Lena Horne
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Latest News on Lena Horne:
New Musical CALL ME FROM THE GRAVE Will Receive Developmental Readings (Nov 21, 2024)
Tickets to SIX at Clowes Memorial Hall to go on Sale Tomorrow (Nov 14, 2024)
Photos: SIX Queens Celebrate Six Years With A Royal Afternoon Tea At The Rubens At The Palace (Nov 11, 2024)
New Musical CALL ME FROM THE GRAVE Will Receive Developmental Readings (Nov 21, 2024)
Tickets to SIX at Clowes Memorial Hall to go on Sale Tomorrow (Nov 14, 2024)
Photos: SIX Queens Celebrate Six Years With A Royal Afternoon Tea At The Rubens At The Palace (Nov 11, 2024)
BIO
Horne was an American dancer, actress, Grammy-winning singer, and civil rights activist. Horne's career spanned over 70 years, appearing in film, television, and theater. Horne joined the chorus of the Cotton Club at the age of 16 and became a nightclub performer before moving to Hollywood.
Horne advocated for human rights and took part in the March on Washington in August 1963. Later she returned to her roots as a nightclub performer and continued to work on television, while releasing well-received record albums. She announced her retirement in March 1980, but the next year starred in a one-woman show, Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music, which ran for more than 300 performances on Broadway. She then toured the country in the show, earning numerous awards and accolades. Horne continued recording and performing sporadically into the 1990s, retreating from the public eye in 2000. Horne died of congestive heart failure on May 9, 2010, at the age of 92.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
The Duke Is Tops
[ 1938 ] Ethel Andrews
[ 1938 ] Ethel Andrews
Cabin in the Sky
[ 1943 ] Georgia Brown
[ 1943 ] Georgia Brown
Swing Fever
[ 1943 ] Lena Horne
[ 1943 ] Lena Horne
I Dood It
[ 1943 ] Lena Horne
[ 1943 ] Lena Horne
Thousands Cheer
[ 1943 ] Lena Horne
[ 1943 ] Lena Horne
Stormy Weather
[ 1943 ] Selina Rogers
[ 1943 ] Selina Rogers
Broadway Rhythm
[ 1944 ] Fernway de la Fer
[ 1944 ] Fernway de la Fer
Two Girls and a Sailor
[ 1944 ] Lena Horne
[ 1944 ] Lena Horne
Ziegfeld Follies
[ 1945 ] Lena HorneLove
[ 1945 ] Lena HorneLove
Words and Music
[ 1948 ] Lena Horne
[ 1948 ] Lena Horne
Duchess of Idaho
[ 1950 ] Lena Horne
[ 1950 ] Lena Horne
Meet Me in Las Vegas
[ 1956 ] Lena Horne
[ 1956 ] Lena Horne
Death of a Gunfighter
[ 1969 ] Claire Quintana
[ 1969 ] Claire Quintana
The Wiz
[ 1978 ] Glinda the Good
[ 1978 ] Glinda the Good
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Lena Horne, Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music
winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1981 - Special Citation
Lena Horne, Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music
winner
Tony Awards - 1981 - Special Tony Award
Lena Horne, The Lady and Her Music
Tony Awards - 1958 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Lena Horne, Jamaica
Videos
Video: New Cast Members in Rehearsal For SIX UK and International Tour
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024
Video: Toronto Cast of SIX Visit Hans Holbein Portrait of King Henry VIII at Art Gallery Of Ontario
by Joshua Wright - Jan 25, 2024
Video: Johnny Mathis and Kristin Chenoweth Sing 'Santa Claus Is Coming to Town'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2023
Photos & Video: The Harmonists From HARMONY Visit the Queens of SIX on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023
THE WIZ Sets Complete National Tour Route With Stops in Chicago, Los Angeles & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
Video: Inside the Unveiling of the New Lena Horne Theatre on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2022
Celebrating Black History Month: Encores! Eases On Down the Road with THE WIZ in 2009
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 14, 2021
TV: Watch Maurice Hines Sing from GUYS & DOLLS in New Show at Feinstein's/54 Below!
