Barbara Walsh
Birth Place: Bethesda, MD, USA
Latest News on Barbara Walsh:
Mary Testa To Join George Abud's 3PENNY OPERA Starring Katrina Lenk and More (Dec 3, 2025)
Katrina Lenk, Barbara Walsh and George Abud To Star In 3PENNY Opera (Oct 31, 2025)
Frank DiLella to Host THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW YORK CITY: AN OPERA (Oct 8, 2025)
Mary Testa To Join George Abud's 3PENNY OPERA Starring Katrina Lenk and More (Dec 3, 2025)
Katrina Lenk, Barbara Walsh and George Abud To Star In 3PENNY Opera (Oct 31, 2025)
Frank DiLella to Host THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW YORK CITY: AN OPERA (Oct 8, 2025)
BIO
Barbara Walsh has appeared in several prominent Broadway productions. Walsh is best known for her Drama Desk Award-winning and Tony-nominated role as "Trina" in the Broadway production of Falsettos. She appeared on Broadway in the short-lived musical Big, based on the Penny Marshall film starring Tom Hanks. Recently, Ms. Walsh was in the 2007 Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's Company, playing the role of "Joanne." She has also appeared on Broadway in Rock 'n Roll! The First 5,000 Years, Nine, Blood Brothers, and Hairspray. She played the dual roles of "Edith Beale" and her daughter "Little Edie" in Grey Gardens at the Studio Theatre (Washington, DC) from November 12, 2008 through December 21, 2008. Walsh's television credits include guest roles on "Law & Order," "Law & Order: Criminal Intent," and the recurring role of Judy Schulman-Brown on "One Life to Live."
Photos
Lee Roy Reams, Anna Zavelson, Samantha Williams, Ashley D. Kelley, Santino Fontana, Ephraim Sykes, Andrew Barth Feldman, J. Harrison Ghee, Alysha Umphress, Marilyn Maye, Kate Baldwin, Katie Finneran, Gracie Lawrence, Kecia Lewis, NaTasha Yvette Williams, Ann Harada, Barbara Walsh, Thom Sesma, Christopher Sieber, Hannah Elless, Nikki Renée Daniels, Lauren Blackman
Date:
06/25/2025
From: Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
Adriane Lenox, Klea Blackhurst, JoAnne M Hunter, Barbara Walsh, Ruth Gottschall, Margo Sappington, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Karen Ziemba, Beth Leavel, Michele Pawk, Harolyn Blackwell, Alexandra Billings, Bobbie Rhine, Kate Baldwin, Mamie Duncan-Gibbs, Nikki Renée Daniels, Dana Moore, Isabel Keating, Christine Ebersole, Christian Mark Gibbs
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
Ruth Gottschall, Michele Pawk, Thom Sesma, Santino Fontana, Michael Berresse, Jennifer Holliday, Nikki Renée Daniels, Kate Baldwin, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Christine Ebersole, Beth Leavel, Alexandra Billings, Ryan McCartan, Barbara Walsh, Stephen Bogardus, Norm Lewis, Marc Kudisch, Adriane Lenox, Isabel Keating, Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
Karen Ziemba, Dana Moore, Nikki Renée Daniels, Kate Baldwin, Michael Berresse, Katie Finneran, Carolee Carmello, Christine Ebersole, Beth Leavel, Alexandra Billings, Barbara Walsh, Stephen Bogardus
Date:
06/21/2024
From: Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater World Premiere Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Pat Nixon
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Velma Von Tussle [Replacement]
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TV Shows
Law & Order
Deanne Conroy, Mrs. Lasky
Deanne Conroy, Mrs. Lasky
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Ariana Cypher, Mrs. Roland
Ariana Cypher, Mrs. Roland
One Life to Live
Judy Schulman-Brown, Judy, Judy Schulman
Judy Schulman-Brown, Judy, Judy Schulman
Goosebumps
[ 2023-2025 ] Naomi Brewer
[ 2023-2025 ] Naomi Brewer
Awards and Nominations
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical, HELEN Production
Barbara WalshCarrie: The Musical
Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical
Barbara WalshGrey Gardens
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Barbara Walsh, Company
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1992 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical
Barbara Walsh, Falsettos
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Barbara Walsh , Falsettos
Videos
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-18 15:39:31
VIDEO: OKLAHOMA! National Tour Performs 'Mila Kunis!' Parody & 'People Will Say We're' In Love' on CORDEN
by Michael Major - 2022-10-05 09:16:11
BWW Exclusive: Watch Liz Callaway Sing from Carmel Dean's WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-02-11 13:50:56
#TBT: Raul Esparza Belts It Out in 2006 Revival of COMPANY
by Jeffrey Vizcaino - 2018-11-29 11:52:02
TV: What's On at Barrington Stage Company This Summer? Will Swenson, Scarlett Strallen & More Preview the Season!
