Kirsten Childs
Latest News on Kirsten Childs:
World Premiere Play & More Set for The Sankofa Collective Season 11 (Jan 13, 2025)
See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below (Jan 3, 2025)
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January (Dec 27, 2024)
World Premiere Play & More Set for The Sankofa Collective Season 11 (Jan 13, 2025)
See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below (Jan 3, 2025)
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January (Dec 27, 2024)
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Awards and Nominations
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Obie Awards - 2007 - Voice Judges
Kirsten Childs
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Obie Awards - 2001 - Music and Lyrics
Kirsten Childs, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
Kirsten Childs, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Lyrics
Kirsten Childs, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Music
Kirsten Childs, The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin
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- 1999 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist
Kirsten Childs
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Video: Elizabeth Stanley Sings 'Back To Before' from RAGTIME at 54 Below
by Joshua Wright - 05/09/2024
Video: First Look at the Cast of BOB FOSSE'S DANCIN' Performing 'Dancin' Man'
by Stephi Wild - 03/03/2023
VIDEO: First Look at The Acting Company's THE THREE MUSKETEERS and ROMEO AND JULIET in Repertory
by Blair Ingenthron - 11/05/2022
VIDEO: Watch Nikki M. James & Company Do the Skate in Highlights from Encores! BUBBLY BLACK GIRL...
by Nicole Rosky - 07/26/2017
TV: Nikki M. James & Company Give Sneak Peek of THE BUBBLY BLACK GIRL at Encores! Off-Center!
by Nicole Rosky - 07/19/2017
TV: Behind the Scenes with Premieres' GRACE and THE OTHER ROOM as Part of 'Inner Voices'
by BroadwayWorld TV - 10/07/2014
News
World Premiere Play & More Set for The Sankofa Collective Season 11
The Sankofa Collective has revealed the 2024-25 season, including exciting benefit concerts, a modern twist on classics and a world premiere play. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Sankofa Collective has revealed the 2024-25 season, including exciting benefit concerts, a modern twist on classics and a world premiere play. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Derek Klena and more.
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Derek Klena and more.
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January
In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
United Hospital Fund Releases Free Guide for Dramatists and on Finding Affordable Health Coverage
United Hospital Fund, with grant support from Venturous Theater Fund, has released Risky Business: A Guide for Dramatists (and Other Theater Workers) on Finding Affordable Health Coverage and Care,.
United Hospital Fund, with grant support from Venturous Theater Fund, has released Risky Business: A Guide for Dramatists (and Other Theater Workers) on Finding Affordable Health Coverage and Care,.
Photos: BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop Premieres New Works In NYC
The BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop presented top works during two seatings at this year’s fall showcase on Thursday, October 24 at The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater in New York City. See photos from the event.
The BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop presented top works during two seatings at this year’s fall showcase on Thursday, October 24 at The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater in New York City. See photos from the event.
Playwrights Horizons Renames Mainstage 'The Judith O. Rubin Theater' After Longtime Board Chair
Playwrights Horizons has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
Playwrights Horizons has renamed its Mainstage Theater the Judith O. Rubin Theater,.
National Alliance For Musical Theatre Announces Grant Recipients For 2023/2024
The cast for the upcoming production of THE LION KING at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco has been announced, featuring a mix of new and returning performers.
The cast for the upcoming production of THE LION KING at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco has been announced, featuring a mix of new and returning performers.
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl Join Dramatists Guild Council
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl have joined The Dramatists Guild Council, the leadership team of the Guild.
Jeanine Tesori and Bess Wohl have joined The Dramatists Guild Council, the leadership team of the Guild.
Review: THE BUBBLY BLACK GIRL SHEDS HER CHAMELEON SKIN at Creative Cauldron
Creative Cauldron stages a positively effervescent musical, THE BUBBLY BLACK GIRL SHEDS HER CHAMELEON SKIN, a coming-of-age story that ably balances light humorous moments with pointed questions of growing up a Black woman in the latter part of the 20th century.
Creative Cauldron stages a positively effervescent musical, THE BUBBLY BLACK GIRL SHEDS HER CHAMELEON SKIN, a coming-of-age story that ably balances light humorous moments with pointed questions of growing up a Black woman in the latter part of the 20th century.
Video: Elizabeth Stanley Sings 'Back To Before' from RAGTIME at 54 Below
Watch as Tony Award nominee Elizabeth Stanley sings 'Back to Before' from Ragtime at 54 Below. In celebration of Women’s History Month, acclaimed women musical theatre writers who are Council members of the Dramatists Guild of America gathered at 54 Below to share stories and introduce some of the songs they’ve written from Broadway and beyond.
Watch as Tony Award nominee Elizabeth Stanley sings 'Back to Before' from Ragtime at 54 Below. In celebration of Women’s History Month, acclaimed women musical theatre writers who are Council members of the Dramatists Guild of America gathered at 54 Below to share stories and introduce some of the songs they’ve written from Broadway and beyond.
Creative Cauldron Closes 2023-24 Season With THE BUBBLY BLACK GIRL SHEDS HER CHAMELEON SKIN
In May, Creative Cauldron will present The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin. A show about a girl who is stuck between two worlds within her own identity, as she strives to make a name for herself in the bright lights of Broadway.
