Natalia Makarova
Natalia Makarova is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include On Your Toes. Awards include Olivier Awards for On Your Toes (1984).
Date of Birth: November 21, 1940 (85)
Birth Place: Leningrad, USSR
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1983
Princess Zenobia (Ballet), Strip Tease Girl (Ballet), Princess Zenobia, Strip Tease Girl, Vera Barnova
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TV Shows
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Nikiya, Giselle, Odette
Nikiya, Giselle, Odette
Awards and Nominations
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Olivier Awards - 1984 - Actress of the Year in a Musical
Natalia Makarova, On Your Toes
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Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical
Natalia Makarova, On Your Toes
Olivier Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year in a New Dance Production
Natalia Makarova, The Royal Opera's The Nightingale
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Best Debut Performance
Natalia Makarova, On Your Toes
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Theatre World Awards - 1983 - Performance
Natalia Makarova, Special Award
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Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Natalia Makarova, On Your Toes
Videos
VIDEO: American Ballet Theatre Previews Fall Season Featuring World Premieres by Michelle Dorrance and Jessica Lang
by Alan Henry - 2018-08-21 10:51:42
News
BAJADERA is Now Playing at Teatr Wielki
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
The Polish National Ballet will present Bajadera (La Bayadère), the classical ballet set to music by Ludwig Minkus with choreography based on Marius Petipa and Natalia Makarova’s reconstruction.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
The Polish National Ballet will present Bajadera (La Bayadère), the classical ballet set to music by Ludwig Minkus with choreography based on Marius Petipa and Natalia Makarova’s reconstruction.
The Den Norske Opera & Ballet Will Perform LA BAYADERE This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
The Den Norske Opera & Ballet will present the classical ballet La Bayadère this spring at the Oslo Opera House. The production will run April 17 through May 14, 2026,.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026
The Den Norske Opera & Ballet will present the classical ballet La Bayadère this spring at the Oslo Opera House. The production will run April 17 through May 14, 2026,.
Broadway Performer Sondra Lee Passes Away at Age 97
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Broadway performer Sondra Lee died of natural causes in her New York City apartment at age 97. Throughout her nine-decade career, Lee won awards as a dancer, actor, teacher, author, stage director, playwright, theatre and film consultant and painter.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2026
Broadway performer Sondra Lee died of natural causes in her New York City apartment at age 97. Throughout her nine-decade career, Lee won awards as a dancer, actor, teacher, author, stage director, playwright, theatre and film consultant and painter.
American Ballet Theatre Unveils 2025 Fall Season and 2026 Spring Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will present two seasons at the David H. Koch Theater for 2025-2026. See the programming and learn how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2025
American Ballet Theatre will present two seasons at the David H. Koch Theater for 2025-2026. See the programming and learn how to purchase tickets here!
American Ballet Theatre to Host 2024 Fall Gala in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024
American Ballet Theatre will host its 2024 Fall Gala at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on Wednesday, October 23. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024
American Ballet Theatre will host its 2024 Fall Gala at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on Wednesday, October 23. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Casts Set for American Ballet Theatre's 2024 Fall Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024
Casting for American Ballet Theatre’s 2024 Fall season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 16–November 3 has been revealed. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024
Casting for American Ballet Theatre’s 2024 Fall season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 16–November 3 has been revealed. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets.
American Ballet Theatre Unveils 2024 Fall Season Featuring a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
American Ballet Theatre has revealed its 2024 Fall Season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 16 to November 3, featuring a diverse repertoire of classic and contemporary works. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
American Ballet Theatre has revealed its 2024 Fall Season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 16 to November 3, featuring a diverse repertoire of classic and contemporary works. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
New York City Ballet 2024 Spring Season To Include Works From Balanchine And More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024
New York City Ballet's 75th anniversary celebration will continue with the 2024 Spring Season which will open on Tuesday, April 23 and conclude with a week-long run, May 28 through June 2, of Balanchine's full-length production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024
New York City Ballet's 75th anniversary celebration will continue with the 2024 Spring Season which will open on Tuesday, April 23 and conclude with a week-long run, May 28 through June 2, of Balanchine's full-length production of A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Terrence Mann & More to Join New York City Ballet's 75th Anniversary Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023
New York City Ballet has revealed number of guest artists who will perform with the Company during its ongoing 75th Anniversary Season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2023
New York City Ballet has revealed number of guest artists who will perform with the Company during its ongoing 75th Anniversary Season.
Off Broadway Cast Recording Of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER To Be Released On JAY Records
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2023
Raise Your Hands! The Off Broadway cast recording of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon. will be released on JAY Records. Produced by John Yap, the recording will feature the original cast of the Off Broadway production who gathered this week at Manhattan Studios to lay down the tracks.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2023
Raise Your Hands! The Off Broadway cast recording of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon. will be released on JAY Records. Produced by John Yap, the recording will feature the original cast of the Off Broadway production who gathered this week at Manhattan Studios to lay down the tracks.
Lincoln Center Presents 3rd Annual BAAND Together Dance Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2023
Five of NYC's most iconic dance companies-Ballet Hispánico, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Dance Theatre of Harlem-return for the third annual BAAND Together Dance Festival, sharing the spotlight and an outdoor stage as a part of Lincoln Center's second annual Summer for the City.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2023
Five of NYC's most iconic dance companies-Ballet Hispánico, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Dance Theatre of Harlem-return for the third annual BAAND Together Dance Festival, sharing the spotlight and an outdoor stage as a part of Lincoln Center's second annual Summer for the City.
