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Marian Seldes

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Midge Barker

[Broadway]
Benefit Concert, 2005
Mrs. Hatch

Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Carlotta Vance

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Rayleen

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 1999
Elinor Spencer Bollard

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 1999
Madame Desmermortes

[Broadway]
1997
Zinaida Savishna

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1997
Seeress

[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 1990
Marietta Christmas

[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1990
Marietta Christmas

[Broadway]
1978
Myra Bruhl

[Broadway]
1977
Rivka Kolner

[Broadway]
1974
Dora Strang [Replacement]

Hesther Saloman

[Broadway]
1971
Marian

[Broadway]
1968
Woman

[Broadway]
1966
Julia

[Broadway]
1964
Miss Alice (Standby)

[Broadway]
1962
Susan Loring

Lael Tucker Wertenbaker (Standby)

[Broadway]
Unknown, 1960
Symka Berson

Rachel Apt (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1955
Olivia

[Broadway]
1954
Bertha

[Off-Broadway]
City Center Revival, 1952
A Close Friend

[Broadway]
1951
Nurse Phillips

[Broadway]
1950
Electra

[Broadway]
1949
Anichu at 18

[Broadway]
1949
Second Woman of Corinth

[Broadway]
1947
Dounia

[Broadway]
1947
Attendant to Medea

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1974]
Director

Movies

The True Story of Jesse James
[ 1957 ] Rowena Cobb
The Light in the Forest
[ 1958 ] Kate Owens
The Big Fisherman
[ 1959 ] Arnon
Crime & Punishment, USA
[ 1959 ] Debbie Cole
Fingers
[ 1978 ] Ruth
Zits
[ 1988 ] Miss Maple
In a Pig's Eye
[ 1990 ] Mrs. Isabel Purvis
The Gun in Betty Lou's Handbag
[ 1992 ] Margaret Armstrong
Tom and Huck
[ 1995 ] Widow Dougl
Affliction
[ 1997 ] Alma Pittman
Digging to China
[ 1997 ] Leah Schroth
Home Alone 3
[ 1997 ] Mrs. Hess
Celebrity
[ 1998 ] Datloff Party Guest
The Haunting
[ 1999 ] Mrs. Dudley
Duets
[ 2000 ] Harriet Gahagan
Town & Country
[ 2001 ] Eugenie's Mother
Hollywood Ending
[ 2002 ] Alexandra
Mona Lisa Smile
[ 2003 ] President Jocelyn Carr
The Visitor
[ 2007 ] Barbara
Suburban Girl
[ 2007 ] Margaret Paddleford
August Rush
[ 2007 ] The Dean
Leatherheads
[ 2008 ] Clerk
The Toe Tactic
[ 2008 ] Eunice
Home
[ 2008 ] Peggy
The Extra Man
[ 2010 ] Vivian Cudlip
Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life
[ 2011 ] Mabel Billingsly

TV Shows

Cosby
Virginia, Elaine

Awards and Nominations


winner
- 2015 - Hall of Fame Awards

Marian Seldes


winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre

Marian Seldes


winner
Drama League Awards - 2006 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre

Marian Seldes

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Marian Seldes, Dinner at Eight


winner
The Lortels - 2003 - Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence

Marian Seldes

Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Marian Seldes, Dinner at Eight

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Marian Seldes, The Play About the Baby

The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Lead Actress

Marian Seldes, The Play About the Baby


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actress - Play

Marian Seldes, The Play about the Baby


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Marian Seldess , The Butterfly Collection


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Marian Seldes, Ivanov

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Marian Seldes, Ring Round the Moon

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Marian Seldes, Ivanov

Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

Marian SeldesThree Tall Women


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1984 - Best Actress

Marian Seldes, Painting Churches

Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Marian Seldes, Deathtrap


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Performance

Marian Seldes, Father's Day

Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Marian Seldes , Father's Day


winner
Tony Awards - 1967 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Marian Seldes, A Delicate Balance


winner
Obie Awards - 1964 - Performance

Marian Seldes , The Ginger Man

Videos

News


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THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE Comes to 3 West Club This Week

Food For Thought Productions continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique series set for its 2023 Season. Learn more about The People Versus Lenny Bruce and find out how to get tickets here!
Cast Set for Red Bull Theater 2023 Short New Play Festival

Red Bull Theater has revealed the cast for the eight world premieres selected for the company’s 13th annual Short New Play Festival.
Red Bull Theater Reveals Short New Play Festival 2023 Winning Submissions

Red Bull Theater has announced the eight world premieres selected for the company’s 13th annual Short New Play Festival.
Steven Ditmyer Will Direct BETTINGER'S LUGGAGE at AMT

