Marisha Wallace is an American-born British actress and singer renowned for her powerhouse performances in West End and Broadway productions.

About Marisha Wallace

A two-time Olivier Award nominee, Marisha Wallace is is an American-born British actress and singer best known for her powerhouse vocals and compelling stage presence, she has captivated audiences on Broadway, the West End, and beyond.

Wallace made her professional theatre debut as Ado Annie in a regional production of Oklahoma! before going on to perform in the original Broadway cast of Aladdin in 2014. She made her West End debut in 2017 as Effie White in Dreamgirls at the Savoy Theatre, and has since become one of the West End’s most celebrated leading ladies. Known for her powerful voice and commanding stage presence, Wallace has earned two Olivier Award nominations for her performances in Oklahoma! and Guys and Dolls.

Theatre Credits

Marisha Wallace has built an extraordinary career across Broadway, the West End, and major international theatrical productions, establishing herself as one of the industry’s most celebrated performers.

  • Made West End debut as Effie White/alternate Effie White in Dreamgirls, later taking over the lead role
  • Starred in Hairspray, receiving a WhatsOnStage Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical
  • Starred as Ado Annie in Oklahoma!, receiving an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Musical
  • Appeared in Cabaret as Sally Bowles
  • Starred as Miss Adelaide in Guys and Dolls, receiving an Olivier Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical
  • Appeared in Waitress, receiving a WhatsOnStage Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical
  • Performed in a concert staging of Once on This Island as Erzulie
  • Made her London stage play debut as Jada in Table 17 at the Kiln Theatre

Film and Television credits

Notable film and television credits include Cabaret Live (filmed West End and Broadway production), Celebrity Big Brother (Channel 4, 2024), Feel Good (Netflix), Jingle Jangle (Netflix) and various concert performances and televised awards shows.

Marisha Wallace Links & Socials

Marisha Wallace Press Interviews

InterviewMarisha Wallace talks Cabaret, natural hair and British stage traditions (Spell Magazine, Spell Magazine, 21 January 2025) - Read more
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