Survival Jobs, the hit podcast hosted by Jason A. Coombs and Samantha Tuozzolo, is thrilled to release its latest episode, recorded live at BroadwayCon 2025. Episode 118, From Stage to Screen: Navigating a Film and TV Career for Performers, features an insightful conversation with acclaimed actors Emily Bergl (Shameless, The Marvelous Mrs.
Krysta Rodriguez
Krysta Rodriguez (Lt. Commander JoAnne Galloway) most recently starred as ‘Roxie Hart’ in the hit Broadway production of Chicago.
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BIO
Krysta Rodriguez (Lt. Commander JoAnne Galloway) most recently starred as ‘Roxie Hart’ in the hit Broadway production of Chicago. Prior to that, Rodriguez co-starred in the musical adaptation of Smash, based on the television series on NBC where she played the fan favorite ‘Ana Vargas.’ On stage, Rodriguez has starred as ‘Cinderella’ in the Broadway revival of Into the Woods; in The Collaboration for Manhattan Theatre Club and took on the role of ‘Rosie Alvarez’ in the Kennedy Center/Broadway Center Stage production of Bye Bye Birdie opposite Christian Borle. On television, Rodriguez co-starred in the Emmy Award winning Netflix/Ryan Murphy limited series “Halston” as the iconic entertainer Liza Minnelli, which marked her return to the platform after starring in “Daybreak” with Matthew Broderick. Krysta’s long list of television roles includes the NBC series “Trial & Error” and “Smash.” Other credits include recurring roles on “Younger,” “Married,” “Gossip Girl,” “Quantico,” “Chasing Life,” “The Mysteries of Laura,” and “Indoor Boys” (Indie Series Award). Rodriguez’s theater résumé includes Theresa Rebeck’s play Seared at MCC, in a role she originated at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, for which she was honored with an Outer Critics Circle Award for her performance. Rodriguez took on the role of famous animated princess ‘Megara’ in Disney’s premiere stage adaptation Hercules as part of The Public Theater’s PublicWorks program. Broadway credits include: ‘Ilse’ in the Deaf West revival of Spring Awakening; First Date and original companies of The Addams Family, In the Heights, Spring Awakening, A Chorus Line (Revival) and Good Vibrations. Other memorable turns include ‘Anita’ in West Side Story at The Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra; What We’re Up Against at The Women’s Project; and a standout in the Hollywood Bowl production of A Chorus Line as ‘Diana.’
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2008
Ensemble, Carla (Understudy), Nina (Understudy), Vanessa (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2006
Ensemble, Ilse (Understudy), Anna (Understudy), Thea (Understudy), Martha (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Performer (Swing), Marcella (Understudy), Caroline (Understudy), Bikini Girl (Understudy)
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Awards and Nominations
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Krysta Rodriguez, Seared
Videos
Video: Bradley Whitford Talks How Nude Debut Play Prepped Him for A FEW GOOD MEN
by Stephi Wild - 2026-10-28 07:56:51
Character Breakdown: The Cast of A FEW GOOD MEN Unpacks Their Roles
by Sam Anctil - 2026-10-24 08:00:23
Video: Bradley Whitford Looks Back on His Original A FEW GOOD MEN Big Break
by Michael Major - 2026-10-16 13:30:24
Video: Mark Ballas & Krysta Rodriguez Perform 'We Both Reached for the Gun' in CHICAGO
by Michael Major - 2026-07-28 13:02:53
Video: Matteo Lane & Krysta Rodriguez Perform 'We Both Reached for the Gun' in CHICAGO
by Michael Major - 2026-07-20 09:34:09
Video: Watch Matteo Lane Perform 'Razzle Dazzle' in CHICAGO on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2026-07-08 13:10:32
Video: Watch New Performance Footage From CHICAGO on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-06-29 17:21:51
Video: CHICAGO's Newest Star Krysta Rodriguez Takes Her First Bows
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-06-15 23:13:55
Video: Go Inside the Tony Awards Green Room with Krysta Rodriguez
by Luka Vonier - 2026-06-04 16:05:57
Video: Watch Krysta Rodriguez Sing 'Don't Worry Be Happy' & 'What's Up'
by Michael Major - 2026-04-24 15:49:44
Video: Inside the A CHORUS LINE 50 Concert With Donna McKechnie, Robyn Hurder & More
by Michael Major - 2025-07-28 09:55:46
Video: Bella Coppola Performs 'Let Me Be Your Star' in SMASH on Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-05-28 15:59:52
Video: Watch Robyn Hurder and Cast Perform 'Let's Be Bad' From SMASH
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-22 14:02:21
Video: Robyn Hurder and SMASH Cast Perform 'Let Me Be Your Star' on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-20 11:16:34
