Vinnette Carroll
Vinnette Carroll is an actor, bookwriter, conceiver whose BroadwayWorld credits include Your Arms Too Short to Box With God, Jolly's Progress, and The Crucible. Awards include Obie Awards for Moon on a Rainbow Shawl (1962).
Date of Birth: March 11, 1922
Date of Death: November 05, 2002 (80)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Book of a Musical
Vinnette Carroll, Box With God
Tony Awards - 1977 - Best Direction of a Musical
Vinnette Carroll, Your Arm's too Short to Box With God
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Direction of a Musical
Vinnette Carroll, Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope
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Obie Awards - 1962 - Performance
Vinnette Carroll, Moon on a Rainbow Shawl
Videos
Video: Michael McElroy Tours SYNCOPATED STAGES at the Library for the Performing Arts
by Joey Mervis - 2025-11-29 16:00:20
VIDEO: Watch Jennifer Holliday Perform Tribute to Late Congressman John Lewis
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-07-30 14:23:16
TV: Watch Highlights from Savion Glover-Helmed DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE at Encores! Off-Center
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-07-25 16:32:14
TV: Savion Glover & Company Get Ready to Close Out Encores! Off-Center Season with DON'T BOTHER ME, I CAN'T COPE
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-07-17 15:39:44
UPDATE: DREAMGIRLS, COLOR PURPLE Star Jennifer Holliday Not Confirmed for Trump Inauguration Concert
by BWW News Desk - 2017-01-13 12:21:42
VIDEO: First Look at Jennifer Holliday in Broadway's THE COLOR PURPLE
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-10-31 17:04:46
TV: You're Gonna Love Her- Jennifer Holliday Steps Into Shug's Shoes in THE COLOR PURPLE
by Nicole Rosky - 2016-10-07 17:48:40
News
The York Theatre Names Marchánt Davis 2026 Micki Grant Artist-in-Residence
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
The York Theatre has revealed the 2026 Micki Grant Artist-in-Residence, Marchánt Davis, a Brooklyn-based actor, writer, director, producer, and author.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
The York Theatre has revealed the 2026 Micki Grant Artist-in-Residence, Marchánt Davis, a Brooklyn-based actor, writer, director, producer, and author.
Carbonell Awards Names OUR FUND FOUNDATION as Winner of This Year's Vinnette Carroll Award
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
The Carbonell Awards will honor OUR FUND FOUNDATION with the Vinnette Carroll Award for advancing diversity, equality and inclusion in South Florida theatre at its upcoming ceremony in Boca Raton.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026
The Carbonell Awards will honor OUR FUND FOUNDATION with the Vinnette Carroll Award for advancing diversity, equality and inclusion in South Florida theatre at its upcoming ceremony in Boca Raton.
Brevo Theatre to Receive Carbonell Awards' Jan McArt Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2026
The Carbonell Awards named Brevo Theatre the recipient of the Jan McArt Award for Outstanding Achievement by a Small Theatre, the third of nine Special Awards announced this season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2026
The Carbonell Awards named Brevo Theatre the recipient of the Jan McArt Award for Outstanding Achievement by a Small Theatre, the third of nine Special Awards announced this season.
Carbonell Awards to Honor Director Ali Tallman with Inaugural Christine Dolen Award
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026
The Carbonell Awards announced director Ali Tallman as the first recipient of the Christine Dolen Award for Outstanding Debut, recognizing her work on THE 39 STEPS at New City Players.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 21, 2026
The Carbonell Awards announced director Ali Tallman as the first recipient of the Christine Dolen Award for Outstanding Debut, recognizing her work on THE 39 STEPS at New City Players.
York Theatre to Open Applications for 2026 Micki Grant Artist-in-Residence Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
The York Theatre will opened applications for the 2026 Micki Grant Artist-in-Residence Program, aimed at emerging directors in musical theatre from historically underrepresented communities.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026
The York Theatre will opened applications for the 2026 Micki Grant Artist-in-Residence Program, aimed at emerging directors in musical theatre from historically underrepresented communities.
The Carbonell Awards Seeks Nominations For Eight Special Awards To Be Presented This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026
The Carbonell Awards announced it is seeking nominations for up to eight Special Awards to be presented at its 49th annual ceremony in Boca Raton, with a submission deadline in early July.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2026
The Carbonell Awards announced it is seeking nominations for up to eight Special Awards to be presented at its 49th annual ceremony in Boca Raton, with a submission deadline in early July.
The Carbonell Awards is Seeking Nominations for Eight Special Awards to be Presented this November
by Team BWW - Jun 9, 2026
Gary Schweikhart, president of the Carbonell Awards, announced that “South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors” is seeking nominations for up to eight additional Special Awards that will be presented at the 49th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m. at FAU’s University Theatre in Boca Raton.
by Team BWW - Jun 9, 2026
Gary Schweikhart, president of the Carbonell Awards, announced that “South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors” is seeking nominations for up to eight additional Special Awards that will be presented at the 49th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony on Monday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m. at FAU’s University Theatre in Boca Raton.
