McKenzie Kurtz
Latest News on McKenzie Kurtz:
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center (Nov 18, 2024)
Past Glindas Attend WICKED Screening With Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo & More (Oct 29, 2024)
McKenzie Kurtz, Nadia Quinn & More Join Natalie Ortega For FUNNY GIRLS (Oct 3, 2024)
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center (Nov 18, 2024)
Past Glindas Attend WICKED Screening With Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo & More (Oct 29, 2024)
McKenzie Kurtz, Nadia Quinn & More Join Natalie Ortega For FUNNY GIRLS (Oct 3, 2024)
BIO
McKenzie Kurtz (Cassandra) recently starred as Glinda in the Broadway production of Wicked. She made her Broadway debut in Frozen and also appeared in the 1st National Tour. She can be seen as a guest star on Disney+’s “She/Hulk” as well as in NBC Live’s production of Annie in the fan-favorite role of Star to Be. Previous theatre credits include Trading Places (The Alliance), Footloose (The Muny) and Female Troubles (Williamstown). She is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Music, Theater & Dance.
Photos
(Back Row L-R) Tamika Lawrence, Zoe Jensen, Josh Breckenridge, John Dossett, Corey Cott, McKenzie Kurtz, Huey Lewis, Billy Harrington Tighe and Orville Mendoza (Bottom Row L-R) Raymond J. Lee, John Michael Lyles and F. Michael Haynie
Date:
03/05/2024
From: Photos: The Cast and Creatives of THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Meet the Press
Director Gordon Greenberg, Composer Huey Lewis, Choreographer Lorin Latarro, Tamika Lawrence, Zoe Jensen, Josh Breckenridge, John Dossett, Corey Cott, McKenzie Kurtz, Huey Lewis, Billy Harrington Tighe, Orville Mendoza, Raymond J. Lee, John Michael Lyles, Tommy Bracco, F. Michael Haynie with the cast & creative team
Date:
03/05/2024
From: Photos: The Cast and Creatives of THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Meet the Press
(Back Row L-R) Tamika Lawrence, Zoe Jensen, Josh Breckenridge, John Dossett, Corey Cott, McKenzie Kurtz, Huey Lewis, Billy Harrington Tighe and Orville Mendoza (Bottom Row L-R) Raymond J. Lee, John Michael Lyles and F. Michael Haynie
Date:
03/05/2024
From: Photos: The Cast and Creatives of THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL Meet the Press
STAGE CREDITS
Videos
Video: Watch McKenzie Kurtz Perform 'It Hit Me Like a Hammer' From THE HEART OF ROCK & ROLL
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024
Video: Watch Corey Cott & More in THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Music Video
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 23, 2024
Video: Watch WICKED's Alyssa Fox Perform 'The Wizard and I' at the Empire State Building
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 12, 2023
Video: The Current Cast of WICKED Lights Up the Green Carpet for the 20th Anniversary Celebration
by Red Carpet - Nov 2, 2023
Video: Watch WICKED Stars Alyssa Fox & McKenzie Kurtz Perform 'For Good' on GMA3
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2023
Video: Watch WICKED Perform 'One Short Day' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Ahead of 20th Anniversary
by Michael Major - Oct 27, 2023
VIDEO: Watch Past and Present Glindas Perform 'Popular' for WICKED 20th Anniversary
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 22, 2023
Video: Watch WICKED's NPR Tiny Desk Concert With Alyssa Fox and McKenzie Kurtz
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2023
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Set Of Alliance Theatre's TRADING PLACES
by Alan Henry - May 20, 2022
TV: Chill Out with the New Stars of FROZEN- Ciara Renee, McKenzie Kurtz & Ryan McCartan!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Mar 7, 2020
TV: Meet the New Stars of FROZEN on Broadway- McKenzie Kurtz, Ciara Renee & Ryan McCartan!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2020
VIDEO: See FROZEN's McKenzie Kurtz and Ciara Renee Perform the Television Debut of 'I Can't Lose You'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 21, 2020
News
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center
The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
Past Glindas Attend WICKED Screening With Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo & More
It was a magical affair for Broadway royalty during a private screening of the soon-to-be-released Wicked movie. Cast, crew, and Wicked stars of the stage gathered to watch the film ahead of its November 22 release.
It was a magical affair for Broadway royalty during a private screening of the soon-to-be-released Wicked movie. Cast, crew, and Wicked stars of the stage gathered to watch the film ahead of its November 22 release.
McKenzie Kurtz, Nadia Quinn & More Join Natalie Ortega For FUNNY GIRLS
The show will feature performances by McKenzie Kurtz (Heart of Rock n Roll, B’way; Frozen, B’way), Rose Kelso (The Tonight Show; Comedy Central), Taylor Ortega (Jackpot!; Welcome to Flatch ), Hayley Orrantia (The Goldbergs; Masked Singer), Kristina Doucette (Sunset Blvd, B’way; Wicked, B’way), Nadia Quinn (West Side Story), and more.
The show will feature performances by McKenzie Kurtz (Heart of Rock n Roll, B’way; Frozen, B’way), Rose Kelso (The Tonight Show; Comedy Central), Taylor Ortega (Jackpot!; Welcome to Flatch ), Hayley Orrantia (The Goldbergs; Masked Singer), Kristina Doucette (Sunset Blvd, B’way; Wicked, B’way), Nadia Quinn (West Side Story), and more.
Video: Corey Cott Pays Tribute To THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL In Farewell Post
The Heart of Rock and Roll has played its final performance on Broadway. Today, one of the show's stars, Corey Cott, celebrated his run in the show with a post paying tribute to his time in the cast, along with a video of Corey belting out, 'The Only One' for the final time on Broadway. Check out the video!
