Kara Young
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BIO
Broadway: Purpose (Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Drama League Nomination, Outer Critics Circle nomination), Purlie Victorious (Tony Award, Outer Critics Circle Award, Drama Desk Award and Drama League nomination), Cost Of Living (Tony Nomination), Clyde’s (Theatre World Award, Tony and Drama Desk nominations). Off-Broadway: Gruesome Playground Injuries, Table 17 (Lucille Lortell Award), Twelfth Night (Obie Award), All The Natalie Portmans (Lucille Lortel nomination), Halfway Bitches Go Straight To Heaven. Additional credits: The New Englanders, The Revolving Cycles Truly and Steadily Roll’d, Syncing Ink, and Pretty Hunger. On screen, Kara starred in Boots Riley’s series for Prime Video, “I’m A Virgo” (Breakthrough Performance Film Independent Spirit nomination). Upcoming, she co-leads Aleshea Harris’ feature film Is God Is and can be seen in Boots Riley’s feature film I Love Boosters.
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Kara Young
Connection
Movies
[ 2009 ] Leticia
[ 2012 ] Kara
[ 2012 ] Lisa
[ 2013 ] Lisa
[ 2015 ] Audition Monitor
[ 2017 ] DJ Love Jones
[ 2017 ] Harley Patrón
[ 2020 ] Darla
[ 2020 ] Kara
[ 2020 ] LolaLaHaynes
[ 2022 ] Charlie August
[ 2022 ] Scha
[ 2024 ] Mari Winters
[ 2025 ] Fatima
[ 2026 ]
TV Shows
[ 2024 ] Lutiebelle Gussie Mae Jenkins
Awards and Nominations
Kara Young, Gruesome Playground Injuries
Kara Young, Gruesome Playground Injuries
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Kara Young, Purpose
Kara Young, Table 17
Kara Young, Purpose
Kara Young, Purpose
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Kara Young, Purpose
Kara Young, Purlie Victorious
Kara Young, Purlie Victorious
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Kara Young, Purlie Victorious
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Kara Young, Purlie Victorious
Kara Young, Cost of Living
Kara Young, Twelfth Night
Kara Young, Cost of Living
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Kara Young, Twelfth Night
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Kara Young, Clyde's
Kara Young, Clyde's
Videos
Whoopi Goldberg Addresses THE ODYSSEY Casting Controversy on THE VIEW
by Joshua Wright - 2026-07-21 19:26:04
Video: Kara Young and Kerry Washington Preview THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-07-06 12:38:17
Video: Kerry Washington & More Explain What THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES Is All About
by Luka Vonier - 2026-06-30 11:05:35
Video: THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES Cast and Crew Talk Whoopi Goldberg's Influence on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-25 15:32:24
Video: THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES Marks a Full Circle Moment for Kerry Washington
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-18 12:40:42
Video: Michelle Obama Highlights the Importance of Black Storytelling in PROOF
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-22 13:40:46
Video: Kara Young and Mallori Johnson Bonded While Playing Twins in IS GOD IS
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-15 14:06:22
Video: For Aleshea Harris, Directing IS GOD IS Was 'a Baptism by Fire'
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-05-15 12:10:39
Video: Whitney White Looks Back on the Life-Changing Experience of Bringing LIBERATION to Broadway
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2026-04-30 12:00:20
Video/Photos: IS GOD IS Featurette Offers New Look at Aleshea Harris Film
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-04-24 10:50:56
Video: Kara Young Stars in First Trailer for IS GOD IS Film Adaptation
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-20 10:28:09
Video: Nicholas Braun & Kara Young Talk Starring in GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES on TODAY
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-06 16:45:36
Video: Nicholas Braun & Kara Young Are Getting Ready for GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES
by Joey Mervis - 2025-10-15 13:35:04
Video: Broadway Stars on What Pride Means to Them – Bernadette Peters, André De Shields & More
by Michael Major - 2025-06-10 16:28:02
Video: Kara Young Celebrates Tony Win for Best Featured Actress in a Play
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-08 22:27:37
Video: Kara Young Discusses Tony Nominations and Artistic Journey on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-03 15:59:50
News
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026
Black Theatre United has announced the lineup of presenters, performers and co-chairs for its fourth annual Gala in October. Learn more about the upcoming event here.
