Mary Testa
Birth Place: Philadelphia, PA, USA
Latest News on Mary Testa:
Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, André De Shields To Lead TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Benefit (Nov 8, 2024)
Photos: WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Raises Money for the Harris Victory Fund (Oct 30, 2024)
Exclusive: Carmel Dean’s WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN in Rehearsals (Oct 25, 2024)
Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, André De Shields To Lead TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Benefit (Nov 8, 2024)
Photos: WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Raises Money for the Harris Victory Fund (Oct 30, 2024)
Exclusive: Carmel Dean’s WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN in Rehearsals (Oct 25, 2024)
BIO
Broadway: Wicked, Guys and Dolls, Xanadu, Chicago, 42nd St., Marie Christine, On the Town, Forum, The Rink, Marilyn, Barnum. Off-Broadway includes: Portuguese Kid, Government Inspector, First Daughter Suite, Queen of the Mist, See What I Wanna See, A New Brain. Much film and television. Twelve original cast albums. Multiple Tony, Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, Drama League nominations and a special Drama Desk award celebrating 'Three Decades of Outstanding Work.'
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Granmama (Magdalena)
[Off-Broadway]
Royal Family Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Performer
[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Original Off-Broadway Production, 2017
Mrs. Dragonetti
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater World Premiere Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Barbara Bush
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Richard Rodgers 100th Birthday Celebration, 2002
"The Gentleman Is a Dope" Performer
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]
Performer [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer Production, 1998
Madame Maude P. Dilly
Little Old Lady
Little Old Lady/Mme. Maude P. Dilly
[Off-Broadway]
1989
Mrs. Dewey (Finnegan's)/ Mona (Peter Breaks Through)
[Off-Broadway]
1987
Subway Orator/ Cousin Elizabeth/ Shalamis (Tiny Mommy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Pre-Show Entertainer [Replacement]
Ensemble (Understudy) [Replacement]
Joice Heth (Understudy)
Movies
Going in Style
[ 1979 ] Teller
[ 1979 ] Teller
Stanley & Iris
[ 1990 ] Joanne
[ 1990 ] Joanne
Two Bits
[ 1995 ] Housewife
[ 1995 ] Housewife
Sleepers
[ 1996 ] Nun
[ 1996 ] Nun
The Out-of-Towners
[ 1999 ] Dominatrix
[ 1999 ] Dominatrix
The Business of Strangers
[ 2001 ] Receptionist
[ 2001 ] Receptionist
Tony & Tina's Wedding
[ 2004 ] Sister Clare
[ 2004 ] Sister Clare
Stay
[ 2005 ] Waitress #1
[ 2005 ] Waitress #1
Goodbye Baby
[ 2007 ] Cting Director
[ 2007 ] Cting Director
Four Single Fathers
[ 2009 ] Maria
[ 2009 ] Maria
Eat Pray Love
[ 2010 ] Laundromat Gal
[ 2010 ] Laundromat Gal
The Bounty Hunter
[ 2010 ] Maid at the Taj
[ 2010 ] Maid at the Taj
Archaeology of a Woman
[ 2012 ] Senior Center Director
[ 2012 ] Senior Center Director
Tio Papi
[ 2013 ] Principal Rosen
[ 2013 ] Principal Rosen
Big Stone Gap
[ 2014 ] Zia Maria Luisa
[ 2014 ] Zia Maria Luisa
Looking for the Jackalope
[ 2016 ] Barb
[ 2016 ] Barb
Love on the Run
[ 2016 ] Nadine
[ 2016 ] Nadine
A Vigilante
[ 2018 ] Eva Greenberg
[ 2018 ] Eva Greenberg
The Portuguese Kid
[ 2018 ] Mrs. Dragonetti
[ 2018 ] Mrs. Dragonetti
Most Likely to Murder
[ 2018 ] Mrs. Lipman
[ 2018 ] Mrs. Lipman
TV Shows
Courage the Cowardly Dog
Shirley the Medium
Shirley the Medium
Jack in a Box
Jack's Mother, Mom, Mother
Jack's Mother, Mom, Mother
The Battery's Down
Blue Bull Casting Director, Casting Director
Blue Bull Casting Director, Casting Director
The Good Fight
Amy Ann Howard
Amy Ann Howard
Whoopi
Sophia
Sophia
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Mary Testa, Oklahoma!
