BIO
Leslie Kritzer is a proud Jew-rican born in NYC. Broadway: Something Rotten, Elf, Sondheim on Sondheim, Legally Blonde (Clarence Derwent Award), A Catered Affair (Drama Desk nomination) and Hairspray. Off-Broadway: The Robber Bridegroom (Lucille Lortel Award, Drama League and Astaire award nominations), Gigantic (Lucille Lortel Nomination), Rooms: A Rock Romance, (Outer Critics Circle nomination), The Memory Show, Nobody Loves You, The Great American Trailer Park Musical (Drama Desk nomination) and others. TV: "Difficult People," "Kevin Can Wait," "Younger," "VINYL," "Law and Order SVU". Solo shows: Burn It To The Ground and Beautiful Disaster. www.thelesliekritzer.com @lesliekritzer
Photos
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Leslie Kritzer, Beetlejuice
Leslie Kritzer, Beetlejuice
Leslie Kritzer, Beetlejuice
Leslie Kritzer, The Robber Bridegroom
winner
Leslie Kritzer, The Robber Bridegroom
Leslie Kritzer, Gigantic
Leslie Kritzer, Rooms A Rock Romance
Leslie Kritzer, A Catered Affair
Videos
Video: Laura Bell Bundy Brings LEGALLY BLONDE Shoes to the Museum of Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-04-29 15:21:52
Video: Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer Plays Carol Burnett in MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL Finale; Watch Her Perform 'Shy' From ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
by Michael Major - 2023-05-26 09:17:50
VIDEO: Leslie Kritzer & Seth Rudetsky Rehearse 'Another Hundred People'
by Alan Henry - 2021-11-28 14:25:46
Broadway Rewind: THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM Returns with Steven Pasquale!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-10-10 14:01:00
VIDEO: LEGALLY BLONDE Delta Nu's Reunite for 'Omigod You Guys' Parody!
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-04-29 18:03:54
Broadway Rewind: A CATERED AFFAIR Walks Down the Aisle to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-04-28 16:31:00
VIDEO: Go Backstage At BEETLEJUICE In Our Behind The Scenes Vlog
by Alan Henry - 2020-03-10 12:04:26
VIDEO: A Message From BEETLEJUICE's #1 Life Coach, Leslie Kritzer
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - 2020-03-06 14:38:57
VIDEO: BEETLEJUICE Fan Releases a 'Diss Track' at the Request of Alex Brightman
by Stephi Wild - 2020-02-01 17:44:57
VIDEO: Watch a Fan-Made Animatic For 'Say My Name' From BEETLEJUICE
by Stephi Wild - 2020-01-16 05:46:15
VIDEO: BEETLEJUICE Explains The Whole Being Dead Thing During Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-11-28 09:47:59
BroadwayWorld Joins TikTok With Exclusive Video From BEETLEJUICE on Broadway
by Alan Henry - 2019-10-30 12:37:16
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of BEETLEJUICE with Alex Brightman!
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-10-29 10:54:52
VIDEO: Sophia Anne Caruso Performs Cut Song From BEETLEJUICE
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-10-25 14:17:40
VIDEO: BEETLEJUICE's Alex Brightman Chats With Author R.L. Stine
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-10-25 12:54:31
News
by Joshua Wright - Jul 16, 2026
AI-generated tracks cost effectively nothing to produce and pennies to distribute; parked on a recognizable name, they skim streams - and royalties - from fans and algorithmic playlists alike.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
HIT SHOW, a new musical inspired by the 1963 kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr., will make its joint world premiere at The Carnegie and Southern Plains Productions, directed by Eamon Foley.
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2025
Laura Bell Bundy is bringing Legally Blonde to the Museum of Broadway! In a new video, she presents the iconic shoes that she wore in the original Broadway production to the museum as she reunites with the cast of the beloved musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Paul Iacono, best known as star of G.B.F., Fame, and MTV’s “The Hard Times of RJ Berger,” in the world premiere of The Stritch Is Back: Paul Iacono Sings Elaine Stritch... Sings Elton John. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2025
Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer will headline as the first act of “The Beechman Renaissance” with, Kritzer! Live at The Beechman, for two performances only. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 31, 2025
Stars hit the red carpet last week when the Sydney Theatre Company production of The Picture of Dorian Gray, starring Sarah Snook, officially opened on Broadway. Check out photos from the red carpet, which included special guests Chris Pine, Christine Baranski, Ariana DeBose, and more!
by Sarah Lasko - Dec 3, 2024
If you’re a mezzo, it can feel overwhelming to find material you love that hasn’t already been sung to death. There’s so much great audition material for mezzos, and much of it is already in everyone’s audition book. Find great audition songs for mezzo-sopranos here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024
The Laurie Beechman Theatre at the West Bank Cafe will host a special one-night-only event, 'The After Party,' on Friday, August 16th, to benefit the fundraising efforts to save the iconic venue from closure.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 26, 2024
Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl, and more have been announced to star in Teeth at New World Stages, beginning previews on October 16th.
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - Jul 8, 2024
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by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 11, 2024
Winners for the 2024 Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced last night at NYU Skirball Center. Tony Award Winners Sutton Foster and Aaron Tveit hosted the ceremony. Check out photos from the red carpet here!
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 3, 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.
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2024
Just yesterday, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer took to social media to share a fun video she made detailing what 'The Lady of the Lake' is up to post-Broadway. Now, she has released a second part to the video, which may or may not be an ongoing series.
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024
Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer took to social media to share a fun video she made detailing what 'Lady of the Lake' is up to post-Broadway. This refers, of course, to the character Kritzer played in the revival of Spamalot, which wrapped up its Broadway run in April. Kritzer received her first ever Tony Award nomination for this role.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 15, 2024
The New Dramatists recently hosted its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See photos from inside the event.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 15, 2024
Broadway welcomed another new musical in The Outsiders, which is now officially open at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big day and you can check out photos from the VIP theatre arrivals here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024
THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents Jon-Michael Reese from Broadway's 'A STRANGE LOOP' and Natalie Walker from 'WHITE GIRL IN DANGER'. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present celebrated actress and vocalist Ruby Lewis, star of Broadway’s Cirque du Soleil, Las Vegas headliner and “Shock Value” recording artist, on Wednesday, January 31 at 9:30 PM.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Niki Haris and Donna De Lory in “Niki + Donna: Songs and Stories”. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2024
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Pam Goldberg in “Pam Goldberg’s 80th Birthday Spectacular!,” a celebration of the regional theater and occasional Broadway veteran.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Leslie Kritzer has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
Leslie Kritzer has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Beetlejuice, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Beetlejuice, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Beetlejuice, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Robber Bridegroom, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (The Lortels) for The Robber Bridegroom, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (The Lortels) for Gigantic, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Rooms A Rock Romance and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Catered Affair.
Leslie Kritzer has received several prestigious awards throughout her career. She won the 2023 Theatre World Award for Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway Musical for her role in "Laughter on the 23rd Floor." In addition to this win, she has garnered multiple nominations, including the 2004 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance in "Legally Blonde," and the 2018 Tony Award Nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role in "Beetlejuice." She has also been recognized with the 2004 Houston Theatre Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical in "Legally Blonde." Over the years, Kritzer has established herself as a talented actress with a diverse range of accolades in theater.
