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Julia McKenzie

Also Credited As: Julia N. McKenzie, Julie McKenzie

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BIO

Julia Kathleen Nancy McKenzie CBE is an English actress, singer, presenter, and theatre director. She has premièred leading roles written by both Alan Ayckbourn and Stephen Sondheim.

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STAGE CREDITS

Follies
[West End]
London Concert, 1996
Sally Durant Plummer
Sweeney Todd
[Regional (UK)]
Royal National Theatre Production, 1993
Mrs. Lovett
Into the Woods
[West End]
London Production, 1990
Witch
Follies
[West End]
London Revival, 1987
Sally Durant Plummer
Guys and Dolls
[West End]
Royal National Theatre Production, 1982
Miss Adelaide
On the Twentieth Century
[West End]
London Production, 1980
Mildred Plotka/Lily Garland
Side by Side by Sondheim
[West End]
Original London Production, 1976
Performer
Cole
[London Fringe]
Original London Production, 1974
Mame
[West End]
London Production, 1969
Gloria Upson
Agnes Gooch

Productions

Stephen Sondheim's Old FriendsStephen Sondheim's Old Friends
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Musical Staging and Direction
Stephen Sondheim’s Old FriendsStephen Sondheim’s Old Friends
 
[West End, 2023]
Co-Director
Stepping Out
 
[West End, 1997]
Director
Putting It Together
 
[Regional (UK), 1992]
Director

Writing

Awards and Nominations


winner
Olivier Awards - 1994 - Best Actress in a Musical

Julia McKenzieSweeney Todd

Olivier Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical

Julia McKenzie, Into The Woods

Olivier Awards - 1987 - Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical

Julia McKenzie, Follies

Olivier Awards - 1986 - Actress of the Year

Julia McKenzieWoman In Mind


winner
Olivier Awards - 1982 - Actress of the Year in a Musical

Julia McKenzie, Guys And Dolls

Olivier Awards - 1980 - Actress of the Year in a Musical

Julia McKenzie, On The Twentieth Century

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LIVE COMEDY DAY Launches National Celebration of UK Live Comedy Industry Photo
LIVE COMEDY DAY Launches National Celebration of UK Live Comedy Industry
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

Live Comedy Day has been announced as a new annual celebration of the UK’s live comedy industry. Established by the Live Comedy Association in partnership with BBC Radio 4, the inaugural event will take place nationwide on 1 April 2026.
Review: Stephein Sondheim;s PUTTING IT TOGETHER Contemplates Human Relationships at F Photo
Review: Stephein Sondheim;s PUTTING IT TOGETHER Contemplates Human Relationships at Foundry Theatre
by Jade Kops - Jan 10, 2026

Stephen Sondheim’s fabulous music is presented in a different ‘light’ as songs from across four decades of the maestro’s work come together for PUTTING IT TOGETHER.
How Often Do Shows Go From Off-Broadway to Broadway in Two Separate Productions? Photo
How Often Do Shows Go From Off-Broadway to Broadway in Two Separate Productions?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Dec 28, 2025

This season, three plays are receiving Broadway debuts which already made significant noise off-Broadway in their original productions, years ago. Becky Shaw, Bug, and Marjorie Prime will all be opening on Broadway in early 2026 in brand new productions. The first and last are spending time on Broadway at the Hayes under the auspices of Second Stage while Bug is being presented by Manhattan Theatre Club at their home, the Friedman. 
PUTTING IT TOGETHER Comes To Sydney's Foundry Theatre Photo
PUTTING IT TOGETHER Comes To Sydney's Foundry Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025

A celebration of Stephen Sondheim's greatest work, Putting It Together, is coming to Sydney's Foundry Theatre in January. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Video: Watch the Final SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Curtain Call Photo
Video: Watch the Final SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Curtain Call
by Michael Major - Jun 30, 2025

Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends concluded its limited run at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch a video of the final performance of 'Side By Side,' followed by speeches from Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga.
5 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend Photo
5 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2025

