Dianne Wiest
Latest News on Dianne Wiest:
James Bundy to Step Down From Positions at David Geffen School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre (Feb 27, 2025)
Jane Lynch, Sharon Lawrence, Gina Torres, John Ross Bowie And More Set For PARENTS IN CHAINS World Premiere (Feb 21, 2025)
Photos: The 68th Annual OBIE Awards Welcome Cole Escola, Diane Wiest and More (Feb 12, 2025)
James Bundy to Step Down From Positions at David Geffen School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre (Feb 27, 2025)
Jane Lynch, Sharon Lawrence, Gina Torres, John Ross Bowie And More Set For PARENTS IN CHAINS World Premiere (Feb 21, 2025)
Photos: The 68th Annual OBIE Awards Welcome Cole Escola, Diane Wiest and More (Feb 12, 2025)
BIO
She has won two Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actress for 1986’s Hannah and Her Sisters and 1994’s Bullets Over Broadway (both directed by Woody Allen), one Golden Globe Award for Bullets over Broadway, the 1997 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for Road to Avonlea, and the 2008 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for In Treatment. In addition, she was nominated for an Academy Award for 1989’s Parenthood.
Other film appearances by Wiest include Footloose (1984); Woody Allen's The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985), Radio Days (1987), and September (1987); The Lost Boys (1987), Bright Lights, Big City (1988), Edward Scissorhands (1990), Little Man Tate (1991), The Birdcage (1996), Practical Magic (1998), Dan in Real Life (2007), Synecdoche, New York (2008), Rabbit Hole (2010), The Mule (2018), Let Them All Talk (2020) and I Care a Lot (2020). She also appeared in the television series Law & Order (2000–02), and the CBS comedy Life in Pieces (2015–2019).
Photos
From left, Center Theatre Group Artistic Director Michael Ritchie, cast member Dianne Wiest and director James Bundy backstage after the opening night performance of â€"Happy Days†at Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum on May 22, 2019, in Los Angeles
Date:
05/23/2019
From: Photo Flash: Opening Night Of HAPPY DAYS At Mark Taper Forum
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award
Dianne WiestHappy Days
The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actress
Dianne Wiest, Third
Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Dianne Wiest, Other Places
Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Dianne Wiest, Serenading Louie
winner
Obie Awards - 1984 - Performance
Dianne WiestSerendaring Louie
winner
Obie Awards - 1984 - Performance
Dianne Wiest, Other Places
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining
winner
Obie Awards - 1980 - Performance
Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1980 - Performance
Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining
Videos
Video: Kevin Bacon Visits FOOTLOOSE High School Prior to Demolition
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-21 09:54:48
VIDEO: Emma Hunton and Jordan Kai Burnett Talk EDWARD SCISSORHANDS
by Stephi Wild - 2018-12-27 07:35:36
VIDEO: Dianne Wiest Totally Rocks Beckett in Madison Square Park!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-10-24 14:04:31
VIDEO: Clint Eastwood and Bradley Cooper Star in the Trailer for THE MULE
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-10-05 10:08:56
VIDEO: Alan Cumming Discusses His Groundbreaking Role on CBS' INSTINCT with Seth Meyers
by Macon Prickett - 2018-03-14 08:13:25
VIDEO: Alan Cumming Premieres Sneak Peek at 'Hoover Dam: The Musical' on LATE NIGHT
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-02-04 08:42:34
VIDEO: STEVE's Director Cynthia Nixon Clowns With Cast Member Mario Cantone
by Michael Dale - 2015-11-16 17:18:40
STAGE TUBE: Watch Trailers for CBS' New Series - SUPERGIRL, LIMITLESS & More!
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-05-13 17:46:40
TV: Chatting with Cynthia Nixon & More on Opening Night of New Group's RASHEEDA SPEAKING
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2015-02-14 08:00:52
STAGE TUBE: Watch Sneak Peek of Billy Porter in THE HUMBLING with Al Pacino
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-12-23 11:08:10
STAGE TUBE: Artistic Director Tony Taccone Introduces FALLACI at Berkeley Rep
by Stage Tube - 2013-01-25 16:35:55
STAGE TUBE: First Look - Trailer for Disney's THE ODD LIFE OF TIMOTHY GREEN
by Caryn Robbins - 2012-05-10 10:45:31
News
James Bundy to Step Down From Positions at David Geffen School of Drama and Yale Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025
James Bundy, who has served Yale since 2002 as the fifth Elizabeth Parker Ware Dean of David Geffen School of Drama and fourth Artistic Director of Yale Repertory Theatre, will step down from these positions on June 30, 2026.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025
James Bundy, who has served Yale since 2002 as the fifth Elizabeth Parker Ware Dean of David Geffen School of Drama and fourth Artistic Director of Yale Repertory Theatre, will step down from these positions on June 30, 2026.
