Jane Alexander
Birth Place: Boston, MA, USA
Latest News on Jane Alexander:
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens (Oct 3, 2024)
Feature: A Landmark Production with a Landmark Actor: Remembering James Earl Jones' Star Turn in DC (Sep 11, 2024)
Lawrence and Lee Theatre Research Institute Reveals 2024 Margo Jones Award (May 7, 2024)
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens (Oct 3, 2024)
Feature: A Landmark Production with a Landmark Actor: Remembering James Earl Jones' Star Turn in DC (Sep 11, 2024)
Lawrence and Lee Theatre Research Institute Reveals 2024 Margo Jones Award (May 7, 2024)
BIO
Jane Alexander is an American actress who has had a successful career in film, television, and theater. Born in Boston in 1939, Alexander grew up in a family of intellectuals and artists. Her father was a prominent economist and her mother was a composer and music teacher. Alexander attended Sarah Lawrence College, where she studied theater and earned a degree in English.
After college, Alexander moved to New York City to pursue a career in acting. She made her Broadway debut in 1968 in the play "The Great White Hope," for which she received a Tony Award for Best Actress. The play, which was based on the life of boxer Jack Johnson, was a critical and commercial success and helped to launch Alexander's career.
Alexander went on to appear in several other Broadway productions, including "6 Rms Riv Vu" and "Find Your Way Home." She also appeared in numerous off-Broadway productions and regional theater productions. In 1972, Alexander received a second Tony nomination for her performance in "The Sisters Rosensweig."
In addition to her work on stage, Alexander has had a successful career in film and television. She made her film debut in 1970 in "The Great White Hope," for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She went on to appear in several other films, including "All the President's Men," "Kramer vs. Kramer," and "The Cider House Rules."
Alexander has also had a successful career on television. She has appeared in several made-for-TV movies, including "Playing for Time," for which she received an Emmy Award for Best Actress. She has also appeared in several TV series, including "The Blacklist" and "Tell Me You Love Me."
Throughout her career, Alexander has been a vocal advocate for social and political causes. She has served as the chair of the National Endowment for the Arts, and has been involved in several environmental and human rights organizations.
In addition to her acting work, Alexander is also an author. She has written several books, including "Command Performance: An Actress in the Theater of Politics," which chronicles her time as the chair of the National Endowment for the Arts.
Alexander has been recognized for her contributions to the arts with numerous awards and honors. In addition to her Tony and Emmy awards, she has received the National Medal of Arts, the Women in Film Crystal Award, and the Ellis Island Medal of Honor.
Throughout her career, Alexander has been known for her versatility and her ability to bring depth and nuance to her performances. She has been praised for her ability to capture the essence of complex characters, and for her ability to convey emotion with subtlety and grace.
At 82 years old, Alexander continues to work in the entertainment industry.
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STAGE CREDITS
Writing
Creator
Movies
The Great White Hope
[ 1970 ] Eleanor
[ 1970 ] Eleanor
A Gunfight
[ 1971 ] Nora Tenneray
[ 1971 ] Nora Tenneray
The New Centurions
[ 1972 ] Dorothy
[ 1972 ] Dorothy
All the President's Men
[ 1976 ] Bookkeeper
[ 1976 ] Bookkeeper
The Betsy
[ 1978 ] Alicia Hardeman
[ 1978 ] Alicia Hardeman
Kramer vs. Kramer
[ 1979 ] Margaret Phelps
[ 1979 ] Margaret Phelps
Brubaker
[ 1980 ] Lillian Gray
[ 1980 ] Lillian Gray
Night Crossing
[ 1982 ] Doris Strelzyk
[ 1982 ] Doris Strelzyk
Testament
[ 1983 ] Carol Wetherly
[ 1983 ] Carol Wetherly
City Heat
[ 1984 ] Addy
[ 1984 ] Addy
Sweet Country
[ 1987 ] Anna
[ 1987 ] Anna
Square Dance
[ 1987 ] Juanelle
[ 1987 ] Juanelle
An American Place
[ 1988 ] Georgia O Keeffe
[ 1988 ] Georgia O Keeffe
The Cider House Rules
[ 1999 ] Nurse Edna
[ 1999 ] Nurse Edna
Sunshine State
[ 2002 ] Delia Temple
[ 2002 ] Delia Temple
The Ring
[ 2002 ] Dr. Grnik
[ 2002 ] Dr. Grnik
Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus
[ 2006 ] Gertrude Nemerov
[ 2006 ] Gertrude Nemerov
Feast of Love
[ 2007 ] Esther Stevenson
[ 2007 ] Esther Stevenson
Gigantic
[ 2008 ] Barbara Weathersby
[ 2008 ] Barbara Weathersby
The Unborn
[ 2009 ] Sofi Kozma
[ 2009 ] Sofi Kozma
Terminator Salvation
[ 2009 ] Virginia
[ 2009 ] Virginia
Dream House
[ 2011 ] Dr. Greeley
[ 2011 ] Dr. Greeley
Last Love
[ 2013 ] Joan Morgan
[ 2013 ] Joan Morgan
Three Christs
[ 2017 ] Dr. Abrams
[ 2017 ] Dr. Abrams
The Man in the Woods
[ 2020 ] Vivien Waldorf
[ 2020 ] Vivien Waldorf
TV Shows
Elementary
C.
