Lucille Ball
Date of Death: April 26, 1989 (77)
Birth Place: Jamestown, NY, USA
Latest News on Lucille Ball:
September Spotlight Series Events at the Palace Feature Three Inspiring Women (Aug 28, 2024)
Review: WILD THINGS at Shadowbox Live (Aug 20, 2024)
Review Roundup: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Returns To Broadway (Aug 12, 2024)
September Spotlight Series Events at the Palace Feature Three Inspiring Women (Aug 28, 2024)
Review: WILD THINGS at Shadowbox Live (Aug 20, 2024)
Review Roundup: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Returns To Broadway (Aug 12, 2024)
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In 1936, she landed the role she hoped would lead her to Broadway, in the Bartlett Cormack play Hey Diddle Diddle, a comedy set in a duplex apartment in Hollywood. The play premiered in Princeton, New Jersey, on January 21, 1937, with Ball playing the part of Julie Tucker, "one of three roommates coping with neurotic directors, confused executives, and grasping stars, who interfere with the girls' ability to get ahead".
In 1940, Ball appeared as the lead in the musical Too Many Girls where she met and fell in love with Desi Arnaz, who played one of her character's four bodyguards in the movie.
She starred in Wildcat on Broadway, a musical with a book by N. Richard Nash, lyrics by Carolyn Leigh, and music by Cy Coleman.
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VIDEO: First Look at the Regional Premiere of THE CHER SHOW at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022
VIDEO: Nicole Kidman Talks Not Being 'Strong Enough' to Sing on Broadway
by Michael Major - Dec 8, 2021
Video Flashback: Bernadette Peters, Cher, and Bob Mackie on The John Davidson Show in 1981
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2019
VIDEO: Stars Turn Out to Help BC/EFA Raise Over $900,000 at the 2018 Broadway Flea Market
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 1, 2018
VIDEO: Tiffany Haddish is Ready for the 2018 MTV Movie & TV Awards, Are You?
by Macon Prickett - May 1, 2018
VIDEO: Fran Drescher Pays Tribute to Lucille Ball in New AMERICAN MASTER's Podcast
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 4, 2016
VIDEO: Valerie Harper and Lucie Arnaz Share Lucille Ball Memories on Rick McKay's THE GOLDEN AGE FILM TRILOGY
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 22, 2015
STAGE TUBE: May the Fourth Be with You- STAR WARS Meets Broadway and Bea Arthur!
by Nicole Rosky - May 4, 2015
TV Exclusive: BACKSTAGE WITH RICHARD RIDGE- PIPPIN's New 'Berthe', Lucie Arnaz!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 2, 2014
STAGE TUBE: Watch SNL Cast Roast Joan Rivers and Other Deceased Icons
by Sally Henry Fuller - Oct 5, 2014
Lucille Ball News
September Spotlight Series Events at the Palace Feature Three Inspiring Women
September will launch the Palace Theater’s new 2024-2025 Spotlight Series with the stories of three women who will entertain, educate, and inspire their audiences.
September will launch the Palace Theater’s new 2024-2025 Spotlight Series with the stories of three women who will entertain, educate, and inspire their audiences.
Review: WILD THINGS at Shadowbox Live
While not all the sketches are home runs, most offer a solid chuckle to nearly everyone. It may not be an event you can feel comfortable taking your grandparents to, but maybe you could bring a drunk Aunt Martha and Uncle Bill this time around.
While not all the sketches are home runs, most offer a solid chuckle to nearly everyone. It may not be an event you can feel comfortable taking your grandparents to, but maybe you could bring a drunk Aunt Martha and Uncle Bill this time around.
Review Roundup: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Returns To Broadway
F-R-E-D! The classic musical comedy Once Upon a Mattress celebrates its triumphant return to Broadway for the first time in over 25 years, in a new production starring two-time Tony-winner Sutton Foster and Drama Desk Award winner and SAG Award nominee Michael Urie! Read the reviews!
