Natalie Venetia Belcon

Natalie Venetia Belcon is a Tony Award-winning actress, renowned for her diverse roles in theater, television, and musicals. She started her journey on Broadway by originating the role of Gary Coleman in the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical "Avenue Q." Her talent was recognized with a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role as Omara in "Buena Vista Social Club." Beyond her Broadway success, Belcon has been a part of the original cast recordings for "Avenue Q," "The Glorious Ones," and "The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin."

Belcon's work extends beyond the stage to the small screen. She has been a part of numerous television series, including "Johnny and the Sprites" and held recurring roles in "The Education of Max Bickford," "Beverly Hills, 90210," and "Roc." Additionally, she guest-starred in popular television shows such as "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air," "Martin," "Living Single," and "The Cosby Show."

Further bolstering her stage experience, Belcon played the role of Mrs. Phelps in "Matilda the Musical" on Broadway at the Shubert Theatre. She also took part in the world premiere of "The Glorious Ones" at the Pittsburgh Public Theater and its Off-Broadway production. Moreover, she showcased her versatility in the original 4 character musical "The Last Smoker in America," which premiered at CATCO in Columbus, Ohio, before making its way Off-Broadway.