Dana Ivey
Birth Place: Atlanta, GA, USA
Latest News on Dana Ivey:
Kenita R. Miller, Julia Murney and More Will Take Part in WATCHER IN THE WOODS Reading (Apr 22, 2024)
Mark Ruffalo and Jessica Hecht to Star in IRONWEED at BAM (Apr 15, 2024)
Julie White, Abby Mueller & More to Join The Acting Company Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson (Apr 15, 2024)
Kenita R. Miller, Julia Murney and More Will Take Part in WATCHER IN THE WOODS Reading (Apr 22, 2024)
Mark Ruffalo and Jessica Hecht to Star in IRONWEED at BAM (Apr 15, 2024)
Julie White, Abby Mueller & More to Join The Acting Company Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson (Apr 15, 2024)
BIO
Dana is a five-time Tony Award nominee for her work on Broadway, and won the 1997 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play for her work in both Sex and Longing and The Last Night of Ballyhoo. Her film appearances include The Color Purple (1985), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988), The Addams Family (1991), Two Weeks Notice (2002), Rush Hour 3 (2007) and The Help (2011).
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Dana Ivey, Butley
winner
Obie Awards - 2006 - Performance
Dana Ivey, Mrs. Warren's Profession
Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play
Dana IveyCat on a Hot Tin Roof
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Dana Ivey, The Rivals
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Dana Ivey, Major Barbara
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play
Dana Ivey, The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Actress - Play
Dana Ivey, The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Dana Ivey, The Last Night of Ballyhoo
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play
Dana Ivey, Sex and Longing
Helen Hayes Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production
Dana IveyWencelas Square
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Actress - Play
Dana Ivey, Driving Miss Daisy
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Actress - Play
Dana Ivey, Wenceslas Square
winner
Obie Awards - 1987 - Performance
Dana Ivey, Driving Miss Daisy
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Dana Ivey, Heartbreak House
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Dana Ivey, Present Laughter & Quartermaine's Terms
Videos
Angela Lansbury, Kevin Kline, Patti LuPone, and More Set for Acting Company's Ruby Ball, 12/3
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 13, 2012
TV: Broadway Beat Goes Inside THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Opening Night
by Broadway Beat - Jan 19, 2011
STAGE TUBE: Roundabout Staff Discusses The Importance of Being Earnest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 28, 2010
News
Kenita R. Miller, Julia Murney and More Will Take Part in WATCHER IN THE WOODS Reading
Producers announced an industry reading of the new musical in development WATCHER IN THE WOODS. Check out all of the details on who will star and who leads the creative team here.
Producers announced an industry reading of the new musical in development WATCHER IN THE WOODS. Check out all of the details on who will star and who leads the creative team here.
Mark Ruffalo and Jessica Hecht to Star in IRONWEED at BAM
On May 17th BAM will present IRONWEED: An Evening of Art & Humanity, based on William Kennedy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
On May 17th BAM will present IRONWEED: An Evening of Art & Humanity, based on William Kennedy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Julie White, Abby Mueller & More to Join The Acting Company Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson
Tony Award winner Julie White will host The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Tony Award winner Julie White will host The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
How Often are People Tony-Nominated for Different Shows in the Same Season?
This time, the reader question was: How often are people Tony Award-nominated for different shows in the same season?
This time, the reader question was: How often are people Tony Award-nominated for different shows in the same season?
The Acting Company Will Honor Stephen McKinley Henderson at 'Fantastic Journeys' Gala
The Acting Company has announced that Stephen McKinley Henderson will receive the John Houseman Award Honor, and William H. Wright II will receive the Joan M. Warburg Award Honor, as part of The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala.
The Acting Company has announced that Stephen McKinley Henderson will receive the John Houseman Award Honor, and William H. Wright II will receive the Joan M. Warburg Award Honor, as part of The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala.
WATCHER IN THE WOODS Musical Will Get Workshop in 2024
Producer Douglas Thompson announced development of the musical WATCHER IN THE WOODS, based on the 1976 novel by Florence Engel Randall, with music by Johanna Telander, book & lyrics by Douglas Thompson, and directed by Saki Kawamura.
