Kristin Chenoweth
Photos: 2026 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet (Jun 7, 2026)
Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and More Set for the 79th Annual Tony Awards (Jun 4, 2026)
Ali Stroker and Damon Daunno Join LIZA! AT 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance (Jun 4, 2026)
BIO
Kristin Chenoweth is an Emmy- and Tony Award–winning actress, singer, and NYT bestselling author. She’s a member of the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame and has released seven studio albums to date. She received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the GLAAD Vanguard Award, and she was honored by the Recording Academy with its Philanthropist Award. The Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center in Oklahoma named its theater the Kristin Chenoweth Theatre. Chenoweth’s extensive Broadway experience includes roles in Scapin; Steel Pier (Theatre World Award); Epic Proportions; You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards); Wicked (Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations); The Apple Tree (Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle nominations); On the Twentieth Century (Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle Awards; Tony nomination), Promises, Promises; Kristin Chenoweth: My Love Letter to Broadway; Kristin Chenoweth: For the Girls. She has starred in the films Annie, Bewitched, RV, Four Christmases, Descendants, Holidate, Deck the Halls, and Our Little Secret. Television roles include NBC’s “Stumble”; “Schmigadoon!”; “The West Wing”; “Glee” (Emmy nomination); “Pushing Daisies” (Emmy Award); “The Music Man”; “The Muppets”; “American Gods”; and “Trial & Error.” Chenoweth dedicates her performance to all the young artists and students from the Kristin Chenoweth Broadway Boot Camp. She’s ecstatic to be reuniting with Stephen Schwartz 20 years after Wicked!
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Movies
[ 2002 ] Patty
[ 2005 ] Maria Kelly
[ 2006 ] Book Channel Host
[ 2006 ] Cherie
[ 2006 ] Fern Stewart
[ 2006 ] Mary Jo Gornicke
[ 2006 ] Tia Hall
[ 2008 ] Courtney
[ 2008 ] Kilowatt
[ 2009 ] Linda Salerno
[ 2010 ] Georgia
[ 2012 ] Debby Kreeger
[ 2013 ] Samantha Smith-Dungy
[ 2014 ] Gabi
[ 2014 ] Mrs. Kemp
[ 2015 ] Fifi
[ 2015 ] Sugar Plum Fairy
[ 2015 ] Vicky Lansing
[ 2016 ] Lorna Buchanan
[ 2017 ] Abby
[ 2017 ] Janet Krauss
[ 2017 ] Princess Skystar
[ 2020 ] Aunt Susan
[ 2020 ] Daisy, Mary
[ 2021 ] Bailey Lazor
[ 2022 ] Kristin Chenoweth
[ 2024 ] Mimi
[ 2024 ] Erica
[ 2024 ] Wiz-O-Mania Super Star
[ 2025 ] Tammy Istiny
TV Shows
Venus
Kristin Yancey
Portia Sanders
Crystal Carter
Marian Paroo
Museum Guide
[ 2004-2006 ] Annabeth Schott
Mrs. Noodle, Ms. Noodle
[ 2003-2006 ] Ms. Noodle
Diane
E.J. Baxter
Miracle Grohe, Little Miracle
[ 2007-2009 ] Olive Snook
Skippy Pylon
Carlene Cockburn
Courtney
Peggy Byrne
[ 2009-2014 ] April Rhodes
[ 2013-2014 ] Brittany Gold
Devin
Maleficent
Velma Von Tussle
Easter
Jessica
Josephine
Marylynne Keller
Lavinia Peck-Foster
Miranda
Katherine
[ 2021-2023 ] Mildred Layton
Awards and Nominations
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Kristin Chenoweth, On the Twentieth Century
Kristin Chenoweth, On the Twentieth Century
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Kristin Chenoweth, On the Twentieth Century
Kristin Chenoweth, On the Twentieth Century
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Kristin Chenoweth, Promises, Promises
Kristin Chenoweth, The Apple Tree
Kristin Chenoweth, The Apple Tree
Kristin Chenoweth , Wicked
Kristin Chenoweth, Wicked
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Kristin Chenoweth, Wicked
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Kristin Chenoweth , You're a Good Man
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Kristin Chenoweth, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
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Kristin Chenoweth, Steel Pier
Videos
Video: Impressionist Recreates Iconic RAGTIME Lyric With Broadway Stars
by Michael Major - 2026-05-18 14:45:07
Video: Watch Matthew Morrison Dance with His Daughter in JUST IN TIME on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - 2026-04-05 19:08:24
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reflects on THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Early Closing: 'We Got So Close'
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-13 11:29:07
Video: Watch Kristin Chenoweth Perform 'This Is Not The Way' From THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-02 10:05:15
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Reflects on Playing Jackie Siegel in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-20 11:00:39
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Sings 'This Time Next Year' in THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Michael Major - 2025-11-17 14:59:48
Video: THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Inspiration Jackie Siegel Gets Personal
by Robert Bannon - 2025-11-17 11:27:42
Video: Stephen Schwartz Opens Up About Nearly Leaving Broadway on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-17 11:28:40
Video: Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth Reunite With WICKED Movie Stars for 'For Good' Quartet
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-07 11:03:18
Videos: Sherie Rene Scott Prepares For QUEEN OF VERSAILLES With Ryah Nixon & Kristin Chenoweth
by Michael Major - 2025-10-29 12:35:25
Video: Kristin Chenoweth, Lea Michele, & Nichelle Lewis Discuss Broadway Careers for ELLE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-20 16:07:30
Video: Kristin Chenoweth, Darren Criss & More in FINDING YOUR ROOTS Season 12 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-08 14:27:28
Video: Kristin Chenoweth Dances With Jonathan Groff at JUST IN TIME
by Michael Major - 2025-08-20 11:40:29
Video: Nicole Scherzinger & SUNSET BLVD Cast Perform 'Buttons' at Closing Night Party
by Michael Major - 2025-07-21 15:06:24
News
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2026
