Penny Fuller

Birth Place: Durham, NC, USA

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Fuller moved to New York City and made her Broadway debut in The Moon Besieged (1962); she appeared as a replacement in the original productions of Barefoot in the Park (1963) and Cabaret (1966).

After a handful of Shakespearean productions, Fuller gained notice on Broadway for her portrayal of the outwardly sweet but subtly undermining Eve Harrington in Applause (1970–1972), the musical version of All About Eve with Lauren Bacall as Margo Channing. She started in Richard Rodgers' 1976 flop about Henry VIII, Rex, in which she appeared opposite Nicol Williamson and Glenn Close. Fuller continued to work in musicals, including the original production of William Finn's A New Brain and a 1999 revival of Rodgers' Do I Hear a Waltz? at New Jersey's George Street Playhouse. In later years, Fuller was also on Broadway in the original productions of Wendy Wasserstein's An American Daughter (1997) and Neil Simon's The Dinner Party (2000); she was Tony-nominated for the latter. Off-Broadway appearances have included Three Viewings (1995) and Nicky Silver's Beautiful Child. Most recently, appeared in the 2017 revival of Sunday in the Park with George and as the Dowager Empress in Anastasia.

Fuller has extensive television work to her credit, including an Emmy-winning performance as Mrs. Kendal in the TV version of Bernard Pomerance's play The Elephant Man (1982) and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1984) by Tennessee Williams, in which she played Mae (a.k.a. Sister Woman). In 1992 she played Nancy McKeon's mother Ruth Benson in the CBS movie Baby Snatcher.

Fuller portrayed Amanda Harding in the ABC crime drama Fortune Dane (1986). She also appeared in dozens of other TV series, including The Edge of Night (1964), Love, American Style (1969), The Bob Newhart Show (1972), The F.B.I. (1972), Banacek (1973), The Six Million Dollar Man (1974), Barnaby Jones (1975), Family (1977), Barnaby Jones (1975), Trapper John, M.D. (1979 and 1981), One Day at a Time (1983), The Love Boat (1983 and 1985), Matlock (1988), L.A. Law (1988), Murder, She Wrote (1988 and 1993), China Beach (1989–90), Columbo (1990), Quantum Leap (1992), NYPD Blue (1994), Mad About You (1994–95), Melrose Place (1994–95), ER (1995), Law & Order (1998) and Judging Amy (2002 and 2005).

Her film work includes All the President's Men (1976) and The Beverly Hillbillies (1993).

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Penny Fuller STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Off-Broadway Reading, 2019
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Royal Family Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Dowager Empress [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2017
Old Lady/Blair

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Lucille

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Lucille

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Amanda

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Mrs. Fenway/Visitor

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Nan

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Amalia Agazzi

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2003
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Gabrielle Buonocelli

[Regional (US)]
Regional Revival, 1999
Leona Samish

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1998
Mimi Schwinn

Mimi Schwinn

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Charlotte "Chubby" Hughes

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Alice Berry

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Virginia

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1976
Anne Boleyn

Princess Elizabeth

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1970
Eve Harrington

Eve Harrington

Eve Harrington [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1968
Lady Percy

[Off-Broadway]
1968
Lady Percy

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1966
Sally Bowles [Replacement]

Sally Bowles [Replacement]

Sally Bowles (Standby)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1963
Corie Bratter [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1962
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1960
Performer

[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1967
Performer


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Photos: Inside Opening Night of IBSEN'S GHOST at 59E59's Theater A

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Dancers Over 40 Brings a Roast of Lee Roy Reams to 54 Below

Dancers Over 40 will celebrate its 30th anniversary as an organization with its first ever – and 54 Below’s first ever roast. The event will focus on Mr. Broadway himself, DO40 member and former board member Lee Roy Reams! 

Laura Benanti, Kate Baldwin & More to Join Celebration of Sheldon Harnick at 54 Below

The life and legacy of Pulitzer Prize winning lyricist Sheldon Harnick will be celebrated at 54 Below. See who is starring in the concert and learn how to purchase tickets!

