Marylouise Burke
Birth Place: Steelton, Pennsylvania
Photos: THE BALUSTERS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows (Apr 22, 2026)
Review Roundup: THE BALUSTERS Opens On Broadway Starring Anika Noni Rose, Richard Thomas and More (Apr 22, 2026)
2026 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List (Apr 20, 2026)
BIO
Marylouise Burke returns to MTC, reuniting with frequent collaborator David Lindsay-Abaire, a partnership that began in 1999 with her Drama Desk Award-winning performance in Fuddy Meers. Marylouise was most recently seen on Broadway in True West with Ethan Hawke and Paul Dano. Previous Broadway credits include Into the Woods, Is He Dead?, Fish in the Dark. She appeared recently at London’s National Theatre in Annie Baker’s John and Infinite Life. Off-Broadway credits include Infinite Life (Atlantic), Epiphany, Everybody (OCC, Drama League nomination), Ripcord, Fuddy Meers (Drama Desk Award Featured Actress), Kimberly Akimbo (OCC, Drama Desk Nomination, Leading Actress), Savannah Disputation, American Sligo, Imagining the Imaginary Invalid, Love Loss and What I Wore. On television, she recently appeared in “Only Murders in the Building,” and recurred on “The Blacklist,” “New Amsterdam,” “Prodigal Son,” and “Ozark.” Films include I Know This Much Is True, Sideways, A Prairie Home Companion, Series 7, Must Love Dogs, Meet Joe Black, and Sleepwalk with Me. She was awarded the 2014 Obie Award for Sustained Excellence of Performance.
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
Marylouise Burke, Infinite Life
Marylouise Burke, Epiphany
Marylouise Burke, Epiphany
Marylouise Burke, Epiphany
winner
Marylouise Burke, Kimberly Akimbo
Marylouise Burke, Kimberly Akimbo
winner
Marylouise Burke, Fuddy Meers
Videos
Video: Renée Elise Goldsberry Talks Returning to Broadway in THE BALUSTERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-17 17:13:01
TV: Watch Highlights of Ethan Hawke & Paul Dano in TRUE WEST on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-01-29 12:08:54
TV: Go Inside Opening Night of TRUE WEST with Ethan Hawke, Paul Dano & More!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2019-01-26 16:01:00
TV: Ethan Hawke & Paul Dano Gear Up for Broadway Return in TRUE WEST!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-12-05 16:25:12
VIDEO: Watch All New Promo for TRUE WEST, with Ethan Hawke and Paul Dano!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-11-16 11:12:27
TV: Watch Highlights of Holland Taylor & More in MTC's RIPCORD
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-10-20 14:57:37
TV: Get to Know the Company of MTC's RIPCORD- Holland Taylor, Rachel Dratch & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-09-10 10:22:42
TV: FISH IN THE DARK Montage! Jason Alexander Returns to Broadway in Larry David's Comedy Play
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2015-06-16 18:57:46
TV: Leslie Bibb, Christopher Gattelli & More Preview Powerhouse Summer Season!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-06-04 16:50:35
STAGE TUBE: 'Would You Change the Past?' and More Questions Asked of Celebrities at Opening Night of CTG's A PARALLELOGRAM
by Christina Mancuso - 2013-08-01 15:41:43
STAGE TUBE: Jeff Goldblum, Jimmy Smits, James Franco and More at Opening Night of CTG's A PARALLELOGRAM
by Christina Mancuso - 2013-07-26 16:07:04
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with Bruce Norris' A PARALLELOGRAM at CTG - Marin Ireland, Carlo Alban and More!
by Stage Tube - 2013-07-19 18:33:48
STAGE TUBE: Jeremy Jordan Sings 'The Wheel' from TUCK EVERLASTING!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-04-03 12:43:12
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes of Broadway-Bound TUCK EVERLASTING!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-03-05 14:12:20
TV: 2011 Steinberg Playwrights Awards Honors Melissa James Gibson and Lisa D'Amour - Inside the Event!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-11-15 13:02:38
News
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 22, 2026
The world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Kenny Leon, is now open at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
The critics are weighing-in on the world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Read the reviews and learn more about this new comedy now at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre in our review roundup!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 20, 2026
The Drama League has announced the 2026 Drama League Awards Nominees, which include Chess, Heathers, Ragtime, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, Titanique, Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York), and more. Check out the full list here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026
You can now get a first look at production photos for the world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire and directed by Kenny Leon, now in previews at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
by Team BWW - Apr 1, 2026
Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in April 2026.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Performances are now underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Meet the cast of The Balusters here!
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 27, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club will soon present the world premiere of THE BALUSTERS, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee here.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club has released rehearsal photos for The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire. Directed by Kenny Leon, the production will begin previews at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The cast includes Marylouise Burke and Anika Noni Rose.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 24, 2026
Rehearsals are officially underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsals here.
by Luka Vonier - Mar 9, 2026
The Balusters is coming to Broadway! David Lindsay-Abaire’s new play is being presented by Manhattan Theatre Club. Watch in this video as the full company chats more about what audiences can expect.
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 2, 2026
The cast of the upcoming Broadway production of David Lindsay-Abaire’s The Balusters recently met the press. Check out photos and learn more about the production here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026
Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose will replace previously announced Renée Elise Goldsberry in the upcoming Broadway production of David Lindsay-Abaire’s The Balusters.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced complete casting for the world premiere of The Balusters, by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 17, 2025
On The Jennifer Hudson Show, Tony Award winner Renée Elise Goldsberry shared her excitement for returning to Broadway in The Balusters next Spring. Check out the interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 25, 2025
The Cherry Lane Theatre, the Off-Broadway venue now owned by film studio A24, has unveiled more of its opening week programming, including events featuring Spike Lee, Sofia Coppola, Jodie Foster, Michael Shannon, and more.
by - Jul 30, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 30, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced initial casting for the world premiere of The Balusters, by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon.
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Off-Broadway Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024
Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024
The Coal Mine Theatre will present the Canadian premiere of INFINITE LIFE, by Annie Baker, and directed by Jackie Maxwell. Performances run September 6-29, 2024.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Marylouise Burke has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
Marylouise Burke has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Featured Performance in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Infinite Life, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Epiphany, Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Epiphany, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Play (The Lortels) for Epiphany, Outstanding Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Kimberly Akimbo and Outstanding Featured Actress - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Fuddy Meers.
Marylouise Burke has won the following awards: Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Kimberly Akimbo, and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for Fuddy Meers.
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