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Stephanie D'Abruzzo

Birth Place: Pittsburgh, PA, USA

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Stephanie D'Abruzzo is a Tony-nominated actress and puppeteer best known for her work on the Broadway stage and in television. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, D'Abruzzo began her career as a puppeteer and performer at the age of 16, working with local theater companies and children's television programs.

In 1993, D'Abruzzo moved to New York City to pursue her career in theater. She made her Broadway debut in the 2003 production of "Avenue Q," a musical comedy about a group of young adults trying to make their way in the world. D'Abruzzo played the roles of Kate Monster and Lucy the Slut, two of the show's most popular characters. Her performance earned her a Tony nomination for Best Actress in a Musical, as well as a Drama Desk Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award.

D'Abruzzo's success on Broadway led to a number of other opportunities in the entertainment industry. She has appeared in a number of television shows, including "Scrubs," "Sesame Street," and "Wonder Pets!" She has also lent her voice to several animated series and films, including "The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland" and "Muppet Treasure Island."

In addition to her work in theater and television, D'Abruzzo is also an accomplished singer and songwriter. She has released several albums of original music, including "I Have a Song Inside" and "The Last Song."

D'Abruzzo's success in the entertainment industry has made her a role model for young performers and artists. She is known for her dedication to her craft, as well as her commitment to giving back to her community. She has worked with a number of charitable organizations, including Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Despite her success, D'Abruzzo remains humble and grateful for the opportunities she has had in her career. She credits her success to her hard work, as well as the support of her family and friends.

In recent years, D'Abruzzo has continued to work in theater and television. She has appeared in several off-Broadway productions, including "The Mad Show" and "Avenue Q: The Reunion Concert." She has also made guest appearances on several television shows, including "The Blacklist" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."

D'Abruzzo's dedication to her craft and her commitment to giving back to her community have made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. She continues to inspire young performers and artists with her talent, her work ethic, and her generosity.

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Stephanie D'Abruzzo STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Musicals in Mufti Production, 2017
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2006
Diana Bingley

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2003
CHESS Choir

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2003
Kate Monster

Lucy The Slut

Other Characters

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Kate Monster/Lucy

Kate Monster/Lucy

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2002
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2000
Performer


Stephanie D'Abruzzo Movies

The Adventures of Elmo in Grouchland
[ 1999 ] Grizzy, Pestie
Ready? OK!
[ 2008 ] Normal Heights Vocalist
Sesame Street: Elmo's Magic Numbers
[ 2012 ] Liz Lemon

Stephanie D'Abruzzo TV Shows

Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures
Nessie the Loch Ness Monster, Scottish Woman, Ostrich Lady
Elmo's World
Pillow, Elizabeth, Rapunzel
Helpsters
Cody
Nature Cat
Lizard, Squirrel #1, Phil the Squirrel Reporter
Oobi
Uma, Inka
Scrubs
Patti, A.M. Muppet Ex Ray
Sheep in the Big City
Lady Richington, Swanky, Lisa Rental
The Puzzle Place
Jody Silvere puppet
The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss
Little Cat B, Sarah Hall-Small, Sally Spingel-Spungel-Sporn
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
Jan the Backpack, Jan, Puppeteer

Stephanie D'Abruzzo Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2004 - Performance

Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Avenue Q

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Avenue Q


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actress - Musical

Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Avenue Q

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Stephanie D'Abruzzo News


Kara Lindsay, Stephanie D'Abruzzo & More to Star in HOT DAM! at 54 Below


Get ready for a star-studded performance at 54 Below as Broadway favorites Kara Lindsay and Stephanie D’Abruzzo take the stage in HOT DAM! Don't miss this limited engagement event filled with incredible talent. Find out all the details and book your tickets now.

Samantha Barks, Josh Gad, Maggie Lakis, Rob McClure and Andrew Rannells Join The New York Pops For Kristen and Bobby Lopez Concert


Samantha Barks, Josh Gad, Maggie Lakis, Rob McClure, and Andrew Rannells will join The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, for its 39th Birthday Gala, For the First Time In Forever: The Songs of Kristen and Bobby Lopez, honoring the Academy and Grammy Award winning songwriting duo Kristen and Bobby Lopez.

Norm Lewis, Heidi Blickenstaff, Joshua Henry, and More Set For Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center's Monte Cristo Award Gala


The evening will feature performances and remarks by Norm Lewis, Heidi Blickenstaff, Joshua Henry, Tom Kitt, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Tyler Bunch, Scott Richards, Paulette Haupt, Ellie Ellsworth and others.  

Jaime Camil, Santino Fontana, Patti Murin & More to Star in New York Pops Gala


 The New York Pops today announced an initial line-up of guest artists for its 39th Birthday Gala, For the First Time In Forever: The Songs of Kristen and Bobby Lopez, honoring the Academy and Grammy Award winning songwriting duo Kristen and Bobby Lopez on Monday, April 25, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.

Lilli Cooper, Stephanie D'abruzzo, Nick Blaemire & More to Join NYC Theatre Students for Livestream Performance


Ten award-winning and nominated Broadway and television stars will be joining New York City theatre students for a free livestream musical performance with arranged music by Dan Pardo (Company at Barrington Stage, Netflix’s John Mulaney & the Sack Lunch Bunch) who is providing instrumental accompaniment throughout the production.

Theater Stories: ECLIPSED, SLAVE PLAY, HANGMEN and More About the John Golden Theatre


Today's Theater Stories features the John Golden Theatre! Learn about the shows to have graced the stage of the theatre including, The Normal Heart, A Doll's House, Part 2, Eclipsed, Slave Play, and many more!

