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Ann McDonough

Birth Place: Portland, ME, USA

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BIO

LCT: Admissions, Abe Lincoln in Illinois, Dinner at Eight. Off-Broadway includes The Dining Room, What I Did Last Summer, Uncommon Women and Others, Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You, The Middle Ages, The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket and Trelawney of the Wells. Regional includes John (ACT San Francisco); The City of Conversation (Arena Stage); Time of My Life (Pittsburgh Public Theater); and Our Town, Absurd Person Singular, Painting Churches, All in the Timing, The Voysey Inheritance, Paris Bound (Long Wharf Theatre). Film: Moonstruck, The Mothman Prophecies, Six Degrees of Separation. TV: “Law & Order,” “Law & Order: SVU,” “All My Children,” “The Good Wife.”

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2023
Maria

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theatre Off-Broadway World Premiere Play, 2020
Wendy

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Aunt Patricia Carney [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Hattie Loomis

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1993
Elizabeth Edwards

[Broadway]
1989
Wife

[Broadway]
1976
Peggy

Susie (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1976
Caroline Mitford (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1975
Clara De Foenix

Miss Rose Trelawny (Understudy)


Movies

Night-Flowers
[ 1979 ] Judy
Night of the Juggler
[ 1980 ] Office Girl
Off Beat
[ 1986 ] Bank Teller
Moonstruck
[ 1987 ] Nancy
Little Sweetheart
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Harrison
Men Don't Leave
[ 1990 ] Female Customer
Deceived
[ 1991 ] Mrs. Gingold
Lorenzo's Oil
[ 1992 ] Dietician
For Love or Money
[ 1993 ] Mrs. Nimkoff
Six Degrees of Separation
[ 1993 ] Teacher
The Mothman Prophecies
[ 2002 ] Lucy Griffin
Washington Heights
[ 2002 ] Mrs. Kilpatrick
Alchemy
[ 2005 ] Mother of Bride
The Life Before Her Eyes
[ 2007 ] Librarian
The Kitchen
[ 2019 ] Church Nun

TV Shows

All My Children
Esther Glynn, Mrs. Bergman
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Terri Malone, Mrs. Dunlap

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Ensemble Performances

Ann McDonoughThe Dining Room

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Review: FANNY, Watermill Theatre
by Mica Blackwell - May 31, 2024

With a captivating performance from Charlie Russell leading a fantastic ensemble and a well crafted script by Calum Finlay, this should mark your next visit to the Watermill Theatre in its amazing summer season.
Interview: 'She's Not a Superhero, But She's Pretty Powerful': Actor Charlie Russell on Classical Music, Family and Fame in FANNY at The Watermill Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski - May 28, 2024

FANNY, written by Calum Finlay and directed by Katie-Ann McDonough, is about to open at the Watermill Theatre in West Berkshire. The show tells the story of Fanny Mendelssohn, the real-life older sister of Felix Mendelssohn, and places her in a “what if” situation involving an intercepted letter and Queen Victoria. 
FANNY Company Invites Women Musicians to Take Part in 'A Noble Call'
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024

The company of the world premiere production of FANNY - a new comedy by Calum Finlay centring on the life of Fanny Mendelssohn - have issued an invitation to women musicians to take part in the Irish tradition of the Noble Call, which is derived from the tradition of calling on guests at a party to share a song, a poem or to respond to the mood of the day.
Photos: Inside Rehearsal For FANNY at the Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024

The world premiere production of FANNY, a new comedy by Calum Finlay will play at The Watermill from Thursday 23 May to Saturday 15 June. Check out rehearsal photos here!
Full Cast Set For FANNY at the Watermill Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024

Full casting has been announced for the world premiere production of FANNY, a new comedy by Calum Finlay that will play at The Watermill from Thursday 23 May to Saturday 15 June.
The Watermill Reveals Details of Upcoming Season Including BARNUM and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2024

 Newbury's The Watermill Theatre has announced the rest of its 2024 season of work at the award-winning venue. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!
UNCLE VANYA Extended in Private Loft - Last Chance to See the Production
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2023

Catch the critically acclaimed production before it closes on September 3. Description: Don't miss your chance to see the prestigious cast of Uncle Vanya in this exclusive private loft production. Get all the details and book your tickets before it closes on September 3.
Thomas Jay Ryan & More Join Hyper-Intimate Production of UNCLE VANYA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2023

