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Emily Skinner

Also Credited As: Emily Scott Skinner

Birth Place: Richmond, VA

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Emily Skinner BIO

Broadway: The Cher Show, Prince of Broadway (Outer Critics Circle Award nomination), Side Show (Tony nomination, Drama League Award), Jekyll & Hyde, The Full Monty, James Joyce’s The Dead, Dinner at Eight (Outer Critics Circle nomination), Billy Elliot (Broadway World Award). OFF-BROADWAY: Picnic (Transport Group, Drama Desk Nomination), Jerry Springer The Opera (Carnegie Hall); Fiorello!, No Strings, Pardon My English, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (all at City Center Encores!); My Life With Albertine (Playwrights Horizons). REGIONAL: The Kennedy Center, Signature Theatre, Alliance Theatre, Ford’s Theatre, Long Wharf, The MUNY, St Louis Rep, American Conservatory Theatre, The Old Globe, Goodspeed, Theatre Under The Stars. www.emily-skinner.com.

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Emily Skinner STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Phoebe Burn

Alva Belmont

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Madame Veltri

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
2021
Stepmother

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Georgia Holt

[Chicago]
World Premiere, 2018
Georgia Holt

[Off-Broadway]
Transport Group Concert Production, 2017
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Performer

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
The Muny's Revival Adaptation, 2017
Ursula

[International Tour]
World Premiere Production, 2015
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Mrs. Wilkinson [Replacement]

[Arlington, VA (Regional)]
Signature Theatre Company, 2007
Alexandra

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2006
Mona Stangley

Mona Stangley

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Revival, 2006
Agnes Gooch

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2006
Martha

Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2005
Cissy

[US Tour]
World Premiere, 2004
Diane

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2004
Mag

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2004
Gita Gobel

[Off-Broadway]
Musicals in Mufti Concert, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Mlle. Lea

Mlle. Lea

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Kitty Packard

[Regional (US)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Gussie

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Jenny

[Broadway]
New York Concert, 2001
One of "The Sweethearts"

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Vicki Nichols

[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 2000
Mary Jane Morkan

[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2000
Vicki Nichols

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2000
Mary Jane Morkan

Mary Jane Morkan

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Mary Jane Morkan

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Mary Jane Morkan

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Daisy Hilton

Daisy Hilton

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Marilyn

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1994
Performer

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer

[New York]
Workshop, 1996
Performer


Emily Skinner Movies

Blood Ransom
[ 2014 ] Emily Hudson
Holiday Spectacular
[ 2018 ] Diana
Next Level
[ 2019 ] Cindy Stallings

Emily Skinner TV Shows

Andi Mack
Amber
Crown Lake
Chloe Hauser
Total Eclipse
Diana

Emily Skinner Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Emily Skinner, Prince of Broadway

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Emily SkinnerPicnic

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Emily Skinner, Dinner at Eight

Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Emily Skinner, Side Show

Emily Skinner Videos

Emily Skinner News


Photos: Get a First Look at SUFFS on Broadway


Get a first look at the cast of Suffs in action! All new photos have been released ahead of the show’s opening night on Thursday, April 18.

Video: Shaina Taub Performs 'Keep Marching' and Talks SUFFS With Secretary Hillary Clinton on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW


Suffs creator Shaina Taub recently appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, alongside Secretary Hillary Clinton, who serves on the musical's producing team. Watch the interview and performance in the video here!

SUFFS to Perform on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW Next Monday


Suffs will be coming to your TV screens next week! Cast from the Broadway musical will appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show on Monday, April 15 to perform a song from the show. The episode airs on NBC at 9:00am.

Photos: Melissa McCarthy Visits SUFFS on Broadway


Earlier this week the cast of Suffs welcomed a very special guest to the Music Box Theatre. Melissa McCarthy stopped by for a preview performance of Suffs and posed with the cast backstage. Check out photos here!

NYC Shaken by 4.8 Magnitude Earthquake: Broadway Shows Respond


Despite this morning's surprising 4.8 magnitude earthquake shaking NYC, rest assured: Broadway Shows will go on as planned! While the tremors startled residents, there have been no reports of damage or injuries.

Photos: Hillary Clinton and Lin-Manuel Miranda Host Biden Fundraiser at SUFFS


On Wednesday April 3, Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Lin-Manuel Miranda hosted a fundraiser at new Broadway musical Suffs to support President Biden’s campaign. Check out photos here!

