Bebe Neuwirth
Also Credited As: Beatrice Neuwirth
Birth Place: Princeton, NJ, USA
Latest News on Bebe Neuwirth:
DEAD OUTLAW, STEREOPHONIC & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards (Apr 23, 2024)
Photos: CABARET Cast Serves Double the Red Carpet Looks on Opening Weekend (Apr 24, 2024)
Video: Bebe Neuwirth Talks Returning to Broadway with CABARET on CBS MORNINGS (Apr 23, 2024)
DEAD OUTLAW, STEREOPHONIC & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards (Apr 23, 2024)
Photos: CABARET Cast Serves Double the Red Carpet Looks on Opening Weekend (Apr 24, 2024)
Video: Bebe Neuwirth Talks Returning to Broadway with CABARET on CBS MORNINGS (Apr 23, 2024)
Bebe Neuwirth BIO
Bebe Neuwirth has achieved extraordinary success in theater, television, and film. In 1980, she made her Broadway debut in A Chorus Line. She then appeared in Little Me, Dancin’, and Sweet Charity, for which she won her first Tony Award, followed by Damn Yankees, Fosse, and The Addams Family. Bebe won her second Tony, as well as the Drama Desk, Astaire, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama League Distinguished Performance of the Year Awards for her portrayal of ‘Velma’ in Chicago. A few years later she played ‘Roxie’ in the show, and a few years after that she played ‘Mama Morton,’ making her the only triple-threat to have played all three leading ladies’ roles on Broadway. Bebe’s ‘Velma’ is recorded on the Grammy-winning cast album of Chicago. Her many and diverse roles in regional theater and Off-Broadway include ‘Anita’ in West Side Story, ‘Katherine’ in The Taming of the Shrew at Williamstown Theatre Festival, Writer’s Block written and directed by Woody Allen, and The Bedwetter by Sarah Silverman, both at the Atlantic Theatre Company, among many others. On London’s West End, Bebe followed Chita Rivera into the role of ‘Aurora’ in Kiss of the Spider Woman. In 2005, she appeared in the critically acclaimed Here Lies Jenny, a music theater piece comprised entirely of music by Kurt Weill, at the Zipper Theatre. It was directed by Roger Rees and choreographed by Ann Reinking.
Neuwirth is well known for her work in film and television. She won two Emmy Awards for her role of ‘Lilith Sternin Crane’ on “Cheers,” and gained Emmy nominations for her work on “Frasier” and for her portrayal of ‘Dorothy Parker’ in the television movie Dash and Lilly. She’s been a guest on many shows including “The Good Fight” and “Blue Bloods,” and recently played Julia Child’s best friend ‘Avis Devoto’ in HBO Max’s “Julia.” She has appeared in numerous films, including Say Anything, Green Card, Bugsy, Jumanji, Summer of Sam, Liberty Heights, Celebrity, The Faculty, and Tadpole.
Animation voice is also in Neuwirth’s repertoire. Characters in films and many television shows include All Dogs Go To Heaven, “Aladdin” (series), “Duckman,” “Ultra City Smiths,” etc.
Neuwirth toured a symphony show, “Bebe Sings Weill and Kander & Ebb,” and a piano cabaret show, “Stories with Piano.” Her two CDs are a studio album called Porcelain, and another recorded live at 54 Below called Stories. . . in NYC.
In November of 2023, Neuwirth was inducted into the Theatre Hall of Fame. Her awards include the CTFD Rolex Dance Award, the Dance Magazine Award, and the Sarah Siddons Society Award, among many others. As a vice-chair of the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly the Actors Fund), she founded the Dancers’ Resource – a program aimed at addressing the particular emotional and physical challenges faced by professional dancers. She has an Honorary Doctorate from the Manhattan School of Music, is an Honorary member of IATSE Local 1 (Stage Hands Union), and is an Honorary Zeigfeld Girl.
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Britney Coleman, Reed Birney, Vanessa Williams, Nancy Opel, Tam mutu, Alexandra Socha, Bebe Neuwirth, Joel Grey, Bob Martin, Clifton Duncan, Douglas Sills, Clyde Alves, Marc Kudisch, Alexandra Socha, Judy Kuhn and Carolee Carmello
Date:
02/12/2018
From: Photo Coverage: HEY, LOOK ME OVER! Takes its Final Bows
The original stars of CHICAGO - Tony Award winners Bebe Neuwirth (original Velma Kelly), Ann Reinking (original Roxie Hart & choreographer), Joel Grey (original Amos Hart), James Naughton (original Billy Flynn)
Date:
03/22/2016
From: Photo Flash: CHICAGO to 'Kill It Worldwide' for 20th Anniversary with New Artwork, Costumes and More
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Jesse Swenson, Becca Ayers, Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler, Zachary James, Jackie Hoffman with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting backstage at t
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06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
(L-R) Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting backstage at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre in New York City.
