Emily Afton
Emily Afton | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 26, 1985 (age 39) United States |
| Education | Emerson College (BFA)[1] |
| Occupation(s) | Singer and actress |
| Website | www |
Emily Afton (born January 26, 1985) is an American singer and actress[2] known for her roles in the Original Broadway Cast of Amélie,[3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10] Broadway and National Tour casts of Hair,[11][12][13][14] and National Tour of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.[15][16] In 2015, she played Pattie in the STAGES St. Louis production of Smokey Joe's Cafe.[17][18][19] In 2017, she performed with the Broadway’s Future Songbook Series[20] featuring the work of Michael Finke.
She performs as lead female vocalist for the bands Saved by the 90s and The Little Mermen.[21][22]
Theatre credits
| Year | Production | Role | Location | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Amélie | U/s Amelie Poulain, swing, dance captain | Walter Kerr Theatre | Broadway |
| Ahmanson Theatre | Regional Pre-Broadway | |||
| 2016 | Oliver! | Nancy | Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre | Regional |
| 2015 | Smokey Joe's Cafe | Pattie | STAGES St. Louis | Regional |
| 2015 | Waitress | Swing, dance captain | A.R.T. | Regional Pre-Broadway |
| 2014 | Standard Time | Featured vocalist (temporary replacement) | The Duke | Off-Broadway |
| 2013 | Featured vocalist | F.M. Kirby Center | Regional Pre-NYC | |
| 2012-2013 | Priscilla, Queen of the Desert | Diva 1 | National Tour | 1st National Tour |
| 2011 | Hair | Swing, dance captain | St. James Theatre | Broadway |
| 2010-2012 | U/s Jeanie, swing, asst. dance captain | National Tour | 1st National Tour | |
| 2009 | A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum | Philia | Goodspeed Opera House | Regional |
| 2007-2008 | I Love a Piano | Swing | National Tour | 1st National Tour |
References
- ^ "Casting — Emily Afton". emilyafton.com. Retrieved April 22, 2022.
- ^ "Emily Afton". emilyafton.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Viagas, Robert (October 17, 2016). "Full Cast Announced for Broadway-Aimed Amélie Musical". Playbill. Retrieved February 5, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton attends the 'Amelie' Broadway Opening Night - After Party..." Getty Images. April 4, 2017. Retrieved February 5, 2019.
- ^ "Center Theatre Group's 'Amelie, A New Musical' Rounds Out Cast". The Hollywood Reporter. October 18, 2016. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Viagas, Robert (November 16, 2016). "Amélie Musical Books Broadway Dates and Theatre". Playbill. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton – Broadway Cast & Staff | IBDB". www.ibdb.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton Theatre Credits". www.broadwayworld.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton". Playbill. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Viagas, Robert (October 17, 2016). "Full Cast Announced for Broadway-Aimed Amélie Musical". Playbill. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton – Broadway Cast & Staff | IBDB". www.ibdb.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton Theatre Credits". www.broadwayworld.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton". Playbill. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Hair Headed Back to Broadway for Summer Run". Broadway.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Dayhoff, Matt (January 5, 2013). "Images from 'Priscilla: Queen of the Desert' at the Peoria Civic Center". The Eye. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Emily Afton Theatre Credits". www.broadwayworld.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Vaughn, Alyssa (June 5, 2015). "STAGES St. Louis' "Smokey Joe's Café" Offers Much More Than Pop Nostalgia". www.stlmag.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Newmark, Judith (June 2, 2015). "Big hits keep playing at 'Smokey Joe's Cafe'". stltoday.com. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Caldwell, Evita (June 5, 2015). "STAGES St. Louis presents 100th production, 'Smokey Joe's Café'". news.stlpublicradio.org. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ Gans, Andrew (January 23, 2017). "Actors Set for Free Broadway's Future Songbook Series Concert in NYC". Playbill. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Bringing Disney Characters and Their Music to Life". The Two River Times. March 12, 2019. Retrieved March 13, 2019.
- ^ Zakarin, Jordan (October 29, 2018). "This Disney cover band is living that wholesome rock 'n' roll lifestyle [Fandom Files #56]". SYFY WIRE. Retrieved January 24, 2019.