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Peggy Cass

Date of Death: March 08, 1999 (74)

Birth Place: Boston, MA, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Off-Broadway Production, 1985
Performer

[Broadway]
1985
Lil

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 1983
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Maggie Jones [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1979
Mother Basil

[Broadway]
1969
Mollie Malloy

[Broadway]
1969
Mollie Malloy

[Broadway]
1968
Norma Hubley [Replacement]

Muriel Tate [Replacement]

Karen Nash [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1966
Marion Hollander [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1963
Vera von Stobel

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1960
Lou

"The Macbeth Murder Mystery" She

"The Little Girl and The Wolf" Narrator

Miss Alma Winege

Mother

Mrs. Mitty

Mrs. Preble

Performer

[Broadway]
1956
Agnes Gooch

[Broadway]
1952
Helen

[Broadway]
1950
Liz Fargo

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1949
Moonbeam

Second Sister

Olivia

Performer


Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1957 - Performance

Peggy Cass, Auntie Mame


winner
Tony Awards - 1957 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Peggy Cass, Auntie Mame

News


BWW Review: Lee Roy Reams Hits High Notes and Touches Hearts in REMEMBERING JERRY HERMAN at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 29, 2021

The Broadway musical theater actor who has seen it all is telling a little bit of this and singing a lot of that in his tribute show to a legend that he remembers most as a dear friend.
BWW Review: NUNSENSE at Arizona Broadway Theatre
by Herbert Paine - Apr 30, 2021

In a show that may have worn out its Heavenly stage welcome, the Saving Grace of Arizona Broadway Theatre's production of NUNSENSE, is embodied in an ensemble of five artists who render performances that rise above the script. Thankfully, through the ninety-some minutes of show time, a heavenly host of angelic voices lifts the spirit. The show runs through May 16th.
The 5th Annual LOST & FOUND Returns On Buzzr
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 25, 2020

Just when you thought you'd seen it all – BUZZR is ready to reveal some rarely viewed, but extra enjoyable game show treasures this September.
Author, Actor, Icon! Charles Busch Brings His One-Man Show to The COPA Palm Springs This Weekend
by David Green - Oct 16, 2015

CHARLES BUSCH, author and star of such plays as Psycho Beach Party, Times Square Angel, The Lady in Question, Red Scare on Sunset, You Should Be So Lucky, Shanghai Moon and The Divine Sister brings his iconic Cabaret stylings to The COPA Palm Springs for two 'sure to be sell-out' performances, October 16 and 17 at 8:00 pm.   Born in New York City, he began his theatrical career shortly after graduating from Northwestern University in 1976.  After spending two years in Chicago working with different local theatre companies, he returned to his home town of New York City with a solo play called Hollywood Confidential, which he performed as a weekend late show at Charles Ludlam's Ridiculous Theatrical Company's theatre at One Sheridan Square. 
Author, Actor, Icon! Charles Busch Brings His One-Man Show to The COPA Palm Springs, 10/16-17
by David Green - Oct 13, 2015

CHARLES BUSCH, author and star of such plays as Psycho Beach Party, Times Square Angel, The Lady in Question, Red Scare on Sunset, You Should Be So Lucky, Shanghai Moon and The Divine Sister brings his iconic Cabaret stylings to The COPA Palm Springs for two 'sure to be sell-out' performances, October 16 and 17 at 8:00 pm.   Born in New York City, he began his theatrical career shortly after graduating from Northwestern University in 1976.  After spending two years in Chicago working with different local theatre companies, he returned to his home town of New York City with a solo play called Hollywood Confidential, which he performed as a weekend late show at Charles Ludlam's Ridiculous Theatrical Company's theatre at One Sheridan Square. 
Popular TV Talk Show Panelist Reiko Douglas Dies at 77
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 11, 2013

Reiko Douglas, the diminutive Japanese-born entertainer who arrived in the United States not able to speak or understand any English yet managed to become one of the most sought-after and popular panel guests on the late-night TV show circuit.
GSN's MATCH GAME Marathon to Premiere Christmas Day with Two New Episodes
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 19, 2012

This Christmas, GSN will honor the 50th anniversary of one of the most enduring and memorable classic shows, MATCH GAME, by airing a marathon on Tuesday, December 25th from 8:00am ET to 5:00pm ET that includes two episodes that have never been seen on television.
Masterworks Broadway Releases Two Forgotten Albums On Digital and CD
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2012

MASTERWORKS BROADWAY opens its vaults with more classic cast recordings previously unavailable in the CD era.
Masterworks Broadway Releases Two Forgotten Albums On Digital and CD
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 17, 2012

MASTERWORKS BROADWAY opens its vaults with more classic cast recordings previously unavailable in the CD era.
Goldberg, Busch, Lypsinka & Batt Bring Kirkwood's LEGENDS! to Life in One Night Only Benefit Reading 3/23
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2009

Friends In Deed will present a legendary trio as Charles Busch, Whoopi Goldberg and Lypsinka star in the first-ever New York presentation of the infamous Broadway-play-that-wasn't, LEGENDS!. Written by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner James Kirkwood (A Chorus Line), the play will be presented in a special One Night Only staged reading benefit on Monday evening, March 23 at 8PM at Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street).
Goldberg, Busch, Lypsinka & Batt Bring Kirkwood's LEGENDS! to Life in One Night Only Benefit Reading 3/23
by Eddie Varley - Feb 5, 2009

Friends In Deed will present a legendary trio as Charles Busch, Whoopi Goldberg and Lypsinka star in the first-ever New York presentation of the infamous Broadway-play-that-wasn't, LEGENDS!. Written by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner James Kirkwood (A Chorus Line), the play will be presented in a special One Night Only staged reading benefit on Monday evening, March 23 at 8PM at Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street).
Donna McKechnie: The Music and the Mirror-Reflects A 'Star'
by Pati Buehler - Jul 25, 2006

Borrowing a line from A Chorus Line, I saw the red shoes' at seven years old and I fell in love with dance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Peggy Cass been in?

Peggy Cass has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.

How many West End shows has Peggy Cass been in?

Peggy Cass has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Peggy Cass been nominated for?

Peggy Cass has been nominated for several awards for her performances. She was nominated for a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for her role in "Auntie Mame". Additionally, she received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards, also for her role in "Auntie Mame".

What awards has Peggy Cass won?

Peggy Cass has won several awards for her performances in the Broadway show "Auntie Mame." She received the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for her role in the show and also won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for her portrayal in "Auntie Mame."

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