Alfred Lunt
Date of Death: August 03, 1977 (84)
Birth Place: Milwaukee, WI, USA
Latest News on Alfred Lunt:
Marsha Mason Will Serve as Master Teacher for the 2025 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at Ten Chimneys (May 27, 2025)
Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre To Celebrate 100th Anniversary This Month (Nov 4, 2024)
Stephen McKinley Henderson Will Be Master Teacher for 2024 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship at Ten Chimneys (Jun 9, 2024)
Marsha Mason Will Serve as Master Teacher for the 2025 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at Ten Chimneys (May 27, 2025)
Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre To Celebrate 100th Anniversary This Month (Nov 4, 2024)
Stephen McKinley Henderson Will Be Master Teacher for 2024 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship at Ten Chimneys (Jun 9, 2024)
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STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Movies
The Ragged Edge
[ 1923 ] Howard Spurlock
[ 1923 ] Howard Spurlock
Backbone
[ 1923 ] John Thorne, Andre de Mersay
[ 1923 ] John Thorne, Andre de Mersay
Second Youth
[ 1924 ] Roland Farwell Francis
[ 1924 ] Roland Farwell Francis
Lovers in Quarantine
[ 1925 ] MackIntosh Josephs
[ 1925 ] MackIntosh Josephs
Sally of the Sawdust
[ 1925 ] Peyton Lennox
[ 1925 ] Peyton Lennox
The Guardsman
[ 1931 ] The Actor
[ 1931 ] The Actor
Stage Door Canteen
[ 1943 ] Alfred Lunt
[ 1943 ] Alfred Lunt
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1959 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Alfred Lunt, The Visit
winner
Tony Awards - 1955 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Alfred Lunt , Quadrille
winner
Tony Awards - 1954 - Best Direction
Alfred Lunt, Ondine
winner
Drama League Awards - 1943 - Distinguished Performance Award
Alfred Lunt
Videos
VIDEO: On This Day, September 15 - Henry Miller's Theater Renamed For Stephen Sondheim
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-09-15 12:01:00
VIDEO: First Look at 'Tom, Dick, or Harry' from KISS ME, KATE at 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-23 20:56:12
VIDEO: First Look at 'Too Darn Hot' from KISS ME, KATE at 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-16 17:28:22
VIDEO: Get A First Look at 'Wundebar' from KISS ME, KATE at 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-12 22:14:36
VIDEO: First Look at 5th Avenue Theatre's Production of KISS ME, KATE
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-04-10 19:29:28
News
Marsha Mason Will Serve as Master Teacher for the 2025 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at Ten Chimneys
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025
Ten Chimneys has announced Marsha Mason as the 2025 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2025
Ten Chimneys has announced Marsha Mason as the 2025 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre To Celebrate 100th Anniversary This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2024
Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre will turn 100 on Monday, November 11, 2024. In honor of the milestone, ATG Entertainment has commissioned a special piece from Broadway caricaturist Justin 'Squigs' Robertson.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2024
Broadway's Al Hirschfeld Theatre will turn 100 on Monday, November 11, 2024. In honor of the milestone, ATG Entertainment has commissioned a special piece from Broadway caricaturist Justin 'Squigs' Robertson.
Stephen McKinley Henderson Will Be Master Teacher for 2024 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship at Ten Chimneys
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 9, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 9, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
Stephen Mckinley Henderson Will Lead The 2024 Lunt-fontanne Fellowship Program At Ten Chimneys
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
Bart DeLorenzo to Direct Noël Coward's DESIGN FOR LIVING at Odyssey Theatre Ensemble
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2024
Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present Design for Living, a witty and charming romantic comedy by Noël Coward that was banned in 1930s London for its risqué content and bawdy themes. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2024
Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present Design for Living, a witty and charming romantic comedy by Noël Coward that was banned in 1930s London for its risqué content and bawdy themes. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
TRYING by Joanna McClelland Glass to Reopen Palm Beach Dramaworks This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
TRYING by Joanna McClelland Glass will reopen Palm Beach Dramaworks this month. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
TRYING by Joanna McClelland Glass will reopen Palm Beach Dramaworks this month. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Review: THE LINCOLN DEBATE at The Bent
by Kay Kudukis - May 8, 2024
The Lincoln Debate, an original play by Terry Ray, is a great concept: Debate the long bandied about “rumor” that Abraham Lincoln was gay or, at very least, bi-sexual, and throw in some comic re-enactments.
by Kay Kudukis - May 8, 2024
The Lincoln Debate, an original play by Terry Ray, is a great concept: Debate the long bandied about “rumor” that Abraham Lincoln was gay or, at very least, bi-sexual, and throw in some comic re-enactments.
