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Birth Place: St. Louis, MO, USA

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BIO

Marsha Mason is a four-time Academy Award nominee for her starring roles in The Goodbye Girl (BAFTA nomination), Chapter Two, Only When I Laugh and Cinderella Liberty. Mason has received Golden Globe Awards for her film roles and an Emmy Award nomination for “Frasier”. TV credits include “Grace and Frankie”, “The Middle”, “The Good Wife” and “Madam Secretary”. Broadway roles: Impressionism with Jeremy Irons, Steel Magnolias, The Night of the Iguana, King Richard III, and Cactus Flower. She has directed productions of Steel Magnolias, An Act of God, Chapter Two as well co-directing and starring in Lost In Yonkers at Hartford Stage. On Broadway, she was Associate Director with Jack O’Brien for All My Sons starring Annette Benning and The Roommate starring Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow. Marsha recently starred in All My Sons at Hartford Stage and as Madame Armfeldt in the Lincoln Center production of Steven Sondheim’s A Little Night Music in Concert, and she briefly stepped in for Mia Farrow in The Roommate on Broadway while Farrow was sidelined with Covid-19.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Roommate The Roommate
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Sharon [Replacement]
Little Gem Little Gem
[Off-Broadway]
Irish Repertory Theatre Original Off-Broadway Production, 2019
Kay
Nassim Nassim
[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Performer
Fire and Air Fire and Air
[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company World Premiere, 2018
Dunya
Impressionism Impressionism
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Julia Davidson
Steel Magnolias Steel Magnolias
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Ouiser
The Vagina Monologues
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]
The Night of the Iguana
[Broadway]
1996
Maxine Faulk
The Good Doctor
[Broadway]
1973
Performer
Happy Birthday, Wanda June
[Broadway]
1970
Penelope Ryan

Productions

The RoommateThe Roommate
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Associate Director
Juno's Swans
 
[Off-Broadway, 1985]
Director
Talisman RosesTalisman Roses
 
[Regional (US), 0]
Director

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Marsha Mason, Little Gem

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Joy Behar’s MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND to Launch National Tour Photo
Joy Behar’s MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND to Launch National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025

Joy Behar’s My First Ex-Husband, has entered its final weeks of performances Off-Broadway at the new MMAC Theater. The production will launch a national tour
Whoopi Goldberg Will Join Joy Behar in MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND Photo
Whoopi Goldberg Will Join Joy Behar in MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 9, 2025

On April 30 (2pm), Whoopi Goldberg will join her The View co-host Joy Behar for one performance only in MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND, at MMAC Theater. Goldberg was most recently seen onstage in Annie at the Theater at Madison Square Garden.
Josh Breckenridge, Jelani Remy, Emily Skeggs Will Star in THE APPLE BOYS at Bucks Cou Photo
Josh Breckenridge, Jelani Remy, Emily Skeggs Will Star in THE APPLE BOYS at Bucks County Playhouse
by Emmy Rice - Apr 4, 2025

Producing Director Alexander Fraser, Executive Producer Robyn Goodman and Producer Josh Fiedler announced casting and production details for the musical comedy — the second new work debuting at the Playhouse this season. Bucks County Playhouse’s 2025 season is sponsored by Bank of America.
Joy Behar Will Return to MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND; Julia Sweeney, Marsha Mason, and More J Photo
Joy Behar Will Return to MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND; Julia Sweeney, Marsha Mason, and More Join
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2025

Joy Behar will return to the show that she created, MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND, at Off-Broadway’s newest venue, MMAC Theater. Learn more about the show and cast here!
Ann Talman Brings Cabaret to Bucks County Playhouse Photo
Ann Talman Brings Cabaret to Bucks County Playhouse
by Emmy Rice - Mar 22, 2025

Four-time Broadway veteran Ann Talman makes her debut at Bucks County Playhouse with a special and personal performance, Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of her Smile, on Sunday, April 6 at 7 p.m.
Photos: GHOSTS Opening Night at Lincoln Center Theater Photo
Photos: GHOSTS Opening Night at Lincoln Center Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

On Monday, March 10, Lincoln Center Theater celebrated the opening night of its production of Ibsen’s GHOSTS, featuring a new version by Mark O’Rowe and directed by Jack O’Brien. See photos from the evening here!
Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK, Now in Previews on Broadway Photo
Meet the Cast of GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Good Night, and Good Luck is now in previews on Broadway,  The new play by George Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, stars Clooney in his Broadway debut. Meet the cast here!
Feature: CT THEATER WOMEN AWARDS at A.C.T. Of CT Photo
Feature: CT THEATER WOMEN AWARDS at A.C.T. Of CT
by Lauren Yarger - Feb 24, 2025

Marsha Mason, Jacqueline Hubbard, Semina De Laurentis among honorees at CT Theater Women Awards March 3 in Ridgefield. Songs and dramatic excerpts will round out the night.
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore T Photo
Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.
Submissions Open for Theatre Aspen's Sixth Annual SOLO FLIGHTS Festival Photo
Submissions Open for Theatre Aspen's Sixth Annual SOLO FLIGHTS Festival
by Joshua Wright - Jan 27, 2025

Theatre Aspen is now accepting submissions through Friday, April 11 for the organization's sixth annual one-person show festival, Solo Flights, to be held from September 2-9, 2025, at Theatre Aspen's Hurst Theatre.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; MAGGIE at Goodspeed Musicals Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Goodspeed Musicals Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; MAGGIE at Goodspeed Musicals Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Broadway Shows Close Today Photo
2 Broadway Shows Close Today
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 15, 2024

 Broadway says goodbye to two productions. The Notebook takes its final bow at the Schoenfeld Theatre following 35 previews and 317 regular performances; and The Roommate will conclude its limited run at the Booth Theatre following 14 previews and 101 regular performances.
Photos: Marsha Mason Receives Sardi's Caricature Photo
Photos: Marsha Mason Receives Sardi's Caricature
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 11, 2024

See photos of four-time Academy Award nominee Marsha Mason receiving her portrait at Sardi's! Learn more about the life and career of Marsha Mason here!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Connecticut Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Connecticut Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast Photo
OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024

The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.
Bucks County Playhouse to Bring SEAN HEELY'S CELTIC CHRISTMAS to New Jersey Photo
Bucks County Playhouse to Bring SEAN HEELY'S CELTIC CHRISTMAS to New Jersey
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

Bucks County Playhouse will present “Seán Heely's Celtic Christmas” at Villa Victoria Academy in Ewing, NJ. The one-night-only event will be held on Thursday, December 18 at 8:00 pm. The concert is part of the Playhouse's Community Arts Series.
FROM KABUL WITH LOVE & More Receive Theatre Aspen 2024 Solo Flights Project Advanceme Photo
FROM KABUL WITH LOVE & More Receive Theatre Aspen 2024 Solo Flights Project Advancement Fund Grant
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024

Theatre Aspen has revealed two grant recipients of the 2024 Solo Flights Project Advancement Fund. Learn more about the Fund and about the projects.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marsha Mason been in?

Marsha Mason has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Marsha Mason been in?

Marsha Mason has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Marsha Mason been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Gem.

What awards has Marsha Mason won?

Marsha Mason has won the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for her role in Little Gem.

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