Erika Henningsen

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/erika-henningsen

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1. When was Erika Henningsen born?August 13, 1992
2. Where was Erika Henningsen born?United States
3. What is Erika Henningsen known for?Originating the role of Cady Heron in the Tony-nominated musical Mean Girls
4. What is the voice acting role?Voices Charlie Morningstar in the animated series Hazbin Hotel (since 2024)
5. What is the award nomination?Outer Critics Circle Award nomination for her performance in Mean Girls
6. Who is Erika Henningsen?Erika Henningsen is a talented actress and singer born on August 13, 1992. She performs on stage and in movies, bringing characters to life with her voice and acting.

Broadway: The principal theatrical district in New York City, known for its professional stage productions and significant cultural impact.
Originate a Role: To be the first actor to perform a specific character in a new theatrical production, shaping its initial interpretation.
Musical Theatre: A genre of theatre that combines songs, spoken dialogue, acting, and dance to tell a story.
Voice Acting: The performance art of providing voices for animated characters, off-screen narrators, or other media, relying solely on vocalization.