Swoosie Kurtz
Birth Place: Omaha, NE, USA
Latest News on Swoosie Kurtz:
David Morse and His Wife Susan Wheeler Will Perform A.R. Gurney's LOVE LETTERS in Valentine's Day Benefit For Quintessence Theatre (Jan 17, 2024)
The Inspired Acting Company to Present TALLEY'S FOLLY in December (Nov 6, 2023)
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CALL ME KAT on FOX - Thursday, March 16, 2023 (Mar 9, 2023)
David Morse and His Wife Susan Wheeler Will Perform A.R. Gurney's LOVE LETTERS in Valentine's Day Benefit For Quintessence Theatre (Jan 17, 2024)
The Inspired Acting Company to Present TALLEY'S FOLLY in December (Nov 6, 2023)
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CALL ME KAT on FOX - Thursday, March 16, 2023 (Mar 9, 2023)
Swoosie Kurtz BIO
Kurtz is a Tony Award-winner for her performances in House of Blue Leaves and Fifth of July. She has also received nominations for her work in Frozen and Tartuffe, while other Broadway credits include Imaginary Friends, Love Letters and A History of the American Film. She is a nine-time Emmy Award-nominee and was a regular on "Huff." Kurtz recently appeared on the television show "Pushing Daisies" and on Broadway in Roundabout's production of Heartbreak House.
Swoosie Kurtz Photos
Phillip Bosco, Laila Robins, Swoosie Kurtz, Lily Rabe & Robin Lefevre attending the press Meet and Greet with the cast of The Roundabout Theatre Company production of HEARTBREAK HOUSE in New York City.
August 23, 2006
Date:
12/09/2018
From: Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Tony Award-Winning Actor Philip Bosco
Phillip Bosco, Laila Robins, Swoosie Kurtz, Lily Rabe
attending the press Meet and Greet with the cast of The Roundabout Theatre Company production of HEARTBREAK HOUSE in New York City.
August 23, 2006
Date:
12/09/2018
From: Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Tony Award-Winning Actor Philip Bosco
Laila Robins, Phillip Bosco, Swoosie Kurtz, Gareth Saxe, Lily Rabe, Jenny Sterlin, Bill Camp & John Christopher Jones attending the press Meet and Greet with the cast of The Roundabout Theatre Company production of HEARTBREAK HOUSE in New York City.
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Date:
12/09/2018
From: Photo Flashback: BroadwayWorld Remembers Tony Award-Winning Actor Philip Bosco
Swoosie Kurtz STAGE CREDITS
Swoosie Kurtz Movies
Slap Shot
[ 1977 ] Shirley
[ 1977 ] Shirley
First Love
[ 1977 ] Marsha
[ 1977 ] Marsha
Oliver's Story
[ 1978 ] Gwen Simpson
[ 1978 ] Gwen Simpson
The World According to Garp
[ 1982 ] The Hooker
[ 1982 ] The Hooker
Against All Odds
[ 1984 ] Edie
[ 1984 ] Edie
Wildcats
[ 1986 ] Verna
[ 1986 ] Verna
True Stories
[ 1986 ] The Lazy Woman
[ 1986 ] The Lazy Woman
Vice Versa
[ 1988 ] Tina
[ 1988 ] Tina
Dangerous Liaisons
[ 1988 ] Madame de Volanges
[ 1988 ] Madame de Volanges
Bright Lights, Big City
[ 1988 ] Megan
[ 1988 ] Megan
A Shock to the System
[ 1990 ] Leslie Marshall
[ 1990 ] Leslie Marshall
Stanley & Iris
[ 1990 ] Sharon
[ 1990 ] Sharon
Storybook
[ 1994 ] Queen Evilia
[ 1994 ] Queen Evilia
Reality Bites
[ 1994 ] Charlane McGregor
[ 1994 ] Charlane McGregor
Citizen Ruth
[ 1996 ] Diane Siegler
[ 1996 ] Diane Siegler
Liar Liar
[ 1997 ] Dana Appleton
[ 1997 ] Dana Appleton
Outside Ozona
[ 1998 ] Rosalee
[ 1998 ] Rosalee
Cruel Intentions
[ 1999 ] Dr. Greenbaum
[ 1999 ] Dr. Greenbaum
The White River Kid
[ 1999 ] Mummy Weed
[ 1999 ] Mummy Weed
Sleep Easy, Hutch Rimes
[ 2000 ] Binny Redwine
[ 2000 ] Binny Redwine
Bubble Boy
[ 2001 ] Mrs. Livingston
[ 2001 ] Mrs. Livingston
Get Over It
[ 2001 ] Beverly Landers
[ 2001 ] Beverly Landers
The Rules of Attraction
[ 2002 ] Mrs. Jared
[ 2002 ] Mrs. Jared
Duplex
[ 2003 ] Jean
[ 2003 ] Jean
An Englishman in New York
[ 2009 ] Connie Clausen
[ 2009 ] Connie Clausen
Overboard
[ 2018 ] Grace
[ 2018 ] Grace
Swoosie Kurtz TV Shows
American Dad!