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Mary Testa, Oklahoma!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Mary Testa, The Government Inspector
Drama Desk Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Mary Testa, First Daughter Suite
The Lortels - 2016 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical
Mary Testa, First Daughter Suite
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Special Award
Mary Testa, Queen of the Mist
Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award
Mary Testa, Queen of The Mist
The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Lead Actress
Mary Testa, Queen of the Mist
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Mary Testa, Xanadu
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical
Mary Testa, First Lady Suite
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical
Mary Testa, 42nd Street
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Mary Testa, 42nd Street
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Mary Testa, On the Town
winner
Obie Awards - 1998 - Performance
Mary Testa, On the Town
winner
Obie Awards - 1998 - Performance
Mary Testa, From Above
Videos
Exclusive: Watch Mary Testa Sing 'Miss the Man' from THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 21, 2023
Video: Get a First Look at THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2023
Video: Get a Sneak Peek of THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA at Lincoln Center Theater
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 6, 2023
Exclusive: Listen to 'The Santa For Me' From THE BESTEST OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY EVER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2022
VIDEO: Lucy Moss Shares What it Was Like Directing RATATOUILLE: THE TIKTOK MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2021
VIDEO: Andrea McArdle, Kerry Butler, Christopher Jackson & More Unite to Sing 'Tomorrow'
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2020
TV: Stars from HADESTOWN, MOULIN ROUGE, JAGGED LITTLE PILL & More Pick Favorite Cast Albums!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 26, 2020
TV: Stars of MOULIN ROUGE! HADESTOWN & More Celebrate Grammy Nominations!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 14, 2020
VIDEO: The Cast of OKLAHOMA! Performs 'The Farmer and the Cowman' in New 360-Degree Video
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2019
VIDEO: OKLAHOMA's Ali Stroker Tells Us What To Do When They Say No
by Linnae Medeiros - Oct 11, 2019
VIDEO: The Cast of OKLAHOMA! Performs 'I Cain't Say No/ Oklahoma' at the 2019 TONYS
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2019
Tonys Talk: Mary Testa & Daniel Fish Have Got a Beautiful Feelin' About the Tony Awards!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jun 3, 2019
News
Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, André De Shields To Lead TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA Benefit
A benefit concert of TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA featuring Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, and André De Shields will take place on December 16th at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space.
A benefit concert of TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA featuring Chuck Cooper, Taylor Iman Jones, and André De Shields will take place on December 16th at the Peter Jay Sharp Theatre at Symphony Space.
Photos: WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Raises Money for the Harris Victory Fund
Earlier this week, women of Broadway united for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Check out photos from inside the event here!
Earlier this week, women of Broadway united for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Check out photos from inside the event here!
Exclusive: Carmel Dean’s WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN in Rehearsals
On Monday, women of Broadway unite for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women, directed by Schele Williams. Watch as we bring you exclusive highlights from inside rehearsals!
On Monday, women of Broadway unite for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women, directed by Schele Williams. Watch as we bring you exclusive highlights from inside rehearsals!
Lilli Cooper, Krystina Alabado & More Join WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert
Krystina Alabado, Klea Blackhurst, Lilli Cooper, Natalie Joy Johnson and Barbara Walsh will join the star-studded company of women participating in a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Krystina Alabado, Klea Blackhurst, Lilli Cooper, Natalie Joy Johnson and Barbara Walsh will join the star-studded company of women participating in a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Barrington Stage Co. Breaks Attendance Record For NYC Gala
Monday is typically referred to as a “slow” night of the week in New York City inasmuch as most Broadway shows are “dark”. However, in some ways it becomes one of the most exciting nights to be in Manhattan.
Monday is typically referred to as a “slow” night of the week in New York City inasmuch as most Broadway shows are “dark”. However, in some ways it becomes one of the most exciting nights to be in Manhattan.
Michael McCorry Rose, Mary Testa and More Will Lead Reading of ELYSIAN FIELDS
An industry reading of Elysian Fields... a new musical will be presented on Tuesday, October 22nd at 2:00pm at Pearl Studios, 500 8th Avenue, Room 301.
An industry reading of Elysian Fields... a new musical will be presented on Tuesday, October 22nd at 2:00pm at Pearl Studios, 500 8th Avenue, Room 301.
Photos: In The Recording Studio With ABRIL A New Musical
Abril, A New Musical, recorded a demo album September 21 at Reservoir Studios NYC. See photos from inside the recording studio.
Abril, A New Musical, recorded a demo album September 21 at Reservoir Studios NYC. See photos from inside the recording studio.
LaChanze, Ingrid Michaelson, and More Will Perform WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert
For one night only, Carmel Dean’s acclaimed song cycle Well-Behaved Women will be presented on Monday, October 28th at The Town Hall at 7:30 PM, performed by an all-star cast of women.
For one night only, Carmel Dean’s acclaimed song cycle Well-Behaved Women will be presented on Monday, October 28th at The Town Hall at 7:30 PM, performed by an all-star cast of women.
New Musical ABRIL Hits The Recording Studio
Abril, A New Musical, recorded a demo album September 21 at Reservoir Studios NYC. The demo cast included Howard Albert, Gina Naomi Baez (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING), Steven Grant Douglas (GHOST THE MUSICAL), Isabella Bria Lopez (ART’s EVITA), Francisca Muñoz (THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA), Jodi Stevens (JEKYLL AND HYDE) and three-time Tony nominee Mary Testa.
Abril, A New Musical, recorded a demo album September 21 at Reservoir Studios NYC. The demo cast included Howard Albert, Gina Naomi Baez (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING), Steven Grant Douglas (GHOST THE MUSICAL), Isabella Bria Lopez (ART’s EVITA), Francisca Muñoz (THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA), Jodi Stevens (JEKYLL AND HYDE) and three-time Tony nominee Mary Testa.
