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Elaine Stritch

Birth Place: Detroit, MI, USA

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Elaine Stritch was an American actress and singer, known for her work on Broadway. She made her professional stage debut in 1944 and appeared in numerous stage plays, musicals, feature films and television series. She was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 1995.
Stritch made her Broadway debut in the 1946 comedy Loco and went on to receive four Tony Award nominations: for the William Inge play Bus Stop (1956); the Noël Coward musical Sail Away (1962); the Stephen Sondheim musical Company (1971), which included her performance of the song "The Ladies Who Lunch"; and for the revival of the Edward Albee play A Delicate Balance (1996). Her one-woman show Elaine Stritch at Liberty, won the 2002 Tony Award for Best Special Theatrical Event.

Stritch relocated to London in the 1970s and starred in several West End productions, including Tennessee Williams' Small Craft Warnings (1973) and Neil Simon's The Gingerbread Lady (1974). She also starred with Donald Sinden in the ITV sitcom Two's Company (1975-79), which earned her a 1979 BAFTA TV Award nomination. She won an Emmy Award in 1993 for her guest role on Law & Order and another for the 2004 television documentary of her one-woman show. From 2007 to 2012, she had a recurring role as Colleen Donaghy on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock, a role that won her a third Emmy in 2007.

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Elaine Stritch STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Madame Armfeldt [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2002
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Production, 2001
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 1999
Mimi Paragon

[Broadway]
Angela Lansbury Tribute Benefit, 1996
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Lillian

Lillian

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Claire

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Parthy Ann Hawks

[Broadway]
Reunion Concert, 1993
Joanne

[Broadway]
1989
Melissa Gardner [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Melissa Gardner [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 1985
Hattie Walker

[West End]
London Revival, 1973
Rose [Replacement]

[West End]
London Production, 1972
Joanne

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1971
Joanne

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1970
Joanne

[Off-Broadway]
1968
Performer

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1968
Vera Charles

[Broadway]
1962
Martha (Alternate) [Replacement]

[West End]
London Production, 1962
Mimi Paragon

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1961
Mimi Paragon

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1958
Maggie Harris

[Broadway]
1957
Gertrude Muldoon

[Broadway]
1955
Grace Hoylard

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1954
Peggy Porterfield

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1952
Melba Snyder

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1951
Mrs. Sally Adams

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1950
Mrs. Sally Adams (Standby)

[Broadway]
1949
June Farrell

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1947
Ingabord

Singer

Milly

Lula Belle

Performer

Little Nettie

[Broadway]
1946
Pamela Brewster

Writing


Elaine Stritch Movies

The Scarlet Hour
[ 1956 ] Phyllis Rycker
A Farewell to Arms
[ 1957 ] Helen Ferguson
The Perfect Furlough
[ 1958 ] Liz Baker
Kiss Her Goodbye
[ 1959 ] Marge Carson
Who Killed Teddy Bear
[ 1965 ] Marian Freeman
Too Many Thieves
[ 1966 ] Miss G
The Sidelong Glances of a Pigeon Kicker
[ 1970 ] Tough Lady
The Spiral Staircase
[ 1975 ] Nurse
Providence
[ 1977 ] Helen Wiener
September
[ 1987 ] Diane
Cocoon: The Return
[ 1988 ] Ruby
Cadillac Man
[ 1990 ] Widow
Out to Sea
[ 1997 ] Mavis LaBreche
Krippendorf's Tribe
[ 1998 ] Irene Hargrove
Screwed
[ 2000 ] Miss Crock
Autumn in New York
[ 2000 ] Dolly
Small Time Crooks
[ 2000 ] Chi Chi Potter
Monster-in-Law
[ 2005 ] Gertrude
Romance & Cigarettes
[ 2005 ] Nick's Mother
ParaNorman
[ 2012 ] Grandma
River of Fundament
[ 2014 ] Eulogist

Elaine Stritch TV Shows

30 Rock
Colleen Donaghy
3rd Rock from the Sun
Martha Albright
Jackanory
Storyteller
Law & Order
Lanie Stieglitz
Nobody's Perfect
Bill Hooper
Soul Man
Mrs. Foster
Tales of the Unexpected
Pamela Beauchamp, Mary Pearl
The Cosby Show
Mrs. McGee
The Edge of Night
Mrs. DeGroot
The Ellen Burstyn Show
Sydney Brewer
The Trials of O'Brien
Miss G
Two's Company
Dorothy McNab

