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Matt Henry is a British actor, singer, and dancer who has made a name for himself in both the West End and on Broadway. Born in 1983 in West London, Henry began his career as a dancer, performing with the likes of Kylie Minogue and the Sugababes before transitioning to musical theater.
Henry's first major role came in the West End production of "Lion King" in 2008, where he played the role of Simba. He received critical acclaim for his performance, with The Guardian praising his "raw energy and emotional depth." Henry continued to perform in "Lion King" for several years, also taking on the role of Rafiki and covering for other male leads.
In 2015, Henry joined the cast of "Kinky Boots" in the West End, taking on the role of Lola, a drag queen who helps a struggling shoe factory turn their business around. Henry's performance was widely praised, with The Independent calling him "a revelation" and The Telegraph hailing his "powerful voice and commanding stage presence." Henry went on to win the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance.
Henry made his Broadway debut in "Kinky Boots" in 2018, reprising his role as Lola. His performance earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical. In addition to his stage work, Henry has also appeared on television, including a guest role on the BBC series "Doctor Who" in 2015.
In 2019, Henry returned to the West End to star in "Only Fools and Horses: The Musical," based on the popular British sitcom. He played the role of musical director Raquel Turner, a character originally played by Tessa Peake-Jones in the TV series. The show received mixed reviews, but Henry's performance was praised by The Stage as "charismatic and vocally impressive."
Most recently, Henry appeared in the 2020 West End production of "Mary Poppins," playing the role of Bert, the chimney sweep originally played by Dick Van Dyke in the 1964 film. The production was well-received, with The Guardian praising Henry's "endearing charm" and "knockout performance" in the role.

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Matt Henry STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2023
Buffalo Bill [Replacement]

[West End]
2021
Performer

[West End]
West End, 2015
Lola

Matt Henry Productions

 
[West End, 2021]
Co-Creator

Matt Henry Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 2016 - Best Actor in a Musical

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THE DRIFTERS GIRL Comes to The King's Theatre, Glasgow This Month


THE DRIFTERS GIRLS comes to The King's Theatre, Glasgow from 9-13 April 2024. Learn more about the cast here!

Matt Henry Joins THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Musical as 'Nigel'


Matt Henry will bring the esteemed character of Nigel to the stage in The Devil Wears Prada, a new musical. Learn more about Matt here!

MY FAVORITE THINGS Concert, Featuring Audra McDonald, Julian Ovenden, Aaron Tveit, and More, Will Come to Cinemas This February


CinemaLive has announced a new season of musical events to play in 475 cinemas across the UK and Ireland in 2024, including My Favorite Things, starring Audra McDonald, Julian Ovenden, Aaron Tveit, and more. Check out the full slate here!

Marisha Wallace, Toby Gad & More to Perform in NUTCRACKER NIGHTS at The Tuff Nutt Jazz Club


Experience exclusive live music sessions at The Tuff Nutt Jazz Club after performances of Nutcracker at Southbank Centre. Featuring Emma Rawicz, David Preston, Gabrielle Brooks, and more. Don't miss this unforgettable encore to the critically acclaimed Nutcracker. Tickets on sale now.

Aimie Atkinson, Alice Fearn, Lucie Jones, and More Set For MUSICAL CON 2023; Full Schedule Released!


Musical Con have released the full schedule for the second year of the UK's official musical fan convention, which is taking place at ExCeL London later this month. Learn more about who will be in attendance here!

Photos: First Look at Carly Mercedes Dyer and More in THE DRIFTERS GIRL Tour


Michael Harrison and David Ian have announced casting for the first-ever UK and Ireland tour of The Drifters Girl, the acclaimed new West End musical which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them.

Fra Fee, Matt Henry MBE, Courtney Bowman, and Caroline Sheen Join The Barricade Boys West End Party


Fresh from conquering America with a sold-out debut in New York, The Barricade Boys are back in the UK and ready for the ultimate home-coming tour. Learn more about the upcoming concerts and find out how to get tickets here!

