Judy Kaye
Latest News on Judy Kaye:
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January (Dec 27, 2024)
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE at StageWorks at Studio 237 Leads Best Musical! (Dec 27, 2024)
Feature: 14 of the Best Cabaret Shows to See in 2025 (Dec 24, 2024)
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January (Dec 27, 2024)
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE at StageWorks at Studio 237 Leads Best Musical! (Dec 27, 2024)
Feature: 14 of the Best Cabaret Shows to See in 2025 (Dec 24, 2024)
BIO
Judy Kaye, currently portraying the role of Queen Elizabeth in Diana on Broadway, received the 2012 Tony Award, her second, (the first in 1988 as Carlotta in Phantom) as well as the Drama Desk, and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her work as the high-flying Duchess Estonia Dulworth in Nice Work If You Can Get It. She was also nominated for Mamma Mia! and Souvenir. Ms. Kaye came to prominence playing Lily Garland in the original production of On The 20th Century. She twice received the Theater LA Ovation Award for her work in Ragtime and as the melodically challenged Florence Foster Jenkins in Souvenir. In a career spanning 5 decades, she has played theaters and concert halls across America and Europe in roles as diverse as Lucy Van Pelt, Rizzo, Maria Von Trapp, Emma Goldman, Mrs. Lovett, and Grandma Kurnitz in Lost in Yonkers. Her recent Broadway appearances include roles in Cinderella, Wicked and Anastasia. She played Eurydice in Orpheus In The Underworld, Musetta in La Boheme, and Lucy Lockett in The Beggar’s Opera at The Santa Fe Opera. She has sung with symphony orchestras throughout the US and Europe, and twice at the White House. Ms. Kaye has many recordings and is the voice of Kinsey Millhone in the Sue Grafton Alphabet Mystery Series for Random House Audio.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Marie [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Madame Morrible [Replacement]
Madame Morrible [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1981
Mrs. Kleinberg
Mrs. Shapiro
Reverend Mother
Rusty
Salvation Army Girl
Sheila O'Toole
Talking Picture Star
Torch Singer
U.S.O. Entertainer
Member of Big Band Vocal Group
Another Torch Singer
Performer
Bella
Busby Berkley Girl
Fat German
Israeli Dancer
Judy
Kim-Sung
Liverpool Pop Group Singer
Marlene
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1978
Mildred Plotka/Lily Garland [Replacement]
Agnes
Lily Garland [Replacement]
Lily Garland (Understudy)
Movies
Just Tell Me What You Want
[ 1980 ] Baby
[ 1980 ] Baby
Tales of the City
[ 2021 ] Anna Madrigal
[ 2021 ] Anna Madrigal
Diana
[ 2021 ] Queen Elizabeth, Barbara Cartland
[ 2021 ] Queen Elizabeth, Barbara Cartland
TV Shows
Law & Order
Judge Susan Lehman
Judge Susan Lehman
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Judy Kaye, Nice Work If You Can Get It
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Judy Kaye, Nice Work If You Can Get It
winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Judy Kaye, Nice Work If You Can Get It
Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Judy Kaye, Souvenir
The Lortels - 2005 - Outstanding Lead Actress
Judy Kaye, Souvenir
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Judy Kaye, Mamma Mia!
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical
Judy Kaye , Phantom of the Opera
winner
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Judy Kaye , The Phantom of the Opera
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Actress - Musical
Judy Kaye, On the 2th Century
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1978 - Performance
Judy KayeOn the 2th Century
Videos
Exclusive Look: Matthew Broderick in BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Oct 1, 2024
TV: See the Cast and Creatives of DIANA at New York's Palace Hotel
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2020
VIDEO: Jeanna de Waal and the DIANA Creatives Talk Finding the Perfect Princess Diana
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2020
VIDEO: Watch Jeanna De Waal and David Bryan Perform 'If' from Broadway-Bound DIANA Musical
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2019
VIDEO: Connecticut High Schoolers Get Special Messages From Former MAMMA MIA! Broadway and Tour Cast Members
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2019
BWW Flashback: Celebrate MAMMA MIA!'s Anniversary With a Look Back at Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - Oct 18, 2019
VIDEO: DIANA Director Christopher Ashley and Choreographer Kelly Devine Discuss the Musical's Journey
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2019
VIDEO: Watch ANASTASIA's Christy Altomare and Cody Simpson Duet on Acoustic 'Once Upon a December'
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 17, 2018
TV: It's His Petersburg Now! Cody Simpson Talks Stepping In as ANASTASIA's New Dmitry
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 11, 2018
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes with James Morgan's Set Designs at York Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2017
VIDEO: Garth Drabinsky is Focused on the Artistic Aspects of SOUSATZKA...Because He's Not Allowed to Touch the Money
by Julie Musbach - Mar 25, 2017
News
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.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE at StageWorks at Studio 237 Leads Best Musical!
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Feature: 14 of the Best Cabaret Shows to See in 2025
Let's toast the New Year by looking ahead to some of the most anticipated shows of the next 6 months. We put together 14 shows we're looking forward to seeing next year, that are likely to sell out well in advance.
Let's toast the New Year by looking ahead to some of the most anticipated shows of the next 6 months. We put together 14 shows we're looking forward to seeing next year, that are likely to sell out well in advance.