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-04-17 12:00:48
VIDEO: FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE's Betsy Morgan's Quick Change From Trisha Nixon To Susan Ford
by Michael Dale - 2015-11-09 17:21:20
STAGE TUBE: Watch 'Amy Carter' and More in Four Numbers from FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE at The Public
by Stage Tube - 2015-11-05 16:54:37
STAGE TUBE: Watch Barbara Walsh Perform 'Happy Pat' from FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-11-03 08:54:15
TV: Watch Highlights from Michael John LaChiusa's FIRST DAUGHTER SUITE at the Public Theater!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-10-22 16:06:00
MEGA STAGE TUBE: Carolee Carmello, Ben Platt & More Sing Maltby & Shire at 54 Below
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-12-31 10:05:34
TV: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Season 2 Wraps with an All-Star Cast in 'Another Interruption' Finale!
by SUBMISSIONS ONLY - 2012-04-27 14:48:32
TV: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Season Finale Trailer with Nick Jonas & More!
by SUBMISSIONS ONLY - 2012-04-24 14:23:36
TV: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Season 2, Episode 7 Trailer! Adam Pascal & More!
by SUBMISSIONS ONLY - 2012-03-27 13:54:38
TV: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Season 2, Episode 6 Trailer Featuring Marc Kudisch, Cass Morgan & More!
by SUBMISSIONS ONLY - 2012-02-23 13:49:03
TV: SUBMISSIONS ONLY Season 2, Episode 5 - Michael Urie, Kristen Johnston & More in "Y'all Were Great"!
by Robert Diamond - 2012-01-27 09:26:31
TV EXCLUSIVE: SUBMISSIONS ONLY - Season 2, Episode 5 Trailer!
by SUBMISSIONS ONLY - 2012-01-20 11:21:05
STAGE TUBE: McKechnie Sings SWEET CHARITY's 'Where Am I Going?'
by Robert Diamond - 2010-04-10 16:06:11
News
Mary Testa To Join George Abud's 3PENNY OPERA Starring Katrina Lenk and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
Off-Brand Opera has revealed the complete casting for George Abud's new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht & Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, with the score adaptation by Jake Landau.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025
Off-Brand Opera has revealed the complete casting for George Abud's new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht & Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, with the score adaptation by Jake Landau.
Katrina Lenk, Barbara Walsh and George Abud To Star In 3PENNY Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2025
Off-Brand Opera will present George Abud's new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht & Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, with the score adaptation by Jake Landau, starring Katrina Lenk, George Abud and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2025
Off-Brand Opera will present George Abud's new adaptation of Bertolt Brecht & Kurt Weill's Threepenny Opera, with the score adaptation by Jake Landau, starring Katrina Lenk, George Abud and more.
Frank DiLella to Host THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW YORK CITY: AN OPERA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Frank DiLella, Emmy Award-winning Journalist, media personality and host of ON STAGE on Spectrum NY1, will join the one-night-only debut concert presentation of The Real Housewives of New York City: An Opera.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Frank DiLella, Emmy Award-winning Journalist, media personality and host of ON STAGE on Spectrum NY1, will join the one-night-only debut concert presentation of The Real Housewives of New York City: An Opera.
THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW YORK CITY: AN OPERA is Coming to The Cutting Room
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
Cast and creatives have been revealed for one-night-only debut concert presentation of The Real Housewives of New York City: An Opera. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2025
Cast and creatives have been revealed for one-night-only debut concert presentation of The Real Housewives of New York City: An Opera. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside the After Party For HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 26, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the after party here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 26, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the after party here!
Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025
Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!
Exclusive: Alysha Umphress Sings 'Love is Only Love' from HELLO, DOLLY!
by Joey Mervis - Jun 18, 2025
BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive preview of one of Barbra Streisand's songs from the film, 'Love is Only Love', performed by Umphress with Chancey at the piano. Watch the full performance in this video!
by Joey Mervis - Jun 18, 2025
BroadwayWorld is very excited to bring you an exclusive preview of one of Barbra Streisand's songs from the film, 'Love is Only Love', performed by Umphress with Chancey at the piano. Watch the full performance in this video!
Frank DiLella and Gracie Lawrence Join HELLO, DOLLY! Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025
Spectrum News NY1's Frank Dilella will join Lee Roy Reams to co-host Hello, Dolly!, the company's one-night-only concert, as well as Tony nominee Gracie Lawrence, currently performing in Just In Time.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025
Spectrum News NY1's Frank Dilella will join Lee Roy Reams to co-host Hello, Dolly!, the company's one-night-only concert, as well as Tony nominee Gracie Lawrence, currently performing in Just In Time.
Best Cabaret in June 2025: Tony Danza, Darren Criss, Bridgett Everett & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 1, 2025
We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret and Broadway with shows in NYC - at a range of budget points. Now's your chance to see these stars live in an intimate venue.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 1, 2025
We've put together a list of some of the biggest stars of the stage and screen and the biggest names in jazz, cabaret and Broadway with shows in NYC - at a range of budget points. Now's your chance to see these stars live in an intimate venue.
