Kathleen Turner

Birth Place: Springfield, MO, USA

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Kathleen Turner was nominated for the Tony Award in 1990 for playing Maggie in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and in 2005 for her performance as Martha in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? opposite Bill Irwin. Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf also garnered her an Evening Standard Theatre Award in the West End and Drama Desk Award nomination. On Broadway, Turner has also starred in High, The Graduate and Indiscretions and she starred in Bakersfield Mist in London’s West End. She toured as Texas-based political columnist Molly Ivins in Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins (Philadelphia Theatre Company, Geffen Playhouse, Arena Stage, Berkeley Repertory) and starred in Joan Didion’s solo drama, The Year of Magical Thinking and Mother Courage And Her Children, both at Arena Stage in Washington, D.C. Turner’s movies include Romancing the Stone and Prizzi’s Honor, each of which earned her a Golden Globe Award; Peggy Sue Got Married, which brought both Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations; and Body Heat and War of the Roses, both of which earned her further Golden Globe nominations. Turner received a BAFTA nomination for Body Heat, and two Grammy Award nominations. Additional film credits include The Man with Two Brains, Jewel of the Nile, The Accidental Tourist, and The Virgin Suicides, among many others, and she supplied the voice of temptress Jessica Rabbit in the film Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Also a best-selling author, Turner wrote Send Yourself Roses: Thoughts on My Life, Love, and Leading Roles and Kathleen Turner on Acting.

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Kathleen Turner STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
George Street Playhouse Production, 2017
God

[Off-Broadway]
Benefit Reading, 2017
Head Nurse Stone

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Victoria Pruitt

[West End]
West End Premiere, 2014
Maude

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Sister Jamison Connolly

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Production, 2009
Peg / Dr. Rutenspitz

[Broadway]
Actors’ Fund Concert, 2005
Imelda Thornton

Imelda

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2005
Martha

Martha

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Mrs. Robinson

[Broadway]
1995
Yvonne

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1990
Maggie

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Melissa Gardner

Kathleen Turner Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2015]
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[Off-Broadway, 2008]
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Kathleen Turner Movies

