Mary Alice
Birth Place: Indianola, MS, USA
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
The Education of Sonny Carson
[ 1974 ] Moms
[ 1974 ] Moms
Sparkle
[ 1976 ] Effie
[ 1976 ] Effie
A House Divided: Denmark Vessey's Rebellion
[ 1982 ] Beck
[ 1982 ] Beck
Beat Street
[ 1984 ] Cora Mary Alice Smith
[ 1984 ] Cora Mary Alice Smith
Teachers
[ 1984 ] Linda Ganz
[ 1984 ] Linda Ganz
The Bonfire of the Vanities
[ 1990 ] Annie Lamb
[ 1990 ] Annie Lamb
Awakenings
[ 1990 ] Nurse Margaret
[ 1990 ] Nurse Margaret
To Sleep with Anger
[ 1990 ] Suzie
[ 1990 ] Suzie
Malcolm X
[ 1992 ] School Teacher Mary Alice Smith
[ 1992 ] School Teacher Mary Alice Smith
A Perfect World
[ 1993 ] Lottie
[ 1993 ] Lottie
Life with Mikey
[ 1993 ] Mrs. Gordon
[ 1993 ] Mrs. Gordon
The Inkwell
[ 1994 ] Evelyn
[ 1994 ] Evelyn
Heading Home
[ 1994 ] Mary Jones
[ 1994 ] Mary Jones
Bed of Roses
[ 1996 ] Alice
[ 1996 ] Alice
Down in the Delta
[ 1998 ] Rosa Lynn
[ 1998 ] Rosa Lynn
Catfish in Black Bean Sauce
[ 1999 ] Dolores Williams
[ 1999 ] Dolores Williams
The Wishing Tree
[ 1999 ] Mattie Mary Alice Smith
[ 1999 ] Mattie Mary Alice Smith
The Photographer
[ 2000 ] Violet
[ 2000 ] Violet
Sunshine State
[ 2002 ] Eunice Stokes
[ 2002 ] Eunice Stokes
The Matrix Revolutions
[ 2003 ] The Oracle
[ 2003 ] The Oracle
TV Shows
A Different World
Lettie Bostic
Lettie Bostic
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Actress - Play
Mary Alice, Having Our Say
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play
Mary Alice , Having Our Say
winner
Obie Awards - 1993 - Obie Committee
Mary Alice
Videos
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for GREAT PERFORMANCES: CHICAGO VOICES Hosted by Renée Fleming on PBS
by Stage Tube - 2018-08-07 09:22:08
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek at Simon Keenlyside and More in DON GIOVANNI on Great Performances at the Met
by Christina Mancuso - 2017-02-16 08:41:24
BWW Recap: Lord, Show Me How to Say No to Chris on FEAR THE WALKING DEAD
by Jennifer McHugh - 2016-09-05 01:46:08
News
HAMNET, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, & More Receive Nominations for 2026 Producers Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2026
Hamnet, KPop Demon Hunters, Only Murders in the Building, and more have been nominated in the Motion Pictures and Television categories at the 37th Annual Producers Guild Awards.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2026
Hamnet, KPop Demon Hunters, Only Murders in the Building, and more have been nominated in the Motion Pictures and Television categories at the 37th Annual Producers Guild Awards.
Listen: Pixar's ELIO Soundtrack Out Now, Composed by Rob Simonsen
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2025
The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for Disney and Pixar’s film Elio, composed by Rob Simonsen, is now available, arriving on the same day that the film debuts in theaters. Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2025
The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for Disney and Pixar’s film Elio, composed by Rob Simonsen, is now available, arriving on the same day that the film debuts in theaters. Listen to it here!
Country-Pop Superstar CMAT to Play US Headline Tour This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2025
Irish country-pop superstar CMAT has announced a US headline tour this fall– It’s The Euro-Country Tour – launching September 8 in Los Angeles, and hitting dates in Chicago, Toronto, Boston, NYC, Atlanta and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 1, 2025
Irish country-pop superstar CMAT has announced a US headline tour this fall– It’s The Euro-Country Tour – launching September 8 in Los Angeles, and hitting dates in Chicago, Toronto, Boston, NYC, Atlanta and more.
