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Michele Pawk

Birth Place: Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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BIO

Broadway: Beautiful, Hairspray, Losing Louie, Mamma Mia!, Hollywood Arms (Tony Award), Chicago, Seussical, Cabaret (Drama Desk & Outer Critics’ Circle award nominations), Triumph of Love, Crazy for You (Drama Desk nomination), Mail. Off-Broadway: Heroes of the Fourth Turning (Lucille Lortel & Obie awards), A Small Fire (Drama Desk & Lucille Lortel nominations), Prayer for My Enemy, Picnic, Giant, The Paris Letter (Drama Desk nomination), Hello Again, Merrily We Roll Along and eight others. Michele is a proud faculty member at Wagner College

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2025
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Off-Broadway World Premiere, 2019
Gina

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Lydia

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2012
Luz

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2011
Emily Bridges

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2006
Sheila Ellis

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Katie Arlen/Lillian Sonnenberg

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Woman's Voice

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Madame Morrible [Replacement]

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 2003
Nellie

[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Production, 2003
Countess Charlotte Malcolm

[New York]
Workshop, 2002
Vienna

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Louise

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Velma Von Tussle [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Donna Sheridan [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Mae

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Mayzie LaBird

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Edith Harnham

Edith Harnham

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1998
Fritzie

Fritzie (Kit Kat Girl)

Performer

Fraulein Kost

[New York]
Workshop, 1998
Sabina

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Hesione [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Matron "Mama" Morton [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Jen [Replacement]

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1995
Jen [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Company Production, 1994
Gussie

Gussie

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1993
The Actress

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1992
Irene Roth

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1988
Kathy Sue Binger

Democratic Party Delegate

Candi Suwinski

Power Lady

Pitchperson

Sandi (Standby)

Dana (Standby)

[Pittsburgh, PA (Regional)]
Regional Revival, 1986
Performer

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 1987
Featured Ensemble

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2002] [Replacement]
Keyboards[Replacement]

Movies

The Girl in the Watermelon
[ 1994 ] Diane Mayerofsky
Jeffrey
[ 1995 ] Young Mother
Anastasia
[ 1997 ] Ensemble and Character Vocals
Cradle Will Rock
[ 1999 ] Blitzstein - Liberty Committee #2
My Love Affair with Marriage
[ 2022 ] Biology

TV Shows

Law & Order
Attorney Marks, Marjorie Weiler, Donna Marks
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Elise Clark, Shari Frost
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Gail Knight, Daisy Baker, Valentina Bilescu

Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2020 - Special Citation

Michele PawkHeroes of the Fourth Turning

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Michele Pawk, A Small Fire

The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Lead Actress

Michele Pawk, A Small Fire

Helen Hayes Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

Michele PawkBounce


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

Michele Pawk, Hollywood Arms


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 -

Michele Pawk, Cabaret

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Michele Pawk, Cabaret

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Featured Actress - Musical

Michele Pawk, Cabaret

Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Michele Pawk, Crazy for You

Videos

News


Videos You Missed This Week: URINETOWN, JUST IN TIME and More
by Sidney Paterra - Feb 7, 2025

It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! 2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season has officially begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending February 7, 2025 with videos from Urinetown, Just In Time, and more!
Video: Jonathan Groff is Bringing His Passion Project to Broadway
by Joey Mervis - Feb 6, 2025

Watch in this video as Jonathan Groff and Alex Timbers are joined by the rest of the cast of Just In Time (which also includes Erika Henningsen, Michele Pawk, Gracie Lawrence) to explain what the show is all about.
BroadwayCon 2025 Unveils Additional Programming & Moves to Marriott Marquis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

BroadwayCon has revealed a change of venue and additional programming for the 2025 event, taking place next week from February 7-9. Learn more about the upcoming events!
JUST IN TIME Will Offer Signed Posters at the Circle in the Square Box Office This Week
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

In celebration of 1959, the year Bobby Darin released the album “That’s All”, the first 59 patrons to purchase tickets for Just in Time at the Circle in the Square Theatre box office on Thursday, January 30 at 1:00PM EST will receive a signed poster!
Erika Henningsen Completes Cast of JUST IN TIME, Led By Jonathan Groff
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

