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BIO

L Morgan Lee is an American actress and singer. She was nominated for the 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance in A Strange Loop on Broadway, making history as the first openly transgender actor to be nominated for a Tony Award.

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STAGE CREDITS

A Strange Loop A Strange Loop
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
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A Strange Loop A Strange Loop
[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons World Premiere, 2019

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2022 - Distinguished Performance Awards

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Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

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Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation

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Goodspeed Musicals will present All Shook Up as its second production of the 2025 season. The hit songs of Elvis Presley fuel the romantic tale of a small town turned upside down by a stranger on a motorcycle, All Shook Up will run from June 27 – Aug. 17 at The Goodspeed in East Haddam, Conn. Watch a new video of the show's stars in rehearsal as they perform the classic ballad, 'Can't Help Falling in Love.'
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by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2025

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025

Goodspeed Musicals will present All Shook Up as its second production of the 2025 season. See who is starring and learn more about the production here!
Photos: Sara Bareilles, Jordan Fisher, & More at Maestra Music's AMPLIFY 2025 Photo
Photos: Sara Bareilles, Jordan Fisher, & More at Maestra Music's AMPLIFY 2025
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2025

AMPLIFY 2025, Maestra Music’s annual benefit concert, was held on Monday, March 31 at Sony Hall. Featuring unforgettable performances by Sara Bareilles, Joy Huerta, Kecia Lewis, Jordan Fisher and more. Take a look at photos from the evening now!
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Exclusive: In Rehearsals for Maestra's AMPLIFY with Antawyn Hopper and Zeniba Now
by Joey Mervis - Mar 31, 2025

Watch in this exclusive sneak peek video as we take you into the rehearsal room with Antawyn Hopper and Zeniba Now as they perform her song, 'I Believe,' from The Loophole, which she wrote with Jay Adana.
Lillias White, Noel MacNeal and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week Photo
Lillias White, Noel MacNeal and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Noel MacNeal, Lillias White, and more. See the full lineup and learn more!
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
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Interview: Host James C. Nicola Honors Jonathan Larson's Lyrical Legacy at 92NY
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 24, 2025

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by Nicole Rosky - Feb 10, 2025

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025

Tony and Pulitzer Prize winning composer/lyricist Jonathan Larson’s profound impact on musical theater is in the spotlight for Louder than Words: The Songs and Legacy of Jonathan Larson, the next show of the Lyrics & Lyricists season. Learn more!
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L Morgan Lee and Kate Baldwin Will Host MAESTRA MUSIC'S AMPLIFY 2025
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

Maestra Music has announced Amplify 2025, directed by Jessica Ryan, hosted by L Morgan Lee, co-hosted by Kate Baldwin, and featuring special guests such as Jordan Fisher, Zeniba Now,  Jessica Vosk. 
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by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
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by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

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Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; MAGGIE at Goodspeed Musicals Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has L Morgan Lee been in?

L Morgan Lee has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has L Morgan Lee been in?

L Morgan Lee has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has L Morgan Lee been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for A Strange Loop, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Strange Loop and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for A Strange Loop.

What awards has L Morgan Lee won?

L Morgan Lee received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for her performance in A Strange Loop.

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