Mary Louise Wilson
Birth Place: USA
Latest News on Mary Louise Wilson:
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2024 Nominated Revivals (May 18, 2024)
How Often Are Musicals Based on Documentaries? (Jan 28, 2024)
Photos: First Look at Big Noise Theatre's GREY GARDENS, Now Playing Through Late January (Jan 18, 2024)
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2024 Nominated Revivals (May 18, 2024)
How Often Are Musicals Based on Documentaries? (Jan 28, 2024)
Photos: First Look at Big Noise Theatre's GREY GARDENS, Now Playing Through Late January (Jan 18, 2024)
BIO
Broadway: Big Edie in Grey Gardens (Tony Award), Fraulein Schneider in Cabaret (Tony nomination). Off-Broadway: Diana Vreeland in and co-writer of Full Gallop, Queen Elizabeth I in Bard of Avon. Television: Louie?s mother on "Louie CK," "Nurse Jackie."
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Off-Broadway]
1983
Nanny/Woman in the Park/Principal [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Off-Broadway]
1981
Sister Mary Ignatius/ Sarah Siddons [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1974
Tessie Tura
Rose (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe)
(St. Louis, MO (Regional))
(Standby)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1968
Marge MacDougall [Replacement]
[Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1968
Performer [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Writing
Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Movies
Klute
[ 1971 ] Producer in Adv. Agency
[ 1971 ] Producer in Adv. Agency
Going Home
[ 1971 ] Real Estate Lady
[ 1971 ] Real Estate Lady
Up the Sandbox
[ 1972 ] Betty
[ 1972 ] Betty
Hail
[ 1972 ] The People
[ 1972 ] The People
King of the Gypsies
[ 1978 ] Ivy
[ 1978 ] Ivy
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
[ 1982 ] Modene
[ 1982 ] Modene
Zelig
[ 1983 ] Sister Ruth
[ 1983 ] Sister Ruth
Teachers
[ 1984 ] Teacher
[ 1984 ] Teacher
The Money Pit
[ 1986 ] Benny's Mom
[ 1986 ] Benny's Mom
Cheap Shots
[ 1988 ] Dotty
[ 1988 ] Dotty
Pet Sematary
[ 1989 ] Dory Goldman
[ 1989 ] Dory Goldman
She-Devil
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Trumper
[ 1989 ] Mrs. Trumper
Everybody Wins
[ 1990 ] Jean
[ 1990 ] Jean
Green Card
[ 1990 ] Mrs. Sheehan
[ 1990 ] Mrs. Sheehan
The Adventures of Huck Finn
[ 1993 ] Miss Watson
[ 1993 ] Miss Watson
Mr. Wonderful
[ 1993 ] Muriel Manners
[ 1993 ] Muriel Manners
Stepmom
[ 1998 ] Mrs. Franklin
[ 1998 ] Mrs. Franklin
24 Nights
[ 1999 ] Lillian
[ 1999 ] Lillian
Searching for Paradise
[ 2002 ] Evelyn Greenslate
[ 2002 ] Evelyn Greenslate
Nebraska
[ 2013 ] Aunt Martha
[ 2013 ] Aunt Martha
The Humbling
[ 2014 ] Mrs. Rutledge
[ 2014 ] Mrs. Rutledge
Ocean's Eight
[ 2018 ] Marlene
[ 2018 ] Marlene
TV Shows
All My Children
Millicent Greenlee
Millicent Greenlee
Mozart in the Jungle
Bunny
Bunny
One Day at a Time
Ginny Wrobliki
Ginny Wrobliki
Orange Is the New Black
Millie
Millie
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Mary Louise Wilson, On the Twentieth Century
winner
- 2012 - Legend of Off Broadway Award
Mary Louise Wilson
Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award
Mary Louise Wilson, 4 Miles
winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Performance
Mary Louise Wilson, 4 Miles
winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Performance
Mary Louise Wilson, 4 Miles
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2007 - Best Featured Actress in a Musical
Mary Louise Wilson, Grey Gardens
winner
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Mary Louise Wilson, Grey Gardens
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical
Mary Louise Wilson, Grey Gardens
The Lortels - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actress
Mary Louise Wilson, Grey Gardens
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play
Mary Louise Wilson, The Beard of Avon
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical
Mary Louise Wilson, Cabaret
winner
Obie Awards - 1996 - Performance
Mary Louise Wilson, Full Gallop
Videos
Broadway Rewind: ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Returns to Broadway with Kristin Chenoweth, Peter Gallagher, Andy Karl & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-10-18 15:01:00
TV: The Train Has Arrived! Watch Highlights from ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 16:06:03
TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY with Osnes, Fontana & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 14:44:09
TV: Chatting with the Cast of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 17:13:09
News
Photos: First Look at Big Noise Theatre's GREY GARDENS, Now Playing Through Late January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024
Check out photos of Big Noise Theatre's Grey Gardens! Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024
Check out photos of Big Noise Theatre's Grey Gardens! Learn how to purchase tickets!
