Gwen Verdon
Date of Death: October 17, 2000 (75)
Birth Place: Culver City, CA, USA
Latest News on Gwen Verdon:
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB (Nov 19, 2024)
The Estate of Chita Rivera to be Auctioned at Bonhams (Nov 14, 2024)
CHICAGO cumple 28 años en Broadway (Nov 14, 2024)
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB (Nov 19, 2024)
The Estate of Chita Rivera to be Auctioned at Bonhams (Nov 14, 2024)
CHICAGO cumple 28 años en Broadway (Nov 14, 2024)
BIO
Gwen Verdon was an American dancer and actress of stage and screen. While she originated many roles in musicals, she is also strongly identified with her second husband, director–choreographer Bob Fosse, remembered as the muse/collaborator for whom he choreographed much of his work.
Verdon starred in the original productions of Chicago (1975), Sweet Charity (1966), Damn Yankees (1956), and Can-Can (1953). Films include Marvin's Room (1966), Cocoon (1985), and Damn Yankees (1958). Verdon won 4 Tony Awards throughout her lifetime and was nominated for 2 others.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1950
"I Didn't Want Him" Dancer
"Love It Hurts So Good" Dancer
"One Two Three" Dancer
"Propinquity" Dancer
"Cole Scuttle Blues" Dancer
Abou's Wife
Productions
Movies
The Mississippi Gambler
[ 1953 ] choreographer
[ 1953 ] choreographer
Damn Yankees
[ 1958 ] Lola
[ 1958 ] Lola
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
[ 1978 ] Our Guests at Heartland
[ 1978 ] Our Guests at Heartland
The Cotton Club
[ 1984 ] Tish Dwyer
[ 1984 ] Tish Dwyer
Cocoon
[ 1985 ] Bess McCarthy
[ 1985 ] Bess McCarthy
Nadine
[ 1987 ] Vera
[ 1987 ] Vera
Cocoon: The Return
[ 1988 ] Bess McCarthy
[ 1988 ] Bess McCarthy
Alice
[ 1990 ] Alice's Mother
[ 1990 ] Alice's Mother
Marvin's Room
[ 1996 ] Ruth
[ 1996 ] Ruth
Walking Across Egypt
[ 1999 ] Alora
[ 1999 ] Alora
Bruno
[ 2000 ] Mrs. Drago
[ 2000 ] Mrs. Drago
TV Shows
Magnum, P.I.
Katherine Peterson
Katherine Peterson
Walker, Texas Ranger
Maisie Whitman
Maisie Whitman
Webster
Aunt Charlotte
Aunt Charlotte
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama League Awards - 1999 - Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre
Gwen Verdon
Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gwen Verdon , Chicago
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1966 - Best Performance
Gwen Verdon, Sweet Charity
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gwen Verdon, Sweet Charity
winner
Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gwen Verdon, Redhead
winner
Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gwen Verdon, New Girl In Town
Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gwen Verdon, New Girl In Town
winner
Tony Awards - 1956 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gwen Verdon, Damn Yankees
winner
Tony Awards - 1954 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gwen Verdon, Can-Can
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1953 - Performance
Gwen Verdon, Can-Can
Videos
Video: Patrick Pacheco Opens Up About Putting Pen to Paper with Chita Rivera
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - May 9, 2023
Exclusive: Broadway Legend (and Author) Chita Rivera Unpacks Her Life in the Theatre
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Apr 25, 2023
VIDEO: Michelle Williams Honors Mary Beth Peil During Gotham Award Acceptance Speech
by Michael Major - Nov 29, 2022
VIDEO: Pamela Anderson Gets Ready to Make Her Broadway Debut in CHICAGO
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 23, 2022
VIDEO: Audra McDonald Reflects on a Year Without Broadway on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Sarah Leiber - Mar 11, 2021
Broadway Rewind: Sutton Foster & More Get Ready to Bring LITTLE WOMEN to Broadway in 2005
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2020
VIDEO: Audra McDonald Performs 'Somewhere' And 'Some Other Time' to Honor Michael Tilson Thomas
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 16, 2019
VIDEO: Michelle Williams Tackles Pay Inequality in Emmys Acceptance Speech For FOSSE/VERDON
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2019
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of FOSSE/VERDON to Meet Nicole Fosse, Gwen and Bob's Real Life Daughter
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 3, 2019
VIDEO: See How the Groundbreaking Choreography was Recreated for FOSSE/VERDON
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 31, 2019
VIDEO: Gwen Returns to Acting in Preview for the Third Episode of FOSSE/VERDON
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 18, 2019
News
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
The Estate of Chita Rivera to be Auctioned at Bonhams
One-of-a-kind costumes, awards, photographs, and ephemera from the extraordinary career of Broadway legend Chita Rivera (1933-2024) will be auctioned online at Bonhams.
