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Carol Lynley

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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BIO

Lynley is best known for her role in the film, The Poseidon Adventure.

On Broadway, she is known for appearing in The Potting Shed (1957), Blue Denim (1958), and Absurd Person Singular (1974).

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1974
Eva [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1958
Janet Willard

[Broadway]
1957
Anne Callifer


Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1957 - Performance

Carol Lynley, The Potting Shed

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Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Those We've Lost in 2019

2019 has come and gone, and we are reflecting on those we have lost in the Broadway and theatre communities throughout the year.
Celebration Event Will Be Held In Hollywood For The Audio Book Release Of IMPRESARIO OF CASTRO STREET By Marc Huestis

The Blank Theatre and Marc Huestis Presents have announced a special multimedia event to celebrate the release of the audiobook of Marc Huestis's memoir Impresario of Castro Street, narrated by actor/activist and Blank Theatre Artistic Director Daniel Henning, on Saturday October 26, at 2pm. Hosted by Bruce Vilanch and featuring Teri Hatcher in a tribute to the late Carol Lynley, the event will take place at The Blank's 2nd Stage Theatre, 6500 Santa Monica Boulevard, in Hollywood. The audiobook dropped on October 1 and is now available on Audible.com at https://tinyurl.com/yxhkyggb.
Photo Coverage: Remembering Carol Lynley

Today, BroadwayWorld remembers Carol Lynley with a look back in our photo archives.
BWW Review: mad Theatre of Tampa's Production of DISASTER: THE MUSICAL at the Shimberg is a Blast!

What do you get when you merge 'The Poseidon Adventure' and schmaltzy pop songs from the 1970's? One hell of a good time!
Film Forum Launches One-Week Noel Coward Festival Today

NOËL COWARD, a one week festival devoted to the English playwright, actor, singer, composer, lyricist, director, screenwriter, and wit, will run at Film Forum from today, May 13 through Thursday, May 19.
Film Forum to Screen One-Week Noel Coward Festival This May

NOËL COWARD, a one week festival devoted to the English playwright, actor, singer, composer, lyricist, director, screenwriter, and wit, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 13 through Thursday, May 19.
PENGUIN POOL MURDER Among Warner Archive's New Releases

Warner Archive Collection announces new releases inlcuding Spinsters, Spies & Cavemen!
The Music Box Theatre and Camp Midnight Present NEW YEAR'S ON THE S.S. POSEIDON Tonight

In the iconic 1972 action-disaster epic The Poseidon Adventure, a luxury ocean liner overturns at midnight on New Year's Eve. Tonight, December 31, 2012, on the 40th anniversary of The Poseidon Adventure, Camp Midnight and the Music Box Theatre resuscitate New Year's Eve on the S.S. Poseidon, a campy celebration set against the backdrop of the seminal disaster movie.
The Music Box Theatre and Camp Midnight Present NEW YEAR'S ON THE S.S. POSEIDON, 12/31

In the iconic 1972 action-disaster epic The Poseidon Adventure, a luxury ocean liner overturns at midnight on New Year's Eve. This December 31, 2012, on the 40th anniversary of The Poseidon Adventure, Camp Midnight and the Music Box Theatre resuscitate New Year's Eve on the S.S. Poseidon, a campy celebration set against the backdrop of the seminal disaster movie.
Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Bobby Rydell Set for 'The Golden Boys' Concert, 2/18

In 1985, three former teen idols-all from the same Philadelphia neighborhood-teamed for a concert titled The Golden Boys, which not only satisfied fans from their teen era by performing their hits, but illustrated that good singing and stage presence never go out of style. Frankie Avalon, Fabian & Bobby Rydell, "The Golden Boys" from American Bandstand's heyday, have appeared together on such major TV specials as "The American Music Awards," the closing ceremonies of the "Miss Liberty Special" (viewed by over 200 million people) and the ABC Inaugural special "Command Performance: An All-Star Salute To The President."
Frankie Avalon, Fabian and Bobby Rydell Set for 'The Golden Boys' Concert, 2/18

In 1985, three former teen idols-all from the same Philadelphia neighborhood-teamed for a concert titled The Golden Boys, which not only satisfied fans from their teen era by performing their hits, but illustrated that good singing and stage presence never go out of style. Frankie Avalon, Fabian & Bobby Rydell, "The Golden Boys" from American Bandstand's heyday, have appeared together on such major TV specials as "The American Music Awards," the closing ceremonies of the "Miss Liberty Special" (viewed by over 200 million people) and the ABC Inaugural special "Command Performance: An All-Star Salute To The President."
THE GOLDEN BOYS Come To The Palace Theatre 3/20

In 1985, three former teen idols-all from the same Philadelphia neighborhood-teamed for a concert titled The Golden Boys, which not only satisfied fans from their teen era by performing their hits, but illustrated that good singing and stage presence never go out of style.
THE GOLDEN BOYS Come To The Palace Theatre 3/20

In 1985, three former teen idols-all from the same Philadelphia neighborhood-teamed for a concert titled The Golden Boys, which not only satisfied fans from their teen era by performing their hits, but illustrated that good singing and stage presence never go out of style.
NYMF Presents Series Of Partner Events This Fall

In addition to its 24 full productions, dance series, developmental series and concerts, The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) celebrates its fifth year by partnering with Ailey Citigroup Theater, Nuyorican Poets Café, The Philip Coltoff Greenwich Village Center, The Loft at Professor Thom's, The Cutting Room, and Paley Center (formally The Museum of Television & Radio) to bring more diverse special events to this years Festival, running September 15th to October 5th.
NYMF Announces Partner Events

In addition to its 24 full productions, dance series, developmental series and concerts, The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) celebrates its fifth year by partnering with Ailey Citigroup Theater, Nuyorican Poets Café, The Philip Coltoff Greenwich Village Center, The Loft at Professor Thom's, The Cutting Room, and Paley Center (formally The Museum of Television & Radio) to bring more diverse special events to this years Festival, running September 15th to October 5th.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Carol Lynley been in?

Carol Lynley has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Carol Lynley been in?

Carol Lynley has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Carol Lynley been nominated for?

and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Potting Shed.

What awards has Carol Lynley won?

Carol Lynley has won the Theatre World Award for her performance in The Potting Shed.

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