Judith Anderson
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Movies
Blood Money
[ 1933 ] Ruby Darling
[ 1933 ] Ruby Darling
Forty Little Mothers
[ 1940 ] Madame Madeleine Granville
[ 1940 ] Madame Madeleine Granville
Rebecca
[ 1940 ] Mrs. Danvers
[ 1940 ] Mrs. Danvers
Free and Easy
[ 1941 ] Lady Joan Culver
[ 1941 ] Lady Joan Culver
Lady Scarface
[ 1941 ] Slade
[ 1941 ] Slade
Kings Row
[ 1942 ] Harriet Gordon
[ 1942 ] Harriet Gordon
All Through the Night
[ 1942 ] Madame
[ 1942 ] Madame
Edge of Darkness
[ 1943 ] Gerd Bjarnesen
[ 1943 ] Gerd Bjarnesen
Stage Door Canteen
[ 1943 ] Judith Anderson
[ 1943 ] Judith Anderson
Laura
[ 1944 ] Ann Treadwell
[ 1944 ] Ann Treadwell
And Then There Were None
[ 1945 ] Emily Brent
[ 1945 ] Emily Brent
Specter of the Rose
[ 1946 ] Madame La Sylph
[ 1946 ] Madame La Sylph
The Diary of a Chambermaid
[ 1946 ] Madame Lanlaire
[ 1946 ] Madame Lanlaire
The Strange Love of Martha Ivers
[ 1946 ] Mrs. Ivers
[ 1946 ] Mrs. Ivers
The Red House
[ 1947 ] Ellen Morgan
[ 1947 ] Ellen Morgan
Tycoon
[ 1947 ] Miss Braithwaite
[ 1947 ] Miss Braithwaite
Pursued
[ 1947 ] Mrs. Callum
[ 1947 ] Mrs. Callum
The Furies
[ 1950 ] Flo Burnett
[ 1950 ] Flo Burnett
The Ten Commandments
[ 1956 ] Memnet
[ 1956 ] Memnet
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
[ 1958 ] IdaBig MamaPollitt
[ 1958 ] IdaBig MamaPollitt
Cinderfella
[ 1960 ] Wicked Stepmother
[ 1960 ] Wicked Stepmother
Why Bother to Knock
[ 1961 ] Maggie
[ 1961 ] Maggie
Star Trek III: The Search for Spock
[ 1984 ] Vulcan High Priestess Dame Judith Anderson
[ 1984 ] Vulcan High Priestess Dame Judith Anderson
Impure Thoughts
[ 1986 ] The Sister of Purgatory
[ 1986 ] The Sister of Purgatory
TV Shows
Santa Barbara
Minx Lockridge
Minx Lockridge
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Judith Anderson, Medea
winner
Drama League Awards - 1948 - Distinguished Performance Award
Dame Judith Anderson
winner
Tony Awards - 1948 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Judith Anderson, Medea
Videos
Video: Richard Carson and Lauren Jones Perform 'Through the Night' From English-Language Premiere of REBECCA
by Stephi Wild - 2023-08-15 06:35:31
News
Shakespeare Theatre Reveals Cast For THE DEVIL'S DISCIPLE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey hs announced the cast for its upcoming reading of The Devil's Disciple by George Bernard Shaw, presented as part of the theatre's Revolutionary Voices play reading series.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey hs announced the cast for its upcoming reading of The Devil's Disciple by George Bernard Shaw, presented as part of the theatre's Revolutionary Voices play reading series.
Cast Set for THE DEVIL'S DISCIPLE at Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has revealed the cast for its upcoming reading of The Devil's Disciple by George Bernard Shaw, presented as part of the theatre's Revolutionary Voices play reading series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has revealed the cast for its upcoming reading of The Devil's Disciple by George Bernard Shaw, presented as part of the theatre's Revolutionary Voices play reading series.
The History of Feminist Plays That Came Before LIBERATION
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 28, 2025
As the fight for women to have equal rights and opportunities has evolved, so has the presence of plays telling these stories. When I wrote my book, Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy that the History Books Left Out, the first-ever book about female musical theatre writers, I researched many musicals that are in this genre as well.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 28, 2025
As the fight for women to have equal rights and opportunities has evolved, so has the presence of plays telling these stories. When I wrote my book, Women Writing Musicals: The Legacy that the History Books Left Out, the first-ever book about female musical theatre writers, I researched many musicals that are in this genre as well.
Photos: First Look at the English Language Premiere of REBECCA
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
Richard Carson, Lauren Jones and Kara Lane head the cast for the eagerly anticipated English language premiere of the critically acclaimed musical ‘Rebecca’. Check out all new photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
Richard Carson, Lauren Jones and Kara Lane head the cast for the eagerly anticipated English language premiere of the critically acclaimed musical ‘Rebecca’. Check out all new photos here!
Video: Richard Carson and Lauren Jones Perform 'Through the Night' From English-Language Premiere of REBECCA
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2023
An all new video has been released from the English language premiere of REBECCA at Charing Cross Theatre. The video features Richard Carson as Maxim de Winter and Lauren Jones as Second Mrs de Winter singing 'Through the Night', featuring Pianist Tom Knowles.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2023
An all new video has been released from the English language premiere of REBECCA at Charing Cross Theatre. The video features Richard Carson as Maxim de Winter and Lauren Jones as Second Mrs de Winter singing 'Through the Night', featuring Pianist Tom Knowles.
Photos: First Look at the Cast of REBECCA at Charing Cross Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023
Richard Carson, Lauren Jones and Kara Lane head the cast for the eagerly anticipated English language premiere of the critically acclaimed musical ‘Rebecca’. Check out all new photos of the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023
Richard Carson, Lauren Jones and Kara Lane head the cast for the eagerly anticipated English language premiere of the critically acclaimed musical ‘Rebecca’. Check out all new photos of the cast here!
Richard Carson, Lauren Jones and Kara Lane Will Lead English Language Premiere of REBECCA
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2023
Richard Carson, Lauren Jones and Kara Lane will lead the cast for the eagerly anticipated English language premiere of the critically acclaimed musical ‘Rebecca’. Performances run 4 September to 18 November at Charing Cross Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 20, 2023
Richard Carson, Lauren Jones and Kara Lane will lead the cast for the eagerly anticipated English language premiere of the critically acclaimed musical ‘Rebecca’. Performances run 4 September to 18 November at Charing Cross Theatre.
World Premiere of Joel Greenhouse's COLD BLOODED to be Presented at Theater For The New City in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2022
Theater for the New City will present the world premiere of Joel Greenhouse's COLD BLOODED, directed by Joe John Battista, running November 10 - 27, 2022. Previews begin November 10 for a November 12 opening.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2022
Theater for the New City will present the world premiere of Joel Greenhouse's COLD BLOODED, directed by Joe John Battista, running November 10 - 27, 2022. Previews begin November 10 for a November 12 opening.
Her Majesty's Theatre New Ian and Pamela Wall Gallery and Pickard Terrace Unveiled
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2021
The new Ian and Pamela Wall gallery will become the designated home to Adelaide Festival Centre's Performing Arts Collection, starting with the first exhibition featuring historic images, memorabilia, architecture plans, video and décor celebrating the recent $66 million redevelopment and 108 years of performing arts history of the transformed Her Majesty's Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 12, 2021
The new Ian and Pamela Wall gallery will become the designated home to Adelaide Festival Centre's Performing Arts Collection, starting with the first exhibition featuring historic images, memorabilia, architecture plans, video and décor celebrating the recent $66 million redevelopment and 108 years of performing arts history of the transformed Her Majesty's Theatre.
Shaw Festival Announces Casting and Creative Teams for 2021 Main Season Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2021
Artistic Director Tim Carroll has announced casting for the Shaw Festival’s upcoming productions of Charley’s Aunt, Flush, The Devil’s Disciple, Sherlock Holmes and the Raven’s Curse, A Short History of Niagara and Trouble in Mind.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2021
Artistic Director Tim Carroll has announced casting for the Shaw Festival’s upcoming productions of Charley’s Aunt, Flush, The Devil’s Disciple, Sherlock Holmes and the Raven’s Curse, A Short History of Niagara and Trouble in Mind.
Carrick Hill Re-Opens After 17 Month $3.3 Million Renovation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2020
Following a $3.3million renovation Carrick Hill, the 1939 estate and former residence of Sir Edward and Lady Hayward in the Adelaide foothills will re-open to the public from Saturday 28 November. The house been closed since July 2019 for the work.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2020
Following a $3.3million renovation Carrick Hill, the 1939 estate and former residence of Sir Edward and Lady Hayward in the Adelaide foothills will re-open to the public from Saturday 28 November. The house been closed since July 2019 for the work.
Maude Davey Will Direct Reading of Theresa Borg's DAME & COMMANDER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2020
Antipodes Theatre Company has announced the final entry in their 2020 Ricochet Reading Series, Theresa Borg’s Dame & Commander. The virtual reading will be streamed live to the ATC Facebook Page on Monday 7th December at 7:00pm and remain available for one week.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2020
Antipodes Theatre Company has announced the final entry in their 2020 Ricochet Reading Series, Theresa Borg’s Dame & Commander. The virtual reading will be streamed live to the ATC Facebook Page on Monday 7th December at 7:00pm and remain available for one week.
PLAY OF THE DAY! Today's Play: THREE SISTERS by Anton Chekhov
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2020
During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Anton Chekhov. Today's play, Three Sisters!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2020
During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of Anton Chekhov. Today's play, Three Sisters!
Hub Theatre Company of Boston's 'Somewhat-Shakespeare' Season to Kick Off with WITTENBERG
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2020
Hub Theatre Company of Boston will launch its highly anticipated season of 'somewhat-Shakespeare' with Wittenberg, a witty and withering piece of historic fanfiction by award-winning playwright David Davalos. The show, directed by Daniel Bourque, runs Friday, March 27 through Saturday, April 11, 2020 at First Church Boston, 66 Marlborough Street in Boston's Back Bay.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2020
Hub Theatre Company of Boston will launch its highly anticipated season of 'somewhat-Shakespeare' with Wittenberg, a witty and withering piece of historic fanfiction by award-winning playwright David Davalos. The show, directed by Daniel Bourque, runs Friday, March 27 through Saturday, April 11, 2020 at First Church Boston, 66 Marlborough Street in Boston's Back Bay.
BWW Review: Eight O'Clock Theatre Puts on the Ritz with Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
by Peter Nason - Jul 12, 2019
It's a marvelous production of a so-so musical.
by Peter Nason - Jul 12, 2019
It's a marvelous production of a so-so musical.
Stephen S. Miller Presents THE BELLE OF AMHERST At American Theatre Of Actors
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2019
THE BELLE OF AMHERST takes place through the current and past experiences of EMILY DICKINSON'S life from 1830-1886 and is set in her home in Amherst Massachusetts. The reclusive nineteenth-century poet EMILY DICKINSON recollects her past through her work, her diaries and letters, and a few encounters with significant people in her life. WILLIAM LUCE'S classic play shows both the pain and joy of Dickinson's secluded life.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2019
THE BELLE OF AMHERST takes place through the current and past experiences of EMILY DICKINSON'S life from 1830-1886 and is set in her home in Amherst Massachusetts. The reclusive nineteenth-century poet EMILY DICKINSON recollects her past through her work, her diaries and letters, and a few encounters with significant people in her life. WILLIAM LUCE'S classic play shows both the pain and joy of Dickinson's secluded life.
THE BELLE OF AMHERST Returns To The Stage February 26
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2019
STEPHEN S MILLER presents THE BELLE OF AMHERST by WILLIAM LUCE. This production runs FEBRUARY 26th-MARCH 3rd, 2019 at AMERICAN THEATRE OF ACTORS (314 W. 54th Street, New York, NY 10019). Director: STEPHEN S. MILLER. Starring: JANE CULLEY* in this rarely done one-woman show, performing fifteen different characters including the featured historical figure, the groundbreaking poet EMIY DICKINSON. (*Appearing Courtesy of Actors Equity).
