Kim Criswell

Kim Criswell is an American musical entertainer and actress with an extensive career across Broadway, the West End, and international stages, offering compelling performances in both theatrical and concert settings. After making her Broadway debut in ‘The First’ in 1981, acclaimed musical entertainer and actress Kim Criswell went on to build an extensive career across Broadway, the West End, and international stages, marked by significant theatrical and concert performances. A graduate of the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Criswell quickly made her mark on Broadway, appearing in ‘Nine’ in 1982 where she notably understudied Anita Morris and performed ‘Phone Call from the Vatican,’ a number banned from the 1982 Tony Awards. Her early Broadway credits also include roles in ‘Baby,’ ‘The Three Musketeers,’ ‘Stardust,’ and a notable performance alongside Sting in ‘3 Penny Opera.’ In 1989, Criswell received the Helen Hayes Award for her performance in ‘Side By Side By Sondheim’ at the Olney Theatre, solidifying her reputation for powerful vocal abilities and stage presence.

In 2012, Criswell took on a starring role in Bernstein’s ‘Candide’ at Vienna’s Volksoper, further enhancing her international profile. Beyond the stage, Criswell also appeared in filmed roles, including ‘True Colors’ (1991), ‘The Man Who Made Husbands Jealous’ (1997), and ‘Hysteria’ (2011). Based in London, Criswell continues to maintain an active career across recording, musical theatre, concerts, and television appearances. Her sustained artistic output underscores a remarkable career spanning decades, consistently delivering compelling performances and showcasing her enduring talent as a leading musical entertainer and actress across global platforms.