Photos: Maria Bilbao, Kennedy Caughell and More at Abingdon Theatre Company’s Brave New Voices Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
Get a first look at photos of the cast of Abingdon Theatre Company’s benefit concert of Brave New Voices: The Music of Every Wednesday Night that took place at Chelsea Table + Stage last Thursday, May 15th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025
Get a first look at photos of the cast of Abingdon Theatre Company’s benefit concert of Brave New Voices: The Music of Every Wednesday Night that took place at Chelsea Table + Stage last Thursday, May 15th.
Kate Baldwin, Santino Fontana, J. Harrison Ghee and More to Star in HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025
Hello, Dolly!, featuring an all-star cast of Tony Award winners and nominees, will be the eleventh presentation in the Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series—for one night only. Learn how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025
Hello, Dolly!, featuring an all-star cast of Tony Award winners and nominees, will be the eleventh presentation in the Anne L. Bernstein Concert Series—for one night only. Learn how to attend!
Ryan Vasquez, Maria Bilbao, Ryan Silverman Will Join Abingdon Theatre Company's Brave New Voices
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2025
Abingdon Theatre Company has announced recent cast additions to their upcoming Brave New Voices event, a concert performance of new musical Every Wednesday Night.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2025
Abingdon Theatre Company has announced recent cast additions to their upcoming Brave New Voices event, a concert performance of new musical Every Wednesday Night.
Terrence Mann, Kara Lindsay and More to Lead EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Abingdon Theatre Company will present their next Brave New Voices event, a concert performance of Every Wednesday Night, starring Terrence Mann and more. Learn more and see how to attend!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025
Abingdon Theatre Company will present their next Brave New Voices event, a concert performance of Every Wednesday Night, starring Terrence Mann and more. Learn more and see how to attend!
Flashback: Broadway Sings William Finn
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 11, 2025
Composer and lyricist William Finn passed away on April 7 at the age of 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more. Watch in these videos as some of Broadway's best take on his iconic catalog.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 11, 2025
Composer and lyricist William Finn passed away on April 7 at the age of 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more. Watch in these videos as some of Broadway's best take on his iconic catalog.
Photos: WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Raises Money for the Harris Victory Fund
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2024
Earlier this week, women of Broadway united for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Check out photos from inside the event here!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 30, 2024
Earlier this week, women of Broadway united for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Check out photos from inside the event here!
Exclusive: Carmel Dean’s WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN in Rehearsals
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 25, 2024
On Monday, women of Broadway unite for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women, directed by Schele Williams. Watch as we bring you exclusive highlights from inside rehearsals!
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 25, 2024
On Monday, women of Broadway unite for a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women, directed by Schele Williams. Watch as we bring you exclusive highlights from inside rehearsals!
Lilli Cooper, Krystina Alabado & More Join WELL-BEHAVED WOMEN Benefit Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Krystina Alabado, Klea Blackhurst, Lilli Cooper, Natalie Joy Johnson and Barbara Walsh will join the star-studded company of women participating in a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 23, 2024
Krystina Alabado, Klea Blackhurst, Lilli Cooper, Natalie Joy Johnson and Barbara Walsh will join the star-studded company of women participating in a one-night-only benefit of Carmel Dean’s song cycle Well-Behaved Women. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Bruce Sabath, Adam Heller & Barbara Walsh to Join MOSES MAN: FINDING HOME Industry Presentation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024
Bruce Sabath, Adam Heller, and Barbara Walsh are set to join the special invite-only industry presentation of MOSES MAN: FINDING HOME on October 10, showcasing a compelling new production. Learn more about the event!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2024
Bruce Sabath, Adam Heller, and Barbara Walsh are set to join the special invite-only industry presentation of MOSES MAN: FINDING HOME on October 10, showcasing a compelling new production. Learn more about the event!
Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Perform FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024
See photos of Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin and more performing Follies in concert at Carnegie Hall!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2024
See photos of Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin and more performing Follies in concert at Carnegie Hall!
Kate Baldwin, Beth Leavel, and More Join FOLLIES Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024
The complete cast has now been announced for Transport Group's concert production of Follies. The sold-out event will play one night only—Thursday, June 20, at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024
The complete cast has now been announced for Transport Group's concert production of Follies. The sold-out event will play one night only—Thursday, June 20, at 8:00 p.m. at Carnegie Hall.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Barbara Walsh been in?
Barbara Walsh has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Barbara Walsh been in?
Barbara Walsh has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Barbara Walsh been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical, HELEN Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Carrie: The Musical, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Grey Gardens , Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Company, Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Falsettos and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Falsettos.
What awards has Barbara Walsh won?
Barbara Walsh has won the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Musical award at the Helen Hayes Awards for Carrie: The Musical. She also received the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in Falsettos.
Videos