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BIO

Since she first appeared on stage as purple-rinsed Melbourne housewife Mrs Edna Everage, Dame Edna has toured Europe, the US and the Middle East, picking up a Tony Award for the 2000 Broadway production Dame Edna, The Royal Tour and a Tony nomination in 2004 for Back with a Vengeance.

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Awards and Nominations


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2000 - Special Awards

Dame Edna, The Royal Tour


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Tony Awards - 2000 - Special Tony Award For a Live Theatrical Presentation

Dame Edna, Dame Edna: The Royal Tour

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News


Cady Huffman Will Lead A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM Concert in Jacksonville
by Joshua Wright - Apr 4, 2025

Two of Jacksonville's most prominent nonprofit arts organizations, the Florida Theatre and Theatre Jacksonville, are producing the classic Broadway musical in concert A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum for two performances.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 17, 2025

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards; TONY BENNETT: A TRIBUTE Leads Best Show!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Graham Norton Australian Tour Adds New Dates
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 18, 2024

Beloved Irish comedian, actor, author and television host Graham Norton will embark on his first-ever live tour of Australia in March. Learn more about the tour and how to get tickets here!
Interview: Goldie Dver Honors Anthony Newley in WHAT A MAN at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 27, 2024

On Sunday, 10/6 and Friday, 11/1 at 7 pm, you can catch What a Man! Goldie Dver Sings Anthony Newley at Don’t Tell Mama. MAC Award Winner and 2024 Female Vocalist Nominee Goldie Dver will premiere her sensational tribute to actor, singer, composer/lyricist, icon, and her personal friend Anthony Newley! Read a conversation with Dver about the show.
Review: A TRIBUTE TO DAME EDNA: OVERDRESSED FOR THE APOCALYPSE at Triad Theater
by Lydia Singer - Sep 13, 2024

Michael J. Walters, an award-winning actor and singer, brings his considerable talent to the Triad Theater with his latest show, entitled A Tribute to Dame Edna: Overdressed for the Apocalypse. He straddles several styles, from stand-up comedy to song to impressions, to create a memorable evening. Catch it 9/21 and 9/22 at the Triad.
Interview: Michael Walters Brings Brash, Funny Dame Edna to the Triad Theater
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 7, 2024

Cabaret singer Michael Walters, who has the distinction of being the longest-running Dame Edna tribute act in the world, is making his off-Broadway debut with the character on Saturday 9/7 at the Triad Theater. OVERDRESSED FOR THE APOCALYPSE features original songs and material, plus that special brand of Dame Edna humor.
Photos: Go Inside the Opening of the REAL TO REEL Exhibition, Paying Tribute To Leslie Jordan
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 30, 2024

This week, the Hollywood Museum’s Annual and LGBTQ+ Exhibit opening and Awards, Hollywood’s first LGBTQ+ Tribute/Exhibit and Awards, Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum) announced its 2024 salute to the LGBTQ+ community's contributions to the entertainment industry. Check out photos here!
Cady Huffman And More Sing SONGS OF HOPE To Benefit Center for Safety and Change
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2024

Join ArtsRock for 'Songs of Hope' on April 20th, featuring Broadway stars like Cady Huffman, Georgia Stitt, and Rita Harvey.
Interview: Marilyn Maye at 54 Below: Still Going Strong at 96!
by Michael Walters - Apr 8, 2024

Marilyn Maye celebrates 96 years of song! Celebrate the iconic singer's birthday by catching one of her string of shows with dates April 9-12, 14, & 16-20, and May 2, 5, & 6, 2024. Read a conversation with Maye about the show, and get your tickets today!
Cast Set For Alan Ayckbourn's A CHORUS OF DISAPPROVAL at Salisbury Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024

The cast has been announced for Wiltshire Creative's upcoming production of Alan Ayckbourn's A Chorus of Disapproval, completing their 2024 spring season.
Liz Callaway, Billy Stritch & More Nominated for 2024 MAC Awards - See the Full List!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets has revealed the 2024 MAC Award nominees. See who was nominated!
A Night Of Laughter And Love ONE DAME FUNNY VALENTINE At Milburn Stone Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2024

Get ready to laugh, love, and celebrate Valentine's Day like never before with 'One Dame Funny Valentine' at Milburn Stone Theatre on Friday, February 16th, 2024. Doors open at 7:30pm, and the show kicks off at 8pm.
Video: Watch the Memorial Service for Barry Humphries at the Sydney Opera House
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 26, 2023

A state memorial service was held on December 15th for world-renowned entertainer, author, actor and satirist Barry Humphries AC CBE.
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Cabaret Awards; Current Live Standings
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards Voting Update
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Dr. Jane Goodall To Launch Australia/New Zealand Tour In 2024
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 3, 2023

Dr Jane Goodall is coming to Australia and New Zealand for a tour in 2024. Don't miss the chance to hear from this renowned primatologist and conservationist.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Dame Edna been nominated for?

Special Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Royal Tour and Special Tony Award For a Live Theatrical Presentation (Tony Awards) for Dame Edna: The Royal Tour.

What awards has Dame Edna won?

Dame Edna has received Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for The Royal Tour. Additionally, she was honored with a Special Tony Award for a Live Theatrical Presentation at the Tony Awards for Dame Edna: The Royal Tour.

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