C.
The Blacklist
Diane Fowler
Diane Fowler
The Good Fight
Judge Suzanne Morris
Judge Suzanne Morris
The Good Wife
Judge Suzanne Morris
Judge Suzanne Morris
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Jane Alexander, Grand Horizons
Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award
Jane Alexander, The Lady From Dubuque
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jane Alexander, Honour
winner
The Lortels - 1997 - Outstanding Lifetime Achievement
Jane Alexander
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - The American Express Tribute
Jane Alexander
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - Special Awards
Jane Alexander
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - Special Awards
Jane Alexander
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Jane Alexander, The Sisters Rosensweig
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Actress - Play
Jane Alexander, The Sisters Rosensweig
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jane Alexander, The Sisters Rosensweig
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Jane Alexander, The Visit
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1992 - Best Actress - Play
Jane Alexander, The Visit
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jane Alexander, The Visit
Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jane Alexander , First Monday in October
Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jane Alexander, Find Your Way Home
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jane Alexander , 6 Rms Riv Vu
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1969 - Oustanding Performance
Jane Alexander, The Great White Hope
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1969 - Performance
Jane Alexander, The Great White Hope
winner
Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Jane Alexander, The Great White Hope
Videos
VIDEO: Watch Jane Alexander and James Cromwell in the Opening Scene From GRAND HORIZONS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2020
TV: Jane Alexander, James Cromwell & More Celebrate Opening Night of GRAND HORIZONS
by TV - Opening Night Special - Jan 24, 2020
TV: James Cromwell, Jane Alexander & More Explain What GRAND HORIZONS is All About!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2019
VIDEO: Amazon Prime Releases Trailer for MODERN LOVE Starring Anne Hathaway, Tina Fey, John Gallagher, Jr., Cristin Milioti, and More!
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 12, 2019
STAGE TUBE: Miss SHOW BOAT in Concert with Norm Lewis, Vanessa Williams & More? Watch the Full Show Now!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 23, 2015
STAGE TUBE: Norm Lewis Sings 'Ol' Man River' from SHOW BOAT on Tonight's LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER
by Matt Tamanini - Oct 16, 2015
TV: Inside OLD TIMES' Opening Night on Broadway with Clive Owen, Eve Best & Kelly Reilly!
by TV - Opening Night Special - Oct 7, 2015
TV Exclusive: Watch Highlights from NY Philharmonic's SHOW BOAT with Vanessa Williams, Norm Lewis & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 6, 2014
News
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens
Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Feature: A Landmark Production with a Landmark Actor: Remembering James Earl Jones' Star Turn in DC
This past Monday the theatre world lost someone who was arguably one of the finest performers of all time. Most people knew James Earl Jones as the voice of Darth Vader in the Star Wars movies or from the film Field of Dreams but for those of us who live and breathe theatre, we will always remember his performances onstage.
This past Monday the theatre world lost someone who was arguably one of the finest performers of all time. Most people knew James Earl Jones as the voice of Darth Vader in the Star Wars movies or from the film Field of Dreams but for those of us who live and breathe theatre, we will always remember his performances onstage.
Lawrence and Lee Theatre Research Institute Reveals 2024 Margo Jones Award
Idris Goodwin, artistic director of the Seattle Children's Theatre is the 2024 recipient of the Margo Jones Award.
Idris Goodwin, artistic director of the Seattle Children's Theatre is the 2024 recipient of the Margo Jones Award.
