Barbara Cook
Birth Place: Atlanta, GA, USA
Latest News on Barbara Cook:
19 Theater Books for Your Winter 2025 Reading List (Dec 7, 2024)
See Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch in A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS (Nov 25, 2024)
25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos (Nov 20, 2024)
19 Theater Books for Your Winter 2025 Reading List (Dec 7, 2024)
See Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch in A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS (Nov 25, 2024)
25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos (Nov 20, 2024)
BIO
Barbara Cook was an American actress and singer. She starred in the original Broadway musicals Plain and Fancy, Candide, and The Music Man among others. She won a Tony Award for The Music Man. She was particularly admired for her vocal agility, wide range, warm sound, and emotive interpretations. Cook was widely recognized as one of the "premier interpreters" of musical theatre songs and standards, in particular the songs of composer Stephen Sondheim.
Photos
James Lapine, Barbara Cook, Vanessa Williams, Tom Wopat attending the Meet & Greet the cast of the Roundabout Theatre Company's production of "SONDHEIM 0n SONDHEIM" at the their rehearsal studios in New York City. March 3, 2010
Date:
08/09/2017
From: Photo Flash: Remembering a Broadway Legend- Barbara Cook
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Richard Rodgers 100th Birthday Celebration, 2002
"It Might as Well Be Spring" Performer
"A Wonderful Guy" Performer
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre
Barbara Cook
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Barbara Coo, Sondheim on Sondheim
Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Barbara Cook, Sondheim on Sondheim
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Barbara Cook, Barbara Cook's Broadway
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Special Citation
Barbara Cook
Helen Hayes Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production
Barbara CookMostly Sondheim
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Barbara Cook, Mostly Sondheim
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment
Barbara CookBarbara Cook Sings Mostly Sondheim
Olivier Awards - 2002 - Best Entertainment
Barbara CookSings Mostly Sondheim
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1987 - Outstanding One Person Show
Barbara Cook, A Concert for the Theatre
Helen Hayes Awards - 1986 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Touring Production or Prior to New York
Barbara CookBarbara Cook -- A Broadway Evening
Olivier Awards - 1986 - The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement
Barbara Cook
winner
Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Barbara Cook, The Music Man
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1955 - Performance
Barbara Cook, Plain and Fancy
Videos
VIDEO: Get a Sneak Peek of Laura Osnes in Hallmark's A HOMECOMING FOR THE HOLIDAYS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2019
VIDEO: Jake Gyllenhaal, Victoria Clark & More Celebrate 75 Years of City Center
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2018
VIDEO: Chita Rivera, Andy Karl and More Perform 'Somewhere' at Olivier Awards
by Danielle Gutierrez - Apr 10, 2018
TV Exclusive: Watch Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones on Stage Together One Last Time
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 1, 2018
VIDEO: Watch Broadway Tribute the Late Barbara Cook at the Kennedy Center Honors
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of Ogunquit's PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 19, 2016
From the BroadwayWorld Vaults: Relive the Magic of SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2016
TV Exclusive: The Man Behind the Pen- Meet Caricature Artist Ken Fallin!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 12, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Betty Buckley Honored at Shubert New Haven's 100th Anniversary Gala
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 24, 2015
TV Exclusive: Broadway Legend Barbara Cook Sings the Classics for the AMERICAN SONGBOOK Series!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2015
VIDEO: Soprano Deborah Voigt Confronts Little Black Dress, Talks CALL ME DEBBIE Memoir
by TV News Desk - Jan 26, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from Transport Group's Star-Studded THE MUSIC MAN Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 19, 2014
News
19 Theater Books for Your Winter 2025 Reading List
From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theater history; check out our collection of 19 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.
From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theater history; check out our collection of 19 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.
See Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch in A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the 15th Annual “A Swinging Birdland Christmas” – starring vocalists Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso, and Billy Stritch. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the 15th Annual “A Swinging Birdland Christmas” – starring vocalists Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso, and Billy Stritch. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
25 Great Audition Songs for Sopranos
Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!