Meet the Trailblazing, History-Making Women of SUFFS


Who are the suffs of Suffs? Did you know that the characters of one of Broadway's newest musicals are based on real, trailblazing women? Before you watch them make history on stage at the Music Box Theatre, get to know the ladies who changed the world over 100 years ago.

Video: Hillary Clinton Talks SUFFS and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW


Hillary Rodham Clinton stopped by The Tonight Show last night to discuss the upcoming election, as well as the new musical Suffs, on which she serves as a producer. Watch the full clip here!

Video: Shaina Taub, Hillary Clinton, Malala Yousafzai, and More Discuss SUFFS on CBS SUNDAY MORNING


Watch Shaina Taub, Hillary Clinton, Malala Yousafzai, and the cast of Suffs discuss the show on CBS Sunday Morning in the video here.

Photos: Inside SUFFS First Preview on Broadway


Earlier this week the cast of Suffs had their first preview on Broadway in front of a sold-out house! Check out photos from the big night here!

Video: Go Inside the First Preview for SUFFS


Suffs is a new musical that demands to be heard, and lucky for theatergoers, previews are now underway at the Music Box Theatre! In this video, watch as the cast, creatives, and audience members celebrate the first preview.

SUFFS Announces Rush and Digital Lottery Policies


Suffs has announced their rush and digital lottery policies, including special $19.20 rush tickets available for purchase in person during previews. Find out how to get discount tickets to Suffs here!

Meet the Cast of SUFFS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


Following a sold-out, extended run at The Public Theater, Shaina Taub’s new musical Suffs is marching to Broadway! Meet the cast of Suffs here!

Hillary Clinton and Lin-Manuel Miranda Will Host Fundraiser For President Biden at SUFFS


Hillary Clinton and Lin-Manuel Miranda will host a fundraiser for President Biden at an upcoming performance of Suffs.

Up on the Marquee: SUFFS


Suffs is marching to Broadway! The new original musical will begin performances at the Music Box Theatre on March 26 with an opening night set for April 18. Check out photos fo the marquee

The Blue Strawberry Brings Broadway Veterans Melissa Errico, John Lloyd Young, and Alice Ripley to St. Louis


Blue Strawberry Showroom and Lounge welcomes a pair of Tony winning actors and a Tony nominee in the coming months. Melissa Errico, Alice Ripley, and John Lloyd Young will bring their cabaret shows to the club in mid-town St. Louis. Errico, a 2008 Tony nominee, will perform her show of Sondheim classics on April 26th and 27th. Young, the Tony winner for Lead Actor in a Musical for his role as Franki Valli in JERSEY BOYS, performs on May 8th and 9th. The Tony winner for NEXT TO NORMAL, Alice Ripley, will be joined by Grammy and Emmy Winner John McDaniel on May 24th and 25th to share their music and stories from a lifetime on Broadway.  

Listen: SUFFS Releases Stripped Down 'Keep Marching' Performed by Shaina Taub


The official audio recording of Shaina Taub performing a stripped-down version of the song 'Keep Watching' from Suffs is available now on streaming platforms! The song can be downloaded or listened to here.

Video: Producer Hillary Rodham Clinton Featured in New SUFFS Promotional Video


Secretary Hillary Clinton, who serves as a producer on Suffs, recently appeared in a promotional video for the musical, which also features writer-composer-lyricist and star Shaina Taub and several cast members. Check out the video here!

Video: Kick Off Women's History Month with the Women of SUFFS


In this video, watch as the cast and creative team including Jenn Colella, Nikki M. James, Anastacia McCleskey, Emily Skinner, Tsilala Brock, Grace McLean, Ally Bonino, Hannah Cruz, and more tell us about the women in their lives who inspire them every day.

Photos: Shaina Taub and the Cast of SUFFS Give a Sneak Peek


Shaina Taub and the cast of Suffs gave a sneak peek at the musical with a special performance at the Great Hall at Cooper Union yesterday. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!

Emily Skinner FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Emily Skinner been in?

Emily Skinner has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

How many West End shows has Emily Skinner been in?

Emily Skinner has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Emily Skinner been nominated for?

Emily Skinner has been nominated for the following awards: Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Prince of Broadway," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play by the Drama Desk Awards for "Picnic," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Dinner at Eight," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Side Show."

What is Emily Skinner next theatre project?

Emily Skinner's next show will be Suffs which opens on 4/18/2024 on Broadway.

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