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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

Mother Play Mother Play
[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2024
Martha
To Kill A Mockingbird To Kill A Mockingbird
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2021
Scout
A Parallelogram A Parallelogram
[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2017
Bee
The Cherry Orchard The Cherry Orchard
[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Broadway Revival, 2016
Varya
The Oldest Boy The Oldest Boy
[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Production, 2014
Mother
The Glass Menagerie The Glass Menagerie
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2013
The Daughter
Peter and the Starcatcher Peter and the Starcatcher
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2012
Molly
Merrily We Roll Along Merrily We Roll Along
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2012
Mary Flynn
Peter and the Starcatcher Peter and the Starcatcher
[Off-Broadway]
New York Theatre Workshop Production, 2011
Molly
A Small Fire A Small Fire
[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2011
Jenny Bridges
Saved Saved
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008
Mary
Les Miserables Les Miserables
[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2006
Eponine
Whore
Eponine
Whore
Little Fish
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 2006
Performer
Princesses
[New York]
Reading, 2006
Vanities
[New York]
Reading, 2005
The Secret Garden
[New York]
New York Concert, 2005
Martha
Catch Me If You Can
[New York]
Reading, 2005
Brenda
Summer of '42
[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 2005
Performer
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
Olive Ostrovsky
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
The Light in the Piazza
[Chicago (Regional)]
Regional Production, 2004
Performer
O. Henry's Lovers
[Regional (US)]
Goodspeed Production, 2003
Little Fish
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Young Girl
Charlotte/Cinder (Understudy)
Charlotte (Understudy) [Replacement]
Cinder (Understudy) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Charlotte (Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Charlotte/Cinder (Unknown)
Cinder (Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Charlotte/Cinder (Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Cinder (Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
(Unknown) [Replacement]
Sweeney Todd
[Regional (US)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Johanna
Summer of '42
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Aggie
Summer of '42
[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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Photos: Kevin McHale, Jasmine Amy Rogers and More in SPELLING BEE Portraits Photo
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 Photo
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: On The Opening Night Red Carpet For THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BE Photo
Photos: On The Opening Night Red Carpet For THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 17, 2025

Photos: J. Harrison Ghee, Jim Parsons and More Join 92NY to Celebrate 35 Years of New Photo
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 Photo
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 Photo
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 Campbel Photo
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 Photo
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 Photo
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.
J. Harrison Ghee, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Join New 42 Event Photo
J. Harrison Ghee, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Join New 42 Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2025

Step into the spotlight for a rare and dazzling afternoon as New 42 marks its 35th anniversary featuring J. Harrison Ghee, Mandy Gonzalez and more. Learn more.
Celia Keenan-Bolger, Edie Falco and More to Take Part in SPIRITUS Reading Series Photo
Celia Keenan-Bolger, Edie Falco and More to Take Part in SPIRITUS Reading Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2025

Spiritus, a reading series, will be presented at the DR2 Theatre. Each reading of Spiritus will feature a different celebrated actor taking on the role of Virgil. Learn more here!
Video: University of Michigan Presents WICKED Halftime Show Photo
Video: University of Michigan Presents WICKED Halftime Show
by Michael Major - Sep 15, 2025

The University of Michigan Marching Band is collaborating with the SMTD Dept. of Musical Theatre for a Wicked halftime show! Watch the video, which includes 'No One Mourns the Wicked,' 'Popular,' 'Dancing Through Life,' and 'Defying Gravity.'
Photos: 2025 American Theatre Wing Gala Celebrates 'Unsung Heroes' Photo
Photos: 2025 American Theatre Wing Gala Celebrates 'Unsung Heroes'
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

The American Theatre Wing held its annual fall gala on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street, with this year’s event honoring the “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry.” Check out photos from inside the star-studded event!
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bernadette Peters and More Portraits from the 2025 Americ Photo
Photos: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bernadette Peters and More Portraits from the 2025 American Theatre Wing Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

The American Theatre Wing held its annual fall gala on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street, with this year’s event honoring the “Unsung Heroes of the Theatre Industry.” Check out the star-studded photo portrait gallery from the event here!
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration Photo
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025

Performing arts and arts education nonprofit New 42 celebrated the 25th anniversary of New 42 Studios with a luncheon hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff. See footage from the event here!
Photos: New 42 Studios Celebrates 25th Birthday Photo
Photos: New 42 Studios Celebrates 25th Birthday
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 8, 2025

Earlier today, New 42 Studios hosted a luncheon to celebrate 25 years of making Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special day and you can check out photos from the red carpet here.
Theatergoing in the Time of The Gilded Age Photo
Theatergoing in the Time of The Gilded Age
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 24, 2025

The Gilded Age recently wrapped up its third season on HBO, to record-setting viewership. Much to the delight of theatre fans, the cast of the show includes a wealth of actors who are beloved for their work in theatre. Cast by Adam Caldwell and Bernie Telsey, The Gilded Age shoots in the New York area, which gave the team the ability to cast many actors who regularly work in theatre.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of TWELFTH NIGHT Photo
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of TWELFTH NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 22, 2025

The Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals!
Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and More Set For American Theatre Wing 'Unsung Heroes Photo
Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and More Set For American Theatre Wing 'Unsung Heroes' Gala
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2025

The American Theatre Wing has announced the lineup for their 2025 Fall Gala Celebration, which will be held on the evening of Monday, September 8, 2025, at 6:30PM, at Cipriani 42nd Street.
Charles Busch, Richard Kind, Celia Keenan-Bolger, To Star In DIE MOMMIE DIE! Benefit Photo
Charles Busch, Richard Kind, Celia Keenan-Bolger, To Star In DIE MOMMIE DIE! Benefit Reading At Sharon Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2025

The Sharon Playhouse will present a special one-night-only staged reading of Charles Busch’s cult camp classic Die Mommie Die! on Friday, September 12 at 7:00 p.m. in The Bobbie Olsen Theater.
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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 received several prestigious awards throughout her career. She won the Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Mother Play. For To Kill a Mockingbird, she earned Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards. She also received Best Featured Actress in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Glass Menagerie, along with the Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater from the Theatre World Awards for the same production. Additionally, she won Best Featured Actress in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Peter and the Starcatcher. Her performance in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee was recognized with a Theatre World Award.

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