Kecia Lewis
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BIO
Kecia Lewis made her Broadway debut at age 18 in the original production of Dreamgirls as a replacement for Edna Burke and understudy for Effie White. She went on to appear in Ain't Misbehavin', originated the role of Asaka in Once on This Island, and later created the role of Trix the Aviatrix in The Drowsy Chaperone. She earned a Drama Desk Award nomination for Dessa Rose, an Obie Award and Lucille Lortel Award nomination for Marie and Rosetta, and appeared in the Broadway revival of Children of a Lesser God. Lewis originated the role of music educator Miss Liza Jane in the Off-Broadway production of Hell's Kitchen in 2023 and reprised the role in the Broadway transfer in 2024, winning the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical and the Drama Desk Award, while also receiving Drama League and Lucille Lortel Award nominations. Her screen credits include recurring roles in Mad About You, The Passage, The Blacklist, and Law & Order, as well as the 2022 film The Independent. Lewis also teaches acting at the Atlantic Acting School. In 2026, she appeared in the Off-Broadway revival of The Whoopi Monologues at Lincoln Center Theater.
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Movies
[ 2014 ] Shelter Worker 1 Kecia Lewis-Evans
[ 2020 ] Nurse
[ 2022 ] Lynn James
TV Shows
Arraignment Judge Constance Copeland
Esi Jackson
[ 2023-2025 ] Odessa Shaw
[ 2025-2025 ] Antoinette
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Videos
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: Tony Vincent Talks Broadway for Democracy and Using Theatre to Inspire Civic Engagement
by Luka Vonier - 2026-06-18 12:46:13
Video: Watch Yolanda Adams Sing 'Authors of Forever' in HELL'S KITCHEN
by Michael Major - 2026-01-23 09:55:04
Video: Yolanda Adams Recalls First Meeting with HELL'S KITCHEN Creator Alicia Keys
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-23 11:21:22
Video: Ne-Yo Takes His First Bow in HELL'S KITCHEN on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-12-05 11:59:01
Video: Yolanda Adams Says HELL'S KITCHEN Broadway Debut is a 'Bucket List' Moment
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2025-11-20 15:30:27
Video: Durrell 'Tank' Babbs and Amanda Reid Perform 'If I Ain’t Got You' From HELL'S KITCHEN
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-17 14:17:29
Video: Go Inside Black Theatre United's 2025 Gala, United: Today & Beyond
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-10-28 13:52:21
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-09-09 15:37:10
Video: Adrienne Warren, Kecia Lewis, and More Celebrate Sisterhood at Black Women on Broadway Awards
by Survival Jobs - 2025-06-20 15:34:26
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-18 15:39:31
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Right Hand Man / One Last Time' From HAMILTON at MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-06-13 09:37:32
Video: Jordan Tyson Sings 'Strangers Like Me' From TARZAN MCC's MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-06-03 11:56:19
Video: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Sing 'The Confrontation' at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2025-05-30 11:14:52
Video: Tank and Amanda Reid Perform 'If I Ain't Got You' From HELL'S KITCHEN; Deluxe Album Out Next Week
by Stephi Wild - 2025-05-16 05:37:09
Video: Helen J. Shen Performs 'The Impossible Dream' at MISCAST25
by Michael Major - 2025-05-15 09:48:56
News
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 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 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 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 Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2026
On Thursday's episode of The View, Whoopi Goldberg was joined by several artists involved in the new production of The Whoopi Monologues, including the director and several cast members. Watch the full conversation now, which sheds more light on the production and Goldberg's continued influence.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2026
The new season on Broadway (2026-2027) at the Vivian Beaumont Theater brings the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men, starring Bradley Whitford and Tom Blyth, with direction by Tony Award winner Michael Arden. In the spring, Artistic Director Lear deBessonet returns to the Beaumont with the first Broadway revival of The Sound of Music in nearly 30 years, starring Tony Award nominee Jasmine Amy Rogers and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026
McCarter Theatre Center closed its 2025–2026 season with a gala honoring 30-year Artistic Director Emily Mann, presenting her with the inaugural Roger S. Berlind Award, with a performance by Tony winner Kecia Lewis.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2026
Kerry Washington is returning to the stage in The Whoopi Monologues, Lincoln Center Theater's new production of Whoopi Goldberg’s show. This project marks a full-circle moment for the Emmy-winner, who first performed the material as a kid in what were some of her earliest preliminary acting experiences. Watch her discuss it on Late Night with Seth Meyers.
by Luka Vonier - Jun 18, 2026
Broadway’s stories, songs, and stages have always united people — across backgrounds, beliefs, and perspectives. Now, Broadway for Democracy is channeling that power to inspire participation in the democratic process. Through performances, nationwide events, and accessible resources, the organization is aiming to make it easier for everyone to register, vote, and get involved. One of the people behind this mission is none other than Broadway's very own Tony Vincent. Watch in this video as Tony chats more about the importance of being informed, engaging with government, and showing up to vote.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 17, 2026
Norm Lewis is one in a million. A talent so special, you don't dare miss any of his shows. NORM LEWIS: BROADWAY & BEYOND runs nightly through Saturday
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 16, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater has announced the complete cast and creative team for The Whoopi Monologues, a reimagining of Whoopi Goldberg’s iconic show. Written by Whoopi Goldberg and directed by two-time Tony Award nominee Whitney White.
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 12, 2026
The Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Romeo & Juliet has officially opened. Learn more and check out photos from opening night here!
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
MUSE/IQUE will present THE SUN RISES IN HARLEM, celebrating the Harlem Renaissance with Tony winner Kecia Lewis, Sy Smith, and the MUSE/IQUE Orchestra at The Huntington and Skirball Cultural Center.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 24, 2026
The Rocky Horror Show official is officially open on Broadway at Studio 54! You can now see photos of the film's original star Susan Sarandon, stars like Laverne Cox, and more at the opening night of the show here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Kecia Lewis has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
Kecia Lewis has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Distinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Hell’s Kitchen, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for Hell's Kitchen, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Marie and Rosetta, Performance (Obie Awards) for Marie and Rosetta and The Skin of Our Teeth and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play (The Lortels) for Marie and Rosetta.
Kecia Lewis has received the following major awards and recognitions for her performance in Hell's Kitchen: Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical at The Lortels, and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards.
