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Nina West is the stage name of Andrew Robert Levitt, who is an American drag queen, queer activist, actor, and singer-songwriter based in Columbus, Ohio. She rose to national prominence with her appearance on the eleventh season of RuPaul's Drag Race, where she placed sixth and won Miss Congeniality. She was named the Top Local Artist of 2019 by Columbus Underground. Levitt has also created three EPs—Drag Is Magic, John Goodman, and The West Christmas Ever, which were all released in 2019.

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Hairspray (Non-Equity) Hairspray (Non-Equity)
[US Tour]
New National Tour, 2021
Edna Turnblad

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Review: PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage Photo
Review: PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage
by Paul Batterson - May 17, 2026

What did our critic think of PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Short North Stage?
Nina West's THE YOU KIND OF KIND: THE MUSICAL to Premiere in Columbus, Ohio in April Photo
Nina West's THE YOU KIND OF KIND: THE MUSICAL to Premiere in Columbus, Ohio in April 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026

The You Kind of Kind: The Musical, based on Nina West’s beloved best-selling children’s book The You Kind of Kind, will make its world premiere in 2027, in Columbus, Ohio.
Photos: Inside CSC's CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit Hosted by Nina West Photo
Photos: Inside CSC's CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit Hosted by Nina West
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026

Classic Stage Company presented their Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event, hosted by Nina West. Classics Gone Mad! featured Tony Award nominee Charl Brown, Tony Award nominee Kerry Butler, and more. See photos!
Claybourne Elder and Sarah Steele Join CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit for CSC Photo
Claybourne Elder and Sarah Steele Join CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit for CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2026

Classic Stage Company has revealed additional performers for Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event presented by the CSC Associate Board. Hosted by Nina West, Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater in April.
Kerry Butler, Charl Brown, Jackie Hoffman and More to Join CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit Photo
Kerry Butler, Charl Brown, Jackie Hoffman and More to Join CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026

Classic Stage Company has revealed the performers for Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event. Hosted by Nina West, Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
Nina West to Host Classic Stage Company's CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit Photo
Nina West to Host Classic Stage Company's CLASSICS GONE MAD! Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

Classic Stage Company will present Classics Gone Mad!, a benefit event presented by the CSC Associate Board. Classics Gone Mad! will be held at CSC’s Lynn F. Angelson Theater.
Video: First Look at 'I Can Hear The Bells' from HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre Photo
Video: First Look at 'I Can Hear The Bells' from HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 3, 2026

Casa Mañana Theatre is currently presenting HAIRSPRAY, running through March 8. Check out a first look at “I Can Hear the Bells” in the video below.
Photos: Nina West and More in HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre Photo
Photos: Nina West and More in HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

Andrew Levitt (AKA Nina West) is playing Edna Turnblad in the musical Hairspray at Casa Mañana Theatre. The show runs February 28 – March 8, and tickets are on sale now.  Check out all new photos here!
Nina West Will Lead HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana Photo
Nina West Will Lead HAIRSPRAY at Casa Mañana
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

Andrew Levitt, known as Nina West, will star as Edna Turnblad in Casa Mañana's upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, running from February 28 to March 8.
Seattle Men’s Chorus To Hold 2026 Auditions Photo
Seattle Men’s Chorus To Hold 2026 Auditions
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025

Seattle Men’s Chorus has announced auditions for new members ahead of its 2026 season. Auditions will take place on Saturday, January 3 and Saturday, January 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All prospective singers are required to register online in advance, with specific audition details distributed by email.
Photos: ROB LAKE MAGIC Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway Photo
Photos: ROB LAKE MAGIC Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 8, 2025

Rob Lake MAGIC with Special Guests The Muppets celebrated its Gala performance at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York City. The 12-week limited holiday engagement will run through Sunday, January 18, 2026. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
The Skivvies Return to Joe's Pub for THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW Photo
The Skivvies Return to Joe's Pub for THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2025

This weekend, The Skivvies return to Joe's Pub for their annual Rocky Horror Skivvies Show, playing Saturday, November 1 (7pm and 9:30pm) and Sunday, November 2 (6pm at Joes Pub.  
Photos: Marissa Jaret Winokur Visits EXORCISTIC Off-Broadway Photo
Photos: Marissa Jaret Winokur Visits EXORCISTIC Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2025

Marissa Jaret Winokur (Hairspray, Dancing with the Stars, Celebrity Big Brother) while in town rehearsing Bat Boy at City Center visited Exorcistic: The Rock Musical at The Asylum NYC this week for one of two special Producer Nights honoring the show’s creative team. Check out photos from her visit!
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL to Present Producers Night with Marissa Jaret Winokur Photo
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL to Present Producers Night with Marissa Jaret Winokur
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL producers night with Marissa Jaret Winokur Featuring Guest Diva Nina West is set to take place this Saturday, October 18th at 7 pm. Learn more.
Daisy Eagan, Greer Grammer, Dylan Adler, And Nina West to Join EXORCISTIC: The Rock Photo
Daisy Eagan, Greer Grammer, Dylan Adler, And Nina West to Join EXORCISTIC: The Rock Musical Parody
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025

The Off-Broadway EXORCISTIC: The Rock Musical this week will feature Tony Award Winner Daisy Eagan, Greer Grammer, Dylan Adler, and Nina West. Learn more!
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Extends Run at The Asylum Photo
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Extends Run at The Asylum
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025

Exorcistic: The Rock Musical has announced an extension of its run at The Asylum through Halloween, now scheduled to continue until October 31st. Learn more here!
Video: Jaquel Spivey Stars in Trailer for Zombie Comedy QUEENS OF THE DEAD Photo
Video: Jaquel Spivey Stars in Trailer for Zombie Comedy QUEENS OF THE DEAD
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2025

The official trailer has just dropped for Queens of the Dead, a new horror comedy starring Broadway alums Jacquel Spivey and Cheyenne Jackson. Watch it now!
Exclusive: Darren Criss Guest Stars in EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL on Opening Night Photo
Exclusive: Darren Criss Guest Stars in EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Sep 9, 2025

Exorcistic: The Rock Musical officially opened at The Asylum NYC.  Darren Criss was the special guest star on opening night and we have exclusive photos from the special occasion below!
Photos: EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Celebrates Opening Night Photo
Photos: EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Celebrates Opening Night
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 9, 2025

Exorcistic: The Rock Musical officially opened on Monday, September 8th at The Asylum NYC. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Returns Off-Broadway in August Photo
EXORCISTIC: THE ROCK MUSICAL Returns Off-Broadway in August
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2025

Exorcistic: The Rock Musical is set to make its return Off Broadway at The Asylum NYC for a limited engagement beginning next month. Learn more here!
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