Exclusive: Stars Sing Out to Raise Money for Breast Cancer Research at Janice Jam
by Joey Mervis - 2025-05-24 15:00:20
Video: Watch SMASH Star Bella Coppola Perform the National Anthem at the Mets Game
by Michael Major - 2025-05-19 11:38:20
Video: SMASH Cast Performs 'I Never Met A Wolf Who Didn't Love To Howl' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-16 14:15:09
Video: Watch Caroline Bowman Sing 'They Just Keep Moving The Line' in SMASH
by Michael Major - 2025-05-14 15:40:23
News
Video: Watch Scenes from A FEW GOOD MEN on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men opened just last night at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out highlights of the cast in action in this video.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men opened just last night at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out highlights of the cast in action in this video.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of A FEW GOOD MEN
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 30, 2026
The best of Broadway gathered at Lincoln Center last night to celebrate opening night of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men. Special guests in attendance included Bernadette Peters, Rachel Zegler, Yvonne Strahovski, François Arnaud, Jessica Vosk, Jeremy Jordan, Kenny Leon, and many more. Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals here.
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 30, 2026
The best of Broadway gathered at Lincoln Center last night to celebrate opening night of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men. Special guests in attendance included Bernadette Peters, Rachel Zegler, Yvonne Strahovski, François Arnaud, Jessica Vosk, Jeremy Jordan, Kenny Leon, and many more. Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals here.
Photos: A FEW GOOD MEN Company Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 30, 2026
The Vivian Beaumont Theatre was the place to be last night as Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men celebrated its opening night. Check out photos of the cast and creative team as they walked the opening night red carpet!
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 30, 2026
The Vivian Beaumont Theatre was the place to be last night as Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men celebrated its opening night. Check out photos of the cast and creative team as they walked the opening night red carpet!
Photos: A FEW GOOD MEN Takes Opening Night Bows
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 30, 2026
The Vivian Beaumont Theatre was the place to be last night as Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men celebrated its opening night. Check out photos from the opening night curtain call here!
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 30, 2026
The Vivian Beaumont Theatre was the place to be last night as Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men celebrated its opening night. Check out photos from the opening night curtain call here!
Review Roundup: A FEW GOOD MEN Opens On Broadway with Tom Blyth, Bradley Whitford and More
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men is now in performances at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, directed by Tony Award winner Michael Arden. The limited engagement stars Tom Blyth in his Broadway debut alongside Krysta Rodriguez and Bradley Whitford.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2026
Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men is now in performances at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, directed by Tony Award winner Michael Arden. The limited engagement stars Tom Blyth in his Broadway debut alongside Krysta Rodriguez and Bradley Whitford.
Photos: Tom Blyth, Bradley Whitford and More in A FEW GOOD MEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos of Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos of Lincoln Center Theater's first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men at the Vivian Beaumont Theater.
Video: Bradley Whitford Talks How Nude Debut Play Prepped Him for A FEW GOOD MEN
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2026
Bradley Whitford discussed being fully nude in his first play, Curse of the Starving Class, and how it prepared him for working with Aaron Sorkin on A Few Good Men, during a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2026
Bradley Whitford discussed being fully nude in his first play, Curse of the Starving Class, and how it prepared him for working with Aaron Sorkin on A Few Good Men, during a visit to Late Night with Seth Meyers. Check out the video here!
