Debra Monk
Birth Place: Middletown, OH, USA
Latest News on Debra Monk:
Photos: On the Red Carpet at ROCKERS ON BROADWAY's BACK IN TIME at Sony Hall (Oct 30, 2024)
Photos: ROCKERS ON BROADWAY's BACK IN TIME at Sony Hall (Oct 30, 2024)
Debra Monk & More Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: BACK IN TIME (Oct 26, 2024)
Photos: On the Red Carpet at ROCKERS ON BROADWAY's BACK IN TIME at Sony Hall (Oct 30, 2024)
Photos: ROCKERS ON BROADWAY's BACK IN TIME at Sony Hall (Oct 30, 2024)
Debra Monk & More Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: BACK IN TIME (Oct 26, 2024)
BIO
Debra Monk has appeared in 11 Broadway show and has been nominated four times for the Tony Award, winning for Featured Actress in a Play for Redwood Curtain. She is co-author of the classic Tony-nominated musical Pump Boys and Dinettes, and has been featured in the television series Grey's Anatomy, Damages, Glee, and NYPD Blue, earning an Emmy Award for her portrayal of Katie Sipowicz. Monk's film credits include One for the Money, The Other Woman, and The Bridges of Madison County.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Arlington, VA (Regional)]
World Premiere at the Signature Theatre, 2017
Elva Miller
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]
Productions
Writing
Composer
Lyricist
Lyricist
Composer/Lyricist
Movies
Prelude to a Kiss
[ 1992 ] Aunt Dorothy
[ 1992 ] Aunt Dorothy
Fearless
[ 1993 ] Alison
[ 1993 ] Alison
For Love or Money
[ 1993 ] Mrs. Wegman
[ 1993 ] Mrs. Wegman
Quiz Show
[ 1994 ] Kintner's Secretary
[ 1994 ] Kintner's Secretary
The Bridges of Madison County
[ 1995 ] Madge
[ 1995 ] Madge
Jeffrey
[ 1995 ] Mom
[ 1995 ] Mom
Reckless
[ 1995 ] Therapist
[ 1995 ] Therapist
Extreme Measures
[ 1996 ] Dr. Judith Gruszynski
[ 1996 ] Dr. Judith Gruszynski
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Jilted Lover
[ 1996 ] Jilted Lover
Bed of Roses
[ 1996 ] Lewis' Mom
[ 1996 ] Lewis' Mom
Mrs. Winterbourne
[ 1996 ] Lieutenant Ambrose
[ 1996 ] Lieutenant Ambrose
The Substance of Fire
[ 1996 ] Martha Hackett
[ 1996 ] Martha Hackett
In & Out
[ 1997 ] Mrs. Lester
[ 1997 ] Mrs. Lester
The Devil's Advocate
[ 1997 ] Pam Garrety
[ 1997 ] Pam Garrety
Bulworth
[ 1998 ] Helen
[ 1998 ] Helen
Center Stage
[ 2000 ] Nancy
[ 2000 ] Nancy
Briar Patch
[ 2002 ] Officer Avon
[ 2002 ] Officer Avon
Milwaukee, Minnesota
[ 2003 ] Edna Burroughs
[ 2003 ] Edna Burroughs
Palindromes
[ 2004 ] Mama Sunshine
[ 2004 ] Mama Sunshine
The Producers
[ 2005 ] Lick Me-Bite Me
[ 2005 ] Lick Me-Bite Me
Dark Water
[ 2005 ] Young Dahlia's Teacher
[ 2005 ] Young Dahlia's Teacher
The Savages
[ 2007 ] Nancy Lachman
[ 2007 ] Nancy Lachman
The Great Buck Howard
[ 2008 ] Doreen
[ 2008 ] Doreen
The Other Woman
[ 2009 ] Laura
[ 2009 ] Laura
One for the Money
[ 2012 ] Mrs. Plum
[ 2012 ] Mrs. Plum
The Brass Teapot
[ 2012 ] Trudy
[ 2012 ] Trudy
Ass Backwards
[ 2013 ] Pawn Shop Owner
[ 2013 ] Pawn Shop Owner
This Is Where I Leave You
[ 2014 ] Linda Callen
[ 2014 ] Linda Callen
Demolition
[ 2015 ] DavisMom
[ 2015 ] DavisMom
Standing Up, Falling Down
[ 2019 ] Jeanie Rollins
[ 2019 ] Jeanie Rollins
TV Shows
A Nero Wolfe Mystery
Mrs. Boone, Mrs. Yeager, Madame Zorka
Mrs. Boone, Mrs. Yeager, Madame Zorka
Damages
Deniece Parsons
Deniece Parsons
Grey's Anatomy
Louise O'Malley
Louise O'Malley
Law & Order
Judge G. Proctor, Dr. Madelyn Stahl, Kathleen O'Brien
Judge G. Proctor, Dr. Madelyn Stahl, Kathleen O'Brien
Loving
Sandra Thorpe
Sandra Thorpe
Mercy Street
Dr. Foster's Mother
Dr. Foster's Mother
Mozart in the Jungle
Betty Cragdale
Betty Cragdale
New Amsterdam
Karen Brantley
Karen Brantley
NYPD Blue
Katie Sipowicz
Katie Sipowicz
Sneaky Pete
Connie Persikof
Connie Persikof
Tell Me a Story
Esther Thorn
Esther Thorn
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Debra Monk, Curtains
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Debra Monk, Curtains
