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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1950
Blanche Du Bois


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1947
[Replacement]

[Replacement]

Movies

The Other
[ 1972 ] Ada
The Boys from Brazil
[ 1978 ] Frieda Maloney
Reversal of Fortune
[ 1990 ] Maria

TV Shows

Tattinger's
Honey Epstein

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 1999 - Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre

Uta Hagen

Helen Hayes Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production

Uta HagenMrs. Klein


winner
Drama League Awards - 1996 - Distinguished Performance Award

Uta Hagen, Mrs. Klein

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1996 - Best Actress - Play

Uta Hagen, Mrs. Klein


winner
The Lortels - 1996 - Outstanding Lead Actress (Play)

Uta Hagen, Mrs. Klein

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Actress - Play

Uta Hagen, Mrs. Klein


winner
The Lortels - 1995 - Outstanding Lifetime Achievement

Uta Hagen


winner
Tony Awards - 1963 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Uta Hagen , Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?


winner
Tony Awards - 1951 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Uta Hagen, The Country Girl

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THE PILL PLAY Will Be Performed Off-Broadway in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2026

This May, an ensemble of New York–based student artists will bring THE PILL PLAY, an original Mandarin-language theatrical production (with English subtitles), to Actors Temple Theatre in New York City for two performance days.
Interview: For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST'S Fergie L. Philippe, It's a Disney World
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 14, 2026

Growing up in Miami, actor and puppeteer Fergie L. Philippe took regular family trips to Disney World, where he developed his love for all things Disney.
Terry Schreiber Founder Of T. Schreiber Studio Dies At Age 89
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 6, 2026

Terry Schreiber, acting teacher and founder of T. Schreiber Studio, died April 3 at age 89. He founded the studio in 1969 and directed Broadway's Tony-nominated K2.
HB Studio Reveals Newly Elected Board Members
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2026

HB Studio has announced the addition of Kimberly Allen-Mills, Sandra Polsak, Victor Slezak, and Michael Thomas Duffy to its board. Learn more about them here!
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.
Interview: 'An Image For ROAM is An Eternal Flame': Ramin Karimloo And Diego Rodriguez on ROAM
by Kat Mokrynski - Nov 24, 2025

On 23 November, ROAM A New Musical premiered in a staged concert production at the Shaftesbury Theatre. The show, with music and lyrics by Alexander Sage Oyen and a book by Michael Dovid, tells the story of a nomadic clan and their familial relationships using a roc-pop-Romani fusion score. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Ramin Karimloo, who plays Yoska, and Diego Rodriguez, who plays his son, Pesha. We discussed what it has been like preparing for the one-night performance, what it is like performing in revivals versus new work and even get their thoughts on mirrors in a rehearsal room!
Chris Autore Celebrates 75 Years in Show Business With LOOK AT ME NOW at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025

 Look At Me Now features a vibrant mix of pop and Broadway hits, backed by a three piece band led by Ike Reeves on piano, with Sean Conly on bass and Ray Marchica on drums. Directed by Geoff Stoner.
HERE IN AMERICA to Have US Premiere at Burning Coal Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 30, 2025

Burning Coal Theatre Company will present Here in America (US Premiere), directed by Jerome Davis. Here in America follows four artists caught between political fear and personal conviction during two key moments in U.S. history.
Randy Bryant Is Keeping Theater History Alive with New Ten Chimneys Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 27, 2025

With the new documentary This Place Matters! Ten Chimneys, CEO Randy Bryant aims to shed light on the rich history of Ten Chimneys and its enduring presence in the theater community.
Adult Film To Present Two Post Show Talkbacks At THE CHERRY ORCHARD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

After a year-long process of ensemble exploration and rehearsals, Adult Film, in association with BKE Productions, will present a radically reimagined production of Anton Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard. Learn more!
Hollywood Veteran Pat Crowley Passes Away at 91
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 16, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Pat Crowley, actress of the stage and screen, has passed away at the age of 91. Though mostly known for her work in Hollywood, Crowley appeared in three Broadway productions as a young performer in the early 1950s.
Gin & Milk Returns To NYC Stage After 15 Years With Bold New Production
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2025

Antony Raymond's Gin & Milk returns to the New York stage for the first time in 15 years with a bold new workshop production at Theater for the New City's Dream Up Festival.
Tom Troupe, Star of Stage & Screen, Husband of Carole Cook, Has Passed
by Emmy Rice - Jul 20, 2025

Tom Troupe, actor, director, and writer who was married to the late Carole Cook, has passed away at the age of 97. He began acting in local theater productions before moving to New York City in 1948.
LATE, LATE FROGS to Premiere at Target Margin Theater in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

What side are you on? In Late, Late Frogs, a riotous modern adaptation of Aristophanes' 'Frogs,' a televised late-night talk show spirals into chaos as two feuding rock musicians, coming to Target Margin Theatre. Learn more!
Kay Cole Joins Cast of THE WEDDING SINGER at The Colony Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2025

Broadway star Kay Cole, who portrayed Maggie in the original production of A Chorus Line, has joined the cast of The Wedding Singer at The Colony Theatre.
US Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand Celebrates 25 Years Starring In LET IT BE ART! On Tour In Asheville
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2025

US Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand celebrating his 25th year starring as Harold Clurman, the 'Elder Statesman of the American Theatre' touring around the world in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! will perform in Asheville, North Carolina at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts on April 25th.
Barbara Bleier and Austin Pendleton to Reprise OLD FRIENDS at Pangea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Barbara Bleier and Austin Pendleton will return to NYC's intimate club Pangea for two nights only to reprise their adored show OLD FRIENDS! Learn more!
David Saint Will Retire as Artistic Director of George Street Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025

George Street Playhouse has announced that Artistic Director David Saint will retire as Artistic Director at the conclusion of the 2024/2025 season.  George Street Playhouse will honor Saint at the 2025 Gala.
Staged Reading of BARKLEE Comes to AMT Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

AMT Theater in partnership with Paris Avenue Productions will be developing a new play, BARKLEE, written by award winning playwright Tom Cavanaugh. Learn more about the reading here!
Student Blog: A Love Letter To The Drama Bookshop
by Student Blogger: Joli Flynn - Dec 1, 2024

Sometimes the motivation for getting work done can be found in finding a good place to get work done. In my case, and that of many theatre students in New York City, that place is the Drama Bookshop.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Uta Hagen been in?

Uta Hagen has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Uta Hagen been in?

Uta Hagen has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Uta Hagen been nominated for?

Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards) for , Outstanding Lead Actress, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Mrs. Klein, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Mrs. Klein, Best Actress - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mrs. Klein, Outstanding Lead Actress (Play) (The Lortels) for Mrs. Klein, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Mrs. Klein, Outstanding Lifetime Achievement (The Lortels), Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Country Girl.

What awards has Uta Hagen won?

- Special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre (Tony Awards) - Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Mrs. Klein - Outstanding Lead Actress (Play) (The Lortels) for Mrs. Klein - Outstanding Lifetime Achievement (The Lortels) - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Country Girl

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