Soprano
Tony Award-winning soprano whose luminous voice and commanding stage presence have made her the defining interpreter of classic musical theatre heroines on Broadway and beyond.
Defining moments and milestones
Kelli O'Hara emerged as a Broadway force in the early 2000s, initially gaining recognition for her luminous soprano in The Light in the Piazza, a role that showcased both her vocal prowess and dramatic sensitivity. Her career reached its apex with a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her portrayal of Anna Leonowens in the 2015 Lincoln Center revival of The King and I, a performance widely regarded as the definitive modern interpretation of the role. Since then, she has remained Broadway's most sought-after leading lady, anchoring major revivals including South Pacific and Kiss Me, Kate, while simultaneously maintaining an active presence in opera and concert music.
Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for The King and I (2015)
Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute
Recordings featuring Kelli O'Hara in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.