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical
Debra Monk, Steel Pier
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Featured Actress - Musical
Debra Monk, Steel Pier
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Debra Monk , Steel Pier
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production
Debra Monk3 Hotels
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Debra Monk, Picnic
Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Debra Monk, Redwood Curtain
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Actress - Play
Debra Monk, Redwood Curtain
winner
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Debra Monk, Redwood Curtain
Videos
VIDEO: Watch the Cast of THE GILDED AGE Chat with Met Opera Vice President C. Graham Berwind, III
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 9, 2023
Video: Watch THE GILDED AGE Season Two Trailer With Christine Baranski, Audra McDonald & More
by Michael Major - Oct 10, 2023
Video: Watch THE GILDED AGE Season Two Teaser Ahead of October Premiere With Donna Murphy, Denée Benton & More
by Michael Major - Aug 23, 2023
VIDEO: Audra McDonald, Deneé Benton & More in THE GILDED AGE Trailer
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2021
VIDEO: Debra Monk Talks Memories of PICNIC For Roundabout's Off-Script Series
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2020
Broadway Rewind: It's Just Another Day on Opening Night of NEXT TO NORMAL Off-Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2020
VIDEO: Turn Things Around with Highlights from Record Breaking BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Julie Musbach - Mar 13, 2019
VIDEO: First Look - Bernadette Peters & More in MOZART IN THE JUNGLE's Season 4
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2017
TV: Go Behind the Camera at Roundabout's AMY AND THE ORPHANS Photo Shoot with Jamie Brewer and More
by BroadwayWorld TV - Nov 16, 2017
VIDEO: Watch Highlights of Signature Theatre's MRS. MILLER DOES HER THING
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 17, 2017
VIDEO: Tituss Burgess, Sierra Boggess, Melissa Errico, and More Honor Mary-Mitchell Campbell at Transport Group
by BWW News Desk - Feb 8, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES at Theatre at the Center
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 30, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Backstage with Village Theatre's PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, Featuring Levi Kreis
by Stage Tube - Sep 12, 2016
VIDEO: Broadway for Orlando 'What the World Needs Now' on MAYA & MARTY
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 22, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Paper Mill's PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES Gets an Extra Order of Love with Onstage Marriage Proposal
by Stage Tube - Apr 12, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Celebrate Life, Love and Catfish with Highlights from Paper Mill's PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES
by Stage Tube - Apr 6, 2016
TV: Travel South to Highway 57 in Rehearsal for Paper Mill's PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES!
by TV - On the Road - Mar 31, 2016
News
Photos: On the Red Carpet at ROCKERS ON BROADWAY's BACK IN TIME at Sony Hall
ROCKERS ON BROADWAY hosted its 31st annual event themed “Back in Time” on Monday, October 28 at 8:00 PM at New York's Sony Hall. Check out the photos from the red carpet here!
ROCKERS ON BROADWAY hosted its 31st annual event themed “Back in Time” on Monday, October 28 at 8:00 PM at New York's Sony Hall. Check out the photos from the red carpet here!
Photos: ROCKERS ON BROADWAY's BACK IN TIME at Sony Hall
ROCKERS ON BROADWAY hosted its 31st annual event themed “Back in Time” on Monday, October 28 at 8:00 PM at New York's Sony Hall. Check out the photos here!
