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BIO

Broadway: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Carole King, first national tour), Bye Bye Birdie. Off-Broadway: A Letter to Harvey Milk (Lucille Lortel nomination). Select New York/Regional: Nora in Brighton Beach Memoirs (Portland Stage Co.), Ingrid in Volleygirls (NY Musical Festival: Best of Fest). Film: Miles.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Audible Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Performer

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2018
Janice & Others [Replacement]

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
The Muny Revival, 2018
Louise

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere at Theatre Row, 2018
Performer

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2015
Carole King [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2009
Fan Club Girl

Teenager

Ursula Merkel (Understudy)

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2009]
Dance Captain

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical

Julia Knitel, Dead Outlaw

The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical

Julia Knitel, A Letter to Harvey Milk

News


See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in December

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McCardle and more.
STAGE TIME: AFTER DARK to Begin Weekly Residency at The Slipper Room

STAGE TIME: AFTER DARK will begin a weekly residency at The Slipper Room, showcasing Broadway, drag, comedy, and more. Featuring guests like Tamika Lawrence and Jelani Remy. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ryan Vona, Anne L. Nathan & More Join BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Asolo Rep

Asolo Repertory Theatre has revealed the complete cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical starring Julia Knitel as Carole King. See who else is starring and learn more about the production.
Julia Knitel Will Lead BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Asolo Repertory Theatre With Shelley Butler Directing

Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced initial casting to the 2024 – 2025 season, which begins November 13 with Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Broadway actress and Beautiful veteran, Julia Knitel will lead the cast as Carole King.
Stage Time With PJ Adzima Resumes Residency at The Slipper Room

Stage Time with PJ Adzima presents the best of Broadway, drag, stand-up, and burlesque- all in one place. In the style of classic vaudeville, PJ Adzima (The Book of Mormon) brings together the greatest performers in New York City for a one-of-a-kind evening of unforgettable entertainment.
Photos: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Cape Playhouse

The Cape Playhouse will continue its 98th summer season with the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, directed and choreographed by David Ruttura and Joyce Chittick. See photos from the production.
Will DEAD OUTLAW Open on Broadway in 2025?

It's already one of the most-awarded shows of 2024, but will Dead Outlaw rise from the dead in 2025? According to composer David Yazbek, plans are already underway.
Interview: Sam Gravitte Talks SONGS THAT RAISED ME at Post Office Cafe and Cabaret and BEAUTIFUL at Cape Playhouse

Singer, actor, and writer Sam Gravitte will not only be making his performance debut in Provincetown when he appears in John McDaniel’s Broadway Series, at the Post Office Café and Cabaret on July 6, it will be his first visit to the town.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Join Summer Season at The Cape Playhouse

The Cape Playhouse will continue its 98th summer season with the Tony-nominated musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET directed by Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster, and the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, directed and choreographed by David Ruttura and Joyce Chittick.
Photos: Inside 2024 New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards

The New York Drama Critics' Circle named David Adjmi’s Stereophonic best play of the 2023-24 season. The award for best musical went to Dead Outlaw, music and lyrics by David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, book by Itamar Moses. Check out photos from inside the ceremony!
STEREOPHONIC, SUFFS & More Win Outer Critics Circle Awards

The Outer Critics Circle, the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, announced the winners of the 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards. Check out the Full List of winners here!
Erich Bergen, Heidi Blickenstaff, and More Will Lead Industry Reading of New Musical SWITCHED

There will be a private industry presentation of the new musical SWITCHED on Friday, May 3, 2024, led by Erich Bergen, Heidi Blickenstaff, Beth Malone, and more!
2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards- Full List of Nominees

Read the full list of 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations! Leading the nominations are Stereophonic and Dead Outlaw.
Broadway Belts for PFF! 2024 Raises Record $516,000 for Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation

This year’s Broadway Belts for PFF!, held on March 18 at SONY Hall in New York City, shattered fundraising records with $516,00 in donations and continuing to climb.
Video: First Look At Audible Theatre's DEAD OUTLAW

Check out video highlights from Audible Theater’s world premiere musical Dead Outlaw!
Audible Theater's DEAD OUTLAW Extends Through April 14

Audible Inc. has announced a one-week extension for the Off-Broadway world-premiere musical Dead Outlaw at Minetta Lane Theatre.
Photos: New David Yazbeck Musical DEAD OUTLAW Opens At Audible Theatre

Go inside opening night of Audible Theater’s world premiere musical Dead Outlaw! In attendance for the evening's festivities were Micaela Diamond, Lilli Cooper, Michael Greif, Danny Burstein, and more! Check out the photos from the event!
Review Roundup: DEAD OUTLAW at the Audible Theater; What Did the Critics Think?

Audible Theater’s world premiere production of Dead Outlaw officially opened last night, March 10. The reviews are rolling in. Find out what the critics think of Dead Outlaw below!
Photos: First Look at Audible Theater's DEAD OUTLAW

All new photos have been released for Audible Theater’s world premiere production of Dead Outlaw! Check out the photos here!
Photos: Meet the Cast of Audible Theater's DEAD OUTLAW

Audible Theater will soon present the world premiere of Dead Outlaw, with music & lyrics by Tony Award winner David Yazbek. The company just met the press and you can check out photos from the big day here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Julia Knitel been in?

Julia Knitel has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Julia Knitel been in?

Julia Knitel has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Julia Knitel been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dead Outlaw and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (The Lortels) for A Letter to Harvey Milk.

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