Sara Ramirez

Birth Place: Mazatlan, MEXICO

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Sara Ramirez made her Broadway debut as Wahzinak in Paul Simon's The Capeman, starred in The Gershwins' Fascinating Rhythm, for which she received an Outer Critics Circle nomination for Best Actress, and was in Broadway's A Class Act as Felicia. Off-Broadway she had the honor of performing The Vagina Monologues with Tovah Feldshuh and Suzanne Bertish. Regionally Sara was in The Game as Marquise de Merteuil at The Barrington Stage Company, Anna Deveare Smith's Piano as Alicia at IACD and in starred as Josie in Barrio Babies at the Denver Center.

In 2005 she won both The Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical and The Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding featured Actress in a Musical for The Lady of the Lake in Monty Python's Spamalot.

Sara has had parts in the films "You've Got Mail" as the Zabar's Cashier and "Spiderman" (C op), Washington Heights (Belkis) and the film Going Under and went on to play the part of Dr. Calliope "Callie" Torres on the television hospital drama "Grey's Anatomy." While she is best known for her role as the independent Dr. Callie Torres on ABC's popular medical drama Grey's Anatomy.

Sara spent part of her 2004 summer at The Williamstown Theatre Festival and then returned to the role of Hannah on As the World Turns. In the 2004 season finale of NYPD Blue titled "Who's Your Daddy?", she guest starred as Irma Leone (the original air date was May 11). Sara filmed the Untitled Hotel Project for ABC/Warner Brothers for the 2004 season. Her other television credits include Baseball Wives (series regular an HBO pilot), Law & Order SVU (twice), Welcome to New York, Star Patrol (Fox Pilot), Third Watch, Spin City, Talk To Me, As The World Turns (twice).

Her involvement in NY workshops includes: Lennon workshop directed by Don Scardino, Carnival (for Radio City Music Hall), The Laura Nyro Project, and MTC's The Wild Party (Kate).

Her concerts include Martinis at the Martin Sara Ramirez with Hollis Resnik at The Ravinia, Bravo! Bernstein (MTW'S 20th ANNIVERSARY GALA CONCERT) at the Hudson Theatre and The Barrington Stage Company Gala where she sang "Wanting Her More" from The Game. She is a Graduate of The Juilliard School's Drama Division.

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Sara Ramirez STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
The Lady of the Lake

[Broadway]
New York Concert, 2001
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2001
Felicia

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

Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1999
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Ensemble

Wahzinak


Sara Ramirez Movies

You've Got Mail
[ 1998 ] Rose, Zabars Chier
Washington Heights
[ 2002 ] Belkis
Spider-Man
[ 2002 ] Cop at Carjacking
Chicago
[ 2002 ] Female Ensemble
Going Under
[ 2004 ] Lisa
Loserville
[ 2016 ] producer

Sara Ramirez TV Shows

And Just Like That...
Che Diaz
As the World Turns
Hannah, Valeri Meridez
Grey's Anatomy
Dr. Callie Torres
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Lisa Perez, Mrs. Barrera
Madam Secretary
Kat Sandoval
Sofia the First
Queen Miranda

Sara Ramirez Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Featured Actress in a Musical

Sara Ramirez, Monty Python's Spamalot


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Sara Ramirez, Monty Python's Spamalot


winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Sara Ramirez, Monty Python's Spamalot

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Sara Ramirez, The Gershwins' Fascinating Rhythm

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Sara Ramirez News


Sara Ramirez and Peppermint Will Lead RED INK at Joe's Pub Next Month

Friends, family, and colleagues of the late Cecilia Gentili will step in to perform the previously announced staging of her show RED INK at Joe’s Pub on April 3rd at 7pm and 9:30pm.

SPAMALOT To Close On Broadway This April

The Broadway revival Monty Python's SPAMALOT will conclude its noble quest when it plays its final performance on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Broadway's St. James Theatre.

Photos: Go Inside the Opening Night of New Group's SEVEN YEAR DISAPPEAR

Emmy and Tony Award-winner Cynthia Nixon and Taylor Trensch star in THE SEVEN YEAR DISAPPEAR, is running now at The New Group. The play is a funny, deeply human mystery of mothers and sons, coming of age, and coming apart. Go inside the play's opening night in new photos!

