Get to Know the Robe Recipients

"To me the robe symbolizes Excellence and Persistence. It’s a great way to recognize something that is often overlooked – the ensemble of show. A group of people who nowadays often have to step out of their own track and into a main role at the drop of a hat. I felt a sense of joy and of shared history. And of course gratitude to be surround by our cast, staff and crew, feeling their love and support."

"To receive the robe is an incredible honor and truly means the world to me. My whole life I felt like a misfit and to feel such a sense of community and belonging is something I don't take lightly. It reminds me of how we are connected and there is room for everyone. Our culture and mere existence can feel lonely, but we are in this together!"

“Receiving the Legacy Robe is such an honor! I remember hearing about the robe ceremony when I was a little girl and I thought it sounded so magical. And now, getting to be a small slice of the legacy feels incredibly surreal and special. ”

“The Legacy Robe symbolizes persistence as a performer and it reminds me just how fortunate I am to be in this often fickle business.”

“The robe symbolizes a connection to people who have made theatre their life. People from the past, the future, in theatres down the street, actors waiting for their next job or just thinking about moving to NY. I’m so honored.”

"The Legacy Robe is simply my favorite of Broadway traditions. I love the idea that this special tradition has been celebrated and honored for so many decades from Broadway show to Broadway show from Broadway season to Broadway season. I will forever be in awe of this business and know how lucky I am to be a part of it."

"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."