The Heart of Rock and Roll has played its final performance on Broadway. Today, one of the show's stars, Corey Cott, celebrated his run in the show with a post paying tribute to his time in the cast, along with a video of Corey belting out, 'The Only One' for the final time on Broadway. Check out the video!
Photos: Carson Kressley and Douglas Carter Beane Visit THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
Carson Kressley and Douglas Carter Beane visited the James Earl Jones Theatre to catch one of the final performances of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL. Check out photos here!
Carson Kressley and Douglas Carter Beane visited the James Earl Jones Theatre to catch one of the final performances of THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL. Check out photos here!
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Sets Closing Date
The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm. At the time of closing, the show will have played 24 previews and 72 performances.
The Heart of Rock and Roll will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, June 23rd at 3pm. At the time of closing, the show will have played 24 previews and 72 performances.
3 Broadway Shows Close Today
Today, June 23, 2024, Broadway says goodbye to two limited-run productions and one open-run production. An Enemy of the People takes its final bow at the Circle in the Square Theatre following 23 previews and 112 regular performances; Patriots will conclude its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre following 21 previews and 72 regular performances; and The Heart of Rock and Roll concludes at the James Earl Jones Theatre following 24 previews and 72 regular performances.
Today, June 23, 2024, Broadway says goodbye to two limited-run productions and one open-run production. An Enemy of the People takes its final bow at the Circle in the Square Theatre following 23 previews and 112 regular performances; Patriots will conclude its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre following 21 previews and 72 regular performances; and The Heart of Rock and Roll concludes at the James Earl Jones Theatre following 24 previews and 72 regular performances.
THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Original Broadway Cast Recording Will Be Released June 14
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services. Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of the Broadway musical The Heart of Rock and Roll will be released on Friday, June 14 and will be available on all music streaming services. Learn more about how to pre-save the album here!
Photos: Gayle King Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on Broadway
Gayle King rocked out on Broadway last week seeing “The Heart of Rock and Roll”. See photos!
Gayle King rocked out on Broadway last week seeing “The Heart of Rock and Roll”. See photos!
Video: Huey Lewis Talks Bringing His Music to Broadway With THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
Huey Lewis joined CBS Mornings last week to discuss his new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll. On the show, he addressed the origins of the musical, and where the idea originally came from. Watch the full interview!
Huey Lewis joined CBS Mornings last week to discuss his new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll. On the show, he addressed the origins of the musical, and where the idea originally came from. Watch the full interview!
Video: Huey Lewis and McKenzie Kurtz Bring THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL To Good Morning America
McKenzie Kurtz, one of the stars of the new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, joined music legend Huey Lewis for an appearance on Good Morning America. See the video!
McKenzie Kurtz, one of the stars of the new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, joined music legend Huey Lewis for an appearance on Good Morning America. See the video!
Photos: SUCCESSION's Nicholas Braun Visits THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL
See photos of Succession's Nicholas Braun visiting The Heart of Rock and Roll! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
See photos of Succession's Nicholas Braun visiting The Heart of Rock and Roll! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Tamika Lawrence Performs the National Anthem for the New York Liberty
Tamika Lawrence, one of the stars of the new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, stopped by the New York Liberty women's basketball game for a roof-raising rendition of the national anthem. Check out video of her performance!
Tamika Lawrence, one of the stars of the new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll, stopped by the New York Liberty women's basketball game for a roof-raising rendition of the national anthem. Check out video of her performance!
Who Else Was Eligible for 2024 Tony Nominations?
Nominations for the 2024 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!
Nominations for the 2024 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!
Tony Awards Administration Committee Makes Final Rulings on SUFFS, THE GREAT GATSBY and More
The Tony Awards Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of 12 Broadway productions for the 2023-2024 season. Check out the full list of rulings!
The Tony Awards Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of 12 Broadway productions for the 2023-2024 season. Check out the full list of rulings!
A Guide to the 2024 Tony Awards Nominations
The 77th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, April 30, by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsbery. The announcement can be viewed LIVE in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.
The 77th Annual Tony Award Nominations will be announced on Tuesday, April 30, by Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsbery. The announcement can be viewed LIVE in their entirety here on BroadwayWorld.
Recap Tony Awards Eligibility Decisions of the 2023-24 Season
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has been meeting all year to discuss the eligibility of the 2023-24 Broadway productions all leading up to Tuesdays big announcement... the Tony nominations.
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has been meeting all year to discuss the eligibility of the 2023-24 Broadway productions all leading up to Tuesdays big announcement... the Tony nominations.
Video: Tamika Lawrence Performs 'The Power of Love' From THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL on SHERRI
Tamika Lawrence joined Sherri Shepherd on Friday to perform The Power of Love from the new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll on the show. She was joined by Huey Lewis who, after the performance, highlighted his admiration for Lawrence and the cast. See the special performance here!
Tamika Lawrence joined Sherri Shepherd on Friday to perform The Power of Love from the new musical The Heart of Rock and Roll on the show. She was joined by Huey Lewis who, after the performance, highlighted his admiration for Lawrence and the cast. See the special performance here!
Have Many Shows this Season Premiered Long Before Broadway?
This time, the reader question was: Have a lot of shows this season had a long time between their first productions and Broadway premieres?
This time, the reader question was: Have a lot of shows this season had a long time between their first productions and Broadway premieres?
Review Roundup: THE HEART OF ROCK AND ROLL Opens On Broadway
The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name is now open at the James Earl Jones! Theatre. Read the reviews as the critics react!
The Heart of Rock and Roll is beating on Broadway as the bright new jukebox musical of the same name is now open at the James Earl Jones! Theatre. Read the reviews as the critics react!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has McKenzie Kurtz been in?
McKenzie Kurtz has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has McKenzie Kurtz been in?
McKenzie Kurtz has not appeared in the West End.
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