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Presley recently starred as Lydia Deetz in the Broadway company of BEETLEJUICE the musical based on the 1988 Academy Award-winning film at the Winter Garden Theatre. As an original cast member, she was also seen in the ensemble in the show’s pre-Broadway run at the National Theatre in Washington D.C.
BEETLEJUICE was directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Alex Timbers, with an original score by Eddie Perfect, a book by Scott Brown & Emmy Award nominee Anthony King.
PRESS:
From Understudy to Leading Lady to Quarantine: A Teen Broadway Star's Journey As Coronavirus Shutters Show—Inside Edition
Beetlejuice's Presley Ryan to Play Lydia Deetz on Broadway Through March—Playbill
'Beetlejuice' on Broadway Is Breaking TikTok—Paper Magazine
Breaking: Full Cast Revealed for BEETLEJUICE on Broadway—Broadway World
In 2017 Presley played the title role in ANNIE, directed and choreographed by Antoinette DiPietropolo at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport, NY.
REVIEWS:
"Presley Ryan, 13, of New York City, performs an Annie worthy of the grand stage, where she has been before, on Broadway in Fun Home and at Madison Square Garden as Cindy Lou Who in How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Ms. Ryan’s voice is strong, crisp and clear, and her evolving relationship with Mr. Warbucks, played just right by George Dvorsky, is at first engaging and then heartwarming."—The Observer
"This cast is spectacular, pure and simple. Presley Ryan gives an impressive performance as Annie. Her beautiful voice, and spot-on comedic timing are well beyond her years. She is simply a pleasure to watch, directly from her opening number of “Maybe”."—The Theatre Guide
"Broadway's Presley Ryan is terrific as our red headed heroine. Annie's hopeful attitude and positivity are well executed by Ms. Ryan and receives roaring applause for her performances of the iconic "Tomorrow" and "Maybe". Additionally, Ms. Ryan makes a great team with George Dvorsky, another Broadway vet, in the role of Mr. Warbucks. Their rendition of "I Don't Need Anything But You" is charming and charismatic and you can sense their connection."—Broadway World
"Presley Ryan shines as the redheaded orphan "Annie" at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport." "Annie is played by Broadway vet Presley Ryan (“Fun Home”), who wisely gives the famed cartoon character a bit of street smarts to go with her wistful yearning for a family."—Newsday
"[Presley Ryan].. fills the bill of the perky little redhead convincingly and then some"—Smithtown Matters
"Young Broadway veteran Presley Ryan embodies Annie’s charisma and unbreakable spirit effortlessly. Ryan’s Annie is appropriately youthful, and her voice is pleasant to listen to — sweet and strong, never shrill. You’ll fall in love with her during the first song, “Maybe,” and it’s hard to resist singing along with her on “Tomorrow"."—Times of Huntington-Northport
PRESS:
Engeman's 'Annie' Entertains, Melts Hearts—Huntington Weekly
Photo Flash: It's a Hard Knock Life! First Look at Presley Ryan and More in ANNIE at the Engeman—Broadway World
Photo Coverage: The Cast of ANNIE at The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport Celebrates Opening Night—Broadway World
Photo Coverage: Opening Night Curtain Call of ANNIE at The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport—Broadway World
Presley Ryan, Lynn Andrews and George Dvorsky to Lead ANNIE at the Engeman Theater—Broadway World
Presley was thrilled to reprise her role as Little Cee Cee in BEACHES the musical, based on the beloved book by Iris Rainer Dart at Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, a role she originated in the world premiere production at the Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia. Beaches was directed by Eric Schaeffer and features music by David Austin and a book co-written by Iris Rainer Dart and Thom Thomas.
REVIEWS:
“Cee Cee (played as a child by megawatt charmer Presley Ryan)”
—Chicago Tribune
“Little Cee Cee Bloom (Presley Ryan, a comic knockout in a bravura opening number that sets a very high bar for all that is to follow)” —Chicago Sun Times
“Cee-Cee (played to perfection by the adorable Presley Ryan, who will knock your sox off)” —Around the Town Chicago
“Cee Cee Bloom (as a combination of Baby June, Tina Denmark and Annie, Presley Ryan is simply sensational)”—Chicago Theatre Review
“Presley Ryan shines as Little Cee Cee” —Chicagoland Musical Theatre
“The talent of Presley Ryan as the young little Cee Cee is remarkable and her dancing and singing are show stoppers, she might even own Broadway someday.”—Oak Park Journal
“Cee Cee…as a child performer (played with precocious professional polish by Presley Ryan)”—Chicago Tribune (Western Springs Edition)
“Little Cee Cee (crowd-pleaser Presley Ryan)”—Daily Herald
“The little girls, played by Presley Ryan (Cee Cee) and Brooklyn Shuck (Bertie) are endearing and amazingly talented. Presley Ryan perfectly captures Cee Cee’s mixture of bravado and vulnerability, while Brooklyn Shuck sets the tone for Bertie’s sweetness and strength. The girls’ duets were a delight and their voices blended in sweet harmony.”—Splash Magazine LA
PRESS:
New wind beneath 'Beaches' wings at Drury Lane—Chicago Tribune
Photo Flash: First Look at Shoshana Bean and Whitney Bashor in Broadway-Bound BEACHES—Broadway World
Broadway-Bound BEACHES, Starring Shoshana Bean & Whitney Bashor, Opens Tonight in Chicago—Broadway World
Presley portrayed CINDY LOU WHO in the National Tour of DR. SUESS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL. This limited holiday engagement was directed by Matt August and choreographed by Bob Richard and toured Birmingham, The Chicago Theatre and Madison Square Garden during the 2014 holiday season.
