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BIO

CELIA KEENAN-BOLGER returns to Second Stage Theater where she appeared in A Parellelogram, Bachelorette, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Little Fish. Other credits - Broadway: To Kill a Mockingbird, Glass Menagerie, The Cherry Orchard, Peter and The Starcatcher, Les Misérables, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Off-Broadway: The Oldest Boy, Merrily We Roll Along, A Small Fire. Select Film/TV: “The Gilded Age,” “Bull,” “Louie,” “The Good Wife,” “Nurse Jackie,” “Good Behavior,”



“Elementary,” Diane, The Visit, Breakable You. Tony Award, Outer Critics Circle, three Drama Desk Award wins. Member of The Actors Center. NYCLU Michael Friedman Freedom Award recipient. UMichigan graduate. Training to be an end-of-life doula.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2024
Martha


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Scout


[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2017
Bee


[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Broadway Revival, 2016
Varya


[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Production, 2014
Mother


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2013
The Daughter


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Molly


[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2012
Mary Flynn


[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Production, 2011
Molly


[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2011
Jenny Bridges


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008
Mary




[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2006
Eponine

Whore

Eponine

Whore

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 2006
Performer


[New York]
Reading, 2006


[New York]
Reading, 2005


[New York]
New York Concert, 2005
Martha


[New York]
Reading, 2005
Brenda


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 2005
Performer


[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
Olive Ostrovsky


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005




[Chicago (Regional)]
Regional Production, 2004
Performer


[Regional (US)]
Goodspeed Production, 2003


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Young Girl




Charlotte/Cinder (Understudy)

Charlotte (Understudy) [Replacement]

Cinder (Understudy) [Replacement]

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Charlotte (Unknown) [Replacement]

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Charlotte/Cinder (Unknown)

Cinder (Unknown) [Replacement]

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Charlotte/Cinder (Unknown)

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Cinder (Unknown) [Replacement]

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[Regional (US)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Johanna


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Aggie




[Chester, CT (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2000


Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Mother Play

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Mother Play

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Mother Play


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, To Kill a Mockingbird

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Celia Keenan-Bolger, To Kill a Mockingbird


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, To Kill a Mockingbird


winner
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, To Kill a Mockingbird


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Featured Actress in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, The Glass Menagerie


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, The Glass Menagerie


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2014 - Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater

Celia Keenan-Bolger, The Glass Menagerie

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, The Glass Menagerie


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Featured Actress in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Peter and the Starcatcher

Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Peter and the Starcatcher

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Peter and the Starcatcher

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Peter and the Starcatcher

Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Celia Keenan-Bolger, Les Miserables


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2005 - Performance

Celia Keenan-Bolger, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Celia Keenan-Bolger, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

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News


Taylor Trensch, Maggie Kuntz Among New Broadway Stars in THE GILDED AGE Season 4
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2026

Casting details have been released for the upcoming fourth season of The Gilded Age, the HBO costume drama full of Broadway and stage veterans. New additions to the cast include Tony Award winner Bonnie Milligan, Tony Award nominee Taylor Trensch, Maggie Kuntz (John Proctor Is the Villain, The Outsiders), and more.
Amber Iman, Victoria Clark, Brandon Uranowitz and More Join 2026 Vineyard Theatre Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026

Vineyard Theatre has revealed the initial line-up of stars set for Vineyard Theatre's 2026 Gala, honoring four-time Tony Award nominee Judy Kuhn and renowned entertainment attorney David Berlin.
Photos: Celia Keenan-Bolger, Tony Shalhoub & More Rehearse for ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL)
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 10, 2026

Rehearsals are underway for The Public Theater's world premiere of ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL), a new play by 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize finalist Anna Ziegler and directed by Drama Desk, Drama League, and Lucille Lortel nominee Tyne Rafaeli. Check out photos from rehearsals here!
Video: Watch Artists Protest ICE at The People's Filibuster at Public Theater
by Gillian Blum - Feb 1, 2026

Artists including Lin-Manuel Miranda and Sara Bareilles gathered in protest Saturday at The People's Filibuster outside The Public Theater in New York City in protest of ICE.
Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2026

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre this month. February is filled with world premieres featuring well-known stars. See the full list!
Danny Burstein and Ruthie Ann Miles to Host SDCF 'Mr. Abbott' Award Gala Celebrating Bartlett Sher
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2026

