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Jackie Hoffman

Birth Place: New York, NY

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BIO

Best known for her Emmy nominated role of 'Mamacita' from FX's "Feud: Betty and Joan," Jackie Hoffman was most recently seen onstage in the critically acclaimed Yiddish production of "Fiddler on the Roof" Off-Broadway. She can also be seen in Ryan Murphy's latest Netflix series "The Politician," and TruTV's "At Home With Amy Sedaris." On Broadway, Hoffman has co-starred in "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "On The Town," "The Addams Family," "Xanadu" and "Hairspray," for which she won a Theatre World Award.


Off-Broadway, Hoffman starred as 'Princess Winifred' in the Transport Group's "Once Upon A Mattress," and received a Drama League Award Nomination for her performance. Her additional theater credits include "A Chanukah Charol," "The Gingerbread House," "Straightjacket," "Incident at Cobbler's Knob" (Lincoln Center Theatre Festival) and "One Woman Shoe."
Hoffman has performed in regional theatre, as well in Chicago at The MUNY and The Sisters Rosensweig at The Globe Theatre. She starred in six revues at The Second City Theatre in Chicago, where she won the Jeff Award for Best Actress. Her solo shows at Joe's Pub have received critical acclaim. They include "The Kvetching Continues," "Jackie Five-Oh!," "Chanukah at Joe's Pub" (Bistro Award), "Scraping the Bottom" and "Jackie with a Z." In 2009, Hoffman received the Mac Award for Best Female Stand Up. Her show "Jackie Hoffman: Live from Joe's Pub" is available on disc.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2025
Ensemble ()

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2024
() [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2021
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
NYTF Off-Broadway Production at Stage 42, 2019
Yente


[Off-Broadway]
National Yiddish Theatre Production, 2018


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Mrs. Teavee


[Off-Broadway]
Transport Group Off-Broadway Revival, 2015
Princess Winnifred


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Madame Dilly


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Grandma


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Aphrodite [Replacement]

Calliope [Replacement]

Aphrodite [Replacement]

Calliope [Replacement]


Aphrodite

Calliope

Aphrodite

Calliope [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Aphrodite [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Myra Kesselman


[New York]
Reading, 2006
Euterpe


[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer


[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004

Other Roles

Performer

Other Roles

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Denizen of Baltimore

Matron

Prudy Pingleton

Gym Teacher


Prudy Pingleton

Denizen of Baltimore

Matron

Velma Von Tussle (Understudy)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Jerry


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jackie Hoffman, Once Upon a Mattress


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2003 - Performance

Jackie Hoffman, Hairspray

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News


Rachel Matz Hunter Returns To Don't Tell Mama With TAKE TWO In December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2025

Rachel Matz Hunter will return to Don’t Tell Mama on December 7 at 1 p.m. with an encore performance of Take Two, her solo show directed by Faith Prince with musical direction by Bobby Peaco.
Sara Gettelfinger to Join Performance of SHITZPROBE! Improvised Musical Comedy Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

Sara Gettelfinger will join Shitzprobe, NYC's premiere improvised musical comedy show, onstage at The Laurie Beechman Theatre for an upcoming performance.
Cabaret Roundup: November 3-9- Hannah Berner, Jackie Hoffman, Shoshana Bean & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Nov 3, 2025

Here are a few top picks to consider this week including Great American Songbook standards, the first show of Lyrics and Lyricist's 2025-26 season, Wicked and Hell's Kitchen star Shoshana Bean making her Carnegie Hall solo debut and more.
SHITZPROBE to Welcome SLAM FRANK's Olivia Bernabe For One Night Only
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025

Shitzprobe, NYC's premiere improvised musical comedy show, has revealed that Olivia Bernabe will be their special guest star for their upcoming show. Learn more!
FINDING DOROTHY PARKER Returns to The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025

After a sold-out run, Finding Dorothy Parker, an evening celebrating the wit and wisdom of celebrated NY writer Dorothy Parker, will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre at West Bank Café.
Interview: Joy Behar Talks Finding the Humor in Divorce in MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND at The Huntington
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 18, 2025

