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Gertrude Lawrence

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1951
Anna Leonowens

[Broadway]
1945
Eliza Doolittle

[Broadway]
1943
Susan Trexel

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 1943
Liza Elliott, Liza Elliott

[Broadway]
1942
Performer

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 1941
Liza Elliott

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1941
Liza Elliott, Liza Elliott

[Broadway]
1939
Lydia Kenyon

[Broadway]
1937
Susan Trexel

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1931
Amanda Prynne

[Broadway]
1930
Performer

[Broadway]
1929
Marie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1928
Ann Wainwright

[West End]
London Production, 1927
Kay Jones

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1926
Kay, Kay Jones

[Broadway]
1925
"Russian Blues" Performer, "Let's All Go Raving Mad" Performer, "How D'You Do?" Performer, "Carrie!" Performer, "A Cup of Coffee" Performer, Daisy, Fabia, Baby Girl

[Broadway]
1926 Edition, 1925
Performer

[Broadway]
1924
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1921
Performer

Movies

Battle of Paris
[ 1929 ] Georgie
Lord Camber's Ladies
[ 1932 ] Lady Camber
Aren't We All?
[ 1932 ] Margot
No Funny Business
[ 1933 ] Yvonne
Mimi
[ 1935 ] Mimi
Men Are Not Gods
[ 1936 ] Barbara Halford
Rembrandt
[ 1936 ] Geertje Dirx
The Glass Menagerie
[ 1950 ] Amanda Wingfield

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 1952 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Gertrude Lawrence, The King and I

News


El Capitan Theatre To Celebrate Centennial with Disney's THE ROCKETEER
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 16, 2026

Returning to celebrate the Centennial of the El Capitan Theatre, Disney’s home on Hollywood Boulevard, is Disney’s “The Rocketeer.' Before the movie, guests can enjoy a Q&A with Director Joe Johnston and Executive Producer Larry Franko.
The El Capitan Theatre Sets Plans for 100th Anniversary of Historic Cinema
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2026

The El Capitan Theatre, Disney’s home on Hollywood Boulevard, will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this month. To mark the occasion, a new archival display will be featured inside the theatre along with a new curtain show, soundtrack, and more.
4000 MILES, PRIVATE LIVES, and More Set For Scripps Ranch Theatre's Season 47
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2026

Scripps Ranch Theatre announced its 47th season, with Artistic Director Jill Drexler marking 25 years leading the San Diego company. The lineup includes THEATRE PEOPLE OR THE ANGEL NEXT DOOR, 4000 MILES, and PRIVATE LIVES.
Review: NOEL COWARD'S PRIVATE LIVES at BrightSide Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo - Apr 18, 2026

What did our critic think of NOEL COWARD'S PRIVATE LIVES at BrightSide Theatre?
All-American Cast Will Lead OPERATION MINCEMEAT on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

Tony and Olivier Award-winning Operation Mincemeat announced that an all-American cast will lead the British-made musical for the first time ever. Learn more and meet the cast here!
Photos: STROKE OF GENIUS: HIRSCHFELD AT THE ALGONQUIN Opens in the Oak Room
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 9, 2025

“Strokes of Genius: Hirschfeld at the Algonquin” will be on exhibition in the hotel’s legendary Oak Room, September 9 – 20, daily from noon – 7PM. BroadwayWorld got a preview of the exhibit and you can check out photos here!
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation to Launch New Book and New Exhibition of Al Hirschfeld Artwork
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2025

The Al Hirschfeld Foundation will launch a new book, and a new exhibition of Al Hirschfeld artwork; Hirschfeld’s Sondheim. Learn more about the book here!
STROKES OF GENIUS: HIRSCHFELD AT THE ALGONQUIN Set for September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025

The Al Hirschfeld Foundation will join forces with Helicline Fine Art and The Algonquin Hotel, Autograph Collection for a new exhibition of artwork by the legendary artist Al Hirschfeld. Learn more!
Review: THE NANCE Kills at Elmwood Playhouse
by Bruce Apar - May 22, 2025

