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BIO

Mary Beth Peil is an Obie Award-winning two-time Tony Award nominated actress who has made careers from Opera to Stage and Screen. A winner of Metropolitan National Auditions, she sang leading roles with Metropolitan National Company, NY City Opera, Young Concert Artists among many others. As an Ensemble member of Atlantic Theater Company, she has appeared in Harper Regan, Dying For It, Missing Persons, Frame 312, The Room, and Threepenny Opera. On Broadway: The King and I (opposite Yul Brynner), Nine, Sunday in the Park with George, Women on The Verge, Follies, Liaisons Dangereuses, The Visit, and Anastasia. On TV: "Dawson's Creek" (Grams), "The Good Wife" (Jackie Florick), "Halston" (Martha Graham), "L&O: SVU," "The Fringe." On Film: Song Of Sway Lake, Mirrors, Flags of Our Fathers, Odd Couple 2, Stepford Wives 2, and soon to be released: Jimmy And Caroline, The Home, and Phyllis Silenced.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Sarah

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Mrs. Grace

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Off-Broadway Production, 2019
Duncan

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2019
Mama Mizner

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna

[Broadway]
Donmar Warehouse Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Madame de Rosemonde

[Regional (US)]
Hartford Stage World Premiere Production, 2016
Dowager Empress

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Matilde Schell

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Production, 2014
Mrs. Peachum

[Off-Broadway]
2013
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
Solange LaFitte

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Production, 2010
Pepa's Concierge

TV and Radio Announcer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2008
Old Lady

Blair Daniels

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Rose

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Aunt Julia

[Regional (US)]
Old Globe Production, 2004
Mrs. Mallard/Galinda/Queen/Leda

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Off-Off-Broadway Revival, 2004
Eleanor Roosevelt

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Lynette

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2003
Guido's Mother

[Regional (US)]
Sondheim Festival Production, 2002
Beggar Woman

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Performer

[Off-Off-Broadway]
Off-Off-Broadway Revival, 1998
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Addie

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Nan Bemiss

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Edmee (Finding the Sun)

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1992
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Mary (Break)/ Woman (Agnes)/ Woman (Eulogy for Mister Hamm)/ Madge (Lucky Nurse)

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Ghost Mother

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1987
Marjorie

Marjorie

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1985
Anna Leonowens

[New York]
Reading, 2000
Marilyn Mickler


Movies

Jersey Girl
[ 1992 ] Day Care Center Teacher
Reckless
[ 1995 ] Bartender
Comfortably Numb
[ 1995 ] Emily Best
The Odd Couple II
[ 1998 ] Felice
Advice from a Caterpillar
[ 1999 ] Homeless Woman
The Stepford Wives
[ 2004 ] Helen Devlin
Shortbus
[ 2006 ] Ann Our Lady of the Gutter
Flags of Our Fathers
[ 2006 ] Mrs. Bradley
The List
[ 2007 ] Daisy Stokes
Mirrors
[ 2008 ] Anna Esseker
The Locksmith
[ 2010 ] Celine
Small, Beautifully Moving Parts
[ 2011 ] Marjorie Sparks
Maladies
[ 2012 ] Blind Woman
Contest
[ 2013 ] Gran Angela Maria Tucci
Collateral Beauty
[ 2016 ] Whit's Mother
The Song of Sway Lake
[ 2018 ] Charlie Sway
Here and Now
[ 2018 ] Doctor Marianna Holt

TV Shows

Dawson's Creek
Evelyn 'Grams' Ryan
The Good Wife
Jackie Florrick

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Mary Beth Peil, Anastasia

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Mary Beth Peil, Anastasia

Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Mary Beth Peil, Anastasia

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Mary Beth Peil, Nine


winner
Obie Awards - 1995 - Performance

Mary Beth Peil, The Naked Truth


winner
Obie Awards - 1995 - Performance

Mary Beth Peil, Missing Persons


winner
Obie Awards - 1995 - Performance

Mary Beth Peil, A Cheever Evening

Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Mary Beth Peil, The King and I

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News


Úna Clancy Joins THE DEAD, 1904 at Irish Rep

The Dead, 1904, the immersive adaptation of James Joyce’s classic story, has announced a change in casting. Estelle Parsons has departed the production due to personal conflicts.  “Aunt Kate” will be played by Irish actress Úna Clancy.
Kate Baldwin and Christopher Innvar Join Irish Rep's THE DEAD, 1904

The full cast has been revealed for Irish Repertory Theatre's return of The Dead, 1904 - an immersive adaptation of James Joyce’s classic story, “The Dead,” adapted by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Irish poet Paul Muldoon. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Stars Arrive for OUR TOWN Opening Night on Broadway

Stars came out for the opening of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre. Check out photos of Nina Dobrev, Shaun White, Kaitlyn Dever, Michael Kors, Raul Esparza, Cynthia Nixon and more as they arrive on the red carpet here!
Estelle Parsons and Mary Beth Peil to Star in Irish Rep's THE DEAD, 1904

