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BIO

Miss Halston is one of New York’s busiest actresses and was the recipient of the 2021 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her advocacy on behalf of The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Her Broadway credits are numerous, including Tootsie, Hairspray, Gypsy, Anything Goes, and The Twentieth Century. She received the Richard Seff Award for her acclaimed performance in You Can’t Take itwith You and has garnered four Drama Desk nominations for her Broadway and off-Broadway work. Miss Halston was a founding member of Charles Busch’s legendary theatre company and co-starred with Mr. Busch in many productions including TheDivine Sister, Red Scare on Sunset and The Lady in Question. They starred together in the independent feature film, The Sixth Reel. In addition, Miss Halston recently completed the independent feature films, Intermedium and Simchas and Sorrows and Chosen Family with Heather Graham. Television credits include a recurring role on the latest “Gossip Girl”, guest roles on “The Good Fight”, “Almost Family” and “Divorce”. In addition, she has reprised her role of the popular character , Bitsy Von Muffling on the Sex and The City reboot, “And Just Like That”on MAX. Miss Halston’s web series, Virtual Halston was a pandemic hit with over 40 YOUTUBE episodes.


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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Mrs. Soames

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Off-Braodway Premiere, 2024
Gummy

[Off-Broadway]
2021
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Rita Marshall

[Chicago]
Pre-Broadway Run, 2018
Rita Mallory

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Concert Production, 2017
Sister

[New York]
Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw Production, 2017
Performer

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere at McCarter Theatre Center, 2017
Mrs. Hubbard

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Off-Broadway Original Production, 2016
Midge Braverman

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Productions Concert, 2016
Mrs. Winthrop

[Boston]
Huntington Theatre Company, 2015
Miss Trixie

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Madame Dilly [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Gay Wellington

[Off-Broadway]
Primary Stages Production, 2014
Rita

[Off-Broadway]
Primary Stages Production, 2011
Wendy

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2011
Mrs. Evangeline Harcourt [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]

Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Iris / Rita / Charlotte

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Vivian Beale Somerset

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Ida Webb

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Miss Cratchitt

Electra

[New York]
Workshop, 2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Prudy Pingleton [Replacement]

Matron [Replacement]

Gym Teacher [Replacement]

Denizen of Baltimore [Replacement]

Velma Von Tussle [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2001
First Saleswoman

Mudmask

Lucy

First Woman

Sylvia (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2000
Mrs. McCutcheon

Miss Preen (Understudy)

Lorraine Sheldon (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]

Performer [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1997
Berry Courtesan

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Lenore

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Pat Pilford

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Pat Pilford

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Kitty

[Off-Broadway]
1988
Kitty

[Off-Broadway]
1985
Mrs. Tooley/Stella

Cookie Gibbs/Valerie Waverly/Miss Ellerbe/Olive Sanborn/Old Mag/Peona/Irish O'Flanagan (Understudy)

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 1987]
Associate Producer

Writing


Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Isabelle Stevenson Award

Julie HalstonN/A

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, You Can't Take it with You

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, You Can't Take it with You


winner
- 2011 - Legend of Off Broadway Award

Julie Halston

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, The Divine Sister

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Julie Halston, Twentieth Century

Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Julie Halston, Red Scare on Sunset

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Costume Design

Halston , The Act

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News


Broadway Stars Shine Spotlight on Pulmonary Fibrosis in Star-Studded Benefit Performance

The stars of Broadway will perform show tunes in the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation’s (PFF) 15th annual Broadway Belts for PFF! in March at SONY Hall. Learn more here!
OUR TOWN Plays Final Broadway Performance

Our Town will play its final performance at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre following 26 previews and 117 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal.
James Daly and More Will Lead DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn more here!
Review: Five Stars for JULIE HALSTON TAKES THE Q TRAIN at Birdland

Julie is a diamond cut from the rarest of molds. She’s as terminally unique as Joan Rivers and just as funny. Where others see the mundane, Julie sees the miraculous. She reminds us that life’s absurdities are not just worth noticing but worth celebrating.
Photos: OUR TOWN's Julie Halston Performs at Birdland

Julie Halston delivered a standout stand-up performance on Monday night, bringing her sardonic wit and high energy to the historic Birdland stage. See photos here! 
Photos: OUR TOWN's Jim Parsons Receives Sardi's Portrait

Jim Parsons, who is currently starring on Broadway in Our Town and is most known for starring in the CBS hit The Big Bang Theory, recently received his portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling and you can check out photos here!
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Makes UK Premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory

Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs, returning to the Menier having previously directed The Baker’s Wife and Barnum.
Recap the Broadway Debuts of 2024

BroadwayWorld is rounding up all of our 2024 Debut of the Month features in one place, celebrating the artists who brought energy, artistry, and passion to the stage this year.
What's Coming Up At Birdland, December 30th - January 12th

Check out what's coming up at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater, December 30th - January 12th.
Photo Special: Celebrating BC/EFA Executive Director Tom Viola

All of us here at BroadwayWorld wanted to pay tribute to Tom, and to our strong partnership, by taking a look back with this photo gallery below. 
Photos: Red Bucket Follies Raises $5,320,146 for Broadway Cares

Powerhouse vocal performances, stirring dances and community joy swelled inside Broadway’s New Amsterdam Theatre at this year’s Red Bucket Follies. See photos!
Video: Katie Holmes Surprises Zoey Deutch on GMA with OUR TOWN Question

Zoey Deutch recently visited Good Morning America to discuss the new production of Our Town. On the show, her co-star Katie Holmes surprised her with a special video asking her about her experience with the play. Watch the interview now!
Betty Buckley, Cole Escola, Ruthie Ann Miles, and More Join Broadway Cares' RED BUCKET FOLLIES

Broadway stars and productions will come together next week for Red Bucket Follies, a performance celebrating six weeks of in-theater fundraising for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Video: Katie Holmes Shares OUR TOWN Pre-Show Rituals

Katie Holmes visited The Tonight Show to discuss the new production of Our Town, which is currently running at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. On the show, she shared some of her pre-show rituals that help her get ready for a performance. Watch the interview now!
Photos: Paul Giamatti, Holly Hunter & More Visit OUR TOWN on Broadway

On Saturday, November 16th, the cast of the Paramount+ upcoming series “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” took in a performance of Our Town together at the Barrymore Theatre on Broadway. See photos!
Video: Zoey Deutch Shares What Draws Her to OUR TOWN

Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!
OUR TOWN Will Host Autism Friendly Performance in January

TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.
Video: Jim Parsons Recalls First Time Reading OUR TOWN

In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is now playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!
Photos: On the Red Carpet of York Theatre Company's 2024 Gala

The York Theatre Company presented a concert celebration at the 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which honored musical theater legend Bernadette Peters. See photos from the red carpet.
Photos: York Theatre Company Gala Honors Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon

 The York Theatre Company recently hosted its 32nd Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala, which honored Bernadette Peters and Ted Snowdon. Check out photos from the event here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Julie Halston been in?

Julie Halston has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Julie Halston been in?

Julie Halston has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Julie Halston been nominated for?

Isabelle Stevenson Award (Tony Awards) for N/A, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for You Can't Take it with You, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for You Can't Take it with You, Legend of Off Broadway Award (), Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Divine Sister, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Twentieth Century , Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Red Scare on Sunset and Best Costume Design (Tony Awards) for The Act.

What awards has Julie Halston won?

Isabelle Stevenson Award (Tony Awards) for N/A and Legend of Off Broadway Award.

How many shows has Julie Halston written?

Julie Halston has written 1 shows including Julie Halston's Lifetime of Comedy (Playwright).

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