Erika Henningsen will return to Broadway in the world premiere of the new musical JUST IN TIME as “Sandra Dee.” The musical is led by Jonathan Groff and will begin performances in March.
Gracie Lawrence & Emily Bergl Join Jonathan Groff in JUST IN TIME
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 14, 2025

JUST IN TIME, starring Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin, has found its supporting cast. Find out who will join the Tony winner in the new production along with additions to the show's design team
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Just In Time with Michele Pawk
by Jayke Workman - Dec 22, 2024

In this episode, Michele shares her journey from a Tony-winning actor to a theater professor, discussing the balance of family life and career, the importance of teaching, and the development of new works in theater.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 4, 2024
by - Dec 4, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 4, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: First Listen to Jonathan Groff in JUST IN TIME; Michele Pawk, Caesar Samayoa & More Join
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2024

Additional cast members have been revealed for Just in Time on Broadway, starring Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
10 Facts The Only WICKED Super-Fans Know
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 22, 2024

With everyone hyped for the premiere of the movie Wicked this month, I have been receiving a bunch of Wicked questions. I thought it might be fun to share a few fun facts about former stars of Wicked!
Photos: Jonathan Groff in Benefit Concert of Broadway-Bound JUST IN TIME
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024

Signature Theatre held a sold-out benefit concert of the upcoming new Broadway-bound musical Just In Time starring Tony Award-winning actor Jonathan Groff as legendary singer Bobby Darin. Check out photos from the performance here!
Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024

See photos of Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin and more performing Follies in concert at Carnegie Hall!
Flourish Performing Arts Accepting First Summer 2024 Program Applications
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2024

Flourish Performing Arts school opens in Upper Manhattan, offering classes from industry professionals and guest instructors.
Kate Baldwin, Beth Leavel, and More Join FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024

The complete cast has now been announced for Transport Group's concert production of Follies. The sold-out event will play one night only—Thursday, June 20, at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall.
Wagner College Theatre Reveals 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

Wagner College Theatre has announced its 2024-25 season of storytelling! Check out the lineup here!
American Theater Group Gala Will Honor Tony Award-Winner Michele Pawk
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

American Theater Group (ATG) will honor Tony Award-winning actress Michele Pawk at its annual Gala Benefit on Sunday, June 2nd, at the Hamilton Stage in Rahway, NJ.
PLANO Comes To Wagner College Theatre Stage One
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024

Playwright Will Arbery is an American playwright, screenwriter and TV writer, known for his plays Heroes of the Fourth Turning, Plano, and Evanston Salt Costs Climbing. Heroes of the Fourth Turning was a finalist for the 2020 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and will be presented in Wagner College Theatre's Stage One venue next May as part of the 2024-25 season.
SEUSSICAL Comes to Wagner College Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

Equally beloved and fantastical, SEUSSICAL brings to life all of our favorite, colorful Dr. Seuss characters. The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton the Elephant and his discovery of the Whos.
Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young Will Headline Transport Group Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024

Transport Group has announced performers for its 2024 gala will include Tony Award winners Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young.  
Meet the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2024

The Broadway premiere of The Outsiders, the new musical based on the novel by S.E. Hinton & Francis Ford Coppola’s film, begins previews tonight, Saturday, March 16. Meet the cast of The Outsiders here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michele Pawk been in?

Michele Pawk has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.

How many West End shows has Michele Pawk been in?

Michele Pawk has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Michele Pawk been nominated for?

Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Heroes of the Fourth Turning, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for A Small Fire, Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for A Small Fire, Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Bounce, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Hollywood Arms, (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret, Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Cabaret, Best Featured Actress - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cabaret and Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Crazy for You.

What awards has Michele Pawk won?

Michele Pawk has received several awards throughout her career. She won a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for her performance in Heroes of the Fourth Turning. Additionally, she earned the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play for Hollywood Arms. She also received a Drama Desk Award for her role in Cabaret.

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