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Rachel Dratch

Birth Place: Lexington, MA, USA

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BIO

Rachel Dratch who made her Broadway debut in POTUS, is perhaps best known for her 7 years on Saturday Night Live, where she created many memorable characters including “Debbie Downer.” Before that she spent four years with the Mainstage company of Chicago's Second City Theater. Other TV credits include King of Queens, 30 Rock, Billy on the Street, The Middle, Broad City, Inside Amy Schumer, and Parks and Recreation. Dratch will be seen as the title role on the ABC series Imaginary Mary opposite Jenna Elfman. On the feature side, Rachel appeared in Universal’s Sisters with Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, the Adam Sandler films That's My Boy, Just Go with It, Click and I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry, and opposite Parker Posey and Amy Poehler in Spring Breakdown. She has also lent her voice to Seth Meyers' and Hulu series The Awesomes, Fox’s Bob’s Burgers and Disney Channel’s Fish Hooks. She received rave reviews for her portrayal of all the female parts in the play Tail! Spin! off-Broadway in 2014 and co-starred in Privacy at the Public Theater with Daniel Radcliffe.



Dratch was also seen in the Manhattan Theatre Club production of the David Lindsay-Abaire play, Ripcord under the direction of David Hyde Pierce. Dratch is also is the author of the memoir Girl Walks Into A Bar: Comedy Calamities, Dating Disasters, and a Midlife Miracle published in 2012.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Stephanie


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Concert Production, 2017
Patricia Fodor


[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater and Donmar Warehouse Production, 2016
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere Production, 2016
[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Colleen


[Off-Broadway]
Culture Project Production, 2014
Wives, Tails, Beards and Barbara Walters


[Off-Broadway]
2007
Performer [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2006
Sylvie


[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2005
Sissy


[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2004
Joyce


[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2003
Nancy


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2022 - Distinguished Performance Awards

Rachel Dratch, POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Rachel Dratch, POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive

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News


Ana Gasteyer’s SUGAR & BOOZE A HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR to Play The Town Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

The Town Hall will present Ana Gasteyer’s Sugar & Booze “A Holiday Spectacular,” which will take place at The Town Hall. From 1996 to 2002, Ana was a beloved cast member on “Saturday Night Live'.
Alex Brightman, Betsy Wolfe and More to Join Paul Rudd's Bowling Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2025

Award-winning actor and advocate Paul Rudd will return to host the 12th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit, supporting SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young.
Rachel Dratch, Maryann Plunkett and More Join Irish Rep's New Works Fall Festival 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast for the New Works Fall Festival 2025, which will run on the Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage at Irish Repertory Theatre.
Rachel Dratch to Host Comedy Panel at New York Comedy Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

Broadway’s funniest writers, actors, and composers are coming together to share how they keep audiences laughing 8 shows a week at “PUNCHLINE AND POWER BALLADS: BROADWAY’S FUNNIEST ARTISTS.'
Adam Sank To Return To Stonewall For THE PALM SPRINGS SET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Comedian Adam Sank needed new material.  Thus, Sank is working on a brand new set of jokes, which he'll be trying out for the first time at the legendary Stonewall Inn, in a special, one-night-only event.
Video: Exclusive Clip of Andrew Rannells in THE GREAT AMERICAN BAKING SHOW: CELEBRITY HALLOWEEN
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 30, 2025

BroadwayWorld is excited to debut an exclusive clip of Tony Award nominee Andrew Rannells in the new special, The Great American Baking Show: Celebrity Halloween. Check it out now!
Video: Andrew Rannells Returns to THE GREAT AMERICAN BAKING SHOW as Co-Host of New Halloween Episode
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2025

In the upcoming one-off special, The Great American Baking Show: Celebrity Halloween, Andrew Rannells will serve as a host alongside actress Casey Wilson. Check out a new trailer and photos now.
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025

Performing arts and arts education nonprofit New 42 celebrated the 25th anniversary of New 42 Studios with a luncheon hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff. See footage from the event here!
Photos: New 42 Studios Celebrates 25th Birthday
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 8, 2025

Earlier today, New 42 Studios hosted a luncheon to celebrate 25 years of making Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special day and you can check out photos from the red carpet here.
Ana Gasteyer, Mary Louise Parker, Ethan Slater and More Set for BROADWAY IN BATTERY PARK CITY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2025

Ana Gasteyer, Mary Louise Parker, and more will take part in Broadway in Battery Park City. Learn more about the event here and see how to purchase tickets!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of TWELFTH NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 22, 2025

The Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals!
A History of The Muppets on Stage: From The Hollywood Bowl to Broadway
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025

With The Muppets finally coming to Broadway, we are looking back at some of their most significant stage shows over the years, with appearances at venues like Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 8, 2025- HAMILTON Celebrates 10 Years on Broadway and More
by - Aug 8, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rachel Dratch, Bowen Yang and More to Join 13-YEAR-OLD MICHAEL AUSIELLO PRESENTS: BEVERLY HILLS...
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025

Following its string of shows in Los Angeles, 13-Year-Old Michael Ausiello Presents: BEVERLY HILLS - A Pretend Soap Opera Performed by Real Actors will make its New York debut. See who is starring!
Queer Radio Hour to Present BEACHES At Akbar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2025

From the team that brought you the recent hit parodies of 'Whatever Happened To Baby Jane' and more comes a new absurd live reading of the Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey melodrama BEACHES! This is a Queer Radio Hour Special Presentation.
The 24 Hour Plays Reveals Company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 27, 2025

The 24 Hour Plays revealed this year's company for The 24 Hour Plays Nationals in NYC. Learn more about the events taking place in July and see how to attend!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for THE 24 HOUR MUSICALS
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 17, 2025

Hosted by The Voice of the Mets Colin Cosell, The 24 Hour Musicals were just held yesterday, June 16, at the Lynn F. Angelson Theatre. This intensive theatrical endeavor lets artists write, rehearse and perform four new musicals in just 24 hours. Check out photos from inside the big night!  
Photos: Rachel Dratch, Lilli Cooper, LaChanze, and More at New 42's Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025

Last night, New 42 - recipient of a 2025 Tony Honor for Excellence in the Theatre - hosted their annual gala at the Plaza Hotel, titled “A Celebration of Joy & Wonder.” See photos here!
Rachel Dratch, Abigail Breslin and More to Join THE 24 HOUR MUSICALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has revealed additional artists scheduled to participate in this year’s The 24 Hour Musicals, including Rachel Dratch and more. See who is starring and learn how to attend!
Review: POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE at Kranzberg Arts Center
by James Lindhorst - May 24, 2025

POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is filled with absurd sight gags, whacky dialogue, and absurdly comedic performances from an all-in ensemble.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Rachel Dratch been in?

Rachel Dratch has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Rachel Dratch been in?

Rachel Dratch has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Rachel Dratch been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive.

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