One-of-a-kind costumes, awards, photographs, and ephemera from the extraordinary career of Broadway legend Chita Rivera (1933-2024) will be auctioned online at Bonhams.
CHICAGO cumple 28 años en Broadway
Si bien EL FANTASMA DE LA ÓPERA es el musical más longevo de la historia de Broadway y LOS MISERABLES lo es del West End, el puesto a la producción estadounidense más longeva de la historia de la Great White Way se lo lleva el revival de CHICAGO, que hoy cumple la friolera de 28 años ininterrumpidos en Broadway.
Si bien EL FANTASMA DE LA ÓPERA es el musical más longevo de la historia de Broadway y LOS MISERABLES lo es del West End, el puesto a la producción estadounidense más longeva de la historia de la Great White Way se lo lleva el revival de CHICAGO, que hoy cumple la friolera de 28 años ininterrumpidos en Broadway.
Review: Macon Prickett Owns 54 Below During MACON: HIS OWN WAY!
Macon Prickett glittered and was gay. And it worked.
Macon Prickett glittered and was gay. And it worked.
Cheeyang Ng and Eric Sorrels Will Receive 20th Annual Fred Ebb Award
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
Betty Buckley’s 'Grizabella' Joins Broadway Legends Ornament Collection
This holiday season, “let the memory live again” of Betty Buckley’s Tony Award-winning performance in Cats as her Grizabella joins Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ limited edition Broadway Legends ornament series.
This holiday season, “let the memory live again” of Betty Buckley’s Tony Award-winning performance in Cats as her Grizabella joins Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS’ limited edition Broadway Legends ornament series.
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.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Passing of Charlie Gray, Former Executive Director
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the passing of Charlie Gray, who served as Executive Director from 1982 to 1996. Mr. Gray left an indelible mark on the Pittsburgh arts community through his unwavering commitment to musical theater and arts education.
Pittsburgh CLO has announced the passing of Charlie Gray, who served as Executive Director from 1982 to 1996. Mr. Gray left an indelible mark on the Pittsburgh arts community through his unwavering commitment to musical theater and arts education.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Kicks Off Season With VERDON FOSSE LEGACY
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has announced that tickets for the Season 47 Fall Series are now on sale. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago has announced that tickets for the Season 47 Fall Series are now on sale. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret In Chicago Celebrates WOMEN IN MUSIC In August and September
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret in Chicago celebrates WOMEN IN MUSIC in August and September with tribute shows, as well as some of the city's top female performers.
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret in Chicago celebrates WOMEN IN MUSIC in August and September with tribute shows, as well as some of the city's top female performers.
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret to Celebrate Women in Music
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret in Chicago will celebrate WOMEN IN MUSIC with tribute shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret in Chicago will celebrate WOMEN IN MUSIC with tribute shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Nelson Aspen Pays Tribute to TONY BENNETT at The Green Room 42
Nelson Aspen and Allyson Briggs have a new tribute show to the great Tony Bennett, who passed away last July at the age of 96. You can catch Tony Bennett: A Tribute on August 7th at the Green Room 42 near Times Square. The Green Room 42 show will feature clips from his time with Bennett, reflections on his humanitarian work, career highlights, support of young musicians, and, of course, plenty of songs from the great American songbook that Bennett infused with his signature style.
Nelson Aspen and Allyson Briggs have a new tribute show to the great Tony Bennett, who passed away last July at the age of 96. You can catch Tony Bennett: A Tribute on August 7th at the Green Room 42 near Times Square. The Green Room 42 show will feature clips from his time with Bennett, reflections on his humanitarian work, career highlights, support of young musicians, and, of course, plenty of songs from the great American songbook that Bennett infused with his signature style.
