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KO, formerly known as Karen Olivo, (born August 7, 1976) is an American stage and television actor, theater educator, and singer. In 2008, KO originated the role of Vanessa in In the Heights on Broadway.
Sep 25, 2021 · The Tony-winning actress reveals the reasons behind their departure from the Broadway musical, including the industry's silence on Scott Rudin allegations and the pandemic challenges. Olivo also shares their views on the Tonys and their future in theater.
Karen Olivo was born on 7 August 1976 in New York City, New York, USA. She is an actress, known for Harry's Law (2011), Chase (2010) and Generation Um... (2012). She has been married to Jim Uphoff since September 2014. She was previously married to Matt Caplan.
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Apr 15, 2021 · Tony-winning actress Karen Olivo has announced she is leaving the Broadway production of “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” due to a lack of response by the theater community over allegations producer...
Sep 24, 2021 · Broadway may be back, but without Karen Olivo. The alum of “In the Heights” and “West Side Story” announced her exit from the musical adaptation of “Moulin Rouge!” in April as a ...
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K O-Karen Olivo (they/them) Associate Professor of Theatre. I believe Northwestern has a historic opportunity to be a national model for responding to student dissent in thoughtful and peaceful ways. I am proud of our students and of our administration for working so hard to do exactly that.
Karen Olivo originated the lead role of Satine in Broadway's Moulin Rouge! (2019) after playing the role in the Boston production in 2018. Other Broadway credits: West Side...
