Broadway Star Gina Ferrall Dies at 67 After Battle With Cancer

Broadway is mourning the loss of Gina Ferrall, a talented actress whose career spanned more than three decades. She appeared in several well-known stage productions, including Mamma Mia!, Les Misérables, Wicked, and Leopoldstadt. Ferrall died at the age of 67 after a brief battle with uterine sarcoma.

Her death was announced on June 9, 2026, by her husband, Broadway musician Kory Grossman. The news brought sadness to the theater community, where Ferrall had built a respected career through years of work on stage and on tour.

For many theater fans, her name will always be linked to some of Broadway’s most loved shows. However, her career reached far beyond a few famous titles. She took on many different roles and worked with performers, directors, and musicians across several decades.

Ferrall’s story is also one of dedication to the stage. She spent years bringing characters to life, both in New York and in touring productions across the country. As news of her passing spread, colleagues and fans began remembering the work she left behind.

A Career Built on Broadway

Gina Ferrall became a familiar face on Broadway through her work in major musicals and plays. One of her best-known early roles was Madame Thénardier in Les Misérables. She also appeared in the original Broadway production of Mamma Mia! as Rosie.

Her other Broadway credits included Beauty and the Beast, Jane Eyre, The Sound of Music, and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. She later joined productions of Big River, It Shoulda Been You, and She Loves Me.

Each show brought a different kind of role and a new set of challenges. Musical theater requires strong acting, clear singing, timing, and the ability to work closely with a large cast. Ferrall’s long list of credits showed her ability to move between different styles of performance.

She also worked on major stage productions that reached audiences beyond Broadway. Through these roles, she became part of the wider theater world and built a career that lasted for many years.

Her Work in ‘Mamma Mia!’ and ‘Les Misérables’

Two of Ferrall’s most recognized productions were Mamma Mia! and Les Misérables. Both shows have reached audiences around the world and remain important parts of modern musical theater.

In Mamma Mia!, Ferrall played Rosie in the original Broadway production. The musical, built around songs by ABBA, follows a young woman preparing for her wedding while trying to learn the identity of her father. Rosie is one of her mother’s close friends and brings humor and warmth to the story.

In Les Misérables, Ferrall played Madame Thénardier. The character is part of the musical’s darker and more dramatic side. Her work in the production became one of the important parts of her stage career.

Ferrall also toured extensively with Les Misérables. This meant performing for audiences in different cities and keeping the show strong through repeated performances. Touring can be demanding, but it allows performers to bring major productions to people who may not have the chance to visit Broadway.

Touring With ‘Wicked’

Ferrall’s stage work also included the national tour of Wicked. She played Madame Morrible, a powerful character in the story of the witches of Oz.

The role gave her another chance to show her range as an actress. Unlike the lighter moments in Mamma Mia!, Wicked combines fantasy, drama, and complex relationships. Madame Morrible plays an important part in the events that shape the lives of the main characters.

Ferrall joined the show’s fifth national tour. Her work in Wicked added another major title to a career filled with well-known productions.

Her Final Broadway Role in ‘Leopoldstadt’

One of Ferrall’s final Broadway appearances came in 2022, when she joined Tom Stoppard’s play Leopoldstadt.

She played Poldi and also served as an understudy for Grandma Emilia. The play tells the story of a Jewish family in Vienna across several generations, showing how political events and antisemitism affect their lives.

Unlike a large musical, Leopoldstadt depends heavily on dialogue, emotion, and the connections between its characters. Ferrall’s work in the production showed another side of her experience as a stage performer.

Her final Broadway role became part of a career that included both musicals and serious dramatic plays. It also gave her the chance to work on a major production late in her career.

Her Work Beyond Broadway

Ferrall’s career was not limited to the Broadway stage. She also appeared on television in several well-known shows.

Her screen credits included Law & Order, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Blue Bloods, and FBI. She also appeared in The Good Cop, Lipstick Jungle, and The Sound of Music Live!.

Earlier in her career, she was a company member of the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco from 1986 to 1990. That period formed an important part of her professional development and gave her experience in a respected theater company.

She also took part in other New York performances, including productions connected to Carnegie Hall and the New York City Opera. These projects showed how widely her work reached across the performing arts.

Her Marriage to Kory Grossman

Away from the stage, Ferrall shared her life with Kory Grossman, a Broadway musician and percussionist. Their connection brought together two people who understood the demands of live theater.

Performers and musicians often spend long hours preparing for a show. Rehearsals, travel, and repeated performances can make theater a demanding way of life. Having a partner who understands that world can create a special bond.

Grossman confirmed Ferrall’s death after her battle with uterine sarcoma. He survives her, along with their beloved dog, Sully.

The couple’s life together was closely connected to the theater community. While Ferrall spent her career performing, Grossman built his own professional path through music and live productions.

A Long Career Remembered

A stage career is built through years of work that audiences may only see for a few hours at a time. Behind every performance are rehearsals, preparation, teamwork, and the effort to bring a story to life night after night.

Ferrall’s career included many different productions, roles, and touring experiences. Someone who saw her in Mamma Mia! may remember a different performance from someone who watched Leopoldstadt. Yet both audiences were part of the same long career.

Her work also connected her with generations of theatergoers. The shows she appeared in continue to be performed, remembered, and discussed by people who love live theater.

Although her death is a painful loss, her performances remain part of Broadway’s history. Her contribution can be seen in the productions she joined and in the people who shared the stage with her.

Gina Ferrall died on June 9, 2026, at the age of 67. She will be remembered for her dedication, her wide range of roles, and the years she gave to the theater.

Our deepest condolences go out to her husband, Kory Grossman, her loved ones, and everyone who had the pleasure of working with her. May Gina Ferrall rest in peace.