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Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Karen Akers STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1989
Raffaela

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Luisa Contini


Karen Akers Awards and Nominations

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

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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

Karen Akers, Nine

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SAL VIVIANO: PERFECTLY FRANK �" A CENTURY OF SINATRA Will Be Presented By Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea

Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea presents Sal Viviano: Perfectly Frank - A Century of Sinatra, Saturday, July 20, 7:30PM at LTV Studios in East Hampton.
TOVAH FELDSHUH: AGING IS OPTIONAL ('Cause G*d I Hope It Is!) Comes to Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea

Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea will present Tovah Feldshuh: Aging Is Optional ('Cause G*d I Hope it is!), Saturday, July 13, 7:00PM at LTV Studios.
STEVE ROSS & KAREN MURPHY: BEST OF THE VERSED to Be Presented By Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea

Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea will present Steve Ross and Karen Murphy in Best of the Versed, celebrating lesser-known opening lyrics from the Great American Songbook. Learn how to purchase tickets.
ANNA BERGMAN: THE SONG IS YOU to be Presented By Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea

Anna Bergman will perform beloved songs from Broadway and film at LTV Studios on June 22, accompanied by musical director Phil Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
GRAND HOTEL Original Broadway Cast to Celebrate Show's 35th Anniversary at 54 Below

Celebrate the 35th anniversary of GRAND HOTEL with the original Broadway cast at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets.
HAMPTONS SUMMER SONGBOOK BY THE SEA Concert Series Begins This Month At LTV Studios

Experience the Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea at LTV Studios, featuring cabaret performances every Saturday from June 22 to August 31.
Review: Broadway Veterans Shake the Walls at 54 Below

This reviewer was thrilled and completely overwhelmed by the outstanding and memorable performances by several Broadway icons.
Natalie Joy Johnson Joins NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub

Natalie Joy Johnson joins the cast of NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub on June 3. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Singer/Actress Karen Akers Returns to Birdland

Birdland was thrilled to once again present singer/actress Karen Akers at the iconic club on Monday, May 27.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" May 28 to June 2, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including pride kickoff events, and Sheldon Harnick at Lyrics & Lyricists.
See Linda Eder, Tony Danza and More Next Week at 54 Below

Discover the exciting lineup at 54 Below next week, featuring Linda Eder, Tony Danza and more. See the full schedule and learn how to purchase tickets.
Natalie Douglas to Present A JUNETEENTH JUBILEE �" THE WOMEN at Birdland

Award-winning vocalist Natalie Douglas will perform her third annual Juneteenth concert, 'A Juneteenth Jubilee – The Women,' at Birdland. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: The Mabel Mercer Foundation Honors Julie Wilson

Cabaret luminaries, supporters, and officers of The Mabel Mercer Foundation gathered at The Pierre Hotel last night to celebrate the100th anniversary of the birth year of cabaret legend Julie Wilson.  Check out photos here!
Graham, Henson, Zuraitis, and More to Headline NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub

The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre, will play at Joe's Pub on Monday, June 3.
Birdland Jazz Presents The Return Of Karen Akers In WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE This Month

Acclaimed vocalist and actress, Karen Akers, returns to Birdland with her popular show, WATER UNDER THE BRIDGE, on May 27.
Justin Vivian Bond to be Honored With Judy Icon Award From NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS

The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will honor Mx Justin Vivian. Learn more.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" May 6 to May 12, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Melissa Errico's new Sondheim album release party.
12th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS to Take Place at Joe's Pub in June

The 12th 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. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: 54 LOVES CAST ALBUMS at 54 Below Is a Love-In

54 Loves Cast Albums. Don't you? Some of the top tracks and deep cuts come to life on stage at 54 Below in yet another of their Broadway celebrations on March 7th. If you love cast albums, you'd likely love 54 LOVES CAST ALBUMS.
Photos: Jeff Harnar Celebrates Cole Porter at Birdland

Birdland presented “It’s De-Lovely: Jeff Harnar Sings Cole Porter” on Monday, March 11. Check out photos from the performance here!

Karen Akers 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?

Karen Akers has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Side by Side by Sondheim," a Performance nomination at the Theatre World Awards for "Nine," and a nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Nine."

What awards has Karen Akers won?

Karen Akers won a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for her role in Nine.

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