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Gwen Verdon

Date of Death: October 17, 2000 (75)

Birth Place: Culver City, CA, USA

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Gwen Verdon BIO

Gwen Verdon was an American dancer and actress of stage and screen. While she originated many roles in musicals, she is also strongly identified with her second husband, director–choreographer Bob Fosse, remembered as the muse/collaborator for whom he choreographed much of his work.
Verdon starred in the original productions of Chicago (1975), Sweet Charity (1966), Damn Yankees (1956), and Can-Can (1953). Films include Marvin's Room (1966), Cocoon (1985), and Damn Yankees (1958). Verdon won 4 Tony Awards throughout her lifetime and was nominated for 2 others.

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Gwen Verdon STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1975
Roxie Hart

Roxie Hart

Roxie Hart [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1972
Helen Giles

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1966
Charity Hope Valentine

Charity

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1959
Essie Whimple

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1957
Anna

Anna

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1955
Lola

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1953
Claudine

Eve

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1950
"I Didn't Want Him" Dancer

"Love It Hurts So Good" Dancer

"One Two Three" Dancer

"Propinquity" Dancer

"Cole Scuttle Blues" Dancer

Abou's Wife

[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1947
Performer

[Los Angeles]
LACLO Production, 1940
Performer

Gwen Verdon Productions

 
[Broadway, 1986]
Assistant to Mr. Fosse
 
[Broadway, 1948]
Assistant Choreographer

Gwen Verdon Movies

[1953]The Mississippi Gambler choreographer

[1958]Damn Yankees Lola

[1978]Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band Our Guests at Heartland

[1984]The Cotton Club Tish Dwyer

[1985]Cocoon Bess McCarthy

[1987]Nadine Vera

[1988]Cocoon: The Return Bess McCarthy

[1990]Alice Alice's Mother

[1996]Marvin's Room Ruth

[1999]Walking Across Egypt Alora

[2000]Bruno Mrs. Drago


Gwen Verdon TV Shows

Magnum, P.I. Katherine Peterson

Walker, Texas Ranger Maisie Whitman

Webster Aunt Charlotte

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Chita Rivera Conversation at NYPL Canceled Due to Illness

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Full Lineup Set for 10th Anniversary Edition of Hudson Valley Dance Festival

The full lineup of diverse and immersive dance is set for the 10th anniversary of Hudson Valley Dance Festival, bringing modern, tap, contemporary and ballet to the heart of the Hudson Valley on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at Historic Catskill Point in Catskill, NY.  Learn more about the full lineup here!

Which Actors Have Done Multiple Broadway Shows Together?

This time, the reader question was: which actors have done multiple Broadway shows together?

CHITA, UNA MEMORIA sale hoy a la venta en español

La leyenda de Broadway Chita Rivera publica hoy 29 de agosto sus memorias en español bajo el título CHITA.

Dancers Responding to AIDS Reveals Acclaimed Companies and Choreographers for Hudson Valley Dance Festival

Legendary names from modern dance and jazz will share the stage with emerging companies and choreographers as Hudson Valley Dance Festival returns for two 10th anniversary performances on Saturday, October 7, 2023.  The festival will again transform Historic Catskill Point in Catskill, NY, for performances at 2 pm and 5 pm.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is The Inaugural Production Of Core Theatre Group, Hudson Valley's Newest Professional Theatre Company

The Hudson Valley's newest Professional Theatre Company, Core Theatre Group (CTG), founded by Broadway vets and Warwick locals Jessica McRoberts, Pat McRoberts, Paul Loesel and Chuck Ragsdale, announce their first production following company launch with inaugural cabaret fundraiser on Friday, July 14, 2023. 

5 curiosidades que no sabías sobre CHICAGO

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Review: CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre

What did our critic think of CHICAGO at Loveland's Center Performing Arts Theatre?

Do Broadway Actors Ever Play Multiple Roles in the Same Show?

This time, the reader question was: How many different roles has one actor been contracted to play in the same Broadway production?

CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF to Play at Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Beginning This Weekend

Call Fosse at the Minskoff, a 90-minute solo play written and performed by Mimi Quillin, and directed by Tony Award nominee Michael Berresse, will play at Nantucket's White Heron Theatre Company.

The Gateway's Annual Fundraiser SHAKE THE SHORE To Honor Diane Giattino

The Gateway's Annual Fundraiser, SHAKE THE SHORE, will take place at The Gateway in Bellport on July 29 at 6 PM. The evening will honor Bellport's Diane Giattino and will feature a performance by The Gateway Alum, Nick Sanchez of Broadway's Hamilton, as well as, a special appearance by two-time Olympic Medalist, Nancy Kerrigan – star of The Gateway's Holiday Spectacular on Ice.

Mimi Quillin's CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF Directed by Michael Berresse to Premiere at Vassar College

Get ready for the premiere of Mimi Quillin's CALL FOSSE AT THE MINSKOFF! Directed by Michael Berresse, this solo play promises to captivate audiences. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic at Powerhouse Theater Season.

Interview: Nicole Helfer of A CHORUS LINE at San Francisco Playhouse Finally Gets Her Chance on Another Go at a Dream Role

BroadwayWorld talks to Nicole Helfer, who is both choreographing and starring as Cassie in San Francisco Playhouse's new production of 'A Chorus Line' running June 22 to September 9.

Cast of CHICAGO Set at Dingbat Theatre Project

After a brief hiatus, Dingbat Theatre Project is returning with their upcoming production of the Broadway smash-hit, CHICAGO!

New Musical and Play Workshops, Free Readings & More Set for Vassar College's 37th Powerhouse Theater Season

Vassar College has announced the lineup for the 37th Powerhouse Theater Season. The annual summer season brings together some of todayʼs most influential theatrical voices and welcomes the next generation of theater artists as members of the renowned Powerhouse Theater Training Program.

Judi Mark Comes to Don't Tell Mama This Month

Judi Mark comes to Don't Tell Mama next week with Merely Marvelous, the Songs of Gwen Verdon. Performances are Wednesday May 17, 2023 at 7pm and Wednesday May 24, 2023 at 7pm.

Review: CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA

What did our critic think of CHITA: THE RHYTHM OF MY LIFE WITH SPECIAL GUEST, BROADWAY FAVORITE GEORGE DVORSKY at North Shore Music Theatre, Beverly, MA?

Video: Patrick Pacheco Opens Up About Putting Pen to Paper with Chita Rivera

She was born Dolores Conchita Figueroa del Rivero—until the entertainment world renamed her. But Dolores—the irreverent side of the sensual, dark and ferocious Chita—was always present center stage, and was influential in creating some of Broadway most iconic and acclaimed roles, including Anita in West Side Story‚ the part that made her a star—Rosie in Bye Bye, Birdie, Velma in Chicago, and Aurora in Kiss of the Spider Woman. In this video, watch as co-author Patrick Pacheco chats with Richard Ridge about the new memoir!

Rian Keating to Bring TIME STAMPS to Guild Hall

Rian Keating will bring his acclaimed 2022 MAC Award-winning Time Stamps:  Life Fragments in Story and Song to the Guild Hall on May 25th at 7pm with Darryl Curry at the piano.  

Gwen Verdon FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Gwen Verdon has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

Gwen Verdon has not appeared in the West End

Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards) , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Chicago , Best Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweet Charity , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sweet Charity , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Redhead , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for New Girl In Town , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for New Girl In Town , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Damn Yankees Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Can-Can and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Can-Can .

Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre (Drama League Awards), Best Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweet Charity, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Redhead, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for New Girl In Town, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Damn Yankees Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Can-Canand Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Can-Can.

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