F-R-E-D! The classic musical comedy Once Upon a Mattress celebrates its triumphant return to Broadway for the first time in over 25 years, in a new production starring two-time Tony-winner Sutton Foster and Drama Desk Award winner and SAG Award nominee Michael Urie! Read the reviews!
A Brief History of Movie Stars in Their Broadway Debuts
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of established movie stars making their Broadway debuts?
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of established movie stars making their Broadway debuts?
Kim Powers' SIDEKICKED to be Presented at Boca Stage in September
Boca Stage’s first production of the 2024-2025 season will be playwright Kim Powers’ Sidekicked. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Boca Stage’s first production of the 2024-2025 season will be playwright Kim Powers’ Sidekicked. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Megan Hilty, Christine Ebersole & Gavin Creel to be Featured in Broadway In Worcester 2024-2025 Season
Broadway in Worcester announces its 2024-2025 season featuring Megan Hilty, Christine Ebersole, and Gavin Creel. Single tickets and subscriptions are now available. Learn how to purchase!
Broadway in Worcester announces its 2024-2025 season featuring Megan Hilty, Christine Ebersole, and Gavin Creel. Single tickets and subscriptions are now available. Learn how to purchase!
Chain NYC Film Festival to Premiere Film About Longtime Critic Susan Granger
IT’S A HOLLYWOOD LIFE!, a documentary about longtime critic Susan Granger's 80+ years in entertainment journalism, premieres in NYC on July 27 at the Chain NYC Film Festival and on CPTV on October 21.
IT’S A HOLLYWOOD LIFE!, a documentary about longtime critic Susan Granger's 80+ years in entertainment journalism, premieres in NYC on July 27 at the Chain NYC Film Festival and on CPTV on October 21.
Review: Lucie Arnaz Celebrates A Life On Stage with I GOT THE JOB at 54 Below
Lucie Arnaz has had a long and varied career. The crowd at 54 Below on Thursday, July 20 was treated to a setlist of songs from a bevy of roles she has played or desired to play. Overall, Arnaz proved why she indeed got so many jobs, and how she continues to shine on stage today!
Lucie Arnaz has had a long and varied career. The crowd at 54 Below on Thursday, July 20 was treated to a setlist of songs from a bevy of roles she has played or desired to play. Overall, Arnaz proved why she indeed got so many jobs, and how she continues to shine on stage today!
Photos: Rex Reed Remembers Polly Bergen With Will Friedwald at Triad Theater
Will Friedwald’s Clip Joint presented the legendary film critic and personality “Rex Reed Remembers Polly Bergen” last night at the Triad Theater.
Will Friedwald’s Clip Joint presented the legendary film critic and personality “Rex Reed Remembers Polly Bergen” last night at the Triad Theater.
Christine Ebersole Joins Hallmark Movie HOLIDAY TOUCHDOWN: A CHIEFS LOVE STORY
Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole is one of the latest names to join the cast of the upcoming original Hallmark movie centering on the Kansas City Chiefs football team. In Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, Ebersole will appear alongside Diedrich Bader, Megyn Price, and Richard Riehle.
Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole is one of the latest names to join the cast of the upcoming original Hallmark movie centering on the Kansas City Chiefs football team. In Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, Ebersole will appear alongside Diedrich Bader, Megyn Price, and Richard Riehle.
Ana Gasteyer and Seth Rudetsky to Perform at the White Plains Performing Arts Center
Ana Gasteyer and Seth Rudetsky will perform live at the White Plains Performing Arts Center this month. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Ana Gasteyer and Seth Rudetsky will perform live at the White Plains Performing Arts Center this month. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Hollywood Heritage Museum Will Celebrate Pride With Judy Garland Event
Join in at the Hollywood Heritage Museum (2100 N Highland Ave) for 'End of the Rainbow,' a special PRIDE celebration honoring Judy Garland's 102nd birthday, 85 years of MGM’s “The Wizard of Oz,” and global launch of Vince Spinnato’s latest fragrance, “Judy in Oz.”