Character Breakdown: The Cast of A FEW GOOD MEN Unpacks Their Roles
by Sam Anctil - Oct 24, 2026
Performances are officially underway at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre for Lincoln Center Theatre's revival of A Few Good Men, by Aaron Sorkin. Watch in this video as the cast unpacks their roles
by Sam Anctil - Oct 24, 2026
Performances are officially underway at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre for Lincoln Center Theatre's revival of A Few Good Men, by Aaron Sorkin. Watch in this video as the cast unpacks their roles
Recap Aaron Sorkin's Stage Career as A FEW GOOD MEN Returns to Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2026
Aaron Sorkin has made a return to Broadway with a revival of A Few Good Men. As the playwright's work returns to the New York stage, we're recapping the stage career of Aaron Sorkin.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2026
Aaron Sorkin has made a return to Broadway with a revival of A Few Good Men. As the playwright's work returns to the New York stage, we're recapping the stage career of Aaron Sorkin.
Video: Bradley Whitford Looks Back on His Original A FEW GOOD MEN Big Break
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2026
Bradley Whitford discussed getting cast in the original production of A Few Good Men and his return to Broadway in the revival during an appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark. Watch the video of his interview now!
by Michael Major - Oct 16, 2026
Bradley Whitford discussed getting cast in the original production of A Few Good Men and his return to Broadway in the revival during an appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark. Watch the video of his interview now!
Video: Bradley Whitford Returns to A FEW GOOD MEN on GMA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Bradley Whitford talks to GMA about returning to A Few Good Men on Broadway, 40 years after the show gave him his big career break.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2026
Bradley Whitford talks to GMA about returning to A Few Good Men on Broadway, 40 years after the show gave him his big career break.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 13, 2026- A FEW GOOD MEN Begins Performances at Lincoln Center and More
by - Oct 13, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Oct 13, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 13, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Bradley Whitford & Aaron Sorkin on A Few Good Men
by Sam Anctil - Oct 12, 2026
Aaron Sorkin and Bradley Whitford discuss bringing A Few Good Men back to Broadway in this exclusive interview from the Vivian Beaumont Theater.
by Sam Anctil - Oct 12, 2026
Aaron Sorkin and Bradley Whitford discuss bringing A Few Good Men back to Broadway in this exclusive interview from the Vivian Beaumont Theater.
Photos: A FEW GOOD MEN Takes First Broadway Bows
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 9, 2026
Last night, Lincoln Center Theater marked a landmark moment as they celebrated the first preview of the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out photos here.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 9, 2026
Last night, Lincoln Center Theater marked a landmark moment as they celebrated the first preview of the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out photos here.
A FEW GOOD MEN Cast And Creative Team Photo Call Ahead Of Broadway Opening
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 9, 2026
The cast of Lincoln Center Theater's Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s A Few Good Men recently met the press. Check out photos from the press event here!
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 9, 2026
The cast of Lincoln Center Theater's Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s A Few Good Men recently met the press. Check out photos from the press event here!
First Look Photo from A FEW GOOD MEN on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 8, 2026
Ahead of its highly anticipated first preview tonight, Lincoln Center Theater has released a first look at the company of the first ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out the photo here!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 8, 2026
Ahead of its highly anticipated first preview tonight, Lincoln Center Theater has released a first look at the company of the first ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Check out the photo here!
Meet the Cast of A FEW GOOD MEN, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men, which will play at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of A Few Good Men here.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2026
Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of Aaron Sorkin’s seminal work, A Few Good Men, which will play at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of A Few Good Men here.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… to Celebrate 23rd Anniversary at Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
The monthly cabaret series spotlighting Broadway and Off-Broadway standbys, understudies, and alternates will feature performers from TITANIQUE, SIX THE MUSICAL, HEATHERS THE MUSICAL, and other productions.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026
The monthly cabaret series spotlighting Broadway and Off-Broadway standbys, understudies, and alternates will feature performers from TITANIQUE, SIX THE MUSICAL, HEATHERS THE MUSICAL, and other productions.
