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BIO

KECIA LEWIS (Miss Liza Jane) made her Broadway debut at 18 years old in the original company of Dreamgirls, directed by Michael Bennett. Her other Broadway credits include The Gospel at Colonus (with Morgan Freeman), Big River, Ain’t Misbehavin’ (standby for Nell Carter), Once on This Island (OBC), The Drowsy Chaperone (OBC), Chicago, Leap of Faith (OBC), Cinderella (as Marie/Fairy Godmother) and most recently Children of a Lesser God (directed by Kenny Leon). Off Broadway she has starred in the title role of Mother Courage, The Skin of Our Teeth (Obie Award) Dessa Rose at Lincoln Center (Drama Desk award nomination), and Marie and Rosetta (Lortel & Drama League nominations/ Obie Award winner). Her work on the last season of MAD ABOUT YOU was loved by fans and critics alike. Further television credits include Guest Star and recurring roles on “Law & Order,” “Law & Order SVU” (recurring), “Madam Secretary,” “Royal Pains,” “Limitless,” “Conviction,” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” “Blue Bloods,” “SMILF,” “The Blacklist,” “The Passage” (recurring), and the Hulu series, “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” (recurring). As a vocalist Kecia has performed in Canada, Switzerland, Hong Kong, New Zealand and Russia. Kecia can also be seen on Amazon in “With Love” and HBO Max’s “And Just Like That...” Kecia can also be seen in Evan Parter’s The Independent alongside Brian Cox, Jodie Turner-Smith and John Cena which is now streaming on Peacock.

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STAGE CREDITS

Hell's Kitchen Hell's Kitchen
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Ensemble () [Replacement]
Miss Liza Jane
Hell's Kitchen Hell's Kitchen
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
The Rose Tattoo The Rose Tattoo
[Broadway]
Roundabout Theater Company Broadway Revival, 2019
Assunta
Children of a Lesser God Children of a Lesser God
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Mrs. Norman
The Skin of Our Teeth The Skin of Our Teeth
[Off-Broadway]
Theatre for a New Audience Off-Broadway Revival, 2017
Mrs. Antrobus
Marie and Rosetta Marie and Rosetta
[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company World Premiere, 2016
Sister Rosetta Thorpe
New York Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes New York Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes
[Off-Broadway]
2016 Return Engagement, 2016
Busker
Mother Courage and Her Children Mother Courage and Her Children
[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Off-Broadway Revival, 2015
Mother Courage
Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella
[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Marie, The Fairy Godmother
Leap of Faith Leap of Faith
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Ida Mae Robinson
Leap of Faith Leap of Faith
[Los Angeles]
World Premiere, 2010
Performer
Shrek the Musical Shrek the Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
The Dragon
The Drowsy Chaperone The Drowsy Chaperone
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Trix
The Drowsy Chaperone
[Los Angeles]
US Premiere, 2005
Dessa Rose
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Dorcas, et al.
Dorcas/Field Hand/Gemina/Janet
Dorcas, et al.
Once On This Island
[Broadway]
Reunion Concert, 2002
Asaka
Once On This Island
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1990
Once on This Island
[Off-Broadway]
1990
Ain't Misbehavin'
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1988
Performer (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe)
(St. Louis, MO (Regional))
(Standby)
To Whom It May Concern
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1985
Deloris

Movies

Shelter
[ 2014 ] Shelter Worker 1 Kecia Lewis-Evans
Shirley
[ 2020 ] Nurse
The Independent
[ 2022 ] Lynn James

TV Shows

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Arraignment Judge Constance Copeland
The Blacklist
Esi Jackson

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical

Kecia Lewis, Hell's Kitchen

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance

Kecia Lewis, Hell’s Kitchen


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical

Kecia Lewis, Hell's Kitchen


winner
The Lortels - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical

Kecia Lewis, Hell's Kitchen


winner
Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Kecia Lewis, Hell's Kitchen

Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award

Kecia Lewis, Marie and Rosetta


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Performance

Kecia LewisMarie and Rosetta and The Skin of Our Teeth

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play

Kecia Lewis, Marie and Rosetta

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Photos: Tony Winner Sarah Snook Receives Portrait at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 2, 2025

Sarah Snook, star of the Broadway production of The Picture of Dorian Gray, recently received her portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
Photos: Inside the After Party For HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall Photo
Photos: Inside the After Party For HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 26, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the after party here!
Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall Photo
Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!
Videos: Kecia Lewis, Jasmine Amy Rogers & More Perform in Broadway Celebrates Junetee Photo
Videos: Kecia Lewis, Jasmine Amy Rogers & More Perform in Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth Concert
by Michael Major - Jun 23, 2025

