Jessica Tandy
Latest News on Jessica Tandy:
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE Announced At Island City Stage (Dec 20, 2024)
DRIVING MISS DAISY Announced At Walnut Street Theatre (Dec 12, 2024)
Interview: Jeffrey Lo of THE GLASS MENAGERIE at San Francisco Playhouse Offers a Fresh Take on an American Classic (May 7, 2024)
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE Announced At Island City Stage (Dec 20, 2024)
DRIVING MISS DAISY Announced At Walnut Street Theatre (Dec 12, 2024)
Interview: Jeffrey Lo of THE GLASS MENAGERIE at San Francisco Playhouse Offers a Fresh Take on an American Classic (May 7, 2024)
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
The Indiscretions of Eve
[ 1932 ] Maid
[ 1932 ] Maid
Murder in the Family
[ 1938 ] Ann Osborne
[ 1938 ] Ann Osborne
The Seventh Cross
[ 1944 ] Liesel Roeder
[ 1944 ] Liesel Roeder
The Valley of Decision
[ 1945 ] Louise Kane
[ 1945 ] Louise Kane
The Green Years
[ 1946 ] Kate Leckie
[ 1946 ] Kate Leckie
Dragonwyck
[ 1946 ] Peggy O Malley
[ 1946 ] Peggy O Malley
Forever Amber
[ 1947 ] Nan Britton
[ 1947 ] Nan Britton
A Woman's Vengeance
[ 1948 ] Janet Spence
[ 1948 ] Janet Spence
September Affair
[ 1950 ] Catherine Lawrence
[ 1950 ] Catherine Lawrence
The Desert Fox: The Story of Rommel
[ 1951 ] Frau Lucie Marie Rommel
[ 1951 ] Frau Lucie Marie Rommel
The Light in the Forest
[ 1958 ] Myra Butler
[ 1958 ] Myra Butler
Hemingway's Adventures of a Young Man
[ 1962 ] Mrs. Helen Adams
[ 1962 ] Mrs. Helen Adams
The Birds
[ 1963 ] Lydia Brenner
[ 1963 ] Lydia Brenner
Butley
[ 1974 ] Edna Shaft
[ 1974 ] Edna Shaft
Honky Tonk Freeway
[ 1981 ] Carol
[ 1981 ] Carol
Best Friends
[ 1982 ] Eleanor McCullen
[ 1982 ] Eleanor McCullen
Still of the Night
[ 1982 ] Grace Rice
[ 1982 ] Grace Rice
The World According to Garp
[ 1982 ] Mrs. Fields
[ 1982 ] Mrs. Fields
The Bostonians
[ 1984 ] Miss Birdseye
[ 1984 ] Miss Birdseye
Cocoon
[ 1985 ] Alma Finley
[ 1985 ] Alma Finley
*batteries not included
[ 1987 ] Faye Riley
[ 1987 ] Faye Riley
Cocoon: The Return
[ 1988 ] Alma Finley
[ 1988 ] Alma Finley
The House on Carroll Street
[ 1988 ] Miss Venable
[ 1988 ] Miss Venable
Driving Miss Daisy
[ 1989 ] Daisy Werthan
[ 1989 ] Daisy Werthan
Fried Green Tomatoes
[ 1991 ] Ninny Threadgoode
[ 1991 ] Ninny Threadgoode
Used People
[ 1992 ] Freida
[ 1992 ] Freida
Camilla
[ 1994 ] Camilla Cara
[ 1994 ] Camilla Cara
Nobody's Fool
[ 1994 ] Miss Beryl
[ 1994 ] Miss Beryl
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1994 - Special Tony Award
Jessica Tandy
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jessica Tandy, The Petition
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Jessica Tandy, Foxfire
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Actress
Jessica Tandy, Foxfire
winner
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jessica Tandy, Foxfire
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Jessica Tandy, Rose
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Jessica Tandy, Rose
Olivier Awards - 1979 - Actress of the Year in a New Play
Jessica TandyThe Gin Game
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Jessica Tandy, The Gin Game
winner
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jessica Tandy, The Gin Game
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Performance
Jessica Tandy, Happy Days
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Performance
Jessica Tandy, Not I
winner
Drama League Awards - 1960 - Distinguished Performance Award
Jessica Tandy
winner
Tony Awards - 1948 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Jessica Tandy, A Streetcar Named Desire
Videos
TV: Watch James Earl Jones and Cicely Tyson in Just-Released TV Spot for THE GIN GAME
by Nicole Rosky - 09/09/2015
WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast Celebrates 100th Year of New Haven's Shubert Theater
by Jeffrey Ellis - 12/23/2014
News
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE Announced At Island City Stage
Family secrets, friendship and loyalties drive the heart of Island City Stage's milestone production of Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance, running January 16 – February 9.
