th and runs through January 7th on the Walnut's Mainstage.

Walnut Street Theatre Continues 209th Season with ANNIE Next Month


Walnut Street Theatre continues its 209th Anniversary Season with ANNIE, (November 7 January 7). This Tony Award-winning Best Musical is a perfect family treat for the holiday season.

VIDEO: Behind The Scenes At Media Theatre's CAROUSEL With Cast Member Madalyn St. John!


Madalyn St. John (Carrie) goes backstage at Media Theatre's production of CAROUSEL to interview some of the cast!

Review Roundup: CAROUSEL At Media Theatre


CAROUSEL, a musical by Rodgers and Hammerstein, runs at the Media Theatre through October 22, and the critics are weighing in!

BWW Review: Media Theatre's CAROUSEL


Media Theatre opens its 2017-18 Season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical Carousel .

Joseph Spieldenner to Star in CAROUSEL at The Media Theatre; Cast Set!


The Media Theatre has Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical "Carousel" as the opener for its 2017-18 Broadway Series season. The beloved show plays September 20 to October 22.

Joseph Spieldenner to Star in CAROUSEL at The Media Theatre; Cast Set!


The Media Theatre has Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical "Carousel" as the opener for its 2017-18 Broadway Series season. The beloved show plays September 20 to October 22.

2016 BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Awards Winners Announced - The Media Theatre Wins Big With BILLY ELLIOT and TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD!


Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 75 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2016 Philadelphia winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!

BWW Review: Media Theatre's BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY Turns Up the Heat!


Media Theatre opens its 2016-17 season with the compelling, alluring tale of forbidden love.

Photo Flash: Media Theatre Presents THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY: THE MUSICAL


Jason Robert Brown's Tony winning score enhances 'The Bridges of Madison County: The Musical', which is on stage at The Media Theatre through October 23. The beautiful borough of Media, Pa., has the region's only professional music theatre at 104 East State Street. 

Theatre Philadelphia Announces 2016 Barrymore Award Nominees


Theatre Philadelphia has announced the nominees for the 2016 Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre.

The Media Theatre Announces 2016/2017 Season


The Broadway Series at The Media Theatre is stronger than ever as it leads audiences through its 22nd season from September 2016 to June of 2017.

Brandon Ranalli, Gunar Daniels Share Lead in Media Theatre's BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL, Starting Tonight


The Media Theatre has the Philadelphia region's professional premiere of the 10-time Tony winning Broadway show BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL.

Brandon Ranalli, Gunar Daniels to Share Lead in Media Theatre's BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL; Cast Announced!


The Media Theatre has the Philadelphia region's professional premiere of the 10-time Tony winning Broadway show BILLY ELLIOT: THE MUSICAL.

Jason Robert Brown, Rob McClure Honor Stephen Sondheim at the Arden Tonight


Arden Theatre Company hosts its Master Storyteller Award ceremony and concert tonight, June 1, 2015. The award will be bestowed upon Composer and Lyricist Stephen Sondheim, who will accept the award at a ticketed ceremony and concert, which is a fundraising benefit for the Arden's extensive educational and outreach programs. Composer and Lyricist Jason Robert Brown will present Mr. Sondheim with the award.

Jason Robert Brown, Rob McClure to Honor Stephen Sondheim at the Arden, 6/1


Arden Theatre Company announces a final list of performers for the Master Storyteller Award ceremony and concert on Monday, June 1, 2015. The award will be bestowed upon Composer and Lyricist Stephen Sondheim, who will accept the award at a ticketed ceremony and concert, which is a fundraising benefit for the Arden's extensive educational and outreach programs. Composer and Lyricist Jason Robert Brown will present Mr. Sondheim with the award.

Bristol Riverside Theatre to Open Summer Musicale Fest with AN EVENING WITH LERNER, LOESSER, LOEWE...AND SCHWARTZ!


Bristol Riverside Theatre kicks off its Summer Musicale Fest on June 18-28 with An Evening with Lerner, Loesser, Loewe…and Schwartz! Keith Baker and the BRT Band are joined by BRT veterans Matt Leisy, Elisa Matthews, Lindsay Roberts, Keith Spencer and Jessica Wagner performing hits from My Fair Lady, Camelot, Guys and Dolls, and more.

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