by Nicole Rosky - May 23, 2019
TV Exclusive: Konversations with Keeme: A Chat with Tamara Tunie
by Konversations with Keeme - Jun 20, 2018
VIDEO: Watch High Schoolers Tribute James M. Nederlander at the Jimmy Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 11, 2017
News
New Musical CALL ME FROM THE GRAVE Will Receive Developmental Readings
Amas Musical Theatre will present developmental readings of Call Me From the Grave, a new musical with music and lyrics by Charlie Romano, and book by Harold Hodge, Jr. at Ripley-Grier Studios.
Amas Musical Theatre will present developmental readings of Call Me From the Grave, a new musical with music and lyrics by Charlie Romano, and book by Harold Hodge, Jr. at Ripley-Grier Studios.
Tickets to SIX at Clowes Memorial Hall to go on Sale Tomorrow
Tickets for the Tony Award-Winning SIX by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss will go on sale this week for performances at Clowes Memorial Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Tickets for the Tony Award-Winning SIX by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss will go on sale this week for performances at Clowes Memorial Hall. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: SIX Queens Celebrate Six Years With A Royal Afternoon Tea At The Rubens At The Palace
The stars of the award-winning global smash hit SIX enjoyed Royal Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace on 6 November, in the shadow of Buckingham Palace. Check out photos from the afternoon.
The stars of the award-winning global smash hit SIX enjoyed Royal Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace on 6 November, in the shadow of Buckingham Palace. Check out photos from the afternoon.
Tickets on Sale This Week For SIX in Seattle
Tickets for the Seattle run of SIX the musical, by Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, will go on sale Wednesday, November 6 for the eight performances between May 6 – 11, 2025.
Tickets for the Seattle run of SIX the musical, by Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, will go on sale Wednesday, November 6 for the eight performances between May 6 – 11, 2025.
Adrianna Hicks Will Return to SIX on Broadway
Original Broadway cast member Adrianna Hicks will return to cast of Six as Catherine of Aragon starting Monday, November 25. Learn more about when to catch her in the show here!
Original Broadway cast member Adrianna Hicks will return to cast of Six as Catherine of Aragon starting Monday, November 25. Learn more about when to catch her in the show here!
SIX Comes to Fresno in 2025
Broadway in Fresno has announced that tickets for the Tony Award®-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX by Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss are on sale now.
Broadway in Fresno has announced that tickets for the Tony Award®-Winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX by Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss are on sale now.
Review: René Marie Jumps Into Belafonte's Calypso Beats at Jazz at Lincoln Center
René Marie at the Appel Room is a formidable, feisty presence saluting the late legend Harry Belafonte, concentrating on calypso. Her handling of the repertoire of legendary Belafonte, JUMP IN THE LINE!, brings a warm embrace with a hot band.
René Marie at the Appel Room is a formidable, feisty presence saluting the late legend Harry Belafonte, concentrating on calypso. Her handling of the repertoire of legendary Belafonte, JUMP IN THE LINE!, brings a warm embrace with a hot band.
Tickets to THE WIZ at the Citizens Opera House on Sale Now
Tickets for the Boston engagement of THE WIZ are currently on sale. THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years.
Tickets for the Boston engagement of THE WIZ are currently on sale. THE WIZ returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new Broadway tour, the first one in 40 years.
Top Five Finalists Revealed for 13th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center revealed the top five finalists for the 13th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, featuring emerging talents from around the world. Learn more!
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center revealed the top five finalists for the 13th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, featuring emerging talents from around the world. Learn more!
Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, To Present Three-Part Recital Series
Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, will present a three-part recital series exploring diverse musical genres and themes, offering audiences a unique musical experience. Learn more about the series!
Karen Slack, Lyric Unlimited's Artist-In-Residence, will present a three-part recital series exploring diverse musical genres and themes, offering audiences a unique musical experience. Learn more about the series!
