Johanna Day
TWFest Celebrates 40 Years with Star-Studded Lineup in 2026 (Mar 3, 2026)
Jamie Wax Named Inaugural Playwright-in-Residence at The Hanover Theatre Repertory (Feb 19, 2026)
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; THE JACK OF HEARTS CLUB Leads Best Musical! (Dec 29, 2025)
BIO
Broadway: How I Learned to Drive, The Nap, Sweat (Tony nomination), You Can’t Take It With You, August: Osage County, Lombardi, Proof (Tony nomination). Theatre: Floyd’s (Guthrie), Peace for Mary Francis (New Group), Peter and Jerry (Second Stage—Drama Desk nomination) Appropriate (Signature—Obie Award, The Lilly Award), Poor Behavior (Mark Taper), Realistic Joneses (Yale), Choice (Huntington), The Rainmaker (Arena Stage—Helen Hayes Award), How I Learned to Drive (original cast, Vineyard). Television: “Madam Secretary” (5 years recurring), “For Life,” “New Amsterdam,” “The Blacklist,” “Escape at Dannemora,” “The Knick,” “The Americans,” “Masters of Sex,” “Alpha House,” “Royal Pains.” Film: What is Life Worth, The Post, Great Gilley Hopkins, How Far She Went, The Breatharian.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
[ 2000 ] Saleswoman
[ 2015 ] Beth Tickler
[ 2015 ] Principal Maynard
[ 2015 ] The Nurse
[ 2017 ] Ann Buchwald
[ 2020 ] Judy
[ 2020 ] Ruth
TV Shows
Andrea Kayser
Susie McCarty Lowe, Susie McCarty
Judge Nancy Roth
Admiral Ellen Hill
Eunice Showalter
Tinsley
Awards and Nominations
winner
Johanna Day, How I Learned to Drive
Johanna Day, Sweat
Johanna Day, Sweat
Johanna Day, Sweat
Johanna Day, Sweat
Johanna DayGood People
winner
Johanna Day, Appropriate
Johanna Day, Peter and Jerry
winner
Johanna DayThe Rainmaker
Johanna Day, Proof
Johanna Day, Proof
Videos
Video: Writer Jamie Wax Discusses the Genesis of CALL MY IZZY on CBS MORNINGS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-20 13:10:59
VIDEO: Mary-Louise Parker Talks Her HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Pre-Show Ritual on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - 2022-04-29 09:39:44
VIDEO: David Morse Discusses Returning to His HOW I LEARNED TO DRIVE Role 25 Years Later on GMA
by Michael Major - 2022-04-25 09:47:41
VIDEO: Eight Local Stars To Take Stage In Philadelphia Theatre Company's SWEAT
by Alan Henry - 2018-10-16 17:01:59
VIDEO: On This Day, September 28- Broadway Revival of YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU Celebrates Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-09-28 17:09:00
TV: THE NAP Company Takes Its Shot! Go Inside Opening Night
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2018-09-29 13:00:47
TV: What is Richard Bean's THE NAP All About? The Broadway-Bound Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-08-05 13:00:47
VIDEO: On This Day, September 28- The Revival of YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU Celebrates Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-09-28 15:13:44
Theater Talk: Lynn Nottage & Kate Whoriskey Talk SWEAT with Tony-Nominated Cast
by Theater Talk - 2017-06-19 10:16:03
Backstage with Richard Ridge: Will Tony Day Be Johanna Day's Big Day?
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2017-06-07 17:25:15
Tony Awards Close-Up: Johanna Day Is Digging Deeper Every Night at SWEAT
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-05-07 13:00:02
STAGE TUBE: Audiences React to Winnie Holzman's CHOICE at Huntington
by Stage Tube - 2015-10-30 16:58:59
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes - Winnie Holzman and Sheryl Kaller Chat CHOICE at Huntington
by Stage Tube - 2015-10-30 16:54:59
In Performance Video: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU's James Earl Jones
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-12-30 08:22:38
VIDEO: All-New TV Spot for Broadway's YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU
by Caryn Robbins - 2014-10-06 11:37:41
TV: Chatting with the Cast of YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-09-30 10:00:50
News
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026
The Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival will return to the historic French Quarter for its 40th anniversary celebration of contemporary literature, theatre, New Orleans culture, and of course, Tennessee Williams.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2026
The Hanover Theatre Repertory (THT Rep) has named Jamie Wax its inaugural Playwright-in-Residence. Wax returns to THT Rep after his commanding performance in Doubt: A Parable and fresh off his first Broadway play, Call Me Izzy.
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 17, 2025
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of Julia Lester, Marin Ireland, Anna Chlumsky and more at the opening night curtain call and after party!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of the company on the red carpet.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025
Mosaic Theater Company will present a workshop for CODE RED, a new play that illuminates day-to-day life in an environment perpetually alert—the American public school system.
by Michael Major - Aug 25, 2025
Jean Smart took her final bow in Call Me Izzy on Sunday, commenting that the Broadway production was an 'unbelievable experience' for her. Watch a video from the closing performance!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 24, 2025
Call Me Izzy, starring Tony Award Nominee and six-time Emmy Award winner Jean Smart, says goodbye to Broadway after 18 preview and 80 regular performances at Studio 54. The venue will soon be home to Oedipus, which begins previews on October 30.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 19, 2025
Broadway actor Johanna Day will star in Doubt: A Parable by John Patrick Shanley at The Hanover Theatre Repertory. The production is directed by THT Rep’s Artistic Director Livy Scanlon.
by - Jul 24, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Michael Major - Jul 23, 2025
Jean Smart has returned to Call Me Izzy on Broadway following a brief leave of absence after a knee injury. After Johanna Day filled in during her absence, the Emmy winner thanks the audience for coming to the show in a new video.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2025
Tony Award Nominee and six-time Emmy Award winner Jean Smart will extend her run in Call Me Izzy on Broadway. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2025
Jean Smart will be out of additional performances of Call Me Izzy on Broadway due to a knee injury. Learn more about Call Me Izzy and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025
Jean Smart, who is currently starring in the world premiere production of Call Me Izzy on Broadway, will be out of the show due to a knee injury. Learn more here.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 20, 2025
Writer Jamie Wax is making his Broadway debut with Call Me Izzy, the new one-woman play starring Jean Smart. With the show now running at Studio 54, Wax stopped by CBS News to chat about the production, which has been in various stages of development for over 30 years.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Johanna Day has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
Johanna Day has not appeared in the West End.
Special Achievement Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for How I Learned to Drive, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Sweat, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweat, Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play (The Lortels) for Sweat, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Sweat, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Good People, Performance (Obie Awards) for Appropriate, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter and Jerry, Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Rainmaker , Outstanding Featured Actress (The Lortels) for Proof and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Proof.
Johanna Day has won several prestigious awards, including the Special Achievement Award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for How I Learned to Drive. She received an Obie Award for Performance in Appropriate and was honored with the Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play award from the Helen Hayes Awards for The Rainmaker.
Videos