Broadway League’s Black to Broadway initiative held its 5th annual Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth in Times Square. Watch videos from inside the concert, including performances from stars of Hell's Kitchen, Wicked, Boop! the Musical, and more.
Video: Adrienne Warren, Kecia Lewis, and More Celebrate Sisterhood at Black Women on Photo
Video: Adrienne Warren, Kecia Lewis, and More Celebrate Sisterhood at Black Women on Broadway Awards
by Survival Jobs - Jun 20, 2025

In a heartfelt and joyous celebration of Black excellence in theatre, Survival Jobs, a Podcast releases Episode 132, recorded live from the red carpet of the 2025 Black Women on Broadway Awards. Watch in this video!
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY! Photo
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - Jun 18, 2025

BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive preview of one of Barbra Streisand's songs from the film, 'Love is Only Love', performed by Umphress with Chancey at the piano. Watch the full performance in this video!
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SEXUAL MISCONDUCT OF THE MIDDLE CLASSES and CREDITORS Set Audible Release Dates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Audible Theater and TOGETHER concluded their collaboration at Audible’s Minetta Lane Theatre in New York City. Learn more about their upcoming audible releases!
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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2025

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Jessica Vosk to Take Leave of Absence From HELL'S KITCHEN Due to Back Injury Photo
Jessica Vosk to Take Leave of Absence From HELL'S KITCHEN Due to Back Injury
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2025

Jessica Vosk has announced that she will be out of Hell's Kitchen for three weeks due to a back injury. The medical leave will conclude on July 8, after the Wicked alum has recovered from her surgery. 
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Right Hand Man / One Last Time' From HAMILTON at MISCAST Photo
Video: Kecia Lewis Performs 'Right Hand Man / One Last Time' From HAMILTON at MISCAST25
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2025

MCC Theater has released a video of Hell's Kitchen Tony-winner Kecia Lewis singing 'Right Hand Man' and 'One Last Time' from Hamilton at MISCAST25. In this video, Lewis takes on the role of George Washington.
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by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

Spectrum News NY1's Frank Dilella will join Lee Roy Reams to co-host Hello, Dolly!, the company's one-night-only concert, as well as Tony nominee Gracie Lawrence, currently performing in Just In Time.
Jasmine Amy Rogers, Kecia Lewis & More Set for Juneteenth Concert in Times Square Photo
Jasmine Amy Rogers, Kecia Lewis & More Set for Juneteenth Concert in Times Square
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

The Broadway League’s Black to Broadway initiative has announced the performers for the 5th annual Broadway Celebrates Juneteenth, a FREE outdoor concert in Times Square next week.
Photos: Inside the 4th Annual Black Women on Broadway Awards Photo
Photos: Inside the 4th Annual Black Women on Broadway Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 3, 2025

Just yesterday, Black Women on Broadway (BWOB) held its fourth annual awards celebration honoring three exceptional women - LaTanya Richardson Jackson, LaChanze, and Khaila Wilcoxon. Check out photos here!
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Video: Jordan Tyson Sings 'Strangers Like Me' From TARZAN MCC's MISCAST25
by Michael Major - Jun 3, 2025

MCC Theater has released a video of Gypsy star Jordan Tyson singing 'Strangers Like Me' from the musical Tarzan at MISCAST25. The event, one of the most anticipated in theater each year, took place last month.
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by Joshua Wright - May 31, 2025

On Instagram, Patti LuPone has responded to those criticizing her after a recent interview with the New Yorker. LuPone writes 'For as long as I have worked in the theatre, I have spoken my mind and never apologized. That is changing today.
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Video: Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard Sing 'The Confrontation' at MISCAST
by Michael Major - May 30, 2025

MCC Theater has released a video of Death Becomes Her Stars Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard singing 'The Confrontation' from Les Misérables at this year's MISCAST25. The event, one of the most anticipated in theater each year, took place last month.
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by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2025

Audra McDonald responded to Patti LuPone’s viral 'not a friend' comment during a CBS Mornings interview. The remark, which followed a dispute involving fellow Tony winner Kecia Lewis, has prompted widespread support for both women across the Broadway community.
Christopher Jackson Joins the Cast of HELL'S KITCHEN Photo
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kecia Lewis been in?

Kecia Lewis has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Kecia Lewis been in?

Kecia Lewis has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Kecia Lewis been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Distinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Hell’s Kitchen, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for Hell's Kitchen, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hell's Kitchen, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Marie and Rosetta, Performance (Obie Awards) for Marie and Rosetta and The Skin of Our Teeth and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play (The Lortels) for Marie and Rosetta.

What awards has Kecia Lewis won?

Kecia Lewis has won several prestigious awards for her performances. She received the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Performance in a Musical for Hell's Kitchen. Additionally, she earned the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical, also for Hell's Kitchen. She was honored with The Lortel Award for Outstanding Featured Performer in a Musical for Hell's Kitchen as well. Lewis won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for Hell's Kitchen. Furthermore, she received the Obie Award for her performances in Marie and Rosetta and The Skin of Our Teeth.

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