Vinnette Carroll
Date of Death: November 05, 2002 (80)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Vinnette Carroll:
Carbonell Awards Announce 120 Finalists for 2023-2024 Theater Season (Sep 16, 2024)
Carbonell Awards Reveals Recipients of Five Special Awards in 2024 (Aug 12, 2024)
Interview: Joey Albright Says GEARHEADS: THE MUSICAL at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre is a Fun, Soulful Story (Aug 4, 2024)
Carbonell Awards Announce 120 Finalists for 2023-2024 Theater Season (Sep 16, 2024)
Carbonell Awards Reveals Recipients of Five Special Awards in 2024 (Aug 12, 2024)
Interview: Joey Albright Says GEARHEADS: THE MUSICAL at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre is a Fun, Soulful Story (Aug 4, 2024)
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Writing
Adaptation
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Conceiver
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Book of a Musical
Vinnette Carroll, Box With God
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Direction of a Musical
Vinnette Carroll , Your Arm's too Short to Box With God
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Direction of a Musical
Vinnette Carroll , Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope
winner
Obie Awards - 1962 - Performance
Vinnette CarrollMoon on a Rainbow Shawl
Videos
VIDEO: Watch Jennifer Holliday Perform Tribute to Late Congressman John Lewis
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 30, 2020
TV: Watch Highlights from Savion Glover-Helmed DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE at Encores! Off-Center
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 25, 2018
TV: Savion Glover & Company Get Ready to Close Out Encores! Off-Center Season with DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 17, 2018
UPDATE: DREAMGIRLS, COLOR PURPLE Star Jennifer Holliday Not Confirmed for Trump Inauguration Concert
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2017
VIDEO: First Look at Jennifer Holliday in Broadway's THE COLOR PURPLE
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2016
TV: You're Gonna Love Her- Jennifer Holliday Steps Into Shug's Shoes in THE COLOR PURPLE
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 7, 2016
News
Carbonell Awards Announce 120 Finalists for 2023-2024 Theater Season
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the top six finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. A total of 89 professional productions at 29 theatres were evaluated by a diverse group of more than 40 judges representing all three participating counties (Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach).
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the top six finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. A total of 89 professional productions at 29 theatres were evaluated by a diverse group of more than 40 judges representing all three participating counties (Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach).
Carbonell Awards Reveals Recipients of Five Special Awards in 2024
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the recipients of five prestigious Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 11, at 7:30 pm.
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the recipients of five prestigious Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 11, at 7:30 pm.
Interview: Joey Albright Says GEARHEADS: THE MUSICAL at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre is a Fun, Soulful Story
GEARHEADS: The Musical, written by Michigan alumnus Dave Nettleman, is being showcased at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theater from August 10-11th.
GEARHEADS: The Musical, written by Michigan alumnus Dave Nettleman, is being showcased at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theater from August 10-11th.
See Jennifer Holliday Live In NYC And Fire Island Next Weekend
Jennifer Holliday will perform live in NYC and Fire Island on July 26th and 27th at 8pm, presented by Daniel Nardicio and the Red Eye Guys. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Jennifer Holliday will perform live in NYC and Fire Island on July 26th and 27th at 8pm, presented by Daniel Nardicio and the Red Eye Guys. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Carbonell Awards is Seeking Nominations for 2024 Special Awards
The Carbonell Awards is seeking nominations for up to six Special Awards that will be presented at the 47th annual awards ceremony. Learn how to apply.
The Carbonell Awards is seeking nominations for up to six Special Awards that will be presented at the 47th annual awards ceremony. Learn how to apply.
The Carbonell Awards is Seeking Nominations for Six Special Awards
The Carbonell Awards is seeking nominations for up to six Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony.
The Carbonell Awards is seeking nominations for up to six Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony.
Review: YOUR ARMS TOO SHORT TO BOX WITH GOD at Playhouse On The Square
The recent college campus protests in America seem to have surprised and bewildered a lot of people around the world. Why do privileged students who can afford a college education risk being expelled or jailed over a conflict in Gaza? Graduations are currently being cancelled, people are being arrested and police with riot gear are on standby from New York to California. It’s almost unheard of.
