Kara Lindsay facts for kids

Kara Lynn Massey (born February 16, 1985), known professionally as Kara Lindsay, is an American actress and singer. She is famous for her roles in popular musicals. Kara is especially known for playing Katherine Plumber in Newsies and Glinda in Wicked.

About Kara Lindsay's Early Life and Education

Kara Lynn Lindsay was born in Rochester, New York. She went to Greece Athena High School. After high school, she studied at Carnegie Mellon University. There, she earned a special degree called a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in acting and musical theatre.

Kara Lindsay's Amazing Career on Stage

Kara Lindsay started her acting career in 2009. She played Laura in a musical called Little House on the Prairie. In this show, she even worked with Melissa Gilbert, who played Laura in the original TV series.

Becoming Katherine Plumber in Newsies

In 2011, Kara got a big role in a new Disney musical called Newsies. She was the first actress to play Katherine Plumber. Katherine is a brave reporter and the main character's love interest. Kara said she was inspired by a real-life reporter named Nellie Bly for her role. Newsies moved to Broadway, and Kara continued to play Katherine until February 2014.

Playing Glinda in Wicked

After Newsies, Kara took on another iconic role: Glinda the Good Witch in Wicked. She first played Glinda on a national tour from April to November 2014. Then, she brought her Glinda to Broadway in December 2014. She played the role on Broadway until January 2016. Kara returned to play Glinda on Broadway again in November 2016. She also joined the Wicked national tour again in 2018, finishing her run in February 2019.

Kara Lindsay's Personal Life

Kara Lindsay met her husband, Kevin Massey, in 2008. They met while auditioning for Little House on the Prairie. They started dating around 2009 when the show went on tour. After the tour, they got engaged. Kara and Kevin got married on June 2, 2013. They have a son named Emerson Charles Massey, who was born in November 2019. Kara and Kevin often perform together at the Disney Epcot International Festival of Arts in Florida.

In late 2024, Kara faced a health challenge. She shared in February 2025 that she had completed her treatment in January 2025.

Kara Lindsay's Performances

Kara Lindsay has appeared in many different shows.

Film and Television Roles

Kara has also been in some film and television productions.

Theater Performances

Here are some of the stage shows Kara Lindsay has been a part of: