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BIO

Miss Halston is one of New York’s busiest actresses and was the recipient of the 2021 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her advocacy on behalf of The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Her Broadway credits are numerous, including Tootsie, Hairspray, Gypsy, Anything Goes, and The Twentieth Century. She received the Richard Seff Award for her acclaimed performance in You Can’t Take itwith You and has garnered four Drama Desk nominations for her Broadway and off-Broadway work. Miss Halston was a founding member of Charles Busch’s legendary theatre company and co-starred with Mr. Busch in many productions including TheDivine Sister, Red Scare on Sunset and The Lady in Question. They starred together in the independent feature film, The Sixth Reel. In addition, Miss Halston recently completed the independent feature films, Intermedium and Simchas and Sorrows and Chosen Family with Heather Graham. Television credits include a recurring role on the latest “Gossip Girl”, guest roles on “The Good Fight”, “Almost Family” and “Divorce”. In addition, she has reprised her role of the popular character , Bitsy Von Muffling on the Sex and The City reboot, “And Just Like That”on MAX. Miss Halston’s web series, Virtual Halston was a pandemic hit with over 40 YOUTUBE episodes.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Mrs. Soames

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Off-Braodway Premiere, 2024
Gummy

[Off-Broadway]
2021
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Rita Marshall

[Chicago]
Pre-Broadway Run, 2018
Rita Mallory

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Concert Production, 2017
Sister

[New York]
Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw Production, 2017
Performer

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere at McCarter Theatre Center, 2017
Mrs. Hubbard

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Off-Broadway Original Production, 2016
Midge Braverman

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2016
Mrs. Winthrop

[Boston]
Huntington Theatre Company, 2015
Miss Trixie

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Madame Dilly [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Gay Wellington

[Off-Broadway]
Primary Stages Production, 2014
Rita

[Off-Broadway]
Primary Stages Production, 2011
Wendy

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2011
Mrs. Evangeline Harcourt [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Iris / Rita / Charlotte

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Vivian Beale Somerset

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Ida Webb

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Electra, Miss Cratchitt

[New York]
Workshop, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Denizen of Baltimore [Replacement], Gym Teacher [Replacement], Matron [Replacement], Prudy Pingleton [Replacement], Velma Von Tussle [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2001
First Saleswoman, Mudmask, Lucy, First Woman, Sylvia (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2000
Mrs. McCutcheon, Lorraine Sheldon (Understudy), Miss Preen (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1997
Berry Courtesan

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Lenore

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Pat Pilford

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Pat Pilford

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Kitty

[Off-Broadway]
1988
Kitty

[Off-Broadway]
1985
Mrs. Tooley/Stella, Cookie Gibbs/Valerie Waverly/Miss Ellerbe/Olive Sanborn/Old Mag/Peona/Irish O'Flanagan (Understudy)

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 1987]
Associate Producer

Writing

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Isabelle Stevenson Award

Julie HalstonN/A

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, You Can't Take it with You

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, You Can't Take it with You


winner
- 2011 - Legend of Off Broadway Award

Julie Halston

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, The Divine Sister

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, Twentieth Century

Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Julie Halston, Red Scare on Sunset

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Costume Design

Halston , The Act

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News


Photos: VIRTUAL HALSTON Returns with Live Episode at Birdland Featuring Paul Rudnick
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026

Julie Halston brought her web series Virtual Halston to the Birdland stage for a one-night-only event featuring playwright and novelist Paul Rudnick. See photos from the event here!
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Ali Louis Bourzgui and More to Receive Actors' Equity Foundation '26 Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026

The Actors’ Equity Foundation has revealed the recipients of its 2026 awards for theatre artists. These honors will be awarded at a ceremony emceed by Julie Halston, a previous recipient of the Foundation's Richard Seff Award.
Birdland Jazz Club Will Present Julie Halston, Bill Charlap Trio & More In May 2026
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including Julie Halston, Bill Charlap Trio, Michael Wolff Quartet, Robin McKelle, and recurring acts like Jim Caruso's Cast Party and the Birdland Big Band.
João Bosco, Gabrielle Cavassa, Joey Alexander, Bill Charlap and More Coming Up At Birdland Jazz
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full month of nightly performances, including a João Bosco 80th Birthday Celebration, a Miles Davis Centennial tribute, and sets from Bill Charlap, Joey Alexander, and Robin McKelle.
Mary-Mitchell Campbell to Receive the 2026 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that Mary-Mitchell Campbell will receive the 2026 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her unwavering dedication to advocacy work through the arts.
LIZA! AT 80 Celebration To Feature Kristin Chenoweth, Donna Murphy, Beth Leavel and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026

