Charlotte Rae
Birth Place: Milwaukee, WI, USA
Latest News on Charlotte Rae:
A Pair to Remember - A Celebration for Phil Ford and Mimi Hines at Palm Springs' Revolution Stage Company (Jan 20, 2025)
Palm Springs Walk of the Stars to Honor Phil Ford and Mimi Hines (Jan 14, 2025)
Review: BLUEY'S BIG PLAY, Southbank Centre (Dec 22, 2023)
A Pair to Remember - A Celebration for Phil Ford and Mimi Hines at Palm Springs' Revolution Stage Company (Jan 20, 2025)
Palm Springs Walk of the Stars to Honor Phil Ford and Mimi Hines (Jan 14, 2025)
Review: BLUEY'S BIG PLAY, Southbank Centre (Dec 22, 2023)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
1962
Gloria Krumgold
Mrs. Lafcadio Mifflin
Mrs. Younghusband
Rowena Inchcape
Movies
Hello Down There
[ 1969 ] Myrtle Ruth
[ 1969 ] Myrtle Ruth
Jenny
[ 1970 ] Bella Star
[ 1970 ] Bella Star
Bananas
[ 1971 ] Mrs. Mellish
[ 1971 ] Mrs. Mellish
The Hot Rock
[ 1972 ] Ma Murch
[ 1972 ] Ma Murch
Sidewinder 1
[ 1977 ] Mrs. Holt
[ 1977 ] Mrs. Holt
Rabbit Test
[ 1978 ] Cousin Claire
[ 1978 ] Cousin Claire
Hair
[ 1979 ] Lady in Pink
[ 1979 ] Lady in Pink
Tom and Jerry: The Movie
[ 1992 ] Aunt Pristine Figg
[ 1992 ] Aunt Pristine Figg
Nowhere
[ 1997 ] Fortune Teller
[ 1997 ] Fortune Teller
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
[ 2008 ] Mrs. Greenhouse
[ 2008 ] Mrs. Greenhouse
Thomas Kinkade's Christmas Cottage
[ 2008 ] Vesta
[ 2008 ] Vesta
Love Sick Love
[ 2012 ] Edna
[ 2012 ] Edna
Ricki and the Flash
[ 2015 ] Oma
[ 2015 ] Oma
TV Shows
Diff'rent Strokes
Edna Garrett
Edna Garrett
Sisters
Mrs. Gump
Mrs. Gump
The Facts of Life
Edna Garrett
Edna Garrett
The Itsy Bitsy Spider
Adrienne
Adrienne
The Love Boat
Ellen van Bowe, Milly Brown, Louise Peters
Ellen van Bowe, Milly Brown, Louise Peters
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Charlotte RaeMorning, Noon and Night
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Charlotte Rae, Pickwick
Videos
TV: Shoshana Bean, Lorna Luft & More Party at the Actors Fund 22nd Annual Tony Awards Viewing Gala in LA!
by Michael Sterling - 2018-06-15 08:35:04
TV: Actors Fund of Los Angeles Raises $225K at 21st Annual Tony Awards Viewing Party!
by Michael Sterling - 2017-06-19 10:48:44
STAGE TUBE: Rick McKay Releases Unseen Footage from Acclaimed Documentary GREENWICH VILLAGE: A WORLD APART
by A.A. Cristi - 2016-11-04 20:21:08
TV: Christine Ebersole, Nick Jonas and More Talk BUYER & CELLAR in LA; Plus a Sneak Peek at Michael Urie
by Michael Sterling & Jordan Santacana - 2014-07-17 15:13:59
News
A Pair to Remember - A Celebration for Phil Ford and Mimi Hines at Palm Springs' Revolution Stage Company
by Team BWW - Jan 20, 2025
In the evening, a show of sorts will be presented on the stage of Revolution Stage Company with selected speakers hosted by desert resident Lucie Arnaz and will feature some unique and never-before-seen footage of the famous duo Ford & Hines. Tickets are still available and can be purchased here.
by Team BWW - Jan 20, 2025
In the evening, a show of sorts will be presented on the stage of Revolution Stage Company with selected speakers hosted by desert resident Lucie Arnaz and will feature some unique and never-before-seen footage of the famous duo Ford & Hines. Tickets are still available and can be purchased here.
