Karen Burthwright
Theatre credits include: Leading Player in Pippin (Nebraska Repertory Theatre - contract cut short during rehearsals due to Covid-19), Shug Avery in The Color Purple (Neptune Theatre, 2020 Merritt Award Best Supporting Actor, The Citadel/RMTC), Paradise Square (Berkeley Rep), Woman 2 in I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (George Street Playhouse), Janet in Play Like A Winner (NYMF 2017). Broadway/Off-Broadway: Soul Sister in Jesus Christ Superstar (2012 Revival), Princess Who Kissed the Frog in Disenchanted US/Dance Captain (Westside Theatre); Chicago: Nickie in Sweet Charity (Writers’ Theatre), Ragtime, The Hot Mikado, and Aida (Drury Lane Oakbrook).
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Theatre credits include: Leading Player in Pippin (Nebraska Repertory Theatre - contract cut short during rehearsals due to Covid-19), Shug Avery in The Color Purple (Neptune Theatre, 2020 Merritt Award Best Supporting Actor, The Citadel/RMTC), Paradise Square (Berkeley Rep), Woman 2 in I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (George Street Playhouse), Janet in Play Like A Winner (NYMF 2017). Broadway/Off-Broadway: Soul Sister in Jesus Christ Superstar (2012 Revival), Princess Who Kissed the Frog in Disenchanted US/Dance Captain (Westside Theatre); Chicago: Nickie in Sweet Charity (Writers’ Theatre), Ragtime, The Hot Mikado, and Aida (Drury Lane Oakbrook). Regional/Canada: Sousatzka Swing/Dance Captain (The Elgin Theatre); Cabaret (Cape Playhouse); Brenda in Smokey Joe's Cafe (FST); Soul Sister in Jesus Christ Superstar (La Jolla Playhouse/Stratford Festival). National tours: Featured female vocalist in Dirty Dancing; Dynamite in Hairspray; Lisa in Mamma Mia!
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Hailee Kaleem Wright (Ensemble), Karen Burthwright (Ensemble), and Sidney Dupont (William Henry Lane); (back row, l to r) Chloé Davis (Ensemble), Sir Brock Warren (Ensemble), Jamal Christopher Douglas (Ensemble), and Jacobi Hall (Ensemble)
From: Photo Flash: First Look At Berkeley Rep's PARADISE SQUARE: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL
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Videos
VIDEO: Joaquina Kalukango Discusses Being Grateful to Be Back on Stage in PARADISE SQUARE Post-Show Speech
by Stephi Wild - 2022-04-20 09:53:25
VIDEO: Get A First Listen To 'I'd Be A Soldier' From PARADISE SQUARE
by BWW Staff - 2021-10-15 11:47:38
VIDEO: First Look at George Street Playhouse's I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-10-24 19:29:17
TV: Fairy Tales Get a Makeover in DISENCHANTED!; In Rehearsal with the Cast
by TV - Press Previews - 2014-11-15 11:00:49
News
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026
PIAF/DIETRICH will play the Grand Theatre, exploring the relationship between Édith Piaf and Marlene Dietrich. Directed by Rachel Peake and adapted by Erin Shields. Check out new video highlights of the production.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
The lives and music of French songbird ?dith Piaf and Hollywood leading lady Marlene Dietrich are set to dazzle London audiences when Piaf/Dietrich takes the stage at the Grand Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025
Co-written by and starring Great Big Sea's Alan Doyle, the musical comedy Tell Tale Harbour returns to PEI in a revised production this summer. Learn more about the show here!
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024
Experience the electrifying energy of TINA The Tina Turner Musical at Proctors in two weeks. Celebrate the life and legacy of the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll with this powerful and inspiring show.
by Scott Rawson - Jun 12, 2024
From the gripping opening number to the dynamic conclusion, Tina, The Tina Turner Musical, is on hell of an emotional rollercoaster. The highs and lows of Tina's tumultuous journey are brilliantly encapsulated in the show, and her extraordinary music weaves through a narrative that is both heart-breaking and stunning.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024
TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL will invite audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll' at the Overture Hall this June.
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024
Broadway in Indianapolis announced today that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical are on sale now for 8 performances from April 30 - May 5, 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024
TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL invites audiences to experience the electrifying journey of Tina Turner, the legendary 'Queen of Rock 'n Roll.'
by Sabrina Wallace - Jan 19, 2024
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical stands as a masterful exposé of the icon's life, ranking among the best in its genre in my humble opinion. The entire cast of this Broadway touring production deserves commendation, with each performer and the orchestra paying much-deserved homage to the queen of rock ‘n roll.
by Theresa Bertram - Dec 27, 2023
What did our critic think of TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center?
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2023
Broadway Dallas have announced that Show and After Party tickets are now on sale for its 2024 Gala featuring a full performance of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL on Friday, February 2 at the Music Hall at Fair Park.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2023
Broadway Dallas has announced that Show and After Party tickets are now on sale for its 2024 Gala featuring a full performance of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL on Friday, February 2 at the Music Hall at Fair Park.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023
Broadway in Columbus presents TINA - The Tina Turner Musical. Don't miss this electrifying show featuring the iconic music and inspiring story of Tina Turner.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023
David Mirvish has announced that TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is coming to Toronto’s CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, beginning performances on June 18, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2023
The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union, is delighted to announce that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale this Friday, November 17, 2023.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2023
Proctors has announced that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale Thursday, Nov. 16 for eight performances from Tuesday, July 30-Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2023
Get your tickets now for TINA - The Tina Turner Musical and experience the incredible music and story of Tina Turner live on stage. Don't miss this limited engagement - book your seats today before they sell out!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2023
PNC Broadway in Kansas City will present the national tour of TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023
Tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical at BBMann will go on sale Friday, October 23 at 10AM for 8 performances from February 27 to March 3, 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023
Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America have announced that tickets for the national tour of TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will go on sale Friday, October 20 for 16 performances from January 23 to February 4 as part of the Germania Insurance Broadway Series presented by Broadway Dallas.
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