Norm Lewis to Headline Barrington Stage Company Benefit at Chelsea Table+Stage
Broadway’s Norm Lewis will headline Barrington Stage Company’s BSC IN NYC benefit on Monday, October 21 at Chelsea Table+Stage at 6:00 pm. The evening begins with cocktails, a sit-down dinner, cabaret performance by Norm Lewis and a champagne toast. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Broadway’s Norm Lewis will headline Barrington Stage Company’s BSC IN NYC benefit on Monday, October 21 at Chelsea Table+Stage at 6:00 pm. The evening begins with cocktails, a sit-down dinner, cabaret performance by Norm Lewis and a champagne toast. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of Out of the Box Theatrics' SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE
Out of the Box Theatrics just celebrated opening night of Michael John LaChiusa’s See What I Wanna See, directed by Emilio Ramos, with musical direction by Adam Rothenberg. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
Out of the Box Theatrics just celebrated opening night of Michael John LaChiusa’s See What I Wanna See, directed by Emilio Ramos, with musical direction by Adam Rothenberg. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
Mary Testa, Shakina, and More Set for 5&DIME Industry Reading
The Queer Ensemble, in association with TheatreWorks Silicon Valley and Broadway and Beyond Theatricals, will present an industry reading of 5&DIME in New York, Monday September 16th.
The Queer Ensemble, in association with TheatreWorks Silicon Valley and Broadway and Beyond Theatricals, will present an industry reading of 5&DIME in New York, Monday September 16th.
John Cariani, Mary Testa, and More Set For Transport Group's 2024-25 Season
Transport Group has announced its 2024-25 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Transport Group has announced its 2024-25 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!
Review: 54 SINGS THE RINK Pays Tribute to a Kander & Ebb Gem at 54 Below
Charles Kirsch, host of the Backstage Babble podcast, produced Monday night’s 54 Sings The Rink concert, featuring an array of talent who all had some connection to the 1984 musical. The Rink was a treasure, and this concert was a treasure, too, featuring Karen Ziemba, Mary Testa, Caroline O'Connor and many other stars.
Charles Kirsch, host of the Backstage Babble podcast, produced Monday night’s 54 Sings The Rink concert, featuring an array of talent who all had some connection to the 1984 musical. The Rink was a treasure, and this concert was a treasure, too, featuring Karen Ziemba, Mary Testa, Caroline O'Connor and many other stars.
See Laura and Linda Benanti & More Next Week at 54 Below
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Mary Testa to Star in QUEEN OF THE MIST in Concert at PEAK Performances
Mary Testa will star in concert performances of Queen of the Mist at PEAK Performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Mary Testa will star in concert performances of Queen of the Mist at PEAK Performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Singing For My Supper with Mary Testa
In this video, I am joined by a true Broadway legend, Miss Mary Testa. Mary's career as a performer has spanned over 4 decades and has garnered her extensive recognition as one of Broadway's strongest voices. With thirteen Broadway credits and three Tony Award nominations, Mary's work has impacted countless people and has transcended genre.
In this video, I am joined by a true Broadway legend, Miss Mary Testa. Mary's career as a performer has spanned over 4 decades and has garnered her extensive recognition as one of Broadway's strongest voices. With thirteen Broadway credits and three Tony Award nominations, Mary's work has impacted countless people and has transcended genre.
Linda Eder, Laura and Linda Benanti, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
Photos: Stars Turn Out To Honor Alfred Molina and Ann K. McDonald At the 2024 RUNNING OF THE BULLS Gala
Red Bull Theater honored Alfred Molina with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and K. Ann McDonald with the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit last night, Monday June 3rd. See photos from inside the event!
Red Bull Theater honored Alfred Molina with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and K. Ann McDonald with the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit last night, Monday June 3rd. See photos from inside the event!
Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina & K. Ann McDonald at Red Bulls Gala Benefit
Alfred Molina will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and K. Ann McDonald will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
Alfred Molina will be honored with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater and K. Ann McDonald will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mary Testa been in?
Mary Testa has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.
How many West End shows has Mary Testa been in?
Mary Testa has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Mary Testa been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Oklahoma!, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Oklahoma!, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Government Inspector, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for First Daughter Suite, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical (The Lortels) for First Daughter Suite, Special Award (Drama Desk Awards) for Queen of the Mist, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Queen of The Mist , Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for Queen of the Mist, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Xanadu, Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for First Lady Suite, Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for 42nd Street , Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for 42nd Street, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for On the Town, Performance (Obie Awards) for On the Town and Performance (Obie Awards) for From Above.
What awards has Mary Testa won?
Mary Testa has received several prestigious awards, including a Special Award from the Drama Desk Awards for Queen of the Mist. She won the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for First Lady Suite. Additionally, she was honored with Performance awards from the Obie Awards for On the Town and From Above.
Videos