Porchlight to Launch The Cole Porter Festival - A Celebration Of The Man And His Music This October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2023
Porchlight Music Theatre is launching the Cole Porter Festival - A Celebration of the Man and his Music this October. The festival includes a production of Anything Goes starring Meghan Murphy. Don't miss this incredible tribute to Cole Porter's career.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2023
Porchlight Music Theatre is launching the Cole Porter Festival - A Celebration of the Man and his Music this October. The festival includes a production of Anything Goes starring Meghan Murphy. Don't miss this incredible tribute to Cole Porter's career.
Industry Pro Newsletter: A Shift in the Chicago Theatre Scene and Saving Theatre in Seattle
by Alex Freeman - Aug 21, 2023
In this issue, we explore the efforts being made to sustain theater scenes in various cities, the evolution of Chicago's theater landscape, and the exciting announcement of a new Broadway musical adaptation. We also take a look at strategies to keep the curtain from falling on Seattle's theater scene.
by Alex Freeman - Aug 21, 2023
In this issue, we explore the efforts being made to sustain theater scenes in various cities, the evolution of Chicago's theater landscape, and the exciting announcement of a new Broadway musical adaptation. We also take a look at strategies to keep the curtain from falling on Seattle's theater scene.
World Premiere Wisconsin Serves as Model of New Work Support
by Cara Joy David - Aug 21, 2023
Last week, I looked at support for independent producers. And there is more to be written about that—for example, the Creative & Independent Producer Alliance’s National New Work Development Network is likely to become even more important as we move forward. But this week is about World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide new work festival that ran from March 1 through June 30, 2023.
by Cara Joy David - Aug 21, 2023
Last week, I looked at support for independent producers. And there is more to be written about that—for example, the Creative & Independent Producer Alliance’s National New Work Development Network is likely to become even more important as we move forward. But this week is about World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide new work festival that ran from March 1 through June 30, 2023.
Bringing Together a Shakespeare Classic and Songs by Cole Porter KISS ME, KATE! Opens in Sao Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - Aug 16, 2023
Kiss Me, Kate! is a musical written by Bella and Samuel Spewack ,with music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The story involves the production of a musical version of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew and the conflict on and off-stage between Fred Graham, the show's director, producer, and star, and his leading lady, his ex-wife Lilli Vanessi.
by Claudio Erlichman - Aug 16, 2023
Kiss Me, Kate! is a musical written by Bella and Samuel Spewack ,with music and lyrics by Cole Porter. The story involves the production of a musical version of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew and the conflict on and off-stage between Fred Graham, the show's director, producer, and star, and his leading lady, his ex-wife Lilli Vanessi.
Pre-Show Seminar On Noël Coward With Dr. Christopher Chan Announced At Peninsula Players Theatre, July 22
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023
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.”
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2023
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.”
Jerry Zaks Will Lead The Nation's Top Regional Theater Actors As Master Teacher For The 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2023
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced prominent director Jerry Zaks will serve as Master Teacher for the 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2023
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced prominent director Jerry Zaks will serve as Master Teacher for the 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
Demetria Joyce Bailey Named as 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023
Walnut Street Theatre has announced that Demetria Joyce Bailey has been selected as one of 10 stage actors in the United States to be a 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellow.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2023
Walnut Street Theatre has announced that Demetria Joyce Bailey has been selected as one of 10 stage actors in the United States to be a 2023 Lunt-Fontanne Fellow.
