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Wiest has twice won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, for the Woody Allen films Hannah and Her Sisters (1986) and Bullets over Broadway (1994), and appeared in three other films by Allen; The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985), Radio Days (1987), and September (1987). She also received an Academy Award nomination for Parenthood (1989), and won a Golden Globe Award for Bullets over Broadway.
Wiest's other film appearances include Footloose (1984), The Lost Boys (1987), Bright Lights, Big City (1988), Edward Scissorhands (1990), Little Man Tate (1991), The Birdcage (1996), Practical Magic (1998), Dan in Real Life (2007), Synecdoche, New York (2008), Rabbit Hole (2010), and Sisters (2015). She won the 1997 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for Road to Avonlea, and the 2008 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for In Treatment (2008–09). Her other television credits include Law & Order (2000–02), and the CBS comedy series Life in Pieces (2015–2019). Wiest can most recently be seen in the 2021 release of a dark action thriller, I Care a Lot starring opposite Rosamund Pike.

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Dianne Wiest STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Vineyard Theatre Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Meryl

[Off-Broadway]
The New Group Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Ileen

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2011
Ranevskaya

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2008
Kate Keller

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Arkadina

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Laurie Jameson

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Maggie

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Herodias

[Off-Broadway]
1997
Mrs Darcy Snelgrave

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Rosa

[Broadway]
1993
Gertrude Eastman Cuevas

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Dianne

[Off-Broadway]
1987
She

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Maggie

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1982
Masha

[Broadway]
1982
Prudence

[Broadway]
1982
Desdemona

[Broadway]
1981
Elizabeth Lavenza

[Off-Broadway]
1980
Nicole

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Elizabeth Barrow Colt

[Off-Broadway]
1978
Elizabeth Sorrow/ Tink Solheim

[Off-Broadway]
1977
Cassandra

[Broadway]
1970
Penelope Ryan (Understudy)

Mildred (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
1970
Penelope/Mildred (Understudy)

Dianne Wiest Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 1985]
Director

Dianne Wiest Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award

Dianne WiestHappy Days

The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress

Dianne Wiest, Third

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Dianne Wiest, Other Places

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Dianne Wiest, Serenading Louie


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Obie Awards - 1984 - Performance

Dianne WiestSerendaring Louie


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Obie Awards - 1984 - Performance

Dianne Wiest, Other Places

Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining


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Obie Awards - 1980 - Performance

Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining


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Theatre World Awards - 1980 - Performance

Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining

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Dianne Wiest News


24 Theater Books for Your Spring 2024 Reading List


Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, 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 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.

Pittsburgh Public Theater to Present Global Livestream Of DRAGON LADY


Pittsburgh Public Theater's newest venture is a first in the organization's nearly 50-year history as it will live stream select performances of a mainstage production. See where and when to watch performances of Dragon Lady.

Vineyard Theatre Appoints New Members to Board of Directors


Discover the latest updates from the Vineyard Theatre as they reveal new additions to their Board of Directors. Get all the details on who will be joining the prestigious board.

FOOTLOOSE Debuts On 4K Ultra HD In Celebration Of The Film's 40th Anniversary


The film features an exceptional supporting cast, including Lori Singer, Dianne Wiest, John Lithgow, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Chris Penn, along with a sensational soundtrack featuring Kenny Loggins, Shalamar, Deniece Williams, Bonnie Tyler, Quiet Riot, John Mellencamp, Foreigner, and more.

Broadway Buying Guide: December 11, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 11, 2023.

TFANA to Present Final Extension Of WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Michael Shannon & More


THEATRE FOR A NEW AUDIENCE announces final extension of Samuel Beckett's 'Waiting for Godot' starring Michael Shannon and Paul Sparks. Don't miss this critically acclaimed production running through December 23.

Broadway Buying Guide: December 4, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, December 4, 2023.

Vineyard Theatre Partners With The League Of Livestream Theater For WorldWide Live Stream Of John J. Caswell, Jr.'s SCENE PARTNERS


Sarah Stern, Artistic Director and Suzanne Appel, Managing Director of Vineyard Theatre, have announced that, in partnership with The League Of Live Stream Theater (LOLST), the final four performances of Scene Partners will be streamed worldwide on December 15 at 7:00 PM ET, December 16 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM ET and December 17 at 2:00 PM ET.

WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks & More Extended at TFANA


Theatre for a New Audience, responding to demand, will present a two-week extension of its production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by Arin Arbus. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Josh Hamilton Jars Dianne Wiest's Memory Bank in SCENE PARTNERS


The Broadway veteran plays an assortment of characters in the realty-bending play written by John J. Caswell Jr.

Broadway Buying Guide: November 20, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 20, 2023.

Review Roundup: SCENE PARTNERS, Starring Dianne Wiest


Vineyard Theatre just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of Scene Partners by John J. Caswell, Jr., directed by Tony Award winner Rachel Chavkin. Let see what the critics had to say!

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of SCENE PARTNERS at The Vineyard Theatre Starring Dianne Wiest and More!


Vineyard Theatre's world premiere of Scene Partners by John J. Caswell, Jr. (Wet Brain), directed by Tony Award winner Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown) opened on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, and Broadway World was there to capture the festivities. Check out photos here!

Vineyard Theatre Reveals 2023-24 Award Recipients


This year, the Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, Susan Stroman Directing Award and Colman Domingo Award will be given during the company's annual Emerging Artists Celebration, to be held on Friday, December 1 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at the National Arts Club.

Broadway Buying Guide: November 6, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, November 6, 2023.

SCENE PARTNERS Extended for Two Weeks at Vineyard Theatre


Vineyard Theatre will present a two-week extension for the world premiere of Scene Partners by John J. Caswell, Jr. (Wet Brain), directed by Tony Award winner Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown).

Broadway Buying Guide: October 30, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 23, 2023.

LEMPICKA Will Open On Broadway Spring 2024


Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, will open on Broadway this spring at the Longacre Theatre (220 W 48th St). Eden Espinosa, who originated the titular role in critically acclaimed performances at Williamstown Theatre Festival and La Jolla Playhouse, will star in the production.

Playwrights' Theatre Of East Hampton to Present Concert Staging Of A MILONGA FOR GABRIEL ISSACS


Join in for a concert staging of the new comedy with music 'A Milonga for Gabriel Issacs' on October 21 at 7:30 p.m. Written by John McCaffrey and Mark Singer, directed by Paul Lincoln, and featuring music by The Oscar Feldman Trio and live tango by Sandra Antognazzi. Tickets available online.

DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS, HELL'S KITCHEN & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for October


What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this October is a campy, sexy twist on a classic story, a world premiere musical, and more. 

Dianne Wiest FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Dianne Wiest been in?

Dianne Wiest has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Dianne Wiest been in?

Dianne Wiest has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Dianne Wiest been nominated for?

Dianne Wiest has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Happy Days," Outstanding Lead Actress at The Lortels for "Third," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for both "Other Places" and "Serenading Louie." She also received Performance awards at the Obie Awards for both "Serenading Louie" and "Other Places." Additionally, she was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Art of Dining" and received Performance awards at the Obie Awards and Theatre World Awards for her work in the same production.

What awards has Dianne Wiest won?

Dianne Wiest has won several awards for her performances: Obie Awards for "Serendipity Louie," "Other Places," and "The Art of Dining," as well as a Theatre World Award for "The Art of Dining."

What is Dianne Wiest next theatre project?

Dianne Wiest's next show will be Scene Partners which opens on 11/12/2023 on Off-Broadway.

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