The recent college campus protests in America seem to have surprised and bewildered a lot of people around the world. Why do privileged students who can afford a college education risk being expelled or jailed over a conflict in Gaza? Graduations are currently being cancelled, people are being arrested and police with riot gear are on standby from New York to California. It’s almost unheard of.
Tickets On Sale Now For 46th Annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony
General admission tickets are now available for purchase for the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's version of Broadway's Tony Awards.
General admission tickets are now available for purchase for the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's version of Broadway's Tony Awards.
Carbonell Awards Unveils Winners Of Six Special Awards 2023
Learn about the winners of the prestigious Carbonell Awards' Six Special Awards for 2023, including Christina Alexander & Katie Christie, Bill Hirschman, Ronnie Larsen, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, James Samuel Randolph, and Slow Burn Theatre Company. Find out who will be honored at the upcoming ceremony at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center.
Learn about the winners of the prestigious Carbonell Awards' Six Special Awards for 2023, including Christina Alexander & Katie Christie, Bill Hirschman, Ronnie Larsen, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, James Samuel Randolph, and Slow Burn Theatre Company. Find out who will be honored at the upcoming ceremony at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center.
The Carbonell Awards Is Seeking Nominations For 2023 Special Awards
Gary Schweikhart, president of the Carbonell Awards, today announced that “South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors” is seeking nominations for up to six Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
Gary Schweikhart, president of the Carbonell Awards, today announced that “South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors” is seeking nominations for up to six Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
Carbonell Awards Names Christine Dolen As Winner Of Prestigious George Abbott Award 2023
Gary Schweikhart, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the recipient of this year's prestigious George Abbott Award which will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
Gary Schweikhart, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the recipient of this year's prestigious George Abbott Award which will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
FAT HAM, WHO'S HOLIDAY, and More Set For Playhouse on the Square 2023/24 Season
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. will present 15 productions they will produce during their 2023-2024 season.
Circuit Playhouse, Inc. will present 15 productions they will produce during their 2023-2024 season.
A West Coast Premiere, Student Matinees & More at Seattle Rep This Month
Welcome to 2023! Seattle Rep is dedicated to putting theater at the heart of public life. This year, look forward to five more plays as part of the 2022/23 season, starting with the best-selling-novel-turned-stage-adaptation, I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter opening with previews on January 13, 2023.
Welcome to 2023! Seattle Rep is dedicated to putting theater at the heart of public life. This year, look forward to five more plays as part of the 2022/23 season, starting with the best-selling-novel-turned-stage-adaptation, I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter opening with previews on January 13, 2023.
CARBONELL AWARDS Previews Ceremony At Lauderhill Performing Arts Center Next Month
For its first in-person ceremony since April 2019, the Carbonell Awards—South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors—promises “a truly joyous celebration packed with music, laughter and applause as we recognize talented members of our theater community for shows produced in Broward, Miami/Dade and Palm Beach Counties during the 2021-2022 season,” according to Carbonell Board President Gary Schweikhart.
For its first in-person ceremony since April 2019, the Carbonell Awards—South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors—promises “a truly joyous celebration packed with music, laughter and applause as we recognize talented members of our theater community for shows produced in Broward, Miami/Dade and Palm Beach Counties during the 2021-2022 season,” according to Carbonell Board President Gary Schweikhart.
The Carbonell Awards Announces 2022 Winners of George Abbott Award and Six Special Awards
The Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, HAS announced the recipients of the prestigious George Abbott Award and six Special Awards.
The Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, HAS announced the recipients of the prestigious George Abbott Award and six Special Awards.
Carbonell Awards Reschedules Annual Ceremony in Honor of Jan McArt
Jeff Kiltie, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theatre & Arts Honors, today announced that the 45th annual awards ceremony has been rescheduled to Monday, November 7 at 7:30 pm at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
Jeff Kiltie, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theatre & Arts Honors, today announced that the 45th annual awards ceremony has been rescheduled to Monday, November 7 at 7:30 pm at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
The Carbonell Awards 45th Annual Ceremony to be Held at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center in November
The 45th annual awards ceremony will be held on Monday, November 14 at 7:30 pm at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
The 45th annual awards ceremony will be held on Monday, November 14 at 7:30 pm at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center at 3800 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, FL 33311.
Carbonell Awards Seeks Nominations For New Vinnette Carroll Award For Advancing Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Jeff Kiltie, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced that the nonprofit organization is soliciting nominations for the Vinnette Carroll Award that will be given out for the first time at the 45th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony in November 2022.
