Katharine Hepburn

Also Credited As: Katherine Burns

Date of Death: June 29, 2003 (96)

Birth Place: Hartford, CT, USA

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Katharine Hepburn STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1981
Margaret Mary Elderdice

[Broadway]
1976
Mrs. Basil

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1971
Coco Chanel

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1969
Coco Chanel

[Broadway]
1952
The Lady

[Broadway]
1950
Rosalind

[Broadway]
1942
Jamie Coe Rowan

[Broadway]
1939
Tracy Samatha Lord

[Broadway]
1933
Stella Surrege

[Broadway]
1932
Antiope

[Broadway]
1930
Judy Bottle

[Broadway]
1928
Veronica Sims


Katharine Hepburn Movies

[1932]A Bill of Divorcement Sidney

[1933]Christopher Strong Lady Cynthia Darrington

[1933]Little Women Jo March

[1933]Morning Glory Eva Lovelace

[1934]Spitfire Trigger Hicks

[1934]The Little Minister Babbie

[1935]Alice Adams Alice Adams

[1935]Break of Hearts Constance Dane Roberti

[1935]Sylvia Scarlett Sylvia Scarlett a.k.a. Sylvester

[1936]Mary of Scotland Mary Stuart

[1936]A Woman Rebels Pamela Thistlewaite

[1937]Quality Street Phoebe Throssel

[1937]Stage Door Terry Randall

[1938]Bringing Up Baby Susan Vance

[1938]Holiday Linda Seton

[1940]The Philadelphia Story Tracy Samantha Lord

[1942]Keeper of the Flame Christine Forrest

[1942]Woman of the Year Tess Harding

[1943]Stage Door Canteen Katharine Hepburn

[1944]Dragon Seed Jade Tan

[1945]Without Love Jamie Rowan

[1946]Undercurrent Ann Hamilton

[1947]The Sea of Grass Lutie Cameron Brewton

[1947]Song of Love Clara Wieck Schumann

[1948]State of the Union Mary Matthews

[1949]Adam's Rib Amanda Bonner

[1951]The African Queen Rose Sayer

[1952]Pat and Mike Pat Pemberton

[1955]Summertime Jane Hudson

[1956]The Iron Petticoat Captain Vinka Kovalenko

[1956]The Rainmaker Lizzie Curry

[1957]Desk Set Bunny Watson

[1959]Suddenly, Last Summer Mrs. Venable

[1962]Long Day's Journey Into Night Mary Tyrone

[1967]Guess Who's Coming to Dinner Christina Drayton

[1968]The Lion in Winter Eleanor of Aquitaine

[1969]The Madwoman of Chaillot Countess Aurelia - the Madwoman of Chaillot

[1971]The Trojan Women Hecuba

[1973]A Delicate Balance Agnes

[1975]Rooster Cogburn Eula

[1978]Olly, Olly, Oxen Free Miss Pudd

[1981]On Golden Pond Ethel Thayer

[1984]Grace Quigley Grace Quigley

[1994]Love Affair Ginny

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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.

ON GOLDEN POND to Replace GRAND HOTEL in MainStage Irving-Las Colinas 24-25 Lineup

MainStage Irving-Las Colinas has revealed a change to the 2024-25 season. Grand Hotel will be replaced with Ernest Thompson's touching On Golden Pond. Learn more about the season!

Review: WOMAN OF THE YEAR at Théâtre Firmin Gémier

Finally, this Kander and Ebb masterpiece has been done in France, with French dialogue and lyrics to boot

Review: BRITISH ICONS at San Francisco Ballet

What did our critic think of BRITISH ICONS at San Francisco Ballet? BroadwayWorld reviews San Francisco Ballet's 'British Icons,' an immensely rewarding program running through February 15th

On The Verge Theatre Announces Extension of TEA AT FIVE

On the Verge Theatre has announced an extension of the highly-acclaimed production, 'Tea at Five.' Originally scheduled to conclude in December 2023, this one-woman show will now continue its enchanting run from January 13th to January 28th, 2024, due to overwhelming demand.

Stephen Sondheim's Manhattan Townhouse Sells To Fan For $7M

Stephen Sondheim's Manhattan home has been sold to a Sondheim fan!

