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Laurie Beechman

Date of Death: March 08, 1998 (44)

Birth Place: Philadelphia, PA, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 1988
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Fantine [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Grizabella [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1982
Narrator

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1981
Narrator

Narrator

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1981
Performer (Swing)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1977
A Star to Be

Bonnie Boylan

Cecille

Ensemble

Perkins

Sophie, the Kettle

[East Haddam, CT (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1976
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 1986
Miss Gardner


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1982 - Performance

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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Lennie McKenzie's CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA Returns To East Lynne

Lennie McKenzie, a favorite among the New York City piano bar scene, will return to East Lynne Theater with “Lennie’s Christmas Extravaganza: A Holiday Cabaret with Special Guests” for two weekends in December.
Photos: Carolyn Montgomery's GIRLSINGER at 54 Below Honors Rosemary Clooney

Back by popular demand, Carolyn Montgomery, multi-award-winning star of the concert stage returned to 54 Below on Tuesday November 19, 2024 in girlSINGER, a celebration of Rosemary Clooney. See highlights from the show.
The Rehearsal Club's WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD Cabaret Comes to The Laurie Beechman Theatre

The Rehearsal Club will present “What a Wonderful World”, a one-night-only cabaret celebrating gratitude, friendship, and the magic of performance, featuring a lineup of past and present residents.
Christopher Collette to Bring LIFE OF THE PARTY? To Don't Tell Mama This Holiday Season

Christopher Collette will debut his cabaret show 'Life of the Party?' at Don't Tell Mama. Directed by Michael Kirk Lane with music by Michael Raab. Learn how to purchase tickets.
See David Burtka, Marilyn Maye & More Next Week at 54 Below

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Burtka and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Jenn Colella, Adam Pascal and More Join Seth Rudetsky For Broadway at CBST

Join Seth Rudetsky and Broadway stars Jenn Colella, Christine Pedi, Adam Pascal, and Krysta Rodriguez for an evening of music and stories at CBST, celebrating Broadway and supporting a vital cause.
Queer Noir Musical Comedy SMOOTH Makes New York Premiere

Award-winning queer film noir-inspired musical comedy SMOOTH by and starring Dan Kitrosser will make its New York premiere this month at The Laurie Beechman Theater.
Photos: Leslie Carrara-Rudolph Brings MOONLIGHT MADNESS at The Green Room 42

The Gentle Giant of Whacky and Whimsy, Leslie Carrara-Rudolph returned to The Green Room 42 for two jam-packed performances of her Halloween show MOONLIGHT MADNESS on October 27th.
Telly Leung Joins BACK TO THE BEECH Fundraiser at Laurie Beechman

Performers will come together for BACK TO THE BEECH - an evening to benefit the survival and revitalization of the beloved Laurie Beechman Theatre located in the West Bank Cafe. Telly Leung has joined the cast. Learn more about the event here!
CINDY OF ARC to Return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre in November and December

CINDY OF ARC will return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre. This rock'n roll musical by Cynthia Kaplan, directed by Dani Davis, critiques historical narratives about women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Ann Talman Stars In ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE BC/EFA Benefit

Ann Talman will present a benefit performance at Don't Tell Mama on December 1, featuring stories and songs inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
BWAY TRIVIA: HALLOWEEN EDITION Announced At The West Bank Cafe

Join the Halloween edition of BWAY TRIVIA at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, located in the West Bank Cafe.
Maria Corsaro And Leslie Vincent Share AN EVENING OF JAZZ On Two Nights In November At Don't Tell Mama

New York-based vocalist Maria Corsaro returns to Don't Tell Mama with Minneapolis-based vocalist Leslie Vincent in her New York City debut.
RuPaul'sDrag Race Star Honey Davenport to Premiere New Show At The Laurie Beechman Theatre

HONEY DAVENPORT will bring COMIC CONTROVERSY to The Laurie Beechman Theatre, blending comedy, cabaret, and superhero fantasy. Experience a drag queen's journey through adversity with humor and style. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Broadway Stars Turn Out Save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre

On Tuesday, October 8th, many Broadway notables joined forces to raise funds for the historic West Bank Cafe and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre. See photos from inside the event.
Blackberri to Present BLACK MAGIC WOMAN at The Laurie Beechman Theater

Experience BLACK MAGIC WOMAN: A BLACKBERRI HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR at The Laurie Beechman Theater. Join BLACKBERRI from THE BOULET BROTHERS DRAGULA for a night of comedy, music, and stories. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 14, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 14, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Videos You Missed This Week: TAMMY FAYE, LEFT ON TENTH, and More

Catch up on all the latest from the week ending October 11, 2024 with videos from Left on Tenth, McNeal, and more!
Exclusive: Broadway Unites to Save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre

The iconic West Bank Cafe and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, hosted a glittering gala packed with Broadway's brightest. In this video, check out exclusive highlights from inside the big night, including performances from Liz Callaway, Amanda Green, Joe Iconis, Judy Kuhn, Amy Spanger, Jeremy Morse, A.J. Shively, and more!
Gabe Ebert, Bianca Leigh, and Amy Spanger Join Tonight's West Bank Cafe Gala

Three new cast members have joined tonight's special gala to celebrate and raise funds to save a beloved Theatre District institution, The West Bank Cafe. On Tuesday, October 8th, the iconic restaurant and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, will host a gala packed with Broadway stars.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Laurie Beechman been in?

Laurie Beechman has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Laurie Beechman been in?

Laurie Beechman has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Laurie Beechman been nominated for?

Laurie Beechman has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." She also received a nomination for Performance at the Theatre World Awards for the same production. Additionally, Beechman was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for her performance in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat."

What awards has Laurie Beechman won?

Laurie Beechman has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for her role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

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