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Laura Benanti
Soprano
Born July 15, 1979 in New York City (47)
Theatre
Tony Award-winning soprano and musical theatre virtuoso whose crystalline voice and dramatic intelligence have made her one of Broadway's most versatile leading ladies.
5 Signature RolesSignature Roles
Spotlight
Defining moments and milestones
Career Trajectory
Benanti emerged as a Broadway leading lady in the early 2000s, initially gaining recognition for her work in revivals and contemporary musicals before achieving major critical acclaim. Her performance as Cinderella in Sondheim's Into the Woods marked a turning point, establishing her as a soprano of considerable vocal and dramatic power. She reached the apex of her Broadway career with her Tony Award-winning performance as Eliza Doolittle in Lincoln Center Theater's 2018 production of My Fair Lady, a role that showcased both her technical vocal mastery and her gift for character transformation.
Career Highlight
Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for My Fair Lady (2018)
Training & Education
New York University
Available Performances
Recordings featuring Laura Benanti in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.