Estelle Parsons
Birth Place: Lynn, MA, USA
Latest News on Estelle Parsons:
Christine Toy Johnson to Present A LITTLE MORE BLUE at Riverside Theatre (Dec 4, 2023)
Photos: First Look at Judy Kaye and More in 'TIL DEATH at Abingdon Theatre Company (Nov 30, 2023)
Jeff Cohen's SQUEAKY Will Receive Developmental Readings This Month (Nov 7, 2023)
Christine Toy Johnson to Present A LITTLE MORE BLUE at Riverside Theatre (Dec 4, 2023)
Photos: First Look at Judy Kaye and More in 'TIL DEATH at Abingdon Theatre Company (Nov 30, 2023)
Jeff Cohen's SQUEAKY Will Receive Developmental Readings This Month (Nov 7, 2023)
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Parsons was last seen on Broadway in The Velocity of Autumn for which she received her fifth Tony Award nomination. Although she has spent most of her professional life in the theatre, she is most widely known for her Academy Award-winning performance in Bonnie and Clyde, and her decade-long, recurring role of Beverly, mother of the title character in the hit sitcom Roseanne.
In the theatre, she has appeared in plays by the great writers of our time, including Edward Albee, Tennessee Williams, Dario Fo, and Horton Foote. She appeared in Roberto Athayde's classic Miss Margarida's Way on Broadway, all over the United States and in London, Dublin, Turkey and Australia. She starred in August, Osage County by Tracy Letts on Broadway for a year and on the road for a year. Recently she played in Good People by David Lindsay-Abair and the Gershwin musical, Nice Work if You Can Get It, with Matthew Broderick. Her most recent New York City appearance was at Playwrights Horizons in Michael Friedman's musical Unknown Soldier which was interrupted by the pandemic. As a director, she created the New York Shakespeare Festival Players for Joseph Papp in the 1980s. She is a lifetime member of the Actors Studio and was inducted into the Theater Hall of Fame in 2004.
Estelle Parsons Photos
Dean Emeritus of the Actors Studio Drama School and host of Inside the Actors Studio, James Lipton along with Estelle Parsons of the Actors Studio join the students, faculty and administration of the Actors Studio Drama School at the opening night of
Date:
04/05/2017
From: Photo Flash: The Actors Studio Drama School 2017 Rep Season Opens with ALMOST, MAINE and ADIOS FJORD
Faculty and administration of the Actors Studio Drama School along with dignitaries of Actors Studio, including Estelle Parsons, at opening night of the 2017 Actors Studio Drama School Repertory Season.
Date:
04/05/2017
From: Photo Flash: The Actors Studio Drama School 2017 Rep Season Opens with ALMOST, MAINE and ADIOS FJORD
Michael McGrath, Judy Kaye, Kelli O'Hara, Matthew Broderick, Estelle Parsons and the ensemble cast backstage celebrating the 200th Performance of 'Nice Work if You Can Get It' on Broadway at the Imperial Theatre on October 16, 2012 in New York City.
Date:
10/17/2012
From: FREEZE FRAME: NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT Celebrates 200th Performance
Jennifer Laura Thompson, Estelle Parsons, Chris Sullivan, Cameron Adams, Judy Kaye, Kelli O'Hara, Matthew Broderick & Michael McGrath during the Broadway Opening Night Gypsy Robe Ceremony honoring Cameron Adams in 'Nice Work If You Can Get It' at the Imp
Date:
04/26/2012
From: Photo Coverage: NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT Gypsy Robe Ceremony!
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Estelle Parsons STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Unknown, 1963
Mother Courage (Understudy)
Yvette Pottier (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1958
Reservation Resident
Reservation Resident
Glenda Swenson (Understudy)
Mrs. Kellenbach (Understudy)
Estelle Parsons Productions
Estelle Parsons Awards and Nominations
- 2017 - Legend of Off-Broadway Honorees
Estelle Parsons
Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award
Estelle Parsons, The Velocity of Autumn
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Estelle Parsons, The Velocity of Autumn
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Estelle Parsons, The Velocity of Autumn
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Estelle Parsons, Good People
Helen Hayes Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production
Estelle ParsonsAugust: Osage County
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Estelle Parsons, Morning's at Seven
Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Estelle Parsons, Orgasmo Adulto Escapes from the Zoo
Drama Desk Awards - 1978 - Unique Theatrical Experience
Estelle Parsons, Miss Magarida's Way
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Estelle Parsons , Miss Margarida's Way
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Estelle Parsons , And Miss Reardon Drinks a Little
Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Estelle Parsons, Seven Descents of Myrtle
Obie Awards - 1964 - Performance
Estelle Parsons, Next Time I'll Sing To You
Obie Awards - 1964 - Performance
Estelle ParsonsIn the Summer House
Theatre World Awards - 1963 - Performance
Estelle ParsonsMrs. Dally Has a Lover
Estelle Parsons Videos
Theater Talk: Estelle Parsons and Patricia Bosworth on The Actors Studio!