ROCKERS ON BROADWAY hosted its 31st annual event themed “Back in Time” on Monday, October 28 at 8:00 PM at New York's Sony Hall. Check out the photos here!
Debra Monk & More Join ROCKERS ON BROADWAY: BACK IN TIME
ROCKERS ON BROADWAY – the annual concert raising money for charities that include pre-professional training and scholarships in the performing arts – has announced that Tony Award winner Debra Monk will make a special appearance at its 31st annual event themed “Back in Time” on Monday, October 28 at 8:00 PM at New York's Sony Hall.
ROCKERS ON BROADWAY – the annual concert raising money for charities that include pre-professional training and scholarships in the performing arts – has announced that Tony Award winner Debra Monk will make a special appearance at its 31st annual event themed “Back in Time” on Monday, October 28 at 8:00 PM at New York's Sony Hall.
Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff & More to Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB at Birdland
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of YELLOW FACE
The stars aligned at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was there to capture all of the stars and VIP guests.
The stars aligned at the Todd Haimes Theatre to celebrate opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's new production of Yellow Face by David Henry Hwang. BroadwayWorld was there to capture all of the stars and VIP guests.
Photos: Paul Rudd, Matt Damon & More at MCNEAL Opening Night
The Lincoln Center Theater production of McNEAL, a new play by Ayad Akhtar, directed by Bartlett Sher opened last night at the Vivian Beaumont Theater! See photos of stars on the red carpet!
The Lincoln Center Theater production of McNEAL, a new play by Ayad Akhtar, directed by Bartlett Sher opened last night at the Vivian Beaumont Theater! See photos of stars on the red carpet!
The Garden Theatre Will Bring ASSASSINS to The Stage
The Garden Theatre, one of Houston's newest theatre companies, has announced plans to bring the semi-historical musical, Assassins, to life at MATCH. Featuring the stories of America's real-life villains, the production will run October 11-27, 2024 at Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston.
The Garden Theatre, one of Houston's newest theatre companies, has announced plans to bring the semi-historical musical, Assassins, to life at MATCH. Featuring the stories of America's real-life villains, the production will run October 11-27, 2024 at Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston.
Westport Country Playhouse Adds Laura Benanti To Talent Lineup For Annual Fundraiser
Westport Country Playhouse has announced that Tony Award winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti has been added to the talent lineup for the fundraising concert, “The Best Is Yet to Come,” on Saturday, September 14.
Westport Country Playhouse has announced that Tony Award winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti has been added to the talent lineup for the fundraising concert, “The Best Is Yet to Come,” on Saturday, September 14.
F. Murray Abraham, Raul Esparza, and More Join Westport Country Playhouse Annual Fundraiser
F. Murray Abraham, Raúl Esparza, Norm Lewis, Bonnie Milligan, Debra Monk, and Lillias White will join previously announced performers Kristin Chenoweth and Mary-Mitchell Campbell for “The Best Is Yet to Come” benefit.
F. Murray Abraham, Raúl Esparza, Norm Lewis, Bonnie Milligan, Debra Monk, and Lillias White will join previously announced performers Kristin Chenoweth and Mary-Mitchell Campbell for “The Best Is Yet to Come” benefit.
Leslie Uggams, Andrea Martin, & More Join THE GILDED AGE Season 3
A slew of new names have joined the third season of HBO's hit drama The Gilded Age. Bill Camp (Broadway's The Crucible), Merritt Wever, Leslie Uggams, and Lisagay Hamilton will all play key roles in Season 3's ensemble. Additionally, Tony Award winner Andrea Martin is set to portray a medium named Madame Dashkova.
A slew of new names have joined the third season of HBO's hit drama The Gilded Age. Bill Camp (Broadway's The Crucible), Merritt Wever, Leslie Uggams, and Lisagay Hamilton will all play key roles in Season 3's ensemble. Additionally, Tony Award winner Andrea Martin is set to portray a medium named Madame Dashkova.
JoAnn M. Hunter to Direct Broadway-Aimed YASUKE: THE BLACK SAMURAI
JoAnn M. Hunter will direct the Broadway-aimed musical Yasuke: The Black Samurai. Learn more about the Hunter and about the show!
JoAnn M. Hunter will direct the Broadway-aimed musical Yasuke: The Black Samurai. Learn more about the Hunter and about the show!
Debra Monk- Led HOLD To Premiere At The Greenpoint Film Festival
Debra Monk stars in the new production of HOLD, a gripping drama exploring family dynamics and personal struggles. The show promises an intense and emotional experience for theatergoers.