Transport Group announced tickets on sale for LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night-only tribute at Carnegie Hall featuring Kristin Chenoweth, Donna Murphy, Andrew Rannells, and more honoring Liza Minnelli's 60-year career.
Student Blog: Playbills, Selfies and Genuine Kindness
by Student Blogger: Olivia Clark - Apr 21, 2026

As a 13-year-old musical theater fanatic on her first trip to New York City, I stood at the Winter Garden Theatre stage door on a hot August afternoon in 2019.
Photos: UNDER THE COVERS WITH VICTORIA SHAW Returns to Birdland with Paul Adelstein & Gary Burr
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026

Under the Covers with Victoria Shaw” made a return to the Birdland stage. Get a first look at photos from the performance. Victoria was joined by Paul Adelstein and Gary Burr for a relaxed, story-filled evening of hit songs and the tales behind them.
Kelli O’Hara, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Patrick Ball and More Join Broadway Earth Day Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

Additional performers and guest speakers have been revealed for the 5th Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day Concert, including Kelli O’Hara, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Patrick Ball and more.
Mary Testa Will Fill In for Jackie Hoffman in FINDING DOROTHY PARKER
by Gillian Blum - Apr 12, 2026

Due to last-minute scheduling conflicts, the previously announced Jackie Hoffman will not be appearing in all performances of Finding Dorothy Parker at The Laurie Beechman Theatre this week, with three-time Tony-nominee Mary Testa filling in.
Photos: GOTTA DANCE! Celebrates Opening Night at Stage 42
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 1, 2026

GOTTA DANCE! is now playing at Stage 42 in New York City. Go inside opening night with new photos from the red carpet. Watch a new video of highlights from the show!
Jessie Mueller, Jenn Colella and More to Join Earth Day Concert in Times Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026

The 5th Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day concert will take place Saturday, April 25 from 11am–3pm in Times Square’s Duffy Square in front of the iconic red steps. The event will feature a lineup of Broadway stars.
Kecia Lewis and Kelsie Watts Join BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF! 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026

Tony Award-winner Kecia Lewis and Kelsie Watts have joined the lineup of Broadway voices taking the stage in support of people living with pulmonary fibrosis (PF), a life-threatening lung disease at Broadway Belts for PFF.
Photos: Travis Moser and Charles Busch Team Up for MIXTAPE at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

International cabaret and recording artist Travis Moser returned to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with his new show Mixtape. See photos! 
Photos: MARCEL ON THE TRAIN Celebrates Opening Night at Classic Stage Company
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 24, 2026

The world premiere of Marcel on the Train, co-written by Marshall Pailet and Tony Award nominee Ethan Slater, and directed by Pailet, recently celebrated its opening night. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from opening night here!
Video: THE BEAUTY Episode 7 Trailer Reveals Kelli O’Hara Appearance
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2026

In a show already full of Broadway veterans, a new trailer for Episode 7 of The Beauty has confirmed the appearance of Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara. Watch the promo now.
Video: Ashton Kutcher Makes a Discovery in THE BEAUTY Episode 6 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026

A trailer has been released for the forthcoming episode of FX's The Beauty, which teases the discovery of some potential problems with the 'miracle drug.' Check out the promo now.
Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and More to Star in BROADWAY BELTS FOR PFF!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

The lineup has been revealed for the 16th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! at SONY Hall with a simultaneous virtual livestream. The event will feature Christine Ebersole, Jelani Alladin and more.
Video: Watch a Preview of Episode 5 of FX's THE BEAUTY
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2026

In this week's installment of FX's The Beauty, a group of billionaires gather to make history. Check out a promo for the fifth episode now, featuring Broadway veteran Peter Gallagher and Vincent D'Onofrio as guest stars. 
FINDING DOROTHY PARKER To Return To The Laurie Beechman Theatre With Julie Halston, Ann Harada, Jackie Hoffman, And Anika Larsen
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2026

Finding Dorothy Parker, directed by Douglas Carter Beane, will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre for two performances on February 5 and 6. The revue features Julie Halston, Ann Harada, Jackie Hoffman, and Anika Larsen performing the work of Dorothy Parker.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Julie Halston been in?

Julie Halston has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Julie Halston been in?

Julie Halston has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Julie Halston been nominated for?

Isabelle Stevenson Award (Tony Awards) for N/A, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for You Can't Take it with You, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for You Can't Take it with You, Legend of Off Broadway Award (), Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Divine Sister, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Twentieth Century , Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Red Scare on Sunset and Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Act.

What awards has Julie Halston won?

Julie Halston has won the Isabelle Stevenson Award (Tony Awards) and the Legend of Off Broadway Award.

How many shows has Julie Halston written?

Julie Halston has written 1 shows including Julie Halston's Lifetime of Comedy (Playwright).

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