Palm Springs Walk of the Stars to Honor Phil Ford and Mimi Hines
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025
Legendary musical comedy duo Phil Ford and Mimi Hines will be honored with the 473rd star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars in the category of Entertainment. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025
Legendary musical comedy duo Phil Ford and Mimi Hines will be honored with the 473rd star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars in the category of Entertainment. Learn more!
Review: BLUEY'S BIG PLAY, Southbank Centre
by Christiana Rose - Dec 22, 2023
Bluey’s Big Play opens to an idyllic scene featuring a classic Bluey set of multicoloured flooring, soaring birds in flight and Australian emu’s exploring and pecking the location. The Heeler family arrive to high volume applause by an adoring young audience, with a game of musical statues with added shaking bottoms!
by Christiana Rose - Dec 22, 2023
Bluey’s Big Play opens to an idyllic scene featuring a classic Bluey set of multicoloured flooring, soaring birds in flight and Australian emu’s exploring and pecking the location. The Heeler family arrive to high volume applause by an adoring young audience, with a game of musical statues with added shaking bottoms!
Cast Set For UK and Ireland Tour of BLUEY'S BIG PLAY THE STAGE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023
The cast are now confirmed for the upcoming UK and Ireland premiere tour of Bluey's Big Play. The stage production will hit the road this December and tour until summer 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 16, 2023
The cast are now confirmed for the upcoming UK and Ireland premiere tour of Bluey's Big Play. The stage production will hit the road this December and tour until summer 2024.
Broadway Theatres Will Dim Lights in Memory of Sheldon Harnick Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
On November 9, 2023, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute at exactly 6:45pm, in honor of Sheldon Harnick.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2023
On November 9, 2023, the Committee of Theatre Owners will dim the lights of Broadway theatres in New York for one minute at exactly 6:45pm, in honor of Sheldon Harnick.
Interview: Barbara Minkus' 18 MINUTES OF FAME Doesn't End With 70, GIRLS, 70
by Gil Kaan - Oct 28, 2023
The Group Rep inaugurates their 51st anniversary season with Kander & Ebb’s 70, Girls, 70 opening November 10, 2023, at their Lonny Chapman Theatre. Bruce Kimmel directs the cast of Cynthia Bryant, Regan Carrington, Kay Cole, Fay DeWitt, and more. Barbara, who shares the role of Ida with Suzy, sat down to answer a few of my queries.
by Gil Kaan - Oct 28, 2023
The Group Rep inaugurates their 51st anniversary season with Kander & Ebb’s 70, Girls, 70 opening November 10, 2023, at their Lonny Chapman Theatre. Bruce Kimmel directs the cast of Cynthia Bryant, Regan Carrington, Kay Cole, Fay DeWitt, and more. Barbara, who shares the role of Ida with Suzy, sat down to answer a few of my queries.
Alex Joseph Grayson Joins Cast For York Theatre Company's 'Musicals In Mufti' Presentation of HOW TO STEAL AN ELECTION
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2023
The York Theatre Company has announced that Alex Joseph Grayson, direct from the Broadway revival of Parade, has joined the cast of *How to Steal an Election: A Dirty Politics Musical,with music and lyrics by Oscar Brand and book by William F. Brown, the first offering of the Fall Musicals in Mufti* series.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2023
The York Theatre Company has announced that Alex Joseph Grayson, direct from the Broadway revival of Parade, has joined the cast of *How to Steal an Election: A Dirty Politics Musical,with music and lyrics by Oscar Brand and book by William F. Brown, the first offering of the Fall Musicals in Mufti* series.
