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Gypsy Rose Lee

Also Credited As: Rose Louise

Date of Death: April 26, 1970 (59)

Birth Place: Seattle, WA, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1961
Jenny

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1942
Gloria Pinkee

Nurse

The Girl on the Police Gazette

The Lady that's known as "Lou"

Jennie Windsor

"Star and Garter Girls" Singer

"I Can't Strip to Brahms" Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1939
May Daly [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 1936
Nurse

Miss Gherkin

Dolores Del Morgan

"I Can't Get Started With You" Singer

Mrs. Higgins

Lady De Vere

"The Economic Situation" Singer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1936
Performer

Writing

Source Material

Movies

Stage Door Canteen
[ 1943 ] Gypsy Rose Lee
Belle of the Yukon
[ 1944 ] Belle De Valle
Doll Face
[ 1945 ] writer
Babes in Bagdad
[ 1952 ] Zohara
Muchachas de Bagdad
[ 1953 ] Zohara
Wind Across the Everglades
[ 1958 ] Mrs. Bradford
The Stripper
[ 1963 ] Madame Olga
The Trouble with Angels
[ 1966 ] Mrs. Phipps

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Video: Audra McDonald, George C. Wolfe, & More Talk GYPSY on CBS Sunday Morning

CBS Sunday Morning spoke with Audra McDonald and director George C. Wolfe about their production of Gypsy, currently running on Broadway at the Majestic Theatre, and the task of taking on a character like Mama Rose. Watch the video here!
Audra McDonald Says She Discussed Starring in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and GYPSY with Sondheim

While discussing how Gypsy came about with The New Yorker, Audra McDonald revealed that another iconic Sondheim role might be on the horizon in the future.
COME FROM AWAY Returns To The Washington Pavilion In January

The Washington Pavilion will welcome the popular musical production of COME FROM AWAY back to its stage for a limited time engagement on January 7–9, 2025.
Video: Joy Woods Talks GYPSY and Offers Advice for Young Performers on GOOD MORNING AMERICA

Gypsy star Joy Woods visited Good Morning America to discuss her role in the new production of the acclaimed musical. During the interview, she talked about the revival, working with her co-stars, and offered advice for young performers. Watch it now!
Photos: Becca Kidwell's IF YOU HADN'T...BUT YOU DID at Don't Tell Mama

Becca Kidwell brought her enthralling show If You Hadn't…But You Did back to Don't Tell Mama on November 29, 2024, at 7 pm. The show is a daring exploration of love, sex, and murder. See photos from the show snapped by photographer Conor Weiss.
Shop GYPSY on Broadway Merch

Shop the entire merch collection for the new Broadway production of Gypsy starring Audra McDonald - now available in BroadwayWorld's shop! Get shirts, hoodies, tote bags, hats, magnets, ornaments, pins, fans, and more.
Photos: First Look At Audra McDonald In GYPSY On Broadway

The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway tonight,  Thursday, November 21 at the newly renovated Majestic Theatre.  The production has released its official first look at Tony Award-winner Audra McDonald as 'Mama' Rose Hovick and Joy Woods in the title role. See the photos!
GYPSY llegará al Apolo de Madrid en febrero de 2025

Antonio Banderas reinterpreta el clásico con una nueva y original puesta en escena, con la que vuelve a sorprendernos en esta primera producción de este título en nuestro país.
Tryphena Wade To Stand by for Audra McDonald In GYPSY

The revival of GYPSY beginning previews on Broadway this week, has finalized its casting.
GYPSY to Offer $49 and $39 Tickets Through Rush & Standing Room Policies

The revival of GYPSY, directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe and starring six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald, has announced it rush and standing room ticket policies. Learn how to purchase discounted tickets.
Tickets on Sale For HADESTOWN and COME FROM AWAY in Cleveland

Playhouse Square announced that tickets to the touring Broadway productions of HADESTOWN and COME FROM AWAY are available for purchase now. Learn more here!
WATCH: Carmen Conesa, Marta Valverde y Lorena Calero hablan de sus personajes en GYPSY

La cuenta de Instagram del Teatro del Soho Caixabank ha publicado una entrevista con las actrices Carmen Conesa, Marta Valverde y Lorena Calero, que interpretan a Tessie Tura, Mazeppa y Electra respectivamente en GYPSY.
Meet the Cast of GYPSY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

GYPSY is coming back to Broadway, starring Audra McDonald! The production begins previews at Broadway’s newly renovated Majestic Theatre. Meet the cast of GYPSY here!
Becca Kidwell's IF YOU HADN'T...BUT YOU DID Comes to Don't Tell Mama

Becca Kidwell will return to Don't Tell Mama with her enthralling show If You Hadn't…But You Did, a daring exploration of love, sex, and murder, later this month.
Video: Audra McDonald Sings in New GYPSY Promo

Directed by six-time Tony Award-winning Director George C. Wolfe, GYPSY is coming back to Broadway later this month. Watch all four stars and listen to a small clip from 'Everything's Coming Up Roses' in this brand new promo video.  
COME FROM AWAY to Return to The Fisher Theater in February

COME FROM AWAY will return to the Fisher Theatre in Detroit. Experience the musical that tells the story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town that welcomed them. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Previews: 1962 ON STAGE AND SCREEN at The Musical Theater Project

The Musical Theatre Project's next live program, 1962 ON STAGE AND SCREEN, is to be presented at 3:00 pm on Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Photos: Audra McDonald and the Cast of GYPSY Meet the Press

On Monday, October 28th, the cast and creative team of GYPSY participated in press interviews at New 42 Studios where the upcoming revival is in its fourth week of rehearsals. See photos of the company here!
Video: Audra McDonald Shares Her Take on Mama Rose in GYPSY

Audra McDonald is sharing some insights into how she thinks of the character of Mama Rose. The Tony-winning performer will be taking on the iconic role in Gypsy beginning in November and McDonald visited Good Morning America to talk about the show and give audiences an idea of what they can expect.
Tickets to COME FROM AWAY at the Aronoff Center on Sale Tomorrow

Single tickets for the national tour of COME FROM AWAY at the Aranoff Center will go on sale Friday, October 25 at 10:00 AM. Learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Gypsy Rose Lee been in?

Gypsy Rose Lee has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Gypsy Rose Lee been in?

Gypsy Rose Lee has not appeared in the West End

How many shows has Gypsy Rose Lee written?

Gypsy Rose Lee has written 2 shows including The Naked Genius (Playwright), Gypsy (Source Material).

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