Photo Flash: Five Women Of Distinction Receive Awards From Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival
By: Stephi Wild Apr. 07, 2019
The 26th Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival, held at Theatre 68 in North Hollywood, conferred awards on five women of distinction from the world of theatre. The event was hosted by Starletta DuPois and Kym Whitley.
Honorees included Jenifer Lewis, Sandra Tsing Loh, Whitney Weston, Leslie Ishii and, posthumously, Carol Channing. Kate Linder accepted for Ms. Channing, the iconic performer being recognized for remarkable career achievements.
Leslie Ishii (center) receives Integrity Award from Starletta DuPois (l.) and Kym Whitley at 26th Annual Los Angeles Women''s Theatre Awards. Photo credit: Martha Benedict.
Kate Linder (center) accepts posthumous Infinity Award for Carol Channing from Starletta DuPois and Kym Whitley at 26th Annual Los Angeles Women''s Theatre Festival. Photo credit: Martha Benedict.
Jenifer Lewis (center) receives Eternity Award from Starletta DuPois (l.) and Kym Whitley at 26th Annual Los Angeles Women''s Theatre Festival.Photo credit: Martha Benedict.
Sandra Tsing Loh (center) receives Maverick Award from Starletta DuPois (l.) and Kym Whitley at 26th Annual Los Angeles Women''s Theatre Festival. Photo credit: Martha Benedict.
Whitney Weston (center) receives Rainbow Award from Starletta DuPois (l.) and Kym Whitley at 26th Annual Los Angeles Women''s Theatre Festival. Photo credit: Martha Benedict.
Los Angeles Awards - Live Stats
Best Musical - Top 3
1.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Hollywood Bowl)
9.2% of votes
2.
HAIR (Conundrum Theatre)
5% of votes
3.
HEATHERS (Backyard Playhouse: Treetop Production)
4.9% of votes
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