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Birth Place: Cambridge, MA, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Women's Project Theater Original Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Elizabeth [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Woman #1

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Alice

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Angel

Emily

Mormon Mother

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Ella Chapter

Emily

The Angel

The Woman in the South Bronx

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Paulinka Erdnuss

Writing

Adaptation
New Version
Playwright

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Adaptation

Ellen McLaughlinThe Trojan Women

Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award

Ellen McLaughlinSeptimus and Clarissa

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Photos: Ellen McLaughlin & Mary Beth Peil to Star in PEN PALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2025

As part of its rotating cast, Ellen McLaughlin & Tony Award Nominee Mary Beth Peil will step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the hit Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. Get a first look at photos.
OYL Theater Company Reveals 2025 International Performance Residency
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2025

OYL Theater Company has announced its 2025 International Performance Residency in India, Japan, and Greece June 9-August 10, 2025. Applications are open.
PEN PALS Additional Performance Added At The Theatre at St Clement's 
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2025

The producers of Pen Pals have announced a special added performance on Saturday, January 18 at 2 PM and 8PM with Nancy McKeon and Gail Winar. The show runs through February 9, 2025, at St. Clement's Theatre,
RED BULL THEATER's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2025 Submissions Now Open
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 7, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that submissions are now open for Red Bull's ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Featuring six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year's theme, “Defiance,”
Photos: Nia Vardalos & Gail Winar Join PEN PALS Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2025

As part of its rotating cast, Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee Nia Vardalos & Gail Winar have stepped into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals. See photos!
Catherine Curtin and Sharon Lawrence Will Star in PEN PALS
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2024

As part of its rotating cast, Catherine Curtin (“Stranger Things,” “Orange is the New Black”) and Sharon Lawrence (“Joe Pickett,” “NYPD Blue,” “Queen Sugar”) will step into the roles of Bernie and Mags in the Off-Broadway production of Pen Pals.
Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin & Gail Winar Join the Rotating Cast of PEN PALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024

Kate Burton, Elle McLaughlin, and Gail Winar will join the rotating cast of Pen Pals at the Theatre at St. Clements. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Top 10 Theater Productions in St. Louis for 2024
by James Lindhorst - Dec 12, 2024

This past season was the year of the drama in St. Louis Theater. Patrons returned to the theatre in droves and many of the regional companies experienced strong box office with sold-out or extended runs. Tesseract Theater Company had a breakout year, placing two productions on this top 10 list. The Black Rep, ERA, They Muny, New Jewish Theater, The Repertory Theater of St. Louis, and STAGES St. Louis all benefited from positive word of mouth and strong single ticket box office sales thanks to their marvelous seasons and well-reviewed productions.  
Pacific Resident Theatre Extends THE SPY WHO WENT TO REHAB Through October 6
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024

Pacific Resident Theatre has announced an extension of 'The Spy Who Went Into Rehab' through October 6, featuring Jason Culp, son of Robert Culp, in a James Bond-type role.
Red Bull Theater Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring Productions, Readings & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024

Red Bull Theater has revealed its 2024-25 season with a lineup of productions, readings, and special events available both in-person and online.
Pacific Resident Theatre Extends the Run of THE SPY WHO WENT INTO REHAB
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024

Pacific Resident Theatre extends performances of THE SPY WHO WENT INTO REHAB through August 25.
Frank Wood and Kelley Curran to Star in THE MEETING: THE INTERPRETER Off-Broadway In August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2024

Tony Award winner Frank Wood and Kelley Curran will star in THE MEETING: THE INTERPRETER, a new play by Catherine Gropper, directed by Brian Mertes. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Casts Set for Red Bull Theater's Short New Play Festival 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024

Red Bull Theater revealed the cast for its 2024 Short New Play Festival, featuring world premiere works by Madeleine George and Robert O’Hara. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Red Bull Theater Reveals Selections for Short New Play Festival 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024

Red Bull Theater has revealed the winning selections for Red Bull’s ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Learn more!
Undermain Theatre Presents THE PERSIANS This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2024

Explore the ancient tragedy THE PERSIANS, brought to life by Undermain Theatre. Immerse yourself in a timeless tale of war and its aftermath, reimagined for the modern audience.
BWW Q&A: Ellen McLaughlin on AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
by Joshua Wright - Apr 2, 2024

Finishing out The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis’ 2023/24 Season is the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning powerhouse drama, August: Osage County by acclaimed contemporary playwright Tracy Letts.
Review: AUGUST OSAGE COUNTY at Loretto-Hilton Center
by Rob Levy - Mar 29, 2024

The Rep’s August Osage County is a rough and tumble roller-coaster ride of anxiety, anger, and alienation that reflects on familial dysfunction with hostility and viciousness.
Silicon Valley Story Lab Merges with Remote Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2024

Silicon Valley Story Lab has merged with Remote Theater, forming an incubator for dramatic works exploring human existence in the technological age.
Lynn Nottage's SWEAT to Open at Capital Repertory Theatre in Two Weeks
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 3, 2024

Capital Repertory Theatre is getting ready to open its first show of 2024, Pulitzer Prize-winning play “Sweat” by Lynn Nottage. Learn more about the production here!
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis Presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY March 19th - April 7th
by James Lindhorst - Mar 1, 2024

The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis closes its current season with a production of Tray Letts’ tragicomedy AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY. Performances begin on March 19th and the show runs through April 7th on the main stage in the Loretto-Hilton Center. AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY is a winner of 5 Tony Awards, including Best Play, and the winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The dark comedy examines the dysfunctional dynamics of the Weston Family when they return home for a funeral. Broadway World had the opportunity to sit down with Director Amelia Acosta Powell and Broadway’s Astrid Van Wieren who plays Mattie Faye Aiken to talk about The Rep’s upcoming production. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ellen McLaughlin been in?

Ellen McLaughlin has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Ellen McLaughlin been in?

Ellen McLaughlin has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Ellen McLaughlin been nominated for?

Outstanding Adaptation (Drama Desk Awards) for The Trojan Women and Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Septimus and Clarissa .

How many shows has Ellen McLaughlin written?

Ellen McLaughlin has written 5 shows including The Persians (New Version), The Party (Adaptation), Iphigenia and Other Daughters (Playwright), Tongue of a Bird (Playwright), Helen (Playwright).

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