Tony Winner Joshua Henry Performs in Hillside on Sept. 13

Tony Award-winning performer Joshua Henry brings his show "Get Up, Stand Up" to Enlow Recital Hall in Hillside on Friday, September 13, 2026. The performance runs from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., offering an evening of music drawing from Broadway, soul, and original selections.

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About Joshua Henry

Joshua Henry is one of Broadway's most celebrated performers, arriving at this Hillside performance on the strength of a landmark 2026 theater season. He won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his portrayal of Coalhouse Walker Jr. in Lincoln Center Theater's Broadway revival of "Ragtime."

The same role earned him multiple prestigious recognitions: the Drama League Distinguished Performance Award, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Lead Performance in a Musical, the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical, and the Broadway.com Audience Choice Award for Favorite Leading Actor in a Musical.

His stage career stretches across more than a decade of Broadway performances, including Tony-nominated roles as Billy Bigelow in "Carousel," Flick opposite Sutton Foster in "Violet," and Haywood Patterson in Susan Stroman's "The Scottsboro Boys."

Broadway Career Highlights

Henry's extensive Broadway credits include starring as Noble Sissle opposite Audra McDonald in George C. Wolfe's Tony-nominated "Shuffle Along." He appeared in the Grammy-winning revival of "Into the Woods" alongside Phillipa Soo, played Dr. Pomatter in "Waitress," and took on roles in "In the Heights," "American Idiot," "Porgy and Bess," and "Bring It On: The Musical."

He also portrayed Aaron Burr in "Hamilton" in Chicago and on the first U.S. tour, bringing his character expertise to the role that made the musical a cultural phenomenon.

"Get Up, Stand Up" Program

The Hillside performance draws from a wide range of musical material. The setlist combines songs associated with soul legends Nina Simone, Marvin Gaye, and Sam Cooke with Broadway repertoire by Stephen Sondheim and Rodgers & Hammerstein. Original selections from Henry's solo album round out the program.

This mix reflects Henry's versatility as a performer, moving fluidly between Broadway sophistication and soul authenticity.

Recorded Work

Henry's 2026 live acoustic album, "Joshua Henry: Live at Lincoln Center," features mostly Broadway covers and was released this year. The album captures his performance at Lincoln Center and showcases his interpretive gifts with familiar theater material.

Film and Television Work

Beyond theater, Henry has established a presence on screen. He starred as Roger Bart opposite Andrew Garfield in Lin-Manuel Miranda's Academy Award-nominated film "tick, tick... BOOM," appeared as Gaston in ABC's "Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration," and worked in Steven Knight's Apple TV+ drama "See" and the action film "American Renegades" opposite J.K. Simmons and Sullivan Stapleton.

Concert and Performance Background

As a recording artist, Henry has opened for Diana Ross at the Hollywood Bowl and performed alongside Common at The Kennedy Center, demonstrating his appeal beyond Broadway audiences.

Event Details

Date: Friday, September 13, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Duration: 90 minutes
Venue: Enlow Recital Hall
Address: 215 North Avenue, Hillside, NJ

About Enlow Recital Hall

Enlow Recital Hall serves the Hillside community as a performance venue for professional artists, local performers, and cultural programming. The hall hosts a variety of music, theater, and spoken word events throughout the year.

Getting Tickets

Interested arts audiences should contact Enlow Recital Hall directly for ticket information, pricing, and advance purchasing options. Tickets may be available for purchase in advance or at the door, depending on capacity and event demand.

An evening with Joshua Henry offers Hillside and area audiences the opportunity to experience one of Broadway's finest performers in an intimate, acoustic setting.

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FAQ

Q: Who is Joshua Henry?
A: A Tony Award-winning Broadway performer with more than a decade of theater credits. He won the 2026 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for "Ragtime" and has appeared in major Broadway productions including "Hamilton," "Carousel," "Violet," "Into the Woods," and many others.

Q: What will Joshua Henry perform in Hillside?
A: His show "Get Up, Stand Up" features a mix of soul standards by Nina Simone, Marvin Gaye, and Sam Cooke, Broadway repertoire by Sondheim and Rodgers & Hammerstein, and original selections from his solo album.

Q: When is the performance?
A: Friday, September 13, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Q: Where is Enlow Recital Hall?
A: 215 North Avenue, Hillside, NJ.

Q: How long is the performance?
A: 90 minutes.

Q: Has Joshua Henry released an album?
A: Yes. His 2026 live acoustic album, "Joshua Henry: Live at Lincoln Center," features mostly Broadway covers and was released this year.

Q: What are Joshua Henry's most famous Broadway roles?
A: He portrayed Aaron Burr in "Hamilton," won a Tony for Coalhouse Walker Jr. in "Ragtime," and received Tony nominations for roles in "Carousel," "Violet," and "The Scottsboro Boys." He also appeared in "Into the Woods," "Waitress," and "In the Heights."

Q: Does Joshua Henry do other performances besides Broadway?
A: Yes. He has appeared in the film "tick, tick... BOOM" opposite Andrew Garfield, ABC's "Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration," Apple TV+ drama "See," and the film "American Renegades." He has also opened for Diana Ross and performed at The Kennedy Center.