Awardees Revealed For the 2024 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Awards
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts hosted more than 125 outstanding theater students from colleges and universities across the nation as part of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF).
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts hosted more than 125 outstanding theater students from colleges and universities across the nation as part of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF).
24 Theater Books for Your Spring 2024 Reading List
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
Review: Updated BLUE MAN GROUP Brings Added Merriment to The Charles Playhouse
What did our critic think of BLUE MAN GROUP at The Charles Playhouse? Blue Man Group has been in residence at Boston’s Charles Playhouse for so many years, that – with the exception of tourists and new-to-town college students – it’s probably been a long time since local theatergoers have given the show much thought.
What did our critic think of BLUE MAN GROUP at The Charles Playhouse? Blue Man Group has been in residence at Boston’s Charles Playhouse for so many years, that – with the exception of tourists and new-to-town college students – it’s probably been a long time since local theatergoers have given the show much thought.
Jeff Cohen's SQUEAKY Will Receive Developmental Readings This Month
As part of its new Building the Box Developmental Reading Series, Out of the Box Theatrics will present readings of SQUEAKY, a poignant autobiographical comedy by Drama Desk Award winner Jeff Cohen.
As part of its new Building the Box Developmental Reading Series, Out of the Box Theatrics will present readings of SQUEAKY, a poignant autobiographical comedy by Drama Desk Award winner Jeff Cohen.
LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Extends at El Portal Theatre
Love Among the Ruins has been extended on additional week. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new shows here!
Love Among the Ruins has been extended on additional week. Learn more about how to get tickets to the new shows here!
DREAMGIRLS Comes to The Garden Theatre
Victory Productions, a full-service entertainment company, announces that its next show premiere will be the iconic production, Dreamgirls, following the successful runs of Something Rotten! and Rock of Ages.
Victory Productions, a full-service entertainment company, announces that its next show premiere will be the iconic production, Dreamgirls, following the successful runs of Something Rotten! and Rock of Ages.
Listen: Matthew Scott's THE JESUS YEAR: A LETTER FROM MY DAD Out Now
PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, has announced the release of the debut album from actor-singer Matthew Scott, who has been lighting up the Broadway stage since making his debut in Jersey Boys.
PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, has announced the release of the debut album from actor-singer Matthew Scott, who has been lighting up the Broadway stage since making his debut in Jersey Boys.
Exclusive: Get a First Listen to Matthew Scott's 'When the Earth Stopped Turning'
Get an exclusive first listen to Matthew Scott's “When the Earth Stopped Turning” off his upcoming album The Jesus Year: a letter from my dad.
Get an exclusive first listen to Matthew Scott's “When the Earth Stopped Turning” off his upcoming album The Jesus Year: a letter from my dad.
Matthew Scott to Release Debut Album THE JESUS YEAR: A LETTER FROM MY DAD
PS CLASSICS will release the debut album from actor-singer Matthew Scott, who has been lighting up the Broadway stage since making his debut in Jersey Boys.
PS CLASSICS will release the debut album from actor-singer Matthew Scott, who has been lighting up the Broadway stage since making his debut in Jersey Boys.
College Of Fellows Welcomes New Members
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre is has announced the investiture of the 2023 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The College of Fellows originated in 1965 within the American Educational Theatre Association.
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre is has announced the investiture of the 2023 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The College of Fellows originated in 1965 within the American Educational Theatre Association.
Ron OJ Parson to Receive SDCF's Zelda Fichandler Award
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society announced the recipient and finalist for its annual Zelda Fichandler Award.
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society announced the recipient and finalist for its annual Zelda Fichandler Award.
The Drama Book Shop Presents Reading and Signing of Ronald Rand's SOLO TRANSFORMATION ON STAGE
Goodwill Cultural Ambassador world-acclaimed Solo Performer Ronald Rand, and author of 'SOLO TRANSFORMATION ON STAGE: A Journey into the Organic Process of the Art of Transformation' will give an in-person Reading and Signing on September 19th @ 5:30 pm at The Drama Book Shop. Special guests scheduled include Stephen Lang & Anita Hollander.
Goodwill Cultural Ambassador world-acclaimed Solo Performer Ronald Rand, and author of 'SOLO TRANSFORMATION ON STAGE: A Journey into the Organic Process of the Art of Transformation' will give an in-person Reading and Signing on September 19th @ 5:30 pm at The Drama Book Shop. Special guests scheduled include Stephen Lang & Anita Hollander.
