Cleo Laine
Cleo Laine is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include On the Town, Into the Woods, and The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
Date of Birth: October 28, 1927 (98)
Birth Place: Middlesex, ENGLAND
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1985
Princess Puffer/Angela Prysock, The Princess Puffer / Miss Angela Prysock
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1985
Princess Puffer/Angela Prysock
[West End]
Original London Production, 1962
Cindy-Ella, Mammy, Mr. Abednigo, Pigmee, Lord Chamberlain
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1986 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Cleo Laine, The Mystery of Edwin Drood
News
DECLARATION Musical to Make World Premiere at Hermitage Museum
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026
First Flight Theatre Company will present DECLARATION, a musical based on the Declaration of Independence, at the Hermitage Museum in Ho Ho Kus, New Jersey, marking America's 250th anniversary.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026
First Flight Theatre Company will present DECLARATION, a musical based on the Declaration of Independence, at the Hermitage Museum in Ho Ho Kus, New Jersey, marking America's 250th anniversary.
JAZZ / CARTE BLANCHE TO TOM RANIER to Play Mount Wilson Observatory
by Joshua Wright - Jul 22, 2026
Mount Wilson Observatory will present Jazz / Carte Blanche to Tom Ranier, featuring a piano-guitar-bass trio performing jazz compositions, American songbook standards, and classical pieces inside the historic 100-inch Telescope dome.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 22, 2026
Mount Wilson Observatory will present Jazz / Carte Blanche to Tom Ranier, featuring a piano-guitar-bass trio performing jazz compositions, American songbook standards, and classical pieces inside the historic 100-inch Telescope dome.
My Legrand Love of London: MELISSA ERRICO – GIRL SINGER IN LONDON
by Guest Blog: Melissa Errico - Jun 12, 2026
The New York-based cabaret star reflects on her love of London and how the city shaped her career in musical theater. She'll return there for a 7/12 show at Ronnie Scott's.
by Guest Blog: Melissa Errico - Jun 12, 2026
The New York-based cabaret star reflects on her love of London and how the city shaped her career in musical theater. She'll return there for a 7/12 show at Ronnie Scott's.
Review: Lorna Dallas Resplendent In THE CABARET FILES at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 21, 2026
And the winners are the audience at CT+S.
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 21, 2026
And the winners are the audience at CT+S.
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.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with Denzal Sinclaire at Ironwood Stage & Grill
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026
Denzal Sinclaire will perform a special Valentine's Day concert at Ironwood Stage & Grill, offering an evening of romantic music and charm. The event promises a memorable night with one of Canada's premier jazz vocalists.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026
Denzal Sinclaire will perform a special Valentine's Day concert at Ironwood Stage & Grill, offering an evening of romantic music and charm. The event promises a memorable night with one of Canada's premier jazz vocalists.
Interview: Heather Orth of INTO THE WOODS at San Francisco Playhouse
by Jim Munson - Nov 25, 2025
BroadwayWorld chats with Bay Area favorite Heather Orth who is appearing as Cinderella's Stepmother in Stephen Sondheim & James Lapine's 'Into the Woods' at San Francisco Playhouse through January 17th.
by Jim Munson - Nov 25, 2025
BroadwayWorld chats with Bay Area favorite Heather Orth who is appearing as Cinderella's Stepmother in Stephen Sondheim & James Lapine's 'Into the Woods' at San Francisco Playhouse through January 17th.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 5, 2025- ROMY & MICHELE Cast Announced and More
by - Sep 5, 2025
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Whether you're gearing up for a backstage call or settling in with your morning coffee, we've got all the big Broadway headlines you need to know. Today, take a sneak peek at the electrifying new musical MEXODUS as it heads to New York City, and go backstage with Phillip Taratula from Ginger Twinsies for all his pre-show routines.
by - Sep 5, 2025
Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Whether you're gearing up for a backstage call or settling in with your morning coffee, we've got all the big Broadway headlines you need to know. Today, take a sneak peek at the electrifying new musical MEXODUS as it heads to New York City, and go backstage with Phillip Taratula from Ginger Twinsies for all his pre-show routines.