LA BAYADERE Comes to Norwegian National Ballet Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
Ever since its first premiere in St. Petersburg in 1877, this ballet about the temple dancer (bayadère) Nikiya has captivated audiences. So did the Norwegian National Ballet in 2019, when the press described their version of La Bayadère as “a masterpiece” – and “hypnotic in its precision”.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022
Ever since its first premiere in St. Petersburg in 1877, this ballet about the temple dancer (bayadère) Nikiya has captivated audiences. So did the Norwegian National Ballet in 2019, when the press described their version of La Bayadère as “a masterpiece” – and “hypnotic in its precision”.
BWW Interview: Tiler Peck On Returning To New York City Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER
by BWW Special - Dec 15, 2021
Tiler Peck has been a principal dancer with New York City Ballet (NYCB) since 2009. You might have seen her on Broadway in On The Town as Ivy Smith or in The Music Man as Gracie Shinn. She starred as Marie in the World Premiere Kennedy Center production of Little Dancer. It was that performance that made me and a lot of others in this area take notice of Ms. Peck not only as a dancer, but as a strong actress and singer.
by BWW Special - Dec 15, 2021
Tiler Peck has been a principal dancer with New York City Ballet (NYCB) since 2009. You might have seen her on Broadway in On The Town as Ivy Smith or in The Music Man as Gracie Shinn. She starred as Marie in the World Premiere Kennedy Center production of Little Dancer. It was that performance that made me and a lot of others in this area take notice of Ms. Peck not only as a dancer, but as a strong actress and singer.
Hope Muir Appointed Artistic Director Of The National Ballet Of Canada
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2021
The Board of Directors of The National Ballet of Canada today announced that following a two-year international search, Hope Muir has been appointed Artistic Director of the company effective January 1, 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2021
The Board of Directors of The National Ballet of Canada today announced that following a two-year international search, Hope Muir has been appointed Artistic Director of the company effective January 1, 2022.
The National Ballet of China Holds 11th Ballet Workshop Evening in Beijing
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2021
The National Ballet of China recently held its 11th Ballet Workshop Evening at the Tianqiao Theater in Beijing.
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2021
The National Ballet of China recently held its 11th Ballet Workshop Evening at the Tianqiao Theater in Beijing.
BWW Interview: Theatre Life with Richard W. Kidwell
by Elliot Lanes - Feb 8, 2021
Today’s subject Richard W. Kidwell has been living his theatre life in DC theatre professionally since1966. He has been the Theatre Manager at the Opera House at Kennedy Center since it’s very first performance back in 1971 which makes him one of if not the longest running employees working in the DC theatre scene.
by Elliot Lanes - Feb 8, 2021
Today’s subject Richard W. Kidwell has been living his theatre life in DC theatre professionally since1966. He has been the Theatre Manager at the Opera House at Kennedy Center since it’s very first performance back in 1971 which makes him one of if not the longest running employees working in the DC theatre scene.
Boston Ballet Presents BB@yourhome: Look Back, Focus Forward
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2021
Boston Ballet presents BB@yourhome: Look Back, Focus Forward, an approximately one-hour long virtual program featuring historic Boston Ballet moments and artistic achievements, including the intimate ballets from Leonid Yakobson, international tours, and a preview of Ken Ossola's new work.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2021
Boston Ballet presents BB@yourhome: Look Back, Focus Forward, an approximately one-hour long virtual program featuring historic Boston Ballet moments and artistic achievements, including the intimate ballets from Leonid Yakobson, international tours, and a preview of Ken Ossola's new work.
Marblehead School Of Ballet To Hold Community Appreciation Week and Winter Coat Drive
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2020
The Marblehead School of Ballet (MSB) celebrates its annual Community Appreciation Week with special activities from Sunday, December 13 through Saturday, December 19.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2020
The Marblehead School of Ballet (MSB) celebrates its annual Community Appreciation Week with special activities from Sunday, December 13 through Saturday, December 19.
Lincoln Center at Home Presents New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre & More for Dance Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2020
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts announced a week devoted to dance from Saturday, May 30 to Thursday, June 4, 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2020
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts announced a week devoted to dance from Saturday, May 30 to Thursday, June 4, 2020.
Lincoln Center at Home Announces Upcoming Calendar of Events Featuring ACT ONE Starring Santino Fontana & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2020
Lincoln Center at Home is maintaining connections to the arts during the COVID-19 pandemic. A free, one-stop portal to all digital offerings from across the iconic campus, offerings include Lincoln Center Pop-Up Classroom, #ConcertsForKids, and an array of archival and livestream performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2020
Lincoln Center at Home is maintaining connections to the arts during the COVID-19 pandemic. A free, one-stop portal to all digital offerings from across the iconic campus, offerings include Lincoln Center Pop-Up Classroom, #ConcertsForKids, and an array of archival and livestream performances.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Natalia Makarova been in?
Natalia Makarova has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Natalia Makarova been in?
Natalia Makarova has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Natalia Makarova been nominated for?
Actress of the Year in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for On Your Toes, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for On Your Toes, Outstanding Individual Performance of the Year in a New Dance Production (Olivier Awards) for The Royal Opera's The Nightingale, Best Debut Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for On Your Toes, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Special Award and Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for On Your Toes.
What awards has Natalia Makarova won?
Natalia Makarova has received numerous accolades throughout her career. She won Actress of the Year in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for On Your Toes. She also earned Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for the same production. Additionally, she received the Best Debut Performance award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for On Your Toes. She was also honored with a Special Award Performance at the Theatre World Awards.
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