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Dick Van Dyke

Birth Place: West Plains, MO, USA

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Five-time Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award winning Dick Van Dyke is an American actor, comedian, writer, singer, dancer, and producer with a career spanning seven decades. He has starred in films that have transcended generations like Chitty Chity Bang Bang, Dick Tracy and the family classic Mary Poppins. His successful television career included the hit comedy The Dick Van Dyke Show and the drama series Diagnosis: Murder; and his theatrical pursuits have only added to his performance tapestry having earned him a Tony Award for Broadway's Bye Bye Birdie among many other memorable roles.
In 1995 Mr. Van Dyke was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame. He received the Screen Actor Guild's highest honor, the SAG Lifetime Achievement Award, in 2013 and has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
For nearly 20 years Mr. Van Dyke has been committed to volunteering at Los Angeles' century-old shelter, The Midnight Mission. He has helped raise millions for their new building program and is there each Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter and many times in between offering comfort and cheer. He is also passionate about music and art in public schools. He has worked tirelessly to help get programs funded to ensure that the young artists of today have the resources to flourish. Mr. Van Dyke is the National Spokesman for the National Reye's Syndrome Foundation and is the first spokesperson for the Cell Therapy Foundation.

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Dick Van Dyke STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Guest Star [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1980
Harold Hill

Harold Hill

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1960
Albert Peterson

Albert Peterson

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1959
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Counselor

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"Home Late" Husband

"The Girls Against the Boys" Performer


Dick Van Dyke Awards and Nominations


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Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Dick Van Dyke, Bye Bye Birdie


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Theatre World Awards - 1960 - Performance

Dick Van DykeThe Boys Against the Girls

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Review: MARY POPPINS JR. at Casa Manana, Ft. Worth TX


Mary Poppins is pretty much a familiar name among parents and children everywhere. Disney's film is the Halmark of popular children's films. However, seeing this as a live theater production is a thrilling experience for young and old. Having seen this gem live onstage three times, I never tire of its popularity and life lessons.

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Wednesday, April 24, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, April 24, 2024! It’s “Girl Group Night” on The Masked Singer! Panelists Ken Jeong, Robin Thicke, Jenny McCarthy Wahlberg, and Rita Ora open the show with a group performance of Spice Girls anthem, “Wannabe.” Watch a video from a recent episode now!

Review: THE TAMING OF THE SHREW at CLASSICAL THEATRE COMPANY


I don’t think you are going to find a funnier TAMING OF THE SHREW easily. Director Dana Bowman has lucked out to get the cast and crew that could pull this off, and she had extreme insight into how to handle the problems the show represents to women today. You will laugh, and you will find it a delight. Sitting through TAMING OF THE SHREW was never a chore, and I was enchanted from start to finish.

Varla Jean Merman To Play Catalina Jazz Club This Month


Drag icon and award-winning singer and comedienne Varla Jean Merman is set to bring her new show Stand By Your Drag to Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood for one show only on Tuesday, April 23, at 8:30pm, it was announced by Catalina and Chris Isaacson Presents.

THE WINEHOUSE EXPERIENCE to Play Oscar's Palm Springs & Catalina Jazz Club This Month


The Winehouse Experience, starring acclaimed singer Mia Karter, paying musical tribute to Grammy Award-winning singer Amy Winehouse, has been set for Oscar's Palm Springs on Wednesday, April 17, at 7pm, and Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood on Sunday, April 21, at 7:30pm, it was announced by Chris Isaacson Presents, Oscar's, and Catalina.

Interview: Alexandra Silber On Taking On THE MUSIC MAN at Marriott Theatre


xWe spoke with Alexandra Silber about starring in Marriott Theatre's production of MEREDITH WILLSON’S THE MUSIC MAN, the six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman with Music Direction by Jeff Award Winner Ryan T. Nelson.

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Wednesday, April 17, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, April 17, 2024! We Will Rock You on “Queen Night” of The Masked Singer! The group A contestants are put Under Pressure as they pay homage to iconic rock band, Queen! Watch a video from a recent episode now!