Jeff Kiltie, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced that the nonprofit organization is soliciting nominations for the Vinnette Carroll Award that will be given out for the first time at the 45th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony in November 2022.
BWW Interview: Arnetia Walker on THE WIZ, DREAMGIRLS, & YES, VIRGINIA
From November 18th-21st, Judson Theatre Company will be presenting a new holiday comedy by Stan Zimmerman & Christian McLaughlin titled YES, VIRGINIA at Owens Auditorium inside the Bradshaw Performing Arts Center. Actress Arnetia Walker stars in the production opposite Mindy Sterling. She has appeared on Broadway in THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN'S WINDOW, TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA, RAISIN, THE WIZ, and DREAMGIRLS. Her TV credits include: QUANTUM LEAP, NURSES, THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, MAD ABOUT YOU, NYPD BLUE, MALCOLM & EDDIE, JUST SHOOT ME!, THE STEVE HARVEY SHOW, TOUCHED BY AN ANGLE, CITY OF ANGELS, JUDGING AMY, EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND, and DYNASTY. Her film credits include: THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS, THE WIZARD OF SPEED AND TIME, SCENES FROM THE CLASS STRUGGLE IN BEVERLY HILLS, LOVE CRIMES, FOR LOVE OF THE GAME, and COLLEGE ROAD TRIP. I had the great pleasure of interviewing her about all of this and more.
From November 18th-21st, Judson Theatre Company will be presenting a new holiday comedy by Stan Zimmerman & Christian McLaughlin titled YES, VIRGINIA at Owens Auditorium inside the Bradshaw Performing Arts Center. Actress Arnetia Walker stars in the production opposite Mindy Sterling. She has appeared on Broadway in THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN'S WINDOW, TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA, RAISIN, THE WIZ, and DREAMGIRLS. Her TV credits include: QUANTUM LEAP, NURSES, THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR, MAD ABOUT YOU, NYPD BLUE, MALCOLM & EDDIE, JUST SHOOT ME!, THE STEVE HARVEY SHOW, TOUCHED BY AN ANGLE, CITY OF ANGELS, JUDGING AMY, EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND, and DYNASTY. Her film credits include: THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS, THE WIZARD OF SPEED AND TIME, SCENES FROM THE CLASS STRUGGLE IN BEVERLY HILLS, LOVE CRIMES, FOR LOVE OF THE GAME, and COLLEGE ROAD TRIP. I had the great pleasure of interviewing her about all of this and more.
Micki Grant, Composer, Playwright and Performer, Has Died at Age 92
With the long-running Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope, in which she also starred, she became the first woman to win a Grammy Award for the score of a Broadway musical. She also received Tony nominations for book, music, and lyrics. Another Grammy nomination for the score (with Alex Bradford) of Your Arms Too Short to Box with God followed, as well as another Tony nomination for the score of Working.
With the long-running Don’t Bother Me, I Can’t Cope, in which she also starred, she became the first woman to win a Grammy Award for the score of a Broadway musical. She also received Tony nominations for book, music, and lyrics. Another Grammy nomination for the score (with Alex Bradford) of Your Arms Too Short to Box with God followed, as well as another Tony nomination for the score of Working.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Vinnette Carroll been in?
Vinnette Carroll has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Vinnette Carroll been in?
Vinnette Carroll has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Vinnette Carroll been nominated for?
Vinnette Carroll has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She received nominations for Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for her work on "Box With God," as well as for Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Your Arm's too Short to Box With God" and "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope." Additionally, she was nominated for Performance (Obie Awards) for her role in "Moon on a Rainbow Shawl."
What awards has Vinnette Carroll won?
Vinnette Carroll has won the Best Direction of a Musical Tony Award for "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope" and the Performance Obie Award for "Moon on a Rainbow Shawl".
How many shows has Vinnette Carroll written?
Vinnette Carroll has written 7 shows including The Ups and Downs of Theophilus Maitland (Bookwriter), But Never Jam Today (Bookwriter), Trumpets of the Lord (Adaptation), Trumpets of the Lord (Bookwriter), Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope (Bookwriter), Your Arms Too Short to Box With God (Conceiver), Alice (Bookwriter).
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