Marian Seldes
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Marian Seldes:
Ronald Rand to Star in LET IT BE ART! South Carolina Premiere at Bluebird Theatre (Feb 16, 2026)
Photos: The Neighborhood Playhouse Present A Red Door Reading Of John Patrick Shanley’s PRODIGAL SON (Dec 4, 2025)
Harvey Fierstein Will Receive a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement (Apr 24, 2025)
Ronald Rand to Star in LET IT BE ART! South Carolina Premiere at Bluebird Theatre (Feb 16, 2026)
Photos: The Neighborhood Playhouse Present A Red Door Reading Of John Patrick Shanley’s PRODIGAL SON (Dec 4, 2025)
Harvey Fierstein Will Receive a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement (Apr 24, 2025)
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
1964
Miss Alice (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe)
(St. Louis, MO (Regional))
(Standby)
[Broadway]
1962
Susan Loring
Lael Tucker Wertenbaker (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe)
(St. Louis, MO (Regional))
(Standby)
[Broadway]
Unknown, 1960
Symka Berson
Rachel Apt (Understudy)
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Productions
Movies
The True Story of Jesse James
[ 1957 ] Rowena Cobb
[ 1957 ] Rowena Cobb
The Light in the Forest
[ 1958 ] Kate Owens
[ 1958 ] Kate Owens
The Big Fisherman
[ 1959 ] Arnon
[ 1959 ] Arnon
Crime & Punishment, USA
[ 1959 ] Debbie Cole
[ 1959 ] Debbie Cole
Fingers
[ 1978 ] Ruth
[ 1978 ] Ruth
Zits
[ 1988 ] Miss Maple
[ 1988 ] Miss Maple
In a Pig's Eye
[ 1990 ] Mrs. Isabel Purvis
[ 1990 ] Mrs. Isabel Purvis
The Gun in Betty Lou's Handbag
[ 1992 ] Margaret Armstrong
[ 1992 ] Margaret Armstrong
Tom and Huck
[ 1995 ] Widow Dougl
[ 1995 ] Widow Dougl
Affliction
[ 1997 ] Alma Pittman
[ 1997 ] Alma Pittman
Digging to China
[ 1997 ] Leah Schroth
[ 1997 ] Leah Schroth
Home Alone 3
[ 1997 ] Mrs. Hess
[ 1997 ] Mrs. Hess
Celebrity
[ 1998 ] Datloff Party Guest
[ 1998 ] Datloff Party Guest
The Haunting
[ 1999 ] Mrs. Dudley
[ 1999 ] Mrs. Dudley
Duets
[ 2000 ] Harriet Gahagan
[ 2000 ] Harriet Gahagan
Town & Country
[ 2001 ] Eugenie's Mother
[ 2001 ] Eugenie's Mother
Hollywood Ending
[ 2002 ] Alexandra
[ 2002 ] Alexandra
Mona Lisa Smile
[ 2003 ] President Jocelyn Carr
[ 2003 ] President Jocelyn Carr
The Visitor
[ 2007 ] Barbara
[ 2007 ] Barbara
Suburban Girl
[ 2007 ] Margaret Paddleford
[ 2007 ] Margaret Paddleford
August Rush
[ 2007 ] The Dean
[ 2007 ] The Dean
Leatherheads
[ 2008 ] Clerk
[ 2008 ] Clerk
The Toe Tactic
[ 2008 ] Eunice
[ 2008 ] Eunice
Home
[ 2008 ] Peggy
[ 2008 ] Peggy
The Extra Man
[ 2010 ] Vivian Cudlip
[ 2010 ] Vivian Cudlip
Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life
[ 2011 ] Mabel Billingsly
[ 2011 ] Mabel Billingsly
TV Shows
Cosby
Virginia, Elaine
Virginia, Elaine
Awards and Nominations
winner
- 2015 - Hall of Fame Awards
Marian Seldes
winner
Tony Awards - 2010 - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre
Marian Seldes
winner
Drama League Awards - 2006 - Unique Contribution to the Theatre
Marian Seldes
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play
Marian Seldes, Dinner at Eight
winner
The Lortels - 2003 - Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence
Marian Seldes
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Marian Seldes, Dinner at Eight
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Actress in a Play
Marian Seldes, The Play About the Baby
The Lortels - 2001 - Outstanding Lead Actress
Marian Seldes, The Play About the Baby
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Marian Seldes, The Play about the Baby
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play
Marian Seldess , The Butterfly Collection
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play
Marian Seldes, Ivanov
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Marian Seldes, Ring Round the Moon
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play
Marian Seldes, Ivanov
Helen Hayes Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production
Marian SeldesThree Tall Women
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1984 - Best Actress
Marian Seldes, Painting Churches
Tony Awards - 1978 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Marian Seldes, Deathtrap
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1971 - Outstanding Performance
Marian Seldes, Father's Day
Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Marian Seldes , Father's Day
winner
Tony Awards - 1967 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Marian Seldes, A Delicate Balance
winner
Obie Awards - 1964 - Performance
Marian Seldes , The Ginger Man
Videos
VIDEO: Marian Seldes Shares Performance Memories on Rick McKay's THE GOLDEN AGE FILM TRILOGY
by Sally Henry Fuller - 2015-08-23 17:03:26
STAGE TUBE: FUN HOME's Sam Gold Gives Best Director Tonys Speech
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-08 00:19:48
Angela Lansbury, Kevin Kline, Patti LuPone, and More Set for Acting Company's Ruby Ball, 12/3
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-11-13 11:38:32
TV: Kevin Spacey Receives EDWIN BOOTH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
by Robert Diamond - 2011-01-11 08:52:12
News
Ronald Rand to Star in LET IT BE ART! South Carolina Premiere at Bluebird Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026
U.S. Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand will be bringing Harold Clurman, the 'Elder Statesman of the American Theatre' alive in the South Caroilna premiere of his solo play, Let It Be Art! at the Bluebird Theatre in Orangeburg.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026
U.S. Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand will be bringing Harold Clurman, the 'Elder Statesman of the American Theatre' alive in the South Caroilna premiere of his solo play, Let It Be Art! at the Bluebird Theatre in Orangeburg.
