Deborah Rush
Birth Place: Chatham, NJ
Latest News on Deborah Rush:
BWW Exclusive: Watch a New Clip from BEFORE/DURING/AFTER (Jan 22, 2021)
Theater Stories: The Queens of SIX, WAITRESS Box Office Records and More About Brooks Atkinson Theatre (Nov 1, 2020)
BWW Flashback: Celebrate Angela Lansbury's Birthday With a Look Back at BLITHE SPIRIT's Opening! (Oct 16, 2019)
BWW Exclusive: Watch a New Clip from BEFORE/DURING/AFTER (Jan 22, 2021)
Theater Stories: The Queens of SIX, WAITRESS Box Office Records and More About Brooks Atkinson Theatre (Nov 1, 2020)
BWW Flashback: Celebrate Angela Lansbury's Birthday With a Look Back at BLITHE SPIRIT's Opening! (Oct 16, 2019)
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Oliver's Story
[ 1978 ] 1st Girl in Bar
[ 1978 ] 1st Girl in Bar
Honky Tonk Freeway
[ 1981 ] Sister Mary Magdalene
[ 1981 ] Sister Mary Magdalene
Split Image
[ 1982 ] Judith
[ 1982 ] Judith
Zelig
[ 1983 ] Lita Fox
[ 1983 ] Lita Fox
A Night in Heaven
[ 1983 ] Patsy
[ 1983 ] Patsy
Compromising Positions
[ 1985 ] Brenda Dunck
[ 1985 ] Brenda Dunck
The Purple Rose of Cairo
[ 1985 ] Rita
[ 1985 ] Rita
Heat
[ 1986 ] D.D.
[ 1986 ] D.D.
Big Business
[ 1988 ] Binky Shelton
[ 1988 ] Binky Shelton
She-Devil
[ 1989 ] PeopleReporter
[ 1989 ] PeopleReporter
Family Business
[ 1989 ] Michele Dempsey
[ 1989 ] Michele Dempsey
Parents
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Zellner
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Zellner
My Blue Heaven
[ 1990 ] Linda
[ 1990 ] Linda
Passed Away
[ 1992 ] Denise Scanlan
[ 1992 ] Denise Scanlan
Reckless
[ 1995 ] Trish
[ 1995 ] Trish
In & Out
[ 1997 ] Ava Blazer
[ 1997 ] Ava Blazer
You've Got Mail
[ 1998 ] Veronica Grant
[ 1998 ] Veronica Grant
Advice from a Caterpillar
[ 1999 ] Diner Hostess
[ 1999 ] Diner Hostess
Three to Tango
[ 1999 ] Lenore
[ 1999 ] Lenore
The Good Girl
[ 2002 ] Gwen Jackson
[ 2002 ] Gwen Jackson
Bad Company
[ 2002 ] Mrs. Patterson
[ 2002 ] Mrs. Patterson
American Wedding
[ 2003 ] Mary Flaherty
[ 2003 ] Mary Flaherty
Strangers with Candy
[ 2005 ] Sara Blank
[ 2005 ] Sara Blank
Half Nelson
[ 2006 ] Jo Dunne
[ 2006 ] Jo Dunne
The Good Life
[ 2007 ] Diane
[ 2007 ] Diane
The Visitor
[ 2007 ] Upper Etside Woman
[ 2007 ] Upper Etside Woman
Fling
[ 2008 ] Katherine
[ 2008 ] Katherine
Julie & Julia
[ 2009 ] Avis De Voto
[ 2009 ] Avis De Voto
The Box
[ 2009 ] Clymene Steward
[ 2009 ] Clymene Steward
Rhymes with Banana
[ 2012 ] Jane
[ 2012 ] Jane
Ava's Possessions
[ 2015 ] Joanna
[ 2015 ] Joanna
Women Who Kill
[ 2016 ] Grace
[ 2016 ] Grace
Accommodations
[ 2018 ] Victoria Maon
[ 2018 ] Victoria Maon
Before/During/After
[ 2020 ] Therapist #4
[ 2020 ] Therapist #4
TV Shows
Billions
Ellen Rhoades
Ellen Rhoades
Orange Is the New Black
Carol Chapman
Carol Chapman
Spin City
Helen
Helen
Strangers with Candy
Sara Blank
Sara Blank
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Deborah Rush , Noises Off
Videos
BWW Flashback: Celebrate Angela Lansbury's Birthday With a Look Back at BLITHE SPIRIT's Opening!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-10-16 12:42:02
TV Exclusive: Sneak Peek at Highlights from Encores! GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES - Hilty, York & More!
