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BIO

JULIE JOHNSON has enjoyed a varied and exciting career spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theatre television, film, and concerts. She made her Carnegie Hall debut singing with the New York Pops Orchestra under the direction of Skitch Henderson. Her Broadway debut came under the direction of Hal Prince in CANDIDE. Julie portrayed Mama in the first national tour of MEMPHIS THE MUSICAL. Broadway credits include Hal Prince’s CANDIDE; Off-Broadway-DAS BARBECU (Drama Desk Nominee, Theatre World Award), Hannie in ROADSIDE, The York Theatre Co., Angel in THE RINK, Music Theater Works and Manhattan Theater Club; Regional: Mrs. Lovett in SWEENEY TODD at Morton Meyerson Symphony Center, Mame in MAME, Dolly in HELLO DOLLY, LOOK HOMEWARD HONKY TONK ANGEL, OPAL, THE PLEXIGLASS SLIPPER, AS LONG AS I CAN SING, CHASING THE SONG at La Jolla Playhouse, Domina in A FUNNY HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C., OLIVER, OKLAHOMA, Emma Goldman in RAGTIME, Madame T in LES MISERABLES, Mrs. Potts in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Bass Hall in Ft. Worth, Miss Mona in THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS at Bass Hall, ROCKY HORROR SHOW, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, MOONSHINE, and HAIRSPRAY, all at the Dallas Theater Center; Miss Trixie in PAPERMOON at the Goodspeed Opera House and Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, and Mae West in DIRTY BLONDE at Theater Three in Dallas. Julie was the voice of Baby Bop on the BARNEY AND FRIENDS series for 20 years! Movie credits include, PURE COUNTRY with George Strait and THE APOSTLE with Robert Duvall. Julie has also appeared on episodes of AS THE WORLD TURNS. Her finest production to date is her wonderful son,Trey. Thank you Trey and John for all your support.

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STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2018
Beulah & Others


[Regional (US)]
Dallas Theater Center World Premiere Production, 2015
Ensemble

Big Pearl

Ensemble

Big Pearl

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2011
Gladys


[New York]
Workshop, 2003
Willa Harper


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Hannie

[Off-Broadway]
2001

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001

[Off-Broadway]
2001

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1997
Ensemble

Baroness Von Thunder


Ensemble

Old Lady (Understudy)

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[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1994
Narrator/Fricka/Erda/et al

Performer

Narrator/Fricka/Erda/et al

Performer

Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production

Julie JohnsonMemphis

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Actress - Musical

Julie Johnson, Das Barbecu


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1995 - Performance

Julie Johnson, Das Barbecu

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News


Winter Adult Education Classes Come to Bucks County Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026

Bucks County Playhouse announced a winter lineup of adult education classes at Lambertville Hall in Lambertville, NJ, highlighted by a voiceover workshop led by Pete DeMeo, the in-show voice of NBC's TODAY. Learn more here!
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; SISTER ACT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; Rhode Center For The Arts Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; SISTER ACT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; Rhode Center For The Arts Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; A CHRISTMAS STORY, THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Bucks County Playhouse Education to Offer Fall Classes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the lineup of education programs being offered this fall. See the full lineup of classes here and see how to attend!
Bucks County Playhouse Education to Offer Summer Classes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the lineup of education programs being offered this summer. Classes will take place in Lambertville Hall. Learn how to attend.
Winners Announced For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 17, 2025

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL at Skylight Music Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; Skylight Music Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL at Skylight Music Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Milwaukee, WI Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Bucks County Playhouse Announces Fall Educational Offerings
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024

Bucks County Playhouse has announced the lineup of education programs being offered this fall. Classes will take place in Lambertville Hall, 57 Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ with the exception of the Acting for Adults:
Winners Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 12, 2024

Winners have been announced for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! See who was selected audience favorite in Milwaukee, WI! Winners include Lake Country Playhouse, Waukesha Civic Theatre and more.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Milwaukee, WI Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Milwaukee, WI Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Lake Country Playhouse & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, Lake Country Playhouse & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards December 5th Standings; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Julie Johnson been in?

Julie Johnson has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Julie Johnson been in?

Julie Johnson has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Julie Johnson been nominated for?

Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Memphis, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Das Barbecu and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Das Barbecu.

What awards has Julie Johnson won?

Julie Johnson won the Theatre World Award for her performance in Das Barbecu.

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