Karen Akers
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical
Karen AkersSide by Side by Sondheim
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1982 - Performance
Karen Akers, Nine
Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Karen Akers, Nine
Videos
Exclusive: Go Inside Rehearsals for the GRAND HOTEL 35th Anniversary Reunion Concert
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-02-24 16:00:20
News
Birdland Reveals July 2026 Performance Lineup Featuring Christian Sands, Stella Cole, Bill Charlap & More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full month of nightly performances featuring Christian Sands Quintet, Liz Gillies, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, the Birdland Big Band, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full month of nightly performances featuring Christian Sands Quintet, Liz Gillies, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, the Birdland Big Band, and more.
Photos: Gabrielle Stravelli And Billy Stritch in BOSSA & BEYOND At Birdland
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 28, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club hosted Gabrielle Stravelli & Billy Stritch: Bossa & Beyond. This concert paired singer and pianist Billy Stritch with jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli for an evening celebrating the beauty, sophistication, and emotional depth of Brazilian and Latin American music. Check out the photos!
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 28, 2026
Birdland Jazz Club hosted Gabrielle Stravelli & Billy Stritch: Bossa & Beyond. This concert paired singer and pianist Billy Stritch with jazz vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli for an evening celebrating the beauty, sophistication, and emotional depth of Brazilian and Latin American music. Check out the photos!
Interview: Joshua Rosenblum Celebrates Maury Yeston at Symphony Space
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 27, 2026
Join the author for AN EVENING WITH MAURY YESTON AND FRIENDS at Symphony Space, with musical highlights of Yeston's career, the songwriter himself, and a book signing.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 27, 2026
Join the author for AN EVENING WITH MAURY YESTON AND FRIENDS at Symphony Space, with musical highlights of Yeston's career, the songwriter himself, and a book signing.
Review: AMERICAN POPULAR SONG SOCIETY PRESENTS SIDNEY MYER at The Cutting Room
by Andrew Poretz - Jun 18, 2026
Sidney Myer was feted by Marilyn Maye, Charles Busch, Nicolas King and dozens more at a joyous sold-out American Popular Song Society Lifetime Achievement Award gala on June 15.
by Andrew Poretz - Jun 18, 2026
Sidney Myer was feted by Marilyn Maye, Charles Busch, Nicolas King and dozens more at a joyous sold-out American Popular Song Society Lifetime Achievement Award gala on June 15.
Photos: Jeff Harnar Celebrates The 1959 Broadway Songboook At Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Jeff Harnar brought The 1959 Broadway Songbook to Birdland, celebrating one of theater's greatest seasons. Directed by Sarah Louise Lazarus with musical direction by Alex Rybeck.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026
Jeff Harnar brought The 1959 Broadway Songbook to Birdland, celebrating one of theater's greatest seasons. Directed by Sarah Louise Lazarus with musical direction by Alex Rybeck.
Maury Yeston to Celebrate New Biography With Concert and Event at Symphony Space
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Composer/lyricist Maury Yeston – who recently celebrated his landmark 80th birthday – will join author Joshua Rosenblum and theater journalist Peter Filichia at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Symphony Space.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Composer/lyricist Maury Yeston – who recently celebrated his landmark 80th birthday – will join author Joshua Rosenblum and theater journalist Peter Filichia at the Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Symphony Space.
THE CAST OF MJ THE MUSICAL PRESENTS: THE JAM and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including the cast of MJ, Norm Lewis, and many more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2026
Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including the cast of MJ, Norm Lewis, and many more.
Review: YOU MUST BELIEVE IN SPRING at 54 Below a Glorious Showcase Of Cabaret Talent
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 5, 2026
In what seems to be a Cabaret Convention aperitif, KT Sullivan gathers some of the industry's best to pay tribute to the songwriting industry's best.
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 5, 2026
In what seems to be a Cabaret Convention aperitif, KT Sullivan gathers some of the industry's best to pay tribute to the songwriting industry's best.
Sherz Aletaha and Danielle Grabianowski Join NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Sherz Aletaha and Danielle Grabianowski have joined the cat of the 14th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center at Joe’s Pub.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Sherz Aletaha and Danielle Grabianowski have joined the cat of the 14th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center at Joe’s Pub.
Norm Lewis, Will Roland and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more.
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.
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 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.
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
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 9, 2026
The pleasure in being in the room with The Best.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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
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.
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.
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 several awards throughout her career. She received the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance in the original production of bela . Akers has also been honored with the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical and the Theatre World Award. Additionally, she has earned nominations for her roles in various productions, including the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical. Her contributions to theatre have made her a respected figure in the industry.
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