Gertrude Lawrence
Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Latest News on Gertrude Lawrence:
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation to Launch New Book and New Exhibition of Al Hirschfeld Artwork (Sep 8, 2025)
STROKES OF GENIUS: HIRSCHFELD AT THE ALGONQUIN Set for September (Aug 21, 2025)
Review: THE NANCE Kills at Elmwood Playhouse (May 22, 2025)
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation to Launch New Book and New Exhibition of Al Hirschfeld Artwork (Sep 8, 2025)
STROKES OF GENIUS: HIRSCHFELD AT THE ALGONQUIN Set for September (Aug 21, 2025)
Review: THE NANCE Kills at Elmwood Playhouse (May 22, 2025)
Photos
"NoÃ'«l and Gertie" traces the lives and friendship of NoÃ'«l Coward and Gertrude Lawrence and includes scenes from their stage appearances, including Coward's "Private Lives." Melinda MacDonald and Robert Gibby Brand star in the title roles.
Date:
11/02/2011
From: Photo Coverage: NOEL AND GERTIE at Quality Hill Playhouse
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
1925
"Russian Blues" Performer
"Let's All Go Raving Mad" Performer
"How D'You Do?" Performer
"Carrie!" Performer
"A Cup of Coffee" Performer
Daisy
Fabia
Baby Girl
"Russian Blues" Performer
Baby Girl
Fabia
Daisy
"A Cup of Coffee" Performer
"Carrie!" Performer
"How D'You Do?" Performer
"Let's All Go Raving Mad" Performer
Movies
Battle of Paris
[ 1929 ] Georgie
[ 1929 ] Georgie
Lord Camber's Ladies
[ 1932 ] Lady Camber
[ 1932 ] Lady Camber
Aren't We All?
[ 1932 ] Margot
[ 1932 ] Margot
No Funny Business
[ 1933 ] Yvonne
[ 1933 ] Yvonne
Mimi
[ 1935 ] Mimi
[ 1935 ] Mimi
Men Are Not Gods
[ 1936 ] Barbara Halford
[ 1936 ] Barbara Halford
Rembrandt
[ 1936 ] Geertje Dirx
[ 1936 ] Geertje Dirx
The Glass Menagerie
[ 1950 ] Amanda Wingfield
[ 1950 ] Amanda Wingfield
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1952 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gertrude Lawrence, The King and I
Videos
STAGE TUBE: Rachel York Leads Walnut Street Theatre's THE KING AND I at the Thanksgiving Day Parade!
by Kelsey Denette - 2011-11-25 10:50:58
News
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation to Launch New Book and New Exhibition of Al Hirschfeld Artwork
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2025
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation will launch a new book, and a new exhibition of Al Hirschfeld artwork; Hirschfeld’s Sondheim. Learn more about the book here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2025
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation will launch a new book, and a new exhibition of Al Hirschfeld artwork; Hirschfeld’s Sondheim. Learn more about the book here!
STROKES OF GENIUS: HIRSCHFELD AT THE ALGONQUIN Set for September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation will join forces with Helicline Fine Art and The Algonquin Hotel, Autograph Collection for a new exhibition of artwork by the legendary artist Al Hirschfeld. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
The Al Hirschfeld Foundation will join forces with Helicline Fine Art and The Algonquin Hotel, Autograph Collection for a new exhibition of artwork by the legendary artist Al Hirschfeld. Learn more!
Review: THE NANCE Kills at Elmwood Playhouse
by Bruce Apar - May 22, 2025
This is a colorful, nimble tapestry textured with high-stakes pathos alternating with low humor, weaving a spell of superior and highly original stage entertainment.
by Bruce Apar - May 22, 2025
This is a colorful, nimble tapestry textured with high-stakes pathos alternating with low humor, weaving a spell of superior and highly original stage entertainment.
Meet the Cast of DEAD OUTLAW, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2025
Broadway performances are now underway for Dead Outlaw, written by Itamar Moses, featuring music and lyrics from David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, and directed by David Cromer. Meet the cast of Dead Outlaw!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2025
Broadway performances are now underway for Dead Outlaw, written by Itamar Moses, featuring music and lyrics from David Yazbek and Erik Della Penna, and directed by David Cromer. Meet the cast of Dead Outlaw!
PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward is Coming to Broadway in 2026-2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025
A new production of PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward will be presented on Broadway in the 2026-2027 season. Learn more about PRIVATE LIVES and about the upcoming production.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025
A new production of PRIVATE LIVES by Noël Coward will be presented on Broadway in the 2026-2027 season. Learn more about PRIVATE LIVES and about the upcoming production.
Joan Rivers Play, COME FROM AWAY, ANASTASIA & More Set for Cape Playhouse 2025 Summer Season
by Joshua Wright - Feb 18, 2025
Discover the Cape Playhouse's 2025 'Season of Hope,' featuring productions like BUDDY, RENT, ANASTASIA, and more. The season will run June 4 to September 20 at the historic Cape Playhouse in Dennis, MA.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 18, 2025
Discover the Cape Playhouse's 2025 'Season of Hope,' featuring productions like BUDDY, RENT, ANASTASIA, and more. The season will run June 4 to September 20 at the historic Cape Playhouse in Dennis, MA.
Broadway League Steps Back from Light-Dimming Announcements Following Backlash
by Joshua Wright - Nov 5, 2024
The Broadway League will no longer be involved in announcing the traditional dimming of marquee lights that honors the memories of deceased performers, writers, and other influential figures in the Broadway community.
by Joshua Wright - Nov 5, 2024
The Broadway League will no longer be involved in announcing the traditional dimming of marquee lights that honors the memories of deceased performers, writers, and other influential figures in the Broadway community.
Review: COWARDY, COWARDY CUSTARD at The Arch, Holden Street Theatres
by Barry Lenny - May 17, 2024
What did our critic think of COWARDY, COWARDY, CUSTARD at The Arch, Holden Street Theatres?
by Barry Lenny - May 17, 2024
What did our critic think of COWARDY, COWARDY, CUSTARD at The Arch, Holden Street Theatres?
PIPPIN Comes to Eventide Theatre Company This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024
Eventide Theatre Company will present the fantastical musical Pippin. Directed by ETC Executive Artistic Director, Donna Wresinksi, this production will grace the Gertrude Lawrence stage at the Historic Dennis Union Church from April 25th-May 12th.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024
Eventide Theatre Company will present the fantastical musical Pippin. Directed by ETC Executive Artistic Director, Donna Wresinksi, this production will grace the Gertrude Lawrence stage at the Historic Dennis Union Church from April 25th-May 12th.
Eventide Theatre Company Presents Nöel Coward's BLITHE SPIRIT An Improbable Farce In Three Acts
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 19, 2024
Eventide Theatre Company will present Nöel Coward's timeless classic, 'Blithe Spirit,' that promises an evening of laughter, mystique, and high spirits. Directed by ETC Board Member, Lynne Johnson, this production will grace the Gertrude Lawrence stage at the Historic Dennis Union Church from February 1st through February 11th.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 19, 2024
Eventide Theatre Company will present Nöel Coward's timeless classic, 'Blithe Spirit,' that promises an evening of laughter, mystique, and high spirits. Directed by ETC Board Member, Lynne Johnson, this production will grace the Gertrude Lawrence stage at the Historic Dennis Union Church from February 1st through February 11th.
PRIVATE LIVES Comes to Marco Island in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2023
Private Lives by Nöel Coward comes to Marco Island Center For the Arts in January 2024. Performances run January 3-21, 2024. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2023
Private Lives by Nöel Coward comes to Marco Island Center For the Arts in January 2024. Performances run January 3-21, 2024. Learn more about the production here!
Tracee Chimo Pallero, Santino Fontana, Morgan Spector and Jason Butler Harner Join Roundabout's FALLEN ANGELS Benefit Reading
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 17, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced additional casting for the special Benefit Reading of Noël Coward’s Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis. Check out who will join previously announced Kelli O'Hara and Rose Byrne.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 17, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company has just announced additional casting for the special Benefit Reading of Noël Coward’s Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis. Check out who will join previously announced Kelli O'Hara and Rose Byrne.