Jane Lynch, Sharon Lawrence, Gina Torres, John Ross Bowie And More Set For PARENTS IN CHAINS World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company has announced additional casting for an add-on production to its season, the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS, written by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jay Martel and directed by Andy Fickman.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company has announced additional casting for an add-on production to its season, the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS, written by Emmy and Peabody award-winner Jay Martel and directed by Andy Fickman.
Photos: The 68th Annual OBIE Awards Welcome Cole Escola, Diane Wiest and More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025
The American Theatre Wing recently announced the winners of the esteemed Obie Awards. The recipients of the 68th Annual Awards, Off and Off-Off-Broadway’s Highest Honor. Check out photos from the event featuring Cole Escola, Dianne Weist, the company of Cats: The Jellicle Ball and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2025
The American Theatre Wing recently announced the winners of the esteemed Obie Awards. The recipients of the 68th Annual Awards, Off and Off-Off-Broadway’s Highest Honor. Check out photos from the event featuring Cole Escola, Dianne Weist, the company of Cats: The Jellicle Ball and more.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Broadway’s Shrinking Orchestras, Trump Moves to Reshape the Kennedy Center Board
by Alex Freeman - Feb 10, 2025
Erin Harkey takes the helm at Americans for the Arts, while Nidia Medina and Liam Sinclair step into key leadership roles at INTAR Theatre and the National Theatre of Scotland. Broadway sees ongoing changes, from the shrinking size of show orchestras to Broadway Bridges expanding student access. Meanwhile, political actions threaten arts institutions, with Trump’s move against the Kennedy Center board and potential funding cuts in Philadelphia. We’ve also got the full list of winners at the Obie Awards, and the latest updates on the New York State investigation into Shen Yun.
by Alex Freeman - Feb 10, 2025
Erin Harkey takes the helm at Americans for the Arts, while Nidia Medina and Liam Sinclair step into key leadership roles at INTAR Theatre and the National Theatre of Scotland. Broadway sees ongoing changes, from the shrinking size of show orchestras to Broadway Bridges expanding student access. Meanwhile, political actions threaten arts institutions, with Trump’s move against the Kennedy Center board and potential funding cuts in Philadelphia. We’ve also got the full list of winners at the Obie Awards, and the latest updates on the New York State investigation into Shen Yun.
2024 Obie Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2025
The American Theatre Wing has just announced the winners of the esteemed Obie Awards-Off and Off-Off-Broadway’s Highest Honor. We have the full list here!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 2, 2025
The American Theatre Wing has just announced the winners of the esteemed Obie Awards-Off and Off-Off-Broadway’s Highest Honor. We have the full list here!
Meet the Cast of ENGLISH, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Sanaz Toossi's English, directed by Knud Adams, is officially coming to Broadway, and is now playing. Meet the cast of English here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 3, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company's production of Sanaz Toossi's English, directed by Knud Adams, is officially coming to Broadway, and is now playing. Meet the cast of English here!
32 Theater Books for Your Fall 2024 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 6, 2024
We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 32 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2024 reading list.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 6, 2024
We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 32 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2024 reading list.
THE PLAY'S THE THING BY by James Magruder Published by Yale University Press
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024
The stories of American film, television, Broadway, and regional theater are entwined with the story of Yale Repertory Theatre in The Play's the Thing out now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024
The stories of American film, television, Broadway, and regional theater are entwined with the story of Yale Repertory Theatre in The Play's the Thing out now.
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Video: ROSEMARY'S BABY Spin-Off APARTMENT 7A Receives Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2024
Paramount+ has released the trailer for Apartment 7A, the latest entry in the Rosemary's Baby franchise. The film, which serves as a prequel to the 1968 horror classic, will be released on the streamer on September 27, following its debut at Fantastic Fest Friday, September 20.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2024
Paramount+ has released the trailer for Apartment 7A, the latest entry in the Rosemary's Baby franchise. The film, which serves as a prequel to the 1968 horror classic, will be released on the streamer on September 27, following its debut at Fantastic Fest Friday, September 20.
Krysta Rodriguez and Alan Cumming Join Indie Comedy Feature LUNCH HOUR
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024
Krysta Rodriguez and Alan Cumming are among the names that are set to star in Lunch Hour, a new film directed by Larry Guterman from a script by Oren Safdie. Rodriguez and Cumming will appear alongside Thomas Middleditch.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2024
Krysta Rodriguez and Alan Cumming are among the names that are set to star in Lunch Hour, a new film directed by Larry Guterman from a script by Oren Safdie. Rodriguez and Cumming will appear alongside Thomas Middleditch.
