"Waiting in the Wings" premiered in the West End at the Duke of York's Theatre on 7 September 1960. It starred Sybil Thorndike, Lewis Casson, Marie Lohr and Graham Payn. "I wrote Waiting in the Wings with loving care, absolute belief in its characters and two of the best scenes I more...
Original Cast
Lotta Bainbridge
Lauren Bacall, renowned for her sultry voice and iconic roles in classic Hollywood films, made a triumphant return to the spotlight with her Tony Award-winning performance as Margo Channing in the 1970 Broadway musical "Applause," based on the film "All About Eve." more...
Topsy Baskerville
Doreen
Amelia Campbell, a Tony-nominated actress, graced the stage in "Waiting in the Wings," adding to her impressive Broadway credits that include "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "Our Country's Good." more...
Deirdre O'Malley
Maudie Melrose
Patricia Conolly, who graced the stage in the Broadway production of *Waiting in the Wings*, has an illustrious career with notable performances in *The Last Romance* at Old Globe, San Diego, and numerous Broadway hits such as *Is He Dead?*, *Enchanted April*, and *The Sound of Music*. more...
(Applause Books)
Rosemary Harris, who earned a Tony nomination for her performance in "Waiting in the Wings" (1999), boasts an illustrious career with numerous accolades across Broadway, London theater, film, and television. more...
Almina Clare
Osgood Meeker
Sylvia Archibald
(the Superintendent)
Dana Ivey, a five-time Tony Award nominee, brought her acclaimed talent to the stage in "Waiting in the Wings," having previously won the 1997 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play for her performances in "Sex and Longing" and "The Last Night of Ballyhoo." more...
Perry Lascoe
Simon Jones, who graced the stage in "Waiting in the Wings," is also celebrated for his roles in Broadway productions such as "The Real Thing" and "Blithe Spirit," and remains best known for his television roles in "Brideshead Revisited" and "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." more...
Deirdre O'Malley (u/s)
Dora
Sarita Myrtle (u/s)
Sylvia Archibald (u/s)
Zelda Fenwick
Crista Moore, known for her remarkable performances on Broadway, was a standout in "Waiting in the Wings." For more about her illustrious career, visit her [official website](http://thecristamoore.com) or follow her updates on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CristaMooreBroadway/). more...
Cora Clarke
Doreen (u/s)
Zelda Fenwick (u/s)
Osgood Meeker (u/s)
Ted
Sarita Myrtle
(Applause Books)
Awards and Nominations
Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
| Year | Ceremony | Category | Nominee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Play | Rosemary Harris |
| 2000 | Outer Critics Circle Awards | Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play | Simon Jones |
| 2000 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play | Helen Stenborg |
| 2000 | Tony Awards | Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play | Rosemary Harris |
Production Team
Ken Billington Lighting Designer
Alvin Colt Costume Designer
Mitch Ely Hair and Wig Designer
Peter Fitzgerald Sound Designer
Ray Klausen Scenic Designer
Michael Langham Director
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