Renee Elise Goldsberry

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Goldsberry is an American actress and singer known for originating the role of Angelica Schuyler in the Broadway musical Hamilton, for which she won the 2016 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Her other Broadway credits include Nettie Harris in the original Broadway cast of The Color Purple, and Mimi Marquez in Rent. She has portrayed many roles on television, including Geneva Pine on The Good Wife, and Evangeline Williamson on One Life to Live, for which she received two Daytime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. As of 2021, she stars in the Peacock musical comedy Girls5eva. Also that year, she received a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Actress in a Supporting Role in a Limited Series or Movie for her performance in the Disney+ live stage recording of Hamilton, which was released in 2020.

In 2001, Goldsberry had the lead role of Nicole Taylor in the romantic comedy All About You, for which her performance was praised. She also portrayed Drea Smalls in the 2008 action film Pistol Whipped, and small supporting roles as Cynthia Barnes in the crime drama Every Secret Thing (2014) and Kim in the comedy Sisters (2015). In 2019 she starred in Waves (2019) with co-star Sterling K. Brown.

Her theatrical credits are also extensive. Goldsberry played a replacement Nala in the Broadway production of The Lion King, and was in the cast of the United States national tour of Dreamgirls.

She was nominated for a Drama League Award for Distinguished Performance, and won a New York magazine Best of 2005 Award, for her performance as Sylvia in the 2005 Shakespeare in the Park revival of Two Gentlemen of Verona. Goldsberry later originated the role of Nettie Harris in The Color Purple, the Broadway musical adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning 1982 novel of the same name. She starred in the production from November 2005 to January 2006.

Goldsberry returned to the Off-Broadway stage in The Baker's Wife in 2007, before taking over the role of Mimi Márquez in the Broadway musical Rent, making her the final actress to play the role on Broadway. Rent's last performance was filmed and made into a DVD, Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway, which also aired as a television film. In 2011, she was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award for her portrayal of Kate Dillon in the Broadway production of David Lindsay-Abaire's play Good People. She went on to appear in off-Broadway productions of Love's Labour's Lost and As You Like It, and appeared in I'm Getting My Act Together and Taking It on the Road at Encores!.

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Renee Elise Goldsberry STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2023
Prospero

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Angelica Schuyler

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2015
Angelica Schuyler

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2013
Heather

[Off-Broadway]
Public LAB Production, 2011
Performer

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2011
Kate

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Nettie

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2005
Silvia

Silvia

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Nala [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Mimi Marquez [Replacement]


Renee Elise Goldsberry Movies

Palco & Hirsch
[ 2001 ] Jessica
All About You
[ 2001 ] Nicole Renee Goldsberry
Turnaround
[ 2002 ] Rachel Renee Goldsberry
Every Secret Thing
[ 2014 ] Cynthia Barnes
Sisters
[ 2015 ] Kim
The House with a Clock in Its Walls
[ 2018 ] Selena Izard
Waves
[ 2019 ] Catherine
Hamilton
[ 2020 ] Angelica Schuyler
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] Sunday Legend #3
Anything's Possible
[ 2022 ] Selene

Renee Elise Goldsberry TV Shows

Ally McBeal
Singer, Backup Singer #1, Ikette #1
Altered Carbon
Quellcrist Falconer
Evil
Renée Harris
Fast & Furious Spy Racers
Ms. Nowhere
Girls5eva
Wickie Roy
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Martha Marron
One Life to Live
Evangeline Williamson
The Good Wife
Geneva Pine
The Lion Guard
Dhahabu

Renee Elise Goldsberry Awards and Nominations


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Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Renee Elise Goldsberry, Hamilton


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Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Renee Elise Goldsberry, Hamilton


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The Lortels - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Renée Elise Goldsberry, Hamilton

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Renee Elise, Good People

Renee Elise Goldsberry Videos

Renee Elise Goldsberry News


Video: Sara Bareilles Talks GIRLS5EVA Being 'Resurrected' on Netflix After Cancelation

Sara Bareilles sat down on Late Night With Seth Meyers to discuss the 'resurrection' of Girls5Eva on Netflix after it had been canceled by Peacock. Watch a video of the 'Brave' singer also discussing filming Waitress on Broadway for the recently-released stage film, her spontaneous engagement to Joe Tippett, and more.

Interview: GIRLS5EVA Cast Pitches a Broadway-Themed Season

Watch a video of the Girls5Eva stars Sara Bareilles, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Busy Phillips, and Paula Pell teasing what to expect from season three, including new musical numbers and unexpected characters. Plus, find out how they would want to incorporate Broadway into a possible fourth season!

Broadway Streaming Guide: March 2023 - Where to Watch GIRLS5EVA & More

It's your lucky month as March is filled with a brand-new lineup of streaming content for Broadway fans! From the return of Girls5Eva and movie musicals like Wonka and Cabaret coming to streaming, this season also features new streaming projects with Carol Burnett, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Ariana DeBose, Ariana Grande, and more.

Renee Elise Goldsberry Comes to the Capitol Theatre Next Week

The WSO will welcome Broadway star Renée Elise Goldsberry to the Capitol Theatre in West Virginia next week! The performance is set for February 16.

Tony-Winning HAMILTON Star Renée Elise Goldsberry To Make West Virginia Debut, February 16

Broadway star Renée Elise Goldsberry will perform with the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra in West Virginia for the first time. Goldsberry, known for her role as Angelica Schuyler in Hamilton, will showcase her musical talents across various genres, including gospel, folk, and Broadway. Don't miss this extraordinary evening at the Capitol!

