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BIO

The Acting Company: The Heart Is A Lonely Hunter, Pudd'nhead Wilson, The Taming Of The Shrew. Broadway: The Skin of Our Teeth, All the Way, Romeo and Juliet, Fences. Off-Broadway: select credits include The Death of the Last Black Man... (Signature); Macbeth (CTH), Familiar (Playwrights Horizons); Scenes from a Marriage, Things of Dry Hours (NYTW); The Piano Lesson (Signature; 2013 Lortel Award, Drama League nomination); Macbeth (TFANA); Seven Guitars (Signature, 2007 Obie Award); The Cherry Orchard (CTH). Regional credits includes work at Two River Theater, Berkeley Rep, Long Wharf, Kennedy Center, Indiana Rep, Old Globe, Alliance, McCarter, A.R.T., Yale Rep. Film: The Help, Salt, Life During Wartime, Rachel Getting Married. TV: "Divorce," "Red Blooded" (ABC pilot), "Madame Secretary," "Doubt," "Elementary," "Masters of Sex," "The Big C." Training: IATT at Harvard University (MFA).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Mrs. Antrobus

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
The Acting Company Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Betty Shabazz

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Coretta Scott King

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2013
Lady Capulet

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company, 2012
Berniece

[Off-Broadway]
Theatre For A New Audience Production, 2011
Lady Macduff/Gentlewoman

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2010
Rose (Standby)

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2009
Cali Hogan

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Vera

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Roxy

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Widow


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award

Roslyn Ruff, X: Or, Betty Shabazz v. The Nation

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Roslyn Ruff, The Piano Lesson


winner
The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Lead Actress

Roslyn Ruff, The Piano Lesson


winner
Obie Awards - 2007 - Performance

Roslyn Ruff, Seven Guitars


winner
Obie Awards - 2007 - Performance

Roslyn Ruff, Seven Guitars

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News


Soho Rep Will Pay Tribute to Walkerspace With SOHO REP IS NOT A BUILDING. SOHO REP HAD A BUILDING…
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Walkerspace (1991-2024), Soho Rep’s 65-seat venue at 46 Walker Street, will be laid to rest this January 2025. Celebrate the space with an special tribute event this week.
The Acting Company Announces Casting For SPELL #7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2024

The Acting Company revealed the cast for SPELL #7, featuring a dynamic ensemble of actors. The production is set to bring Ntozake Shange's work to life, exploring themes of identity and culture.
Rachel Brosnahan & David Corenswet To Star In HOLIDAY One-Night-Only Benefit Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024

Rachel Brosnahan and David Corenswet will perform in a one-night-only benefit reading of HOLIDAY for The Acting Company on October 6.
Margaret Cho, Amber Ruffin & More to be Featured in New York Stage and Film 2024 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2024

New York Stage and Film has revealed additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, kicking off this July in Poughkeepsie, NY. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: The Acting Company Hosts Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2024

Last night, The Acting Company awarded Stephen McKinley Henderson the John Houseman Award Honor, and William H. Wright II the Joan M. Warburg Award Honor, as part of The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala. See photos from the evening below!
Julie White, Abby Mueller & More to Join The Acting Company Gala Honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024

Tony Award winner Julie White will host The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala honoring Stephen McKinley Henderson. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Ebony Repertory Theatre Presents Zora Howard's STEW
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2024

Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard’s STEW as its first production of 2024. See photos of the production.
John Douglas Thompson & Nicole Ari Parker to Lead Red Bull Theater's ANTONY & CLEOPATRA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024

RED BULL THEATER has revealed updated casting for the next offering of a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings: Antony & Cleopatra by William Shakespeare. See who is starring!
Ebony Repertory Theatre Performs Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024

Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard’s STEW as its first production of 2024. 
Ebony Repertory Theatre to Present Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW Beginning in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024

Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW as its first production of 2024. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Acting Company Will Honor Stephen McKinley Henderson at 'Fantastic Journeys' Gala
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024

The Acting Company has announced that Stephen McKinley Henderson will receive the John Houseman Award Honor, and William H. Wright II will receive the Joan M. Warburg Award Honor, as part of The Acting Company’s “Fantastic Journeys” Gala.
Daphne Rubin-Vega, Kara Young, Reynaldo Piniella & More to Star in HAMLET Reading at The Acting Company 
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024

The Acting Company has revealed the cast for their reading of Hamlet. See the full cast and learn how to purchase tickets!
The Acting Company to Present Annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023

The Acting Company will present their annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series, featuring a trio of unique Shakespeare interpretations. Get all the details about this exciting event in New York City.
Review: STEW at Pasadena Playhouse
by Evan Henerson - Aug 1, 2023

STEW – a Pulitzer Prize finalist - is a lot more complicated than it presents. You might have questions about what has transpired. But a bit of ambiguity is a good thing especially when you have actors like Roslyn Ruff, Samantha Miller, Jasmine Ashanti and especially LisaGay Hamilton to muddy the creative waters.
Full Cast & Creative Team Unveiled for The Acting Company's World Premiere of Lisa Peterson's ODYSSEY 
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2023

The Acting Company has revealed the full cast and creative team for Lisa Peterson's world premiere of ODYSSEY. Get all the details and book your tickets now.
Interview: LisaGay Hamilton Cooks Up a Tasty STEW at the Pasadena Playhouse
by Gil Kaan - Jul 20, 2023

Just opened at the Pasadena Playhouse, recently crowned recipient of the 2023 Regional Tony Award, the Los Angeles premiere of Pulitzer Prize-finalist Zora Howard’s Stew. Tyler Thomas directs the cast of LisaGay Hamilton, Roslyn Ruff, Jasmine Ashanti and Samantha Miller. LisaGay graciously found some time after the opening to answer a few of my queries.
Introducing the Cast and Creative Team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2023

Get an exclusive look at the star-studded cast and talented creative team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company. Meet the actors and creatives bringing this epic story to life in a captivating stage adaptation. Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness their incredible talents in action.
LisaGay Hamilton, Roslyn Ruff & More to Star in STEW at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2023

The Los Angeles premiere of Stew by Pulitzer Prize-finalist Zora Howard will be presented at Pasadena Playhouse, the recipient of the 2023 Regional Tony Award.
Billy Crystal in Conversation with Bette Midler, Kristin Chenoweth and More Upcoming at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023

May/June Theater Talks at 92NY will feature Billy Crystal With Bette Midler, Kristin Chenoweth in a Celebration of Peggy Lee and more. 
Tatiana Wechsler, Kaliswa Brewster & More to Star in THREE SISTERS AFTER CHEKHOV Reading at The Acting Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023

The Acting Company has announced the complete cast for the reading of Mustapha Matura's new play Three Sisters After Chekhov. This is a part of the Reading Series in honor of The Acting Company's 50th anniversary. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Roslyn Ruff been in?

Roslyn Ruff has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Roslyn Ruff been in?

Roslyn Ruff has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Roslyn Ruff been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for X: Or, Betty Shabazz v. The Nation, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Piano Lesson, Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for The Piano Lesson, Performance (Obie Awards) for Seven Guitars and Performance (Obie Awards) for Seven Guitars.

What awards has Roslyn Ruff won?

Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for The Piano Lesson; Performance (Obie Awards) for Seven Guitars; Performance (Obie Awards) for Seven Guitars.

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