Academy Award winner Estelle Parsons and Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil will come to The American Irish Historical Society townhouse for the long-awaited return of The Dead, 1904. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Theatre For A New Audience Founder Jeffrey Horowitz To Retire

Jeffrey Horowitz, Founder of Theatre for a New Audience, having led and grown the not-for-profit organization since 1979, will retire on August 31, 2025, at the end of TFANA's just-announced season of Shakespeare alongside plays by classical and contemporary playwrights.
Way Off Broadway's 30th Anniversary Season Continues With Area Premiere Of ANASTASIA

As The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre continues its 30th Anniversary Season, yet another area premiere production will take the stage at the Frederick venue when Anastasia opens on September 13th.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 25, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 25, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Patti Lupone, Justin Peck and More Turn Out for Atlantic Theater Company's 2024 Gala

Atlantic Theater Company presented their 2024 Gala on Monday, April 29, 2024 at The Plaza (768 Fifth Avenue). See photos from the event. 
How Often Do Shows Tour Before Coming to Broadway?

This time, the reader question was: How often do shows like The Wiz start on tour before coming to Broadway?
Peter Friedman, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in ASSISTED Reading

Peter Friedman, Mary Beth Peil, Barbara Walsh, and Tina Fabrique join the cast of ASSISTED, a new production exploring themes of aging and care. Learn where and when you can see the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Brooklyn Youth Chorus to Celebrate Music of the Black Diaspora With AND SING at BAM

The Grammy Award-winning Brooklyn Youth Chorus will present AND SING!, a one-night-only conversational concert celebrating music of the Black Diaspora. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of IBSEN'S GHOST at 59E59's Theater A

Ibsen's Ghost is now playing at 59E59’s Theater A. The production officially opened last night, March 14 for a limited run through April 14. Check out opening night photos here!
Photos: Go Inside Amas Musical Theatre's THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance

Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer), in association with Kierstead Productions (Jim Kierstead) and Chalant Productions (Lisa Reich), presented a one-night only presentation of The Post-Roe Monologues, a play with music by Mimi Zieman, with music direction by Saul Nache and directed by Maria Torres on Monday, November 6 at 7pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center. Check out photos here!
Jeannette Bayardelle, Emily Bergl & More Join THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance

Additional cast members have been announced for the benefit performance of 'The Post-Roe Monologues' at Merkin Hall on November 6. Don't miss this powerful and timely show!
Photos: Inside Abingdon Theatre Company's 31st Anniversary Gala

Abingdon Theatre Company rang in their 31st anniversary with their annual gala this past Monday, October 23 at The Edison Ballroom. Check out photos of the stars and honorees celebrating ATC’s 31st anniversary!
Judy Gold, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance

Don't miss the one-night-only benefit performances of 'The Post-Roe Monologues' on November 6th. Proceeds will support the National Abortion Hotline and Choice Matters.
Faith Prince, Tonya Pinkins, Kerry Butler, And Mary Beth Peil Join HERE'S TO THE LADIES Event At The Drama Book Shop

On October 16th at 7:30 pm, The Drama Book Shop will host 'Here's to the Ladies' a talk back and book signing with Eddie Shapiro.
Donna Murphy & Victoria Clark to Join Abingdon Theatre Company's Gala Honoring V and Mary Beth Peil

Two-time Tony Award winners Donna Murphy and Victoria Clark will join the performers honoring Tony & Obie Award winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Obie Award winner & Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil at their 31st Anniversary Gala.
Bonnie Milligan, Jeannette Bayardelle, Carolee Carmello, and More Join Abingdon Theatre Company's 31st Anniversary Gala

Abingdon Theatre Company has  announced the performers joining the celebration to honor Tony & Obie Award winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Obie Award winner & Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil at their 31st Anniversary Gala. Learn more about the gala here!
Michelle Williams and Rosario Dawson Will Honor V and Mary Beth Peil in Abingdon Theatre Company's 31st Anniversary Gala

Abingdon Theatre Company has revealed the performers honoring Tony & Obie Award winner V (formerly Eve Ensler) and Obie Award winner & Tony Award nominee Mary Beth Peil at their 31st Anniversary Gala. Learn more about the gala here!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Mary Beth Peil been in?

Mary Beth Peil has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Mary Beth Peil been in?

Mary Beth Peil has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Mary Beth Peil been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Anastasia, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anastasia, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Anastasia, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Nine, Performance (Obie Awards) for The Naked Truth, Performance (Obie Awards) for Missing Persons, Performance (Obie Awards) for A Cheever Evening and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The King and I.

What awards has Mary Beth Peil won?

Mary Beth Peil has won the following awards: Performance (Obie Awards) for The Naked Truth, Performance (Obie Awards) for Missing Persons, and Performance (Obie Awards) for A Cheever Evening.

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