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
(L-R) Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting backstage at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre in New York City.
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
(L-R) Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting backstage at the Lunt Fontanne Theatre in New York City.
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
Jesse Swenson, Becca Ayers, Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler, Zachary James, Jackie Hoffman with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting backstage at t
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
Jesse Swenson, Becca Ayers, Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler, Zachary James, Jackie Hoffman & Company with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting back
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
Jesse Swenson, Becca Ayers, Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler, Zachary James, Jackie Hoffman & Company with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting back
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
Jesse Swenson, Becca Ayers, Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler, Zachary James, Jackie Hoffman with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting backstage at t
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
Jesse Swenson, Becca Ayers, Rachel Potter, Adam Grupper, Bebe Neuwirth, Roger Rees, Brad Oscar, Adam Riegler, Zachary James, Jackie Hoffman with the cast of 'The Addams Family' celebrating their 500th performance with a special cake-cutting backstage at t
Date:
06/15/2011
From: Photo Coverage: THE ADDAMS FAMILY Celebrates 500th Performance
Bebe Neuwirth STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Velma Kelly [Replacement]
Matron "Mama" Morton [Replacement]
Roxie Hart [Replacement]
Velma Kelly
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1975
Sheila Bryant [Replacement]
Cassie Ferguson (Understudy) [Replacement]
Bebe Neuwirth Movies
Say Anything
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Evans
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Evans
Green Card
[ 1990 ] Lauren
[ 1990 ] Lauren
Bugsy
[ 1991 ] Countess di Frso
[ 1991 ] Countess di Frso
The Paint Job
[ 1992 ] Margaret
[ 1992 ] Margaret
Malice
[ 1993 ] Dana
[ 1993 ] Dana
Jumanji
[ 1995 ] Nora Shepherd
[ 1995 ] Nora Shepherd
All Dogs Go to Heaven 2
[ 1996 ] Anabelle
[ 1996 ] Anabelle
The Associate
[ 1996 ] Camille
[ 1996 ] Camille
The Adventures of Pinocchio
[ 1996 ] Felinet
[ 1996 ] Felinet
The Faculty
[ 1998 ] Principal Valerie Drake
[ 1998 ] Principal Valerie Drake
Celebrity
[ 1998 ] Nina - the Hooker
[ 1998 ] Nina - the Hooker
Liberty Heights
[ 1999 ] Ada Kurtzman
[ 1999 ] Ada Kurtzman
Getting to Know You
[ 1999 ] Trix
[ 1999 ] Trix
Summer of Sam
[ 1999 ] Gloria
[ 1999 ] Gloria
Tadpole
[ 2002 ] Diane Lodder, Eve's friend
[ 2002 ] Diane Lodder, Eve's friend
The Divorce
[ 2003 ] Julia Manchevering
[ 2003 ] Julia Manchevering
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
[ 2003 ] Lana Jong
[ 2003 ] Lana Jong
The Big Bounce
[ 2004 ] Alison Ritchie
[ 2004 ] Alison Ritchie
Game 6
[ 2005 ] Joanna Bourne
[ 2005 ] Joanna Bourne
Adopt a Sailor
[ 2008 ] Patricia
[ 2008 ] Patricia
Fame
[ 2009 ] Ms. Kraft
[ 2009 ] Ms. Kraft
Humor Me
[ 2017 ] CC Rudin
[ 2017 ] CC Rudin
Jumanji: The Next Level
[ 2019 ] Nora
[ 2019 ] Nora
Modern Persuasion
[ 2020 ] Vanessa Perry
[ 2020 ] Vanessa Perry
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] Sunday Legend #9
[ 2021 ] Sunday Legend #9
Bebe Neuwirth TV Shows
Aladdin
Mirage
Mirage
All Dogs Go to Heaven: The Series
Annabelle
Annabelle
Blue Bloods
Kelly Peterson
Kelly Peterson
Bored to Death
Caroline Taylor
Caroline Taylor
Cheers
Dr. Lilith Sternin
Dr. Lilith Sternin
Deadline
Nikki Masucci
Nikki Masucci
Frasier
Dr. Lilith Sternin
Dr. Lilith Sternin
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Bureau Chief ADA Tracey Kibre, Nina Laszlo
Bureau Chief ADA Tracey Kibre, Nina Laszlo
Law & Order: Trial by Jury
Bureau Chief ADA Tracey Kibre
Bureau Chief ADA Tracey Kibre
Madam Secretary
Nadine Tolliver
Nadine Tolliver
Pepper Ann
Ms. Bladdar
Ms. Bladdar
The Good Fight
Judge Claudia Friend
Judge Claudia Friend