Producer Douglas Thompson announced development of the musical WATCHER IN THE WOODS, based on the 1976 novel by Florence Engel Randall, with music by Johanna Telander, book & lyrics by Douglas Thompson, and directed by Saki Kawamura.
Steven Ditmyer Will Direct BETTINGER'S LUGGAGE at AMT
Producer Laura Elrick is thrilled to announce that acclaimed Meisner Teacher and Director Steven Ditmyer will be directing Al Tapper's Bettinger's Luggage, scheduled to open September 19th, 2023 at AMT Theater.
Producer Laura Elrick is thrilled to announce that acclaimed Meisner Teacher and Director Steven Ditmyer will be directing Al Tapper's Bettinger's Luggage, scheduled to open September 19th, 2023 at AMT Theater.
Photos: Go Inside The Acting Company's Reimagined Renaissance Gala
See photos from The Acting Company's gala featuring Ezra Knight as the host!
See photos from The Acting Company's gala featuring Ezra Knight as the host!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of SUMMER, 1976
Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Summer, 1976, opened last night at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!
Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of Summer, 1976, opened last night at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street). BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!
Ezra Knight & Sara Bareilles Join The Acting Company's Annual Reimagined Renaissance Gala
Ezra Knight will host The Acting Company’s annual Reimagined Renaissance Gala, featuring a performance by Sara Bareilles. See how to purchase tickets!
Ezra Knight will host The Acting Company’s annual Reimagined Renaissance Gala, featuring a performance by Sara Bareilles. See how to purchase tickets!
Rainn Wilson And Dakin Matthews to be Honored at The Acting Company's Annual Reimagined Renaissance Gala
Rainn Wilson will receive the Joan M. Warburg Award Honor and that Dakin Matthews will receive the John Houseman Award Honor, as part of The Acting Company’s annual Reimagined Renaissance Gala on April 24, 2023 at Capitale.
Rainn Wilson will receive the Joan M. Warburg Award Honor and that Dakin Matthews will receive the John Houseman Award Honor, as part of The Acting Company’s annual Reimagined Renaissance Gala on April 24, 2023 at Capitale.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of CHESTER BAILEY at Irish Repertory Theatre
Irish Repertory Theatre just celebrated opening night of the New York Premiere of Chester Bailey by Emmy Award winner Joseph Dougherty ('thirtysomething,' My Favorite Year) and directed by Emmy Award nominee Ron Lagomarsino (Digby, 'Homefront'). Starring real-life father and son, Tony Award winner Reed Birney and Ephraim Birney, Chester Bailey will run through November 13, 2022. Check out photos from opening night!
Irish Repertory Theatre just celebrated opening night of the New York Premiere of Chester Bailey by Emmy Award winner Joseph Dougherty ('thirtysomething,' My Favorite Year) and directed by Emmy Award nominee Ron Lagomarsino (Digby, 'Homefront'). Starring real-life father and son, Tony Award winner Reed Birney and Ephraim Birney, Chester Bailey will run through November 13, 2022. Check out photos from opening night!
André De Shields to Receive Matador Award for Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY Benefit Gala
Red Bull Theater today announced that André De Shields will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, its benefit event on Monday June 13th at 6pm.
Red Bull Theater today announced that André De Shields will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at REVELRY, its benefit event on Monday June 13th at 6pm.
DRIVING MISS DAISY Opens Next in Florida Rep's ArtStage Studio Theatre
Florida Repertory Theatre’s 2021-2022 Season continues with Alfred Uhry’s modern classic, “Driving Miss Daisy.” The Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a timeless story about the power of friendship and the endurance of human connection.
Florida Repertory Theatre’s 2021-2022 Season continues with Alfred Uhry’s modern classic, “Driving Miss Daisy.” The Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a timeless story about the power of friendship and the endurance of human connection.
