A popular Broadway and film actress, singer and songwriter.
Idina is best known for originating the roles of Maureen in Rent and Elphaba in Wicked. She has also appeared in Aida and Amneris and in 'The Wild Party' as Kate. Most recently, she can be found in the Public Theater's production of 'See What I Wanna See'.
Idina has released two CDs, 'Still I Can't Be Still' (1998) and 'Here' (2004). She has a song on the soundtrack for the popular television show 'Desperate Housewives' and also sings on the Ray Charles album 'Genius and Friends'. Recently, she signed a record deal with Warner Bros., and will begin recording after her run in 'See What I Wanna See'.
Idina has also appeared in various movies, including 'Summer of Sam' and 'Kissing Jessica Stein', and had a cameo in the film 'Camp'. She reprised her role of Maureen in the movie version of Rent and will also have a role in the film 'Ask the Dust', which is due to be released late 2005.
Idina is married to actor Taye Diggs.
Idina is best known for originating the roles of Maureen in Rent and Elphaba in Wicked. She has also appeared in Aida and Amneris and in 'The Wild Party' as Kate. Most recently, she can be found in the Public Theater's production of 'See What I Wanna See'.
Idina has released two CDs, 'Still I Can't Be Still' (1998) and 'Here' (2004). She has a song on the soundtrack for the popular television show 'Desperate Housewives' and also sings on the Ray Charles album 'Genius and Friends'. Recently, she signed a record deal with Warner Bros., and will begin recording after her run in 'See What I Wanna See'.
Idina has also appeared in various movies, including 'Summer of Sam' and 'Kissing Jessica Stein', and had a cameo in the film 'Camp'. She reprised her role of Maureen in the movie version of Rent and will also have a role in the film 'Ask the Dust', which is due to be released late 2005.
Idina is married to actor Taye Diggs.
by burning.beat October 14, 2005
Actor. Most famous for originating the role of elphaba in the broadway musical "wicked", for which she won a tony. also known for her role as maureen in the original cast of "rent"
by wicked fanatic February 9, 2005
Broadway star. Occasionally green, always awesome. Has an EXTREMELY devoted/insane/obsessed fan base. Sings better than you. Or you. Yeah, or you.
Oh my frickin' GOD, Idina Menzel just posted on her blog! I have to go comment in hopes that she might possibly read it and email me back and then my life would be complete! OH MY GOD OH MY GOD OH MY GOD! *breaks out into a terrible rendition of "Defying Gravity" and faints*
by Meredita June 1, 2005
A very well known, and loved, broadway, film, and music superstar.
Originated the roles of Elphaba in Wicked, and Maureen in Rent. Featured roles in Aida, Lippa's The Wild Party, and See What I Wanna See. Most recently reprised her role as Elphaba in London as an original cast member once again.
Won the 2004 Best Actress Tony Award for her portrayal as Elphaba in Wicked, succeeding her co-star Kristin Chenoweth, and others including Donna Murphy and Tonya Pinkins.
Has a new album expected in early 2008, still untitled, through Warner Brother's Records, including the songs, "Brave", "Gorgeous", and "I Stand".
Has starred in movies such as Rent (2005), Ask The Dust (2006), and the upcoming Enchanted (2007), along with others including two independent films (The Tollbooth, Water).
Has managed to acquire a very large fanbase that ranges from Rent fans known commonly as "RentHeads", to fans of her music and the films she's starred in, and to the many fans of Broadway's biggest hit musical, Wicked.
Lives in New York City/LA with her husband Taye Diggs (Day Break, Private Practice), and her pets.
Originated the roles of Elphaba in Wicked, and Maureen in Rent. Featured roles in Aida, Lippa's The Wild Party, and See What I Wanna See. Most recently reprised her role as Elphaba in London as an original cast member once again.
Won the 2004 Best Actress Tony Award for her portrayal as Elphaba in Wicked, succeeding her co-star Kristin Chenoweth, and others including Donna Murphy and Tonya Pinkins.
Has a new album expected in early 2008, still untitled, through Warner Brother's Records, including the songs, "Brave", "Gorgeous", and "I Stand".
Has starred in movies such as Rent (2005), Ask The Dust (2006), and the upcoming Enchanted (2007), along with others including two independent films (The Tollbooth, Water).
Has managed to acquire a very large fanbase that ranges from Rent fans known commonly as "RentHeads", to fans of her music and the films she's starred in, and to the many fans of Broadway's biggest hit musical, Wicked.
Lives in New York City/LA with her husband Taye Diggs (Day Break, Private Practice), and her pets.
1. Idina Menzel is the most amazing singer and actress ever!
2. Oh my god I can't wait to go see Idina Menzel defy gravity in WICKED!
3. Let's go see Enchanted; 'Dr. Mcdreamy' Patrick Dempsy and Idina Menzel star in it!
2. Oh my god I can't wait to go see Idina Menzel defy gravity in WICKED!
3. Let's go see Enchanted; 'Dr. Mcdreamy' Patrick Dempsy and Idina Menzel star in it!
by Idina's Number 1 Fan October 10, 2007
Idina Menzel. Broadway Power-House who originated the role of Maureen in the hit Broadway musical RENT and Most recently left the cast of Wicked after 3 years of playing Elphaba (also known as the wicked witch).Married to Taye Diggs.
Idina Menzel Is The Broadways Princess!
by Ryan April 9, 2005
by Lil Idina March 15, 2005
An awesome broadway actress. Originated Elphaba in Wicked and Maureen in Rent. Has an amazing singing voice.
by J M April 21, 2005