In May, Creative Cauldron will present The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin. A show about a girl who is stuck between two worlds within her own identity, as she strives to make a name for herself in the bright lights of Broadway.
Dallas Theater Center's Resident Playwright Jonathan Norton Named Interim Artistic Director
Playwright Jonathan Norton steps into the role of Interim Artistic Director at Dallas Theater Center, bringing his unique vision and experience to the renowned institution.
Playwright Jonathan Norton steps into the role of Interim Artistic Director at Dallas Theater Center, bringing his unique vision and experience to the renowned institution.
Listen: Playwrights Horizons Presents YOU CAN'T HIDE FROM YOURSELF as Part of Soundstage Podcast
Playwrights Horizons will present Erin Courtney’s You Can’t Hide from Yourself, directed by Kate Bergstrom—the latest episode of Soundstage. Listen now!
Playwrights Horizons will present Erin Courtney’s You Can’t Hide from Yourself, directed by Kate Bergstrom—the latest episode of Soundstage. Listen now!
Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Lynn Ahrens and More Will Celebrate Women's History Month at 54 Below
54 BELOW will present Songs From Women At The Table on March 4, 2024 at 7:00 and 9:30pm. The 7:00pm performance will also be livestreamed.
54 BELOW will present Songs From Women At The Table on March 4, 2024 at 7:00 and 9:30pm. The 7:00pm performance will also be livestreamed.
National Alliance for Musical Theatre Reveals 2023/2024 Writers Residency Grant Recipients
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the NAMT Member Theatre and Writer Recipients for the 2023/2024 Writers Residency Grants, part of the Frank Young Fund for New Musicals. Learn more about the recipients here!
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the NAMT Member Theatre and Writer Recipients for the 2023/2024 Writers Residency Grants, part of the Frank Young Fund for New Musicals. Learn more about the recipients here!
Submissions Now Open For Red Bull Theater's Short New Play Festival 2024
Submissions are now open for Red Bull Theater's Short New Play Festival 2024. Participate in this exciting opportunity to showcase your talent!
Submissions are now open for Red Bull Theater's Short New Play Festival 2024. Participate in this exciting opportunity to showcase your talent!
Playwrights Horizons Managing Director Leslie Marcus to Step Down at the End of 2023-24 Season
Leslie Marcus, who has served as Playwrights Horizons' Managing Director for three decades, is stepping down from the position in the summer of 2024, at the conclusion of the 2023-24 season.
Leslie Marcus, who has served as Playwrights Horizons' Managing Director for three decades, is stepping down from the position in the summer of 2024, at the conclusion of the 2023-24 season.
Huey Lewis Musical THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Will Arrive on Broadway in 2024
As BroadwayWorld first reported in September, The Heart of Rock and Roll is coming to Broadway! Producers Hunter Arnold, Tyler Mitchell and Kayla Greenspan announced that the new musical inspired by the iconic songs of Huey Lewis and The News, will open on Broadway at The James Earl Jones Theatre.
As BroadwayWorld first reported in September, The Heart of Rock and Roll is coming to Broadway! Producers Hunter Arnold, Tyler Mitchell and Kayla Greenspan announced that the new musical inspired by the iconic songs of Huey Lewis and The News, will open on Broadway at The James Earl Jones Theatre.
National Alliance for Musical Theatre Reveals Grant Recipients for 2023/2024
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the 12 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Frank Young Fund for New Musicals Project Development & Production Grants and the 10 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Impact & Exploration Fund.
The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the 12 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Frank Young Fund for New Musicals Project Development & Production Grants and the 10 Award Recipients for the 2023/2024 Impact & Exploration Fund.
Darius de Haas Will Lead BILLY STRAYHORN: SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR at Pittsburgh Public Theater
Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the full cast and creative team of its upcoming world premiere musical Billy Strayhorn: Something to Live For, starring Darius de Haas as legendary jazz composer Billy Strayhorn.
Pittsburgh Public Theater has announced the full cast and creative team of its upcoming world premiere musical Billy Strayhorn: Something to Live For, starring Darius de Haas as legendary jazz composer Billy Strayhorn.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Kirsten Childs been in?
Kirsten Childs has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Kirsten Childs been in?
Kirsten Childs has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Kirsten Childs been nominated for?
Voice Judges (Obie Awards), Music and Lyrics (Obie Awards) for The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin and Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for .
What awards has Kirsten Childs won?
Kirsten Childs has won several prestigious awards, including the Voice Judges and Music and Lyrics Obie Awards for The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin. She also received the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, and Outstanding Music, all for The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin. Additionally, she was recognized as the Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist.
How many shows has Kirsten Childs written?
Kirsten Childs has written 7 shows including The Bubbly Black Girl Sheds Her Chameleon Skin (Bookwriter), Miracle Brothers (Bookwriter/Composer/Lyricist), Miracle Brothers (Bookwriter), If You Give A Mouse A Cookie & Other Story Books (Adaptation), Doris to Darlene A Cautionary Valentine (Songs), Bella: An American Tall Tale (Book, Music, and Lyrics), Fly (Lyricist).
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