Kristine Bendul, most recently seen on NBC’s Smash has Broadway credits that include Come Fly Away, Movin’ Out, Man of La Mancha, Swing, On the Town, and The King & I. She was nominated for a Helen Hayes award in 2005 for Outstanding Supporting Performer for her role in the 1st National Tour of Movin’ Out, performed in Lincoln Center’s Camelot, and appeared in four New York City Center Encore productions: On the Town, No Strings, Golden Boy, and One Touch of Venus.

Before Broadway, Kristine’s extensive background in ballet enabled her to study at the School of American Ballet, Boston Ballet, New Jersey Ballet, and tour internationally along with New York City Ballet Company to Russia and Taiwan with Stars of the American Ballet and Kozlov and Friends. Kristine’s professional experience with partnering started as the adage lead for Cunard Cruise Lines and includes Hustle, Salsa, Lindy Hop and West Coast Swing. Kristine won 1stPlace in the Cabaret division at the North Atlantic Swing Dance Championships in 2003 with the singular Arte Phillips and has been in continuous demand since for her partnering skills.