Lucille Lortel
Latest News on Lucille Lortel:
Performances Added For OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group (Dec 12, 2025)
RIDE THE CYCLONE Adds Additional Performance at Southwark Playhouse Elephant (Dec 12, 2025)
Meet the Cast of ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION, Now in Previews on Broadway (Dec 12, 2025)
Performances Added For OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group (Dec 12, 2025)
RIDE THE CYCLONE Adds Additional Performance at Southwark Playhouse Elephant (Dec 12, 2025)
Meet the Cast of ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION, Now in Previews on Broadway (Dec 12, 2025)
BIO
Lucille Lortel was an actress, artistic director, and theatrical producer.
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1994 - Special Awards
Lucille Lortel
winner
Drama League Awards - 1993 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre
Lucille Lortel
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Musical
Lucille Lortel, Sarafina!
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Play
Lucille Lortel, A Walk in the Woods
Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Play
Lucille Lortel, As Is
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Play
Lucille Lortel, Angels Fall
winner
Obie Awards - 1958 - Special Citation
Lucille Lortel
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Exclusive: Shoshana Bean Makes Carnegie Hall Solo Debut- Watch Highlights
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Video: Nicholas Braun & Kara Young Talk Starring in GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES on TODAY
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Video: Jordan Donica Sings 'Goodbye, Old Girl' from DAMN YANKEES
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Exclusive: Rob McClure Sings 'Those Were The Good Old Days' from DAMN YANKEES
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Video: Cast of DAMN YANKEES Performs 'Shoeless Joe from Hannibal, MO'
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Video: Ana Villafañe & Jordan Donica of DAMN YANKEES Perform 'Two Lost Souls' at Arena Stage
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Video: NATASHA, PIERRE, AND THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 at Royal Alexandra Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-07-17 19:32:30
Video: Go Inside the Sitzprobe for THE GREAT COMET at The Royal Alexandra Theatre
by Joshua Wright - 2025-07-09 14:30:54
Video: Cole Escola Talks Tony Awards Bernadette Peters Tribute on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-20 10:28:58
Video: Natalie Venetia Belcon Reacts to Tony Win for Best Featured Actress in a Musical
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Video: Kara Young Celebrates Tony Win for Best Featured Actress in a Play
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Video: Francis Jue Celebrates Tony Win for Best Featured Actor in a Play
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Video: Conrad Ricamora Reflects on Art’s Impact in HOW ART CHANGED ME
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Video: Cole Escola Shares Their Next Dream Role After OH, MARY!
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Video: OH, MARY!'s Cole Escola Takes Over a Category on JEOPARDY
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Video: Watch Shoshana Bean Perform 'Don't Rain on My Parade' With Pink Martini
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Video: Andrew Scott Runs From VANYA Curtain Call to Screening in Costume
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Video: Watch Robyn Hurder & Caroline Bowman Sing 'Don't Forget Me' From SMASH
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News
Performances Added For OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group has added multiple performances for the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group has added multiple performances for the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short.
RIDE THE CYCLONE Adds Additional Performance at Southwark Playhouse Elephant
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025
Due to demand, there will be an additional performance of the UK premiere of RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL, at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025
Due to demand, there will be an additional performance of the UK premiere of RIDE THE CYCLONE THE MUSICAL, at Southwark Playhouse Elephant. Learn more here!
Meet the Cast of ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025
The world premiere of All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich, with direction by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers, begins performances on December 12 at the Nederlander Theatre. Meet the cast of All Out here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025
The world premiere of All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich, with direction by Tony Award-winner Alex Timbers, begins performances on December 12 at the Nederlander Theatre. Meet the cast of All Out here!
Additional Cast Set for ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL) at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed additional cast members for the world premiere of ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL), a new play by 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize finalist Anna Ziegler.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
The Public Theater has revealed additional cast members for the world premiere of ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL), a new play by 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize finalist Anna Ziegler.
Exclusive: Hear 'My Sister, Naomi' from CAT KID COMIC CLUB: THE MUSICAL Original Cast Recording
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Center Stage Records will release the original cast recording of Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical, the TheaterWorksUSA production based on Dav Pilkey’s book series. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen of the album with a new single, 'My Sister, Naomi,' Watch the video!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2025
Center Stage Records will release the original cast recording of Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical, the TheaterWorksUSA production based on Dav Pilkey’s book series. BroadwayWorld has your exclusive first listen of the album with a new single, 'My Sister, Naomi,' Watch the video!
BUGHOUSE World Premiere is Coming to the Vineyard Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
Vineyard Theatre will present the world premiere of Bughouse, conceived and directed by Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel, and Obie Award winner and MacArthur “Genius” fellow Martha Clarke.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 10, 2025
Vineyard Theatre will present the world premiere of Bughouse, conceived and directed by Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel, and Obie Award winner and MacArthur “Genius” fellow Martha Clarke.
Photos: IAMA Theatre Company Presents ESTHER PEREL RUINED MY LIFE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
IAMA Theatre Company is presenting a workshop production of Mathilde Dratwa’s biting, tender, and tragically modern new play Esther Perel Ruined My Life. Check out photos of the show below.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2025
IAMA Theatre Company is presenting a workshop production of Mathilde Dratwa’s biting, tender, and tragically modern new play Esther Perel Ruined My Life. Check out photos of the show below.