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; StageWorks at Studio 237 Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards; RIDE THE CYCLONE at StageWorks at Studio 237 Leads Best Musical!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW New Jersey Awards
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW New Jersey Awards
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld New Jersey Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Judy Kaye & Christine Andreas to Star in HIGH SPIRITS 60th Anniversary Concert In January
54 Below will present High Spirits: The 60th Anniversary Concert of an Improbable Musical Comedy. Learn more about the concert and how to get tickets here!
54 Below will present High Spirits: The 60th Anniversary Concert of an Improbable Musical Comedy. Learn more about the concert and how to get tickets here!
Review: Melodie Wolford's WAITING IN THE WINGS at The Triad Is Worth Waiting For
WAITING IN THE WINGS at The Triad tells of the tribulations and triumphs of an understudy. Melodie Wolford is the talented lady in question. There's no question that she's star-worthy, not just star-adjacent.
WAITING IN THE WINGS at The Triad tells of the tribulations and triumphs of an understudy. Melodie Wolford is the talented lady in question. There's no question that she's star-worthy, not just star-adjacent.
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know
With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
Joseph Hayward & Debra Walton Assume New Roles at The York Theatre Company
The York Theatre Company has revealed that Joseph Hayward is stepping into the role of Interim Producing Artistic Director, and Debra Walton, as the Interim Associate Artistic Director.
The York Theatre Company has revealed that Joseph Hayward is stepping into the role of Interim Producing Artistic Director, and Debra Walton, as the Interim Associate Artistic Director.
2024 IDEA AWARDS FOR THEATRE Recipients Announced
The Bret Adams and Paul Reisch Foundation has announced the recipients of their 2024 Idea Awards for Theatre.
The Bret Adams and Paul Reisch Foundation has announced the recipients of their 2024 Idea Awards for Theatre.
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
A 2024 Broadway Holiday Streaming Guide
From Sabrina Carpenter's new Christmas special to musical classics like Albert Finney's Scrooge, find out which holiday streaming titles will bring a Broadway fan some extra joy this year.
From Sabrina Carpenter's new Christmas special to musical classics like Albert Finney's Scrooge, find out which holiday streaming titles will bring a Broadway fan some extra joy this year.
BABBITT's Nehal Joshi Takes Over Our Instagram Story Today
Tune in to our Instagram today as Nehal Joshi takes you behind the scenes of Babbitt at Shakespeare Theatre Company! Follow along on our Instagram Story today to learn more about Joshi and Shakespeare Theatre Company's Babbitt.
Tune in to our Instagram today as Nehal Joshi takes you behind the scenes of Babbitt at Shakespeare Theatre Company! Follow along on our Instagram Story today to learn more about Joshi and Shakespeare Theatre Company's Babbitt.
Exclusive: Karen Mason Mashes Up Kander and Ebb Classics On KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!
Karen Mason debuts a track from her upcoming Kander & Ebb album, featuring rare songs. Discover the latest addition to her celebrated discography, exclusively on BroadwayWorld.
Karen Mason debuts a track from her upcoming Kander & Ebb album, featuring rare songs. Discover the latest addition to her celebrated discography, exclusively on BroadwayWorld.
Interview: Theatre Life with Judy Kaye
Judy Kaye has been living her theatre life for over half a century. The Tony Award winning performer has been seen on Broadway, on tour, in regional theatres and has been heard on many recordings. Currently Ms. Kaye can be seen onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in Babbitt where she plays a plethora of roles. The show runs through November 3rd at Harman Hall.
Judy Kaye has been living her theatre life for over half a century. The Tony Award winning performer has been seen on Broadway, on tour, in regional theatres and has been heard on many recordings. Currently Ms. Kaye can be seen onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in Babbitt where she plays a plethora of roles. The show runs through November 3rd at Harman Hall.
Karen Mason Celebrates Kander & Ebb With New Album KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!
Karen Mason has announced a new album, KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ, celebrating the works of Kander & Ebb.
Karen Mason has announced a new album, KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ, celebrating the works of Kander & Ebb.
Review: BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
Matthew Broderick stars in the Babbitt of BABBITTs at Shakespeare Theatre Company. See what our critic had to say.
Matthew Broderick stars in the Babbitt of BABBITTs at Shakespeare Theatre Company. See what our critic had to say.
Exclusive Look: Matthew Broderick in BABBITT at Shakespeare Theatre Company
Get a first look at Matthew Broderick starring in Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside Broderick.
Get a first look at Matthew Broderick starring in Shakespeare Theatre Company's production of Babbitt. Based on Sinclair Lewis’s classic satirical novel, the play was adapted from the book by Tony-winner Joe DiPietro and directed by Tony-winner Christopher Ashely, who together developed the world premiere production of the play last season at La Jolla Playhouse, alongside Broderick.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Judy Kaye been in?
Judy Kaye has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has Judy Kaye been in?
Judy Kaye has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Judy Kaye's first West End show?
Judy Kaye's first West End show was Paradise Found which opened in 2010
What awards has Judy Kaye been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Souvenir, Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for Souvenir, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mamma Mia!, Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Phantom of the Opera, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On the 20th Century and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for On the 20th Century.
What awards has Judy Kaye won?
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Nice Work If You Can Get It, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Phantom of the Opera, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for On the 20th Century.
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