Photo: SPAMALOT Celebrates 100 Performances on Broadway

Over the weekend, the cast of SPAMALOT celebrated their 100th performance on Broadway at the St. James Theatre. Check out a photo from the celebration

Jonathan Bennett Shares Video Telling Husband He Booked Spamalot on Broadway

Original MEAN GIRL's cast member and current Knight at the Round Table, @SpamalotBway's Jonathan Bennett, shared a touching video of when he broke the news of his Broadway debut with his husband Jaymes.

Ethan Slater Will Be Out of SPAMALOT Until January 21

Ethan Slater, who currently stars as Historian/Herbert in Spamalot on Broadway, has revealed that he will be out of the show for upcoming performances in January. Slater shared on Instagram that he will return on January 21.

Jonathan Bennett to Make Broadway Debut in SPAMALOT in January; Michael Urie to Depart

Get the scoop on MEAN GIRL's Jonathan Bennett who is set to join SPAMALOT on Broadway in January 2024.

Review Roundup: SPAMALOT Opens On Broadway

The Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python's Spamalot celebrates opening knight tonight at the St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street).   Read the reviews!

Photos: Get a First Look at SPAMALOT on Broadway

Get a first look at photos of Spamalot on Broadway! See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

SPAMALOT Partners With SPAM For a Collector's Can and More Collaborations

The Broadway revival of SPAMALOT is partnering with Hormel Foods, the maker of the SPAM® brand, who will serve as an Opening Knight sponsor. A limited edition SPAM can featuring SPAMALOT art has also been revealed, alongside more fun collaborations!

Video: Eric Idle Announces Steve Martin is 'God' in SPAMALOT on Broadway

Watch Eric Idle announce that Steve Martin will be God in Spamalot on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and talk about the show as it returns to Broadway!

Jeff Cohen's SQUEAKY Will Receive Developmental Readings This Month

As part of its new Building the Box Developmental Reading Series, Out of the Box Theatrics will present readings of SQUEAKY, a poignant autobiographical comedy by Drama Desk Award winner Jeff Cohen.

Photos: Go Inside the First Preview of SPAMALOT on Broadway

See photos from the first performance of Spamalot's return to Broadway!

SPAMALOT to Offer $39 & $44 Tickets Through Rush and Lottery

Discover how to secure discounted tickets for the uproarious Monty Python musical, SPAMALOT on Broadway. Learn about the rush and lottery options available, so you don't miss out on this hilarious show.

Photos: Get a First Look at the Cast of SPAMALOT on Broadway

Discover the first photos and cast details from the highly anticipated production of SPAMALOT on Broadway. Get a sneak peek at the cast and their characters in this iconic musical comedy.

Full Cast Set for SPAMALOT on Broadway Starring Iglehart, Kritzer, Urie, Killam & More

Casting is complete for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Comedy Monty Python’s Spamalot. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Taran Killam Will Play Lancelot in SPAMALOT; Alex Brightman To Succeed Him in 2024

Taran Killam will join the Broadway company of Spamalot as Lancelot when the production begins previews on Broadway. He will remain with the company through January 9th, 2024 - at which time Alex Brightman will take over the role, reprising his run from the Kennedy Center production.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 31st, 2023

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 31, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photo: Bonnie Milligan Guest Stars In AND JUST LIKE THAT

Bonnie Milligan will be appearing in the upcoming episodes of And Just Like That..., the popular Sex & the City spinoff on Max. Milligan plays Lela, Charlotte York's new boss at a New York City art gallery. The season also features Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Christopher Jackson, Sara Ramirez, and more. Check out a photo from the episode!

A SPAMALOT Recap- Everything You Need to Know!

The search for the grail will continue on Broadway this fall! Direct from a sold out run at the Kennedy Center, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical comedy Monty Python’s SPAMALOT will return to Broadway at the St. James Theatre.

Sara Ramirez FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Sara Ramirez been in?

Sara Ramirez has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Sara Ramirez been in?

Sara Ramirez has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Sara Ramirez been nominated for?

Sara Ramirez has been nominated for several awards, including Best Featured Actress in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Monty Python's Spamalot, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Monty Python's Spamalot, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Monty Python's Spamalot, and Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Gershwins' Fascinating Rhythm.

What awards has Sara Ramirez won?

Sara Ramirez has won the following awards for her performance in "Monty Python's Spamalot": Best Featured Actress in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards.

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