by Theater Talk - Apr 9, 2018
BWW TV: Drama League Honors James Earl Jones- Watch Highlights from Inside the Ceremony!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 4, 2015
BWW TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Estelle Parsons!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Jun 29, 2014
BWW TV Flashback: Estelle Parsons and Stephen Spinella Close THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN Today
by Robert Diamond - May 4, 2014
BWW TV: Chatting with Estelle Parsons and the Company of THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN on Opening Night!
by BroadwayWorld TV - Apr 22, 2014
BWW TV: First Look at Estelle Parsons and Stephen Spinella Onstage in THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2014
BWW TV: Stephen Spinella Talks Broadway Return in THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN
by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 17, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Watch Estelle Parsons in New TV Spot for THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 10, 2014
BWW TV: Chatting with Estelle Parsons and the Company of Broadway's THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 3, 2014
BWW TV: Estelle Parsons and Stephen Spinella in Highlights of THE VELOCITY OF AUTUMN
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 19, 2013
TV: Cast Announced for BROADWAY BACKWARDS 2013- Estelle Parsons, Judy Kaye, Bruce Vilanch, Stephanie J. Block & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 30, 2013
STAGE TUBE: Backstage at the Imperial with the Cast of NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 23, 2012
STAGE TUBE: Backstage with NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT's 'Floyd', Jeff Schecter
by Stage Tube - Aug 8, 2012
BWW TV: Judy Kaye Talks Returning to Broadway and Being 'Blindsided' By Her Tony Win
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 12, 2012
BWW TV: Michael McGrath - My Tony is Heavy and Solid and Real...And It's Mine!
by Jessica Lewis - Jun 12, 2012
Estelle Parsons News
Christine Toy Johnson to Present A LITTLE MORE BLUE at Riverside Theatre
Abingdon Theatre Company is partnering with Christine Toy Johnson’s A Little More Blue as part of their DMW Greer One Night Only Series
Photos: First Look at Judy Kaye and More in 'TIL DEATH at Abingdon Theatre Company
Abingdon Theatre Company has released all new photos from the Off-Broadway premiere of ’Til Death written by Elizabeth Coplan and directed by Chad Austin. Starring Two-Time Tony Award Winner Judy Kaye, Tony Award Nominee Robert Cuccioli, with Michael Lee Brown, Dominick LaRuffa Jr., Whitney Morse, and Amy Hargreaves.
Jeff Cohen's SQUEAKY Will Receive Developmental Readings This Month
As part of its new Building the Box Developmental Reading Series, Out of the Box Theatrics will present readings of SQUEAKY, a poignant autobiographical comedy by Drama Desk Award winner Jeff Cohen.
Photos: First Look at the Cast of 'TIL DEATH at Abingdon Theatre Company
Get a first look at all new photos of the cast of Abingdon Theatre Company’s Off-Broadway Premiere of ’Til Death starring Two-Time Tony Award Winner Judy Kaye, Tony Award Nominee Robert Cuccioli, with Michael Lee Brown, Dominick LaRuffa Jr., Whitney Morse, and Amy Hargreaves. Check out the photos here!
Palm Beach Dramaworks to Present THE PERLBERG FESTIVAL OF NEW PLAYS
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents the Perlberg Festival of New Plays, featuring a lineup of exciting new works. Don't miss this opportunity to experience innovative and thought-provoking theater.
Listen: Estelle Parsons, François Clemmons & More Star in Broadway Podcast Network's AROUND THE SUN Podcast
Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway Podcast Network's 'Around the Sun' podcast, featuring Estelle Parsons, François Clemmons, and more. Listen to the highly anticipated Season 3 premiere now.
Raue Center School For The Arts Will Host Three Fall Classes
Raue Center has announced the return of its School for the Arts education program (RCSA) with three new classes.
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.
Judy Kaye and Robert Cuccioli Will Lead Abingdon Theatre Company's Off-Broadway Premiere Of 'TIL DEATH
Abingdon Theatre Company will present the Off-Broadway premiere production of 'Til Death written by Elizabeth Coplan and directed by Chad Austin. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
HERE LIES LOVE SINGS THE SONGS OF J. OCONER, Linda Eder And More Next Week At 54 Below
Next week at 54 Below, the cast of 'Here Lies Love' will be performing the songs of J. Oconer Navar. Don't miss this incredible musical experience!