Review: Krysta Rodriguez Makes OC Cabaret Debut at Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Sep 22, 2026
To kick-off the 2026-2027 run of their often Broadway-centric Cabaret Series, Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa tapped not only a proven Broadway star, but an OC native, too for a triumphant homecoming concert: Krysta Rodriguez. Marking her Center cabaret debut, Rodriguez performed to rapturous crowds for three consecutive nights at the Samueli Theater from September 10-12, 2026.
by Michael Quintos - Sep 22, 2026
To kick-off the 2026-2027 run of their often Broadway-centric Cabaret Series, Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa tapped not only a proven Broadway star, but an OC native, too for a triumphant homecoming concert: Krysta Rodriguez. Marking her Center cabaret debut, Rodriguez performed to rapturous crowds for three consecutive nights at the Samueli Theater from September 10-12, 2026.
Photos: SPRING AWAKENING Original Cast Members Reunite at MUSIC CITY
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 17, 2026
Spring Awakening cast members reunited at Music City, including Kathryn Gallagher, Krysta Rodriguez, Lauren “Lolo” Pritchard, Phoebe Strole, Lilli Cooper and Stephen Michael Spencer. See photos from the reunion.
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 17, 2026
Spring Awakening cast members reunited at Music City, including Kathryn Gallagher, Krysta Rodriguez, Lauren “Lolo” Pritchard, Phoebe Strole, Lilli Cooper and Stephen Michael Spencer. See photos from the reunion.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Krysta Rodriguez been in?
Krysta Rodriguez has appeared on Broadway in 12 shows.
How many West End shows has Krysta Rodriguez been in?
Krysta Rodriguez has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Krysta Rodriguez been nominated for?
and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Seared.
What awards has Krysta Rodriguez won?
Krysta Rodriguez won Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her role in Seared.
Podcasts
Ep19 - Krysta Rodriguez - The Trust Part
Krysta Rodriguez (The Collaboration, Smash, Spring Awakening, The Addams Family) explores a complex history of trust (and mistrust) as influenced by many factors in life - religion, family addiction, and a cancer diagnosis at the age of 30.
Krysta Rodriguez, true triple threat and my OG Wednesday Addams, sits down for a candid conversation about identity, community, Sondheim, and the next generation of artists and actors.
"Out of Sight / Out of Mind" (Krysta Rodriguez)
Initially called "The Buddy Song", this is another tune that Joe renamed to include a slash in the title. As interpreted by Krysta Rodriguez, the song turned into something different from its original intent and Charlie Rosen's period orchestrations provide a reframing that serves the message of the song well.
Ep238 - Krysta Rodriguez: Opportunity is Not a Lengthy Visitor
Currently starring as Cinderella in the Broadway revival of “Into The Woods”, Krysta Rodriguez is a talented actor, singer, and dancer with countless Broadway, TV and film credits.
Krysta Rodriguez (Broadway’s The Addams Family) on Expanding your Dreams
In this Artist Exploration, Charlie and Krysta discuss. The power of “No” in your career. Pilot season auditions in LA. Smash audition experience. Her resilience in fighting breast cancer. Playing Liza Minnelli in Halston. Expanding your dreams into other artistic pursuits.
#10 - Tamara Tunie, Ken Page, Dan Jinks, Rory O'Malley & Krysta Rodriguez
Join our wonderful guests for this week's episode, Tamara Tunie, Ken Page, Dan Jinks, Rory O'Malley & Krysta Rodriguez, as they compete head to head to determine who has the most knowledge of all things Broadway show tunes!
"Timon turned out to be my Father." Krysta Rodriguez (In the Heights, The Addams Family, A Chorus Line, "Smash") is a true Disneyland fan--she grew up with the Park in her backyard, and distinctly remembers feeling the magic radiating from the parking lot as a kid.
#419 - The Original Interview (feat. Krysta Rodriguez)
We’re revisiting our 2015 interview with Krysta Rodriguez. In 2006, Krysta performed in the ensemble of the original Broadway production of Spring Awakening, understudying four principal roles. 9 years later, she took on Ilse, one of the roles she previously understudied, in the show’s Broadway revival.
Episode 50: Krysta Rodriguez gets Broadwaysted!
We're LIVE from The Bell House in Brooklyn at NYC Podfest for our 50th episode! Play along as Krysta Rodriguez (Spring Awakening & Trial and Error) joins Bryan, Kimberly, and Kevin for whiskey, broadway talk, theatre games, bad puns, and gin!
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