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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Mom

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Carol Strong

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Betty

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2004
Bunny

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Velma Von Tussle

[Broadway]
Reunion Concert, 2002
Erma

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Madge Wellington/Nurse Pam

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Bunny Weinberger

[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1993
Performer

[Broadway]
1989
Performer

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 1987
Erma

Reno Sweeney [Replacement]

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1982
Performer

[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1979
Staggering Harlette

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2002]
Keyboards

Movies

The Best of Times
[ 1986 ] Blender #1
Stella
[ 1990 ] Debbie Whitman
Off and Running
[ 1991 ] Gina Pompelli
A Perfect World
[ 1993 ] Eileen
Get Shorty
[ 1995 ] Fay Devoe
Tin Cup
[ 1996 ] Doreen
Wicked
[ 1998 ] Mrs. Potter
Crazy in Alabama
[ 1999 ] Madelyn
The Insider
[ 1999 ] Mrs. Wigand
Beautiful
[ 2000 ] Nedra
The First $20 Million Is Always the Hardest
[ 2002 ] Mrs.B
Showtime
[ 2002 ] Waitress

Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1988 - Performance

Linda Hart, Anything Goes

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News


New Kritzerland Concert to Pay Tribute to Richard M. Sherman at Catalina Jazz Club

For the 127th Kritzerland show, the evening will be spent honoring and celebrating the life and work of the beloved Richard M. Sherman of the Sherman Brothers. Learn how to purchase tickets.
STARS IN THE HOUSE Will Host a Game Night With the Original Cast of HAIRSPRAY

Hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that they will host a special Game Night with members of the original Broadway cast of “Hairspray,” in a special episode of “Stars In The House” featuring the Broadway cast of “Hairspray,” on Tuesday, September 14th to benefit The Actors Fund.
Where Are They Now? Catch Up on the Careers of the Original Cast of HAIRSPRAY

In our new series, 'Where Are They Now?' we're taking a look back at some of our favorite original Broadway casts, and catching up with their careers! Next up, the original cast of Hairspray!
1993 GYPSY Film, Starring Bette Midler, is Streaming Now

The cast includes Bette Midler as Mama Rose, alongside Cynthia Gibb, Elisabeth Moss, Peter Riegart, Jennifer Rae Beck, Lacey Chabert, Edward Asner, Linda Hart, Christine Ebersole, Andrew Martin, Tony Shalhoub, and more!
Weekly Roundup: Our Top Ten Theater TikToks of the Week - Laura Dreyfuss, Ryan McCartan, Christina Bianco & More!

We're rounding up our top ten TikToks of the week featuring stars like Laura Dreyfuss, Ryan McCartan, Christina Bianco, JJ Niemann, Mariah Rose Faith, Natalie Weiss and many more!
VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at 'You Can't Stop the Beat' From HAIRSPRAY!

In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the greatest dance numbers in musical theater history! Today's number, You Can't Stop the Beat from Hairspray!
Photo Coverage: Curtain Call And Press Night Celebration of ARSENIC AND OLD LACE At La Mirada Theatre

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT are thrilled to present the third show of their 2019-2020 season, the hilariously dark comedy, ARSENIC AND OLD LACE, written by Joseph Kesselring and directed by Casey Stangl. ARSENIC AND OLD LACE will preview on Friday, January 24, 2020 (with a press opening on Saturday, January 25 at 8pm) and run through Sunday, February 16, 2020 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd in La Mirada.  
Where is the HAIRSPRAY Original Cast Now?

Hey there, teenage Baltimore! It's officially been seventeen years since Broadway audiences were first welcomed the the 60s with the opening of Hairspray at the Neil Simon Theatre on August 15, 2002. To celebrate the special occasion, we're looking back what the nicest kids in town have been up to since leaving The Corny Collins Show, including Marissa Jaret Winokur, Harvey Fierstein, Matthew Morrison, Kerry Butler, and more! Check it all out!
Photo Coverage: Nicolas King Hits The Stage At The Green Room 42

Nicolas King, one of the most  exciting, talented and technically disciplined JazzPop voices around was swinging at The Green Room 42 last night.  
VIDEO: On This Day, April 10- CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Flies Onto Broadway

