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Ana Gasteyer

Birth Place: Washington, DC, USA

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Gasteyer developed comedy experience with the Los Angeles improv – sketch comedy group The Groundlings. She played small roles on Seinfeld (as a doomed customer of The Soup Nazi), as well as on the shows Party of Five, Frasier, Hope & Gloria and NYPD Blue. In 1996, Gasteyer joined the cast of Saturday Night Live. Among her most popular characters were high school music teacher Bobbie Mohan-Culp, National Public Radio Delicious Dish host Margaret Jo McCullen, Lilith Festival feminist singer Cinder Calhoun, and her impressions of Martha Stewart and Celine Dion. In 2000, she and Chris Parnell auditioned to succeed Colin Quinn as co-anchors of the news parody segment Weekend Update, but the positions ultimately went to Tina Fey and Jimmy Fallon.


After six seasons, Gasteyer left SNL in 2002. Subsequently, she appeared in various television programs, films and stage productions. In 2004, Gasteyer played the mother of the main character Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) in the feature film Mean Girls, written by SNL castmate Tina Fey. The film also featured other former SNL castmates, including Fey, Tim Meadows, and Amy Poehler. She also appeared in the 2005 Showtime movie musical Reefer Madness as Mae, the doomed girlfriend of Jack and owner of the Reefer Den.
Gasteyer starred in a revival of The Threepenny Opera on Broadway as Mrs. Peachum, along with Jim Dale, Alan Cumming, and Cyndi Lauper. The production ran from March 24 through June 25, 2006.
On June 24, 2005, Gasteyer originated the role of Elphaba in the Chicago sit-down production of the musical Wicked. The production opened July 13, 2005. Gasteyer was nominated for a Jefferson Award for her performance. She played her final performance on January 22, 2006, replaced by her standby Kristy Cates. She later reprised the role in the Broadway production from October 10, 2006, through January 7, 2007.
On April 12, 2007, the media announced that Gasteyer had joined the cast of the then new musical, Writing Arthur, for the 2007 New Works Festival for TheatreWorks in California, which ran from April 14 to April 22. Gasteyer performed in Chicago in the Stephen Sondheim musical Passion at Chicago Shakespeare Theater from October 2, 2007 to November 11, 2007.
She was originally cast as Gloria in the Encores! Summer Series production of Damn Yankees, but due to injury during rehearsals, she was replaced by Megan Lawrence. Gasteyer took part in the reading of the Broadway musical version of "The First Wives Club."
She starred as Kitty Dean in the Broadway play, The Royal Family which began performances at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre on September 15, 2009 and officially opened on October 8, 2009. The show concluded its run on December 13, 2009. Gasteyer also starred as Frisco Kate Fothergill in the City Centers Encores! production of Girl Crazy, running from November 19 to November 22, 2009.
She returned to Saturday Night Live for a special Mother's Day episode on May 8, 2010, and for another Mother's Day episode on May 11, 2012.
Gasteyer appeared in season eight of Curb Your Enthusiasm as Larry David's girlfriend.
From 2011 to 2014, Gasteyer co-starred as Sheila Shay on the ABC comedy series Suburgatory, and as of March 2013, she was a spokeswoman for the Weight Watchers diet plan. Other television credits include Loot, American Auto, A Christmas Story Live!, Grease Live!, Lady Dynamite, and The Goldbergs.
In 2014, taking advantage of her training as a singer, Gasteyer recorded and released I'm Hip, an album of jazz standards. "One Mint Julep" was one of the selections it included.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Queen Aggravain

[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Production, 2018
Miss Hannigan

[Motion Picture]
FOX Live Televised Production, 2017
Mrs. Schwartz

[Motion Picture]
FOX Live Televised Production, 2016
Principal McGee

[New York]
City Center Encores! Off-Center Production, 2015
Mimi Schwinn

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Revival, 2009
Kitty Dean

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2006
Mrs. Peachum

[Chicago]
Chicago Production, 2005
Elphaba

[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Revival, 2004
Portia

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Performer

Other Roles

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Virginia

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Elphaba [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Debra

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2002
Fanny Brice

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Usherette [Replacement]

Columbia [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]

Performer [Replacement]


Movies

Courting Courtney
[ 1997 ] Rosemary Colletti
Meet the Deedles
[ 1998 ] Mel
Dick
[ 1999 ] Rose Mary Woods
Woman on Top
[ 2000 ] Claudia Hunter
What Women Want
[ 2000 ] Sue Cranston
What's the Worst That Could Happen?
[ 2001 ] Ann Marie
Mean Girls
[ 2004 ] Cady's Mom
Finn on the Fly
[ 2008 ] Dr. Madsen
The Women
[ 2008 ] Pat
Dare
[ 2009 ] Ruth Berger
Fully Loaded
[ 2011 ] Jane
Fun Size
[ 2012 ] Jackie
That's My Boy
[ 2012 ] Mrs. Ravensdale
Robot & Frank
[ 2012 ] Shop Lady
Peeples
[ 2013 ] Mayor Hodge
Rapture-Palooza
[ 2013 ] Mrs. Lewis
Geography Club
[ 2013 ] Mrs. Toles
Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2
[ 2015 ] Mrs. Gundermutt
Wine Country
[ 2019 ] Catherine
Adam
[ 2019 ] Mom
Happiest Season
[ 2020 ] Harry Levin

TV Shows

American Auto
Katherine Hastings
At Home with Amy Sedaris
Colleen, Darlene Cornish
Great News
Kelly
Lady Dynamite
Karen Grisham
People of Earth
Gina Morrison
Suburgatory
Sheila Shay
The Goldbergs
Miss Cinoman, Susan Cinoman
The Good Wife
Judge Patrice Lessner
The Lion Guard
Reirei

