Songs You Know with Toby Gad

Marisha Wallace EXPOSES the Truth About Celebrity Big Brother & Broadway | #015

Songs You Know with Toby Gad

Show Notes

An acclaimed Broadway and West End performer, singer, songwriter and two-time Olivier Award nominee, Marisha Wallace has starred in major productions like Dreamgirls, Aladdin, Hairspray, Oklahoma!, Guys and Dolls, and The Book of Mormon.

Originally from a small town in North Carolina, Marisha’s powerhouse vocals and undeniable stage presence have made her a force in musical theater, touring with Simply Red and collaborating with musical legends alike. Marisha also delves deep into what it's like competing in Celebrity Big Brother and how Simon Cowell rejected her. Now, using her passion for storytelling and songwriting, Marisha is forging her own path as a recording artist and creative visionary.

Marisha headlines the Adelphi Theatre in London on the 11th March, alongside Lucie Jones and Laura Baldwin. Tickets are available here: https://www.cuffeandtaylor.com/all-events/marisha-wallace-tickets-ae1281933

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