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BIO

Lucille Lortel was an actress, artistic director, and theatrical producer.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1926
Clara Rathboone

[Broadway]
1925
Inez

[Broadway]
1925
Part of the Marriage License Bureau

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1988]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1988]
Producer (In Association With)
 
[Off-Broadway, 1986]
Producer (by arrangement with)
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1985]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1983]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1973]
Producer (In Association With)
 
[US Tour, 1961]
Producer
 
[Broadway, 1957]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 1955]
Producer (In Association With)

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - Special Awards

Lucille Lortel


winner
Drama League Awards - 1993 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre

Lucille Lortel

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Musical

Lucille Lortel, Sarafina!

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Play

Lucille Lortel, A Walk in the Woods

Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Play

Lucille Lortel, As Is

Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Play

Lucille Lortel, Angels Fall


winner
Obie Awards - 1958 - Special Citation

Lucille Lortel

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News

HEATHERS THE MUSICAL to Welcome Aniya Thompson as Martha Dunnstock in Off-Broadway Debut
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2026

Aniya Thompson will make her Off-Broadway debut as Martha Dunnstock in HEATHERS THE MUSICAL at New World Stages, replacing Erin Morton, who received Lucille Lortel and Drama Desk Award nominations for the role.
BUYER & CELLAR to Close Hub Theatre Company of Boston's 13th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2026

Hub Theatre Company of Boston will present Jonathan Tolins' comedy BUYER & CELLAR, directed by Daniel Bourque and starring multi-Elliot Norton and IRNE award winner Victor L. Shopov, at Club Café in Boston's Back Bay.
MY ÁNTONIA World Premiere Musical to Run Longer at Theater Latté Da
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2026

Theater Latté Da announced an extension of its world premiere musical MY ÁNTONIA at the historic Ritz Theater in Minneapolis, adding performances due to popular demand.
FISH, THE STAND-IN and More World Premieres Set for WP Theater 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026

WP Theater has revealed their 2026-27 Season at WP Theater. In the fall of 2026, the season will kick off with Fish, written by Melis Aker and directed by Tatiana Pandiani. The season will feature additional world premieres.
HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Acting Edition Available to Purchase From Concord Theatricals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026

Tectonic Theater Project's Acting Edition of Here There Are Blueberries, written by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich, is available for purchase now from Concord Theatricals.
Myra Dubois Will Join TITANIQUE in London as 'Ruth'
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

Self-declared South Yorkshire Siren Myra DuBois is set to board the ship of dreams and star as Ruth for 6 weeks. Learn more about the upcoming casting here.
AMERICAN IDIOT, SYLVIA, and More Set For Keegan Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

The Keegan Theatre announced its 30th Anniversary Season, featuring five plays, two musicals, and a world premiere concert performance, including two world premieres and a DC premiere.
Westport Country Playhouse Reveals 2026 Woodward Internship Class
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

Westport Country Playhouse has announced its 2026 Joanne Woodward Internship class of four theater career aspirants who will enhance their professional skills and gain on-the-job experience working directly with Playhouse senior staff.
THE MARY SHOW to Return at Joe's Pub with Broadway and SNL Alumni
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2026

Mary Neely, currently on Broadway in DEATH OF A SALESMAN, will bring THE MARY SHOW to Joe's Pub at The Public Theater, featuring comedians and performers from SNL, Hacks, and Wicked.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 17, 2026- THE BOOK OF MORMON Tops the Grosses and More
by - Jun 17, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is  June 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours
Brian Cox to Receive 2026 Raindance Icon Award
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 16, 2026

Emmy, Olivier, and Golden Globe-winning actor Brian Cox will receive the RAINDANCE ICON AWARD this year at Raindance’s Opening Gala on 17 June, after the UK premiere of APRIL X. 
2:22 - A GHOST STORY Will Make New York Premiere This Fall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026

Following seven West End engagements, two UK tours, and thirty productions across the globe, the Olivier Award-nominated stage thriller 2:22 – A GHOST STORY has set its New York Premiere for this fall at the Lucille Lortel Theatre. 
Interview: Julia Murney Talks FRANKIE & JOHNNY IN THE CLAIR DE LUNE at The Psych Drama Company
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 15, 2026

The popular stage performer – an original cast member in the 2005 Broadway production of “Lennon” and the fifth Elphaba in “Wicked” – is currently making her Boston directorial debut with the Psych Drama Company production of “Frankie & Johnny in the Clair de Lune,” which will be at the Boston Center for the Arts Plaza Black Box Theatre,
Photos: William Hanson, Lewis Francis, Nikki Wheeldon and More in TITANIQUE in London
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026

Production photos have been released of new cast members as they board the Olivier Award Winning Titanique at the Criterion Theatre on London’s West End. Learn more and check out the photos here!
MEXODUS is Coming to Pasadena Playhouse in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026

Mexodus, created and performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson and directed by David Mendizábal with choreography by Tony Thomas, will conclude its run in New York and travel directly to Pasadena Playhouse,.
Jinkx Monsoon Will Make West End Debut Reprising Role in OH, MARY!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026

Jinkx Monsoon will reprise her Broadway-acclaimed role as Mary Todd Lincoln in OH, MARY! for a strictly limited six-week season at London's Trafalgar Theatre, marking her West End debut.
Emilio Sosa Named Chair of HOLA and the HOLA Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026

Six-time Tony-nominated costume designer Emilio Sosa has been named Chair of the Hispanic Organization of Latin Artists (HOLA) and the HOLA Awards, as the organization marks 50 years of advocating for Latino artists.
UNZIPPED to Feature Broadway Veterans in TRU Voices New Musicals Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026

Jenn Gambatese, Bryan Fenkart, and Patrick Oliver Jones headline the cast of UNZIPPED, a new musical by Douglas J. Cohen and Eva Margolies, in a free presentation at Theater 555 in NYC.
AIN'T TOO PROUD to Make Regional Premiere at The Gateway Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026

The Gateway Playhouse announced the cast and creative team for its regional premiere of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, with director DeMone Seraphin leading the Tony Award-winning musical in Bellport, NY.
Video: Bess Wohl Reacts to Tony Win- 'LIBERATION Was the Collaboration of a Lifetime'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 7, 2026

Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Bess Wohl took home a Tony Award for Best Play for Liberation. After leaving the stage at Radio City Music Hall, she checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share her initial reaction!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lucille Lortel been in?

Lucille Lortel has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Lucille Lortel been in?

Lucille Lortel has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Lucille Lortel been nominated for?

Lucille Lortel has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout her career. These include Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, a Unique Contribution to the Theatre recognition from the Drama League Awards, and nominations for Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Sarafina!, Best Play (Tony Awards) for A Walk in the Woods, As Is, and Angels Fall. She has also received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards.

What awards has Lucille Lortel won?

Lucille Lortel has won several awards throughout her career. She has received Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, recognition for her Unique Contribution to the Theatre from the Drama League Awards, and a Special Citation from the Obie Awards.

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