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STAGE CREDITS

Grand Hotel
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1989
Raffaela
Nine
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Luisa Contini

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical

Karen AkersSide by Side by Sondheim


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Theatre World Awards - 1982 - Performance

Karen Akers, Nine

Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

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Nathan Lee Graham, Claybourne Elder and More to Headline 14th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUS Photo
Nathan Lee Graham, Claybourne Elder and More to Headline 14th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026

Nathan Lee Graham, Jay Armstrong Johnson, Claybourne Elder, and more will headline 14th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center at Joe’s Pub.
Karen Akers, Steven Brinberg and More to Join Alan & Marilyn Bergman Tribute at 54 Be Photo
Karen Akers, Steven Brinberg and More to Join Alan & Marilyn Bergman Tribute at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2026

54 Below will present You Must Believe in Spring: The Love Songs of Marilyn & Alan Bergman, a one-night-only gala honoring the legendary husband-and-wife songwriting team whose award-winning work shaped the American songbook for over seven decades.
Review: Karen Akers' COME WITH ME TO PARIS! at Birdland Très Magnifique Photo
Review: Karen Akers' COME WITH ME TO PARIS! at Birdland Très Magnifique
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 9, 2026

The pleasure in being in the room with The Best.
PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI! Cabaret Fundraiser Series Launches at Don't Tell Mama Photo
PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI! Cabaret Fundraiser Series Launches at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Producer Stephen Hanks will present PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI!, a cabaret variety fundraising series for Democratic Congressional candidates, at Don't Tell Mama on May 7, June 13, September 1, and October 20.
14th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS is Coming to Joe's Pub Photo
14th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS is Coming to Joe's Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2026

The 14th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will be performed at Joe’s Pub on Monday, June 1.
Cabaret Roundup: April 6-12 – Karen Akers, Marilyn Maye & More Photo
Cabaret Roundup: April 6-12 – Karen Akers, Marilyn Maye & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 6, 2026

Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including Broadway star Karen Akers, Marilyn May's annual birthday show, Outsiders star Brent Comer and more.
Birdland Jazz Club Will Present Karen Akers, Yellowjackets & More in April Photo
Birdland Jazz Club Will Present Karen Akers, Yellowjackets & More in April
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including Karen Akers, Yellowjackets, The Hot Sardines, Ben Allison, and Billy Stritch Trio, alongside returning acts like Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks.
John Beasley, YELLOWJACKETS, Karen Akers & JOÃO BOSCO Lead April Lineup At Birdland Photo
John Beasley, YELLOWJACKETS, Karen Akers & JOÃO BOSCO Lead April Lineup At Birdland Jazz Club
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater announced a full April 2026 schedule featuring UNLIMITED MILES: Miles Davis at 100, Yellowjackets, The Hot Sardines, João Bosco, and more across both venues.
Karen Mason, John Beasley, Yellowjackets And Christian Wiggs Lead Birdland Jazz Club Photo
Karen Mason, John Beasley, Yellowjackets And Christian Wiggs Lead Birdland Jazz Club And Theater Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming for late March through mid-April. The lineup includes Karen Mason, UNLIMITED MILES: MILES DAVIS AT 100, Yellowjackets, and more. Performances will run across both venues in New York City.
Photos: See Highlights from the 2026 MAC Awards at Symphony Space Photo
Photos: See Highlights from the 2026 MAC Awards at Symphony Space
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 26, 2026

The 3/23 show honored some of the best of NYC's cabaret scene including Karen Akers, Lillias White, and more. See photos from the event taken by Conor Weiss.
Photos: Lillias White, Karen Akers and More at the 2026 MAC Awards Photo
Photos: Lillias White, Karen Akers and More at the 2026 MAC Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 24, 2026

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets presented the 40th Annual MAC Awards at a live ceremony at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space. See photos from the event and learn more about the MAC Award winners.
Billy Stritch, Christine Ebersole, Jim Caruso, and More Take Home 40th Annual MAC Awa Photo
Billy Stritch, Christine Ebersole, Jim Caruso, and More Take Home 40th Annual MAC Awards; Learn More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets announced winners of the 40th Annual MAC Awards on March 23, 2026, at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space, including special honoree awards. Check out the full list of winners here!
Cabaret Roundup: March 23-29- Darren Criss, Lillias White & More Photo
Cabaret Roundup: March 23-29- Darren Criss, Lillias White & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 23, 2026

Here are a few top picks to consider in NYC this week including the annual MAC Awards Show, music from the Heated Rivalry soundtrack sung by Justin Vivian Bond, comedian Kyle Dunnigan's band and more.
Photos: PETER FILICHIA & FRIENDS Warms 54 Below With Memories Photo
Photos: PETER FILICHIA & FRIENDS Warms 54 Below With Memories
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 15, 2026

Peter Filichia returned to 54 Below on March 2, 2026 with another chapter of his PETER FILICHIA AND FRIENDS: BR0ADWAY TALES AND TUNES. See photos and a review of the show by Maryann Lopinto
Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below for Women's Hi Photo
Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below for Women's History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more. 
Producer Kenneth D. Greenblatt Retires Photo
Producer Kenneth D. Greenblatt Retires
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

On his 80th birthday, six-time Tony Award–winning producer Kenneth D. Greenblatt has retired as GFour Productions Founder and Chairman. Learn more here.
Lillias White and Karen Akers to be Honored at 40th Annual MAC Awards Photo
Lillias White and Karen Akers to be Honored at 40th Annual MAC Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2026

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets will present the upcoming 40th Annual MAC Awards. At the event, MAC will present Lifetime Achievement Awards to two stars of Broadway, television, film and cabaret: Lillias White and Karen Akers. 
Review: Norm Lewis Nails It Again in His 11th Annual Christmas Show at 54 Below Photo
Review: Norm Lewis Nails It Again in His 11th Annual Christmas Show at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 19, 2025

The talented Broadway favorite is back at 54 Below. CHRISTMAS LIVES HERE, indeed! Catch the show nightly now through December 24 and see photos and a review of the December 18 opening night.
Photos: LEE ROY REAMS: BEHIND THE SCENES OF 42ND STREET at 54 Below Photo
Photos: LEE ROY REAMS: BEHIND THE SCENES OF 42ND STREET at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 19, 2025

See photos from the 11/18 show
Photos: Backstage at the 36TH NEW YORK CABARET CONVENTION at Jazz at Lincoln Center Photo
Photos: Backstage at the 36TH NEW YORK CABARET CONVENTION at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 24, 2025

Step backstage behind the scenes of the Cabaret Convention with photos by Stephen Sorokoff. The October 21 to 23, 2025 event featured Christine Ebersole, Melissa Errico and many more performers.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Karen Akers been in?

Karen Akers has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Karen Akers been in?

Karen Akers has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Karen Akers been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Side by Side by Sondheim, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Nine and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nine.

What awards has Karen Akers won?

Karen Akers has won a Theatre World Award for her performance in Nine.

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