MOBY DICK, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, and More Set For Wilton's Music Hall 2024 Spring Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023
Wilton’s Music Hall has announced its 2024 spring season, following on from a stellar year of world class theatre and music productions spanning every genre from musicals to opera to cabaret. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023
Wilton’s Music Hall has announced its 2024 spring season, following on from a stellar year of world class theatre and music productions spanning every genre from musicals to opera to cabaret. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
Review: PRIVATE LIVES, Ambassadors Theatre
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 14, 2023
A still very debonair Nigel Havers as dashing Elyot, and Patricia Hodge, very much at the top of her game as sensational Amanda – aged 72 and 75 respectively – command the stage of the newly refurbished Ambassadors Theatre.
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 14, 2023
A still very debonair Nigel Havers as dashing Elyot, and Patricia Hodge, very much at the top of her game as sensational Amanda – aged 72 and 75 respectively – command the stage of the newly refurbished Ambassadors Theatre.
Damian Lewis and Indira Varma Will Lead Noel Coward's LONDON CALLING! at the Duke of York's Theatre in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
The name ‘Noël Coward’ went up in West End lights for the first time when London Calling! opened at the Duke of York’s Theatre on 4 September 1923. Learn more about the upcoming performance and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2023
The name ‘Noël Coward’ went up in West End lights for the first time when London Calling! opened at the Duke of York’s Theatre on 4 September 1923. Learn more about the upcoming performance and find out how to get tickets here!
Rose Byrne & Kelli O'Hara to Star in FALLEN ANGELS Benefit Reading at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company will present a special Benefit Reading of Noël Coward’s Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis starring Rose Byrne and Kelli O'Hara. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2023
Roundabout Theatre Company will present a special Benefit Reading of Noël Coward’s Fallen Angels, directed by Scott Ellis starring Rose Byrne and Kelli O'Hara. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Darren Day, Hannah-Jane Fox & More Complete the Cast of CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023
Discover the latest additions to the cast of THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, including Darren Day and Hannah-Jane Fox. Find out when and where this highly anticipated production will be held, and secure your tickets to experience this sensational musical firsthand. Don't miss out - book your seats now!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023
Discover the latest additions to the cast of THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, including Darren Day and Hannah-Jane Fox. Find out when and where this highly anticipated production will be held, and secure your tickets to experience this sensational musical firsthand. Don't miss out - book your seats now!
Now On Sale: PRIVATE LIVES, Starring Patricia Hodge and Nigel Havers
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 7, 2023
Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge star in a sparkling new production of Noel Coward’s immortal comedy of bad manners in the parts originally played by Coward himself and Gertrude Lawrence in the play’s 1930 premiere.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jul 7, 2023
Nigel Havers and Patricia Hodge star in a sparkling new production of Noel Coward’s immortal comedy of bad manners in the parts originally played by Coward himself and Gertrude Lawrence in the play’s 1930 premiere.
White Heron Theatre Company Opens BLITHE SPIRIT July 10
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 5, 2023
White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket will open it's first production of the 2023 summer season, Blithe Spirit, by Noël Coward (Present Laughter, Private Lives) and directed by Skip Greer. Greer returns to Nantucket after directing 2017's Outside Mullingar for White Heron.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 5, 2023
White Heron Theatre Company of Nantucket will open it's first production of the 2023 summer season, Blithe Spirit, by Noël Coward (Present Laughter, Private Lives) and directed by Skip Greer. Greer returns to Nantucket after directing 2017's Outside Mullingar for White Heron.
Elena Skye to Star as Twiggy in CLOSE UP " THE TWIGGY MUSICAL World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2023
Elena Skye will play Twiggy in the world première of Close Up – The Twiggy Musical at The Menier Chocolate Factory.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2023
Elena Skye will play Twiggy in the world première of Close Up – The Twiggy Musical at The Menier Chocolate Factory.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gertrude Lawrence been in?
Gertrude Lawrence has appeared on Broadway in 17 shows.
How many West End shows has Gertrude Lawrence been in?
Gertrude Lawrence has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.
What was Gertrude Lawrence's first West End show?
Gertrude Lawrence's first West End show was A to Z which opened in 1921
What awards has Gertrude Lawrence been nominated for?
Gertrude Lawrence has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her role in "The King and I".
What awards has Gertrude Lawrence won?
Gertrude Lawrence has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her performance in "The King and I".
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