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Lucille Ball

Birth Place: Jamestown, NY, USA

BIO

In 1936, she landed the role she hoped would lead her to Broadway, in the Bartlett Cormack play Hey Diddle Diddle, a comedy set in a duplex apartment in Hollywood. The play premiered in Princeton, New Jersey, on January 21, 1937, with Ball playing the part of Julie Tucker, "one of three roommates coping with neurotic directors, confused executives, and grasping stars, who interfere with the girls' ability to get ahead".


In 1940, Ball appeared as the lead in the musical Too Many Girls where she met and fell in love with Desi Arnaz, who played one of her character's four bodyguards in the movie.

She starred in Wildcat on Broadway, a musical with a book by N. Richard Nash, lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, and music by Cy Coleman.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1960
Wildcat Jackson

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Review: RED, Crazy Coqs
by Christiana Rose - May 27, 2026

Red is a dazzling and richly entertaining musical revue which celebrates the flame haired icons who have shaped stage and screen history, whilst simultaneously showcasing the extraordinary talents of its creator and performer, Amber Topaz. Stylish, intelligent and brimming with affection for its subjects, this is far more than a cabaret showcase. It is a lovingly crafted theatrical celebration of female performers whose influence continues to resonate across generations.
BILL & LOIS WILSON: IN THEIR OWN WORDS to Play Bedford Hills with Katonah Classic Stage
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026

Katonah Classic Stage will present BILL & LOIS WILSON: IN THEIR OWN WORDS, a play drawn from the diaries and letters of AA and Al-Anon founders, as part of a weekend of theater, film, and community events in Bedford Hills, NY.
Interview: 'A Showgirl Is A Showgirl!': Performer Amber Topaz on Her Show RED at Crazy Coqs
by Christiana Rose - May 20, 2026

On 24 May, cabaret siren Amber Topaz will be at Crazy Coqs to bring us Red, a musical revue celebrating redheaded musical theatre stars of stage and screen. A journey from Old Hollywood via the Westend to Broadway, with iconic show-stopping numbers that have shaped musical theatre her-story.
Mel Brooks Places Career Archives at National Comedy Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026

Mel Brooks announced his career archives, nearly 150,000 documents and over 5,000 photographs, will be preserved at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, spanning works from BLAZING SADDLES to THE PRODUCERS.
Mel Brooks Donates Historic Career Archives to the National Comedy Center
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2026

Mel Brooks, the Tony-winning comedy writer and performer behind The Producers, has placed his career archives at the National Comedy Center, the United States’ museum and national archive dedicated to comedy.
Photos: Morgan Scott, Samantha Tullie, Logan Eliza in THE CHER SHOW Regional Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2026

Moonlight Stage Productions, the resident theatre company at the City of Vista’s Moonlight Amphitheatre, is presenting the San Diego Regional Premiere production of THE CHER SHOW. Get a first look at photos here!
THE CHER SHOW Makes Regional Debut at Arizona Broadway Theatre in Peoria
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026

THE CHER SHOW makes its regional premiere at Arizona Broadway Theatre in Peoria, with three actresses portraying Cher across six decades of her career, featuring 35 of her most recognized songs.
Christine Ebersole and Billy Stritch Return to 54 Below This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

54 Below will welcome back two-time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole, joined by her longtime music director Billy Stritch, for a special evening celebrating their 25-year friendship.
Morgan Scott, Samantha Tullie, Logan Eliza, and Constantine Maroulis Will Lead Regional Premiere of THE CHER SHOW
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 15, 2026

Moonlight Stage Productions, the resident theatre company at the City of Vista’s Moonlight Amphitheatre, will open its 45th Anniversary Season with the San Diego Regional Premiere production of THE CHER SHOW. Find out who will lead the production here!
Suzie Toot Embarking on Summer Tour of New Solo Show SUZIE WITH A Z
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2026

RuPaul’s Drag Race star Suzie Toot is hitting the road this summer with an all-new solo tour. The breakout performer, who appeared in Season 17, will present her one-woman cabaret show “Suzie with a Z” across 17 U.S. cities this July.
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer & Seth Meyers to Headline National Comedy Center Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2026

Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer, and Seth Meyers will headline the National Comedy Center's annual comedy festival in Jamestown, New York, August 6–9, 2026, alongside Carol Leifer, Gina Brillon, and others.
Harrison Ford, SCRUBS Stars Join Lineup for PALEYFEST LA 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2026

Additional talent and moderators have joined the lineup for PaleyFest LA, including Harrison Ford who will join the Shrinking event, and Scrubs stars Judy Reyes, John C. McGinley, Neil Flynn, and Christa Miller.
The Paley Center for Media Reveals Schedule and Lineup for PaleyFest LA 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 26, 2026

The Paley Center for Media has unveiled the schedule for PaleyFest LA 2026, which will take place at the DOLBY THEATRE in Hollywood from Saturday, April 4, through Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Review: Bob O'Hare A Fine Music Man In WE TAKE THE TOWN at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Jan 26, 2026

Delightful and charming Bob O'Hare manages to pack a New York cabaret room on a frosty night in the city.
The Paley Center For Media Announces First Programs And Dates For PaleyFest LA 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025

The Paley Center for Media has announced the first selections for PaleyFest LA 2026, including Nobody Wants This, Shrinking, and The Pitt. The festival will bring television creators and casts together for public conversations, screenings, and special events at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Best of NYC Christmas Concerts and Cabaret Shows - 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 3, 2025

Celebrate the winter holidays with cheer and plenty of good music with these 15 shows. There's something for everyone in this list – family-friendly shows you can take your kids to, queer celebrations, and more.
The Majestic Reopens in San Pedro's Historic Harbor House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025

The Majestic has reopened in San Pedro's newly restored Harbor House, uniting two historic institutions celebrating their centennials.
Cabaret Roundup: December 1-7- Anthony Nunziata, BETTY & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 1, 2025

NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including winter holiday shows with some of Broadway's biggest stars, standup comedy, and more.
Best Cabaret in December 2025: Christine Ebersole, Norm Lewis, Sam Morill & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 1, 2025

See some of the biggest stars of the stage, screen, jazz, cabaret & Broadway performing at cabaret venues this month at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and likely to sell out
54 Below to Celebrate the Holiday Season with Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, Joy Woods and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

54 BELOW will celebrate the happiest time of the year with an incredible lineup of performances by Tony winner Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Darius de Haas, and more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lucille Ball been in?

Lucille Ball has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Lucille Ball been in?

Lucille Ball has not appeared in the West End

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