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2019
STEPHEN S MILLER presents THE BELLE OF AMHERST by WILLIAM LUCE. This production runs FEBRUARY 26th-MARCH 3rd, 2019 at AMERICAN THEATRE OF ACTORS (314 W. 54th Street, New York, NY 10019). Director: STEPHEN S. MILLER. Starring: JANE CULLEY* in this rarely done one-woman show, performing fifteen different characters including the featured historical figure, the groundbreaking poet EMIY DICKINSON. (*Appearing Courtesy of Actors Equity).
Stephen S. Miller Presents THE BELLE OF AMHERST At American Theatre Of Actors
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2019
THE BELLE OF AMHERST takes place through the current and past experiences of EMILY DICKINSON'S life from 1830-1886 and is set in her home in Amherst Massachusetts. The reclusive nineteenth-century poet EMILY DICKINSON recollects her past through her work, her diaries and letters, and a few encounters with significant people in her life. WILLIAM LUCE'S classic play shows both the pain and joy of Dickinson's secluded life.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2019
THE BELLE OF AMHERST takes place through the current and past experiences of EMILY DICKINSON'S life from 1830-1886 and is set in her home in Amherst Massachusetts. The reclusive nineteenth-century poet EMILY DICKINSON recollects her past through her work, her diaries and letters, and a few encounters with significant people in her life. WILLIAM LUCE'S classic play shows both the pain and joy of Dickinson's secluded life.
THE BELLE OF AMHERST Returns For Limited Run
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2019
THE BELLE OF AMHERST RETURNS TO THE STAGE ON FEBRUARY 26, 2019 to the American Theatre of Actors, and will star, world renowned actress, Jane Culley in the title role of Emily Dickinson. In her Amherst, Massachusetts home, the reclusive nineteenth-century poet Emily Dickinson recollects her past through her work, her diaries and letters, and a few encounters with significant people in her life. William Luce's classic play shows both the pain and joy of Dickinson's secluded life. Originally performed in 1976, directed by Charles Nelson Reilly and starring Julie Harris. The Belle of Amherst takes place through the current and past experiences of Emily Dickinson's life, 1830-1886 and is set in her home in Amherst Massachusetts.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2019
THE BELLE OF AMHERST RETURNS TO THE STAGE ON FEBRUARY 26, 2019 to the American Theatre of Actors, and will star, world renowned actress, Jane Culley in the title role of Emily Dickinson. In her Amherst, Massachusetts home, the reclusive nineteenth-century poet Emily Dickinson recollects her past through her work, her diaries and letters, and a few encounters with significant people in her life. William Luce's classic play shows both the pain and joy of Dickinson's secluded life. Originally performed in 1976, directed by Charles Nelson Reilly and starring Julie Harris. The Belle of Amherst takes place through the current and past experiences of Emily Dickinson's life, 1830-1886 and is set in her home in Amherst Massachusetts.
Theater 294, LI Rep Present THE MIRACLE WORKER
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2018
The Long Island Repertory Co. is presenting The Miracle Worker, William Gibson's classic play about Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan, from April 20 to May 6 at Theater 294.
by Julie Musbach - Apr 11, 2018
The Long Island Repertory Co. is presenting The Miracle Worker, William Gibson's classic play about Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan, from April 20 to May 6 at Theater 294.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Judith Anderson been in?
Judith Anderson has appeared on Broadway in 26 shows.
How many West End shows has Judith Anderson been in?
Judith Anderson has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Judith Anderson been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Medea, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Medea.
What awards has Judith Anderson won?
Judith Anderson has won the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards. She has been awarded an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in "The Dark at the Top of the Stairs," as well as a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for her performance in "Medea." Additionally, Anderson received a nomination for a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play for "King Lear."
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