REVIEWS:
"The Whos, and especially little Cindy-Lou Who (Presley Ryan), are particularly endearing....Ryan sounds like she could be standing in for the Annie production down the street, with a clear, sweet tone that makes you want to pick her up and hug her." —The Local Tourist-Chicago
"Young actress Presley Ryan is picture perfect (and vocally pitch perfect) as the wide-eyed Cindy-Lou Who"—NWI Times
"Cindy-Lou Who (the very appealing, clarion-voiced Presley Ryan)"—Chicago Sun-Times
"Cindy-Lou Who (well-portrayed by the young Presley Ryan)"—Chicago Critic
"pitch-perfect Cindy Lou Who (Presley Ryan)"—Chicago Parent
PRESS:
'Grinch' star Presley Ryan, 9, trades Short Hills for Whoville—The Star Ledger
Presley was honored to make her Broadway debut as the understudy for Small Alison, Christian and John in the Tony award winning musical FUN HOME. Based on Alison Bechdel's best selling graphic memoir, FUN HOME features music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by Lisa Kron and direction by Sam Gold, whose work on this production earned them the Tony Awards for Best Score, Best Book, Best Direction and Best Musical.
Presley originated the role of Young Cee Cee in the world premiere musical BEACHES based on the beloved book by Iris Rainer Dart. Beaches features music by David Austin and a book co-written by Iris Rainer Dart and Thom Thomas. Beaches was directed by Eric Schaeffer at the Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia.
REVIEWS:
“The initial Cee Cee is played by the precocious Presley Ryan who opens the show with her incredible talent and personality. You can only imagine her in GYPSY singing "Let Me Entertain You".” — Broadway World
“Presley Ryan as Little Cee Cee, who can play big without playing hammy. Lord knows the show tempts her with a big Star Search-ready opening number, but she stays disciplined and economical with it, which only makes her shine the brighter.” — DC Theatre Scene
“Presley Ryan is adorable as the fiery Little Cee Cee, bravely opening the show with the song “What a Star” where she shows Bertie her act, complete with cute choreography by Dan Knechtges.” — MD Theatre Guide
“Presley Ryan, fresh off her appearance on NBC’s The Sound of Music with Carrie Underwood plays Little Cee Cee, the precocious child who would become a big star. Ryan gets the show off to a rollicking start with “What A Star” performing an electrifying song-and-dance routine worthy of Shirley Temple in her heyday. Ryan’s got mega-watt energy and sass galore and the show hits the heights whenever she’s on stage.” — Alexandria Times
“As the littlest embodiments of the main characters, Brooklyn Shuck and Presley Ryan are delightful.” — Washington Post
“Brooklyn Shuck as little Bertie and Presley Ryan as little Cee Cee are also excellent” — DC Metro Arts
“Even the young Cee Cee and Bertie, played by the fantastic Brooklyn Shuck and Presley Ryan, seemed genuinely connected to one another, making the simple origins of the friendship seem real and binding.” — We Love DC
PRESS:
‘Beaches’ Young and Teen Cee Cees and Berties on Their Signature Experience—DC Metro Theater Arts
10 Photos That Prove Beaches: The Musical is Delivering All the Sass and Schmaltz We Love —Broadway.com
10 Reasons for Theater Lovers to Leave New York in 2014—TIME.com
Presley made her professional debut understudying the roles of Brigitta and Marta in NBC's live three-hour telecast of The Sound of Music based on the original Broadway musical, starring Carrie Underwood, Stephen Moyer, Laura Benanti, Audra McDonald and Christian Borle. The production was executive produced by Neil Meron and Craig Zadan and aired live on NBC on December 5, 2013.
Presley can be heard as the voice of Mary in the new CGI-animated kids series Mother Goose Club, including these examples.
Mother Goose Club is available on YouTube, Netflix and PBS.
Presley enjoyed performing and recording as part of tween pop group, The Hype Girlz, known for their anti-bullying anthem “Stand Up.” The Hype Girlz were a diverse singing group formed to promote courage and self-confidence and empower girls to strive to make a difference in the world by taking a stance against bullying.
PRESS:
Pint-sized singers, The Hype Girlz 'Stand Up' to bullies on new single--The Slice
Local Gal Is All About Standing Up And Positive Hype-Canarsie Courier