The stars are aligning at Rockefeller Center! That's where the best of Broadway comes together today to walk the red carpet ahead of the 79th Annual Tony Awards- the biggest celebration in the American theatre. BroadwayWorld of course will be on hand at Radio City Music Hall all night to keep you up to speed on what's going on onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Tony nominee Damon Daunno (Oklahoma!) and Tony winner Ali Stroker (Oklahoma!) have joined the cast of Liza! at 80: A Celebration in Song and Dance, celebrating the legendary performer and her 80th birthday.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2026
Something's coming! The best of Broadway will take the stage Sunday night at Radio City Music Hall for the 79th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by P!nk. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Michael Quintos - Jun 4, 2026
It's a very rare treat—particularly all the way here in Orange County, California—to hear Broadway songs and the stories behind them performed directly by the legendary composer himself, even for just a one-night-only event. But that is exactly the gift bestowed upon a rapt audience recently when the Irvine Barclay Theatre presented DEFYING GRAVITY: AN EVENING WITH STEPHEN SCHWARTZ & FRIENDS to a sold-out crowd on the evening of May 23, 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
Transport Group announced Ali Stroker and Damon Daunno have joined the cast of LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE at Carnegie Hall, with Mo Rocca and Marc Shaiman set to host the one-night tribute.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics kicked off Pride Month by bestowing Prince Faggot and Ragtime top honors in the group’s fourth annual Dorian Theater Awards.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, the Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen's bestselling novel, will make its Wisconsin premiere at Overture Hall in Madison.
by Adela González Pérez - May 22, 2026
Analizamos el impacto de la mítica serie de televisión en las audiencias jóvenes a través de sus adaptaciones de clásicos como FUNNY GIRL, WICKED o RENT
by Michael Gioia - May 25, 2026
BroadwayWorld breaks down why some actors are choosing not to stage door at Broadway shows as safety concerns continue to rise.
by Michael Major - May 18, 2026
Watch a new video of Gabrielle Mariella's impressions of Lea Michele, Patti LuPone, Kristin Chenoweth, Jenn Colella, Audra McDonald, Idina Menzel, Bernadette Peters, Mickey Mouse, and Julie Andrews singing 'Sarah Come Down to Me' from 'New Music.'
by Michael Major - May 18, 2026
Beaches star Jessica Vosk has revealed that a 'superfan' made their way backstage and into her dressing room following a recent performance of the Broadway musical. Watch a video of her detailing the 'scary encounter' on Instagram.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2026
San Francisco Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative team for Hairspray, the eight-time Tony Award-winning musical featuring songs including “You Can’t Stop the Beat” and “Good Morning Baltimore.”
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics announced nominations for the 4th annual Dorian Theater Awards, with SCHMIGADOON! earning nine nods and THE LOST BOYS close behind with eight nominations.
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2026
We spoke with Regal's content lead, Brooks LeBoeuf, who shed a spotlight on the 'Musical Mayhem” series and how it helps to bridge the gap between the theater and the big screen.
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026
Transport Group has announced Jessica Vosk and Nicole Fosse as the latest additions to LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night tribute to Liza Minnelli at Carnegie Hall.
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2026
Grammy-nominated Sam Beam (Iron & Wine) and Broadway playwright Lindsey Ferrentino will appear at the Hermitage Artist Retreat's beachfront 'Script & Song' program, as the retreat also celebrates a Pulitzer Prize win for a Hermitage-born production.
by Michael Major - May 4, 2026
Joshua Henry is opening up about the difficult balance of fatherhood and being a Broadway performer. The Ragtime star opened up about the 'pain' he felt when one of his children was disappointed to find out he would miss their soccer game.
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026
Nominations for the 2026 Tony Awards were announced this morning, and while a select, talented few will spend the day celebrating their achievements, there are many who (while still great!), didn't get a nomination this year. Check out who else was eligible below and here's to their great work this theatre season!
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026
The 79th Annual Tony Awards nominations will be announced on Tuesday, May 5, by Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss. The announcement can be viewed LIVE (9am ET) in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld. Catch up on everything you need to know before the announcement!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Kristin Chenoweth has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.
Kristin Chenoweth has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On the Twentieth Century, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for On the Twentieth Century, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for On the Twentieth Century, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for On the Twentieth Century, Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Promises, Promises, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Apple Tree, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (tie) (Drama Desk Awards) for The Apple Tree, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wicked , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Wicked, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wicked, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for You're a Good Man, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Steel Pier.
Kristin Chenoweth has received several prestigious awards throughout her career, including: - Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On the Twentieth Century - Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for On the Twentieth Century - Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Promises, Promises - Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Wicked - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown - Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Steel Pier.
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