Nikki Crawford

Nikki is an award winning actress, singer and dancer. Born and raised in Washington DC. Nikki received her B.F.A. from the prestigious Carnegie Mellon University Drama program. Upon graduation, Nikki was offered a leading role in the European tour Bubbling Brown Sugar. She enjoyed performing for live audiences, however, her dream was to pursue a career in film and television. In her desire to fulfill her dream she moved to Los Angeles once the tour ended. Nikki quickly booked roles on many TV shows such as Martin, Living Single, Malcolm in the Middle, the District and Numbers, but soon found her way back to theatre when she was asked, by director Sheldon Epps, to understudy Freda Payne in Blues in the Night. Musicals were an uncharted territory for Nikki, as most of her experience was in straight plays and TV. Always willing to face her fears, she accepted the challenge and soon after that many more opportunities opened up for her. She went on to star in the musical Play On! at both th