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Kelly made her Broadway debut as Mrs. Veloz in the 1964 musical Something More!, alongside Barbara Cook. Her other Broadway credits include The Dozens (1969), Paul Sills' Story Theatre (1971), Ovid's Metamorphoses (1971), and Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies (1981).

She appeared on the London stage in Sweet Charity, for which she won the London Variety Award for Best Supporting Actress. She also appeared in the film adaptation of Sweet Charity.

Kelly starred in the record-breaking west coast premiere of Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope at the Mark Taper Forum, and was awarded the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award, Variety, and the first of three NAACP Image Awards.

In addition to the stage, Kelly appeared in many television musical specials, including Sammy and Friends, Quincy Jones' TV tribute to Duke Ellington, We Love You Madly; The Richard Pryor Show; and Gene Kelly's New York, New York. She was co-choreographer of the BBC production of Peter Pan, in which she also performed the role of Tiger-Lily.

Kelly's film credits include Soylent Green; The Spook Who Sat by the Door; The Andromeda Strain; Uptown Saturday Night; Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling; Drop Squad; and Once Upon a Time...When We Were Colored.

On television, Kelly had a recurring role on the first season of the sitcom Night Court, for which she received an Emmy Award nomination. She also guest-starred in a variety of television movies and sitcoms, including Sanford and Son, Kojak, Police Woman, Golden Girls, Good Times, Any Day Now and TV mini-series The Women of Brewster Place. She was nominated for a second Emmy for her role in The Women of Brewster Place.

Paula Kelly STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1982
Featured Performer

[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1978
Regina

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1970
Ensemble [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1969
Performer

[West End]
London Production, 1967
Other Roles

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1964
Mrs. Veloz


Paula Kelly News


Restored SWEET CHARITY Film to Play at the Film Forum in New York


Original Broadway choreographer Fosse transitions from stage to screen in his movie-directing debut, with music and lyrics by Great American Songbook legends Cy Coleman and Dorothy Fields. Shirley MacLaine stars as Charity Hope Valentine – the dancehall hostess with a heart of gold, despite her losing streak in love.

OKLAHOMA! National Tour is Coming to the Ahmanson Theatre in September


Center Theatre Group will present the Los Angeles premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “OKLAHOMA!” directed by Daniel Fish at the Ahmanson Theatre from September 13 through October 16, 2022.

Book Your Virtual Experience With Jelani Remy, Donna Lynne Champlin, Telly Leung & More on BWW Stage Door


BroadwayWorld Stage Door is your one-stop shop for Broadway experiences and training in the comfort of your own home.

Ebony Repertory Theatre Presents BLUES IN THE NIGHT


Ebony Repertory Theatre announces full cast and creative team for BLUES IN THE NIGHT, the Tony and Olivier Award-nominated musical conceived by Sheldon Epps. Presented by Ebony Rep, in association with International City Theatre, ERT's Founder and Producing Artistic Director Wren T. Brown (ERT's Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill) directs this powerful and soulful blues celebration.

Ebony Rep to Present BLUES IN THE NIGHT Starring Vivian Reed


Ebony Repertory Theatre has announced full cast and creative team for BLUES IN THE NIGHT, the Tony and Olivier Award-nominated musical conceived by Sheldon Epps.

VIDEO: Watch the Season Finale of THE CHAOS TWINS


Tune in to watch the Season 1 finale episode of The Chaos Twins with Sasha Hutchings and Nik Walker. What's it all about? 'In a world of extremes, where the divides are deep and the struggles are real, sometimes, the only way back to the calm... is Chaos,' say Sasha and Nik.

VIDEO: Amber Cabral Joins THE CHAOS TWINS - Watch Now!


Tune in today, April 21 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guest is Amber Cabral!

VIDEO: David J. Johns Joins THE CHAOS TWINS - Watch Now!


Tune in today, April 7 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guest is David J. Johns

VIDEO: Celebrate Black Lady Magic on THE CHAOS TWINS - Watch Now!


Black Girl Magic, but make it CHAOS. Malcom X described the black woman as the most disrespected, unprotected and neglected person in America, and yet, black women are surely at the center of much political progress, artistic genius, and family structure throughout history.

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS are Joined by Tory Bullock- Watch Now!


Tune in today, March 10 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guest is Tory Bullock!

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS are Joined by Vasthy Mompoint- Watch Now!


Tune in today, February 24 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guest is the wonderful Vasthy Mompoint!

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS are Joined by James Monroe Iglehart and Rev. Liz Walker


Tune in on Wednesday, February 10 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guests are James Monroe Iglehart and Rev. Liz Walker!

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS Inauguration Special with NYC Mayoral Candidate Dianne Morales- Watch Now!


Tune in today, January 20 (4pm ET) for an Inauguration Day special with NYC Mayoral Candidate Dianne Morales.

VIDEO: Watch a Year-End Special Episode of THE CHAOS TWINS with Nik and Sasha- Watch Now!


Tune in today, December 30 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld or on Facebook Live. This week is a very special year end special with Nik and Sasha!

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS Are Joined by Norm Lewis- Watch Now!


Tune in today, December 8 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guest is Norm Lewis, whose new concert, Christmastime is Here, will be available to stream starting December 17.

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS Are Joined by FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME


Tune in today, November 18 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guests are Tarik Davis, Aneesa Folds, Chris Sullivan, and Anthony Veneziale of Freestyle Love Supreme!

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS Are Joined by Playwright Jocelyn Bioh- Watch Now!


Tune in today, November 4 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guest is playwright Jocelyn Bioh.

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS Are Joined by Ifeoma Ike, Esq. of Pink Cornrows and Black Policy Lab


Tune in today, October 21 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld. This week's special guest is Ifeoma Ike, Esq.- Founder, Pink Cornrows and Black Policy Lab.

VIDEO: Watch a Very Special Episode of THE CHAOS TWINS with Nik and Sasha


Tune in today, September 16 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld or on Facebook Live. This week is a very special episode with Nik and Sasha!

VIDEO: THE CHAOS TWINS Are Joined by Director Schele Williams


Tune in today, September 2 (4pm ET) to watch the next episode right here at BroadwayWorld or on Facebook Live. This week's special guest is director Schele Williams!

Paula Kelly FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Paula Kelly been in?

Paula Kelly has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Paula Kelly been in?

Paula Kelly has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Paula Kelly's first West End show?

Paula Kelly's first West End show was Sweet Charity which opened in 1967

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