Stephanie D'Abruzzo and Josh Daniel to Join SOUP TROUPE ONLINE


Tune in on Saturday, November 28 at 2PM EST for SOUP TROUPE ONLINE. Hosted by co-founder Danny Feldman (Hide and Seek) and co-president Dani Wergiles, the livestream is streamed every weekend to discuss soups and more with special guests.

VIDEO: Original AVENUE Q Cast and More Reunite for 'Only For Now' Virtual Performance


More than 40 people and puppets from the Tony Award-winning musical Avenue Q have reunited in a special music video of the hit finale, “Only For Now.”

York Theatre Company to Present TOMFOOLERY Panel Featuring Stephanie d'Abruzzo, Josh Grisetti and More


Join York Theatre Company as they revisit the witty, wicked and thoroughly twisted world of famed satirical songwriter Tom Lehrer with a virtual reunion of their 2011 Musicals in Mufti presentation of the 1981 revue Tomfoolery.

The Little Orchestra Society Announces Virtual 2020-21 Season


Now you won't miss a beat of another fun filled L.O.S. KIDS' concert whether you are at home or sharing space with family and friends in a different city, state or even country as The Little Orchestra Society offers its unique brand of music performances, combined with other artforms, streaming exclusively on line beginning on October 17th.

VIDEO: Watch an AVENUE Q Reunion on STARS IN THE HOUSE


Stars in the House continues today (8pm) with AVENUE Q Original Broadway Cast members Jennifer Barnhart, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Jordan Gelber, Ann Harada, Rick Lyon and John Tartaglia.

From Stage to Video Game Console: Broadway Stars in Video Games!


In addition to conquering the stage and performing on screen, many Broadway stars have lent their voice talents to another medium: video games!

Kerry Butler, Lesli Margherita, Elizabeth Stanley, and More Join GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK SERIES


Elizabeth Stanley, Lesli Margherita, Kerry Butler, Beth Malone and more join Scott Siegel's GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK SERIES: Volume 4.

The New York Pops to Honor Nicola M. Heryet, June Freemanzon and Ron Schaefer at 37th Birthday Gala


The New York Pops will additionally honor Nicola M. Heryet, Principal of Avison Young; June Freemanzon, founding board member of The New York Pops; and Ron Schaefer, Founder of French Woods Festival for the Performing Arts, at its 37th Birthday Gala, Into the Unknown! The Songs of Kristen & Bobby Lopez, on Monday, April 27, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall, presented by The New York Pops.

The Little Orchestra's Professor Treblemaker and Friends Will Present Ravel and Debussy as an Early Valentine


The Little Orchestra's Professor Treblemaker and friends will bring you the exquisite and magical music of Ravel and Debussy as an early Valentine on February 8th and 9th. You and your family will experience the color of music with the professional musicians of the Orchestra, conducted by GRAMMY Award-winning conductor David Alan Miller.

Santino Fontana, Caissie Levy and More to Perform at INTO THE UNKNOWN! THE SONGS OF KRISTEN & BOBBY LOPEZ


The New York Pops, led by Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke, today announced an initial line-up of guest artists for its 37th Birthday Gala, Into the Unknown! The Songs of Kristen & Bobby Lopez, honoring the Academy and Grammy Award winning songwriting duo, on Monday, April 27, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall, presented by The New York Pops.

I ONLY HAVE LIES FOR YOU Season 3, Episode 2 Announced At The Laurie Beechman Theatre


Amy Wolk and Nikki M. James present I Only Have Lies For You, a live gameshow that pits Broadway panelists against each other in a lying contest, now in its THIRD hit season!

BWW Roundup: Broadway Remembers Phyllis Newman


As BroadwayWorld previously reported, the legendary Phyllis Newman just passed away at the age of 86. Many of Broadway's best have taken to social media to share their fond memories of the Tony-winning actress, who was also known for raising awareness of women's health issues and needs in the entertainment industry. Check out responses from Bernadette Peters, Kristin Chenoweth, Barbara Streisand, and more!

AVENUE Q Original Broadway Cast And Creative Team To Celebrate 15 Years Of Avenue Q At BroadwayCon


AVENUE Q - winner of three 2004 Tony Awards including Best Musical - will celebrate its 15+ year run on the BroadwayCon MainStage this weekend, Saturday, January 12, when Original Broadway Cast and Creative Team members will reunite for a special Q&A Panel. Robert Lopez, Carmen Ruby Floyd, Howie Michael Smith, Erin Quill, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, and Ann Harada are confirmed to attend. BroadwayCon moderators, Ben Cameron and Danny Jordan will host the event scheduled to take place from 4:40-5:30pm at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, (141 West 54 St.) in Manhattan.

The Ballard Institute Presents 'Women In Puppetry' Forum Today


The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry Presents Women in Puppetry: Identity, Gender, and Performance with Stephanie D'Abruzzo, Clare Dolan, and Dey Hernandez Vazquez

Stephanie D'Abruzzo FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Stephanie D'Abruzzo been in?

Stephanie D'Abruzzo has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Stephanie D'Abruzzo been in?

Stephanie D'Abruzzo has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Stephanie D'Abruzzo been nominated for?

Stephanie D'Abruzzo has been nominated for several awards for her performance in Avenue Q, including a Theatre World Award for Performance, a Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical, and a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress - Musical.

What awards has Stephanie D'Abruzzo won?

Stephanie D'Abruzzo has won the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards and the Outstanding Actress - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in Avenue Q.

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