Cast & Creative Team Announced For York Theatre Company's Musicals In Mufti Presentation Of HOW TO STEAL AN ELECTION
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2023
The York Theatre Company, has announced the cast and creative team for its first Musicals in Mufti offering of 2023: How to Steal an Election: A Dirty Politics Musical, with music and lyrics by Oscar Brand and book by William F. Brown.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2023
The York Theatre Company, has announced the cast and creative team for its first Musicals in Mufti offering of 2023: How to Steal an Election: A Dirty Politics Musical, with music and lyrics by Oscar Brand and book by William F. Brown.
The York Theatre Company to Present the Return of the MUSICALS IN MUFTI Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023
Discover the magic of The York Theatre Company's Musicals in Mufti series, where celebrated musicals are brought to life in an intimate and stripped-down format. Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies and captivating stories of classic musical theater. Don't miss the highly anticipated return of this acclaimed series.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023
Discover the magic of The York Theatre Company's Musicals in Mufti series, where celebrated musicals are brought to life in an intimate and stripped-down format. Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies and captivating stories of classic musical theater. Don't miss the highly anticipated return of this acclaimed series.
Tony Winning Lyricist and Songwriter Sheldon Harnick Dies at Age 99
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Sheldon Harnick, lyricist known for Fiddler on the Roof, Fiorello!, She Loves Me, and many more, has died at age 99.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2023
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Sheldon Harnick, lyricist known for Fiddler on the Roof, Fiorello!, She Loves Me, and many more, has died at age 99.
BWW Interview: Ernest Thompson On The Leading Ladies He's Worked With & Reviving His THE WEST SIDE WALTZ
by Gil Kaan - Jun 13, 2022
Will Geer’s Theatricum presents the world premiere of the “all new” revival of Oscar-winning playwright Ernest Thompson’s The West Side Waltz beginning June 25, 2022. Mary Jo DuPrey directs the cast of Ellen Geer, Melora Marshall, Willow Geer, Miguel Pérez and Charles Lin. I was most fortunate to have the playwright make some time to answer my queries.
by Gil Kaan - Jun 13, 2022
Will Geer’s Theatricum presents the world premiere of the “all new” revival of Oscar-winning playwright Ernest Thompson’s The West Side Waltz beginning June 25, 2022. Mary Jo DuPrey directs the cast of Ellen Geer, Melora Marshall, Willow Geer, Miguel Pérez and Charles Lin. I was most fortunate to have the playwright make some time to answer my queries.
The Hollywood Museum to Present an Industry Moms Mother's Day Exhibit
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 23, 2022
“For most, our mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend. Our mother’s love is unconditional and only grows stronger over a lifetime,” says Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum).
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 23, 2022
“For most, our mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend. Our mother’s love is unconditional and only grows stronger over a lifetime,” says Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum).
The 91st Annual Waa-Mu Show Returns Home To Cahn Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2021
After two years of producing the Waa-Mu Show virtually, the co-chairs of Northwestern University's 91st Annual Waa-Mu Show have announced the show will move back to Cahn Auditorium, 600 Emerson St., on the Evanston campus.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2021
After two years of producing the Waa-Mu Show virtually, the co-chairs of Northwestern University's 91st Annual Waa-Mu Show have announced the show will move back to Cahn Auditorium, 600 Emerson St., on the Evanston campus.
Writer, Producer, Director and Actor, Ernest Thompson, Signs With Roth & Associates East Inc.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2021
His work has been nominated for a Tony, an Emmy and a British Academy Award. His more than 35 plays have been seen in theatres around the world.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2021
His work has been nominated for a Tony, an Emmy and a British Academy Award. His more than 35 plays have been seen in theatres around the world.