Princess Diana Engagement Photo, Audrey Hepburn's CHARADE Coat, and More Heading to Julien's Auctions

Find out what's headed to auction with “JULIEN'S AUCTIONS AND TCM PRESENT: HOLLYWOOD LEGENDS” taking place Thursday, December 14th, Friday, December 15th, Saturday, December 16th and Sunday, December 17th in Beverly Hills and online here!

Castle Craig Players Revive Raunchy Seuss Parody WHO'S HOLIDAY!

Don't miss the raunchy one-woman parody 'WHO'S HOLIDAY!' at Castle Craig Players. Follow the bizarre journey of Cindy Lou Who, now bitter and living in a trailer home. A must-see for mischievous adult theater-goers this holiday season!

LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Extends at El Portal Theatre

Love Among the Ruins has been extended on additional week.  Learn more about how to get tickets to the new shows here!

Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Is Today - Full Guide!

Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will allow theatre lovers to discover theatrical treasures, attend starry meet-and-greets, and place their bids at unique auction experiences this Sunday. Get a rundown of all of the event information here!

Which Actors Have Played Their Own Family Members on Broadway?

This time, the reader question was: In The Shark is Broken, Ian Shaw portrays his father Robert Shaw on stage. Have other actors played their real-life family members on Broadway or off-Broadway?

Interview: A Most Amiable Joint Effort of James G. Hirsch & Robert A. Papazian to Create LOVE AMONG THE RUINS

James G. Hirsch & Robert A. Papazian’s Love Among the Ruins begins its limited engagement at the El Portal Theatre October 8, 2023 (with previews starting October 6th). Michael Arabian directs the stellar cast of JoBeth Williams and Peter Strauss. After decades in successful careers in television, Love Among the Ruins marks James and Robert’s initial foray into theatre.

ALADDIN, HAMILTON, HADESTOWN & More Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return to the heart of New York City’s Theater District on Sunday, October 1, 2023, and has added more tables from beloved Broadway shows and extraordinary auction lots.

Hello, Gorgeous: FUNNY GIRL is Produced for the First Time in Brazil

Funny Girl gets a Brazilian production directed by Barchilon, starring Giulia Nadruz and Eriberto Leao as protagonists. With score by J. Styne, and lyrics by B. Merrill, the semi-biographical plot is based on the life and career of comedian and Broadway star Fanny Brice, featuring her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein.

Everything to Know About the 2023 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

It’s time to visit your Broadway happy place. The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return to the heart of New York City’s Theater District with unique collectables, unparalleled experiences and celebrated stars on Sunday, October 1, 2023.

Video: Joan Osborne Releases Video For 'Great American Cities'

Celebrated artist Joan Osborne is sharing the video for her compelling song “Great American Cities.” With an appreciation for major metropolitan centers, the video finds Osborne dancing in front of an American flag while highlighting the creativity, connectivity and joy found in our nation’s inspired meccas. Watch the new music video now!

EDINBURGH 2023: Review: HOLLYWOODN'T, Gilded Balloon Teviot

Directed by Elizabeth Kaye Sortun, while it offers a look at the complexities of toxic dynamics, coercion, consent, and control, it doesn’t truly achieve its goal. Verlo’s past is colourful and intriguing, but this isn’t the production that makes it shine. It lacks the aplomb that inspires reflection and change, settling on underwhelming attempts at cheap laughs.

Journalist & Biographer Stephen M. Silverman Has Passed Away

Remembering Stephen M. Silverman, a prolific biographer, journalist, editor, and historian of popular culture. Explore his remarkable legacy and the impact he had on our understanding of the entertainment world.

Photos/Video: Go Inside Stephen Sondheim's $7M Manhattan Townhouse

Stephen Sondheim's Manhattan home is now for sale. The 7 bedroom, 3 bath townhouse in East Midtown has been listed by Michael J. Franco at Compass for $7M. 

Pre-Show Seminar On Noël Coward With Dr. Christopher Chan Announced At Peninsula Players Theatre, July 22

Dr. Christopher Chan will host a free pre-show seminar Saturday, July 22 at 6:30 p.m., at Peninsula Players before the 8:00 p.m. performance of the Noël Coward's “Blithe Spirit.” 

Katharine Hepburn FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Katharine Hepburn has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

Katharine Hepburn has not appeared in the West End

Katharine Hepburn has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for the Tony Awards in the category of Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for her performance in "The West Side Waltz." She was also nominated for the Tony Awards in the category of Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her role in "Coco." These nominations highlight her exceptional talent and recognition in both plays and musicals.

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