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BIO

Broadway: Electra, Having Our Say, So Long on Lonely Street. Off-Broadway: The Visitor, Passages, First Noel, Brownsville Song, Cell, Rosmersholm, for colored girls…, Gum, Ma Rose and Salt. Regional: STC, CATF, Rep Theater of St. Louis, The Old Globe, Trinity Rep, Arena Stage, Cleveland Play House, Yale Rep, Berkeley Rep, Victory Gardens, NBT U.K., Cincinnati Playhouse, Roundhouse Theater. Film/TV: Detroit, We’ll Never Have Paris, The Human Stain, The Preacher’s Wife, “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” “Deadbeat,” “Golden Boy,” “John Adams,” “The Good Wife,” “Sesame Street,” “The Wire.”


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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2026
Puddin ()

[Off-Broadway]
2025
Mrs. Pearce/Mrs. Higgins ()

[Off-Broadway]
New York Theater Workshop Off-Broadway Production, 2023
Elegba


[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Magalee


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Aunt Lou

Miss Dawson

Mrs. Tyler

Aunt Lou

Miss Dawson

Mrs. Tyler

[Off-Broadway]
2022
Tisha


[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere, 2021
Big Ma


[Off-Broadway]
2008
Hecuba


[Off-Broadway]
2000
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
1999
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
1988


[Broadway]
1986
Annabel Lee


Awards and Nominations


winner
Obie Awards - 2022 - Performance Award

Lizan Mitchell, On Sugarland


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actress - Play

Lizan MitchellTrojan Women


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

Lizan MitchellHaving Our Say

News


Photos: A SCINTILLATING SHAW PARTY Celebrates PYGMALION
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 18, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group and The American Irish Historical Society recently hosted A Scintillating Shaw Party celebrating GTG's acclaimed all-female production of Shaw's Pygmalion.
Photos: PYGMALION Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 3, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group is now presenting the classic play, Pygmalion. The five-week limited engagement continues at Theatre Row’s Theater 5 through November 22. Check out photos from opening night here!
Video: First Look at Gingold Theatrical Group's PYGMALION
by Gillian Blum - Nov 3, 2025

Watch a video sneak preview of the Gingold Theatrical Group's production of Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion, running at Theatre Row's Theater 5 from November 2 through November 22.
Alana Raquel Bowers, Will Cobbs and More to Star in COLD WAR CHOIR PRACTICE at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025

MCC Theater, Clubbed Thumb, and Page 73 have revealed the cast and creative team for Cold War Choir Practice, a play with music by Ro Reddick and directed by Tony Award nominee Knud Adams.
Photos: Cast Of Gingold Theatrical Group’s PYGMALION Meet The Press
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 24, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group will present Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion at Theatre Row from October 22 to November 22, 2025. Starring Synnøve Karlsen in her New York theatrical debut alongside Mark Evans, the production is adapted and directed by David Staller in celebration of GTG’s 20th anniversary. See photos of the cast!
Synnøve Karlsen, Mark Evans and More to Star in PYGMALION at Gingold Theatrical Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2025

Gingold Theatrical Group's PYGMALION will star Synnøve Karlsen as Eliza Doolittle in her New York theatrical debut, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets here!
Review: CULLUD WATTAH at Mosaic Theater
by Roger Catlin - Apr 9, 2025

The Flint, Michigan water crisis began when the city decided to save money by switching its source of water from Detroit to the Flint River in 2014. It resulted in highly elevated lead levels and essentially toxic waste coming from the household taps on which tens of thousands of residents had depended. 
Soho Rep Will Pay Tribute to Walkerspace With SOHO REP IS NOT A BUILDING. SOHO REP HAD A BUILDING…
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Walkerspace (1991-2024), Soho Rep’s 65-seat venue at 46 Walker Street, will be laid to rest this January 2025. Celebrate the space with an special tribute event this week.
The Acting Company Announces Casting For SPELL #7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2024

The Acting Company revealed the cast for SPELL #7, featuring a dynamic ensemble of actors. The production is set to bring Ntozake Shange's work to life, exploring themes of identity and culture.
Review: THE INTERNATIONAL BLACK THEATRE FESTIVAL'S STAR-STUDDED GALA
by Vickie Evans - Aug 12, 2024

THE INTERNATIONAL BLACK THEATRE FESTIVAL'S STAR-STUDDED GALA is one of my favorite events because it showcases the best of the best in theatre excellence. This event is equivalent to our Oscars.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Charlotte d'Amboise & More to Star in REUNION OF BARTERSVILLE Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2024

LaChanze Productions has unveiled the cast for an industry reading on June 13 at Pershing Square Signature Center of Reunion in Bartersville. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
National Black Theatre and Chelsea Factory Will Host Public Presentation of BLOOD WORK
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024

National Black Theatre has announced the public presentation of blood work by Kristen Adele Calhoun (Black Cypress Bayou, Geffen Playhouse) and directed by Tiffany Nichole Greene (Covenant, Roundabout Theater Company).
Video: Get a First Look at THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2023

Get a sneak peek of THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company in this exclusive video. Discover the latest production from Roundabout Theatre Company and get a glimpse of the play before it hits the stage. Don't miss your chance to experience THE REFUGE PLAYS - book your tickets now!
Review Roundup: THE REFUGE PLAYS
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 12, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company just celebrated opening night for the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis. Check out what the critics had to say!
Video: Go Inside Opening Night of THE REFUGE PLAYS
by Opening Night - Oct 10, 2023

In this video watch as we take you inside opening night of Roundabout Theatre Company's world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of THE REFUGE PLAYS
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 5, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Workshop. Check out photos of the stars arriving on the opening night red carpet here!
Photos: The Cast and Creatives Arrive at Opening Night of Roundabout's THE REFUGE PLAYS
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 5, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays, by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Workshop. The production officially opened last night, October 4. Check out photos of the cast on the red carpet here!
Photos: Get a First Look at THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2023

Take a first look at THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company. This highly anticipated production features an incredible cast including Jessica Frances Dukes, Ngozi Anyanwu, Jon Michael Hill, Nicole Ari Parker, and more. Get an inside glimpse of the show before it opens and get ready to be captivated by this exciting new production.
Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for THE REFUGE PLAYS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2023

Roundabout Theatre Company is presenting the world-premiere production of The Refuge Plays by Nathan Alan Davis, directed by Patricia McGregor, in association with New York Theatre Workshop. See rehearsal photos!
RACHEL BLOOM: DEATH, LET ME DO MY SHOW, PAY THE WRITER & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for September
by Team BWW - Sep 1, 2023

What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lizan Mitchell been in?

Lizan Mitchell has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Lizan Mitchell been in?

Lizan Mitchell has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lizan Mitchell been nominated for?

Performance Award (Obie Awards) for On Sugarland, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Trojan Women and Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Having Our Say.

What awards has Lizan Mitchell won?

Lizan Mitchell has won the Performance Award at the Obie Awards for On Sugarland, the Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Trojan Women, and the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Non-Resident Production at the Helen Hayes Awards for Having Our Say.

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