On ABC-TV’s top-rated daytime talk show “The View,” Joy Behar has a well-earned reputation as an insightful interviewer with a keen sense of humor.
Photos: STROKE OF GENIUS: HIRSCHFELD AT THE ALGONQUIN Opens in the Oak Room
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 9, 2025

“Strokes of Genius: Hirschfeld at the Algonquin” will be on exhibition in the hotel’s legendary Oak Room, September 9 – 20, daily from noon – 7PM. BroadwayWorld got a preview of the exhibit and you can check out photos here!
Daniel Reichard Will Bring HELLO NEIGHBOR to The Beechman
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2025

Broadway favorite Daniel Reichard is bringing nostalgic joy to the newly remodeled Laurie Beechman Theatre in Hello, Neighbor: Songs We Grew Up To for a Grown-Up World.
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of TWELFTH NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 22, 2025

The Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals!
Tony Yazbeck to Perform at Bay Street Theater in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 11, 2025

Broadway's electrifying leading man, Tony Yazbeck, is taking the stage at Bay Street Theater, for a singular Music Monday performance that promises an evening of pure entertainment, artistry, and intimate connection. Learn more.
Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here! 
Matthew LaBanca to Present COMMUNION at The Cutting Room
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025

Following its Off-Broadway run at the cell theatre, Matthew LaBanca's COMMUNION will make its debut in a cabaret venue, The Cutting Room. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Richard Kind, Christie Brinkley and More Lead CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY At Guild Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 29, 2025

The international comedy sensation Celebrity Autobiography returned to Guild Hall in East Hampton, New York for one night only on Saturday, July 26, 2025. This Drama Desk Award-winning show featured a star-studded cast reading from the most jaw-dropping celebrity memoirs—verbatim. Check out photos from the show.
Halston, Harada, Hoffman and Larsen to Star in FINDING DOROTHY PARKER at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2025

Finding Dorothy Parker, an evening celebrating the wit and wisdom of Dorothy Parker, will play three performances at The Laurie Beechman Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Peter Filichia's BROADWAY TALES AND TUNES Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025

American Theater Group will present its musical revue, Broadway Tales and Tunes, featuring veteran theater critic Peter Filichia at 54 Below. Learn more about the show here!
Photos: STEEL MAGNOLIAS In Rehearsal at Bell Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2025

Take a peek inside the rehearsal room of Steel Magnolias, opening next Friday, July 25, at Bell Theater in Bell Works. Check out photos of the cast!
Joy Behar, Tonya Pinkins and More to Star in MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND at The Huntington
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2025

The Huntington will host the hilarious My First Ex-Husband, a new comedy by Joy Behar and featuring a cast of stars from theatre, television, and film including Joy Behar and more. See how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Kerry Butler on HEATHERS, Teaching, and Channeling Her Inner Teen
by Rose Yaeger - Jul 15, 2025

Tony-nominated Broadway star Kerry Butler is back at New World Stages, where she recently appeared in Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now, the musical concert she wrote and performed in with her Hairspray co-stars Marissa Jaret Winokur and Laura Bell Bundy. 
CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Returns to Guild Hall for One Night Only This July
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2025

The internationally acclaimed comedy sensation Celebrity Autobiography will return to Guild Hall for one night only on Saturday, July 26, 2025, with two performances at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
Charlotte d'Amboise, Amy Spanger and More to Star in STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Bell Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025

A beloved celebration of friendship and community, Steel Magnolias has become an American cultural classic on stage and screen. Robert Harling’s original play comes to Bell Theater at Bell Works this summer with a starry cast of Broadway icons. Learn more!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jackie Hoffman been in?

Jackie Hoffman has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Jackie Hoffman been in?

Jackie Hoffman has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jackie Hoffman been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Once Upon a Mattress and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Hairspray.

What awards has Jackie Hoffman won?

Jackie Hoffman won the Theatre World Award for her performance in Hairspray.

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