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Maureen Stapleton

Date of Death: March 13, 2006 (80)

Birth Place: Troy, NY, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1981
Birdie Hubbard

[Broadway]
1979
Performer

[Broadway]
1977
Fonsia Dorsey [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1975
The Mother

[Broadway]
1972
Mildred Wild

[Broadway]
1972
Georgie Elgin

[Broadway]
1970
Evy Meara

[Broadway]
1970
Beatrice Chambers

[Broadway]
1968
Norma Hubley

Muriel Tate

Karen Nash

[Broadway]
1966
Serafina Delle Rose

[Broadway]
The Twentieth Anniversary Production, 1965
The Mother

[Broadway]
1960
Carrie Berniers

[Broadway]
1958
Ida

[Broadway]
1957
Lady Torrance

[Broadway]
1953
Lady Anne

[Broadway]
1953
Bella

[Broadway]
1953
Elizabeth Proctor [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1951
Serafina Delle Rose

[Broadway]
1950
Emily Williams

[Broadway]
1949
Miss Hatch

[Broadway]
1947
Iras

[Broadway]
1946
Pegeen Mike (Alternate) [Replacement]

Sara Tansey


Movies

Lonelyhearts
[ 1958 ] Fay Doyle
The Fugitive Kind
[ 1960 ] Vee Talbot
A View from the Bridge
[ 1962 ] Beatrice Carbone
Bye Bye Birdie
[ 1963 ] Mama Mae Peterson
Airport
[ 1970 ] Inez Guerrero
Interiors
[ 1978 ] Pearl
Lost and Found
[ 1979 ] Jemmy
The Runner Stumbles
[ 1979 ] Mrs. Shandig
The Fan
[ 1981 ] Belle Goldman
Reds
[ 1981 ] Emma Goldman
On the Right Track
[ 1981 ] Mary the Bag Lady
Johnny Dangerously
[ 1984 ] Ma Kelly
Cocoon
[ 1985 ] Mary Luckett
The Money Pit
[ 1986 ] Estelle
The Cosmic Eye
[ 1986 ] Mother Earth
Heartburn
[ 1986 ] Vera
Made in Heaven
[ 1987 ] Aunt Lisa
Sweet Lorraine
[ 1987 ] Lillian Garber
Nuts
[ 1987 ] Rose Kirk
Doin' Time on Planet Earth
[ 1988 ] Helium Balloon Saleslady
Cocoon: The Return
[ 1988 ] Mary Luckett
Passed Away
[ 1992 ] Mary Scanlan
The Last Good Time
[ 1994 ] Ida Cutler
Trading Mom
[ 1994 ] Mrs. Cavour
Addicted to Love
[ 1997 ] Nana
Wilbur Falls
[ 1998 ] Wilbur Falls High Secretary
Living and Dining
[ 2003 ] Mrs. Lundt

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Maureen Stapleton, The Little Foxes


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Performance

Maureen Stapleton, The Gingerbread Lady


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

Maureen Stapleton, The Gingerbread Lady

Tony Awards - 1968 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Maureen Stapleton , Plaza Suite

Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Maureen Stapleton , Toys in the Attic

Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Maureen Stapleton, The Cold Wind and the Warm


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1951 - Performance

Maureen Stapleton, The Rose Tattoo


winner
Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Maureen Stapleton, The Rose Tattoo

News


ORSON'S SHADOW Comes to Theater For the New City

To share a hit show of its Spring season with the largest possible audience, Theater for the New City (TNC), Crystal Field, Executive Artistic Director, will remount its production of 'Orson's Shadow,' written by Austin Pendleton and directed by Mr. Pendleton and his longtime close friend and colleague David Schweizer.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 21, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards

The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.
THE GLASS MENAGERIE Announced At Gettysburg Community Theatre

Catch the Tennessee Williams classic play, THE GLASS MENAGERIE, at Gettysburg Community Theatre. Experience the charm and beauty of this iconic American drama during weekends from March 8-17, 2024.
Sergio Trujillo, Joan Marcus, and Carol Rosegg Join Lineup For The Broadway Cruise 2

