Nina West
Nina West is the stage name of Andrew Robert Levitt, who is an American drag queen, queer activist, actor, and singer-songwriter based in Columbus, Ohio. She rose to national prominence with her appearance on the eleventh season of RuPaul's Drag Race, where she placed sixth and won Miss Congeniality.
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BIO
Nina West is the stage name of Andrew Robert Levitt, who is an American drag queen, queer activist, actor, and singer-songwriter based in Columbus, Ohio. She rose to national prominence with her appearance on the eleventh season of RuPaul's Drag Race, where she placed sixth and won Miss Congeniality. She was named the Top Local Artist of 2019 by Columbus Underground. Levitt has also created three EPs—Drag Is Magic, John Goodman, and The West Christmas Ever, which were all released in 2019.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 20: (L-R) Ann Harada, Cecily Strong, Lorna Courtney, Jessica Vosk, Julie Benko, Anika Larsen, Luis Salgado, Judy Kuhn, Kelli O'Hara, Seth Rudetsky, Ingrid Michaelson, Nina West, Hennessy Winkler, Merle Dandridge and Julia Murney attend the Concert for America 2025 at The Town Hall on January 20, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Concert for America)
Date:
01/21/2025
From: PHOTOS: Las estrellas se unen en un concierto solidario por la esperanza y la justicia
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Videos
Video: First Look at 'I Can Hear The Bells' from HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2026-03-03 14:53:05
Video: Jaquel Spivey Stars in Trailer for Zombie Comedy QUEENS OF THE DEAD
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-09-18 14:43:08
Exclusive: Frankie Grande and GLAAD Gather Broadway's Best to Celebrate #SpiritDay 2024
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-10-31 12:00:40
Videos You Missed This Week: SUNSET BOULEVARD, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and More
by Sidney Paterra - 2024-09-20 16:07:38
Photos/Video: First Look at the New Cast of HAIRSPRAY on Tour, Featuring Andrew Levitt aka Nina West
by Sneak Peek - 2022-09-29 10:51:13
VIDEO: Alex Newell, Nina West & More Perform on Disney's SAY IT WITH PRIDE Special
by Michael Major - 2022-07-01 13:37:42
VIDEO: Brandon Stalling Talks Returning to Chicago in the HAIRSPRAY Tour
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-02-12 11:44:20
VIDEO: Drag Icon Nina West Teams with Columbus Gay Men's Chorus for 'Santa Will Be Gone' Video
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-12-08 14:01:00
News
Celebrate Columbus Palace Theatre's 100th Anniversary This Fall With Musicals, Concerts & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2026
CAPA will mark the Palace Theatre's centennial in downtown Columbus with a free community birthday celebration, a Halloween event, a Ray Charles tribute concert and a regional debut of Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2026
CAPA will mark the Palace Theatre's centennial in downtown Columbus with a free community birthday celebration, a Halloween event, a Ray Charles tribute concert and a regional debut of Pirates! The Penzance Musical.
NINA WEST'S BIG QUEER COMEDY SHOW to Make Debut at Columbus' Southern Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026
Drag queen Nina West will host the first-ever BIG QUEER COMEDY SHOW at Columbus' Southern Theatre, featuring headliner Kristin Key and an LGBTQ+ lineup of local and national comics as part of the Columbus Comedy Festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026
Drag queen Nina West will host the first-ever BIG QUEER COMEDY SHOW at Columbus' Southern Theatre, featuring headliner Kristin Key and an LGBTQ+ lineup of local and national comics as part of the Columbus Comedy Festival.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.S. tour, with Nina West returning as host alongside RuPaul's Drag Race winner Myki Meeks, Crystal Methyd, Silky Ganache, and Drag Race Season 18 stars.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.S. tour, with Nina West returning as host alongside RuPaul's Drag Race winner Myki Meeks, Crystal Methyd, Silky Ganache, and Drag Race Season 18 stars.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS is Coming to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
You better not pout, you better not cry, because the world’s longest running drag tour is coming back to ATG San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theatre this holiday season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2026
You better not pout, you better not cry, because the world’s longest running drag tour is coming back to ATG San Francisco’s Golden Gate Theatre this holiday season.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS Unveil 2026 Tour Dates Across the U.S.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026
A Drag Queen Christmas is going back on the road this holiday season. Produced by Murray & Peter Present, the long-running drag tour returns for its 12th year, with a 39-city national tour this November and December.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2026
A Drag Queen Christmas is going back on the road this holiday season. Produced by Murray & Peter Present, the long-running drag tour returns for its 12th year, with a 39-city national tour this November and December.
Review: PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage
by Paul Batterson - May 17, 2026
What did our critic think of PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage?
by Paul Batterson - May 17, 2026
What did our critic think of PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage?
Nina West's THE YOU KIND OF KIND: THE MUSICAL to Premiere in Columbus, Ohio in April 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
The You Kind of Kind: The Musical, based on Nina West’s beloved best-selling children’s book The You Kind of Kind, will make its world premiere in 2027, in Columbus, Ohio.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026
The You Kind of Kind: The Musical, based on Nina West’s beloved best-selling children’s book The You Kind of Kind, will make its world premiere in 2027, in Columbus, Ohio.