South Coast Repertory Names Suzanne Appel As Managing Director
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2024
South Coast Repertory and its Board of Trustees have announced that Suzanne Appel will be the theatre’s new managing director. The appointment follows a national search. Appel joins Artistic Director David Ivers as co-chief executive officer of the Tony Award-winning theatre, now celebrating its 60th season.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2024
South Coast Repertory and its Board of Trustees have announced that Suzanne Appel will be the theatre’s new managing director. The appointment follows a national search. Appel joins Artistic Director David Ivers as co-chief executive officer of the Tony Award-winning theatre, now celebrating its 60th season.
Alan Cumming Signs First Look Deal With NBCUniversal
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2024
Five-time Emmy Award-nominated actor Alan Cumming has signed a producer first-look deal with NBCUniversal. The deal is inclusive of both scripted and unscripted content and spans the breadth of NBCUniversal’s portfolio of brands. Cumming is currently the host and producer of Peacock’s hit cultural phenomenon The Traitors, the #1 unscripted series.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2024
Five-time Emmy Award-nominated actor Alan Cumming has signed a producer first-look deal with NBCUniversal. The deal is inclusive of both scripted and unscripted content and spans the breadth of NBCUniversal’s portfolio of brands. Cumming is currently the host and producer of Peacock’s hit cultural phenomenon The Traitors, the #1 unscripted series.
ALAN CUMMING: UNCUT Comes to the State Theatre of New Jersey
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024
State Theatre New Jersey will present Alan Cumming: Uncut on Saturday, June 22 at 8pm.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024
State Theatre New Jersey will present Alan Cumming: Uncut on Saturday, June 22 at 8pm.
Jurors Announced For NYC WEB FEST 2024
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024
The NYC Web Fest has announced that submissions are now open for its 11th annual edition. From November 8th to the 10th, 2024, creators, industry professionals, and enthusiasts from around the world will gather in the heart of New York City to celebrate the best in web series, short films, and pilot episodes.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024
The NYC Web Fest has announced that submissions are now open for its 11th annual edition. From November 8th to the 10th, 2024, creators, industry professionals, and enthusiasts from around the world will gather in the heart of New York City to celebrate the best in web series, short films, and pilot episodes.
Video: Kevin Bacon Visits FOOTLOOSE High School Prior to Demolition
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024
Watch a video of Kevin Bacon's speech to Payson High School students on prom night here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024
Watch a video of Kevin Bacon's speech to Payson High School students on prom night here!
24 Theater Books for Your Spring 2024 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 23, 2024
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 23, 2024
Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.
Pittsburgh Public Theater to Present Global Livestream Of DRAGON LADY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024
Pittsburgh Public Theater's newest venture is a first in the organization's nearly 50-year history as it will live stream select performances of a mainstage production. See where and when to watch performances of Dragon Lady.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024
Pittsburgh Public Theater's newest venture is a first in the organization's nearly 50-year history as it will live stream select performances of a mainstage production. See where and when to watch performances of Dragon Lady.
Vineyard Theatre Appoints New Members to Board of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023
Discover the latest updates from the Vineyard Theatre as they reveal new additions to their Board of Directors. Get all the details on who will be joining the prestigious board.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2023
Discover the latest updates from the Vineyard Theatre as they reveal new additions to their Board of Directors. Get all the details on who will be joining the prestigious board.
FOOTLOOSE Debuts On 4K Ultra HD In Celebration Of The Film's 40th Anniversary
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2023
The film features an exceptional supporting cast, including Lori Singer, Dianne Wiest, John Lithgow, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Chris Penn, along with a sensational soundtrack featuring Kenny Loggins, Shalamar, Deniece Williams, Bonnie Tyler, Quiet Riot, John Mellencamp, Foreigner, and more.
by Michael Major - Dec 11, 2023
The film features an exceptional supporting cast, including Lori Singer, Dianne Wiest, John Lithgow, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Chris Penn, along with a sensational soundtrack featuring Kenny Loggins, Shalamar, Deniece Williams, Bonnie Tyler, Quiet Riot, John Mellencamp, Foreigner, and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Dianne Wiest been in?
Dianne Wiest has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Dianne Wiest been in?
Dianne Wiest has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Dianne Wiest been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Happy Days, Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for Third, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Other Places, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Serenading Louie, Performance (Obie Awards) for Serendaring Louie, Performance (Obie Awards) for Other Places, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Art of Dining, Performance (Obie Awards) for The Art of Dining and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Art of Dining.
What awards has Dianne Wiest won?
Dianne Wiest has won the following awards: Performance (Obie Awards) for Serendading Louie, Performance (Obie Awards) for Other Places, Performance (Obie Awards) for The Art of Dining, and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Art of Dining.
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