by Robert Diamond - 2012-05-09 11:23:56
TV: Megan Hilty, Rachel York, John Rando & More Preview Encores! GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2012-05-02 09:00:51
TV: Broadway Beat - Sneak Peek at the Opening Night of Blithe Spirit on Broadway
by Craig Brockman - 2009-03-17 09:00:31
News
BWW Exclusive: Watch a New Clip from BEFORE/DURING/AFTER
by Sarah Leiber - Jan 22, 2021
before/during/after, which comes out on demand Feb 9, is the story of Jennie Lonergan, a middle-aged NYC theatre actress, who is forced to figure out the kind of person she wants to be when her seemingly perfect 15-year marriage comes to an abrupt end after she catches her husband having an affair.
by Sarah Leiber - Jan 22, 2021
before/during/after, which comes out on demand Feb 9, is the story of Jennie Lonergan, a middle-aged NYC theatre actress, who is forced to figure out the kind of person she wants to be when her seemingly perfect 15-year marriage comes to an abrupt end after she catches her husband having an affair.
Theater Stories: The Queens of SIX, WAITRESS Box Office Records and More About Brooks Atkinson Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2020
Today's Theater Stories features the Brooks Atkinson Theatre! Learn about the man for whom the theatre is named, how the theatre became a television studio for years, record-breaking hits like Waitress and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 1, 2020
Today's Theater Stories features the Brooks Atkinson Theatre! Learn about the man for whom the theatre is named, how the theatre became a television studio for years, record-breaking hits like Waitress and more!
BWW Flashback: Celebrate Angela Lansbury's Birthday With a Look Back at BLITHE SPIRIT's Opening!
by Linnae Medeiros - Oct 16, 2019
It's time to celebrate because today is the birthday of legendary stage and screen actress Angela Lansbury! In honor of the occasion, we're looking back at the opening night of her Tony-winning performance in Blithe Spirit on Broadway! Check out the video to see Lansbury alongside her co-stars Christine Ebersole, Rupert Everett, and more on this special night!
by Linnae Medeiros - Oct 16, 2019
It's time to celebrate because today is the birthday of legendary stage and screen actress Angela Lansbury! In honor of the occasion, we're looking back at the opening night of her Tony-winning performance in Blithe Spirit on Broadway! Check out the video to see Lansbury alongside her co-stars Christine Ebersole, Rupert Everett, and more on this special night!
Lionsgate Eyes ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK Sequel
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 9, 2018
After announcing that this upcoming season will be its last, producers at Lionsgate Television are already trying to determine the future of 'Orange is the New Black,' according to The Hollywood Reporter.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 9, 2018
After announcing that this upcoming season will be its last, producers at Lionsgate Television are already trying to determine the future of 'Orange is the New Black,' according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Primary Stages Announces Casting For FINAL FOLLIES And DOWNSTAIRS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2018
Primary Stages (Andrew Leynse, Artistic Director; Shane D. Hudson, Executive Director; Casey Childs, Founder) is proud to announce complete casting today for the first two productions of their 2018/19 season: Final Follies, by A.R. Gurney (Love Letters, Sylvia, Black Tie at Primary Stages) and directed by David Saint (Clever Little Lies), and Downstairs by Theresa Rebeck ("Smash," Dead Accounts, Poor Behavior at Primary Stages), directed by Adrienne Campbell-Holt (What We're Up Against). All performances will take place at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce St, New York, NY, 10014).
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2018
Primary Stages (Andrew Leynse, Artistic Director; Shane D. Hudson, Executive Director; Casey Childs, Founder) is proud to announce complete casting today for the first two productions of their 2018/19 season: Final Follies, by A.R. Gurney (Love Letters, Sylvia, Black Tie at Primary Stages) and directed by David Saint (Clever Little Lies), and Downstairs by Theresa Rebeck ("Smash," Dead Accounts, Poor Behavior at Primary Stages), directed by Adrienne Campbell-Holt (What We're Up Against). All performances will take place at the Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce St, New York, NY, 10014).
Azudi Onyejekwe, Andrew Samonsky and More Among Additional Cast and Creative Announced for Williamstown Theatre Festival
by Julie Musbach - Jun 6, 2018
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced casting and creative team additions to the 2018 season including Tony Award winners Natasha Katz and Clint Ramos, as well as details on additional programming and special events for the 2018 summer season.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 6, 2018
Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced casting and creative team additions to the 2018 season including Tony Award winners Natasha Katz and Clint Ramos, as well as details on additional programming and special events for the 2018 summer season.
