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STAGE CREDITS

Tennessee Williams's The Night of the Iguana Tennessee Williams's The Night of the Iguana
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Judith Fellowes
POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Bernadette
Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties Collective Rage: A Play in 5 Betties
[Off-Broadway]
New-York Premiere, 2018
Betty 4
Mamma Mia! Mamma Mia!
[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Production, 2017
Rosie
Out of Iceland Out of Iceland
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Original Production, 2012
Thor
Little Fish
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 2006
Performer
Bingo City
[New York]
Concert Reading, 2005
Sister E
Once Upon a Mattress
[Regional (US)]
42nd Street Moon Concert, 2004
Princess Winnifred
Cinderella
[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Revival, 2004
Joy
The Drowsy Chaperone
[New York]
National Alliance for Musical Theatre Presentation, 2004
Performer
Hair
[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Performer
Other Roles
Little Fish
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Cinder
The Rocky Horror Show
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Dr. Scott
Eddie
Performer
The Vagina Monologues
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]
On the Town
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer Production, 1998
Hildy Esterhazy
Li'l Abner
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1998
Performer
Chicago
[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1997
Matron "Mama" Morton [Replacement]

Movies

The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Elise's Fan Lea De Laria
Rescuing Desire
[ 1996 ] Sadie
Plump Fiction
[ 1997 ] Mr. Purple
Edge of Seventeen
[ 1998 ] Angie
Homo Heights
[ 1998 ] Clementine
Fat Rose and Squeaky
[ 2006 ] Fat Rose
Ass Backwards
[ 2013 ] Deb
Bear with Us
[ 2016 ] Chief Ranger Stewart
Cars 3
[ 2017 ] Miss Fritter
Support the Girls
[ 2018 ] Bobo
Potato Dreams of America
[ 2021 ] Tamara
Holy Irresistible
[ 2024 ] Aunt Rad

TV Shows

One Life to Live
Madame Delphina, Professor Del Fina, Professor Delbert Fina
Orange Is the New Black
Big Boo
The John Larroquette Show
Loreli, Lorelei
Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!
TJ
Girls5eva
Bev

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Lea Deloria, On the Town


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Lea Deloria, On the Town

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Lea DeLaria, On the Town

Videos

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Lea DeLaria To Headline THE BASH At City Theatre Photo
Lea DeLaria To Headline THE BASH At City Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025

City Theatre has announced that Lea DeLaria will headline its signature fundraiser, THE BASH, at City Theatre on Saturday, May 17, 2025. This year, The Bash will serve both as a fundraiser and an opportunity to officially celebrate the organization's 50th Anniversary season of work.   
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in April Photo
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McArdle, Marilyn Maye, and many more. See the full lineup here!
Interview: Pearl Ong of NIGHT DRIVER at The Marsh Photo
Interview: Pearl Ong of NIGHT DRIVER at The Marsh
by Jim Munson - Mar 11, 2025

BroadwayWorld chats with Pearl Ong about 'Night Driver,' her solo show about leaving behind her cosseted Hong Kong childhood to drive a cab at night in wild and crazy late 70s San Francisco, running through April 5 at The Marsh.
Amber Ardolino to Star as Celine Dion in TITANIQUE Photo
Amber Ardolino to Star as Celine Dion in TITANIQUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

Amber Ardolino will begin performances as Celine Dion in Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre in March. Learn more about Ardolino in Titanique and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Cassadee Pope, Max Jenkins, Lea DeLaria, Andrew Keenan-Bolger and More in TIT Photo
Photos: Cassadee Pope, Max Jenkins, Lea DeLaria, Andrew Keenan-Bolger and More in TITANIQUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of the new cast of Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre, including Dee Roscioli, Cassadee Pope and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and More to Perform at 54 Below in March Photo
Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and More to Perform at 54 Below in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
See Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis & More in February at 54 Below Photo
See Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis & More in February at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup featuring stars including Joaquina Kalukango, Kerry Ellis and more. Learn more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 20, 2025 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 20, 2025
by - Jan 20, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Review: LEA DELARIA OUT RAGE at The Chan National Queer Arts Center Photo
Review: LEA DELARIA OUT RAGE at The Chan National Queer Arts Center
by Steve Murray - Jan 20, 2025

