Dianne Wiest
Latest News on Dianne Wiest:
WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks & More Extended at TFANA (Nov 21, 2023)
Interview: Josh Hamilton Jars Dianne Wiest's Memory Bank in SCENE PARTNERS (Nov 22, 2023)
Broadway Buying Guide: November 20, 2023 (Nov 20, 2023)
WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks & More Extended at TFANA (Nov 21, 2023)
Interview: Josh Hamilton Jars Dianne Wiest's Memory Bank in SCENE PARTNERS (Nov 22, 2023)
Broadway Buying Guide: November 20, 2023 (Nov 20, 2023)
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Wiest has twice won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, for the Woody Allen films Hannah and Her Sisters (1986) and Bullets over Broadway (1994), and appeared in three other films by Allen; The Purple Rose of Cairo (1985), Radio Days (1987), and September (1987). She also received an Academy Award nomination for Parenthood (1989), and won a Golden Globe Award for Bullets over Broadway.
Wiest's other film appearances include Footloose (1984), 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), and Sisters (2015). She won 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 (2008–09). Her other television credits include Law & Order (2000–02), and the CBS comedy series Life in Pieces (2015–2019). Wiest can most recently be seen in the 2021 release of a dark action thriller, I Care a Lot starring opposite Rosamund Pike.
Dianne Wiest 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 �"Happy Days†at Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum on May 22, 2019, in Los Angeles
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05/23/2019
From: Photo Flash: Opening Night Of HAPPY DAYS At Mark Taper Forum
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Dianne Wiest Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award
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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
Obie Awards - 1984 - Performance
Dianne WiestSerendaring Louie
Obie Awards - 1984 - Performance
Dianne Wiest, Other Places
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining
Obie Awards - 1980 - Performance
Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining
Theatre World Awards - 1980 - Performance
Dianne Wiest, The Art of Dining
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Dianne Wiest News
WAITING FOR GODOT Starring Michael Shannon, Paul Sparks & More Extended at TFANA
Theatre for a New Audience, responding to demand, will present a two-week extension of its production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, directed by Arin Arbus. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Interview: Josh Hamilton Jars Dianne Wiest's Memory Bank in SCENE PARTNERS
The Broadway veteran plays an assortment of characters in the realty-bending play written by John J. Caswell Jr.
Broadway Buying Guide: November 20, 2023
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Review Roundup: SCENE PARTNERS, Starring Dianne Wiest
Vineyard Theatre just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of Scene Partners by John J. Caswell, Jr., directed by Tony Award winner Rachel Chavkin. Let see what the critics had to say!
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of SCENE PARTNERS at The Vineyard Theatre Starring Dianne Wiest and More!
Vineyard Theatre's world premiere of Scene Partners by John J. Caswell, Jr. (Wet Brain), directed by Tony Award winner Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown) opened on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, and Broadway World was there to capture the festivities. Check out photos here!
Vineyard Theatre Reveals 2023-24 Award Recipients
This year, the Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, Susan Stroman Directing Award and Colman Domingo Award will be given during the company's annual Emerging Artists Celebration, to be held on Friday, December 1 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at the National Arts Club.
Broadway Buying Guide: November 6, 2023
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SCENE PARTNERS Extended for Two Weeks at Vineyard Theatre
Vineyard Theatre will present a two-week extension for the world premiere of Scene Partners by John J. Caswell, Jr. (Wet Brain), directed by Tony Award winner Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown).
Broadway Buying Guide: October 30, 2023
Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 23, 2023.
LEMPICKA Will Open On Broadway Spring 2024
Lempicka, the sweeping new musical portrait celebrating the gripping true story of renowned artist Tamara de Lempicka, will open on Broadway this spring at the Longacre Theatre (220 W 48th St). Eden Espinosa, who originated the titular role in critically acclaimed performances at Williamstown Theatre Festival and La Jolla Playhouse, will star in the production.
Playwrights' Theatre Of East Hampton to Present Concert Staging Of A MILONGA FOR GABRIEL ISSACS
Join in for a concert staging of the new comedy with music 'A Milonga for Gabriel Issacs' on October 21 at 7:30 p.m. Written by John McCaffrey and Mark Singer, directed by Paul Lincoln, and featuring music by The Oscar Feldman Trio and live tango by Sandra Antognazzi. Tickets available online.
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS, HELL'S KITCHEN & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for October
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this October is a campy, sexy twist on a classic story, a world premiere musical, and more.
Eric Berryman, Johanna Day & More Join SCENE PARTNERS World Premiere at Vineyard Theatre
Discover the latest additions to the cast of 'Scene Partners' at the Vineyard Theatre. Learn more about the exciting world premiere production and stay up-to-date with the latest news.
Vineyard Theatre Sets World Premiere & New York Premiere for 2023-24 Season
Discover the eagerly anticipated lineup of world premiere and New York premiere shows coming to Vineyard Theatre for their 2023-24 season. Get all the details on performance dates and highlights in this comprehensive article.
THE WANDERERS Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances at Roundabout Theatre Company
Roundabout Theatre Company will conclude the New York premiere of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein on Sunday, April 2.
Photos: Katie Holmes and the Cast of THE WANDERERS Celebrate Opening Night
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. Check out photos of the cast walking the opening night red carpet here!
Photos: Stars Arrive on the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE WANDERERS
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. Check out photos of the stars arriving on the opening night red carpet here!
Photos: The Cast of THE WANDERERS Takes Their Opening Night Bows
Roundabout Theatre Company officially opened The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, last night, February 16. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
THE WANDERERS By Anna Ziegler Opens Tomorrow At Roundabout's Laura Pels Theater
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the opening of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein.
Roundabout Announces Extension for THE WANDERERS
Roundabout Theatre Company just announced a one-week extension of the New York premiere of The Wanderers by Anna Ziegler, directed by Barry Edelstein, now through Sunday, April 2.
Dianne Wiest FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Dianne Wiest has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
Dianne Wiest has not appeared in the West End
Dianne Wiest has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. Some of her notable nominations include the 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" and "Serenading Louie," Performance (Obie Awards) for "Serendaring Louie," "Other Places," and "The Art of Dining," and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for "The Art of Dining." These nominations highlight her exceptional performances in various plays.
Dianne Wiest has won several awards for her performances in various Broadway shows. She has received Obie Awards for her performances in "Serendipity Louie," "Other Places," and "The Art of Dining." Additionally, she has been honored with a Theatre World Award for her performance in "The Art of Dining."
Dianne Wiest's next show will be Scene Partners which opens on 11/12/2023 on Off-Broadway.
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