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Laurie Beechman

Date of Death: March 08, 1998 (44)

Birth Place: Philadelphia, PA, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

Dangerous Music
[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 1988
Performer
Les Miserables Les Miserables
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Fantine [Replacement]
Cats
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Grizabella [Replacement]
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1982
Narrator
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1981
Narrator
Narrator
The Pirates of Penzance
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1981
Performer (Swing)
Annie
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1977
A Star to Be
Bonnie Boylan
Cecille
Ensemble
Perkins
Sophie, the Kettle
Annie
[East Haddam, CT (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1976
Performer
Carrie
[New York]
Reading, 1986
Miss Gardner

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1982 - Performance

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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West Bank Café has revealed their partnership with The Al Hirschfeld Foundation, lining the walls of the 42nd Street restaurant with both originals and limited-edition lithographs of Broadway’s biggest stars. Learn more!
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by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2025

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets presented The 39th MAC Awards on Monday, April 10, 2025, at a LIVE ceremony at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space. Check out the winners list here!
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Ariana DeBose, Lorna Luft, and More Join Laurie Beechman Theatre Reopening Event
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2025

Additional performers including Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose, Tony Award nominee Andrea McArdle, Lorna Luft, and Nina West, have been added to the lineup for Renaissance Gala.
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by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

Ann Talman brings her award-winning show Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile to the Wells Theatre in Norfolk, Virginia, on Friday, April 18 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 PM; and Sunday, April 20 at 2:00 PM.
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Matt Doyle Brings BON VOYAGE! to The Beechman Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2025

The Laurie Beechman Theatre will continue its star-studded renaissance with a farewell event you won’t want to miss: Tony Award winner Matt Doyle takes the stage for three performances only in Matt Doyle: Bon Voyage.
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by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2025

Sandy Duncan, a beloved star of Broadway, television and film, will be the focus of an exclusive Drama Desk interview/audience Q&A program that will feature video clips of some of her greatest performances.
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by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2025

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

Tom D’Angora and Michael D'Angora, producers and owners of the West Bank Café, will present the official Renaissance Gala, marking the reopening of the Laurie Beechman Theatre. Learn more and see how to attend.
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We delve into the shifting tides of arts funding, from the NEA's controversial policy changes to the crucial need for increased support in NYC public schools. We also examine the profound impact of political appointments on cultural institutions, as seen in the 'Hamilton' cancellation and the Kennedy Center's board changes. Additionally, we honor the legacy of a theatrical giant with the passing of Athol Fugard.
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David Rockwell Will Renovate the Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 7, 2025

Tony Award winner, architect and designer, David Rockwell will lead the renovation of the Laurie Beechman Theatre. The work is set to be completed by Spring 2025. 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Laurie Beechman been in?

Laurie Beechman has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Laurie Beechman been in?

Laurie Beechman has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Laurie Beechman been nominated for?

Laurie Beechman has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." She also received a nomination for Performance at the Theatre World Awards for the same production. Additionally, Beechman was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for her performance in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat."

What awards has Laurie Beechman won?

Laurie Beechman has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for her role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

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