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Birth Place: Milwaukee, WI, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1961
Mary McKellaway [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1960
Judy Kimball

[Broadway]
1957
Isolde Poole


Movies

Canadian Pacific
[ 1949 ] Cecille Gautier
Sunset Blvd.
[ 1950 ] Betty Schaefer
Union Station
[ 1950 ] Joyce Willecombe
Mr. Music
[ 1950 ] Katherine Holbrook
Submarine Command
[ 1951 ] Carol
Force of Arms
[ 1951 ] Lt. Eleanor MacKay
Big Jim McLain
[ 1952 ] Nancy Vallon
The Boy from Oklahoma
[ 1954 ] Katie Brannigan
Battle Cry
[ 1955 ] Mrs. Pat Rogers
Pollyanna
[ 1960 ] Nancy Furman
The Absent Minded Professor
[ 1961 ] Betsy Carlisle
Son of Flubber
[ 1963 ] ElizabethBetsyBrainard
Smith!
[ 1969 ] Norah Smith
Snowball Express
[ 1972 ] Sue Baxter
Airport 1975
[ 1974 ] Mrs. Abbott
Making Love
[ 1982 ] Christine
Dumbbells
[ 2014 ] Bianca Cummings

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28 Theater Books for Your Fall 2022 Reading (and Listening) List

We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's fall reading list.
The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre Upcoming Lineup Announced

The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre, sponsored by Peconic Landing continues with classic films this winter and spring. All films start at 8 pm. Tickets are $7 at the door and include a small box of popcorn. For the $28 prix-fixe 'Dinner and a Movie' package, call Page at 63 Main (631-725-1810), IL Capuccino (631-725-2747) or Sen (631-725-1774). Beginning February 15, the dinner package will be available at Dockside (631-725-7100). Cost does not include sales tax, beverage or gratuities.
The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre Announces Winter/Spring 2013 Lineup

The Picture Show at Bay Street Theatre has announced announce that Peconic Landing is sponsoring its long-running, classic Picture Show Series for the 2013 Season.
Liz Callaway Stars in SUNSET BOULEVARD, Opening at Pittsburgh CLO Tonight, 7/24

Audiences will be captivated by Andrew Lloyd Webber's fiery story of love, fame and Hollywood in Pittsburgh CLO's debut production of Sunset Boulevard, tonight, July 24 through July 29 at the Benedum Center. Tony Award nominee Liz Callaway, critically-acclaimed star of Love Changes Everything, returns to the Pittsburgh CLO stage as eccentric Hollywood actress Norma Desmond.
Liz Callaway Stars in SUNSET BOULEVARD, Opening at Pittsburgh CLO, July 24

Audiences will be captivated by Andrew Lloyd Webber's fiery story of love, fame and Hollywood in Pittsburgh CLO's debut production of Sunset Boulevard, July 24-29 at the Benedum Center. Tony Award nominee Liz Callaway, critically-acclaimed star of Love Changes Everything, returns to the Pittsburgh CLO stage as eccentric Hollywood actress Norma Desmond.
Photo Flash: Theatre Artist Dinner at the Kirk Douglas Theatre

The Theatre Artist Dinner was held at the Kirk Douglas Theatre on September 14, 2011 in Los Angeles, California.
Sengbloh and Mambo Set For CABARET GOURMET 2011 5/7

Off-Broadway's The Play Company will feature superb entertainment by Broadway performers and succulent foods prepared by some NYC's top chefs at its 8th annual gala CABARET GOURMENT 2011, set for Monday, May 2 at 7 p.m. at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 W. 42 St.) in Manhattan.
Turner Classic Movies Announces Plans for Second TCM Classic Film Festival

Turner Classic Movies (TCM), which successfully staged its first TCM Classic Film Festival this past weekend in Hollywood, has given the go-ahead for a second edition of the festival, slated to take place in Spring 2011.
ABT Presents Culinary Pas de Deux at Pier Sixty, 3/22

On Monday evening, March 22 at 7:00 P.M., American Ballet Theatre will present its fourteenth Culinary Pas de Deux, a unique evening of dining and dancing, at Pier Sixty in New York City. Hosted by ABT Principal Dancer Marcelo Gomes and Soloist Craig Salstein, the event celebrates superb cuisine, fine wines, exciting cocktails and world-class dance. Along with creative samplings from some of New York City's most celebrated chefs, pairings from several premier wineries and specially designed cocktails by the city's top mixologists, the evening will also feature original performances by several ABT dancers.
Photo Coverage: Batt & Walsh at Play Co.'s Cabaret Gourmet

This week, off-Broadway's The Play Company brought together some of NYC's top chefs and theater artists for its seventh annual gala Cabaret Gourmet 2010, a unique evening hosted by Bryan Batt, the beloved Broadway performer and star of the hit television series 'Mad Men.' The evening featured a performance by Tony-nominee Barbara Walsh and savory and sweet dishes prepared by chefs from several of the city's most celebrated restaurants.
ABT Presents Culinary Pas de Deux at Pier Sixty, 3/22