Judi Mark Returns Home To Chicago With A Tribute To Gwen Verdon At Davenport's
Judi Mark returns to Chicago with her tribute show 'Merely Marvelous: The Songs of Gwen Verdon' at Davenport's on August 31, celebrating the Broadway star with performances and stories.
Judi Mark returns to Chicago with her tribute show 'Merely Marvelous: The Songs of Gwen Verdon' at Davenport's on August 31, celebrating the Broadway star with performances and stories.
Review: BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS WITH GLENN ROSENBLUM Part 1 at CVRep
When you can hear a room audibly smile, then you know you are in the presence of Glenn Rosenblum. He’s charming, clever, witty, playfully spills the Tea, shows off his encyclopedic knowledge regarding all things Broadway, and displays his utmost respect for this genre of entertainment.
When you can hear a room audibly smile, then you know you are in the presence of Glenn Rosenblum. He’s charming, clever, witty, playfully spills the Tea, shows off his encyclopedic knowledge regarding all things Broadway, and displays his utmost respect for this genre of entertainment.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Bette On It! with Kevin Winkler
In this video, I am joined by author, editor, librarian and former performer, Kevin Winkler, to talk all about his extensive career as an author and literary historian. He shares about his love for Bette Midler, and what led him to publish his third biographical book, 'On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide.'
In this video, I am joined by author, editor, librarian and former performer, Kevin Winkler, to talk all about his extensive career as an author and literary historian. He shares about his love for Bette Midler, and what led him to publish his third biographical book, 'On Bette Midler: An Opinionated Guide.'
Don't Tell Mama to Present Return of Judi Mark in MERELY MARVELOUS: THE SONGS OF GWEN VERDON
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Judi Mark Brings Tribute to Gwen Verdon to Don't Tell Mama
DON’T TELL MAMA will present Judi Mark with a musical celebration of four-time Tony Award winner Gwen Verdon and her hit Broadway shows including “Damn Yankees,” “Redhead,” “Sweet Charity” and “Chicago.”
DON’T TELL MAMA will present Judi Mark with a musical celebration of four-time Tony Award winner Gwen Verdon and her hit Broadway shows including “Damn Yankees,” “Redhead,” “Sweet Charity” and “Chicago.”
Review: DAMN YANKEES at Desert Theatricals
What did our critic think of DAMN YANKEES at Desert Theatricals?
What did our critic think of DAMN YANKEES at Desert Theatricals?
MTI Launches New Licensing Division, MTI Concert Dance
MTI Concert Dance will license choreographed works from well-known choreographers across many genres of dance. For its launch, MTI has partnered with The Robbins Rights Trust to exclusively license the entire ballet repertory of the legendary Jerome Robbins.
MTI Concert Dance will license choreographed works from well-known choreographers across many genres of dance. For its launch, MTI has partnered with The Robbins Rights Trust to exclusively license the entire ballet repertory of the legendary Jerome Robbins.
Liz Callaway, Billy Stritch & More Nominated for 2024 MAC Awards - See the Full List!
The Manhattan Association of Cabarets has revealed the 2024 MAC Award nominees. See who was nominated!
The Manhattan Association of Cabarets has revealed the 2024 MAC Award nominees. See who was nominated!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gwen Verdon been in?
Gwen Verdon has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
How many West End shows has Gwen Verdon been in?
Gwen Verdon has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Gwen Verdon been nominated for?
Gwen Verdon has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. These include the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre from the Drama League Awards, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for both "Chicago" and "Sweet Charity," Best Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Sweet Charity," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Redhead," "New Girl In Town," and "Damn Yankees," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Can-Can," and a Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for "Can-Can."
What awards has Gwen Verdon won?
Gwen Verdon has won several awards throughout her career in musical theatre. She received the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre award from the Drama League Awards. She also won the Best Performance award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her role in Sweet Charity. At the Tony Awards, Verdon won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her performances in Redhead, New Girl In Town, and Damn Yankees. Additionally, she won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical Tony Award for Can-Can. Verdon's talent was recognized with a Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for her work in Can-Can.
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