Videos

News


SF SKETCHFEST Announces Additions To 2025 Comedy Festival In San Francisco

SF Sketchfest has announced additions to the 2025 festival taking place January 16-February 2 in venues across San Francisco.
Ana Gasteyer's SUGAR AND BOOZE Announced At Wharton Center

Ana Gasteyer brings her holiday show SUGAR AND BOOZE to Wharton Center on December 15, 2024, featuring festive songs and comedy. Enjoy an evening of holiday cheer with the former SNL star.
Cynthia Erivo, Alan Cumming, & More Join Disney Jr. Series ROBOGOBO

Broadway stars Cynthia Erivo, Alan Cumming, Ana Gasteyer, and more are all lending their voices to the latest Disney Jr. series RoboGobo.
Photos: Anne Hathaway, Billy Porter & More at BROADWAY RALLIES FOR KAMALA!

On Monday, October 14, Broadway for Harris presented Broadway Rallies for Kamala!, a special event in New York City to mobilize audience members and remote viewers across the country to get involved in supporting Kamala Harris. See photos!
Video: SUFFS Performs 'Keep Marching' At BROADWAY RALLIES FOR KAMALA

Broadway and Hollywood talent gathered for Broadway Rallies for Kamala. A-list talent turned out for the big night including the cast of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, SUFFS. Watch as the show's creator, composer, and star, Shaina Taub performs, 'Keep Marching' with the show's all-female cast. See the video!
Video: Anne Hathaway Rocks BROADWAY RALLIES FOR KAMALA With A Queen Classic

Tonight, Broadway and Hollywood talent gathered for Broadway Rallies for Kamala. Award-winning stage and screen star Anne Hathaway, who rocked the vote with a cover of Queen's classic song, 'Somebody to Love'. Watch the video!
Video: Schele Williams Talks BROADWAY RALLIES FOR KAMALA

Broadway and Hollywood’s best gathered for Broadway Rallies for Kamala, a special event in New York City. We spoke to the event's director Schele Williams about the event and the dial-a-thon that has made one million phone calls for the Harris campaign.
Idina Menzel Joins Dial-A-Thon in Support of Kamala Harris

Broadway for Harris has announced additional stars for its two mobilization events taking place today, Monday, October 14th.  Star of stage and screen Idina Menzel has joined the lineup for Kamala Dial-A-Thon, a virtual phone bank from 12-6pm ET.
Ana Gasteyer to Join TDF's Fall Fundraiser BROADWAY BREAKFAST At City Winery

Stage and screen star Ana Gasteyer has joined the lineup for its annual fall fundraiser, Broadway Breakfast, to be held at City Winery New York City. The event will feature Laura Benanti, and more. See how to purchase tickets.
Broadway Stars Will Unite for Broadway Rallies for Kamala

On Monday, October 14th, Broadway and Hollywood’s best will gather for Broadway Rallies for Kamala, a special event in New York City to mobilize audience members and remote viewers across the country to get involved in supporting Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the final weeks leading up to Election Day, November 5th. Watch here!
Photos: David Harbour, Cecily Strong, Ariana DeBose & More at A is For BAfA Event

A is For held their Broadway Acts for Abortion (BAfA) benefit on Sunday night in New York and the stars came out in full force to perform, donate their time and their own money to a raise money for reproductive rights and abortion access. See photos!
Ariana DeBose, Cecily Strong & More to Join BROADWAY ACTS FOR ABORTION at 54 Below

Ariana DeBose, Cecily Strong, Shoshana Bean, J. Harrison Ghee, David Harbour, Peppermint, and more will join A is For’s Broadway Acts for Abortion at 54 Below.
Photos/Video: 2024 BROADWAY FLEA MARKET Raises $1,421,675

Thousands of Broadway fans, countless theatrical treasures and dozens of Broadway stars lit up New York City’s Theater District - and ushered in a record-breaking fundraising total - when the Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returned Sunday, September 22, 2024. Check out photos and video from the event!
Natalie Joy Johnson to Return to The Green Room 42 in October

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Natalie Joy Johnson in October. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Ana Gasteyer, Norbert Leo Butz & More to Join Broadway Votes & Joy To The Polls Concert

Broadway Votes will collaborate with Joy To The Polls to host a free concert. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 9, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 9, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend. 
Video: Ana Gasteyer Reveals Pre-Show Ritual for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Broadway star and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer stopped by Late Night with Seth Meyers on Thursday to discuss her role as Queen Aggravain in the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, which is currently running on Broadway. Watch the interview now!
LIVE WITH KELLY AND MARK Kicks Off Season 37 Next Week

This September, Live With Kelly and Mark will continue to deliver its one of kind, award-winning laughter and love with a star-studded lineup of celebrity guests including Ryan Seacrest and Vanna White, Taraji P. Henson, David Muir, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Colin Farrell, Eva Mendes, Demi Moore, Laverne Cox, Derek Hough, Edie Falco, Elizabeth Olsen and more.
Video: Ana Gasteyer Discusses the Delights of 'Playing Mean' Opposite Sutton Foster

Broadway star and SNL alum Ana Gasteyer recently stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the new production of Once Upon a Mattress, which is currently running on Broadway. The actress recalled joining the production because she knew it would be a 'guaranteed joyride.' Watch the interview!
Video: Sutton Foster Sings 'Shy' in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS

Watch a clip of Sutton Foster singing 'Shy' in Once Upon a Mattress. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ana Gasteyer been in?

Ana Gasteyer has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Ana Gasteyer been in?

Ana Gasteyer has not appeared in the West End.

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