Join in at the Hollywood Heritage Museum (2100 N Highland Ave) for 'End of the Rainbow,' a special PRIDE celebration honoring Judy Garland's 102nd birthday, 85 years of MGM’s “The Wizard of Oz,” and global launch of Vince Spinnato’s latest fragrance, “Judy in Oz.”
Review: FROM BROADWAY TO HOLLYWOOD at Oscars Cabaret & Nightclub
Nicolas Dromard & Desireé Davar premiered their cabaret show From Broadway to Hollywood Saturday night at Oscar’s to a packed and very receptive house. The concept of the show is literally their journey from Broadway to Hollywood, covering how they met, how he proposed, some terrific and appropriate songs along the way and a lot of tap dancing (more on that later).
Nicolas Dromard & Desireé Davar premiered their cabaret show From Broadway to Hollywood Saturday night at Oscar’s to a packed and very receptive house. The concept of the show is literally their journey from Broadway to Hollywood, covering how they met, how he proposed, some terrific and appropriate songs along the way and a lot of tap dancing (more on that later).
MY WHITE HUSBAND Comes to Moving Arts Theatre Company in May
Moving Arts Theatre Company will present the world-premiere of Leviticus Jelks’ debut play, My White Husband, opening May 18th in Los Angeles with previews on May 16th and 17th.
Moving Arts Theatre Company will present the world-premiere of Leviticus Jelks’ debut play, My White Husband, opening May 18th in Los Angeles with previews on May 16th and 17th.
Review: THE CHER SHOW at THEATRE UNDER THE STARS
I am unsure if I know of any other music diva who needs three different actresses to play her, but Cher seems to have required that. We have not one, not two, but three Chers in this show. And do they trot on, do their part of life, and leave? Heck no! They all talk to each other, advise each other, and sing together all night long. It’s like the three musketCHERs or something!
I am unsure if I know of any other music diva who needs three different actresses to play her, but Cher seems to have required that. We have not one, not two, but three Chers in this show. And do they trot on, do their part of life, and leave? Heck no! They all talk to each other, advise each other, and sing together all night long. It’s like the three musketCHERs or something!
Kristine Nielsen Joins Maxine Linehan and Kelly McAndrew in the Dorset Theatre Festival
Dorset Theatre Festival has announced full casting for The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh and Sidekicked by Kim Powers in their upcoming 2024 Main Stage season, scheduled from June 21 through September 7, 2024 at the Dorset Playhouse.
Dorset Theatre Festival has announced full casting for The Beauty Queen of Leenane by Martin McDonagh and Sidekicked by Kim Powers in their upcoming 2024 Main Stage season, scheduled from June 21 through September 7, 2024 at the Dorset Playhouse.
Cape Rep Theatre Announces OUR TOWN And More for 2024 Season
Discover the exciting lineup for Cape Rep's 2024 season. Stay updated with the latest in Broadway entertainment news.
Discover the exciting lineup for Cape Rep's 2024 season. Stay updated with the latest in Broadway entertainment news.
Dorset Theatre Festival Reveals 2024 Season Lineup
Dorset Theatre Festival has announced its 47th Main Stage Summer Season beginning June 21, 2024. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
Dorset Theatre Festival has announced its 47th Main Stage Summer Season beginning June 21, 2024. Learn more about the full season lineup here!
National Tour of THE CHER SHOW Comes to Stifel Theatre This April
Catch the iconic Broadway musical, THE CHER SHOW, at Stifel Theatre on April 10-11. Experience the story of Cher's phenomenal career in this unforgettable performance.
Catch the iconic Broadway musical, THE CHER SHOW, at Stifel Theatre on April 10-11. Experience the story of Cher's phenomenal career in this unforgettable performance.
Lucille Ball FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Lucille Ball been in?
Lucille Ball has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Lucille Ball been in?
Lucille Ball has not appeared in the West End
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