Broadway says goodbye to five productions. Glengarry Glen Ross takes its final bow at the Palace Theatre following 23 previews and 104 regular performances; The Picture of Dorian Gray plays its final performance at the Music Box Theatre after 15 previews and 98 regular performances; and more.
Hot Tickets of the Week: OLD FRIENDS, BOOP! and More Photo
Hot Tickets of the Week: OLD FRIENDS, BOOP! and More
by Team BWW - Jun 23, 2025

Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting June 23, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances Photo
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025

Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends is now in its final two weeks on Broadway. Learn more about the production starring Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Bernadette Peters Discusses Her Friendship with Stephen Sondheim Photo
Video: Bernadette Peters Discusses Her Friendship with Stephen Sondheim
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2025

Broadway icon Bernadette Peters, currently on Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, visited Live with Kelly and Mark on Thursday to discuss the production, currently playing at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch the interview!
Video: Bernadette Peters Reveals Her Favorite Stephen Sondheim Song Photo
Video: Bernadette Peters Reveals Her Favorite Stephen Sondheim Song
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025

As part of The Kelly Clarkson Show's Broadway-themed episode, Broadway icon Bernadette Peters stopped by the show to discuss starring in the musical revue Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends and shared her favorite Sondheim song. Watch the interview!
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Sets Final Extension Through Late June Photo
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Sets Final Extension Through Late June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club will present a final two-week extension for Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga. Learn more!
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Celebrates Opening Night Photo
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 12, 2025

Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, officially opened earlier this week on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night celebration here.
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows Photo
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 9, 2025

Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends officially opened on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows!
Review Roundup: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Opens On Broadway Photo
Review Roundup: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

It's a celebration of all things Steve as Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, celebrates on Broadway! See what the New York critics thought of this West End transfer! Read the reviews!
Lea Salonga Celebrates Her Trans Son: How Theatre Helped Her Conquer Motherhood Photo
Lea Salonga Celebrates Her Trans Son: How Theatre Helped Her Conquer Motherhood
by Michael Major - Apr 3, 2025

Lea Salonga is opening up about raising her transgender son. In a new profile in People, the Old Friends star shows love for her 18-year-old child Nic Chien, who recently started taking testosterone after coming out as transmasculine when he was 14.
Video: Watch Highlights from STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway Photo
Video: Watch Highlights from STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2025

Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, is now in previews. Check out highlights of the cast in action in this video.
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Extends for Two More Weeks Photo
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Extends for Two More Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025

Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, has extended for two more weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: BBC MUSICALS NIGHT, BBC Four and iPlayer Photo
Review: BBC MUSICALS NIGHT, BBC Four and iPlayer
by Gary Naylor - Mar 24, 2025

Some diamonds in the rough, but why can't we choose for ourselves from the BBC archive?
Hot Tickets of the Week: DEAD OUTLAW, REDWOOD, and More Photo
Hot Tickets of the Week: DEAD OUTLAW, REDWOOD, and More
by Team BWW - Mar 17, 2025

Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting March 17, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
Video: Watch Bernadette Peters Sing 'Broadway Baby' on THE TONIGHT SHOW Photo
Video: Watch Bernadette Peters Sing 'Broadway Baby' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2025

Bernadette Peters sat down on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss returning to Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends. Watch the video of her bursting into a rendition of 'Broadway Baby.'
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Julia McKenzie been in?

Julia McKenzie has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Julia McKenzie been in?

Julia McKenzie has appeared on London's West End in 8 shows.

What was Julia McKenzie's first West End show?

Julia McKenzie's first West End show was Mame which opened in 1969

What awards has Julia McKenzie been nominated for?

Best Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Sweeney Todd, Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Into The Woods, Outstanding Performance of the Year by an Actress in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Follies, Actress of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Woman In Mind, Actress of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Guys And Dolls and Actress of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for On The Twentieth Century.

What awards has Julia McKenzie won?

Julia McKenzie has won the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical for Sweeney Todd and the Olivier Award for Actress of the Year in a Musical for Guys and Dolls.

How many shows has Julia McKenzie written?

Julia McKenzie has written 1 shows including Putting It Together (Conceiver).

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