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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]

Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Iris / Rita / Charlotte

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Vivian Beale Somerset

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Ida Webb

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Miss Cratchitt

Electra

[New York]
Workshop, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Prudy Pingleton [Replacement]

Matron [Replacement]

Gym Teacher [Replacement]

Denizen of Baltimore [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

Miss Preen (Understudy)

Lorraine Sheldon (Understudy)

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

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


Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN

Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January

TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
Video: Jim Parsons Recalls First Time Reading OUR TOWN

In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is currently playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
Photos: On the Red Carpet of York Theatre Company's 2024 Gala

The York Theatre Company presented a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which honored musical theater legend Bernadette Peters. See photos from the red carpet.
Photos: York Theatre Company Gala Honors Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon

 The York Theatre Company recently hosted its 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which honored Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon. Check out photos from the event here!
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon

The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
Review: BERNADETTE PETERS at Carnegie Hall Is Iconic

Renowned Broadway singer Bernadette Peters made a stunning return to Carnegie Hall on Monday October 27, 2024. It had been nearly 30 years since her last show there in 1997, but it was well worth the wait. The show kicked off Carnegie Hall's 2024-25 Original series which continues tomorrow night with Pink Martini on 11/1
OUR TOWN to Honor Veterans in November in Partnership with TDF

The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!
Video: Katie Holmes, Jim Parsons & More OUR TOWN Cast Members on the Red Carpet

BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for the opening night of Our Town, starring Katie Holmes, Jim Parsons and more! See what the cast members had to say about the opening of the show, and learn more about the production!
Video: Zoey Deutch Discusses Longtime Dream of Performing OUR TOWN

Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
Photos: Stars Arrive for OUR TOWN Opening Night on Broadway

Stars came out for the opening of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre. Check out photos of Nina Dobrev, Shaun White, Kaitlyn Dever, Michael Kors, Raul Esparza, Cynthia Nixon and more as they arrive on the red carpet here!
Photos: OUR TOWN Cast & Creative Team Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night

Check out photos of Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes, and more on the opening night red carpet of Our Town on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
Video: Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes & More in OUR TOWN

Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, opened on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre where the production is running for a strictly limited engagement. Get a first look at footage from the production here! 
Photos: Inside OUR TOWN Opening Night Curtain Call

Check out photos from the opening night curtain call of Our Town on Broadway, starring Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes and more. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review Roundup: OUR TOWN On Broadway Starring Jim Parsons & More

Kenny Leon's production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town is now officially open on Broadway and the critics have had their say and we've rounded them up. Read all the reviews for the production, which marks the first major Broadway revival of the classic play in nearly 25 years.
Bill Butler and Michelle Kittrell Leave Industry Entertainment for Amplified

Bill Butler and Michelle Kittrell have left their positions at Industry Entertainment to join fellow Industry veterans Adam Levine, Brandy Rivers, and Michael Hepburn at Amplified.
Video: Jim Parsons Talks Building Community With OUR TOWN Cast

Jim Parsons is sharing his experience with the new revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Parsons plays the Stage Manager in the production, a role he says was an immediate 'yes' when it was offered to him. Watch his interview on the Today Show now!
Photos: Jim Parsons & More in OUR TOWN on Broadway

The new Broadway production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town is now in previews. Check out first photos of the cast in action here!
Photos/Video: 2024 BROADWAY FLEA MARKET Raises $1,421,675

Thousands of Broadway fans, countless theatrical treasures and dozens of Broadway stars lit up New York City’s Theater District - and ushered in a record-breaking fundraising total - when the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returned Sunday, September 22, 2024. Check out photos and video from the event!
Interview: OUR TOWN's Hagan Oliveras is the September 2024 Debut of the Month

BroadwayWorld has featured Our Town's Hagan Oliveras as the September 2024 Debut of the Month. Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Oliveras and see what he has to say about making his Broadway debut, starring alongside Jim Parsons, and much more.

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 from the 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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