Elaine Stritch Awards and Nominations

Olivier Awards - 2003 - Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment

Elaine StritchElaine Stritch At Liberty


winner
Drama League Awards - 2002 - Distinguished Achivement in Musical Theatre

Elaine Stritch


winner
New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Special Citation

Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch at Liberty


winner
Obie Awards - 2002 - Special Citations

Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch at Liberty


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch at Liberty

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch at Liberty

The Lortels - 2002 - Outstanding Lead Actress

Elaine Stritch, Elaine Stritch At Liberty

Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Elaine Stritch , A Delicate Balance

Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Actress - Musical

Elaine StritchShowboat

Tony Awards - 1971 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Elaine Stritch , Company

Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Elaine Stritch, Sail Away

Tony Awards - 1956 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Elaine Stritch, Bus Stop

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Elaine Stritch News


Review: Gender-Swapped COMPANY Cleverly Reimagines Sondheim Show


More than 50 years after its original Broadway production, which had a Boston tryout at the Shubert Theatre, the Stephen Sondheim musical Company, with book by George Furth, had its third revival in 2021, in a sprightly, cleverly reimagined, gender-swapped production that won five Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical.

Celebrity Series of Boston: Patti LuPone A LIFE IN NOTES


After two previous appearances with the Celebrity Series of Boston in 2003 and 2011, the long overdue return of Patti LuPone to the stage at Symphony Hall on Tuesday night was an epic performance worth the wait. Enthusiastic entrance applause greeted Joseph Thalken (music direction and arrangements) and Brad Phillips (strings), but rose to Richter scale magnitude when Patti strode out.

MEN ABOUT TOWN Al Hirschfeld Exhibition is Now Live Online


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation as opened its latest online exhibition, 'Men About Town: Al Hirschfeld Draws Noël Coward.'

Ronald Rand Will Lead LET IT BE ART! at Greece's Lithographeion Theatre in Patras


Goodwill Cultural Ambassador Ronald Rand, during his 24th year touring around the world to 26 countries will perform in his celebrated solo play, LET IT BE ART! as Harold Clurman, 'the Elder Statesman of the American Theatre,' on March 31st at the renowned Lithographeion Theatre in Patras, Greece.

La MaMa Experiments Play Reading Series to Present Paul Iacono's HIGH PRIEST


La MaMa's “Experiments Play Reading Series” will present the first public reading of Paul Iacono's new play HIGH PRIEST for one night only. Learn more about the play and see how to purchase tickets.

Aaron Tveit Will Make Cafe Carlyle Debut This June


Tony winner Aaron Tveit is set to enchant audiences with his debut residency at the iconic Café Carlyle from June 18 to 29. We have all the details on his upcoming shows!

Barb Jungr Brings Three Nights of Concerts to London's Crazy Coqs With 'Singing Into My 70s'


Join legendary UK vocalist Barb Jungr as she celebrates her 70th birthday with 'SINGING INTO MY 70s', a three-night West End celebration at London's Crazy Coqs. Experience the magic of her Dylan and Cohen interpretations.

HIGH PRIEST A New Play By Paul Iacono Debuts At La MaMa In Free Reading This March


Experience the premiere reading of PAUL IACONO's 'HIGH PRIEST,' a captivating drama about Andy Warhol's Factory, directed by Rachel Klein.

Robert Klein and Julie Gold Among The 14 Honorees At The 39th Annual BISTRO AWARDS GALA


Celebrate the musical and comedy artistry of Robert Klein, Julie Gold, and more at the 39th Annual Bistro Awards Gala on April 1 at Gotham Comedy Club. Hosted by Steve Hayes, the event honors exceptional artists with performances and special awards.

Review: Gender-Swapped COMPANY Falls Flat at the Ohio Theatre Despite Genius Sondheim Score


Nominated for a record-setting 14 Tony Awards and winning 6 in the original production in 1970, Stephen Sondheim’s COMPANY was one of the first musicals to deal with contemporary dating, marriage, and divorce.  Originally played by a male lead, Director Marianne Elliott (with approval from Sondheim) decided to swap genders in the second West End revival in 2018, and Bobby then became Bobbie.