This is a colorful, nimble tapestry textured with high-stakes pathos alternating with low humor, weaving a spell of superior and highly original stage entertainment. 
Meet the Cast of DEAD OUTLAW, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2025

Broadway performances are now underway for Dead Outlaw, written by Itamar Moses, featuring music and lyrics from David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, and directed by David Cromer. Meet the cast of Dead Outlaw!
PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward is Coming to Broadway in 2026-2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

A new production of PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward will be presented on Broadway in the 2026-2027 season. Learn more about PRIVATE LIVES and about the upcoming production.
Joan Rivers Play, COME FROM AWAY, ANASTASIA & More Set for Cape Playhouse 2025 Summer Season
by Joshua Wright - Feb 18, 2025

Discover the Cape Playhouse's 2025 'Season of Hope,' featuring productions like BUDDY, RENT, ANASTASIA, and more. The season will run June 4 to September 20 at the historic Cape Playhouse in Dennis, MA.
Broadway League Steps Back from Light-Dimming Announcements Following Backlash
by Joshua Wright - Nov 4, 2024

The Broadway League will no longer be involved in announcing the traditional dimming of marquee lights that honors the memories of deceased performers, writers, and other influential figures in the Broadway community.
Review: COWARDY, COWARDY CUSTARD at The Arch, Holden Street Theatres
by Barry Lenny - May 17, 2024

What did our critic think of COWARDY, COWARDY, CUSTARD at The Arch, Holden Street Theatres?
PIPPIN Comes to Eventide Theatre Company This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024

Eventide Theatre Company will present the fantastical musical Pippin. Directed by ETC Executive Artistic Director, Donna Wresinksi, this production will grace the Gertrude Lawrence stage at the Historic Dennis Union Church from April 25th-May 12th. 
Eventide Theatre Company Presents Nöel Coward's BLITHE SPIRIT An Improbable Farce In Three Acts
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 18, 2024

Eventide Theatre Company will present Nöel Coward's timeless classic, 'Blithe Spirit,' that promises an evening of laughter, mystique, and high spirits. Directed by ETC Board Member, Lynne Johnson, this production will grace the Gertrude Lawrence stage at the Historic Dennis Union Church from February 1st through February 11th.
PRIVATE LIVES Comes to Marco Island in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2023

Private Lives by Nöel Coward comes to Marco Island Center For the Arts in January 2024. Performances run January 3-21, 2024. Learn more about the production here!
Tracee Chimo Pallero, Santino Fontana, Morgan Spector and Jason Butler Harner Join Roundabout's FALLEN ANGELS Benefit Reading
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 17, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced additional casting for the special Benefit Reading of Noël Coward’s Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis. Check out who will join previously announced Kelli O'Hara and Rose Byrne.
MOBY DICK, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and More Set For Wilton's Music Hall 2024 Spring Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023

Wilton’s Music Hall has announced its 2024 spring season, following on from a stellar year of world class theatre and music productions spanning every genre from musicals to opera to cabaret. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
Review: PRIVATE LIVES, Ambassadors Theatre
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 14, 2023

A still very debonair Nigel Havers as dashing Elyot, and Patricia Hodge, very much at the top of her game as sensational Amanda – aged 72 and 75 respectively – command the stage of the newly refurbished Ambassadors Theatre.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Gertrude Lawrence been in?

Gertrude Lawrence has appeared on Broadway in 17 shows.

How many West End shows has Gertrude Lawrence been in?

Gertrude Lawrence has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Gertrude Lawrence's first West End show?

Gertrude Lawrence's first West End show was A to Z which opened in 1921

What awards has Gertrude Lawrence been nominated for?

Gertrude Lawrence has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her role in "The King and I".

What awards has Gertrude Lawrence won?

Gertrude Lawrence has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her performance in "The King and I".

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