GREY GARDENS to Open at Big Noise Theatre Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 6, 2024
Big Noise Theatre is opening their 2024 season with GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL (book by Doug Wright, music by Scott Frankel, and lyrics by Michael Korie) next week in Des Plaines, IL., right outside of Chicago. Get all the production information here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 6, 2024
Big Noise Theatre is opening their 2024 season with GREY GARDENS: THE MUSICAL (book by Doug Wright, music by Scott Frankel, and lyrics by Michael Korie) next week in Des Plaines, IL., right outside of Chicago. Get all the production information here!
SISTER MARY IGNATIUS EXPLAINS IT ALL FOR YOU Comes to the Hollywood Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2022
Mmmkay Productions has announced a Hollywood Fringe Festival production of Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You, written by Christopher Durang and directed by Jeramiah Peay. The cast will feature (in alphabetical order) Shayna Gabrielle, Lea Madda, Michael Mullen, Will Potter, Chris Ramirez, and Liam Risinger.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2022
Mmmkay Productions has announced a Hollywood Fringe Festival production of Sister Mary Ignatius Explains It All for You, written by Christopher Durang and directed by Jeramiah Peay. The cast will feature (in alphabetical order) Shayna Gabrielle, Lea Madda, Michael Mullen, Will Potter, Chris Ramirez, and Liam Risinger.
The Boston Theater Critics Association Announces The 39th Elliot Norton Award Winners
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2022
Awards were announced tonight for more than two dozen outstanding actors, directors, designers, ensembles and productions by the Boston Theater Critics Association at The 39th Elliot Norton Awards.
by A.A. Cristi - May 24, 2022
Awards were announced tonight for more than two dozen outstanding actors, directors, designers, ensembles and productions by the Boston Theater Critics Association at The 39th Elliot Norton Awards.
Theater Stories: Parties With Cher, Dolly Parton & Diana Ross, The Long-Running CABARET Revival, and More About Studio 54!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2020
This week's Theater Stories features Studio 54! Learn about the star-studded parties during the venue's nightclub days, with artists artists including Dolly Parton, Diana Ross, Liza Minnelli, and more; the long-running revival of Cabaret starring Alan Cumming and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2020
This week's Theater Stories features Studio 54! Learn about the star-studded parties during the venue's nightclub days, with artists artists including Dolly Parton, Diana Ross, Liza Minnelli, and more; the long-running revival of Cabaret starring Alan Cumming and more!
Cast and Crew Have Been Announced for Theo Ubique's GREY GARDENS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2020
Cast and crew were announced today for Theo Ubique's production of the hilarious and heartbreaking musical GREY GARDENS, to be performed at the Howard Street Theatre at 721 Howard St., Evanston, from March 6 to April 26, 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2020
Cast and crew were announced today for Theo Ubique's production of the hilarious and heartbreaking musical GREY GARDENS, to be performed at the Howard Street Theatre at 721 Howard St., Evanston, from March 6 to April 26, 2020.