Feature: PRESENTAZIONE DELLA NUOVA STAGIONE 2022/23 del TEATRO MANZONI
PRESENTAZIONE DELLA NUOVA STAGIONE del TEATRO MANZONI Prosa, drammaturgia, commedia, tutti gli aspetti in una stagione ricca di interessanti appuntamenti
PRESENTAZIONE DELLA NUOVA STAGIONE del TEATRO MANZONI Prosa, drammaturgia, commedia, tutti gli aspetti in una stagione ricca di interessanti appuntamenti
Off-Broadway Premiere of MR. PARKER to be Presented at Theatre Row
Penguin Rep Theatre announced today the Off-Broadway premiere of Mr. Parker, a new play written by Michael McKeever and directed by Joe Brancato. Performances will begin Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for a limited engagement through June 25, 2022, at Theatre Row – Theatre 1 (410 West 42nd Street). Opening Night is Monday, June 6, 2022, at 7:00PM.
Penguin Rep Theatre announced today the Off-Broadway premiere of Mr. Parker, a new play written by Michael McKeever and directed by Joe Brancato. Performances will begin Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for a limited engagement through June 25, 2022, at Theatre Row – Theatre 1 (410 West 42nd Street). Opening Night is Monday, June 6, 2022, at 7:00PM.
Choral Artists of Sarasota to Premiere 'LISTEN TO THE EARTH'
Choral Artists of Sarasota’s 43rd season, entitled “Carried Away!” continues with the long-awaited world premiere of “Listen to the Earth,” Sunday, April 24, 5 p.m., at the Sarasota Opera House. The concert showcases “Listen to the Earth,” a symphonic choral cantata by James Grant, an award-winning composer and part-time Sarasota resident. Also featured on the program is the “Song of the Universal” by Ola Ojeilo, Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “The Lark Ascending” and another work by James Grant, “Earth – Poem of Thanks to Our Common Home.”
Choral Artists of Sarasota’s 43rd season, entitled “Carried Away!” continues with the long-awaited world premiere of “Listen to the Earth,” Sunday, April 24, 5 p.m., at the Sarasota Opera House. The concert showcases “Listen to the Earth,” a symphonic choral cantata by James Grant, an award-winning composer and part-time Sarasota resident. Also featured on the program is the “Song of the Universal” by Ola Ojeilo, Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “The Lark Ascending” and another work by James Grant, “Earth – Poem of Thanks to Our Common Home.”
Maulik Pancholy Completes the Cast of TO MY GIRLS
Second Stage Theater has announced that Maulik Pancholy will complete the cast of JC Lee’s world premiere comedy, TO MY GIRLS, directed by Stephen Brackett. Mr. Pancholy last appeared at Second Stage in the Broadway production of Bess Wohl’s Tony-nominated play, Grand Horizons.
Second Stage Theater has announced that Maulik Pancholy will complete the cast of JC Lee’s world premiere comedy, TO MY GIRLS, directed by Stephen Brackett. Mr. Pancholy last appeared at Second Stage in the Broadway production of Bess Wohl’s Tony-nominated play, Grand Horizons.
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre Welcomes New Members
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre has announced the investiture of the 2022 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
The College of Fellows of the American Theatre has announced the investiture of the 2022 class during April at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jane Alexander been in?
Jane Alexander has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has Jane Alexander been in?
Jane Alexander has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jane Alexander been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Grand Horizons, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Lady From Dubuque , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Honour, Outstanding Lifetime Achievement (The Lortels), The American Express Tribute (Helen Hayes Awards) for , Special Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Special Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Sisters Rosensweig, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Sisters Rosensweig, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Sisters Rosensweig, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Visit, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Visit , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Visit, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for First Monday in October, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Find Your Way Home, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for 6 Rms Riv Vu, Oustanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for The Great White Hope, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Great White Hope and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Great White Hope.
What awards has Jane Alexander won?
Jane Alexander has received the following awards: Outstanding Lifetime Achievement from The Lortels, the American Express Tribute from the Helen Hayes Awards, and Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards. She won Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Sisters Rosensweig and Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for The Great White Hope. Additionally, she earned the Performance Award from the Theatre World Awards for The Great White Hope, and she received the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play for The Great White Hope.
How many shows has Jane Alexander written?
Jane Alexander has written 1 shows including What of the Night (Creator).
Videos