THE DRIFTERS GIRL Comes to Milton Keynes in October


Witness the new musical, which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them, which comes to Milton Keynes on its first UK tour! Learn more about the musical and find out how to get tickets here!

MUSICAL CON Reveals More Special Guests For Upcoming Convention


Musical Con, the UK's official Musical Theatre fan convention which returns to Excel London  next month for its second year, has announced more special guests. Find out who else will be in attendance here!

Carly Mercedes Dyer and More Will Lead the UK Tour of THE DRIFTERS GIRL


Casting has been announced for the first-ever UK and Ireland tour of The Drifters Girl, the acclaimed new West End musical which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them. Find out who's starring in the musical here!

Scott Alan Re-Releases Album 'Nothing More'


Scott Alan re-releases his ninth album, Nothing More, today, June 2nd,  featuring two new songs sung by West End’s Rob Houchen and Alan.  

Start the Summer Right with BroadwayHD


Whether you’re celebrating Father’s Day, summer vacation, Pride month, or simply Tony Awards season, BroadwayHD has a variety of shows the whole family can enjoy.

KINKY BOOTS, FALSETTOS & More Among BroadwayHD's Pride Month Selections


BroadwayHD is delivering a variety of titles this June for viewers to stream featuring themes of acceptance, individuality, family dynamics, censorship, freedom of expression, and LGBTQ+ issues

THE DRIFTERS GIRL Extends UK & Ireland Tour Into 2024


Michael Harrison and David Ian are delighted to announce extended dates for the first-ever UK and Ireland tour of The Drifters Girl, the acclaimed musical which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them. 

Full Cast Announced for ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, Starring Rachel Tucker


Olivier Award-winning West End star Matt Henry is joining the cast of Annie Get Your Gun for a special one-night only concert – starring West End and Broadway favourite Rachel Tucker, at the world-famous London Palladium.

THE DRIFTERS GIRL Announces First UK Tour Dates


The first 2023 / '24 tour dates have been announced for The Drifters Girl, the new musical which tells the remarkable story of one of the world's greatest vocal groups and the woman who made them.

'This is only the beginning!' West End Winners Announced for The Stage Debut Awards 2022


After a virtual ceremony in 2020 and a pandemic-induced silence in 2021, The Stage Debut Awards have finally returned in all their glitz and glamour the day before the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Stage veterans and shooting starlets gathered to celebrate their debuts and, after a nationwide minute of silence at eight sharp, Susan Wokoma kicked off the festivities.

Susan Wokoma Announced as Host of The Stage Debut Awards 2022 Alongside Presenters and Performers


BAFTA Award-winning actor Susan Wokoma has been announced as the host of The Stage Debut Awards 2022, in association with Ambassador Theatre Group. The Stage Debut Awards celebrate the very best breakthrough talent in theatre, from actors and directors to designers, writers, composers and lyricists, all of whom have made their professional debuts in the past two years.

THE DRIFTERS GIRL to Close in the West End in October; UK Tour to Open in September 2023


The Drifters Girl will play its final performance at the Garrick Theatre in London on Saturday 15 October, before embarking on a UK Tour next year, opening at the Mayflower Theatre, Southampton in September 2023.

Felicia Boswell To Make West End Debut in THE DRIFTERS GIRL


Broadway star FELICIA BOSWELL will join London’s new smash hit musical, The Drifters Girl. Felicia will play Faye Treadwell, the legendary manager of The Drifters, who, alongside her husband, fought for three decades to turn Atlantic Records' hottest vocal group into a global phenomenon.

Matt Henry FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Matt Henry been in?

Matt Henry has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Matt Henry been in?

Matt Henry has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Matt Henry's first West End show?

Matt Henry's first West End show was Kinky Boots which opened in 2015

What awards has Matt Henry been nominated for?

Matt Henry has been nominated for the Best Actor in a Musical award at the Olivier Awards for his performance in Kinky Boots.

What awards has Matt Henry won?

Matt Henry won the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical for his performance in Kinky Boots.

What is Matt Henry next theatre project?

Matt Henry's next show will be Annie Get Your Gun in Concert which opens on 4/7/2023 on West End.

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