The 2nd annual sailing of The Broadway Cruise will take off in 2024! Find out who has joined the lineup for the cruise here!
A SEANCE WITH MOM Returns Next Month

 Eighteen séances in April, May and June did not do the trick, so award-winning actress/playwright/comedian Nancy Redman will join forces with iconic director Austin Pendleton for 18 more sessions of 'A Séance With Mom' from August 21 to September 3 at Chain Studio Theatre.
A SEANCE WITH MOM Adds Performances At Chain Studio Theatre

Four April seances did not do the trick, so Award winning actress/playwright/comedian NANCY REDMAN joins forces with iconic director AUSTIN PENDLETON for more sessions of 'A SEANCE WITH MOM'.
The Actors Studio to Present AREYTO Celebration of Latine Scene Work, Poetry, Song & Dance

This weekend, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.
ON THE FLY 2023: THEN & NOW to be Presented at The Actors Studio This Weekend

This weekend, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.
The Actors Studio to Host Events Featuring Lois Smith & Celebrations of BIPOC Membership in May

In May, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.
The Actors Studio to Present Three Day Celebration of Estelle Parsons

The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration with a three-day celebration of one of its most influential members, Academy Award winner and Co-Associate Artistic Director of The Actors Studio, Estelle Parsons.
The Actors Studio to Present THE PLAYWRIGHT: TALES FROM THE COLOR LINE This Spring

Continuing  its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights The Actors Studio will open its doors to the public for a special event, free and open to the public: The Playwright: Tales From The Color Line on Saturday, March 25 at 7PM.
Nancy Redman Stars In A SEANCE WITH MOM At Chain Studio Theatre, April 20-23

Award winning actress/playwright/comedian Nancy Redman  joins forces with iconic director Austin Pendleton for their fourth collaboration, 'A SEANCE WITH MOM'.
The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public to Free Events, Including Play Readings & More

This Spring, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.
The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public Inside its Doors for ACTORS STUDIO IN PROCESS

 The Actors Studio will open its doors to the public to observe “Actors Studio In Process” on Friday, March 3 and Saturday, March 4 at 7PM.
Chazz Palminteri, Bobby Moresco & More to be Featured in The Actors Studio February Events

In February, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.
The League of Professional Theatre Women to Present Theatre Women Awards in March

The League of Professional Theatre Women will present its annual Theatre Women Awards on March 27th from 1 to 3 p.m., at a Midtown Manhattan location to be announced. 
The Actors Studio to Host Three Special 75th Anniversary Events in December

Starting this week, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights. In December, the legendary studio will open its doors to the public for with three special events, each free and open to the public.
The Actors Studio Hosts Three Special 75th Anniversary Events This December

This December, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world's most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights. The legendary studio, located at 432 West 44th Street, will open its doors to the public for with three special events, each free and open to the public.
The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public Inside its Doors for ACTORS STUDIO IN PROCESS

The Actors Studio, now celebrating 75 years as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors & playwrights, will open its doors to the public to observe “Actors Studio In Process” on Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12 at 7PM.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Maureen Stapleton been in?

Maureen Stapleton has appeared on Broadway in 22 shows.

How many West End shows has Maureen Stapleton been in?

Maureen Stapleton has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Maureen Stapleton been nominated for?

Maureen Stapleton has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for her role in "The Little Foxes." She also received an Outstanding Performance nomination at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Gingerbread Lady." Additionally, Stapleton was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for her performances in "The Gingerbread Lady," "Plaza Suite," "Toys in the Attic," and "The Cold Wind and the Warm." She also received a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for "The Rose Tattoo" and another nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for the same production.

What awards has Maureen Stapleton won?

Maureen Stapleton has won several awards throughout her career. She received the Outstanding Performance award from the Drama Desk Awards for her role in "The Gingerbread Lady." She also won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play award at the Tony Awards for her performance in the same play. Additionally, Stapleton received the Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for her work in "The Rose Tattoo." She also won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play award at the Tony Awards for her role in "The Rose Tattoo."

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