Hattie McDaniel Biopic Sets Houston Film Premiere This Month
Vincent Victoria Presents have announced the premiere of THE DICHOTOMY OF HATTIE MCDANIEL, a film exploring the life of the first African American Academy Award winner, debuting October 26, 2024, in Houston.
Vincent Victoria Presents have announced the premiere of THE DICHOTOMY OF HATTIE MCDANIEL, a film exploring the life of the first African American Academy Award winner, debuting October 26, 2024, in Houston.
Photos: SIX THE MUSICAL Welcomes New Queens to the West End
All new production photos have been released featuring the new West End cast of Six the Musical. Plus, Six has once again extended its reign in the West End, with tickets now available at the Vaudeville Theatre until 30 November 2025.
All new production photos have been released featuring the new West End cast of Six the Musical. Plus, Six has once again extended its reign in the West End, with tickets now available at the Vaudeville Theatre until 30 November 2025.
Cast Set For CAESAR'S CIRCUS at North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, announces its full cast that includes a diverse array of performers from a variety of locales specializing in juggling, contortionism, singing, aerial acrobatics, clowning and more.
“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, announces its full cast that includes a diverse array of performers from a variety of locales specializing in juggling, contortionism, singing, aerial acrobatics, clowning and more.
Full Cast Set for CAESAR'S CIRCUS Starring Frank Ferrante at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, revealed its full cast at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts.
“Caesar’s Circus,” an all-new show starring one of Chicago’s most beloved performers, Frank Ferrante, revealed its full cast at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts.
SIX Celebrates Third Anniversary on Broadway With Special Events
SIX, the Tony Award®-winning new musical by Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, will celebrate three years on Broadway this October with anniversary festivities continuing the entire month! Learn more about the upcoming events here!
SIX, the Tony Award®-winning new musical by Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, will celebrate three years on Broadway this October with anniversary festivities continuing the entire month! Learn more about the upcoming events here!
Broadway's SIX Will Offer $35 Student Rush Tickets
SIX, the Tony Award-winning new musical by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, is celebrating its third anniversary on Broadway by offering a student rush ticket. Find out how to get discounted tickets for students.
SIX, the Tony Award-winning new musical by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, is celebrating its third anniversary on Broadway by offering a student rush ticket. Find out how to get discounted tickets for students.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Sept. 23 to Sept. 29, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Cheyenne Jackson's Signs of Life, musical comedy and John Cameron Mitchell
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Cheyenne Jackson's Signs of Life, musical comedy and John Cameron Mitchell
How Often Do Broadway Writing Teams Share Credits?
This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway writing teams share credits for both music and lyrics?
This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway writing teams share credits for both music and lyrics?
THE WIZ National Tour On Sale At The Bushnell September 27
The producers of the hit Broadway musical revival of The Wiz has announced that tickets for the limited engagement at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut will go on sale Friday, September 27 at 10 AM.
The producers of the hit Broadway musical revival of The Wiz has announced that tickets for the limited engagement at The Bushnell in Hartford, Connecticut will go on sale Friday, September 27 at 10 AM.
Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano Come to Birdland Theater in September
Birdland Theater will present the return of pianist and singer Eric Comstock and vocalist Barbara Fasano, for three Tuesdays next month, September 3, 10, and 17 at 5:30 PM.
Birdland Theater will present the return of pianist and singer Eric Comstock and vocalist Barbara Fasano, for three Tuesdays next month, September 3, 10, and 17 at 5:30 PM.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Lena Horne been in?
Lena Horne has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Lena Horne been in?
Lena Horne has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Lena Horne been nominated for?
Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music, Special Citation (New York Drama Critics Circle Awards) for Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music, Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) for The Lady and Her Music and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Jamaica.
What awards has Lena Horne won?
Lena Horne won the Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music. She received a Special Citation from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for Lena Horne: The Lady and Her Music and also received a Special Tony Award from the Tony Awards for The Lady and Her Music.
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