On Monday evening, March 22 at 7:00 P.M., American Ballet Theatre will present its fourteenth Culinary Pas de Deux, a unique evening of dining and dancing, at Pier Sixty in New York City. Hosted by ABT Principal Dancer Marcelo Gomes and Soloist Craig Salstein, the event celebrates superb cuisine, fine wines, exciting cocktails and world-class dance. Along with creative samplings from some of New York City's most celebrated chefs, pairings from several premier wineries and specially designed cocktails by the city's top mixologists, the evening will also feature original performances by several ABT dancers.
Batt & Walsh Team Up for The Play Co.'s 2010 Cabaret Gourmet

On March 8, 2010, the award-winning The Play Company will present its annual Cabaret Gourmet Gala. In an evening billed as a celebration of food and entertainment, New York City's finest chefs will sample dishes from their restaurants to performances by entertainment's most exciting talent. A silent auction, now open online, will conclude the evening. The event will take place at the American Airline's Theatre Penthouse in Times Square from 7:00pm - 9:30pm.
Photo Flash: The Play Company's CABARET GOURMET 2009

Off-Broadway's The Play Company brought together some of NYC's top chefs and theater artists for its sixth annual gala CABARET GOURMET 2009 -- a unique evening hosted by Broadway's Richard Kind ('The Tales of the Allergist's Wife' and 'The Producers') and featuring musical entertainment by cabaret legend Karen Akers ('Nine' and 'Grand Hotel'), along with savory and sweet dishes prepared by chefs from several of the city's most celebrated restaurants -- on Monday, April 27 at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan.
Richard Kind, Karen Akers Host The Play Co's CABARET GOURMET '09 4/27

Off-Broadway's The Play Company brings together some of NYC's top chefs and theater artists for its sixth annual gala CABARET GOURMET 2009 -- a unique evening hosted by Broadway's Richard Kind (THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE and THE PRODUCERS) and featuring musical entertainment by cabaret legend Karen Akers (NINE and GRAND HOTEL), along with savory and sweet dishes prepared by chefs from several of the city's most celebrated restaurants -- on Monday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan.
Kind and Akers Set for Play Company's CABARET GOURMET 4/27

Off-Broadway's The Play Company brings together some of NYC's top chefs and theater artists for its sixth annual gala CABARET GOURMET 2009 -- a unique evening hosted by Broadway's Richard Kind (THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE and THE PRODUCERS) and featuring musical entertainment by cabaret legend Karen Akers (NINE and GRAND HOTEL), along with savory and sweet dishes prepared by chefs from several of the city's most celebrated restaurants -- on Monday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan.
Richard Kind, Karen Akers Host The Play Co's CABARET GOURMET '09 4/27

Off-Broadway's The Play Company brings together some of NYC's top chefs and theater artists for its sixth annual gala CABARET GOURMET 2009 -- a unique evening hosted by Broadway's Richard Kind (THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE and THE PRODUCERS) and featuring musical entertainment by cabaret legend Karen Akers (NINE and GRAND HOTEL), along with savory and sweet dishes prepared by chefs from several of the city's most celebrated restaurants -- on Monday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan.
Kind and Akers Set for Play Company's CABARET GOURMET 4/27

Off-Broadway's The Play Company brings together some of NYC's top chefs and theater artists for its sixth annual gala CABARET GOURMET 2009 -- a unique evening hosted by Broadway's Richard Kind (THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE and THE PRODUCERS) and featuring musical entertainment by cabaret legend Karen Akers (NINE and GRAND HOTEL), along with savory and sweet dishes prepared by chefs from several of the city's most celebrated restaurants -- on Monday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan.
Play Company hosts Cabaret Gourment gala 4/28

The Play Company hosts its fifth annual Cabaret Gourmet gala on Monday, April 28 at The Metropolitan Pavilion. This year honoring the renowned editor and author Judith Jones, Cabaret Gourmet is a theatrical celebration of food, glorious food and a tribute to the shared spirit of the culinary and theater arts.
Hargitay, Monk, Stamos Etc. Join Cabaret Gourmet, 4/16

Peter Dinklage, Mariska Hargitay, Grace Hightower, Debra Monk and John Stamos will appear as special guests at the Play Company's fourth annual 'Cabaret Gourmet' gala on Monday, April 16 at The Angel Orensanz Foundation
Felciano, Testa, Kudisch, Etc. Set for Cabaret Gourmet

The Play Company will hold its fourth annual Cabaret Gourmet gala on Monday, April 16 at The Angel Orensanz Foundation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Nancy Olson been in?

Nancy Olson has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

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Nancy Olson has not appeared in the West End.

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