Photos: Inside CSC's CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit Hosted by Nina West
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
Classic Stage Company presented their Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event, hosted by Nina West. Classics Gone Mad! featured Tony Award nominee Charl Brown, Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler, and more. See photos!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026
Classic Stage Company presented their Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event, hosted by Nina West. Classics Gone Mad! featured Tony Award nominee Charl Brown, Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler, and more. See photos!
Claybourne Elder and Sarah Steele Join CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit for CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
Classic Stage Company has revealed additional performers for Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event presented by the CSC Associate Board. Hosted by Nina West, Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater in April.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026
Classic Stage Company has revealed additional performers for Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event presented by the CSC Associate Board. Hosted by Nina West, Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater in April.
Kerry Butler, Charl Brown, Jackie Hoffman and More to Join CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Classic Stage Company has revealed the performers for Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event. Hosted by Nina West, Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Classic Stage Company has revealed the performers for Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event. Hosted by Nina West, Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
Nina West to Host Classic Stage Company's CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026
Classic Stage Company will present Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event presented by the CSC Associate Board. Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026
Classic Stage Company will present Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event presented by the CSC Associate Board. Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
Video: First Look at 'I Can Hear The Bells' from HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 3, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre is currently presenting HAIRSPRAY, running through March 8. Check out a first look at “I Can Hear the Bells” in the video below.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 3, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre is currently presenting HAIRSPRAY, running through March 8. Check out a first look at “I Can Hear the Bells” in the video below.
Photos: Nina West and More in HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026
Andrew Levitt (AKA Nina West) is playing Edna Turnblad in the musical Hairspray at Casa Mañana Theatre. The show runs February 28 – March 8, and tickets are on sale now. Check out all new photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026
Andrew Levitt (AKA Nina West) is playing Edna Turnblad in the musical Hairspray at Casa Mañana Theatre. The show runs February 28 – March 8, and tickets are on sale now. Check out all new photos here!
Nina West Will Lead HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Andrew Levitt, known as Nina West, will star as Edna Turnblad in Casa Mañana's upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, running from February 28 to March 8.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
Andrew Levitt, known as Nina West, will star as Edna Turnblad in Casa Mañana's upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, running from February 28 to March 8.
Seattle Men’s Chorus To Hold 2026 Auditions
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025
Seattle Men’s Chorus has announced auditions for new members ahead of its 2026 season. Auditions will take place on Saturday, January 3 and Saturday, January 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All prospective singers are required to register online in advance, with specific audition details distributed by email.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025
Seattle Men’s Chorus has announced auditions for new members ahead of its 2026 season. Auditions will take place on Saturday, January 3 and Saturday, January 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All prospective singers are required to register online in advance, with specific audition details distributed by email.
Photos: ROB LAKE MAGIC Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 8, 2025
Rob Lake MAGIC with Special Guests The Muppets celebrated its Gala performance at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York City. The 12-week limited holiday engagement will run through Sunday, January 18, 2026. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 8, 2025
Rob Lake MAGIC with Special Guests The Muppets celebrated its Gala performance at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York City. The 12-week limited holiday engagement will run through Sunday, January 18, 2026. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
The Skivvies Return to Joe's Pub for THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2025
This weekend, The Skivvies return to Joe's Pub for their annual Rocky Horror Skivvies Show, playing Saturday, November 1 (7pm and 9:30pm) and Sunday, November 2 (6pm at Joes Pub.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2025
This weekend, The Skivvies return to Joe's Pub for their annual Rocky Horror Skivvies Show, playing Saturday, November 1 (7pm and 9:30pm) and Sunday, November 2 (6pm at Joes Pub.
Photos: Marissa Jaret Winokur Visits EXORCISTIC Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025
Marissa Jaret Winokur (Hairspray, Dancing with the Stars, Celebrity Big Brother) while in town rehearsing Bat Boy at City Center visited Exorcistic: The Rock Musical at The Asylum NYC this week for one of two special Producer Nights honoring the show’s creative team. Check out photos from her visit!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025
Marissa Jaret Winokur (Hairspray, Dancing with the Stars, Celebrity Big Brother) while in town rehearsing Bat Boy at City Center visited Exorcistic: The Rock Musical at The Asylum NYC this week for one of two special Producer Nights honoring the show’s creative team. Check out photos from her visit!
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL to Present Producers Night with Marissa Jaret Winokur
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL producers night with Marissa Jaret Winokur Featuring Guest Diva Nina West is set to take place this Saturday, October 18th at 7 pm. Learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL producers night with Marissa Jaret Winokur Featuring Guest Diva Nina West is set to take place this Saturday, October 18th at 7 pm. Learn more.
Daisy Eagan, Greer Grammer, Dylan Adler, And Nina West to Join EXORCISTIC: The Rock Musical Parody
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
The Off-Broadway EXORCISTIC: The Rock Musical this week will feature Tony Award Winner Daisy Eagan, Greer Grammer, Dylan Adler, and Nina West. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
The Off-Broadway EXORCISTIC: The Rock Musical this week will feature Tony Award Winner Daisy Eagan, Greer Grammer, Dylan Adler, and Nina West. Learn more!
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