Producer Laura Elrick is thrilled to announce that acclaimed Meisner Teacher and Director Steven Ditmyer will be directing Al Tapper's Bettinger's Luggage, scheduled to open September 19th, 2023 at AMT Theater.
UNLUCKY GAL is the Second Segment Of ALL THE COURT'S A STAGE A Series Of One-Act Plays Based On Seven Of Martin Garbus' Law Cases

Unlucky Gal is the second segment of 'All The Court's A Stage,' a series of one-act plays that are based on seven of Martin Garbus' cases and directed by Antony Marsellis.
Matthew Broderick, Laura Benanti, Melissa Errico & David Staller to Lead THE LETTERS SERIES at Irish Rep

Irish Repertory Theatre will present The Letters Series, featuring Dear Liar by Jerome Kilty & George Bernard Shaw, directed by Charlotte Moore. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Names 10 Finalists Including Zadie Smith, Francisca Da Silveira & More

The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced 10 Finalists for its prestigious playwriting award, the oldest and largest international prize awarded to women+ playwrights.
Submissions Now Open for Red Bull Theater's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2023

Red Bull Theater is now accepting submissions for their ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year’s theme: “Forbidden Love” will be selected through an open submission process.
Singer-Songwriter Judy Collins Will Join in Q&A at Food For Thought Productions

FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique production set for its 2023 Season Opener on January 23rd.
Broadway Actor Elizabeth 'Betsy' Parrish Passes Away At Age 97

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Broadway actor Elizabeth 'Betsy' Parrish has passed away at the age of 97. 
AMT Theater To Present LIES By Jerry Slaff To Kick Off New Play Reading Series

AMT Theater, New York's newest Off Broadway house, announces the first in a series of New Play Readings.
Wagner College To Host Ceremony And Staged Reading of 2022 Stanley Award-Winner, MARILYN, MOM, AND ME

Wagner College Theatre has announced that the winner of the 2022 Stanley Drama Award is Luke Yankee for his play Marilyn, Mom and Me.
BROADWAY BLESSING Celebrates 25th Anniversary, September 19

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Broadway Blessing. September 19, 7 p.m. St. Malachy's/The Actors' Chapel, 239 W. 49th St.
Joey Hoeber And Denise Tyrrell Present THE REALISTIC JONESES

Joey Hoeber and Denise Tyrrell present Will Eno's THE REALISTIC JONESES. Running at September 9th - 25th running at The Playhouse in San Anselmo.
Blythe Danner & Bob Dishy to Star in Food For Thought Productions Plays

FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, will continue celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a tremendously fun production set for its 2022 Season Opener on March 28th.
Food for Thought Productions Opens 2022 Season

FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, continues to celebrate the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with award-winning actors, writers and directors in tremendously fun productions set for their 2022 Season Opener on March 28th.
Food For Thought Productions Finishes 2021 Season With I CAN'T REMEMBER ANYTHING

FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 21st year, continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a tremendously fun production on December 6th, 2021.
Legendary Broadway Producer Liz McCann Dies at 90

ELIZABETH IRELAND McCANN, the iconoclastic Broadway producer who won nine Tony Awards during a 60-year career in theater, died after a bout with cancer on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021 at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx, according to her longtime associate and friend, Kristen Luciani.  She was 90 years old. 
Food For Thought Productions Presents Arthur Miller's I CAN'T REMEMBER ANYTHING

Food For Thought Productions, now in its 21st year, continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a tremendously fun second production on April 19th, 2021.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marian Seldes been in?

Marian Seldes has appeared on Broadway in 25 shows.

How many West End shows has Marian Seldes been in?

Marian Seldes has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Marian Seldes been nominated for?

Marian Seldes has received numerous nominations and awards throughout her career, including: - Hall of Fame Awards - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards) - Unique Contribution to the Theatre (Drama League Awards) - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dinner at Eight - Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence (The Lortels) - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Dinner at Eight - Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Play About the Baby - Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for The Play About the Baby - Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Play About the Baby - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Butterfly Collection - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ivanov - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Ring Round the Moon - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ivanov - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Three Tall Women - Best Actress (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Painting Churches - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Deathtrap - Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Father's Day - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Father's Day - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Delicate Balance - Performance (Obie Awards) for The Ginger Man

What awards has Marian Seldes won?

Marian Seldes has received numerous awards throughout her career, including the Hall of Fame Awards, the Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, and the Unique Contribution to the Theatre from the Drama League Awards. She has also been honored with the Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence from The Lortels. Seldes won the Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Play about the Baby, and she received the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Butterfly Collection and Ivanov. Additionally, she was awarded Best Actress at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Painting Churches and received the Outstanding Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for Father's Day. She also won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for A Delicate Balance, as well as the Performance award at the Obie Awards for The Ginger Man.

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