On this day in 2011, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN opened on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre.
Photo Flash: First Look at the Premiere of COULD I HAVE THIS DANCE

A new musical is being developed by a Nova Scotian writing team that will feature songs originally made famous by Anne Murray, the Grammy-award-winning singer from Springhill, Nova Scotia. The show just underwent a 2-week developmental workshop in Halifax with an 11-member cast of actors. The workshop culminated in a staged reading presentation at the Bella Rose Arts Centre this past Friday. 
VIDEO: Broadway Kids Jam Releases 'Mama, I'm A Big Girl Now' From HAIRSPRAY

Broadway Kids Jam has released their latest jam, 'Mama, I'm A Big Girl Now' from the hit Broadway musical, Movie, and live TV broadcast, Hairspray. This jam features Molly Richardson (Matilda), Mckayla Twiggs (Anastasia, Les Miserables, Once), Joshua Turchin (The Pill, TrevorLIVE LA, A Christmas Story the Musical) and Shaina Turchin.
Photo Flash: Laura Bell Bundy and the Cast of SWEET CHARITY Celebrate Opening Night at Reprise 2.0

REPRISE 2.0 (led by Producing Artistic Director Marcia Seligson), in association with the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television's Department of Theater (UCLA TFT) chaired by Brian Kite, presents its inaugural production of Sweet Charity.  Directed and choreographed by Kathleen Marshall with musical direction by Gerald Sternbach, the classic Broadway hit plays through July 1 at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. Take a look at photos from the show's opening night below!
Amas Musical Theatre Lab To Present Staged Readings Of PLAY IT BY HEART with Crystal Bowersox, Carmen Cusack, Linda Hart

Amas Musical Theatre(Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer) and The Amas Musical Theatre Lab will present further staged readings of Play It by Heart, a new musical, with music by David Spangler, Jerry Taylorand Marty Dodson, lyrics byDavid Spangler, Jerry Taylor,R.T. Robinson, and Marty Dodson, and book byWilly Holtzman. Directed by Daniel Goldsteinwith music direction by Andrew Wilder, the readings (by invitation only) will be held on Thursday, May 17 at 1pm and 5pm at Opry City Stage (48th/49th& Broadway).
VIDEO: On This Day, April 10- CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Opens Live in Living Color on Broadway

On this day in 2011, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN opened on Broadway at the Neil Simon Theatre.
'When There Are High Stakes, We Hit High Notes': Laura Bell Bundy Gears Up for DOUBLE STANDARDS Concert for Women

Earlier this week, BroadwayWorld's Steve Schonberg got up close and personal with Bundy about her current gig starring in The Honeymooners at Paper Mill Playhouse and her important upcoming Double Standards concert to celebrate women at NYC's Town Hall.
ICYMI: Laura Bell Bundy Talks HONEYMOONERS, LEGALLY BLONDE & Her New Concert on BroadwayWorld Live!

Laura Bell Bundy is sick of double standards, and she wants you to know it!
Take Your Break: BroadwayWorld Chats with Laura Bell Bundy!

Earlier today, BroadwayWorld's Steve Schonberg got up close and personal with Laura Bell Bundy - currently starring in The Honeymooners at Paper Mill Playhouse and soon bringing Double Standards to Town Hall. Scroll down for the full interview!
BroadwayWorld Live Will Chat with Laura Bell Bundy This Wednesday!

Do you have a burning question for Laura Bell Bundy? On Wednesday, October 25, (1:30pm EST) BroadwayWorld's Steve Schonberg is getting up close and personal with Bundy- currently starring in The Honeymooners at Paper Mill Playhouse and soon bringing Double Standards to Town Hall. Don't forget to tune in to our official Facebook page to submit your questions live or send us questions in advance on Twitter @BroadwayWorld with #AskLauraBellBWW.
Laura Bell Bundy, Sara Bareilles, Jessie Mueller & More Will Unite for DOUBLE STANDARDS Concert

On Sunday, November 12, leading ladies will unite to celebrate women's rights, health and empowerment.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Linda Hart been in?

Linda Hart has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Linda Hart been in?

Linda Hart has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Linda Hart been nominated for?

and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Anything Goes.

What awards has Linda Hart won?

Linda Hart has won the Theatre World Award for her performance in Anything Goes.

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