The Laughter Goes On And On In NOISES OFF At Walnut Street Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Mar 23, 2018
Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 209th season with Michael Frayn's classic backstage comedy, NOISES OFF. Directed by Frank Anzalone, this production begins previews on March 13th, opens on March 21st, and runs through April 29th on the Walnut's Mainstage.
by Julie Musbach - Mar 23, 2018
Walnut Street Theatre continues its landmark 209th season with Michael Frayn's classic backstage comedy, NOISES OFF. Directed by Frank Anzalone, this production begins previews on March 13th, opens on March 21st, and runs through April 29th on the Walnut's Mainstage.
Broadway Star Will Swenson, BROADWAY BOUNTY HUNTER Among Recently Announced Berkshire Theatre Award Winners - Check Out the Full List Here!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2016
The winners of the First Annual Berkshire Theatre Awards have been announced. Seventeen arts journalists voted on 120 nominees in 25 categories chosen from artists in the 75 live theatre productions mounted in Berkshire County and adjacent areas between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2016
The winners of the First Annual Berkshire Theatre Awards have been announced. Seventeen arts journalists voted on 120 nominees in 25 categories chosen from artists in the 75 live theatre productions mounted in Berkshire County and adjacent areas between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016.
New Berkshire Theatre Awards Program Announces Nominees
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 12, 2016
In the last twelve months, more than 300,000 people attended a live theatre production in or around Berkshire County. With 75 stage productions employing hundreds of professionals, making theatre is an important cog in the area's cultural economy. In fact, many consider the region a hot spot for Broadway bound shows, and a popular summer destination for theatre-goers from around the nation.
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 12, 2016
In the last twelve months, more than 300,000 people attended a live theatre production in or around Berkshire County. With 75 stage productions employing hundreds of professionals, making theatre is an important cog in the area's cultural economy. In fact, many consider the region a hot spot for Broadway bound shows, and a popular summer destination for theatre-goers from around the nation.
Comedy WHAT THE BUTLER SAW Starts This Month at Westport Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2016
"What the Butler Saw," a shameless comedy by Joe Orton, offering a little blackmail and a lot of sexual innuendo, will be staged at Westport Country Playhouse, August 23 - September 10.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2016
"What the Butler Saw," a shameless comedy by Joe Orton, offering a little blackmail and a lot of sexual innuendo, will be staged at Westport Country Playhouse, August 23 - September 10.
Wendy Wasserstein's AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER Opens Tonight at Williamstown Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2016
Williamstown Theatre Festival hosts the opening night for the final Main Stage production of the 2016 Season tonight, August 6th at 8:00pm with Wendy Wasserstein's An American Daughter (August 3 -August 21).
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2016
Williamstown Theatre Festival hosts the opening night for the final Main Stage production of the 2016 Season tonight, August 6th at 8:00pm with Wendy Wasserstein's An American Daughter (August 3 -August 21).
Photo Flash: First Look at AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER, Opening Tomorrow at Williamstown Theatre Festival
by Ashlee Latimer - Aug 5, 2016
When the President of the United States nominates Dr. Lyssa Dent Hughes (Diane Davis) to the position of Surgeon General, the excavation of her past triggers a scandal that threatens her confirmation. As partisan politics play out, Lyssa's deep personal relationships and impressive career trajectory hang in the balance. Evan Cabnet directs Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner Wendy Wasserstein's prescient 1997 play about the cost one woman pays when she dares to have it all.
by Ashlee Latimer - Aug 5, 2016
When the President of the United States nominates Dr. Lyssa Dent Hughes (Diane Davis) to the position of Surgeon General, the excavation of her past triggers a scandal that threatens her confirmation. As partisan politics play out, Lyssa's deep personal relationships and impressive career trajectory hang in the balance. Evan Cabnet directs Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winner Wendy Wasserstein's prescient 1997 play about the cost one woman pays when she dares to have it all.
Wendy Wasserstein's AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER to Open This Weekend at Williamstown Theatre Festival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2016
Williamstown Theatre Festival hosts the opening night for the final Main Stage production of the 2016 Season Saturday, August 6th at 8:00pm with Wendy Wasserstein's An American Daughter (August 3 -August 21).
by BWW News Desk - Aug 4, 2016
Williamstown Theatre Festival hosts the opening night for the final Main Stage production of the 2016 Season Saturday, August 6th at 8:00pm with Wendy Wasserstein's An American Daughter (August 3 -August 21).