CMAT to Release 'EURO-COUNTRY' Album in August; Listen to a New Single Now
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025
Irish country-pop superstar CMAT has announced her new album EURO-COUNTRY, set for release on August 29. Listen to the new single Running/Planning, out now.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025
Irish country-pop superstar CMAT has announced her new album EURO-COUNTRY, set for release on August 29. Listen to the new single Running/Planning, out now.
Review: TINSELTOWN TUNES with Little Rock Winds at Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 12, 2025
The Little Rock Winds captured cinematic magic with their program TINSELTOWN TUNES at the Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock Thursday, Feb. 27. Conducted by the very entertaining Israel Getzov and accompanied by voice extraordinaire Brent Walker, their music transcended the audience through a whirlwind of iconic film scores, sweeping them from the golden age of Hollywood epics to heart-pounding action blockbusters and beloved family classics.
by Theresa Bertram - Mar 12, 2025
The Little Rock Winds captured cinematic magic with their program TINSELTOWN TUNES at the Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock Thursday, Feb. 27. Conducted by the very entertaining Israel Getzov and accompanied by voice extraordinaire Brent Walker, their music transcended the audience through a whirlwind of iconic film scores, sweeping them from the golden age of Hollywood epics to heart-pounding action blockbusters and beloved family classics.
Irish Country-Pop Star CMAT Releases New Single, 'Aw, Shoot'
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2024
CMAT, the bold, bright BRIT-nominated voice out of Ireland blending country, pop, and a flair for wit and whimsy has released a new single “Aw, Shoot” – a kitchen-sink drama with a western edge and an undeniable, boot-stomping hook. The single, which was premiered by BBC Radio’s Hottest Record In The World, is her first since her critically acclaimed sophomore album Crazymad, For Me released last fall. Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2024
CMAT, the bold, bright BRIT-nominated voice out of Ireland blending country, pop, and a flair for wit and whimsy has released a new single “Aw, Shoot” – a kitchen-sink drama with a western edge and an undeniable, boot-stomping hook. The single, which was premiered by BBC Radio’s Hottest Record In The World, is her first since her critically acclaimed sophomore album Crazymad, For Me released last fall. Listen to it here!
Hattie Winston, Emily Yancy To Read HAVING OUR SAY For LA Inner City Cultural Center At The Kirk Douglas Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2024
Join Emily Yancy and Hattie Winston for a special one-off reading of HAVING OUR SAY at the Los Angeles Inner City Cultural Center.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2024
Join Emily Yancy and Hattie Winston for a special one-off reading of HAVING OUR SAY at the Los Angeles Inner City Cultural Center.
George Street Playhouse Presents HAVING OUR SAY - Previews Begin November 28
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2023
George Street Playhouse presents Having Our Say, the Tony Award-nominated play by Emily Mann (A Streetcar Named Desire, Anna and the Tropics). Having Our Say is adapted from the book by Sarah (Sadie) L. Delany & A. Elizabeth (Bessie) Delany with Amy Hill Hearth and is directed by Laiona Michelle (Her Portmanteau).
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2023
George Street Playhouse presents Having Our Say, the Tony Award-nominated play by Emily Mann (A Streetcar Named Desire, Anna and the Tropics). Having Our Say is adapted from the book by Sarah (Sadie) L. Delany & A. Elizabeth (Bessie) Delany with Amy Hill Hearth and is directed by Laiona Michelle (Her Portmanteau).
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!
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.
National Asian Artists Project To Hold 2023 Gala Benefit in Chinatown in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
National Asian Artists Project will hold its 2023 Gala Benefit on Friday, June 2nd at The Golden Unicorn. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023
National Asian Artists Project will hold its 2023 Gala Benefit on Friday, June 2nd at The Golden Unicorn. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Riverside Theatre Presents The Musical Spectacular 42ND STREET
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2023
Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell, Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, and Director of Special Initiatives/CFO Patti Rooney, celebrates its 50th Anniversary season by presenting the musical spectacular, 42nd Street.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2023
Riverside Theatre, led by Producing Artistic Director/CEO Allen D. Cornell, Managing Director/COO Jon R. Moses, and Director of Special Initiatives/CFO Patti Rooney, celebrates its 50th Anniversary season by presenting the musical spectacular, 42nd Street.
