Rita Gardner
Rita Gardner is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include The Wedding Singer, Morning's at Seven, and Only a Kingdom.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 2002
Cora Swanson (Understudy), Esther Crampton (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1965
Daisy Gamble (Standby), Melinda (Standby)
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Movies
The Perfect You
[ 2002 ] Woman #1
[ 2002 ] Woman #1
Marci X
[ 2003 ] Woman at Auction
[ 2003 ] Woman at Auction
The Good Student
[ 2006 ] Marge Whitman
[ 2006 ] Marge Whitman
P.S. I Love You
[ 2007 ] Elderly Woman
[ 2007 ] Elderly Woman
Tiger Lily Road
[ 2013 ] Betty McCann
[ 2013 ] Betty McCann
Chasing Taste
[ 2013 ] Mildred
[ 2013 ] Mildred
Shiva Baby
[ 2020 ] Mrs. Bronstein
[ 2020 ] Mrs. Bronstein
TV Shows
At Home with Amy Sedaris
Older Woman, Widow
Older Woman, Widow
Law & Order
Jury Foreperson, Second Judge, Mrs. Torrens
Jury Foreperson, Second Judge, Mrs. Torrens
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Mrs. Donoho, Neighbor, Doris Harrington
Mrs. Donoho, Neighbor, Doris Harrington
Videos
TV Exclusive: Watch Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones on Stage Together One Last Time
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-03-01 15:01:48
TV: DINE & DISH with Jennifer Ashley Tepper and Special Guests Nick Blaemire, Rita Gardner & Tom Jones!
by Feinstein's/54 Below - 2016-02-02 15:14:03
BWW Exclusive: Watch Broadway Veteran Phyllis Somerville in WGN America's OUTSIDERS
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-01-25 11:00:01
TV: THE FANTASTICKS Celebrates 20,000th Performance in New York City on 9/15- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-09-05 13:22:22
News
THE CABARET FILES to Return in Encore at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Lorna Dallas, a 2020 Bistro Award recipient, will present an encore performance of her cabaret show at The Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 3, 2026
Lorna Dallas, a 2020 Bistro Award recipient, will present an encore performance of her cabaret show at The Laurie Beechman Theatre in New York City.
Therese Lee Will Bring PENNIES FROM HEAVEN to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Therese Lee will return to New York for an encore performance of PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, blending Bing Crosby's music with personal stories.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2026
Therese Lee will return to New York for an encore performance of PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, blending Bing Crosby's music with personal stories.
BLAME IT ON MY YOUTH to Return for Encores with Jeff Harnar at Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026
Jeff Harnar will bring back BLAME IT ON MY YOUTH for two encore performances at Don't Tell Mama, reuniting with longtime music director Alex Rybeck for songs from their decades-long partnership.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026
Jeff Harnar will bring back BLAME IT ON MY YOUTH for two encore performances at Don't Tell Mama, reuniting with longtime music director Alex Rybeck for songs from their decades-long partnership.
PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS to Make NYC Debut at Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Bistro Award winner Therese Lee will debut PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, weaving Bing Crosby's music with personal stories and songs from Cole Porter to Joni Mitchell.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Bistro Award winner Therese Lee will debut PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, weaving Bing Crosby's music with personal stories and songs from Cole Porter to Joni Mitchell.
MERELY MARVELOUS: THE SONGS OF GWEN VERDON To Play The Laurie Beechman Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
Judi Mark will return to The Laurie Beechman Theater with her show MERELY MARVELOUS: THE SONGS OF GWEN VERDON. The concert will highlight Gwen Verdon’s Broadway legacy with selections from her most notable musicals.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 27, 2026
Judi Mark will return to The Laurie Beechman Theater with her show MERELY MARVELOUS: THE SONGS OF GWEN VERDON. The concert will highlight Gwen Verdon’s Broadway legacy with selections from her most notable musicals.
Lorna Dallas to Perform THE CABARET FILES at Chelsea Table + Stag
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Lorna Dallas, one of cabaret's most acclaimed and cherished artists and the recipient of a 2020 Bistro Award for “Consummate Cabaret Artistry,” returns to Chelsea Table + Stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Lorna Dallas, one of cabaret's most acclaimed and cherished artists and the recipient of a 2020 Bistro Award for “Consummate Cabaret Artistry,” returns to Chelsea Table + Stage.
THE FANTASTICKS Will Be Reimagined as a Gay Love Story For Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
A new production of the beloved musical The Fantasticks, reimagined as a contemporary gay love story, is now in development for Broadway under the direction and choreography of Tony Award winner Christopher Gattelli.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2026
A new production of the beloved musical The Fantasticks, reimagined as a contemporary gay love story, is now in development for Broadway under the direction and choreography of Tony Award winner Christopher Gattelli.
