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Gertrude Lawrence

Date of Death: September 06, 1952 (54)

Birth Place: London, ENGLAND

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1951
Anna Leonowens

[Broadway]
1945
Eliza Doolittle

[Broadway]
1943
Susan Trexel

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 1943
Liza Elliott

Liza Elliott

[Broadway]
1942
Performer

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 1941
Liza Elliott

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1941
Liza Elliott

Liza Elliott

Liza Elliott

[Broadway]
1939
Lydia Kenyon

[Broadway]
1937
Susan Trexel

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1931
Amanda Prynne

[Broadway]
1930
Performer

[Broadway]
1929
Marie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1928
Ann Wainwright

[West End]
London Production, 1927
Kay Jones

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1926
Kay

Kay Jones

[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

[Broadway]
1926 Edition, 1925
Performer

[Broadway]
1924
Performer

[West End]
Original London Production, 1921
Performer


Movies

Battle of Paris
[ 1929 ] Georgie
Lord Camber's Ladies
[ 1932 ] Lady Camber
Aren't We All?
[ 1932 ] Margot
No Funny Business
[ 1933 ] Yvonne
Mimi
[ 1935 ] Mimi
Men Are Not Gods
[ 1936 ] Barbara Halford
Rembrandt
[ 1936 ] Geertje Dirx
The Glass Menagerie
[ 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

News


Review: COWARDY, COWARDY CUSTARD at The Arch, Holden Street Theatres

What did our critic think of COWARDY, COWARDY, CUSTARD at The Arch, Holden Street Theatres?
PIPPIN Comes to Eventide Theatre Company This Month

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Elena Skye will play Twiggy in the world première of Close Up – The Twiggy Musical at The Menier Chocolate Factory.
West Bay Community Theater to Present Noel Coward's PRIVATE LIVES

West Bay Community Theater will present Noel Coward's classic comedy of manners, PRIVATE LIVES, June 29thand 30th (8pm) and Saturday, July 1st (2pm) at the Courthouse Center for the Arts in West Kingston, RI.
PACIFIC OVERTURES, CLOSE UP - THE TWIGGY MUSICAL, and More Set For Menier Chocolate Factory 2023 Season

With Marjorie Prime currently running at the company's home base in South London and Funny Girl on Broadway, the Menier Chocolate Factory announced forthcoming programming for 2023. Learn more about the lineup here!
Assembly Festival Releases Tickets For Over 100 Shows This Summer

Assembly Festival, one of Edinburgh's leading Festival Fringe venues, has announced over 100 shows for its 2023 programme. The festival, which is housed year-round at Assembly Roxy, is returning to its familiar venues at Assembly Rooms, Assembly Hall, Assembly George Square and Gardens, and Assembly Checkpoint.
Bronx Opera Company Presents LADY IN THE DARK Beginning This Weekend

The Bronx Opera Company will open its 56th season with the landmark musical LADY IN THE DARK, music by Kurt Weill, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and book by Moss Hart.    
Bronx Opera Company to Present LADY IN THE DARK Beginning This Month

The Bronx Opera Company will open its 56th season with the landmark musical LADY IN THE DARK, music by Kurt Weill, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and book by Moss Hart.  Performances will be on Saturday & Sunday, January 28 & 29 Saturday & Sunday, February 4 & 5.
Bronx Opera To Present LADY IN THE DARK This January & February

The Bronx Opera Company presents a rare NYC production of the landmark musical LADY IN THE DARK, book by Moss Hart, music and lyrics by Kurt Weill and Ira Gershwin.
American Premiere of Noël Coward's THE RAT TRAP to Open Next Week NY City Center Stage II

Mint Theater Company returns to New York City Ce nter Stage II with the American premiere of Noël Coward’s The Rat Trap, directed by Alexander Lass, opening Monday November 21st (7pm) at New York City Center Stage II for a limited Off-Broadway engagement through December 10th only. 

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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