Photos: The Neighborhood Playhouse Present A Red Door Reading Of John Patrick Shanley’s PRODIGAL SON
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre presented an invite-only Red Door Reading of Prodigal Son, the deeply personal and resonant drama by Pulitzer Prize–, Tony Award–, and Academy Award–winning writer John Patrick Shanley. Check out photos of the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2025
The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre presented an invite-only Red Door Reading of Prodigal Son, the deeply personal and resonant drama by Pulitzer Prize–, Tony Award–, and Academy Award–winning writer John Patrick Shanley. Check out photos of the event.
Harvey Fierstein Will Receive a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced that legendary actor and writer, and four-time Tony Award winner, Harvey Fierstein will receive the 2025 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 24, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee announced that legendary actor and writer, and four-time Tony Award winner, Harvey Fierstein will receive the 2025 Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre.
Interview: Kristine Nielsen Talks Summers in Cotuit and Appearing in a Broadway SMASH
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 24, 2025
Kristine Nielsen has made her name on Broadway playing roles in all kinds of comedies and dramas, but only a very few musicals. She’s changing that up this season, however, portraying Susan Proctor, an Actors’ Studio teacher and confidante to Ivy Lynn, a Broadway star preparing to play Marilyn Monroe, in the new musical comedy “Smash,” at New York’s Imperial Theatre.
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 24, 2025
Kristine Nielsen has made her name on Broadway playing roles in all kinds of comedies and dramas, but only a very few musicals. She’s changing that up this season, however, portraying Susan Proctor, an Actors’ Studio teacher and confidante to Ivy Lynn, a Broadway star preparing to play Marilyn Monroe, in the new musical comedy “Smash,” at New York’s Imperial Theatre.
Frank Hartenstein, Broadway Stage Manager, Passes Away at 85
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025
Frank Hartenstein, a stage manager whose body of work included collaborating with some of Broadway's most celebrated luminaries over the last 50 years, died on Friday, February 21. Learn more about Hartenstein's life and career.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2025
Frank Hartenstein, a stage manager whose body of work included collaborating with some of Broadway's most celebrated luminaries over the last 50 years, died on Friday, February 21. Learn more about Hartenstein's life and career.
An In-Depth History of the Orpheum Theatre
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 9, 2025
Some of the shows that the Orpheum has been best known for are Stomp, which ran there for an astounding 29 years, from 1994 to 2023, and the original production of Little Shop of Horrors which spent over five years at the theater from 1982 to 1987.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 9, 2025
Some of the shows that the Orpheum has been best known for are Stomp, which ran there for an astounding 29 years, from 1994 to 2023, and the original production of Little Shop of Horrors which spent over five years at the theater from 1982 to 1987.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE Now On Sale At Island City Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025
Tickets are selling fast for Island City Stage's milestone production of Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance. In response to popular demand, an additional show has been added on Wednesday, February 5 at 7:30 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025
Tickets are selling fast for Island City Stage's milestone production of Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance. In response to popular demand, an additional show has been added on Wednesday, February 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Mary Steenburgen & Pamela Moller Kareman to be Honored by The Neighborhood Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025
The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre will present the first-ever Sanford Meisner Awards, honoring the extraordinary achievements and legacy of Mary Steenburgen and Pamela Moller Kareman, at their 2025 Benefit Gala. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2025
The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre will present the first-ever Sanford Meisner Awards, honoring the extraordinary achievements and legacy of Mary Steenburgen and Pamela Moller Kareman, at their 2025 Benefit Gala. Learn more!
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE Announced At Island City Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2024
Family secrets, friendship and loyalties drive the heart of Island City Stage's milestone production of Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance, running January 16 – February 9.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2024
Family secrets, friendship and loyalties drive the heart of Island City Stage's milestone production of Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance, running January 16 – February 9.
