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Ana Villafane is thrilled and humbled to be originating the role of a lifetime. Film credits include: Magic City Memoirs (executive produced by Andy Garcia), Hiding (Anchor Bay) and the highly anticipated Max Steel franchise (Mattel). Select TV: Los Americans, Rizzoli and Isles and Hulu original series South Beach. Select theatre: Mimi in Rent (Hollywood Hudson Theatre). Ana has a degree in Music from Loyola Marymount University. I’d be lost without my family, Jeanette, and Dolphin. Endless gratitude to Gloria, Emilio, Jerry and this incredible team for trusting in me. To my brilliant cast––Nos fuimos!

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Ana Villafane STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
All-Female Staged Reading, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
New-York Premiere, 2018
Betty 3

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Concert Production, 2018
Nina

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Gloria Estefan

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Roxie Hart [Replacement]


Ana Villafane Movies

Friendship
[ 2008 ] Runway Model
Magic City Memoirs
[ 2011 ] Catalina
Max Steel
[ 2016 ] Sofia Martinez

Ana Villafane TV Shows

New Amsterdam
Dr. Valentina Castro

Ana Villafane Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Ana Villafane, Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Ana Villafane, On Your Feet

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Ana Villafane, On Your Feet

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Video: Broadway Stars Support Miami Children's Theater For GoFundMe Launch


Miami Childrens Theater has announced that after 20 years at its resident theater in Kendall, the company is seeking funds to facilitate a move to a new performance space. Watch the video.

Album Review: MAURICIO MARTINEZ LIVE IN NYC Loaded With Lush Vocals


Doesn't everyone love a live recording? You'll love this one.

Photos: Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Ana Villafañe Visit BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB


Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Ana Villafañe recently saw Atlantic Theater Company’s production of Buena Vista Social Club. Following the performances, the two stars met the cast and crew backstage. Check out photos here!

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Second Stage's Sapphire Anniversary Gala Honoring Sarah Paulson


Second Stage Theater celebrated its Sapphire Anniversary Gala, honoring Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG Award winner Sarah Paulson, who will be appearing in Second Stage Theater’s upcoming Broadway production of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ APPROPRIATE. Check out photos from inside the big night!

Photos: Go Inside The Exclusive Tonys After Party at The Carlyle Hotel


BroadwayWorld takes you inside the annual Tony Awards afterparty at The Carlyle Hotel with all-new photos from inside the exclusive event!

Photos: Party With The Stars Inside The Tonys Afterparty At The Carlyle Hotel


Last night, the legendary Tony Awards afterparty hosted by Rick Miramontez and John Gore at The Carlyle Hotel returned, following the 76th Annual Tony Awards ceremony. See photos from inside the event.

Photos: PRONOUN SHOWDOWN Celebrates 5th Anniversary at 54 Below


One of the most endearing and enduring 54 Below series has lasted five years and the lustre is as bright as ever.

Photos: Stars Arrive on the BAD CINDERELLA Opening Night Red Carpet


See photos of stars as they arrive on the Bad Cinderella opening night red carpet!

Photos: On the Red Carpet of ALMOST FAMOUS Opening Night


Almost Famous, the new musical with book and lyrics by Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Cameron Crowe, based on his iconic film, is now open on Broadway! Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!

Ana Villafañe to Play Daughter of Fidel Castro, Alina Fernandez, in Upcoming Biopic


Ana Villafaña will play Alina Fernandez in Alina of Cuba: La Hija Rebelde. The film follows the Cuban American immigrant and human rights advocate who was born to Fidel Castro and Natalia “Naty” Revuelta as the result of an affair. Fernandez eventually became one of Castro's most outspoken critics and was arrested on multiple occasions.

Ana Villafañe Joins New Apple TV+ Series BAD MONKEY


Fresh off her run as Roxie Hart in Chicago, Anna Villafañe has joined the cast of Bill Lawrence's Apple TV+'s new series, Bad Monkey, based on the novel by Carl Hiaasen. Villafaña joins Rob Delaney, Ahmed Elhaj, Arturo Luiss Soria, and the previously announced Vince Vaughn in the upcoming series.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at CHICAGO's 25th Anniversary Performance


Last night, Chicago on Broadway celebrated 25 years of Razzle Dazzle on Broadway with a special celebration.

Photos: New York Governor Kathy Hochul Visits CHICAGO on Broadway


Broadway audience are back at the Ambassador Theatre, where Chicago has officially resumed performances last month. Just last week, the show welcomed a very special guest, the 57th Governor of New York, Kathy Hochul.

Photos: First Look Ana Villafañe, Bianca Marroquín & More in CHICAGO on Broadway


Chicago resumed performances on Broadway on September 14 with a new cast and we have your first look at the company in action, including Ana Villafañe as Roxie Hart, Bianca Marroquín as Velma Kelly, Tony Award-winner Paulo Szot as Billy Flynn, and Tony Award-winner Lillias White as Matron “Mama” Morton.

Photos: Broadway in Bryant Park Returns with the Casts of DEAR EVAN HANSEN, SIX, DIANA and More


Just yesterday, 106.7 LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park returned this for a one-day-only event! Hosted by 106.7 LITE FM's Cubby & Christine, from the Cubby & Christine Morning Show, this year's annual presentation of open-air lunch hour performances was presented by Mercedes-Benz and Orgain.

Photos: Ari'el Stachel, Reeve Carney, Eva Noblezada and More Attend the Public Theater 2021 Gala


The Public Theater hosted its 2021 gala, with the final performance of Merry Wives, last night, September 20.

Photos: CHICAGO Stars Bianca Marroquín & Ana Villafañe Light Up the Empire State Building


Earlier today, stars of Broadway's Chicago, Bianca Marroquin & Ana Villafañe, joined Broadway League President Charlotte St. Martin in a ceremonial lighting of the iconic Empire State Building in celebration of Broadway’s reopening.

Wake Up With BWW 7/12: Nick Jonas Begins JERSEY BOYS Tech, Meet the Jimmy Award Nominees, and More!


Today's top stories: watch Nick Jonas' video from the first Jersey Boys tech rehearsal, meet the Jimmy Award nominees and more!

VIDEO: The Theatre World Awards: Special Event Celebrating 75 Years- Watch Now!


Tonight's the night! Each year The Theatre World Awards presents 12 awards to outstanding debut performances on and off-Broadway. After a year of no debuts, The Theatre World Awards, the oldest American award for debuts in theatre in New York, will return for a one-night virtual benefit gala honoring Broadway legends André De Shields and Patti LuPone with the 8th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in The Theatre as well as presenting Audra McDonald with the Dorothy Loudon Special Award for Excellence in Theatre.

Christy Altomare, Ana Villafañe, Ethan Slater & More Will Perform at 2021 Theatre World Awards


Each year The Theatre World Awards presents 12 awards to outstanding debut performances on and off-Broadway. After a year of no debuts, The Theatre World Awards, the oldest American award for debuts in theatre in New York, will return for a one-night virtual benefit gala honoring Broadway legends André De Shields and Patti LuPone with the 8th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in The Theatre as well as presenting Audra McDonald with the Dorothy Loudon Special Award for Excellence in Theatre.

Ana Villafane FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ana Villafane been in?

Ana Villafane has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Ana Villafane been in?

Ana Villafane has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ana Villafane been nominated for?

Ana Villafane has been nominated for several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for her roles in "Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties" and "On Your Feet." She was also nominated for Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her performance in "On Your Feet."

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