The Good Wife
Judge Claudia Friend
Judge Claudia Friend
Bebe Neuwirth Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Bebe Neuwirth, The Addams Family
winner
Drama League Awards - 1997 - Distinguished Performance Award
Bebe Neuwirth, Chicago
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Actress - Musical
Bebe Neuwirth, Chicago
winner
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Bebe Neuwirth, Chicago
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Actress - Musical
Bebe Neuwirth, Chicago
winner
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Bebe Neuwirth, Sweet Charity
Bebe Neuwirth Videos
Video: Redmayne, Rankin, Neuwirth, and More Talk CABARET on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024
Video: Joel Grey and Eddie Redmayne Talk CABARET and The 'Emcee' Legacy
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024
Video: New CHICAGO Exhibit At The Museum of Broadway Celebrates The Show's Legacy Of Razzle Dazzle
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 3, 2023
VIDEO: Jinkx Monsoon, Charlotte d'Amboise & Lana Gordon Talk CHICAGO on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2023
VIDEO: Sea Lion and Trainer Dance to 'Cell Block Tango' from CHICAGO
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 19, 2023
VIDEO: Sarah Silverman Discusses Why THE BEDWETTER Is an 'R-Rated ANNIE' on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - May 11, 2022
Celine Dion Musical Comedy TITANIQUE To Play Off-Broadway This Summer
by Robert Diamond - Mar 29, 2022
VIDEO: Charlotte D'Amboise Pays Tribute to Ann Reinking at CHICAGO 25th Anniversary Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2021
VIDEO: Original CHICAGO Stars Return for 25th Anniversary Celebration and Mayoral Proclamation
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2021
VIDEO: Krysta Rodriguez Sings and Signs from SPRING AWAKENING
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Nov 7, 2021
VIDEO: Krysta Rodriguez Visits Backstage with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 5, 2021
VIDEO Special: Broadway Celebrates the Legacy of the Late, Great Ann Reinking
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jan 23, 2021
VIDEO: Watch Christina Bianco Take on Hollywood Classics as Julie Andrews, Patti LuPone & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 31, 2020
VIDEO: Living Legend Ann Reinking Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jul 28, 2020
Broadway Rewind: Sutton Foster & More Get Ready to Bring LITTLE WOMEN to Broadway in 2005
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2020
Bebe Neuwirth News
DEAD OUTLAW, STEREOPHONIC & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Read the full list of 2024 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations! Leading the nominations are Stereophonic and Dead Outlaw.
Photos: CABARET Cast Serves Double the Red Carpet Looks on Opening Weekend
Rebecca Frecknall's production of Cabaret celebrated not one, but two opening nights at the August Wilson Theatre and you can check out photos of all of the best fashions from both nights here.
Video: Bebe Neuwirth Talks Returning to Broadway with CABARET on CBS MORNINGS
Bebe Neuwirth, who is currently playing the role of Fraulein Schneider in the Broadway revival of Cabaret, visited CBS Mornings on Tuesday. She discussed her return to Broadway after ten years away, and what she loves about the show and this production in particular. Watch the interview here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 23, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin to Talk CABARET on TODAY WITH HODA & JENNA This Friday
Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin on TODAY with Hoda and Jenna this week! On Friday April 26, the Cabaret stars will be on TODAY to talk the new production, which is currently running at the August Wilson Theatre. The program airs 10:00-11:00 a.m. EDT on NBC.
Photos: Vanessa Williams and Bebe Neuwirth Announce the 2024 Drama League Award Nominations
Two-time Emmy and two-time Tony winner Bebe Neuwirth, and Grammy, Emmy, and Tony nominee Vanessa Williams, announced the 2024 Drama League Awards Nominations this morning, Monday, April 22, 2024 at 10:00AM. Check out photos from the event here!