Christy Trapp Brings THE TENDER TRAPP to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025
Don't Tell Mama will present Christy Trapp in The Tender Trapp, a woman's perspective on Sinatra's standards and double standards this month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025
Don't Tell Mama will present Christy Trapp in The Tender Trapp, a woman's perspective on Sinatra's standards and double standards this month. Learn more here!
Jeff Harnar's CONFESSIONS OF A NEW YORKER Comes to 54 Below in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
54 Below will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating Manhattan in music with Confessions of a New Yorker. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2025
54 Below will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating Manhattan in music with Confessions of a New Yorker. Learn more here!
Jeff Harnar to Return to Birdland With CONFESSIONS OF A NEW YORKER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating Manhattan in music with Confessions of a New Yorker in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2025
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating Manhattan in music with Confessions of a New Yorker in February. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jeff Harnar to Present Master Class To South Florida Cabaret Singers
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
South Florida Cabaret Singers will present their first Master Class of the year 2025 with JEFF HARNAR, and music director PHIL HINTON. Learn more about the class and how to sign up here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
South Florida Cabaret Singers will present their first Master Class of the year 2025 with JEFF HARNAR, and music director PHIL HINTON. Learn more about the class and how to sign up here!
Ann Talman Stars In ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE BC/EFA Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024
Ann Talman will present a benefit performance at Don't Tell Mama on December 1, featuring stories and songs inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024
Ann Talman will present a benefit performance at Don't Tell Mama on December 1, featuring stories and songs inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Ann Kittredge Returns To Chelsea Table + Stage For Encore Performance Of ROMANTIC NOTIONS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024
Ann Kittredge will perform an encore of 'Romantic Notions' at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 14 at 7 PM.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024
Ann Kittredge will perform an encore of 'Romantic Notions' at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 14 at 7 PM.
Feature: October Monthly Musical Birthday Tribute – It's a Quiz!
by Rob Lester - Oct 1, 2024
What star turned down CABARET? What two cabaret stars were born on Halloween? What cabaret club was named for a character in a musical? What Broadway lyricist turns 100 this month? Take the multiple-choice quiz and see what you know (or might guess correctly) about so many talented folks ALL born in October.
by Rob Lester - Oct 1, 2024
What star turned down CABARET? What two cabaret stars were born on Halloween? What cabaret club was named for a character in a musical? What Broadway lyricist turns 100 this month? Take the multiple-choice quiz and see what you know (or might guess correctly) about so many talented folks ALL born in October.
Jeff Harnar to Celebrate THE SECOND TIME AROUND Album at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating his new album Jeff Harnar Sings Sammy Cahn: The Second Time Around. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of MAC and Bistro Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar – celebrating his new album Jeff Harnar Sings Sammy Cahn: The Second Time Around. Learn how to purchase tickets.
RENEE KATZ SINGS IRVING BERLIN - LOST IN HIS ARMS is Coming to Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2024
Don’t Tell Mama will present Renee Katz in “Renee Katz Sings Irving Berlin---Lost In His Arms”. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2024
Don’t Tell Mama will present Renee Katz in “Renee Katz Sings Irving Berlin---Lost In His Arms”. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
ANN TALMAN: ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE to Play Brunch Performance at Laura Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024
Light the candles! Get the ice out! The Laurie Beechman Theatre will present a special brunch matinee performance on Sunday, February 25 at 2pm of Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024
Light the candles! Get the ice out! The Laurie Beechman Theatre will present a special brunch matinee performance on Sunday, February 25 at 2pm of Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile.
Photos: The Gasp Collection
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 31, 2023
After four years at Broadway World Cabaret, quite a collection of photos has been amassed. These are the gasp-worthy pics.
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 31, 2023
After four years at Broadway World Cabaret, quite a collection of photos has been amassed. These are the gasp-worthy pics.
Rene Pfister's NYC Debut WHAT I LEARNED FROM MY EX-BOYFRIENDS… IF ANYTHING! To Play Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 25, 2023
Director Jeff Harnar guides NYC debut to the Don't Tell Mama stage.
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 25, 2023
Director Jeff Harnar guides NYC debut to the Don't Tell Mama stage.
Therese Lee's RIDING THE BUS TO THE RED CARPET to Return to Don't Tell Mama in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2023
THERESE LEE will return to New York for an encore performance of RIDING THE BUS TO THE RED CARPET which received the 2023 Bistro Award for Outstanding Autobiographical Show. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2023
THERESE LEE will return to New York for an encore performance of RIDING THE BUS TO THE RED CARPET which received the 2023 Bistro Award for Outstanding Autobiographical Show. Learn how to purchase tickets!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Rita Gardner been in?
Rita Gardner has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.
How many West End shows has Rita Gardner been in?
Rita Gardner has not appeared in the West End.
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