Broadway's Next Hit Musical to Present THE PHONY AWARDS At 54 Below


Catch the exciting event, THE PHONY AWARDS, presented by Broadway's Next Hit Musical at 54 Below. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Previews: NIC & DESI BROADWAY TO HOLLYWOOD at Oscar's Cabaret


Summer’s just around the corner and the temperature is already rising… from the heat between Broadway’s favorite triple-threat lovebirds Nicolas Dromard & Desiree Davar! Broadway stars and real-life couple Nicolas & Desiree make their Oscar’s debut with ‘Nic & Desi: Broadway to Hollywood’.

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER on FOX - Wednesday, March 20, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, March 20, 2024! Robin Thicke kicks off the episode with a rockstar rendition of “My Life.” Then, the last group of celebrity singers belt out classic tunes from the iconic “Piano Man” himself, Bill Joel! Watch a video from a recent episode now!

Review: HARRY CLARKE, Ambassadors Theatre


Billy Crudup's mercurial talent keeps this flaccid show afloat

Lisa Vroman to Return to The Green Room 42 With INGENUE… INGE-NOT-SO-NEW


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of internationally acclaimed soprano Lisa Vroman in “Ingénue... Ingé-not-so-new!” on Sunday, March 31 at 7:00 PM. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: BYE BYE BIRDIE at the Haines City Theatre


HCT is a small theatre with a big heart, and their production spotlights the show's strengths and weaknesses.

Scoop: Coming Up on THE MASKED SINGER Season Premiere on FOX - Wednesday, March 6, 2024


Get all the scoop on THE MASKED SINGER, airing on FOX on Wednesday, March 6, 2024! The season premiere episode will kick off with a performance by new panelist Rita Ora! She will be joined by host NICK CANNON and returning celebrity panelists Ken Jeong, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg and Robin Thicke! Watch a video preview of the new season now!

MARY POPPINS Film Rating Changes in the U.K. Due to 'Discriminatory Language'


In the U.K., the rating has been changed on the 1964 film Mary Poppins. Find out why here!

Christian Borle, Krysta Rodriguez, & Ephraim Sykes Will Lead Kennedy Center's BYE BYE BIRDIE


Christian Borlw, Krysta Rodrigues, and Ephraim Sykes will lead The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts's Broadway Center Stage production of Bye Bye Birdie. With direction by Marc Bruni, check out the cast and find out how to get tickets for the production which runs in June 2024.

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW Comes to Classical Theatre Company in April


Classical Theatre Company has announced the lineup for its 2023-2024 16th Mainstage Season, including The Taming of The Shrew. Performances run April 11 – 20, 2024. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!

WSRep to Present Return of NATIVE GARDENS at Raue Center For The Arts


Live theater returns to Raue Center in 2024 with a hilarious comedy of manners “Native Gardens” by Karen Zacarias and directed by company member Michele Vazquez.

OUR BORN-THIS-MONTH FEATURE FOR JANUARY SALUTES... GUESS WHO!


Every month, we take a moment to honor someone among those having a birthday that month who has made a real mark in the entertainment world .  January's birthday salute goes to a sensation on the stages of theatres and cabaret. With a click, you can see who it is and then see how much you know about their by taking our multiple-choice quiz.

ACW-TV's JAY WATCH Returns For A Second Season


ACW-TV’s JAY WATCH returns for a second season, celebrating the Golden Age of Television with classic episodes of iconic shows like The Lucy Show, Burns & Allen, and Dick Van Dyke.

Dick Van Dyke FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Dick Van Dyke been in?

Dick Van Dyke has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Dick Van Dyke been in?

Dick Van Dyke has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Dick Van Dyke been nominated for?

Dick Van Dyke has been nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Bye Bye Birdie" and for Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "The Boys Against the Girls."

What awards has Dick Van Dyke won?

Dick Van Dyke has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for "Bye Bye Birdie" and the Theatre World Award for his performance in "The Boys Against the Girls."

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