What Do the Drama League Nominations Mean for the 2024 Tony Awards?
Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams announced the 2024 Drama League Awards nominees. What does today's news mean for the rest of awards season? Does love from the Drama League usually mean that a Tony nomination will follow?
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards
Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Review Roundup: CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Opens on Broadway
Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club opened tonight at the August Wilson Theatre on Broadway. Check out what the critics had to say here!
Video: Watch Highlights from CABARET on Broadway
Watch highlights from Cabaret on Broadway here!
Video: Redmayne, Rankin, Neuwirth, and More Talk CABARET on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
Watch Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin, Bebe Neuwirth, and more discuss starring in the immersive production of Cabaret to Broadway in the video here!
Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams To Announce 2024 Drama League Nominations
Broadway stars Bebe Neuwirth and Vanessa Williams join forces to announce the 2024 Drama League Nominees, marking a significant event in the theatre industry.
CABARET Star Eddie Redmayne to Appear on GOOD MORNING AMERICA Next Week
Tune in to see Eddie Redmayne on Good Morning America next week! On Thursday April 25, the Cabaret star will be on GMA to talk the new production, which is currently in previews. In Cabaret, he plays 'The Emcee', a role played by Joel Grey in the 1966 and 1987 Broadway productions. At this time, it is unknown if he will be performing a number from the show.
Photos: First Look at Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin & More in CABARET
Get a first look at photos of Eddie Redmayne, Gayle Rankin and more in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway.
Video: Vanessa Williams & Bebe Neuwirth Announce the 2024 Drama League Awards Nominees
In this video, watch as Grammy, Emmy, and Tony nominee Vanessa Williams and Bebe Neuwirth co-host the 2024 Drama League Awards Nominations announcement from the Lincoln Center’s New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. You can watch the live stream exclusively here at BroadwayWorld.
Photos: CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Celebrates Joel Grey's 92nd Birthday!
Last night, the company of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club Broadway legend Joel Grey’s 92nd birthday on stage at the August Wilson Theatre. See photos of the show's Academy and Tony-winning star with the production's stars, Eddie Redmayne and Gayle Rankin.
Video: Joel Grey and Eddie Redmayne Talk CABARET and The 'Emcee' Legacy
Last night, the company of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club wilkommened some very special guests to their immersive nightclub home! Eddie Redmayne currently in previews as the ‘Emcee’ in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club celebrated Broadway legend Joel Grey’s 92nd birthday on stage at the August Wilson Theatre.
The Broadway 2023/24 Season by Olivier Award Winners
This Sunday, London's biggest theatre stars come together to celebrate the 2024 Laurence Olivier Awards, hosted by Hannah Waddingham. While it might take some time for this season's nominees to make it across the pond (NOTE: Sunset Boulevard, Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, and Stranger Things: First Shadow have already announced plans to transfer next season), you can catch past Olivier-winning productions on Broadway now.
CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB Will Offer $25 Digital Lottery For Broadway Run
Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club will offer a $25 digital lottery ticket policy, which has been announced ahead of the musical's first preview on Monday, April 1 at the August Wilson Theatre. Find out how to enter the Cabaret lottery here!
Meet the Cast of CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
The Kit Kat Club is now open! Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, starring Academy Award and Tony Award winner Eddie Redmayne and introducing Gayle Rankin, begins previews tonight, April 1, at the August Wilson Theatre. Meet the cast of Cabaret here!
Bebe Neuwirth FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Bebe Neuwirth been in?
Bebe Neuwirth has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.
How many West End shows has Bebe Neuwirth been in?
Bebe Neuwirth has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Bebe Neuwirth's first West End show?
Bebe Neuwirth's first West End show was Kiss of the Spider Woman which opened in 1992
What awards has Bebe Neuwirth been nominated for?
Bebe Neuwirth has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Actress in a Musical by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "The Addams Family," the Distinguished Performance Award by the Drama League Awards for "Chicago," Best Actress - Musical by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Chicago," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Chicago," Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Chicago," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Sweet Charity."
What awards has Bebe Neuwirth won?
Bebe Neuwirth has won several awards for her performances in Broadway productions. These include the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards for "Chicago," Best Actress - Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Chicago," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical from the Tony Awards for "Chicago," Outstanding Actress - Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for "Chicago," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical from the Tony Awards for "Sweet Charity."
What is Bebe Neuwirth next theatre project?
Bebe Neuwirth's next show will be Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club which opens on 4/21/2024 on Broadway.
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