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BIO

KATIE BRAYBEN is a two-time Olivier Award Winner for Best Actress in A Musical for Tammy Faye (2023) and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (2015). Her theatre credits include Tammy Faye (Almeida Theatre); Nine Lessons and Carols: stories for a long winter (Almeida Theatre); Girl From The North Country (West End/Royal Alexandra Theatre, Toronto); A Walk On The Moon (American Conservatory Theater, San Francisco); Honour (The Park Theatre); My Mother Said I Never Should (St. James’s Theatre); The Spoils (Trafalgar Studios); Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (West End); King Charles III (Almeida Theatre & West End); American Psycho (Almeida Theatre); A Midsummer Night’s Dream; Ragtime (Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre); Joking Apart (Nottingham Playhouse/ Salisbury Playhouse); 13 (National Theatre); Company (Southwark Playhouse); John and Jen (Landor Theatre); The Great British Country Fete (Bush Theatre); Mamma Mia! (West End). Film: A Serial Killer’s Guide to Life. Television credits include “Mandrake” (ITV), “Queen Charlotte - A Bridgerton Story” (Netflix); “Cell 8” (Fremantle); “Miss Scarlet and The Duke” (Alibi); “War of the Worlds” (Canal+); “The Wheel Of Time” (Amazon); “Grace” (ITV); “Luther” (BBC); “The Alienist” (Paramount); “Doctor Who” (BBC); “King Charles III” (BBC); and “Vera” (ITV).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Tammy Faye Bakker

[West End]
Almeida Theatre UK Premiere, 2020
Performer

[West End]
West End Return Engagement, 2019
Elizabeth Laine

[West End]
Original West End Production, 2016
Sarah

[West End]
Open Air Production, 2012
Evelyn Nesbit

[West End]
Royal National Theatre Production, 2011
Performer


Awards and Nominations

Evening Standard Awards - 2015 - Best Musical Performance

Katie BraybenBeautiful: The Carole King Musical


winner
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Actress in a Musical

Katie BraybenBeautiful: The Carole King Musical

News


Tony Awards Administration Committee Rules on Eligibility For SUNSET BOULEVARD, GYPSY, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

The Tony Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of 11 Broadway productions for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the deciisions made for Sunset Blvd.; A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical; Maybe Happy Ending; Tammy Faye; Elf; Swept Away; Death Becomes Her; Cult of Love; Eureka Day; Gypsy; and All In.
Elton John Says Politics May Have Contributed to TAMMY FAYE's Closing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2024

Sir Elton John opened up about his show Tammy Faye, which played its final Broadway performance on December 8, stating that politics may have contributed to the show's closing. Learn more.
2 Broadway Shows Close Today
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 8, 2024

Broadway says goodbye to two productions. Water for Elephants takes its final bow at the Imperial Theatre following 25 previews and 301 regular performances; and Tammy Faye will conclude its run at the Palace Theatre following 24 previews and 29 regular performances.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 28, 2024
by - Nov 28, 2024

Happy Thanksgiving, BroadwayWorld! It is November 28, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch Katie Brayben Perform 'In My Prime Time' in TAMMY FAYE
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2024

Watch a video of Katie Brayben performing 'In My Prime Time' in Tammy Faye on Broadway. The song was written by Elton John and Jake Shears. After 29 performances, the musical will close early next month.
TAMMY FAYE To Play Final Broadway Performance in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024

Elton John's new musical TAMMY FAYE will play its final Broadway performance in December. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets before it plays its final show.
Video: TAMMY FAYE Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Joey Mervis - Nov 18, 2024

The cast of the new musical Tammy Faye celebrated its opening night last week at the Palace Theater and BroadwayWorld was there! Watch what went down in this video.
Broadway Buying Guide: November 18, 2024- MAYBE HAPPY ENDING Arrives on Broadway
by Team BWW - Nov 18, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 18, 2024.
Photos: Elton John Joins the Cast of TAMMY FAYE For Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 15, 2024

Tammy Faye officially opened on Broadway! The cast was joined on stage during curtain call by Elton John, who wrote music for the production. Check out photos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 15, 2024
by - Nov 15, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review Roundup: TAMMY FAYE Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024

The story of famed evangelist Tammy Faye Bakker comes to life in a new Broadway musical starring Katie Brayben, Christian Borle, and Michael Cerveris! The critics stopped by the newly renovated Palace Theatre to hear the gospel of Tammy! Read all of the reviews!
Video: Katie Brayben and Christian Borle Perform 'If Only Love' from TAMMY FAYE
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2024

Tammy Faye stars Katie Brayben and Christian Borle stopped by Good Morning America on Thursday to perform a number from the show. Before taking the stage to sing 'If Only Love,' the Broadway stars discussed the show with the hosts. Watch the interview and performance now!
Video: TAMMY FAYE Cast Performs 'Light of the World' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2024

The cast of Tammy Faye visited Good Morning America on Wednesday! For their very first TV performance, the cast performed the Act 1 number 'Light of the World.' Watch the performance now!
TAMMY FAYE Cast to Perform on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 8, 2024

Tune into Good Morning America on Wednesday, November 13 for a special performance from the Broadway cast of Tammy Faye! The new musical is currently running on Broadway at the Palace Theatre with Katie Brayben, Christian Borle, and Michael Cerveris.
Character Breakdown: TAMMY FAYE Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Joey Mervis - Nov 6, 2024

Tammy Faye has taken the stage at the Palace Theatre! The new musical is now in Broadway previews and is set to open on Thursday, November 14. In this video, watch as the cast unpacks their roles and find out even more about the new musical here!
Photos: TAMMY FAYE First Look
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2024

The new musical Tammy Faye is now in previews at the Palace Theatre on Broadway! Check first photos of stars Katie Brayben as Tammy Faye Bakker, Christian Borle as Jim Bakker, and Michael Cerveris as Jerry Falwell.
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Fall 2024 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Oct 26, 2024

A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 7 are already films that you can watch from home.
Video: Elton John and Jake Shears Discuss Tammy Faye's Meaningful Legacy
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2024

Elton John and Jake Shears stopped by Good Morning America on Friday to discuss their latest project, Tammy Faye, based on the life and career of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker. Watch the interview now!
Photos: TAMMY FAYE Cast Takes First Bows On Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 20, 2024

See photos from the first curtain call of Tammy Faye on Broadway! The production is now running at the Palace Theatre.
Meet the Cast of TAMMY FAYE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2024

The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Katie Brayben been in?

Katie Brayben has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Katie Brayben been in?

Katie Brayben has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.

What was Katie Brayben's first West End show?

Katie Brayben's first West End show was 13 which opened in 2011

What awards has Katie Brayben been nominated for?

Best Musical Performance (Evening Standard Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.

What awards has Katie Brayben won?

Katie Brayben won the Best Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for her performance in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.

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