Get to Know the Robe Recipients

"It has always been on my bucket list to win this honor of The Legacy Robe. I have been a Broadway actor in New York City for 20 years and I’m so excited that it finally happened with Ain’t Too Proud."

"The Legacy Robe to me represents our beautiful community and the hard work and perseverance of ensemble members. I love being a part of this community. It has become part of the fabric of my existence. After nine Broadway shows, I’m honored to put on the famous Legacy Robe that represents my people and all of the those before me who stuck to their dream. I was truly overwhelmed while being presented the robe by my dear friend Ryan Worsing, who I did Finding Neverland with, in front of this amazing company of Kiss Me, Kate."

“Receiving the Legacy Robe is one of the most humbling honors of my career. All I’ve ever wanted is to be a part of the Broadway community, its fabric and its history. The Legacy Robe represents all of that. I’ve always looked up to the legends and heroes who have worn this robe before me, and to be connected in even a tiny way to that story is overwhelming. It takes a lot of tenacity, dedication and commitment to land on Broadway in the first place, let alone trying to sustain a life and career here. The Legacy Robe and the ceremony are a celebration and recognition of the blood, sweat and tears that goes into being in a Broadway chorus. I could not be more proud.”

"The Robe ceremony always reminds me that I am not just a part of the show I am currently in, but a part of the Broadway community. I love to think about how many people came before me and opened doors, and how many people will come after me. I am a first generation dark-skinned black woman, and I'm on Broadway. I am indeed my ancestors’ wildest dream."

"It was such an honor to put on that robe. I’ve seen so many castmates in past shows past receive it and to now share the same rite of passage feels incredible. As I was walking to put on the robe my brain filled with countless hours in rehearsal studios and time spent warming up onstage or throughout the theater. Every opening night I’ve ever experienced came rushing back to me. And I was filled with so much gratitude for all the people and events in my life that have created such amazing memories."

“This was truly a high point in my incredibly fortunate and humbling career. I never dreamed about being a ‘star’ on Broadway, but I was determined to be a part of the community, just to make a living as a Broadway performer. This honor is, for me, the symbolic culmination of having done just that, creating and sustaining a career at this level.

“Getting the robe symbolizes to me passion, professionalism, persistence, patience and plenty of physical therapy. Since our body is our ‘instrument’ on stage, it’s not surprising that once I put on that Robe I cried, because it felt like a coat of armor or a protective shield made up of passionate performers before me who have paved the way and who love what they do."

"This tradition is one of the most exciting parts of an opening night. To me, it's a moment for the ensemble to get recognition for the hard work we put into a show. All too often we are overlooked and the tradition of this Robe is a moment that says 'We see you and thank you!'"

“I've had the pleasure of working with a handful of past Robe recipients, and they are all shining examples of the generosity and community that is so present among Broadway chorus members. I'm so proud to join this list of performers. It means that all the hard work I've put into my career is being recognized and celebrated by my community – my theatre family.”

“I’m honored to receive the robe once again. I love the history and tradition of the robe and the ceremony. The ceremony is my favorite way to kick off opening night. You feel the excitement and energy from everyone associated with the show. We’ve worked tirelessly to make the show the best it can be and opening night is the reward.”