Betty Smith, Marylin Thacker
Betty Smith, Marylin Thacker
Call Me Kat
Sheila
Sheila
Grace and Frankie
Janet
Janet
Hank
Evelyn Funk
Evelyn Funk
Huff
Madeleine Sullivan
Madeleine Sullivan
Love & Money
Effie Conklin
Effie Conklin
Love, Sidney
Laurie Morgan
Laurie Morgan
Man with a Plan
Beverly
Beverly
Mike & Molly
Joyce Flynn
Joyce Flynn
Nurse Jackie
Mrs. Scheinhorn
Mrs. Scheinhorn
Pushing Daisies
Lily Charles
Lily Charles
Sisters
Alex Reed
Alex Reed
Suddenly Susan
Liz Miller Keane
Liz Miller Keane
That's Life
Valerie Wilkinson
Valerie Wilkinson
The Doctors
Student Nurse, Gail
Student Nurse, Gail
Swoosie Kurtz Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz, Heartbreak House
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz , Frozen
The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Lead Actress
Swoosie Kurtz, Frozen
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz, Frozen
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Swoosie Kurtz, The Mineola Twins
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz , The Mineola Twins
winner
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz, The House of Blue Leaves
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz, 5th of July
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1981 - Best Actress
Swoosie Kurtz, Fifth of July
winner
Tony Awards - 1981 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz, Fifth of July
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical
Swoosie Kurtz, A History of the American Film
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play
Swoosie Kurtz, Uncommon Women and Others
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Swoosie Kurtz, Tartuffe
Swoosie Kurtz Videos
VIDEO: First Look - Anna Faris & Eva Longoria Star in New Comedy OVERBOARD
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Swoosie Kurtz News
David Morse and His Wife Susan Wheeler Will Perform A.R. Gurney's LOVE LETTERS in Valentine's Day Benefit For Quintessence Theatre
This Valentine’s Day, Quintessence Theatre is celebrating love in all of its messy glory with a performance starring award-winning television, film and stage actor David Morse* and his wife, Susan Wheeler.
The Inspired Acting Company to Present TALLEY'S FOLLY in December
Join The Inspired Acting Company for their captivating production of TALLEY'S FOLLY, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play that explores themes of love, identity, and human connection. Don't miss this unforgettable performance in Walled Lake, MI.
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CALL ME KAT on FOX - Thursday, March 16, 2023
Get all the scoop on CALL ME KAT, airing on FOX on Thursday, March 16, 2023! Max hosts singer Zoey Monroe (guest star Margie Mays) in hopes of advancing his career as a songwriter and although jealous at first, Kat develops a liking to her. Meanwhile, Carter punctures a pipe inside a kitchen cabinet causing a flood in the condo. Watch a video clip!
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CALL ME KAT on FOX - Thursday, February 23, 2023
Get all the scoop on CALL ME KAT, airing on FOX on Thursday, February 23, 2023! Jack McBrayer and David James Elliott Guest Star. Max receives a surprise visit FROM his dad (guest star David James Elliott) for the first time in 30 years… Max isn’t exactly happy to see him, and Kat tries to plan a reunion dinner between the two. Watch a video now!
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CALL ME KAT on FOX - Thursday, February 2, 2023
Get all the scoop on CALL ME KAT, airing on FOX on Thursday, February 2, 2023! In celebration of Max's birthday, Kat, Randi and Carter jointly gift him an RV rental so they can roadtrip to the Smoky Mountains together. Watch a video clip from a new episode now!
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CALL ME KAT on FOX - Thursday, January 26, 2023
Get all the scoop on CALL ME KAT, airing on FOX on Thursday, January 26, 2023! Kat hires a new baker, Gideon (guest star Jack McBrayer) at the Kat Cafe and shows him around town, meanwhile Max and Carter wingman for Sheila. Watch a video clip from a recent episode now!
Scoop: Coming Up on a New Episode of CALL ME KAT on FOX - Thursday, January 12, 2023
Get all the scoop on CALL ME KAT, airing on FOX on Thursday, January 12, 2023! Sheila grows jealous after Kat hits it off with her new retirement home friends. Meanwhile, Randi tries to find a way to tell Carter that she doesn’t like her engagement ring in the all-new “Call Me Prescription Roulette” episode. Watch a video clip from an episode now!
Swoosie Kurtz FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Swoosie Kurtz been in?
Swoosie Kurtz has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Swoosie Kurtz been in?
Swoosie Kurtz has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Swoosie Kurtz been nominated for?
Swoosie Kurtz has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout her career. These nominations include Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Heartbreak House" and "Frozen," Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Frozen," and Outstanding Lead Actress at The Lortels for "Frozen." She also received nominations for her roles in "The Mineola Twins," "The House of Blue Leaves," "5th of July," "A History of the American Film," "Uncommon Women and Others," and "Tartuffe." Kurtz's talent and versatility have earned her recognition from various award-giving bodies in the theater industry.
What awards has Swoosie Kurtz won?
Swoosie Kurtz has won several awards throughout her career, including Outstanding Actress - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Mineola Twins," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "The House of Blue Leaves," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "5th of July," Best Actress at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Fifth of July," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Fifth of July," and Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "A History of the American Film."
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