Lynn Cohen
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An inspiration for women seeking a second act, Ms. Cohen, born in Kansas City, Missouri, arrived in New York, with dreams of success on the stage like many others. The plot twist was that the tiny dynamo with striking, unconventional looks was in her mid-40s.
Her stage career included appearing ...
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Stage Credits
Twelve Angry Men
The Traveling Lady
Eavesdropping on Dreams
Lynn Cohen Biography
An inspiration for women seeking a second act, Ms. Cohen, born in Kansas City, Missouri, arrived in New York, with dreams of success on the stage like many others. The plot twist was that the tiny dynamo with striking, unconventional looks was in her mid-40s.Her stage career included appearing opposite Vanessa Redgrave in Peter Hall's Orpheus Descending in 1989. She helped develop the legendary Vanya on 42nd Street, which grew from a workshop led by Andre Gregory, including Julianne Moore and Wallace Shawn - the project eventually was adapted by David Mamet and filmed in 1994 with director Louis Malle. Appearing in many Off-Broadway shows, she received the Lucille Lortel Best Featured actress award for her gender reversal performance in the all-women production of I Remember Mama directed by Jack Cummings III.
Ms. Cohen appeared for ten years as Judge Elizabeth Mizener in Law and Order but became a household name with her memorable performance as Magda in Sex and the City. Miranda (Cynthia Nixon) was terrified by the tiny maid who discovered her sex toys, but ultimately, they forged a loving bond. She appeared in dozens of television shows, among them The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Blue Bloods, The Affair, Chicago Med, Damages and Nurse Jackie.
Movie directors eventually discovered her quirky persona when Woody Allen cast her as the victim in "Manhattan Murder Mystery". Steven Spielberg saw her strength as Golda Meier in Munich. A new generation discovered her as Mags in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, a role she said she took upon the recommendation of her granddaughter. She appeared in movies opposite Liev Schreiber, Daniel Craig, Kevin Kline, Peter Dinklage, Helen Hunt, Paul Dano among many others. Ms. Cohen appeared in 121 movies, 13 in 2019 alone. She departed with four productions in development.
Ms. Cohen studied with Alvina Kraus at Northwestern University and in New York with Michael Howard and took acting classes throughout her life and was known for her generosity in mentoring and encouraging other actors.
Lynn Cohen Awards and Nominations
| The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play | ||
| Lynn Cohen, I Remember Mama | ||
Lynn Cohen News
Jessica Fishenfeld to Sing Debut Album THE NOTHING LAMP & More World Premieres at Coffey Street Studioby Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2022
Amanda + James presents multi-genre soprano and actor Jessica Fishenfeld (America's Got Talent, Stonewall), celebrating not one, not two, but THREE live world premieres within this adventurous musical experience, alongside pianist Mila Henry (The American Opera Project, Opera Cowgirls).
Berkshire Theatre Group Announces 2021/22 Fall and Winter Seasonby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2021
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced the 2021/22 fall and winter season at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield and The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge. Berkshire Theatre Group carefully monitors CDC guidelines for COVID-19 on a regular basis. They will continue to update procedures as needed.
THE WORLD WITHOUT YOU Will Screen at 16th LA Femme Film Festivalby Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 12, 2020
The 16th Annual LA Femme International Film Festival will hold a special screening of the feature film drama The World Without You
TogetherLAFestival Returns with Playwright Meet and Greetsby A.A. Cristi - Oct 8, 2020
Meet the playwrights from the 2nd week of LA's first TogetherLAFestival. Presented by Alternative Theatre Los Angeles (ATLA) in association with LA Stage Alliance (LASA), a?oeTogether LA: A Virtual Stage Festivala?? is celebrating the vibrant and diverse intimate theatre scene of the greater Los Angeles area.
Berkshire Theatre Group Announces BOBBIE'S FALL SERIES Outside Under a Tent at The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridgeby Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2020
Following the success of Bobbie's Summer Series, Berkshire Theatre Group has announced Bobbie's Fall Series, introducing outdoor afternoon entertainment on weekends, including jazz Sundays, in September and October.
Berkshire Theatre Group Announces BOBBIE'S SUMMER SERIES Featuring Wanda L. Houston, Billy Keane and Moreby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2020
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced another event for the community, Bobbie's Summer Series, where on select weekends in August, Berkshire County's talented musicians and dancers will provide diverse entertainment for adults and children alike.
Frameline44 Reveals Frameline44 Pride Showcase Lineupby Kaitlin Milligan - Jun 10, 2020
Frameline, the world's longest-running and largest showcase of queer cinema, is proud to announce the full program for the Frameline44 Pride Showcase taking place Thursday, June 25 through Sunday, June 28, 2020 in celebration of the 50th anniversary of San Francisco Pride.
Photo Coverage: Remembering Lynn Cohenby Walter McBride - Feb 19, 2020
As BroadwayWorld previously reported, actress Lynn Cohen who gained fame in 'Sex and the City' and 'The Hunger Games' died on February 14th. Cohen has appeared in over 120 movies as well as a string of Broadway and Off-Broadway plays and television appearances. She was 86. Today, BroadwayWorld remembers Cohen with a look back at some photos from our archives...
Stage Actor and SEX AND THE CITY Star Lynn Cohen Passes Awayby A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2020
Screen and stage actor Lynn Cohen has passed away.
New Yiddish Rep Will Present THE WHORE FROM OHIO by Hanoch Levinby Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2020
New Yiddish Rep will present 'The Whore from Ohio' by Hanoch Levin, Israel's foremost playwright, at Theater for the New City February 19 to 23, performed in Yiddish with projected surtitles. This black comedy, which deals memorably with ultimate questions of fantasy, lust and mortality, is one Levin's most famous plays. It is translated into Yiddish from the original Hebrew by Eli Rosen. Gara Sandler directs.
Lynn Cohen Videos
by Stage Tube - Oct 11, 2018
La Femme Theatre Productions presents Tennessee William'sA Lovely Sunday for Creve Coeur, directed by Austin Pendleton.
by BroadwayWorld TV - Feb 21, 2015
Signature Theatre presents Charles Mee's BIG LOVE, directed by Tina Landau, which is now in previews ahead of an opening night on Monday, February 23, 2015 at the The Irene Diamond Stage at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street between 9th and 10th Avenues). BroadwayWorld brings you a first look at the production below!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 19, 2013
THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE director Francis Lawrence appeared on the red carpet at the film's LA Premiere last night and spoke to MTV News Josh Horowitz about the upcoming two 'Mockingjay' films that will close up the successful movie franchise.
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 18, 2013
Below, check out Sesame Street's version of the highly anticipated film HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE.
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 14, 2013
Below, check out a new clip for THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, showing off the updated training center. The film hits theaters on November 22nd!
by - Nov 12, 2013
Below, check out the new TV Spot for THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE titled 'Cornucopia'. The film hits theaters on November 22nd!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2013
Lionsgate has released over four minutes of behind-the-scenes footage from the highly anticipated action adventure HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, hitting theaters on November 22. Get a first look below!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 7, 2013
Today, Lionsgate has released a second clip from The Hunger Games: Catching Fire, hitting theaters on November 22nd. Get a first look below!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 6, 2013
Lionsgate has released the first clip from THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE hitting theaters on November 22, 2013 (2D theaters and IMAX). Check it out below!
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 4, 2013
Subway has shared a new TV spot for the highly anticipated film THE HUNGER GAMES: CATCHING FIRE, featuring Christina Aguilera's 'We Remain'. Check it out below!
