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Laurie Kennedy

Birth Place: Hollywood, CA, USA

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BIO

Broadway Credits include A Delicate Balance, Copenhagen, Angels in America, and more!

STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Mint Theater Company Production, 2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Irish Repertory Theatre & Gingold Theatrical Group Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Countess of Rossillion

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Mother

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Margrethe Bohr (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Duchess of Gloucester/Queen's Attendant

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Duchess of York

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Jeanette

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Goering's Wife

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Ethel Rosenberg [Replacement]

Hannah Pitt [Replacement]

Henry [Replacement]

Prelapsarianov [Replacement]

Rabbi Chemelwitz [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Hannah Pitt [Replacement]

Henry [Replacement]

Rabbi Chemelwitz [Replacement]

Ethel Rosenberg [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1988
Elise (Standby)

[Off-Broadway]
1987
Kate

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Holga

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Hilda Wangel

[Broadway]
1980
Barbara Undershaft

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Helen

[Broadway]
1978
Violet Robinson


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1979 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Laurie Kennedy, Man and Superman


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1979 - Performance

Laurie Kennedy, Man and Superman

Tony Awards - 1979 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Laurie Kennedy , Man and Superman

News


Theatre for a New Audience's A DOLL'S HOUSE Begins Previews Tonight

Previews are underway for Theatre for a New Audience's production of August Strindberg's THE FATHER in a new version by Scottish author David Greig commissioned by Theatre for a New Audience and performances start tonight, May 10, at 7:30pm for A DOLL'S HOUSE in an adaptation by Thornton Wilder not seen in New York since its Broadway premiere in 1937.
Theatre for a New Audience Sets New Opening Nights for THE FATHER and A DOLL'S HOUSE

The Father and A Doll's House, Theatre for a New Audience's two plays in rotating repertory directed by Arin Arbus featuring Maggie Lacey and John Douglas Thompson at Polonsky Shakespeare Center, 262 Ashland Place, have new opening dates: The Father, now in previews, will open Wednesday, May 25, at 7:30pm and A Doll's House will begin previews Tuesday, May 10, at 7:30pm for an opening Tuesday, May 24, at 7:30pm.
Theatre for a New Audience's THE FATHER and A DOLL'S HOUSE Begin Previews This May

Previews begin Sunday, May 1, at 7:30pm for Theatre for a New Audience's production of August Strindberg's The Father in a new version by Scottish author David Greig commissioned by Theatre for a New Audience and Tuesday, May 10, at 7:30pm for A Doll's House in an adaptation by Thornton Wilder not seen in New York since its Broadway premiere in 1937.  The plays, both directed by Arin Arbus, Associate Artistic Director of Theatre for a New Audience, feature Maggie Lacey as Nora in A Doll's House and as Laura in The Father and John Douglas Thompson as Thorwald in A Doll's House and the Captain in The Father.
Maggie Lacey and John Douglas Thompson to Lead A DOLL'S HOUSE and THE FATHER Off-Broadway

Theatre for a New Audience has announced complete casting for A DOLL'S HOUSE, in an adaptation by Thornton Wilder not seen in New York since its Broadway premiere in 1937, and August Strindberg's THE FATHER, in a new version by Scottish author David Greig (Strindberg's Creditors at BAM) commissioned by Theatre for a New Audience.
Tony Danza, Rebecca Luker & More Join 9-Hour Sinatra Marathon at Symphony Space

On Saturday, October 17, Symphony Space presents Frank Sinatra at 100, a starry celebration of the iconic singer's centennial. Over the course of three three-hour sets - 2 pm, 5 pm, and 8 pm - no fewer than 100 songs from Sinatra's repertoire will be performed by an impressive roster of interpreters, including Peter Cincotti, Tony Danza, Rebecca Luker, Marilyn Maye, Tierney Sutton, and dozens more. Instrumental renditions by pianist Bill Charlap, the guitar duo of Bucky Pizzarelli & Ed Laub, and saxophonists Harry Allen and Ted Nash will complement the vocal selections. The house band throughout the day will be led by Russ Kassoff on piano, with Dick Sarpola on bass and John Redsecker on drums. 
Sigourney Weaver Hosts THIRTEEN's Weekly Series THEATER CLOSE UP, Premiering Tonight

Beyond the bright lights of Broadway - the electric signage that led to its moniker as 'The Great White Way' -- exists another world: Off-Broadway, a varied and rich wellspring of creativity and innovation.
Mint Theater Extends THE FATAL WEAKNESS Before Opening; LONDON WALL Set for Thirteen's 'Theater Close-Up'