Christmas Films Adapted For the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2024
Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2024
Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand to Bring Harold Clurman In LET IT BE ART! To Athens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024
Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024
Ronald Rand will perform his acclaimed solo play LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman in Athens during the Global Arts Education Summit, marking nearly 25 years of world tours. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE PEOPLE VERSUS LENNY BRUCE Comes to 3 West Club This Week
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2023
Food For Thought Productions continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique series set for its 2023 Season. Learn more about The People Versus Lenny Bruce and find out how to get tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2023
Food For Thought Productions continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique series set for its 2023 Season. Learn more about The People Versus Lenny Bruce and find out how to get tickets here!
Cast Set for Red Bull Theater 2023 Short New Play Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2023
Red Bull Theater has revealed the cast for the eight world premieres selected for the company’s 13th annual Short New Play Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2023
Red Bull Theater has revealed the cast for the eight world premieres selected for the company’s 13th annual Short New Play Festival.
Red Bull Theater Reveals Short New Play Festival 2023 Winning Submissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023
Red Bull Theater has announced the eight world premieres selected for the company’s 13th annual Short New Play Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2023
Red Bull Theater has announced the eight world premieres selected for the company’s 13th annual Short New Play Festival.
Steven Ditmyer Will Direct BETTINGER'S LUGGAGE at AMT
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023
Producer Laura Elrick is thrilled to announce that acclaimed Meisner Teacher and Director Steven Ditmyer will be directing Al Tapper's Bettinger's Luggage, scheduled to open September 19th, 2023 at AMT Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023
Producer Laura Elrick is thrilled to announce that acclaimed Meisner Teacher and Director Steven Ditmyer will be directing Al Tapper's Bettinger's Luggage, scheduled to open September 19th, 2023 at AMT Theater.
UNLUCKY GAL is the Second Segment Of ALL THE COURT'S A STAGE A Series Of One-Act Plays Based On Seven Of Martin Garbus' Law Cases
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023
Unlucky Gal is the second segment of 'All The Court's A Stage,' a series of one-act plays that are based on seven of Martin Garbus' cases and directed by Antony Marsellis.
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2023
Unlucky Gal is the second segment of 'All The Court's A Stage,' a series of one-act plays that are based on seven of Martin Garbus' cases and directed by Antony Marsellis.
Matthew Broderick, Laura Benanti, Melissa Errico & David Staller to Lead THE LETTERS SERIES at Irish Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023
Irish Repertory Theatre will present The Letters Series, featuring Dear Liar by Jerome Kilty & George Bernard Shaw, directed by Charlotte Moore. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023
Irish Repertory Theatre will present The Letters Series, featuring Dear Liar by Jerome Kilty & George Bernard Shaw, directed by Charlotte Moore. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!
The 2023 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize Names 10 Finalists Including Zadie Smith, Francisca Da Silveira & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced 10 Finalists for its prestigious playwriting award, the oldest and largest international prize awarded to women+ playwrights.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023
The Susan Smith Blackburn Prize has announced 10 Finalists for its prestigious playwriting award, the oldest and largest international prize awarded to women+ playwrights.
Submissions Now Open for Red Bull Theater's SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2023
Red Bull Theater is now accepting submissions for their ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year’s theme: “Forbidden Love” will be selected through an open submission process.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 25, 2023
Red Bull Theater is now accepting submissions for their ANNUAL SHORT NEW PLAY FESTIVAL. Six brand new 10-minute plays of heightened language and classic themes inspired by this year’s theme: “Forbidden Love” will be selected through an open submission process.
Singer-Songwriter Judy Collins Will Join in Q&A at Food For Thought Productions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2023
FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique production set for its 2023 Season Opener on January 23rd.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2023
FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique production set for its 2023 Season Opener on January 23rd.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Marian Seldes been in?
Marian Seldes has appeared on Broadway in 25 shows.
How many West End shows has Marian Seldes been in?
Marian Seldes has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Marian Seldes been nominated for?
Hall of Fame Awards () for , Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards) for , Unique Contribution to the Theatre (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dinner at Eight , Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence (The Lortels), Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Dinner at Eight, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Play About the Baby , Outstanding Lead Actress (The Lortels) for The Play About the Baby, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Play about the Baby, Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Butterfly Collection, Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ivanov, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Ring Round the Moon, Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Ivanov, Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Three Tall Women, Best Actress (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Painting Churches, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Deathtrap, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Father's Day, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Father's Day, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Delicate Balance and Performance (Obie Awards) for The Ginger Man.
What awards has Marian Seldes won?
Marian Seldes has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career. She was honored with the Hall of Fame Awards, as well as a Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre. She also received recognition for Unique Contribution to the Theatre from the Drama League Awards and the Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence from The Lortels. Seldes won Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Play about the Baby, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Butterfly Collection, and again Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Ivanov. She earned Best Actress at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Painting Churches and received Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for Father's Day. Additionally, she won Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for A Delicate Balance, and was recognized for her Performance at the Obie Awards for The Ginger Man.
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