by David Clarke - Aug 4, 2026
Emmy-nominated comedian, actor, and disability advocate Pavar Snipe discusses making Off-Broadway history in THE WHOOPI MONOLOGUES, why comedy can change hearts and minds, and how authentic representation begins long before the curtain rises.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2026
See footage of Kerry Washington taking her final bow in the The Whoopi Monologues! The production is currently playing at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026
Emmy Award-winning THE VIEW co-host Joy Behar will make her Provincetown Town Hall debut alongside comedian Judy Gold in a fundraising evening benefiting Sandy Hook Promise.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026
PlayGround has announced four next-gen theatre leaders as its 2026-2027 Producing Fellows, selected from over 100 applicants to train across SF Bay Area, Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 21, 2026
Whoopi Goldberg weighed in on conservative criticism of Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY casting choices, arguing that audiences who object simply don't have to see the film.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed dates for productions during the upcoming 2026-2027 season both on and off Broadway, including The Imaginary Invalid, The Full Monty, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2026
Ed Begley Jr. and Hayden Begley star in David Auburn's PROOF, directed by Stuart Rogers, at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood. See photos of the production.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater has announced that Emmy Award and SAG Award nominee Jurnee Smollett will join the company of The Whoopi Monologues. Learn more here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 14, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater officially opened The Whoopi Monologues this week with a celebrity-filled opening night at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater. Angela Bassett, Sara Bareilles, Don Cheadle, Ayo Edebiri, Shonda Rhimes, Alex Newell, and more were among the guests. Check out photos of the event.
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 14, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater's The Whoopi Monologues, a reimagining of Whoopi Goldberg’s iconic show, just opened last night at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater. Check out photos of the cast and creative team on the big night here.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 14, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater's The Whoopi Monologues, a reimagining of Whoopi Goldberg’s iconic show, just opened last night at the Mitzi E. Newhouse Theater. Check out what the critics had to say...
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos of Lincoln Center Theater's The Whoopi Monologues, a reimagining of Whoopi Goldberg’s iconic show at Lincoln Center Theater.
by - Jul 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 6, 2026
Two-time Tony Award winner Kara Young and Emmy winner Kerry Washington joined Good Morning America on Monday to discuss the new production of The Whoopi Monologues, the influential show from Whoopi Goldberg. Watch the conversation.
by - Jul 1, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Michael Major - Jun 30, 2026
Adrienne Warren joins the cast of Proof on Broadway. BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look at the Tony-winner in the role of 'Claire,' replacing Kara Young. See new photos, also including Ayo Edebiri.
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 1, 2026
What’s happening Off-Broadway in July? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this season, including one-person shows by celebrities, world premiere plays, musical revivals and more.
by Luka Vonier - Jun 30, 2026
Coming up next at Lincoln Center Theater is The Whoopi Monologues, a reimagining of Whoopi Goldberg’s iconic show, which begins performances on Tuesday, July 7. Watch in this video as the whole company checks in to explain what the play is all about.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026
Ed Begley Jr and Hayden Begley will star in PROOF written by David Auburn at the El Portal Theatre. David Auburn’s PROOF is a passionate, intelligent story about fathers and daughters, the nature of genius, and the power of love.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Kara Young has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
Kara Young has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Gruesome Playground Injuries, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play (The Lortels) for Gruesome Playground Injuries, Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Purpose, DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Table 17, DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for Purpose, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Purpose, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Purpose, Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Purlie Victorious, Distinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Purlie Victorious, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Purlie Victorious, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Purlie Victorious, Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Cost of Living, Outstanding Lead Performance in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Twelfth Night, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Cost of Living, Performance Award (Obie Awards) for Twelfth Night, Theatre World Awards (Theatre World Awards) for Clyde's and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Clyde's.
Kara Young has received recognition from major theater award organizations. She won the Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for Purpose. The Tony Awards recognized her with Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play nominations for both Purpose and Purlie Victorious. She also earned the Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Purlie Victorious. Additionally, Young received a Performance Award from the Obie Awards for Twelfth Night.