Jeremy O. Harris Released After Arrest in Japanese Airport for Alleged Drug Smuggling
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
Playwright Jeremy O. Harris has been released after spending three weeks in custody on suspicion of attempting to smuggle illegal drugs into Japan. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2025
Playwright Jeremy O. Harris has been released after spending three weeks in custody on suspicion of attempting to smuggle illegal drugs into Japan. Learn more here!
The Classical Theatre of Harlem Unveils 2025"26 Literary Classics Series and Calls for Playwright & Actor Submissions
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025
The Classical Theatre of Harlem has announced a call for submissions and actors for the return of its acclaimed Literary Classics Series, aimed at nurturing bold new voices and promoting work that redefines representation on the American stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025
The Classical Theatre of Harlem has announced a call for submissions and actors for the return of its acclaimed Literary Classics Series, aimed at nurturing bold new voices and promoting work that redefines representation on the American stage.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Shoshana Bean to Star in THE LOST BOYS, A NEW MUSICAL on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Grammy Award winner and Two-time Tony Award nominee Shoshana Bean (Hell’s Kitchen, Wicked, Mr. Saturday Night, Waitress), will star as ‘Lucy Emerson’ in the world premiere of The Lost Boys, A New Musical.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Grammy Award winner and Two-time Tony Award nominee Shoshana Bean (Hell’s Kitchen, Wicked, Mr. Saturday Night, Waitress), will star as ‘Lucy Emerson’ in the world premiere of The Lost Boys, A New Musical.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE Australian Premiere Extends; Tickets on Sale for General Public December 11
by Gillian Blum - Dec 8, 2025
Due to overwhelming demand, producers Paul Dainty and TEG Dainty, Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio are announced a new release of tickets for the smash-hit Broadway musical A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 8, 2025
Due to overwhelming demand, producers Paul Dainty and TEG Dainty, Ken Davenport and Bob Gaudio are announced a new release of tickets for the smash-hit Broadway musical A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical.
Jeremy O. Harris Arrested in Japanese Airport for Alleged Drug Smuggling
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
Jeremy O. Harris was arrested last month at an airport in Japan on suspicion of attempting to smuggle illegal drugs into the country. Harris was stopped by a customs officer who discovered MDMA.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2025
Jeremy O. Harris was arrested last month at an airport in Japan on suspicion of attempting to smuggle illegal drugs into the country. Harris was stopped by a customs officer who discovered MDMA.
Marina Celander, Cindy Cheung and More to Star in MEAT SUIT at Second Stage Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
The complete cast has been revealed for Aya Ogawa’s MEAT SUIT, or the shitshow of motherhood. The Off-Broadway premiere production is part of Second Stage Theater’s 47th Season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
The complete cast has been revealed for Aya Ogawa’s MEAT SUIT, or the shitshow of motherhood. The Off-Broadway premiere production is part of Second Stage Theater’s 47th Season.
Photos: Rhode Island Premiere Of OCTET At Wilbury Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group is presenting the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short with musical direction by Milly Massey. See photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
Wilbury Theatre Group is presenting the Rhode Island premiere of Octet, a chamber choir musical by Dave Malloy, directed by Josh Short with musical direction by Milly Massey. See photos of the production.
Charles Busch to Join Travis Moser at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
International cabaret and recording artist Travis Moser will return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with his new show Mixtape. Travis, along with music director and pianist Drew Wutke, most recently of off-Broadway's Tartuffe starring Tony Award-winner André De Shields.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
International cabaret and recording artist Travis Moser will return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with his new show Mixtape. Travis, along with music director and pianist Drew Wutke, most recently of off-Broadway's Tartuffe starring Tony Award-winner André De Shields.
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OUT & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES Extends Run at Miami New Drama and Receives Carbonell Special Citation
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
The touring production of HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES has been extended by two weeks at Miami New Drama at the Colony Theatre. The production additionally received a Special Citation from the Carbonell Awards.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
The touring production of HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES has been extended by two weeks at Miami New Drama at the Colony Theatre. The production additionally received a Special Citation from the Carbonell Awards.
Tickets Now On Sale for KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Shea's Performing Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025
Shea’s Performing Arts Center has revealed that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, are now on-sale.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025
Shea’s Performing Arts Center has revealed that individual tickets for KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL, are now on-sale.
Marla Mindelle & Josh Sharp to Lead A KIDMAN CAROL By Kevin Zak
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2025
Marla Mindelle and Josh Sharp will star as Nicole Kidman and Cate Blanchett, respectively, in a developmental production of A Kidman Carol: A Gay Dementia On Australian Dames. The play is written and directed by Kevin Zak (Ginger Twinsies).
by Michael Major - Dec 2, 2025
Marla Mindelle and Josh Sharp will star as Nicole Kidman and Cate Blanchett, respectively, in a developmental production of A Kidman Carol: A Gay Dementia On Australian Dames. The play is written and directed by Kevin Zak (Ginger Twinsies).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Lucille Lortel been in?
Lucille Lortel has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Lucille Lortel been in?
Lucille Lortel has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Lucille Lortel been nominated for?
Lucille Lortel has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout her career. These include Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, a Unique Contribution to the Theatre recognition from the Drama League Awards, and nominations for Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Sarafina!, Best Play (Tony Awards) for A Walk in the Woods, As Is, and Angels Fall. She has also received a Special Citation from the Obie Awards.
What awards has Lucille Lortel won?
Lucille Lortel has won several awards throughout her career. She has received Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, recognition for her Unique Contribution to the Theatre from the Drama League Awards, and a Special Citation from the Obie Awards.
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