Explore Stephanie J. Block net worth, age, height, bio, birthday, wiki, and salary! Acclaimed Broadway and Off-Broadway stage actress who played leading roles in The Boy from Oz, Wicked, Anything Goes and The Cher Show. In this article, we will discover how old is Stephanie J. Block? Who is Stephanie J. Block dating now & how much money does Stephanie J. Block have?
Name | Stephanie J. Block |
First Name | Stephanie |
Last Name | J. Block |
Occupation | Stage Actress |
Birthday | September 19 |
Birth Year | 1972 |
Place of Birth | Brea |
Home Town | California |
Birth Country | United States |
Birth Sign | Virgo |
Full/Birth Name | |
Father | Not Available |
Mother | Not Available |
Siblings | Not Available |
Spouse | Not Known |
Children(s) | Not Available |
Stephanie J. Block Biography
Stephanie J. Block is one of the most popular and richest Stage Actress who was born on September 19, 1972 in Brea, California, United States. Paige O’Hara voiced Belle in the 1991 movie Beauty and the Beast; Block portrayed the same heroine on stage.
Stephanie Janette Block (born September 19, 1972) is an American actress and singer, most known for her work on the Broadway stage.
Block starred alongside Allison Janney, Megan Hilty, and Marc Kudisch in the new musical adaptation of the 1980 film 9 to 5. The production was directed by Joe Mantello, with music written by Dolly Parton. The show opened on Broadway in April 2009 at the Marquis Theatre and closed in September 2009. Block starred as Judy Bernly, the frazzled divorcée, the role played by Jane Fonda in the film. For this role Block was nominated for the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical.
She starred opposite her husband, Sebastian Arcelus, in the first national tour of Wicked.
She won a Critics Table Award for Best Actress for her work in Oliver! and a Drama Desk Award for her role in 9 to 5.
Block was born on September 19, 1972, in Brea, California, and has one sister, Renée. Her mother, Rosemarie (Garritano), worked for the local school district, and her father, Steven Block, was a welfare fraud investigator. She was raised Catholic, and is of German and Italian descent. Block grew up in Brea, where she attended St. Angela Merici Parish School. Later she attended an all-girls Catholic private school, Rosary High School in Fullerton, California, for her secondary education. She finished up her high school years at the Orange County High School of the Arts.
Stephanie J. Block Net Worth
Stephanie is one of the richest Stage Actress from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Stephanie J. Block's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: January 13, 2024)
At the start of her career, she acted in regional theater productions and also sang in several commercials.
Net Worth | $5 Million |
Salary | Under Review |
Source of Income | Stage Actress |
Cars | Not Available |
House | Living in own house. |
In spring 2005, Block originated the role of Elphaba in the first national tour of Wicked. She was awarded both the 2006 Helen Hayes Award and the 2007 Carbonell Award for Best Actress in a Non-Resident Production for this role. Block received great reviews for a show-stopping performance. After performing with the tour for a year Block left the production in March 2006 and was replaced by Julia Murney.
Block married actor, Sebastian Arcelus, on October 25, 2007. Arcelus starred alongside Block in the first national tour of Wicked as the Fiyero replacement from January to October 2006 and again on Broadway from October to December 2007. They have one daughter, Vivienne Helena Arcelus, who was born January 19, 2015.
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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Block made her Broadway debut in 2003, originating the role of Liza Minnelli in The Boy from Oz. After reading for the role of Elphaba during the early stages of Wicked in 2000, Block became the first actress to play the role in the show’s first U.S. national tour in 2005. She later reprised the role of Elphaba on Broadway from 2007 to 2008.
Who is Stephanie J. Block Dating?
According to our records, Stephanie J. Block is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of January 13, 2024, Stephanie J. Block’s is not dating anyone.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for Stephanie J. Block. You may help us to build the dating records for Stephanie J. Block!In 2007 Block was seen in the title role of the new Broadway musical The Pirate Queen. The music was written by Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil. Block was praised by critics, such as Ben Brantley from The New York Times, for giving a “truly felt, realistic, performance”. She also received a nomination for a Drama League Award for her performance. Plagued by insufficient ticket sales and harsh reviews, the show opened in April and barely played for two months at the Hilton Theatre, closing in June. Later that year Block reprised the role of Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway beginning October 9, 2007, where she replaced Julia Murney. She left the production after eight months on June 15, 2008, and was succeeded by Kerry Ellis.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Stephanie J. Block height 5 feet 9 inches Stephanie weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Height | 5 feet 9 inches |
Weight | Not Known |
Body Measurements | Under Review |
Eye Color | Not Available |
Hair Color | Not Available |
Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
In early 2000 Block read the part of Elphaba in the first reading of the new musical Wicked. After a few months of reading, she was replaced by Idina Menzel, a decision that left Block devastated, but accepting of the decision that had been made to cast a more experienced performer in the role. She was Menzel’s understudy in the San Francisco world premiere in 2003 but left the show prior to opening on Broadway when she was offered a lead role in a new Broadway musical based on the life of Peter Allen, The Boy from Oz. Block debuted on Broadway in 2003, playing the role of Liza Minnelli opposite Hugh Jackman’s Peter Allen in the show. The show received mixed reviews but proved to be a hit with audiences playing on Broadway for close to a year. The musical received several Tony Award nominations, including a nomination for Best Musical.
In 2009, Block released her debut album through PS Classics entitled This Place I Know. Although the album failed to chart, it was a hit with critics with some hailing it as the best album that has come out of the Broadway community in some time. More recently she has done concert work in London’s West End. In February 2010 she performed live at the New Players Theatre, London.
Facts & Trivia
Stephanie Ranked on the list of most popular Stage Actress. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Stephanie J. Block celebrates birthday on September 19 of every year.
Additionally, Block has appeared on numerous cast recordings and released a solo album, This Place I Know, in 2009. Her television credits include recurring roles on Madam Secretary (2017) and Rise (2018).
Why did Idina Menzel replace Stephanie J Block?
Block was the first Elphaba on Broadway. The producers replaced her after a few months because Idina Menzel already had a following from Rent.
Why did Stephanie J Block leave Wicked?
Unfortunately, she injured herself during rehearsals, so original Broadway Understudy Kristy Cates, had to fly over and cover for her.
Who is Stephanie J Block husband?
Sebastian Arcelus
How old is Stephanie Block?
49 years (September 19, 1972)
Was Stephanie J Block in Orange is the new black?
Francine Dennis is a Corrections Officer working in Maximum Security, as seen in Season Four. She is portrayed by Stephanie J. Block.
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