CLONE HIGH Season Two Debuts on Max in February

Returning stars include Will Forte (Abe) and Nicole Sullivan (Joan); executive producers Phil Lord (Scudworth) and Chris Miller (JFK and Mr. B); Christa Miller (Candide Sampson); Ayo Edebiri (Harriet); Mitra Jouhari (Cleo); Vicci Martinez (Frida); Kelvin Yu (Confucius); Neil Casey (Topher Bus); and Donald Faison (George Washington Carver).

LaChanze Speaks Up About THE COLOR PURPLE Royalties For 'I'm Here'; Says She 'Was a Huge Part at Writing' the Song

LaChanze is speaking up about the mark she made on The Color Purple musical. The actress and producer, who won a Tony Award for playing the role of Celie in the original Broadway production, states that she added lyrics to 'I'm Here.'

Interview: Renee Elise Goldsberry Goes Beyond Broadway at The Hobby Center

Renée is coming to Houston to launch a new series at the HOBBY CENTER called BEYOND BROADWAY. It will debut on January 20th, and Renée will be a one-night-only affair to kick it all off. Upcoming performers in the series include Alan Cumming and Patti Lupone.

Photos: Sutton Foster, LaChanze & More Attend PAL JOEY Gala Performance at New York City Center

New York City Center's Pal Joey opened with a benefit performance last week and BroadwayWorld was there! Check out photos from inside the big night.

Two World Premiere Musicals & More Set for La Jolla Playhouse 2024/2025 Season

La Jolla Playhouse has unveiled its 2024/2025 season, featuring two world-premiere musicals. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of PURLIE VICTORIOUS

BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big opening night of Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch and you can check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals here!

Interview: Meet THE LION KING's New Simba, Vincent Jamal Hooper

incent Jamal Hooper took his very first bow in The Lion King as “Simba”. The show marks Hooper’s Broadway and Lion King debut. Below, he's checking in with BroadwayWorld to talk all about the role and his first night on Broadway! 

Review Roundup: Public Works' THE TEMPEST at the Delacorte Theater

Public Works’ The Tempest is running at The Delacorte Theater through Sunday, September 3 as part of Free Shakespeare in the Park. Read the reviews for The Tempest here.

Photos: First Look at Renée Elise Goldsberry & More in Public Works' THE TEMPEST

Get a first look at Renée Elise Goldsberry and the ensemble cast in Public Works’ production of THE TEMPEST.

ARTS By George! 2023 to Feature Concert from Renee Elise Goldsberry

“An evening like no other,” ARTS by George! will make its annual return on September 30 beginning at 5 p.m. The philanthropic event, headlined by Emmy, GRAMMY, and Tony Award winner Renée Elise Goldsberry, raises vital support for student scholarships in visual arts, dance, music, theater, game design, film, arts management, as well as for the Mason Community Arts Academy, Green Machine Ensembles, and the Great Performance at Mason season at the Center for the Arts.

Photos: See Renée Elise Goldsberry & More in Rehearsals for Public Works' THE TEMPEST

Explore exclusive rehearsal photos and behind-the-scenes insights from the upcoming production of Public Works’ THE TEMPEST. Get a sneak peek at the cast and see what goes into bringing this exciting show to life.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Reveals a Spanish-Language Translation of HAMILTON is in the Works

Hamilton has played around the world, notably with multiple runs in Puerto Rico, most recently this June to benefit the Hispanic Federation and the Flamboyan Arts Fund. However, the show's creator Lin-Manuel Miranda has revealed that the next time the musical is performed in Puerto Rico, he wants it to be in Spanish.

Wake Up With BWW 6/22: THE KARATE KID Musical Reading, Ellie Kemper in PETER PAN GOES WRONG, and More!

Top stories: Ralph Macchio attends a reading of The Karate Kid the Musical, first look at Ellie Kemper in Peter Pan Goes Wrong, New York City Center Encores! The Light in the Piazza, and more!

Exclusive: Watch the GIRLS5EVA Cast Rock Out to 'Freedom! '90' on CARPOOL KARAOKE

Watch an exclusive video clip of The Girls5Eva cast, Sara Bareilles, Renee Elise Goldsberry, Paula Pell, and Busy Phillips, singing and dancing along to George Michael's 'Freedom! '90.' This season will also include Lea Michele, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Darren Criss, Alanis Morissette, Alison Brie, Cara Delevingne, Avril Lavigne, and more.

Friday 5(+1): Shelby Anderson and Mike Wargo from THE DATE

Playhouse 615 hosts a workshop production of Zach Leon’s musical The Date this weekend, April 14-16. Located at 11920 Lebanon Road in Mt. Juliet, Playhouse 615 is the latest theatrical endeavor by Joel Meriwether and Ann Street Kavanaugh. Leon’s The Date stars Shelby Anderson and Mike Wargo. A staged reading of Leon’s Buke’s Island was presented in March at Café Coco.

Renee Elise Goldsberry FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Renee Elise Goldsberry been in?

Renee Elise Goldsberry has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Renee Elise Goldsberry been in?

Renee Elise Goldsberry has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Renee Elise Goldsberry been nominated for?

Renee Elise Goldsberry has been nominated for various awards for her performances in Broadway shows. These nominations include Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hamilton," Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hamilton," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at The Lortels for "Hamilton," and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Good People."

What awards has Renee Elise Goldsberry won?

Renee Elise Goldsberry has won the following awards for her performance in Hamilton: - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) - Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (The Lortels)

What is Renee Elise Goldsberry next theatre project?

Renee Elise Goldsberry's next show will be The Tempest which opens on 8/27/2023 on Off-Broadway.

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