GableStage, Slow Burn Theatre Company and More Win '24-25 Carbonell Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
The Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has revealed the winners in 20 competitive categories for the 2024-2025 theater season. Nearly 550 performers, producers, directors, designers, publicists, and theater fans attended.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
The Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has revealed the winners in 20 competitive categories for the 2024-2025 theater season. Nearly 550 performers, producers, directors, designers, publicists, and theater fans attended.
Video: Michael McElroy Tours SYNCOPATED STAGES at the Library for the Performing Arts
by Joey Mervis - Nov 29, 2025
Now on display at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is an exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater- Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way. Watch in this video as Curatorial Advisory Michael McElroy gives us a tour and some insight into how the exhibition came to be!
by Joey Mervis - Nov 29, 2025
Now on display at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is an exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater- Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way. Watch in this video as Curatorial Advisory Michael McElroy gives us a tour and some insight into how the exhibition came to be!
Bartlett Sher to Receive 2026 SDC Foundation 'Mr. Abbott' Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Bartlett Sher will be honored with Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation's “Mr. Abbott” Award, given to a director or choreographer in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Broadway.
Carbonell Awards Announces Finalists for 2024-2025 Theater Season
by Team BWW - Sep 18, 2025
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, announced the top finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2024-2025 theater season.
by Team BWW - Sep 18, 2025
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, announced the top finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2024-2025 theater season.
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Will Explore Black Theater History in New Exhibition
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, located at Lincoln Center, has just announced a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. The exhibition, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way celebrates the rich history and enduring impact of Black artists in musical theater through hundreds of items from the Library’s Billy Rose Theatre Division archives.
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 8, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, located at Lincoln Center, has just announced a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. The exhibition, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way celebrates the rich history and enduring impact of Black artists in musical theater through hundreds of items from the Library’s Billy Rose Theatre Division archives.
Costumes From THE WIZ and More to be Featured in NYPL History of Black Musical Theater Exhibition
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will present a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. Learn more about the exhibition here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2025
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will present a new exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater. Learn more about the exhibition here!
Carbonell Awards Names Miami New Drama's Michel Hausmann As Winner Of Vinnette Carroll Award 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2025
The Carbonell Awards has revealed the recipients of the second of seven prestigious Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2025
The Carbonell Awards has revealed the recipients of the second of seven prestigious Special Awards that will be presented at the Carbonell Awards Ceremony. Learn more!
Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Releases 65 FOR THE 65TH in Honor of Union’s Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025
The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.
Carbonell Awards Now Seeking Nominations For Special Awards 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Carbonell Awards, Inc., South Florida's most distinguished Theater & Arts Honors, is seeking nominations for up to seven Special Awards that will be presented at the 48th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Carbonell Awards, Inc., South Florida's most distinguished Theater & Arts Honors, is seeking nominations for up to seven Special Awards that will be presented at the 48th annual Carbonell Awards Ceremony.
Slow Burn Theatre Company and More Take Home Carbonell Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
The Carbonell Awards have announced the winners in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. Check out the full list of winners here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2024
The Carbonell Awards have announced the winners in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. Check out the full list of winners here!
10 of Broadway's Female Firsts You Might Not Know About
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 17, 2024
In this column, I wanted to give readers 10 fun facts on firsts achieved by women on Broadway. Female writers are much more than just statistics, and women deserve recognition for more than just breaking a barrier to an accomplishment.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 17, 2024
In this column, I wanted to give readers 10 fun facts on firsts achieved by women on Broadway. Female writers are much more than just statistics, and women deserve recognition for more than just breaking a barrier to an accomplishment.
Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Carbonell Awards Announce 120 Finalists for 2023-2024 Theater Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2024
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the top six finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. A total of 89 professional productions at 29 theatres were evaluated by a diverse group of more than 40 judges representing all three participating counties (Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach).
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 16, 2024
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theater & Arts Honors, has announced the top six finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2023-2024 theater season. A total of 89 professional productions at 29 theatres were evaluated by a diverse group of more than 40 judges representing all three participating counties (Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Vinnette Carroll been in?
Vinnette Carroll has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Vinnette Carroll been in?
Vinnette Carroll has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Vinnette Carroll been nominated for?
Vinnette Carroll has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She received nominations for Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for her work on "Box With God," as well as for Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for "Your Arm's too Short to Box With God" and "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope." Additionally, she was nominated for Performance (Obie Awards) for her role in "Moon on a Rainbow Shawl."
What awards has Vinnette Carroll won?
Vinnette Carroll has won the Best Direction of a Musical Tony Award for "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope" and the Performance Obie Award for "Moon on a Rainbow Shawl".
How many shows has Vinnette Carroll written?
Vinnette Carroll has written 7 shows including The Ups and Downs of Theophilus Maitland (Bookwriter), But Never Jam Today (Bookwriter), Trumpets of the Lord (Adaptation), Trumpets of the Lord (Bookwriter), Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope (Bookwriter), Your Arms Too Short to Box With God (Conceiver), Alice (Bookwriter).
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