New Jersey Theatre Alliance's The Stages Festival And East Lynne Theater Company Present THE GUARDSMAN AND THE ACTRESS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2023
New Jersey Theatre Alliance and East Lynne Theater Company (ELTC) present a staged reading of the classic romantic comedy THE GUARDSMAN AND THE ACTRESS by Ferenc Molnar, adapted by Mark Edward Lang.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2023
New Jersey Theatre Alliance and East Lynne Theater Company (ELTC) present a staged reading of the classic romantic comedy THE GUARDSMAN AND THE ACTRESS by Ferenc Molnar, adapted by Mark Edward Lang.
Review: It's Another Op'nin, Another Show With KISS ME, KATE at Broadway At Music Circus
by Courtney Symes - Jul 15, 2022
Another classic from the 1940s is gracing the stage at Broadway at Music Circus. This time, it’s Kiss Me, Kate, the musical-within-a-musical that cemented Cole Porter’s return to Broadway as a successful lyricist and composer. It ended up being Porter’s longest-running Broadway show and won the very first Tony Award for Best Musical.
by Courtney Symes - Jul 15, 2022
Another classic from the 1940s is gracing the stage at Broadway at Music Circus. This time, it’s Kiss Me, Kate, the musical-within-a-musical that cemented Cole Porter’s return to Broadway as a successful lyricist and composer. It ended up being Porter’s longest-running Broadway show and won the very first Tony Award for Best Musical.
Tyne Daly Will Lead the Nation's Top Regional Theater Actors as Master Teacher for the 2022 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2022
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced renowned actor Tyne Daly will serve as the Master Teacher for the 2022 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2022
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced renowned actor Tyne Daly will serve as the Master Teacher for the 2022 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
Washington DC's Historic National Theatre Foundation Adds New Board Members
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 20, 2022
Washington DC's oldest continuously operating theatre, The National Theatre has added four distinguished new members to its Board of Directors. Joining the theatre's Board are private equity pioneer Daryn Dodson, longtime non-profit and arts leader Peter Jablow, innovative advertising and marketing executive Jean Komendera, and civic leader and two-term Washington DC Mayor, Anthony A. Williams.
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 20, 2022
Washington DC's oldest continuously operating theatre, The National Theatre has added four distinguished new members to its Board of Directors. Joining the theatre's Board are private equity pioneer Daryn Dodson, longtime non-profit and arts leader Peter Jablow, innovative advertising and marketing executive Jean Komendera, and civic leader and two-term Washington DC Mayor, Anthony A. Williams.
10 Videos That Get Us Pumped For ANDY KARL & ORFEH: LEGALLY BOUND at Feinstein's/54 Below September 15 - 16
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 2, 2021
For the first time since the lockdown, Mr. and Mrs. Karl are appearing locally, and they are bringing back a sure thing, their smash-hit show LEGALLY BOUND.
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 2, 2021
For the first time since the lockdown, Mr. and Mrs. Karl are appearing locally, and they are bringing back a sure thing, their smash-hit show LEGALLY BOUND.
Phylicia Rashad Announced as Dean of Howard University's Reestablished College of Fine Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2021
Howard University has announced the appointment of Phylicia Rashad as dean of the recently reestablished College of Fine Arts, effective July 1, 2021. In this role, she will report to Provost Anthony K. Wutoh. An alumna of Howard University, Rashad graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s in fine arts.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2021
Howard University has announced the appointment of Phylicia Rashad as dean of the recently reestablished College of Fine Arts, effective July 1, 2021. In this role, she will report to Provost Anthony K. Wutoh. An alumna of Howard University, Rashad graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s in fine arts.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Alfred Lunt been in?
Alfred Lunt has appeared on Broadway in 38 shows.
How many West End shows has Alfred Lunt been in?
Alfred Lunt has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Alfred Lunt been nominated for?
Alfred Lunt has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He received nominations for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for his performances in "The Visit" and "Quadrille." Additionally, he was nominated for Best Direction (Tony Awards) for his work on "Ondine." Lunt also received the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards.
What awards has Alfred Lunt won?
Alfred Lunt has won several awards throughout his career. He received the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for his work in "Quadrille". He also won the Tony Award for Best Direction for "Ondine". In addition to these accolades, Lunt was honored with the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards.
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