Family secrets, friendship and loyalties drive the heart of Island City Stage's milestone production of Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance, running January 16 – February 9.
DRIVING MISS DAISY Announced At Walnut Street Theatre
Walnut Street Theatre will present the heartwarming and thought-provoking classic story DRIVING MISS DAISY as part of their 216th season of dreams.
Walnut Street Theatre will present the heartwarming and thought-provoking classic story DRIVING MISS DAISY as part of their 216th season of dreams.
Interview: Jeffrey Lo of THE GLASS MENAGERIE at San Francisco Playhouse Offers a Fresh Take on an American Classic
BroadwayWorld talks to director Jeffrey Lo about his poetic and visually striking production of the Tennessee Williams classic 'The Glass Menagerie' running at San Francisco Playhouse through June 15th.
BroadwayWorld talks to director Jeffrey Lo about his poetic and visually striking production of the Tennessee Williams classic 'The Glass Menagerie' running at San Francisco Playhouse through June 15th.
THE GLASS MENAGERIE Announced At Gettysburg Community Theatre
Catch the Tennessee Williams classic play, THE GLASS MENAGERIE, at Gettysburg Community Theatre. Experience the charm and beauty of this iconic American drama during weekends from March 8-17, 2024.
Catch the Tennessee Williams classic play, THE GLASS MENAGERIE, at Gettysburg Community Theatre. Experience the charm and beauty of this iconic American drama during weekends from March 8-17, 2024.
Olney Theatre Center Begins Renovations, Oldest Stage Gets A New Name
Olney Theatre Center, an official state theatre of Maryland, has begun construction on the overhaul of its 1938 Original Theatre and announced that upon completion, the venue will be renamed the Bernard Family Theatre, in recognition of a $1 million gift from philanthropist Cathy Bernard.
Olney Theatre Center, an official state theatre of Maryland, has begun construction on the overhaul of its 1938 Original Theatre and announced that upon completion, the venue will be renamed the Bernard Family Theatre, in recognition of a $1 million gift from philanthropist Cathy Bernard.
a.k. payne, Jasmine Naziha Jones & More Named as Finalists for 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize
The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed the finalists for this prestigious international award honoring women+ playwrights.
The 2024 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has revealed the finalists for this prestigious international award honoring women+ playwrights.
Trey Ellis, Rona Siddiqui, Anthony Fedorov & More to Join Goodspeed's 12th Annual JMF Writers Grove
Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the participants for the 12th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals.
Goodspeed Musicals has revealed the participants for the 12th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals.
Way Off Broadway Will Kick Off It's 30th Anniversary Season With Agatha Christie's A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED
Way Off Broadway kicks off its 30th Anniversary Season with Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced, a classic murder mystery filled with mixed motives, concealed identities, and a determined inspector. Miss Marple is on hand to provide the solution in a dramatic final confrontation.
Way Off Broadway kicks off its 30th Anniversary Season with Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced, a classic murder mystery filled with mixed motives, concealed identities, and a determined inspector. Miss Marple is on hand to provide the solution in a dramatic final confrontation.
Tony-Winning Stage and Screen Actress Frances Sternhagen Dies at 93
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actress Frances Sternhagen has died at age 93. Learn more about her life and career here.
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actress Frances Sternhagen has died at age 93. Learn more about her life and career here.
Fine Arts Theatre Beverly Hills Will Show a Special 60th Anniversary Screening of Alfred Hitchcock's THE BIRDS
Fine Arts Theatre Beverly Hills will present a Special 60th Anniversary Screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary horror-thriller, THE BIRDS, starring Tippi Hedren, on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Learn more about the screening and how to attend here!
Fine Arts Theatre Beverly Hills will present a Special 60th Anniversary Screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary horror-thriller, THE BIRDS, starring Tippi Hedren, on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Learn more about the screening and how to attend here!
Ethan Watermeier & Rachel Stern to Star in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at Olney Theatre Center
Discover Olney Theatre Center's production of 'Fiddler on the Roof' with a fresh global perspective. This timeless musical explores themes of rising anti-Semitism, Russian aggression, refugee crises, and women's struggles against patriarchal authority. Don't miss this captivating show running from November 8 to December 31 in Olney, Maryland.
Discover Olney Theatre Center's production of 'Fiddler on the Roof' with a fresh global perspective. This timeless musical explores themes of rising anti-Semitism, Russian aggression, refugee crises, and women's struggles against patriarchal authority. Don't miss this captivating show running from November 8 to December 31 in Olney, Maryland.