What did our critic think of LEA DELARIA OUT RAGE at The Chan National Queer Arts Center?
Lea DeLaria and Andrew Keenan-Bolger Join the Cast of TITANIQUE Photo
Lea DeLaria and Andrew Keenan-Bolger Join the Cast of TITANIQUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025

Lea DeLaria and Andrew Keenan-Bolger will be joining Titanique at the Daryl Roth Theatre in Union Square! Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below Photo
See Linda Eder, Derek Klena & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Linda Eder, Derek Klena and more.
Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman To Receive GMHC 2025 Howard Ashman Award  Photo
Marc Shaiman & Scott Wittman To Receive GMHC 2025 Howard Ashman Award 
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025

GMHC will honor legendary songwriters Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman with the 2025 Howard Ashman Award. The award will be presented at GMHC's 10th annual Cabaret & Howard Ashman Award, a fundraising event hosted by Joe's Pub at The Public Theater.
Feature: 11 of the Best Duo, Variety and Alt Cabaret Acts of 2024 Photo
Feature: 11 of the Best Duo, Variety and Alt Cabaret Acts of 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 2, 2025

We’re continuing the BroadwayWorld Cabaret team’s highlight recaps of their favorite shows from 2024 with some of our favorite duo acts, alt shows, recurring series and more.
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January Photo
Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis & More to Perform at 54 Below in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 27, 2024

In January, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Derek Klena, Kerry Ellis, and many more! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: TITANIQUE Celebrates 1000 Performances Off-Broadway Photo
Photos: TITANIQUE Celebrates 1000 Performances Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

Last night, the smash hit Off-Broadway production of Titanique celebrated its 1000th performance at the Daryl Roth Theatre in NYC. A champagne toast celebration was held after the show. Check out photos from the celebration!
Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls Are Coming To Marymoor Live in July 2025 Photo
Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls Are Coming To Marymoor Live in July 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 7, 2024

Following an overwhelmingly successful run of Summer 2024 co-headline dates, Grammy Award-winning rock icon, Melissa Etheridge, and Grammy Award-winning folk-rock duo, Indigo Girls, have announced they'll be reuniting their talents once again for their 2025 ‘Yes We Are' Co-headline Tour.
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS’S CAMINO REAL Will Receive Industry Reading Directed by Austin P Photo
TENNESSEE WILLIAMS’S CAMINO REAL Will Receive Industry Reading Directed by Austin Pendleton
by Stephi Wild - Dec 3, 2024

La Femme Theatre Productions has announced an invite-only industry presentation of Tennessee Williams’s Camino Real, directed by Austin Pendleton, set for this month.
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in December Photo
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2024

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McCardle and more.
Photos: Stars Arrive at DEATH BECOMES HER on Opening Night Photo
Photos: Stars Arrive at DEATH BECOMES HER on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 24, 2024

Stars came out for the opening of DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles, Tina Fey, Brooke Shields, and more as they arrive on the opening night red carpet here!
Lea DeLaria to Join Special Post-Show Talkback at Bergen County Players Photo
Lea DeLaria to Join Special Post-Show Talkback at Bergen County Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2024

Join Bergen County Players for a post-show talkback with Lea DeLaria on November 16. DeLaria will discuss her role in POTUS and share insights on her career and experiences as an openly gay performer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lea DeLaria been in?

Lea DeLaria has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Lea DeLaria been in?

Lea DeLaria has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lea DeLaria been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On the Town, Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On the Town and Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On the Town.

What awards has Lea DeLaria won?

Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On the Town.

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