Let us help you find some fresh audition material. These 25 soprano audition songs are a combination of greats and lesser knowns, so you can choose material that you love and knock that audition out of the park. Check out what made the list!
Eva Noblezada, James Lapine and More Join York Theatre Company Gala Honoring Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
The York Theatre Company announced additional performers for its gala honoring Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon on November 11 at The Edison Ballroom, promising a memorable evening of celebration.
Lottery Announced For THE MERRILY CHAPTERS NYC Presentation
The Stage Door Foundation and Pam Pariseau have announced a special lottery for live studio audience tickets to a special industry presentation showing how Stephen Sondheim created MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG through the eyes of original Broadway cast member, David Loud.
The Stage Door Foundation and Pam Pariseau have announced a special lottery for live studio audience tickets to a special industry presentation showing how Stephen Sondheim created MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG through the eyes of original Broadway cast member, David Loud.
Michael Urie to Host The York Theatre Company Gala; Andrew Rannells & More Join
The York Theatre Company has revealed the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will honor musical theater legend Bernadette Peters and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The York Theatre Company has revealed the roster of performers for a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which will honor musical theater legend Bernadette Peters and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Leslie Uggams to be Honored by Encompass New Opera Theatre
Encompass New Opera Theatre will honor Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams with a musical tribute on October 27, 2024. Learn more about Uggams and about the event.
Encompass New Opera Theatre will honor Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams with a musical tribute on October 27, 2024. Learn more about Uggams and about the event.
Feature: October Monthly Musical Birthday Tribute " It's a Quiz!
What star turned down CABARET? What two cabaret stars were born on Halloween? What cabaret club was named for a character in a musical? What Broadway lyricist turns 100 this month? Take the multiple-choice quiz and see what you know (or might guess correctly) about so many talented folks ALL born in October.
What star turned down CABARET? What two cabaret stars were born on Halloween? What cabaret club was named for a character in a musical? What Broadway lyricist turns 100 this month? Take the multiple-choice quiz and see what you know (or might guess correctly) about so many talented folks ALL born in October.
Review: Amanda McBroom Brings Christmas to September in WINTERSONG at Birdland
Last week, Amanda McBroom unveiled highlights from her forthcoming album WINTERSONG at Birdland, a collection of mostly new songs on a holiday theme. It feels strangely incongruous on a sultry September evening to be listening to songs about hearth and family, but McBroom painted such vivid songscapes that you left ready for a vigorous sleigh ride
Last week, Amanda McBroom unveiled highlights from her forthcoming album WINTERSONG at Birdland, a collection of mostly new songs on a holiday theme. It feels strangely incongruous on a sultry September evening to be listening to songs about hearth and family, but McBroom painted such vivid songscapes that you left ready for a vigorous sleigh ride
Karen Akers to Make Bucks County Playhouse Cabaret Debut in October
Tony nominated actress and legendary cabaret artist, Karen Akers, will make her Bucks County Playhouse debut in a special, intimate performance. Akers’ performance is part of a new cabaret series held in the Playhouse Barn just across the courtyard from the Playhouse. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tony nominated actress and legendary cabaret artist, Karen Akers, will make her Bucks County Playhouse debut in a special, intimate performance. Akers’ performance is part of a new cabaret series held in the Playhouse Barn just across the courtyard from the Playhouse. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Preview: Musical Gem SHE LOVES ME to Capture Hearts at Forte Theatre Company
Forte Theatre Company is kicking off its main stage season with the classic musical She Loves Me, running October 4–13.
Forte Theatre Company is kicking off its main stage season with the classic musical She Loves Me, running October 4–13.
32 Theater Books for Your Fall 2024 Reading List
We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 32 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2024 reading list.
We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 32 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2024 reading list.