Café Carlyle Announces Return Of Bernie Williams This April


Baseball legend and musician Bernie Williams is returning to Café Carlyle from April 9th to April 13th.

Listen: Travis Moser Releases 'The Moon is a Harsh Mistress'


Cabaret artist Travis Moser releases new version of 'The Moon is a Harsh Mistress' featured in upcoming show at The Green Room 42.

David Morse and His Wife Susan Wheeler Will Perform A.R. Gurney's LOVE LETTERS in Valentine's Day Benefit For Quintessence Theatre


This Valentine’s Day, Quintessence Theatre is celebrating love in all of its messy glory with a performance starring award-winning television, film and stage actor David Morse* and his wife, Susan Wheeler.

Hamilton Leithauser to Return to Café Carlyle in March


Acclaimed singer-songwriter Hamilton Leithauser will return to Café Carlyle for his sixth annual residency, March 5-16, 2024.

Stella Adler Studio Celebrates 75th Anniversary and Unveils New Logo


In 2024, the Stella Adler Studio of Acting celebrates its 75th Anniversary, commemorating a legacy of inspiring generations of actors dedicated to the pursuit of artistic excellence and uplifting humanity.

Video: The Best of Broadway at the Kennedy Center Honors


The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors are coming up and we are celebrating the special occasion with some of our favorite videos of past Broadway performances. Check out the full list!

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Corsets and Combat Boots with Katherine McNamara


From playing opposite Angela Lansbury and Elaine Stritch in the Broadway Revival of A Little Night Music, to starring as Clary Fray in the hit demon-fighting TV series, Shadowhunters, Katherine McNamara can slay the game in a corset or combat boots.

Photos: RED BUCKET FOLLIES Raises $4,553,203 For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS


An exultant and effervescent Red Bucket Follies returned after a four-year, pandemic-induced hiatus to celebrate six weeks of enthusiastic and dedicated fundraising. The star-studded variety show, performed December 4 and 5, 2023, honored 46 Broadway, Off-Broadway and national touring companies that participated in fall fundraising for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. See photos from the show below!

Line-Up Set For PhysFestNYC, New York's Festival Dedicated To Physical Theaters


PhysFestNYC, New York’s Festival Dedicated to Physical Theaters, announces its line-up for January 5–14, 2024. Over 100 artists and companies will participate in the 10-day festival, featuring performances, workshops, panels, and community events.

Review: COMPANY at Blumenthal Performing Arts


Injecting diversity, switching genders pell-mell, and even gifting us with a gay couple, Marianne Elliott's overhaul of Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY isn't more illuminating or revelatory than the 1970 original. But the horseplay and the gay wedding-day shenanigans are wildly entertaining - and the superb score still transcends the George Furth book.

Elaine Stritch FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Elaine Stritch been in?

Elaine Stritch has appeared on Broadway in 19 shows.

How many West End shows has Elaine Stritch been in?

Elaine Stritch has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.

What was Elaine Stritch's first West End show?

Elaine Stritch's first West End show was Sail Away which opened in 1962

What awards has Elaine Stritch been nominated for?

Elaine Stritch has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including Best Actress in a Musical or Entertainment at the Olivier Awards for "Elaine Stritch At Liberty," Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre at the Drama League Awards, Special Citation at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for "Elaine Stritch at Liberty," Special Citations at the Obie Awards for "Elaine Stritch at Liberty," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Elaine Stritch at Liberty," Outstanding Lead Actress at The Lortels for "Elaine Stritch At Liberty," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "A Delicate Balance," Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Showboat," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Company," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Sail Away," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Bus Stop."

What awards has Elaine Stritch won?

Elaine Stritch has won several awards for her performance in "Elaine Stritch at Liberty," including the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theatre from the Drama League Awards, a Special Citation from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards, Special Citations from the Obie Awards, and the Outstanding Solo Performance from the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

How many shows has Elaine Stritch written?

Elaine Stritch has written 1 shows including Elaine Stritch At Liberty (Bookwriter).

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