Discover the hyper-intimate production of Uncle Vanya, starring Thomas Jay Ryan and David Cromer. Experience a fresh twist on this classic play. Book your tickets now!
Hyper-Intimate Production of UNCLE VANYA Will Return Off-Broadway Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 27, 2023

The hyper-intimate production of Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, staged by rising-star director Jack Serio, will return for a limited run next month. The critically-acclaimed production, which opened on July 6, will run August 8–25, 2023 for 16 performances only in a private loft in the Flatiron District of Manhattan.
Review Roundup: UNCLE VANYA, Starring David Cromer
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 7, 2023

Tony and Olivier-winning OHenry Productions just celebrated opening night of its hyper-intimate production of Uncle Vanya staged by rising-star director Jack Serio. Check out what the critics had to say.
Hyper-Intimate Production Of UNCLE VANYA Launches $20 Ticket Lottery
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2023

Tony and Olivier-winning OHenry Productions and The Dennis & Victoria Ross Foundation have announced a $20 ticket lottery for the hyper-intimate production of Anton Chekhov's Uncle Vanya.
David Cromer, Bill Irwin & Marin Ireland to Star in UNCLE VANYA in a Private Manhattan Loft
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023

Tony and Olivier-winning OHenry Productions will present a hyper-intimate production of Uncle Vanya staged by rising-star director Jack Serio at a private loft in the Flatiron District.
Denise Gough, Freddie Fox and More Join The Fifth Annual Platform Presenting West End Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023

The game of Consequences - drawing an image, turning over the page to hide it and passing it on - often ends in astonishing and eye-wateringly funny results.
Review: BRILLIANT JERKS, Southwark Playhouse Borough
by Gary Naylor - Mar 4, 2023

Diverting comedy that never strays too far from some well-trodden paths
Photos: See Sean Delaney, Shubham Saraf & More in Rehearsals for BRILLIANT JERKS at Southwark Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2023

Check out rehearsal photos of Brilliant Jerks at Southwark Playhouse!
Sean Delaney, Shubham Saraf, and Kiran Sonia Sawar Will Lead BRILLIANT JERKS at Southwark Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2023

It has been announced that Sean Delaney (Kenny in Killing Eve, BBC; Life After Life, BBC; The Ferryman, Gielgud Theatre), Evening Standard Award-nominated Shubham Saraf (The Father and The Assassin, National Theatre; Shantaram, Apple TV+; Bodyguard, BBC/Netflix) and Kiran Sonia Sawar (The Nevers, HBO; Black Mirror, Netflix; The Capture, BBC) have joined the cast of Brilliant Jerks at Southwark Playhouse. 
CHARLIE RUSSELL AIMS TO PLEASE Comes to London in December
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2022

Direct from a sell-out Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Mischief today announces a one night only London performance of their new laugh-out-loud and thoughtful comedy CHARLIE RUSSELL AIMS TO PLEASE at The Other Palace on Monday 5 December at 7.30pm.
Photos: First Look at Mischief's CHARLIE RUSSELL AIMS TO PLEASE and MIND MANGLER: MEMBER OF THE TRAGIC CIRCLE at Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2022

All new photos have been released for Mischief’s Edinburgh Fringe shows Charlie Russell Aims To Please (Written and performed by Charlie Russell) and Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle (By Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields, performed by Lewis and Sayer).
Mischief Will Return To The Belgrade This Spring With GROAN UPS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2022

This February, Mischief returns to the Belgrade Theatre with its usual brand of calamitous comedy in Groan Ups. The farcical tale of growing up runs on the Belgrade's Main Stage from Mon 28 Feb – Sat 5 March. 
Casting Announced For the UK Tour of GROAN UPS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2021

Olivier award winning comedy favourites, Mischief, announce full casting for their very first UK tour of Groan Ups. The touring cast presents: Daniel Abbott (Archie), Jamie Birkett (Chemise, Miss Murray), Matt Cavendish (Simon), Killian Macardle (Paul, Mr White), Yolanda Ovide (Moon), Dharmesh Patel (Spencer), Lauren Samuels (Katie), with understudies Paul Brown and Holly Sumpton.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ann McDonough been in?

Ann McDonough has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Ann McDonough been in?

Ann McDonough has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ann McDonough been nominated for?

and Outstanding Ensemble Performances (Drama Desk Awards) for The Dining Room.

What awards has Ann McDonough won?

Ann McDonough received the Outstanding Ensemble Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for her work in The Dining Room.

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