Jonathan Bank, Artistic Director of the Drama Desk and OBIE Award-winning Mint Theater, today announced that the Mint's latest production: The Fatal Weakness by George Kelly, would extend performances through October 26th to accommodate audience demand even before it opens. Jesse Marchese directs a cast that features Cliff Bemis, Cynthia Darlow, Kristin Griffith, Sean Patrick Hopkins, Patricia Kilgarriff, and Victoria Mack. Opening Night is set for Monday September 15th (7pm) at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street, just west of 8th Avenue).
Sigourney Weaver to Host THIRTEEN's Weekly Series THEATER CLOSE UP Premiering 10/2

Beyond the bright lights of Broadway - the electric signage that led to its moniker as 'The Great White Way' -- exists another world: Off-Broadway, a varied and rich wellspring of creativity and innovation.
Judy Kuhn & Howard McGillin Join Williamstown Theatre Festival's THE VISIT; Season Casting Announced!

Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced exciting casting for their Main Stage productions, along with a several special events for their 2014 Summer Season. On the Main Stage: Festival veterans including Nate Corddry, Holley Fain, Christopher Fitzgerald and Nancy Opel join the cast of June Moon, directed by Jessica Stone (July 2- 13); Justin Long returns to Williamstown, joining Renee Fleming in the World Premiere of Living on Love(July 16 - 26), and theater veterans Judy Kuhn, Howard McGillin, festival favorite Roger Rees, and more join Chita Rivera in the John Doyle-directed production of The Visit, with choreography by Graciela Daniele (July 31 - August 17).
Mint Theater Extends LONDON WALL Through 4/26; Will be Filmed for Future Broadcast by Channel 13

Mint Theater's new production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will now continue through April 26th at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This is the American premiere of John Van Druten's "rivetingly entertaining" (The Guardian) romantic drama, which opened Monday February 24th. Davis McCallum, who staged the 2012 Pulitzer-Prize winning play Water by the Spoonful at Second Stage, as well as the award-winning production of The Whale at Playwrights Horizons, directs.
London Wall Extends at Mint Theater Through 4/20

Mint Theater's new production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will now continue through April 20th at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This is the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama, which opened Monday February 24th.
BWW Reviews: LONDON WALL Depicts 1930s Glass Ceiling

If it's possible to consider a male playwright a leading feminist author, John Van Druten would rank as a likely candidate.
LONDON WALL Extends Through 4/13 at Mint Theater

Mint Theater's new production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will now continue through April 13th at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This is the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama, which opens tonight, Monday February 24th.
Mint Theater Reveals EnrichMINT Events for LONDON WALL

Mint Theater today announced the EnrichMINT Events for their next production, London Wall by John Van Druten. All events take place immediately after the performance, and usually last under an hour. They are all FREE and open to the public. Speakers and dates subject to change without notice.
Mint Theater's LONDON WALL Begins Performances Tomorrow

Mint Theater's next production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will begin performances tomorrow, Saturday February 1st and continue through March 30th. Opening Night is set for Monday February 24th (7pm) at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This will be the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama.
Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson & More to Lead Mint Theater's LONDON WALL; Cast Announced

Mint Theater today announced the cast for their next production, London Wall by John Van Druten: Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow.
MAN AND SUPERMAN to be Filmed for Lincoln Center Archives

The Irish Repertory Theatre and Gingold Theatrical Group's co-production of George Bernard Shaw's MAN AND SUPERMAN, will be filmed and persevered for the Lincoln Center Library for the Performing Arts' Theatre on Film and Tape Archive during its performance on Friday, June 29 at the Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street), This marks the first production of MAN AND SUPERMAN to be included in the library's collection.
MAN AND SUPERMAN to Be Filmed for Lincoln Center Archive

The Irish Repertory Theatre and Gingold Theatrical Group's co-production of George Bernard Shaw's masterpiece, MAN AND SUPERMAN, will be filmed and persevered for the Lincoln Center Library for the Performing Arts' Theatre on Film and Tape Archive during its performance on Friday, June 29 at the Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street), This marks the first production of MAN AND SUPERMANto be included in the library's collection.
Evan Zes Joins MAN AND SUPERMAN at Irish Repertory Theatre

Evan Zes to join The Irish Repertory Theatre and Gingold Theatrical Group's co-production of George Bernard Shaw's comedic masterpiece.
Evan Zes to Join MAN AND SUPERMAN at Irish Repertory Theatre

Evan Zes to join The Irish Repertory Theatre and Gingold Theatrical Group's co-production of George Bernard Shaw's comedic masterpiece.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Laurie Kennedy been in?

Laurie Kennedy has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Laurie Kennedy been in?

Laurie Kennedy has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Laurie Kennedy been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Man and Superman, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Man and Superman and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Man and Superman.

What awards has Laurie Kennedy won?

Laurie Kennedy has won the Theatre World Award for her performance in Man and Superman.

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