Tipping Point Theatre to Open Season With Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play DRIVING MISS DAISY
Tipping Point Theatre will open its 16th theatrical season on October 4, 2023, with the 1988 beloved classic Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry and Directed by Southfield native Brian Sullivan Taylor. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Tipping Point Theatre will open its 16th theatrical season on October 4, 2023, with the 1988 beloved classic Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry and Directed by Southfield native Brian Sullivan Taylor. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: Tovah Feldshuh, Bruce Sussman and Alfred Uhry Take Part in 'Broadway Responds to Antisemitism' Panel
Tovah Feldshuh, Bruce Sussman and Alfred Uhry recently appeared in a live panel moderated by Lynne Marie Rosenberg to discuss Broadway's response to Antisemitism. The panel is now available to watch online!
Tovah Feldshuh, Bruce Sussman and Alfred Uhry recently appeared in a live panel moderated by Lynne Marie Rosenberg to discuss Broadway's response to Antisemitism. The panel is now available to watch online!
Amanda Plummer Joins The Cast of JUST ANOTHER DAY at Shadowland Stages
SHADOWLAND STAGES is gearing up for the world premiere of Dan Lauria's funny and poignant new play, JUST ANOTHER DAY, on the MainStage at SHADOWLAND STAGES from June 2nd to June 18th.
SHADOWLAND STAGES is gearing up for the world premiere of Dan Lauria's funny and poignant new play, JUST ANOTHER DAY, on the MainStage at SHADOWLAND STAGES from June 2nd to June 18th.
Tovah Feldshuh, Bruce Sussman and Alfred Uhry Join 'Broadway Responds to Antisemitism' Panel
Panelists include Tovah Feldshuh, the first Jewish actress to play Mrs. Rosie Brice in “Funny Girl,” and renowned lyricist Bruce Sussman (“Harmony”) and award-winning playwright Alfred Uhry (“Parade”), who will share their insights and experiences on this critical issue.
Panelists include Tovah Feldshuh, the first Jewish actress to play Mrs. Rosie Brice in “Funny Girl,” and renowned lyricist Bruce Sussman (“Harmony”) and award-winning playwright Alfred Uhry (“Parade”), who will share their insights and experiences on this critical issue.
Cast Set For A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE at Pitlochry Festival
This June Pitlochry Festival Theatre is set to stage an exciting and rare Scottish revival of A Streetcar Named Desire, Tennessee Williams’ powerful and iconic portrayal of love, lust and loneliness.
This June Pitlochry Festival Theatre is set to stage an exciting and rare Scottish revival of A Streetcar Named Desire, Tennessee Williams’ powerful and iconic portrayal of love, lust and loneliness.
23 Theater Books for Your Spring 2023 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 23 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 23 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
Olney Theatre Center To Announce Extension Of KINKY BOOTS At Tonight's First Preview Performance
Olney Theatre Center is extending the run of KINKY BOOTS (music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, book by Harvey Fierstein, directed by Jason Loewith) for one week of additional performances. The new closing date is March 26, 2023.
Olney Theatre Center is extending the run of KINKY BOOTS (music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, book by Harvey Fierstein, directed by Jason Loewith) for one week of additional performances. The new closing date is March 26, 2023.
Madhuri Shekar's A NICE INDIAN BOY to Have Regional Premiere at Olney Theatre Center in March
A Nice Indian Boy by Madhuri Shekar and directed by Zi Alikhan will have its regional premiere in Olney Theatre Center’s Mulitz-Gudelsky Theatre Lab in a production featuring the work of one of the fastest rising and prolific American playwrights working.
A Nice Indian Boy by Madhuri Shekar and directed by Zi Alikhan will have its regional premiere in Olney Theatre Center’s Mulitz-Gudelsky Theatre Lab in a production featuring the work of one of the fastest rising and prolific American playwrights working.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jessica Tandy been in?
Jessica Tandy has appeared on Broadway in 27 shows.
How many West End shows has Jessica Tandy been in?
Jessica Tandy has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jessica Tandy been nominated for?
Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) for , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Petition, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Foxfire, Best Actress (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Foxfire, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Foxfire, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Rose, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Rose, Actress of the Year in a New Play (Olivier Awards) for The Gin Game, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Gin Game, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Gin Game, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Happy Days, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Not I, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Streetcar Named Desire.
What awards has Jessica Tandy won?
Jessica Tandy has won several prestigious awards throughout her career, including a Special Tony Award. She received the Outstanding Actress in a Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for her role in Foxfire. Additionally, she won Best Actress at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Tandy earned the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for her performance in Foxfire, as well as the Outstanding Actress - Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for The Gin Game. She also received the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for her work in The Gin Game. Other accolades include Outstanding Performance from the Drama Desk Awards for her roles in Happy Days and Not I. Tandy was honored with the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards and the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for her unforgettable performance in A Streetcar Named Desire.
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