[1981]Body Heat Matty Walker

[1983]The Man with Two Brains Dolores Benedict

[1984]A Breed Apart Stella Clayton

[1984]Romancing the Stone Joan Wilder

[1984]Crimes of Passion Joanna Crane / China Blue

[1985]Prizzi's Honor Irene Walker

[1985]The Jewel of the Nile Joan

[1986]Peggy Sue Got Married Peggy Sue

[1987]Julia and Julia Giulia

[1988]Switching Channels Christy Colleran

[1988]The Accidental Tourist Sarah Leary

[1989]The War of the Roses Barbara Rose

[1991]V.I. Warshawski Vic

[1993]House of Cards Ruth Matthews

[1993]Undercover Blues Jane Blue

[1993]Naked in New York Dana Coles

[1994]Leslie's Folly Nurse

[1994]Serial Mom Mom

[1995]Friends at Last Fanny Connelyn

[1995]Moonlight and Valentino Alberta Russell

[1996]Style & Substance Chelsea Stevens

[1997]A Simple Wish Claudia

[1997]The Real Blonde Dee Dee Taylor

[1997]Love in the Ancient World Self - Host

[1997]Bad Baby Mom - Voice

[1998]Legalese Brenda Whitlass

[1999]The Virgin Suicides Mrs. Lisbon

[1999]Love and Action in Chicago Middleman

[1999]Baby Geniuses Elena

[2000]Prince of Central Park Rebecca Cairn

[2000]Beautiful Verna Chickle

[2000]Cinderella Claudette

[2006]Monster House Constance - Voice

[2008]Marley & Me Ms. Kornblut

[2011]The Perfect Family Eileen Cleary

[2012]Final Cut: Ladies & Gentlemen Barbara Rose

[2013]Nurse Head Nurse

[2014]Dumb and Dumber To Fraida

[2015]Emily & Tim Narrator

[2017]Another Kind of Wedding Barbara

[2019]Lovestruck Grace

[2022]The Swearing Jar Bev

[2022]The Estate Aunt Hilda


Kathleen Turner TV Shows

[ 1978-1979]The Doctors Nola Dancy Aldrich

[ 1984-1987]De película Matty Walker, Joan Wilder, Irene Walker

The Simpsons Stacy Lavelle

Stories from My Childhood The Snow Queen, The Magic Woman

King of the Hill Miss Liz Strickland

Friends Helena

Dos rombos Joanna Crane, China Blue

Sexes Barbara Rose, Joanna Crane, China Blue

The Angry Video Game Nerd Jessica Rabbit

Law & Order Rebecca Shane

Nip/Tuck Cindy Plumb

[ 2005-2008]Silenci? Christy Colleran, Mrs. Lisbon, Peggy Sue

Loops! Alberta Russell

Californication Sue Collini

[ 1986-2010]Cinema 3 Irene Walker, Ms. Kornblut, Matty Walker

Ànima Peggy Sue

Versión española Peggy Sue

Visionado obligado Mom

Welcome to the Basement Peggy Sue

Family Guy Kathleen Turner disguised as Peter Griffin

[ 2016-2017]The Path Brenda Roberts

Rick and Morty Monogatron Queen

The Metropolitan Opera HD Live The Duchess of Krakenthorp

3Below: Tales of Arcadia Gwendolyn

Dolly Parton's Heartstrings Miss Mary Shaw

[ 1992-2019]Días de cine Matty Walker, Barbara Rose

Summer Camp Island Mole Judge

Mom Cookie

Wizards Lady of the Lake

[ 2019-2021]The Kominsky Method Roz

The White House Plumbers Dita Beard

Kathleen Turner Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play

Kathleen TurnerRed Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best Actress

Kathleen TurnerWho's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Kathleen Turner , Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Kathleen Turner, Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1990 - Best Actress - Play

Kathleen Turner, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Theatre World Awards - 1990 - Performance

Kathleen TurnerSpecial Award

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Kathleen Turner News


The Green Room 42 to Present NYC Debut of MEDEA, THE MUSICAL

Discover the brilliance of 'MEDEA, THE MUSICAL' as it arrives in NYC at THE GREEN ROOM 42. Catch this highly acclaimed West Coast smash hit for a limited engagement from January 12th to 15th.

Mamie Harris to Return to The Green Room 42 With SURRENDER: AN ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER THRILL RIDE

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents the return of Mamie Parris in 'SURRENDER: An Andrew Lloyd Webber Thrill Ride' for three encore shows.

John Hill to Present Solo Musical WELLNESS CHECK Directed by Marissa Jaret Winokur at The Green Room 42

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Sirius XM Radio host and Broadway veteran John Hill with an encore performance of his original solo musical “Wellness Check in December.

The Green Room 42 to Present Live Taping Of SENTIMENTAL MEN Podcast Featuring Special Guests

Join THE GREEN ROOM 42 for a live taping of the popular BROADWAY PODCAST 'SENTIMENTAL MEN' with special guests Quincy Brown and Kevin Bianchi.

Paige Turner to Return to The Green Room 42 With SLAY RIDE!

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of NYC drag darling Paige Turner in her all-new holiday special “Slay Ride!” for two shows on Friday, December 8 and Thursday, December 21, both at 7:00 PM.

The Green Room 42 to Present Santa Claire in New Show Directed by Marilyn Maye

THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents rising vocal star SANTA CLAIRE in a new show directed by the legendary MARILYN MAYE.

Sally Mayes to Perform NOW AND THEN: THE TEASER at The Green Room 42

York Times – will present Tony Award-nominated Broadway favorite Sally Mayes in the opening show of her new concert series, “Now and Then: The Teaser,” on Saturday, December 2 at 9:30 PM.

The Green Room 42 to Present BLACK FRIDAY WITH FLOTILLA DeBARGE

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special holiday evening with NYC drag royalty, “Black Friday with Flotilla DeBarge,” on Friday, November 24 at 7:00 PM.

Henry Russell Bergstein to Present CHEESEFEST: AN UNAUTHORIZED BARBRA STREISAND BOOK RELEASE PARTY at The Green Room 42

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Emmy nominated casting director Henry Russell Bergstein and Friends in “cheeseFEST: An Unauthorized Barbra Streisand Book Release Party” on Monday, November 13 at 7:00 PM.

