Idina Menzel Honored with Sardi's Portrait Amidst 'Redwood' Broadway Success

April 18, 2025
Idina Menzel Honored with Sardi's Portrait Amidst 'Redwood' Broadway Success
  • Idina Menzel, the renowned Broadway star and Tony Award winner for her role in 'Wicked,' received a portrait at Sardi's on April 17, 2025, celebrating her significant contributions to theater.

  • The event was attended by notable figures from the Broadway community, including directors and fellow actors, underscoring Menzel's strong connections in the industry.

  • Currently, Menzel is starring in the Broadway musical 'Redwood' at the Nederlander Theatre, a production she co-conceived with director Tina Landau.

  • In 'Redwood,' Menzel plays Jesse, a woman navigating a pivotal moment in her life set against the backdrop of a Northern California redwood forest.

  • The cast of 'Redwood' features notable actors such as De'Adre Aziza, Michael Park, Zachary Noah Piser, and Khaila Wilcoxon, with additional cast members serving as standbys.

  • The musical, featuring music and lyrics by Diaz and Landau, is scheduled to run until August 17, 2025.

  • Menzel's notable Broadway credits include roles in 'If/Then,' 'Wicked,' 'Aida,' and 'Rent,' among others.

  • Beyond her theater work, Menzel has enjoyed a successful film career with appearances in 'Frozen,' 'Enchanted,' and 'Uncut Gems,' as well as the upcoming 'You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah.'

  • On television, she has featured in productions such as 'Glee' and the PBS special 'Barefoot at the Symphony.'

  • Menzel's off-Broadway work includes performances in 'Skintight,' 'See What I Wanna See,' 'The Vagina Monologues,' and 'Hair.'

  • Her impressive list of accolades includes a Tony Award, an Obie Award, and a Drama League Award for her performances in various productions.

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BroadwayWorld.com • Apr 18, 2025

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