Broadway Lights Will Dim for Paul Libin, George Wendt, Cleo Laine and More
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 4, 2025
The Broadway In Memoriam Committee, composed of theatre owners in consultation with industry service organizations, has confirmed a September 9th marquee dimming to honor artists and industry members George Wendt, Beth Newburger, Edie Cowan, Mark Brokaw, Paul Libin, Richard Greenberg, Cleo Laine, Jack Batman and Lloyd Williams.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 4, 2025
The Broadway In Memoriam Committee, composed of theatre owners in consultation with industry service organizations, has confirmed a September 9th marquee dimming to honor artists and industry members George Wendt, Beth Newburger, Edie Cowan, Mark Brokaw, Paul Libin, Richard Greenberg, Cleo Laine, Jack Batman and Lloyd Williams.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 28, 2025- A CHORUS LINE Celebrates 50 Years and More
by - Jul 28, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jul 28, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 28, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Tony-Nominated Jazz Singer Cleo Laine Passes Away at 97
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Cleo Laine, the Tony-nominated performer and acclaimed jazz singer, has passed away at 97. She was predeceased by her husband and collaborator, John Dankworth, in 2010.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Dame Cleo Laine, the Tony-nominated performer and acclaimed jazz singer, has passed away at 97. She was predeceased by her husband and collaborator, John Dankworth, in 2010.
Review: Donna McKechnie Illuminates The Essence of Stephen Sondheim at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 25, 2025
Donna McKechnie's TAKE ME TO THE WORLD – THE SONGS OF STEPHEN SONDHEIM continues 4/26 at 54 Below. When it comes to interpreting Sondheim, the Chorus Line star is in a league of her own.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 25, 2025
Donna McKechnie's TAKE ME TO THE WORLD – THE SONGS OF STEPHEN SONDHEIM continues 4/26 at 54 Below. When it comes to interpreting Sondheim, the Chorus Line star is in a league of her own.
Celia Berk Debuts 'I Can’t Understand' Single for Earth Day
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025
For Earth Day, award-winning vocalist Celia Berk has released the first commercial recording of I Can’t Understand, with lyrics by Michael Colby and music by Michele Brourman. Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025
For Earth Day, award-winning vocalist Celia Berk has released the first commercial recording of I Can’t Understand, with lyrics by Michael Colby and music by Michele Brourman. Listen to it here!
Lorna Dallas Will Perform Encore of SNAPSHOTS at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
Lorna Dallas will return to Chelsea Table + Stage for an encore performance of her all-new show in ”Snapshots”, her latest collection of musical memories. The debut of the show this past fall was welcomed with glorious acclaim.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025
Lorna Dallas will return to Chelsea Table + Stage for an encore performance of her all-new show in ”Snapshots”, her latest collection of musical memories. The debut of the show this past fall was welcomed with glorious acclaim.
Let's Dance International Frontiers Comes To Leicester
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage, Leicester, will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the annual dance festival, LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS 2025 (LDIF25). Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025
Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage, Leicester, will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the annual dance festival, LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS 2025 (LDIF25). Learn more here!
Lorna Dallas To Debut New Show SNAPSHOTS At Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2024
Lorna Dallas will present her new show, SNAPSHOTS, at Chelsea Table + Stage this fall. The performance will feature a selection of songs and stories from her career. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2024
Lorna Dallas will present her new show, SNAPSHOTS, at Chelsea Table + Stage this fall. The performance will feature a selection of songs and stories from her career. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.
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.
100 BLACK WOMEN WHO HAVE MADE A MARK Comes to Leicester Gallery
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
100 BLACK WOMEN WHO HAVE MADE A MARK is a new art exhibition created and produced by Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage in Leicester that will run at Leicester Gallery from October 1st 2024 to January 4th 2025.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
100 BLACK WOMEN WHO HAVE MADE A MARK is a new art exhibition created and produced by Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage in Leicester that will run at Leicester Gallery from October 1st 2024 to January 4th 2025.
LORNA DALLAS: SNAPSHOTS Comes to Crazy Coqs in July
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024
Lorna Dallas will bring her latest musical offering, “Snapshots” to Crazy Coqs for two nights only.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024
Lorna Dallas will bring her latest musical offering, “Snapshots” to Crazy Coqs for two nights only.
The Invisible Theatre's Susan Claassen to Step Down as Managing Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2024
The Invisible Theatre Managing Artistic Director Susan Claassen will pass “the torch” of Artistic Leadership to Betsy Kruse Craig, Associate Managing Artistic Director.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2024
The Invisible Theatre Managing Artistic Director Susan Claassen will pass “the torch” of Artistic Leadership to Betsy Kruse Craig, Associate Managing Artistic Director.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Cleo Laine been in?
Cleo Laine has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Cleo Laine been in?
Cleo Laine has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Cleo Laine's first West End show?
Cleo Laine's first West End show was Valmouth which opened in 1958
What awards has Cleo Laine been nominated for?
and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Mystery of Edwin Drood.
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