Cast & creatives
People behind the production
Everything The Traffic Will Allow (ETTWA) is the beloved Ethel Merman tribute created and performed by Klea Blackhurst. Since debuting in New York in 2001, ETTWA has become a standout production in the Broadway and cabaret scene, celebrated for its warm, witty, and fearless vocal performances that honor Merman’s extraordinary legacy. The show and its creator have earned multiple accolades, including a Time Out New York Special Achievement Award and a MAC Award for Best Female Vocalist in 2002. This performer page traces Klea Blackhurst’s journey, her discography with Ghostlight Records, and her upcoming 2025 tour highlights featuring New York venues like Birdland and Chelsea Table + Stage, plus a special collaboration with Billy Stritch.