SIS & More to Star in HAUS OF HAUNTS at The Green Room 42

Join in at THE GREEN ROOM 42 for a special night of entertainment with 'Haus of Haunts.' This event is dedicated to supporting the Black and Brown Trans community. Don't miss this spooky and impactful performance.

Alice Ripley to Return to The Green Room 42 in November

Tony winner Alice Ripley and Grammy winner John McDaniel are returning to THE GREEN ROOM 42 for an encore performance on November 21. Don't miss this highly anticipated event where they will showcase their talent and deliver a night of unforgettable music. Catch them for one night only at THE GREEN ROOM 42.

Interview: Natasha Hause Seduces in THE GRADUATE at Sierra Rep

The Graduate, a novel-turned-cult classic film and play, is an award-winning coming-of-age story about a young man who, feeling adrift after college, seeks connection with an older woman. It’s a story that has aged well, with themes that are collectively engaging. Finding one’s purpose, uncertainty, and lust are combined with loyalty and love to create a timeless piece of Americana. Who better to infuse the iconic work with Mrs. Robinson’s signature sex appeal than a Sacramento theatre icon? Sultry, smoky, and sophisticated are what Natasha Hause breathes into Sierra Rep’s Mrs. Robinson, bringing high society to the historic Fallon House Theatre and breathless entertainment to her audiences. The four-time BroadwayWorld Award-winning actress and director spoke to us about her coveted role, plans beyond Mrs. Robinson, and her secrets of seduction.

Alexandra Silber to Present THE HOUR OF THE PEARL at The Green Room 42

Grammy Award nominated vocalist Alexandra Silber will present her new show 'THE HOUR OF THE PEARL' at THE GREEN ROOM 42. Don't miss this captivating performance on 10/27 and 11/28.

Roberto Araujo to Present I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW at The Green Room 42 in November

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Roberto Araujo in his show “I Just Wanted You to Know” on Saturday, November 18 at 9:30 PM. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Pamela Winslow Kashani to Perform at The Green Room 42 This Month

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Broadway and TV luminary Pamela Winslow Kashani, best known as the original Rapunzel in Broadway's Into the Woods ad as Ensign McKnight on “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” on Friday, October 20 at 9:30 PM.

THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE Comes to 3 West Club This Week

Food For Thought Productions continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique series set for its 2023 Season. Learn more about The People Versus Lenny Bruce and find out how to get tickets here!

The Green Room 42 to Present I THINK NOT! LIVE, An On-Stage Performance of the Hit True Crime Podcast, in October

Join Ellyn Marsh and Joey Taranto for a live on-stage performance of the hit true crime and comedy podcast 'I THINK NOT! LIVE' at THE GREEN ROOM 42 on October 10.

THE FABULIST FOX SISTER to Make New York Debut & Reveals UK Tour Dates

Don't miss out on London's acclaimed musical, THE FABULIST FOX SISTER, as it lands in NEW YORK for its highly anticipated debut! Get ready for a mesmerizing performance as the show takes you on a remarkable journey. Plus, find out the exciting dates for the UK tour.

Mamie Parris to Present SURRENDER: AN ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER THRILL RIDE at The Green Room 42

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Mamie Parris, star of Broadway’s Cats, School of Rock and more, in “Surrender: An Andrew Lloyd Webber Thrill Ride”. Learn how to purchase tickets!

The Green Room 42 Presents Candace Bushnell In TRUE TALES OF SEX, SUCCESS AND SEX IN THE CITY This October

THE GREEN ROOM 42 – the intimate concert venue dubbed Broadway's “off-night hotspot” by The New York Times – will present New York icon Candace Bushnell in her new one-woman show “True Tales of Sex, Success and Sex in the City”.

Kathleen Turner FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Kathleen Turner has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

Kathleen Turner has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

Kathleen Turner's first West End show was Bakersfield Mist which opened in 2014

Kathleen Turner has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play at the Hayes Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for "Mother Courage and Her Children." She also received a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for "Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins." Turner was nominated for Best Actress at the Olivier Awards for her role in "Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf." Additionally, she received a nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Turner's performance in "Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" earned her a nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards. She was also nominated for Best Actress - Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." Lastly, Turner received a Special Award for Performance at the Theatre World Awards.

Kathleen Turner has won a Special Award from the Theatre World Awards for her performance.

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