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.
Photos: Inside the Los Angeles Premiere of BELOW THE BELT
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2022
Director/Producer Shannon Cohn, along with executive producers Rosario Dawson and Corinne Foxx hosted the Los Angeles Premiere of BELOW THE BELT last night (Saturday, October 1) at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood. The film is also executive produced by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Mae Whitman. Check out photos from the premiere here.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2022
Director/Producer Shannon Cohn, along with executive producers Rosario Dawson and Corinne Foxx hosted the Los Angeles Premiere of BELOW THE BELT last night (Saturday, October 1) at the Directors Guild of America in Hollywood. The film is also executive produced by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Mae Whitman. Check out photos from the premiere here.
Photos: Julie Benko & Jason Yeager Celebrate HAND IN HAND At Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2022
Birdland presentED singer/actress Julie Benko (Broadway’s Fanny Brice) and jazz pianist Jason Yeager in a celebration of their new recording, “Hand in Hand” (Club44 Records) on Monday, August 29. Check out photos below!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2022
Birdland presentED singer/actress Julie Benko (Broadway’s Fanny Brice) and jazz pianist Jason Yeager in a celebration of their new recording, “Hand in Hand” (Club44 Records) on Monday, August 29. Check out photos below!
FENCES Tony Award-Winner Mary Alice Passes Away at Age 80
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 28, 2022
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of film, television, and stage actress Mary Alice, who has passed away at the age of 80.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 28, 2022
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of film, television, and stage actress Mary Alice, who has passed away at the age of 80.
School Spotlight: Webster University-Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts
by Carian Lynée Parker - Jun 24, 2022
The Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University offers a unique and intensive program for training young artists for theatre. All students are accepted into the program by interview or audition and are enrolled in a particular sequence. It is our mission to train our future colleagues to become visionaries, creators and leaders in the next generation of American professional theatre.
by Carian Lynée Parker - Jun 24, 2022
The Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University offers a unique and intensive program for training young artists for theatre. All students are accepted into the program by interview or audition and are enrolled in a particular sequence. It is our mission to train our future colleagues to become visionaries, creators and leaders in the next generation of American professional theatre.
Blythe Danner & Bob Dishy to Star in Food For Thought Productions Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2022
FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, will continue celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a tremendously fun production set for its 2022 Season Opener on March 28th.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2022
FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, will continue celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a tremendously fun production set for its 2022 Season Opener on March 28th.
Food for Thought Productions Opens 2022 Season
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 3, 2022
FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, continues to celebrate the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with award-winning actors, writers and directors in tremendously fun productions set for their 2022 Season Opener on March 28th.
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 3, 2022
FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, continues to celebrate the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with award-winning actors, writers and directors in tremendously fun productions set for their 2022 Season Opener on March 28th.
CMAT Shares New Single 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend'
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2022
CMAT has shared new single 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend,' taken from her debut album If My Wife New I'd Be Dead, which is available for pre-order now. 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend' finds CMAT in typically candid form on this hook-laden nugget that pulls on the heartstrings and screams 'future karaoke classic.' Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2022
CMAT has shared new single 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend,' taken from her debut album If My Wife New I'd Be Dead, which is available for pre-order now. 'Every Bottle Is My Boyfriend' finds CMAT in typically candid form on this hook-laden nugget that pulls on the heartstrings and screams 'future karaoke classic.' Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mary Alice been in?
Mary Alice has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Mary Alice been in?
Mary Alice has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Mary Alice been nominated for?
Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Having Our Say, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Having Our Say and Obie Committee (Obie Awards).
What awards has Mary Alice won?
Mary Alice won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for her role in Fences. She also received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her performance in A Different World. Additionally, she was honored with a NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her work in the same show. Mary Alice was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play for her performance in The Member of the Wedding.
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