Tony Award-winners Danny Burstein and Ruthie Ann Miles will co-host Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation “Mr. Abbott” Award Gala celebrating Bartlett Sher.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Leguizamo and More to Join The People's Filibuster Protest at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026

The Public Theater will host a public, artistic demonstration of support and solidarity for the people of Minnesota: The People's Filibuster on the steps of the Theater’s flagship building.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 26, 2026- Broadway Winter Storm Updates and More
by - Jan 26, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 26, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
New York Public Library For The Performing Arts Will Host Screening of COMMON DENOMINATOR
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2026

On Monday, Feb. 2 from 6-8 PM, The Library for the Performing Arts will host the first public screening in New York City of Common Denominator in partnership with mental health advocacy group Two Bridges.
Jim Parsons, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande and Constantine Rousouli Join TITANIQUE Broadway Cast
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026

Titanique has announced some of its Broadway cast! Alongside Marla Mindelle, who will lead the Broadway company as Celine Dion, are Jim Parsons, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande and Constantine Rousouli.
Additional Cast Set for ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL) at The Public
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025

The Public Theater has revealed additional cast members for the world premiere of ANTIGONE (THIS PLAY I READ IN HIGH SCHOOL), a new play by 2025 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize finalist Anna Ziegler.
Photos: Kevin McHale, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More in SPELLING BEE Portraits
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

The recently extended Off-Broadway production of the cult-hit musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, is officially open at New World Stages! See photos from the opening night photo booth!
Photos: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Opens At New World Stages
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

This past weekend, the cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and friends celebrated their opening night. Check out photos of the star-studded cast and guests, including members of he original Broadway cast!
Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Jim Parsons and More Join 92NY to Celebrate 35 Years of New 42
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

92NY hosted a special event yesterday celebrating the 35th anniversary of the non-profit arts organization New 42, featuring an all-star Broadway panel with Mandy Gonzalez, Jim Parsons, J. Harrison Ghee, and Celia Keenan-Bolger in conversation with New 42 President & CEO Russell Granet. Check out photos below!
Photos: MTC's QUEENS Opening Night Curtain Call and Party
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of Julia Lester, Marin Ireland, Anna Chlumsky and more at the opening night curtain call and after party!
Photos: Anna Chlumsky, Julia Lester and More on the QUEENS Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of the company on the red carpet.
Photos: Colt Coeur Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Benefit Honoring Adrienne Campbell-Holt and Alison Overseth
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

Colt Coeur, the Brooklyn-based theatre company founded in 2010, celebrated its 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash at the Wythe Hotel on Sunday, October 26. Check out photos of the event.
Colt Coeur Reveals Performers and Honorees for 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025

Colt Coeur will celebrate its 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn, featuring performances by Ato Essandoh, Celia Keenan-Bolger, and more.
Blue Roses Project to Present RED TIDE by Dom Martello in New Orleans
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025

Tony nominee and acclaimed writer Gideon Glick and producer-director James Will McBride have launched Blue Roses Project. Learn more about their upcoming production here.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Celia Keenan-Bolger been in?

Celia Keenan-Bolger has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Celia Keenan-Bolger been in?

Celia Keenan-Bolger has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Celia Keenan-Bolger been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mother Play, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mother Play, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mother Play, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for To Kill a Mockingbird, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for To Kill a Mockingbird, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for To Kill a Mockingbird, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for To Kill a Mockingbird, Best Featured Actress in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Glass Menagerie, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Glass Menagerie, Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater (Theatre World Awards) for The Glass Menagerie, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Glass Menagerie, Best Featured Actress in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Les Miserables, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.

What awards has Celia Keenan-Bolger won?

Celia Keenan-Bolger has won several prestigious awards throughout her career. She received the Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for Mother Play. She also earned the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for To Kill a Mockingbird, along with the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Additionally, she won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for To Kill a Mockingbird. For The Glass Menagerie, she was honored with the Best Featured Actress in a Play by the BroadwayWorld Awards, the Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play by the Drama Desk Awards, and the Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater from the Theatre World Awards. Keenan-Bolger also received the Best Featured Actress in a Play from the BroadwayWorld Awards for Peter and the Starcatcher. Lastly, she earned recognition for her performance in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee with an award from the Theatre World Awards.

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