BWW Review: Leanne Borghesi Answers The Question, “Where The Hell Has She Been?” With BORGHESI'S BACK! At Don't Tell Mama
by Bobby Patrick - Jun 22, 2021
Though her setlist consists of very familiar hit songs from Broadway and pop repertoires, the particular selections and where they intersect with her On The Road Again act brought surprise after surprise and laughs on top of laughs. Seriously, who puts Moonraker (a James Bond Theme) in their nightclub act if their name ain’t Bassey?
by Bobby Patrick - Jun 22, 2021
Though her setlist consists of very familiar hit songs from Broadway and pop repertoires, the particular selections and where they intersect with her On The Road Again act brought surprise after surprise and laughs on top of laughs. Seriously, who puts Moonraker (a James Bond Theme) in their nightclub act if their name ain’t Bassey?
New Musical THE SECRET OF CAMP ELLIOTT To Premiere As 90th Annual Waa-Mu Show
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2021
The 90th annual Waa-Mu Show presents THE SECRET OF CAMP ELLIOTT; to be performed virtually June 2021.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2021
The 90th annual Waa-Mu Show presents THE SECRET OF CAMP ELLIOTT; to be performed virtually June 2021.
90th Annual Waa-Mu Show Will Present THE SECRET OF CAMP ELLIOTT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2021
The co-chairs of Northwestern University's 90th annual Waa-Mu Show have announced the title and theme for its upcoming production. “The Secret of Camp Elliott,” a supernatural mystery musical following three friends at summer camp in 1977. The production will be filmed and available for streaming June 9-20.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2021
The co-chairs of Northwestern University's 90th annual Waa-Mu Show have announced the title and theme for its upcoming production. “The Secret of Camp Elliott,” a supernatural mystery musical following three friends at summer camp in 1977. The production will be filmed and available for streaming June 9-20.
New and Upcoming Releases For the Week of December 21 - MOULIN ROUGE! Songbook, ESTELLA SCROOGE Cast Recording, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2020
This week's list includes the songbook to Moulin Rouge! the Musical. Also, check out the Estella Scrooge cast album featuring Danny Burstein, Betsy Wolfe, Lauren Patten, Patrick Page, Carolee Carmello, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2020
This week's list includes the songbook to Moulin Rouge! the Musical. Also, check out the Estella Scrooge cast album featuring Danny Burstein, Betsy Wolfe, Lauren Patten, Patrick Page, Carolee Carmello, and more.
New and Upcoming Releases For the Week of November 16 - Lea Salonga, Josh Groban, LES MISERABLES, HADESTOWN, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2020
Need something new to read, watch, or listen to? Check out this week's list of new and upcoming releases! This week's list includes new music from Josh Groban and Lea Salonga, plus the cast recording of Les Miserables: The Staged Concert, and a holiday album from the cast of Hadestown!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2020
Need something new to read, watch, or listen to? Check out this week's list of new and upcoming releases! This week's list includes new music from Josh Groban and Lea Salonga, plus the cast recording of Les Miserables: The Staged Concert, and a holiday album from the cast of Hadestown!
Former Child Actors Mackenzie Phillips, Mindy Cohn, Glenn Scarpelli, and Jill Whelan Shared Their Audition Stories on STARS IN THE HOUSE
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2020
Stars in The House, benefiting The Actors Fund, continued Thursday night (8pm) with the Child Stars of TV reunion featuring Mackenzie Phillips (Julie Cooper on 'One Day At A Time'), Glenn Scarpelli (Alex Handris on 'One Day At A Time'), Mindy Cohn (Natalie Green on 'The Facts of Life') and Jill Whelan (Vicki Stubing on 'The Love Boat').
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2020
Stars in The House, benefiting The Actors Fund, continued Thursday night (8pm) with the Child Stars of TV reunion featuring Mackenzie Phillips (Julie Cooper on 'One Day At A Time'), Glenn Scarpelli (Alex Handris on 'One Day At A Time'), Mindy Cohn (Natalie Green on 'The Facts of Life') and Jill Whelan (Vicki Stubing on 'The Love Boat').
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Charlotte Rae been in?
Charlotte Rae has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Charlotte Rae been in?
Charlotte Rae has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Charlotte Rae been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Morning, Noon and Night and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Pickwick.
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