Norbert Leo Butz, Linda Eder, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month
Check out the lineup of incredible performances at 54 Below this month!
Donna Murphy & Victoria Clark to Join Abingdon Theatre Company's Gala Honoring V and Mary Beth Peil
Two-time Tony Award winners Donna Murphy and Victoria Clark will join the performers honoring Tony & Obie Award winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Obie Award winner & Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil at their 31st Anniversary Gala.
LA MAMA PUPPET FESTIVAL to Present Four World Premieres & More in November
Explore the La MaMa Puppet Festival's thrilling lineup of four world-premiere shows. Experience the innovative and captivating puppetry performances as talented artists take the stage. Don't miss your chance to witness the latest creations in this exciting event.
New Federal Theatre to Present TELLING TALES OUT OF SCHOOL Beginning Next Month
Four women writers of the Harlem Renaissance meet in 'Telling Tales Out of School' by Wesley Brown, directed by Woodie King, Jr. at Castillo Theatre/ASP. The play offers a unique perspective on the Harlem Renaissance by providing a character study of four of its most-noted female prime movers. Check out event information here!
Bonnie Milligan, Jeannette Bayardelle, Carolee Carmello, and More Join Abingdon Theatre Company's 31st Anniversary Gala
Abingdon Theatre Company has announced the performers joining the celebration to honor Tony & Obie Award winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Obie Award winner & Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil at their 31st Anniversary Gala. Learn more about the gala here!
Estelle Parsons, Rachel Dratch & John Cariani Join BROADWAY BOUND 4 at 54 Below
54 Below will be presenting the fourth edition of Broadway Bound: The Musicals That Never Came To Broadway on Friday, October 13th, at 7:00pm at 54 Below.
Michelle Williams and Rosario Dawson Will Honor V and Mary Beth Peil in Abingdon Theatre Company's 31st Anniversary Gala
Abingdon Theatre Company has revealed the performers honoring Tony & Obie Award winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Obie Award winner & Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil at their 31st Anniversary Gala. Learn more about the gala here!
Matt Webster and Cris Eli Blak Will Serve as Abingdon Theatre Company's 31st Season Artists-in-Residence
Abingdon Theatre Company has announced two new Artists-in-Residence for their upcoming 31st season beginning in the fall. Matt Webster and Cris Eli Blak are set to be the next participants in the Carolyn Halpert Artist-in-Residence program, which began in 2017.
La MaMa Announces 62nd Season And Expansion Of RADICAL ACCESS INITIATIVE
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club announces its 62nd Season and its RADICAL ACCESS INITITATIVE (RAI), an expansion of La MaMa's local and global network that increases outreach to new artists and audiences beyond the four walls of La MaMa's three theatres and new Community Arts Space.
Abingdon Theatre Company to Honor V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Mary Beth Peil at 31st Anniversary Gala
Abingdon Theatre Company has announced Tony & Obie Award Winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Legacy Award Recipient, Obie Award Winner & Tony Award Nominee Mary Beth Peil as their 31st Anniversary Gala Honorees.
Estelle Parsons FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Estelle Parsons has appeared on Broadway in 25 shows.
Estelle Parsons has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
Estelle Parsons's first West End show was Deathtrap which opened in 2010
Estelle Parsons has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. These include the Legend of Off-Broadway Honorees, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for "The Velocity of Autumn," Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "The Velocity of Autumn," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "The Velocity of Autumn," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "Good People," Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for "August: Osage County," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Morning's at Seven," Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for "Orgasmo Adulto Escapes from the Zoo," Unique Theatrical Experience (Drama Desk Awards) for "Miss Magarida's Way," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Miss Margarida's Way," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "And Miss Reardon Drinks a Little," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Seven Descents of Myrtle," Performance (Obie Awards) for "Next Time I'll Sing To You," Performance (Obie Awards) for "In the Summer House," and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for "Mrs. Dally Has a Lover."
Estelle Parsons has won several awards throughout her career. She has been honored as one of the Legend of Off-Broadway Honorees. She also received the Unique Theatrical Experience award from the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in "Miss Margarida's Way." Parsons has won two Obie Awards for her performances in "Next Time I'll Sing To You" and "In the Summer House." Additionally, she received the Theatre World Award for her performance in "Mrs. Dally Has a Lover."
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