Debra Monk stars in the new production of HOLD, a gripping drama exploring family dynamics and personal struggles. The show promises an intense and emotional experience for theatergoers.
Phylicia Rashad, Brian Stokes Mitchell, & More Join Third Season of THE GILDED AGE
Broadway talent continues to be represented in the hit HBO show The Gilded Age as more stage actors join the upcoming season. According to multiple reports, Phylicia Rashad, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Jordan Donica, and Victoria Clark will all be featured in Season 3 of the show.
Broadway talent continues to be represented in the hit HBO show The Gilded Age as more stage actors join the upcoming season. According to multiple reports, Phylicia Rashad, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Jordan Donica, and Victoria Clark will all be featured in Season 3 of the show.
Review: PATTI LUPONE: A LIFE IN NOTES at Kennedy Center
The triple -threat talent of the charismatic performer Patti LuPone was on full display at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall on Friday evening---and, oh! What a night it was! A capacity crowd of what was obviously a devoted (and almost fanatical fan base) tuned out to see a glorious two hours of songs ---which were sung with sheer show -biz brio by the resonant mezzo-soprano of Ms. LuPone.
The triple -threat talent of the charismatic performer Patti LuPone was on full display at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall on Friday evening---and, oh! What a night it was! A capacity crowd of what was obviously a devoted (and almost fanatical fan base) tuned out to see a glorious two hours of songs ---which were sung with sheer show -biz brio by the resonant mezzo-soprano of Ms. LuPone.
Photos: Inside KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD! for Roundabout Theater Company
On Monday, Roundabout Theatre Company presented Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD, a special benefit concert. BroadwayWorld went inside the star-studded event! Check out photos of Kristin along with some very special guests!
On Monday, Roundabout Theatre Company presented Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD, a special benefit concert. BroadwayWorld went inside the star-studded event! Check out photos of Kristin along with some very special guests!
VERSIFIED! THE HUMAN EQUATION Comes to Los Angeles This April
Opening this April, poetry meets theatre in Los Angeles with Versified! The Human Equation. Versified! The Human Equation runs for six performances over three weekends April 12th - 27th, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Opening this April, poetry meets theatre in Los Angeles with Versified! The Human Equation. Versified! The Human Equation runs for six performances over three weekends April 12th - 27th, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Video: THE GILDED AGE Star Carrie Coon Wants A Musical Of the Hit Drama
Carrie Coon, who has won audiences with her portrayal of Bertha Russell on HBO's The Gilded Age, wants to see the hit drama come to Broadway as a musical! Watch the video.
Carrie Coon, who has won audiences with her portrayal of Bertha Russell on HBO's The Gilded Age, wants to see the hit drama come to Broadway as a musical! Watch the video.
Laura Benanti, Jane Krakowski, Vanessa Williams & More Join KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced that Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD, a special benefit concert directed by Warren Carlyle.
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced that Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD, a special benefit concert directed by Warren Carlyle.
Photos: Alex Newell, Shoshana Bean, and More Perform at BROADWAY BACKWARDS
Tony Award winners, Broadway legends and newcomers alike spectacularly shared LGBTQ+ stories through show tunes at Broadway Backwards at Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre on March 11, 2024. Check out photos from the event here!
Tony Award winners, Broadway legends and newcomers alike spectacularly shared LGBTQ+ stories through show tunes at Broadway Backwards at Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre on March 11, 2024. Check out photos from the event here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 27, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 27, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 27, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Debra Monk been in?
Debra Monk has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has Debra Monk been in?
Debra Monk has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Debra Monk been nominated for?
Debra Monk has received several nominations for her outstanding performances. She was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Curtains and for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Curtains. Additionally, she received nominations for Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Steel Pier, and for Best Featured Actress - Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Steel Pier. Monk was also nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Steel Pier. Her work in 3 Hotels earned her a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards. In the realm of plays, she was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Picnic, and for Outstanding Actress - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Redwood Curtain. Furthermore, she received nominations for Best Actress - Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Redwood Curtain, and for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Redwood Curtain.
What awards has Debra Monk won?
Debra Monk has won the following awards: Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Curtains; Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for 3 Hotels; and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Redwood Curtain.
How many shows has Debra Monk written?
Debra Monk has written 2 shows including Pump Boys and Dinettes (Composer/Lyricist), Oil City Symphony (Composer).
Videos