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Nicolas King has been performing since age 4. He was seen first on Broadway in ‘Beauty & The Beast’, then in ‘A Thousand Clowns’ opposite Tom Selleck, and ‘Hollywood Arms’ directed by Hal Prince, all before age 12. Other credits include 8 consecutive annual performances on The Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, ‘The View’, ‘Today’ show, ‘Liza & David’, ‘Sally Jesse Raphael’ and twice on ‘The Tonight Show’ with Jay Leno.

Other career highlights include originating the role of “Oscar” on Discovery Kids’ “Kenny The Shark”, as well as over two dozen national Television commercials. His ‘Oscar Mayer Lunchables’ commercial went international, and won the Golden Marble Award in 1998.

Nicolas went on the road with his mentor Liza Minnelli to perform as her opening act from 2002-2012. The Mabel Mercer Foundation awarded Nicolas their coveted ‘Julie Wilson Award’ at the 2010 Cabaret Convention at Lincoln Center. He’s the recipient of the 1995 Talent America Award, 2012 BISTRO Award for Outstanding Performer of the Year, 2015 AMG Heritage Award for Artist of the Year, the winner of the 2019 Legends Award, as well as receiving a Grammy consideration for his latest album, “On Another Note” with jazz great Mike Renzi (available now on CDbaby, Apple iTunes and other music retailers.)

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Nicolas King STAGE CREDITS

[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Malcolm

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2001
Nick Burns


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Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" April 22 to April 28


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.

Seth Sikes and Nicolas King to Debut THE NEW BELTERS SING MGM at 54 Below


54 BELOW will present Seth Sikes and Nicolas King in The New Belters Sing MGM. Learn more about the concert and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Linda Purl Joins Forces With Diva Jazz Orchestra at Birdland


Birdland presented singer/actress Linda Purl on the historic stage on Monday, April 1, with Big Band Romance. Ms. Purl was accompanied by the DIVA Jazz Orchestra and musical director Tedd Firth, with special guest singer Nicolas King.

Broadway Baby Andrea McArdle to perform in Follies in Las Vegas


FOLLIES, Stephen Sondheim, and James Goldman’s legendary production will be brought to life in a spectacular performance featuring a 45-person cast, including 12 of Las Vegas’s original showgirls. The limited-run engagement will be a star-studded affair at Access Showroom at Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa, April 11-14.

Ava Paris Locknar to Present TALL GIRL SINGING at Birdland Theater


BIRDLAND THEATER will present rising actress and vocalist Ava Paris Locknar in “Tall Girl Singing' this month. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Linda Purl and the DIVA Jazz Orchestra: BIG BAND ROMANCE at Birdland


Linda Purl returned to Birdland Jazz Club last night on Monday, April 1 at 7 pm for an amazing show with the internationally acclaimed DIVA Jazz Orchestra. See highlights from the night by photographer Conor Weiss.

Review: Linda Purl and the DIVA Jazz Orchestra Hit the Right Notes at Birdland


This reviewer was thrilled with the compelling performance of Linda Purl and the DIVA Jazz Orchestra on April 1st at Birdland Jazz Club.

See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in April


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" April 1 to April 7, 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.

Photos: See highlights from this week's The Lineup with Susie Mosher (3/26)


Nearly every Tuesday night, Susie Mosher hosts a 'wild, anything-goes variety show' at Birdland Jazz Club, featuring some of the top NYC cabaret, Broadway and comedy performers. Reviewer Rob Lester called Mosher a 'vivacious volcano' of talent. See photos below from this week's edition, from Tuesday March 26th.

THE VOICE's Wendy Moten to Return to Birdland Jazz Club in April


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present return of Nashville vocalist Wendy Moten – best known for her 2021 run on NBC’s “The Voice”. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Danny Bacher Brings His Swing Party To Cafe Centro


Last night Danny Bacher, the award-winning singer, saxophonist, songwriter, and entertainer brought his “Swing Party” to Cafe Centro. Check out photos here!

Alice Ripley and John McDaniel to Perform at Birdland in April


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present Tony Award-winning singer and actress Alice Ripley and Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musical director and pianist John McDaniel in concert. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Linda Purl Teases BIG BAND ROMANCE at Birdland


Linda Purl has had a long, storied career, playing iconic roles on Happy Days, Matlock and The Office. On Monday April 1, she’s back at Birdland Jazz Club with a one-night only concert called BIG BAND ROMANCE. The show will pay tribute to the big band greats with hit songs including “Pick Yourself Up” and “Come Rain or Come Shine.”

Photos: Dawn Derow & Peter Calo Bring A Troubadour Tribute To Cafe Centro


For 90 minutes last night Cafe Centro Cabaret in West Palm Beach Florida was transformed into the world-famous Troubadour nightclub in West Hollywood California as award winning vocalist Dawn Derow and guitarist Peter Calo  performed a powerful new show. Check out photos here!

Linda Purl and Diva Jazz Orchestra Bring BIG BAND ROMANCE to Birdland in April


Birdland has announced that singer/actress Linda Purl, joined with internationally, acclaimed DIVA Jazz Orchestra, returns to its historic stage on Monday April 1 at 7pm.

Photos: Carole J. Bufford Plays Cafe Centro


Carole J. Bufford, award-winning cabaret star and powerhouse vocalist, returned to Cafe Centro last night with a tribute to the fearless, fabulous females of the 1960s. Check out photos here!

Review: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Open Mic at Birdland Means Much Mirth and Music for Mondays


Wondering what JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY at Birdland is like? It's the open mic montage of Broadway, cabaret, etc., etc., etc. etc. etc. etc. Every Monday at 9:30 at Birdland, variety is the spice of life, continuing a years-long tradition. Read all about it.

Review: Nicolas King Celebrates WINTER IN NEW YORK (and more) at Chelsea Table + Stage


Springing into action for a winter-themed show at Chelsea Table + Stage, that ball of energy with a romantic crooning side is named Nicolas King. He loves New York, N.Y. (Start spreading the news.)

Nikki Crawford, Claybourne Elder & More to Star in FALLING FOR MAKE BELIEVE Developmental Readings


Amas Musical Theatre and the Amas Musical Theatre Lab, will present developmental lab readings of Falling For Make Believe: The Life and Songs of Lorenz Hart, with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Lorenz Hart.

Nicolas King FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Nicolas King been in?

Nicolas King has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Nicolas King been in?

Nicolas King has not appeared in the West End.

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