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Laurie Beechman

Date of Death: March 08, 1998 (44)

Birth Place: Philadelphia, PA, USA

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Laurie Beechman STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 1988
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Fantine [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Grizabella [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1982
Narrator

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1981
Narrator

Narrator

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1981
Performer (Swing)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1977
A Star to Be

Bonnie Boylan

Cecille

Ensemble

Perkins

Sophie, the Kettle

[East Haddam, CT (Regional)]
World Premiere, 1976
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 1986
Miss Gardner


Laurie Beechman Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1982 - Performance

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Tony Awards - 1982 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Laurie Beechman, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

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GoFundMe Campaign Launches to Save The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre

The West Bank Cafe previously announced that it will be closing its doors next month. Now, a GoFundMe campaign has launched to help save the venue from its demise. Learn more about how to help here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Tom Viola Retires, Cutting Ball and West Bank Cafe Announce Closures

Tom Viola, Executive Director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, announced his retirement, and we look at the closure of New York's iconic West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre. Additionally, NYC's HERE Arts Center names four new co-directors, and the beloved Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction returns this September.
Jenny Mollet, Taylor Paige Henderson Part Of Spotlight KIDZ CABARET Series Tonight

Broadway performer Jenny Mollet and film/voiceover personality Taylor Paige Henderson will headline the Spotlight KIDZ CABARET being held tonight at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. Under the direction of Sandy Kost-Sterner this is the second of a four-show NYC summer cabaret series.
The West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre Will Close in August

The West Bank Cafe is closing its doors next month. According to a post on the venue's social media pages, the closure is due to 'circumstances beyond our control.' It is set to close in August, which an exact date to follow.
Andrew Kindig Stars In EVERY BRILLIANT THING At Gretna Theatre

Andrew Kindig takes the stage in Gretna Theatre's production of EVERY BRILLIANT THING, a touching and humorous play about life's small joys and mental health.
Award- Winning Musical HOMOS! Makes New York Premiere

The award-winning queer musical comedy HOMOS! A SOLO DISASTER MUSICAL, BITCH by Dan Kitrosser will premiere in New York on July 18 at The Laurie Beechman Theater.
U.S. Premiere Of A KNIGHT AT THE MUSEUM to Run at the Laurie Beechman Theatre

KOTA Productions will present the U.S. premiere of A KNIGHT AT THE MUSEUM, a new musical by Adam Boden and Marc Folan the Laurie Beechman Theatre.
REEFER MADNESS Comes to Wellfleet in July

Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater will present Reefer Madness: the Musical by Kevin Murphy and Dan Studney, directed by Christopher Ostrom.
Alex Ferrara Joins MOMS' NIGHT OUT: THE CONCERT SERIES This July at 54 Below

Alex Ferrara has joined Moms' Night Out: The Concert Series at 54 Below. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Juliet Ewing to Perform The Music Of George Gershwin at Don't Tell Mama

Juliet Ewing will return to Don't Tell Mama with an encore performance celebrating George Gershwin's music, featuring new arrangements by Ron Drotos. Learn how to purchase tickets.
International Drag Star Sister Mary Returns to New York This Month

This June, all the way from London, Sister Mary will present her newest show SISTER MARYS PLAYTIME at Laurie Beechman Theatre, prior to spending the summer season at the Redroom In Ptown.
RuPaul's Drag Race Star Tammie Brown to Celebrate JUBILEE Anniversary at The Laurie Beechman Theatre

Tammie Brown, known from RuPaul's Drag Race, will celebrate 25 years in entertainment with the New York premiere of JUBILEE at The Laurie Beechman Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Michael I. Haber to Release Debut Single 'Face The Music' This Month

Michael I. Haber - a rising stage & screen performer - will release his debut single 'Face the Music' on digital, streaming, and downloading platforms on Friday, June 7th, 2024. 'Face the Music' is an up-tempo moving anthem inspired by Haber's journey of facing obstacles & going against all odds, despite what other people think.
ISLAND TAKEOVER Turns Up the Heat At 54 Below This June

54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, will present Island Takeover: Turning Up The Heat! on June 17, 2024 at 9:30pm.
Gretna Theatre Presents BURT & ME In June

Catch the jukebox musical BURT & ME this June, featuring the iconic songs of Burt Bacharach and Hal David.
Andrew J. Koehler's MY GOLDEN AGE: SONGS FROM AN OLD SOUL Announced At 54 Below

54 BELOW will present Andrew J. Koehler in My Golden Age: Songs From An Old Soul.
SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED & More Set for 54 Below Next Week

Discover the exciting lineup of performances at 54 Below next week, featuring a variety of talented artists and captivating shows. Don't miss out on the vibrant entertainment scene at this iconic venue.
PARTY CLOWN OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS and THE HUNGRY MIND BUFFET Come to Theater for the New City

From May 30 to June 16, Theater for the New City (TNC) will present 'Party Clown of the Rich & Famous and The Hungry Mind Buffet,' a two-part evening of short plays.
JULIET EWING: RISE UP SINGING Returns To Don't Tell Mama This June

Juliet Ewing returns with her solo cabaret debut, 'Rise Up Singing,' featuring the music of George Gershwin on June 19 at 7PM at DON'T TELL MAMA.
Review: Celia Berk's A DREAM AND A SONG at The Laurie Beechman Theatre is a triumph!

Sullivan's work is tailor-made for an instrument as pure and nuanced as Berk’s voice. The May 12th show was phenomenal.

Laurie Beechman FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Laurie Beechman been in?

Laurie Beechman has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Laurie Beechman been in?

Laurie Beechman has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Laurie Beechman been nominated for?

Laurie Beechman has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." She also received a nomination for Performance at the Theatre World Awards for the same production. Additionally, Beechman was nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for her performance in "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat."

What awards has Laurie Beechman won?

Laurie Beechman has won the Performance (Theatre World Awards) for her role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

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