Virtual Theatre This Weekend: June 5-6- with Alex Newell, Heather Headley, and More!
Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, June 5-6, 2021.
Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, June 5-6, 2021.
Jonathan Hadary Receives Equity Foundation Shakespeare Award
Jonathan Hadary has received the annual St. Clair Bayfield Award presented by the Actors' Equity Foundation for his performance as Sicinius Velutus in The Public Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park Coriolanus. The announcement was made by Judy Rice, President of the Foundation, and Joan Glazer, Managing Director.
Jonathan Hadary has received the annual St. Clair Bayfield Award presented by the Actors' Equity Foundation for his performance as Sicinius Velutus in The Public Theatre's Shakespeare in the Park Coriolanus. The announcement was made by Judy Rice, President of the Foundation, and Joan Glazer, Managing Director.
Kean Stage to Host Michael Cerveris, Dana Ivey and Richard Masur in NPR's SELECTED SHORTS
NPR's hit public radio series Selected Shorts is coming to Kean Stage's Enlow Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 16 with an evening of festive stories filled with love, laughter and nostalgia. The stories will be read by actors Michael Cerveris, Dana Ivey and Richard Masur.
NPR's hit public radio series Selected Shorts is coming to Kean Stage's Enlow Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 16 with an evening of festive stories filled with love, laughter and nostalgia. The stories will be read by actors Michael Cerveris, Dana Ivey and Richard Masur.
Complete Cast Announced for Starry Reading of RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET
Red Bull Theater today announced the cast for the one-night-only, all-star benefit concert performance of the Olivier Award-winning Best Musical Return to the Forbidden Planet, a musical of Shakespearean proportions by Bob Carlton. The 2019-'20 Season kick-off event will take place Monday October 21st at the Peter Norton Symphony Space (2537 Broadway at 95th Street)
Red Bull Theater today announced the cast for the one-night-only, all-star benefit concert performance of the Olivier Award-winning Best Musical Return to the Forbidden Planet, a musical of Shakespearean proportions by Bob Carlton. The 2019-'20 Season kick-off event will take place Monday October 21st at the Peter Norton Symphony Space (2537 Broadway at 95th Street)
Morgan Freeman and Dana Ivey to Lead Benefit Reading of DRIVING MISS DAISY
The Acting Company presents a one-night-only benefit reading of Driving Miss Daisy, the beloved play by Alfred Uhry, at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues), on Monday, November 11 at 7:00 PM. The performance reunites Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman and five-time Tony Award nominee Dana Ivey, who created the iconic roles of Hoke Colburn and Daisy Werthan in the original 1987 production Off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons.
The Acting Company presents a one-night-only benefit reading of Driving Miss Daisy, the beloved play by Alfred Uhry, at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (68th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues), on Monday, November 11 at 7:00 PM. The performance reunites Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman and five-time Tony Award nominee Dana Ivey, who created the iconic roles of Hoke Colburn and Daisy Werthan in the original 1987 production Off-Broadway at Playwrights Horizons.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Dana Ivey been in?
Dana Ivey has appeared on Broadway in 17 shows.
How many West End shows has Dana Ivey been in?
Dana Ivey has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Dana Ivey been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Butley, Performance (Obie Awards) for Mrs. Warren's Profession, Outstanding Supporting Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Rivals, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Major Barbara , Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Last Night of Ballyhoo, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Last Night of Ballyhoo , Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Last Night of Ballyhoo, Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Sex and Longing, Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Wencelas Square, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Driving Miss Daisy, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wenceslas Square, Performance (Obie Awards) for Driving Miss Daisy, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Heartbreak House and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Present Laughter & Quartermaine's Terms.
What awards has Dana Ivey won?
Dana Ivey has won several prestigious awards, including the Performance award from the Obie Awards for Mrs. Warren's Profession. She received the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for The Last Night of Ballyhoo. Additionally, she won the Best Actress in a Play award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for both Driving Miss Daisy and Wenceslas Square. She also received another Performance award from the Obie Awards for Driving Miss Daisy.
Videos