Comedy WHAT THE BUTLER SAW Starts This Month at Westport Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2016
"What the Butler Saw," a shameless comedy by Joe Orton, offering a little blackmail and a lot of sexual innuendo, will be staged at Westport Country Playhouse, August 23 - September 10.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2016
"What the Butler Saw," a shameless comedy by Joe Orton, offering a little blackmail and a lot of sexual innuendo, will be staged at Westport Country Playhouse, August 23 - September 10.
Jason Danieley Joins Cast of Williamstown Theatre Festival's AN AMERICAN DAUGHTER; Rehearsals Begin Today
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 12, 2016
Williamstown Theatre Festival begins rehearsals today for the final Main Stage production of the 2016 Season, this summer's production of Wendy Wasserstein's An American Daughter.
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 12, 2016
Williamstown Theatre Festival begins rehearsals today for the final Main Stage production of the 2016 Season, this summer's production of Wendy Wasserstein's An American Daughter.
Kate Walsh, Lindsay Mendez, Justin Long, Rebecca Naomi Jones & More Board Williamstown Theatre Festival's Summer 2016 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 25, 2016
rtistic Director Mandy Greenfield has announced additional casting for the upcoming Williamstown Theatre Festival 2016 Summer Season kicking off June 28 and running through August 21, 2016.
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 25, 2016
rtistic Director Mandy Greenfield has announced additional casting for the upcoming Williamstown Theatre Festival 2016 Summer Season kicking off June 28 and running through August 21, 2016.
Reasons To Get Excited; Broadway's January/February Openings
by Michael Dale - Dec 28, 2015
The first two months of the year are traditionally a bit slow on Broadway, but we've got four big shows coming in this year.
by Michael Dale - Dec 28, 2015
The first two months of the year are traditionally a bit slow on Broadway, but we've got four big shows coming in this year.
BEDROOM FARCE Begins Tonight at Westport Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Aug 25, 2015
Westport Country Playhouse will reunite audience favorites---playwright Alan Ayckbourn and director John Tillinger---and an ensemble of popular actors from prior Ayckbourn works at the Playhouse---in the comedy, 'Bedroom Farce,' playing tonight, August 25, through September 13. 'Bedroom Farce' received five Tony Award nominations, including Best Play, during its 1979 Broadway run.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 25, 2015
Westport Country Playhouse will reunite audience favorites---playwright Alan Ayckbourn and director John Tillinger---and an ensemble of popular actors from prior Ayckbourn works at the Playhouse---in the comedy, 'Bedroom Farce,' playing tonight, August 25, through September 13. 'Bedroom Farce' received five Tony Award nominations, including Best Play, during its 1979 Broadway run.
Westport Country Playhouse to Present BEDROOM FARCE, 8/25-9/13
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 4, 2015
Westport Country Playhouse will reunite audience favorites---playwright Alan Ayckbourn and director John Tillinger---and an ensemble of popular actors from prior Ayckbourn works at the Playhouse---in the comedy, 'Bedroom Farce,' playing August 25 through September 13. 'Bedroom Farce' received five Tony Award nominations, including Best Play, during its 1979 Broadway run.
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 4, 2015
Westport Country Playhouse will reunite audience favorites---playwright Alan Ayckbourn and director John Tillinger---and an ensemble of popular actors from prior Ayckbourn works at the Playhouse---in the comedy, 'Bedroom Farce,' playing August 25 through September 13. 'Bedroom Farce' received five Tony Award nominations, including Best Play, during its 1979 Broadway run.
Additional Tix Available for BLITHE SPIRIT at National Theatre, Thru March 29
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 21, 2015
The producers of Noel Coward's smash hit comedic play BLITHE SPIRIT, starring television legend, Oscar recipient and five-time Tony Award®-winner Angela Lansbury, have announced that additional tickets have been made available for the remaining performances of the engagement at National Theatre now through March 29.
by Sally Henry Fuller - Mar 21, 2015
The producers of Noel Coward's smash hit comedic play BLITHE SPIRIT, starring television legend, Oscar recipient and five-time Tony Award®-winner Angela Lansbury, have announced that additional tickets have been made available for the remaining performances of the engagement at National Theatre now through March 29.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Deborah Rush been in?
Deborah Rush has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Deborah Rush been in?
Deborah Rush has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Deborah Rush been nominated for?
and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Noises Off.
Videos