Krysta Rodriguez Wows at Drama League & Helen Hayes Awards
Broadway star stuns in chic black-and-white looks at two major awards nights
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Monochrome Magic
At back-to-back ceremonies this week, Broadway favorite Krysta Rodriguez delivered standout style moments at the Drama League Awards and the Helen Hayes Awards. She teased a black-and-white theme in an Instagram post marked “🖤🖤 x 🤍🤍,” then brought the look to life on the red carpets.
For the Drama League Awards, Rodriguez opted for a sleek strapless gown by emerging label Etochs. The all-black silhouette featured a subtle corset waist and a thigh-high slit that allowed a pair of Amina Muaddi’s glossy pumps to shine. She offset the dark drama with a minimalist Anonymous Copenhagen clutch and layered diamonds from Bliss Lau and Natasha Schweitzer, creating just the right amount of sparkle.
Behind The Stylists
The actress credited her fashion team for the flawless execution. She tagged stylist Sarah Slutzky alongside assistants Carlee and Mia Stella. That same team helped Rodriguez dial in a second monochrome moment for the Helen Hayes Awards, swapping her black gown for a white statement dress by Vassia Kostara.
In that ivory-white look, Rodriguez played with volume and texture. The sculptural bodice and billowing skirt from Kostara framed her figure, while Jimmy Choo’s crystal-embellished heels and matching satin clutch added a refined finish. She once again accessorized with fine jewelry—this time pieces by Marie Mas Jewelry and Mindi Mond.
Both looks landed perfectly in Rodriguez’s feed, where her caption simply listed credits:
• Styled by @sarahslutsky
• Asst @carlee___ @miacstella
👗: @etochs / @vassia_kostara
👠: @aminamuaddiofficial / @jimmychoo
👛: @anonymous_copenhagen / @jimmychoo
💎: @blisslau @natashaschweitzer / @marie_mas_jewelry @mindimondny
Rodriguez’s choice to lean into black-and-white mirrored a trend gaining traction among theatre stars this season, emphasizing clean lines and graphic contrast over more embellished palettes.
A Career In The Spotlight
It’s not the first time Rodriguez has teamed with Sarah Slutzky’s styling crew. Back in April, she shared behind-the-scenes photos from her opening night in the Broadway revival of Smash, noting:
“I’ve had a lot of full circle moments in my life… A supremely magical night in our parallel universe that I’ll never forget. 📸 as always in any universe: @jennyandersonphoto”
That post also highlighted her fashion collaborators—Dolong, Stella McCartney, Alexandre Birman, Nicole Rose Jewelry—and showed how her red-carpet wardrobe choices consistently blend high fashion with stage-ready flair.
Off-stage, Rodriguez is known for originating roles in hit musicals such as Spring Awakening, and for her television turn on the NBC series Smash. A White Plains, New York, native, she’s built a reputation for marrying polished performance with bold style.
Next On The Roster
With award season still in full swing, fans can expect more Krysta Rodriguez fashion moments. Whether she’s promoting an upcoming theatre project or stepping out for a gala benefit, her black-and-white signature will likely reappear—proof that classic contrast never goes out of style.
As she demonstrated this week, a streamlined palette and the right team behind the scenes can make every awards night a runway-ready event.
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