Theo Ubique Returns to a Four-Production Season for Second Year in New Home
by Sarah Hookey - Jun 13, 2019
Founding Artistic Director Fred Anzevino today announced a partial lineup of musicals for the company's second year in residence at the Howard Street Theatre, the venue developed by the City of Evanston specifically for the company.
by Sarah Hookey - Jun 13, 2019
Founding Artistic Director Fred Anzevino today announced a partial lineup of musicals for the company's second year in residence at the Howard Street Theatre, the venue developed by the City of Evanston specifically for the company.
Boston Theater Critics Association Announces The 37th Annual Elliot Norton Awards Nominations; Broadway-Bound JAGGED LITTLE PILL Leads With Six Noms
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2019
Two dozen nominations of outstanding actors, directors, designers and ensembles were announced today by The Boston Theater Critics Association (BTCA), with winners to be revealed at the 37th Annual Elliot Norton Awards on Monday, May 20, 2019 at 7 PM, at the Huntington Avenue Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2019
Two dozen nominations of outstanding actors, directors, designers and ensembles were announced today by The Boston Theater Critics Association (BTCA), with winners to be revealed at the 37th Annual Elliot Norton Awards on Monday, May 20, 2019 at 7 PM, at the Huntington Avenue Theatre.
11th Hour Theatre Company To Present Concert Of GREY GARDENS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018
11th Hour Theatre Company brings its consistently sold out concert series back home and as the series begins its 2018-2019 season it has grown. 11th Hour's Next Step Concert Series is now set to run over two weekends. They begin their season with a concert performance of Grey Gardens. Grey Gardens features Music by Scott Frankel, Lyrics by Michael Korie and a Book by Doug Wright. 11th Hour Theatre Company Associate Artistic Director and Co-Founder Steve Pacek directs. Amanda Morton is the Music Director. Grey Gardens runs October 6-14. The official Media Opening is Sunday, October 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $36 (which includes a $4 service fee). $19 tickets are available online for Students and Industry. Tickets are available online at www.11thhourtheatrecompany.org or by phone 267-987-9865. All performances will take place at The Proscenium Theatre at The Drake, 302 South Hicks Street.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018
11th Hour Theatre Company brings its consistently sold out concert series back home and as the series begins its 2018-2019 season it has grown. 11th Hour's Next Step Concert Series is now set to run over two weekends. They begin their season with a concert performance of Grey Gardens. Grey Gardens features Music by Scott Frankel, Lyrics by Michael Korie and a Book by Doug Wright. 11th Hour Theatre Company Associate Artistic Director and Co-Founder Steve Pacek directs. Amanda Morton is the Music Director. Grey Gardens runs October 6-14. The official Media Opening is Sunday, October 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $36 (which includes a $4 service fee). $19 tickets are available online for Students and Industry. Tickets are available online at www.11thhourtheatrecompany.org or by phone 267-987-9865. All performances will take place at The Proscenium Theatre at The Drake, 302 South Hicks Street.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mary Louise Wilson been in?
Mary Louise Wilson has appeared on Broadway in 17 shows.
How many West End shows has Mary Louise Wilson been in?
Mary Louise Wilson has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Mary Louise Wilson been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for On the Twentieth Century, Legend of Off Broadway Award (), Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for 4000 Miles, Performance (Obie Awards) for 4000 Miles, Performance (Obie Awards) for 4000 Miles, Best Featured Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Grey Gardens, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Grey Gardens, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Grey Gardens , Outstanding Featured Actress (The Lortels) for Grey Gardens, Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Beard of Avon, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Cabaret and Performance (Obie Awards) for Full Gallop.
What awards has Mary Louise Wilson won?
Mary Louise Wilson has won several prestigious awards throughout her career, including the Legend of Off Broadway Award. She received the Obie Award for Performance for her roles in 4000 Miles and Full Gallop. Additionally, she won Best Featured Actress in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Grey Gardens. Wilson earned the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical for Grey Gardens. She was also honored with the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play for The Beard of Avon.
How many shows has Mary Louise Wilson written?
Mary Louise Wilson has written 1 shows including Full Gallop (Playwright).
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