Tony Winners Len Cariou, Judy Kaye & Penny Fuller to Join COMEDY TONIGHT! A ROAST OF LEE ROY REAMS

To celebrate their thirtieth anniversary Dancers Over 40 will commemorate this milestone with COMEDY TONIGHT: A ROAST OF LEE ROY REAMS on Monday, April 1st, 2024 at 7:00pm at 54 Below.

World Premiere of MARILYN, MOM & ME to Open International City Theatre 2024 Season

International City Theatre will open its 2024 season with the world premiere of Yankee’s deeply personal comic drama, Marilyn, Mom & Me.

Photos: The Gasp Collection

After four years at Broadway World Cabaret, quite a collection of photos has been amassed. These are the gasp-worthy pics.

Photos: The Broadway World Cabaret Studio Portraits

These are the Broadway World Cabaret studio portraits that stood out the most.

Cabaret Photographers: Bobby Patrick

Broadway World Cabaret gets photographic content from some of the best shutterbugs in the business. Here's a look at some of the captures they've shared with us.

Photos: 9th Tomatoes Got Talent Picks Four Finalists for Next Year

On Wednesday October 11, the crop of 12 contestants who were runner-ups in the past eight years of “Tomatoes Got Talent,” was narrowed down to four. Check out photos from the event here!

9th Annual TOMATOES GOT TALENT Comes to The Triad, October 11

The 9th Annual 'Tomatoes Got Talent' contest will take place on October 11 at The Triad. Don't miss this exciting event showcasing talented performers.

Chelsea Table and Stage to Present Encore Presentation of Karen Mason's 30… AND COUNTING This Month

Broadway star Karen Mason celebrates her collaboration with longtime music director Christopher Denny at Chelsea Table + Stage this month.

9th Annual TOMATOES GOT TALENT Contest Returns October 11 At The Triad!

“Tomatoes Got Talent,” the popular contest for women over 40, who are not currently working pros, and have day jobs, returns this year, but with a twist!  12 finalists from the past eight years of shows have been asked back to take part in the 9th annual “Tomatoes Got Talent” contest on Wednesday October 11.

Karen Mason to Present Encore Presentation of 30… AND COUNTING at Chelsea Table + Stage

CHELSEA TABLE + STAGE will present Broadway, recording and concert star Karen Mason in an encore presentation of her hit show “30… And Counting” on Thursday, September 28 at 7:00 PM.

Review: Toasting The Tony Awards, BACKSTAGE BABBLE Gives 54 Below An Award-Worthy Night

It's never too late to put the spotlight on the Tony Awards and people nominated for them. Read all about it at BroadwayWorld.com in the NYC cabaret section.

BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES TONY AWARDS HISTORY, Adam Pascal, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.

Feature: More About Man About Town, Charles Kirsch, Broadway's BFF - Part Two

The saga of the seemingly ubiquitous Charles Kirsch continues: He's everywhere: hosting shows on stage, all over YouTube, in the air or on the air with over 150 podcasts of 'Backstage Babble' with his interviews of show people, and maybe sitting next to you at a cabaret or Broadway theatre or just dashing around New York City.

Feature: Meet Charles Kirsch: Broadway's BFF With A Mission... And With Shows - Part One

Presenter of variety shows with Broadway stars and podcast 'Backstage Babble' interviewER becomes our interviewEE as we learn about his early start, the current agenda of activities, and look forward to a future celebrating theatre's past (his favorite pastime---and job).

Pendelton, Fuller, Morrison, and More Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES THE TONY AWARDS This Month at 54 Below

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present a very special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating all things Tony Awards on August 28th at 7pm

Karen Mason and Christopher Denny to Celebrate 30 Years of Collaboration at Chelsea Table + Stage

Join in at Chelsea Table + Stage as we celebrate 30 years of collaboration between Karen Mason and music director Christopher Denny. Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and memories. Book your tickets now!

Penny Fuller FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Penny Fuller has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

Penny Fuller has not appeared in the West End.

Penny Fuller has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Supporting Performer at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Dinner Party," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Dinner Party," Outstanding Featured Actress - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Three Viewings," Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Rex," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Applause."

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