Liza Pulamn and Joe Stilgoe Bring A COUPLE OF SWELLS to London
Following their sold-out 2024 debut performances at Chichester and Cadogan Hall and after a busy summer of festivals, including Aldeburgh, Lichfield and Petworth, A Couple of Swells arrive in London to showcase their new album in the intimate surroundings of The Other Palace Studio for one week only, from Tuesday 22 to Saturday 26 October.
Following their sold-out 2024 debut performances at Chichester and Cadogan Hall and after a busy summer of festivals, including Aldeburgh, Lichfield and Petworth, A Couple of Swells arrive in London to showcase their new album in the intimate surroundings of The Other Palace Studio for one week only, from Tuesday 22 to Saturday 26 October.
Interview: Anya Turner & Robert Grusecki's New Album SECRET LOVERS Honors Trailblazers
Singer-songwriters Anya Turner and Robert Grusecki are back at it again with new album SECRET LOVERS releasing 9/16. The ASCAP Foundation and Bistro Award-winning off-Broadway composer/lyricist and performer duo wrote songs inspired by their own life experience and artists, musicians and writers who followed their own gut.
Singer-songwriters Anya Turner and Robert Grusecki are back at it again with new album SECRET LOVERS releasing 9/16. The ASCAP Foundation and Bistro Award-winning off-Broadway composer/lyricist and performer duo wrote songs inspired by their own life experience and artists, musicians and writers who followed their own gut.
Musical Stage Adaptation Of THE SECRET GARDEN Now Available For Streaming
Songs from the first musical stage adaptation of THE SECRET GARDEN are now available for streaming.
Songs from the first musical stage adaptation of THE SECRET GARDEN are now available for streaming.
Amanda McBroom To Celebrate Upcoming Holiday Album At Birdland Jazz Club
Golden Globe winner Amanda McBroom returns to Birdland on this month to celebrate her new holiday album, WINTERSONG.
Golden Globe winner Amanda McBroom returns to Birdland on this month to celebrate her new holiday album, WINTERSONG.
Monthly BIRTHDAY SALUTE to a Major Cabaret Figure
A major, long-time cabaret figure gets our monthly birthday Tribute. How many hints will you need to know who it is?
A major, long-time cabaret figure gets our monthly birthday Tribute. How many hints will you need to know who it is?
Bernadette Peters And Ted Snowdon to be Honored at York Theatre Company Gala
The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The York Theatre Company will honor Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon at their Gala Evening. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Broadway's Most Unique Musical Origin Stories
This time, the reader question was: What are some of the most unique ways that Broadway shows have originated?
This time, the reader question was: What are some of the most unique ways that Broadway shows have originated?
Members of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus to Present SHOWER SONGS at 54 Below
54 BELOW will present Members of the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus in Shower Songs in August. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
54 BELOW will present Members of the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus in Shower Songs in August. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Barbara Cook been in?
Barbara Cook has appeared on Broadway in 24 shows.
How many West End shows has Barbara Cook been in?
Barbara Cook has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Barbara Cook's first West End show?
Barbara Cook's first West End show was Barbara Cook: Wait ‘Til You See Her which opened in 1986
What awards has Barbara Cook been nominated for?
Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sondheim on Sondheim, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sondheim on Sondheim, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Barbara Cook's Broadway, Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for , Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mostly Sondheim, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Mostly Sondheim, Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Barbara Cook Sings Mostly Sondheim, Best Entertainment (Olivier Awards) for Sings Mostly Sondheim, Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for A Concert for the Theatre, Outstanding Lead Actress, Touring Production or Prior to New York (Helen Hayes Awards) for Barbara Cook -- A Broadway Evening , The Observer Award for Outstanding Achievement (Olivier Awards), Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Music Man and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Plain and Fancy.
What awards has Barbara Cook won?
Barbara Cook has won several prestigious awards, including: Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards); Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Barbara Cook's Broadway; Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards); Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Mostly Sondheim; Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for A Concert for the Theatre; Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Music Man; and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Plain and Fancy.
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