Chatting ‘Wicked,’ ‘Frozen 3,’ ‘Rent’ and more ahead of her ‘Take Me Or Leave Me Tour’ Idina Menzel has had many patrons under a spell since she played Maureen Johnson in the musical Rent in 1996. Her powerful voice, demanding stage presence and proud identity as a […]
Idina Menzel is stepping into yet another musical era of her life. After debuting a new show in February, the Tony Award-winning actress and singer kicks off her first tour in nearly eight years with a Bay Area stop, where she plans to perform a career-spanning set list […]
Broadway legend Idina Menzel brings her Take Me or Leave Me tour to the Gaillard Center Aug. 3, a one woman show featuring fan favorite songs from throughout Menzel’s illustrious career — iconic hits from Wicked, Rent, Frozen, and newer music from her dance album, Drama Queen, released […]
“I’ve always worn my heart on my sleeve, to be honest, and I’m going to continue to do so on this tour.’ — Idina Menzel There are a few reasons why Tony Award-winning actress Idina Menzel chose to call her new tour “Take Me or Leave Me.” Of […]
Broadway veteran says, ‘It’s hard in this day and age with all the social media to feel relevant’ Idina Menzel, 53, is a Tony award–winning Broadway star, but she admits that she battles self-doubt and performance anxiety. As she prepares to hit the road on a musical […]
Idina Menzel is sharing some relatable mom moments as the parent of a teenager. On this week’s episode of PEOPLE in 10, the Frozen star, 53, gave an update on her 14-year-old son Walker and how she’s been navigating his teenage years. The star shares Walker with ex […]
Tony Award-winning actress, singer and songwriter Idina Menzel recalled performing in Pittsburgh around the time of the Tree of Life tragedy in 2018 in Squirrel Hill. “I remember that time, and I remember such a sense of responsibility and connection to my audience. So, years later, when the […]
Broadway star, TV and film actress, and singer Idina Menzel will perform at the Mesa Arts Center on Thursday, July 25, as part of her “Take Me or Leave Me” tour. Menzel is known for the unique mezzo-soprano, emotional voice she brings to her performances. She got her […]
FIND THE IMAGES IN THE GALLERY Menzel, who notably won the 2004 Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical for her turn as Elphaba in Wicked, is returning to Broadway next year in Redwood. In a grand Elphaba meet-up last night, Idina Menzel […]
The new musical, about a woman seeking healing, is to arrive early next year. Idina Menzel will return to Broadway early next year in a new musical called “Redwood,” about a grieving woman who seeks healing among ancient trees. Menzel, who has not worked on Broadway for a […]
Years ago, Idina Menzel’s acting coach told her it’s okay to take some creative liberties with her resume. And if a casting director happened to say, “I saw that show in bumfuck wherever and I don’t remember you playing Rizzo in Grease,” Menzel was to reply, “Well, I […]
The musical theater star is originating a role in, and was deeply involved in the creation of ‘Redwood’ — which could potentially bring her back to Broadway. “Ever since Rent, I have made it a priority to originate roles and shine a light on new work,” Idina Menzel […]
WHEN ASKED WHERE she’d like to meet for lunch, Idina Menzel selects Union Square Cafe in Manhattan, where the multi-hyphenate performer worked as a reservationist before becoming a Broadway star “I was really bad at the job,” she recalls, “but I loved the people and the tuna burger. […]
Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Josh Gad, Jennifer Lee, Chris Buck, and more of the cast and creative team reflect on the birth of an unlikely modern Disney classic. About 10 years ago, Josh Gad wanted to buy his daughter an Elsa dress. It shouldn’t have been difficult. Frozen, […]
There’s something familiar about watching Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth have a conversation — the way that one of them tends to be a bubbling extrovert, the other more introspective but observant and ready with a joke. After a long day in workshops for their respective musical projects, […]