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BIO

Lorna Courtney was raised in Jamaica, Queens, NY and attended LaGuardia High School for Vocal Performance. Her first professional job was in the gospel musical Mama I Want To Sing where she toured for 2 months in Japan at the age of 15. She performed with her gospel choir, Gospel For Teens on the Today Show and behind Chance The Rapper on the Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. After graduating a year early from the University of Michigan for musical theatre, Lorna performed as a stand-by for "Alana" and "Zoe" in the Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen and most recently played "Rosalia" and understudied "Maria" in the 2020 Broadway revival of West Side Story.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Juliet

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2020
Shark Girl

Maria (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Alana Beck (Understudy) [Replacement]

Zoe Murphy (Understudy) [Replacement]



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Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2023 - Best Lead Performer in a Musical

Lorna Courtney, & Juliet

Drama League Awards - 2023 - Distinguished Performance Award

Lorna Courtney, & Juliet

Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Lorna Courtney, & Juliet

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News


Lorna Courtney, Christopher Jackson, Ciara Renee & More to Perform in NEXT at Joe's Pub

For one night only, co-composers Andrea Daly and Dominic Fallacaro present a World Premiere sneak preview of their new musical, NEXT, featuring Lorna Courtney and more. Learn more about the premiere and see how to purchase tickets.
EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL to Play Final Performance at McCarter Theatre Center This Weekend

McCarter Theatre Center’s world premiere production of Empire Records will play its final performance this Sunday October 6 at The Berlind Theatre. Learn more about the new musical!
Enter for a Chance to Meet Josh Groban and Win Tickets to His FIND YOUR LIGHT Benefit Concert

BroadwayWorld has just learned that the event has has launched a raffle for a grand prize of: two tickets to the exclusive Benefit Concert, meet Josh and take a photo with him, airfare for a trip to NYC and two nights at the Civilian Hotel in Times Square. And the “flash prize' is a personalized video from Josh plus a signed show poster.  Find out how you can enter here!
Video: Dylan Mulvaney Revisits THE BOOK OF MORMON in Miscast Throwback

MCC Theater has released a MISCAST throwback, featuring Dylan Mulvaney performing 'Man Up' from The Book of Mormon at MISCAST23. Watch below! 
Guest Review: EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL at McCarter Theatre-Electrifying

On Sunday, September 15, the Berlind Theatre at McCarter Theatre Center saw a packed house for 'Empire Records: The Musical,' an adaptation of the eponymous cult classic film.
Exclusive: EMPIRE RECORDS Is Hitting High Notes at the McCarter

Empire Records is raising the volume in Princeton, New Jersey! An all-star cast has come together for the debut of the new musical, based on the 1995 film, at the McCarter Theatre Center- just a short train ride from New York City. In this video, watch exclusive highlights from the show and behind the scenes interviews from the cast and creative team. 
Laura Benanti and Miranda Ferriss Jones Will Host Two Events in Support of Kamala Harris

 Tony Award-winner Laura Benanti and theater maker Miranda Ferriss Jones have joined forces to present two exclusive concert fundraisers in support of Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign this month.
Renee Fleming, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and More Will Join Josh Groban For FIND YOUR LIGHT Benefit Concert

Stars of music and theatre will take the stage alongside Josh Groban for The Find Your Light Foundation's annual Find Your Light Benefit Concert for Arts Education. The concert will take place on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 in the famous Appel Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Photos: EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Starring Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More

Friday September 13 marks the opening night of the world premiere engagement of Empire Records: The Musical. See photos!
EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL Begins Performances at McCarter Tonight

Performances for the world premiere engagement of Empire Records: The Musical begin tonight. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
Jelani Remy to Host NEXTGEN SPOTLIGHT Benefiting BC/EFA

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ NextGen Advocates will present NextGen Spotlight, a benefit concert featuring the future of Broadway. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Zoe Sarnak Talks EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL

Composer Zoe Sarnak discusses her score for Empire Records: The Musical in the video here!
Jorden Amir Brings WHAT IF? Part 5 to 54 Below

Join in for an exciting evening of What If’s as your favorite characters sing musical theater songs that normally have no relation to them, all while interacting with characters that they usually never get the chance to speak to.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 in August

AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 in August, featuring Broadway's rising stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Talent Manager Jen Namoff Joins Forces with Artists First

Artists First has welcomed Jen Namoff, the esteemed talent manager and Tony Award-winning producer, to its New York office.
Review: An Enjoyable PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK Was Had At Joe's Pub

On Thursday evening, July 25, Greta Gertler Gold and Hilary Bell showcased musical numbers and the synopsis from their 29-hour reading for an enthusiastic crowd at Joe’s Pub.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 26, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 26, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Lorna Courtney, Damon Daunno & More to Star in EMPIRE RECORDS: THE MUSICAL

McCarter Theatre Center has revealed the cast for the world premiere of Empire Records: The Musical based on the beloved 1990s cult-classic film. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Katrina Lenk, Lorna Courtney Will Perform Songs From PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK at Joe's Pub

Katrina Lenk, Lorna Courtney, Taylor Trensch, and more will perform songs from the new musical Picnic at Hanging Rock at Joe's Pub on Thursday, July 25.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lorna Courtney been in?

Lorna Courtney has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Lorna Courtney been in?

Lorna Courtney has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lorna Courtney been nominated for?

Best Lead Performer in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for & Juliet, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for & Juliet and Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for & Juliet.

What awards has Lorna Courtney won?

Lorna Courtney won the award for Best Lead Performer in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for her performance in & Juliet.

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