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Lea DeLaria STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Judith Fellowes

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Bernadette

[Off-Broadway]
New-York Premiere, 2018
Betty 4

[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Production, 2017
Rosie

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Original Production, 2012
Thor

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 2006
Performer

[New York]
Concert Reading, 2005
Sister E

[Regional (US)]
42nd Street Moon Concert, 2004
Princess Winnifred

[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Revival, 2004
Joy

[New York]
National Alliance for Musical Theatre Presentation, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Performer

Other Roles

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Cinder

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Dr. Scott

Eddie

Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer Production, 1998
Hildy Esterhazy

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1998
Performer

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1997
Matron "Mama" Morton [Replacement]


Lea DeLaria Movies

The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Elise's Fan Lea De Laria
Rescuing Desire
[ 1996 ] Sadie
Plump Fiction
[ 1997 ] Mr. Purple
Edge of Seventeen
[ 1998 ] Angie
Homo Heights
[ 1998 ] Clementine
Fat Rose and Squeaky
[ 2006 ] Fat Rose
Ass Backwards
[ 2013 ] Deb
Bear with Us
[ 2016 ] Chief Ranger Stewart
Cars 3
[ 2017 ] Miss Fritter
Support the Girls
[ 2018 ] Bobo
Potato Dreams of America
[ 2021 ] Tamara

Lea DeLaria TV Shows

One Life to Live
Madame Delphina, Professor Del Fina, Professor Delbert Fina
Orange Is the New Black
Big Boo
The John Larroquette Show
Loreli, Lorelei

Lea DeLaria Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Lea Deloria, On the Town


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Lea Deloria, On the Town

Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Lea DeLaria, On the Town

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Lea DeLaria News


Lea DeLaria to Play The Big Gay Cabaret Next Weekend

Lea DeLaria will play The Big Gay Cabaret on Friday, July 19 at 8pm, Saturday, July 20 at 8pm, and Sunday July 21 at 5pm.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" July 8 to July 14, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including female power, shower singing and singer-songwriters.
Becca Ayers, Ethan Paulini & More Join EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE at Weathervane Theatre

Weathervane Theatre has revealed the full cast for the upcoming production of EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Linda Eder, Laura and Linda Benanti, and More to Play 54 Below Next Month

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
54 Below Will Present Expanded Brunch Programming Featuring Lea DeLaria & More

54 BELOW will present two new brunch series this summer as part of its expanded brunch programming: Lea DeLaria: Brunch Is Gay and Scott Siegel’s Broadway Musical Brunch. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Listen to Broadway Stars in Audio Series DOES THIS MURDER MAKE ME LOOK GAY?; First Episode Out Now

The show features an all-star cast including Michael Urie, Frankie Grande, Douglas Sills, Cheyenne Jackson, Jonathan Freeman, Brad Oscar, Robin de Jesús, Lea DeLaria, Sean Patrick Doyle, Seth Rudetsky, Lea Salonga, Nathan Lee Graham, and Kate McKinnon, among others. 
Michael Urie, Lea Salonga And More Join DOES THIS MURDER MAKE ME LOOK GAY? Audio Fiction Series

Ninth Planet Audio's new podcast 'Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!' premieres June 17, featuring Michael Urie, Frankie Grande, and more.
Utkarsh Ambudkar Joins Rachael Leigh Cook Film THERE SHE GOES

According to a new report, Utkarsh Ambudkar will be alongside Rachael Leigh Cook in a new film loosely based on her own experiences as a young actress in Hollywood. Ambudkar plays Molly(Cook)'s high school sweetheart Advay, who she leaves when she makes it big time as a star in a major 90s romcom. 25 years later, Molly returns to her hometown and reunites with Advay.
See Norm Lewis, Linda Eder & More Next Month at 54 Below

54 has unveiled its June lineup featuring Norm Lewis, Linda Eder and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
See Linda Eder, Tony Danza and More Next Week at 54 Below

Discover the exciting lineup at 54 Below next week, featuring Linda Eder, Tony Danza and more. See the full schedule and learn how to purchase tickets.
54 Below to Celebrate Pride Month With Lea DeLaria's BRUNCH IS GAY & More

Celebrate PRIDE Month at 54 Below with events like Lea DeLaria's Brunch Is Gay, performances by Robert Bannon and Mauricio Martínez, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Heidi Blickenstaff, Alex Edelman, and More Receive Elliot Norton Awards; Full List

Awards were presented tonight in 37 categories including outstanding actors, directors, designers, choreographers, musicians, productions and 4 visiting productions by the Boston Theater Critics Association (BTCA) at the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards ceremony, held at the Huntington Theatre in Boston.  
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 13, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 13, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive: Lea DeLaria Is Making Mother's Day Gay

On Sunday, May 12 and June 2 (1pm), 54 Below will welcome Emmy Award winner Lea DeLaria for a brand new brunch show and she is here to tell us all about it! Watch as she discusses the show in this video.
See Melissa Errico, Marilyn Maye and More at 54 Below Next Week

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets to upcoming shows.
Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below

Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month.
Interview: Lea DeLaria is Bringing Fun & Guests to 54 Below with BRUNCH IS GAY

With special guests, laughter and music, Lea DeLaria is back! This time, she’s doing it at brunch! Catch the first of her new brunch series at 54 Below starting May 12th and June 2nd at 1 pm featuring guests Gabe Ebert (Matilda) and Alexis Michelle (RuPaul's Drag Race). Read a conversation with DeLaria about the new show and what's coming up next.
Lea Delaria And Judy Gold Announce Dates Join BIG GAY CABARET At Mercury Theater

The Big Gay Cabaret Series presented by Ginger Minj has announced performance dates for Lea DeLaria and Judy Gold.
Heidi Blickenstaff, GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY And More Honored At 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards

Discover the winners of the 41st Annual Elliot Norton Awards, celebrating excellence in the Boston theater scene. Stay updated with BroadwayWorld's latest news.
Blair St. Clair Will Lead EVERYBODY'S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE at Weathervane Theatre

Blair St. Clair, a contestant on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 10 and RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 5, will star as Jamie New in the Global Regional Premiere of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie at New Hampshire’s award-winning Weathervane Theatre this summer.

Lea DeLaria FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lea DeLaria been in?

Lea DeLaria has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Lea DeLaria been in?

Lea DeLaria has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lea DeLaria been nominated for?

Lea DeLaria has been nominated for Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her role in "On the Town."

What awards has Lea DeLaria won?

Lea DeLaria has won the Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in "On the Town."

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