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Kate Burton

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Kate Burton BIO

Broadway: Present Laughter (George C. Scott), Alice in Wonderland, Doonesbury, Wild Honey, Jake's Women, Some Americans Abroad, Company, An American Daughter, The Beauty Queen of Leenane, Spring Awakening, Tony Nominations for Hedda Gabler, The Elephant Man (Billy Crudup) and The Constant Wife. Off Broadway: Cymbeline and The Dead 1904. Some TV/Film: "Scandal," "Veep," "Grimm," "Grey's Anatomy," "Rescue Me," "Empire Falls" and Big Trouble in Little China, The Ice Storm, Unfaithful, 2 Days in NY, Liberal Arts, 127 Hours. Graduate: Brown and Yale. Daughter: Sybil and Richard. Mother: Charlotte and Morgan. Wife: Michael Ritchie. Present Laughter PSM 1982. For Jean Guest.

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Kate Burton STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Grandma

[New York]
2019 Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2019
Volumnia

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Liz Essendine

[Off-Broadway]
Irish Repertory 2016 Off-Broadway Revival, 2016
Gretta Conroy

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2015
Belarius

Queen

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2008
Karen Richards

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2006
The Adult Women [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Helen

[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2005
Kate

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2005
Constance Middleton

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Anna

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Mrs. Kendal

Pinhead

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2001
Hedda Tesman

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Daisy Connolly

[Off-Broadway]
1999
Agnes/Hildegarde

[Broadway]
1998
Maureen Folan [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Lyssa Dent Hughes [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1995
Sarah

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Lauren/Grace/Annie

[Broadway]
1992
Julie

[Broadway]
1990
Betty McNeil

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Betty McNeil

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Isabella

[Broadway]
1986
Sasha

[Off-Broadway]
1985
Margaret Flaherty

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1983
J.J.

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1982
Alice

[Broadway]
1982
Daphne Stillington

[New York]
New York Concert, 2005
Performer


Kate Burton Movies

Big Trouble in Little China
[ 1986 ] Margo
Uncle Tom's Cabin
[ 1987 ] Ophelia
Love Matters
[ 1993 ] Deborah / Geoffrey's wife
Life with Mikey
[ 1993 ] Mrs. Burns
Mistrial
[ 1996 ] Katherine Donohue
August
[ 1996 ] Helen Blathwaite
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Woman in Bed
The Ice Storm
[ 1997 ] Dorothy Franklin
Ellen Foster
[ 1997 ] Abigail Montford
Celebrity
[ 1998 ] Robin's Friend Cheryl
The Opportunists
[ 1999 ] Rest Home Sister
Swimfan
[ 2002 ] Carla Cronin
Unfaithful
[ 2002 ] Tracy
Obsessed
[ 2002 ] Sara Miller
The Diary of Ellen Rimbauer
[ 2003 ] Connie Posey
Stay
[ 2005 ] Mrs. Letham
Sherrybaby
[ 2006 ] Marcia Swanson
Supreme Courtships
[ 2007 ]
Lovely by Surprise
[ 2007 ] Helen
Max Payne
[ 2008 ] Nicole Horne
Quid Pro Quo
[ 2008 ] Merilee
What Just Happened
[ 2008 ] Doctor Randall
Spooner
[ 2009 ] Alice Spooner
Washingtonienne
[ 2009 ] Joy
127 Hours
[ 2010 ] Aron's Mom
Remember Me
[ 2010 ] Janine
Consent
[ 2010 ] Susan
Injustice
[ 2011 ] Senator O'Reilly
Mariachi Gringo
[ 2012 ] Anne
Liberal Arts
[ 2012 ] Susan
2 Days in New York
[ 2012 ] Bella
Don't Look Back
[ 2014 ] Dr. Jeanette Barnes
Barefoot
[ 2014 ] Mrs. Wheeler
Martyrs
[ 2015 ] Eleanor
Bound by Blood
[ 2015 ] Martha
Amok
[ 2015 ] Dr. Wilson
First Light
[ 2018 ] Kate
Where'd You Go, Bernadette
[ 2019 ] Ellen Idelson
Before/During/After
[ 2020 ] Therapist #1

Kate Burton TV Shows

Ellis Island
Vanessa Ogden
Evergreen
Agatha Bradford
American Playhouse
Agnes Bolton O'Neill
Spenser: For Hire
[ 1987-1988 ] Randy Lofficier
Home Fires
Anne Kramer
Brooklyn Bridge
Susan Lowenberg Jones
Monty
Fran Richardson
All My Children
Dr. Renee Peters
100 Centre Street
Sheila Byrne
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
Stephanie Uffland
The West Wing
Sarah Brainerd
The Practice
[ 1997-2004 ] A.D.A. Susan Alexander
Numb3rs
Anthropologist
Empire Falls
Cindy Whiting
Judging Amy
Dr. Sheri Jordan
Justice
Sarah Miller
Rescue Me
[ 2005-2006 ] Rose
Medium
Bonnie Barrister
Law & Order
[ 1992-2009 ] Erica Gardner, Sister Bettina
Eleventh Hour
Gepetto, Miranda Cochran
The Deep End
Grace Graham
The Closer
Kate Wycoff
Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior
Deirdre Norris
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Annette Cole
The Good Wife
[ 2009-2012 ] Victoria Adler
Made in Jersey
Lorraine Beckett
Revolution
Dr. Jane Warren
Rake
Holly Phillips
Full Circle
Vera Quinn
Extant
Fiona Stanton
Key and Peele
Hillary Clinton
Elementary
Maureen Dannon
Veep
[ 2012-2017 ] Barbara Hallowes
Grimm
[ 2011-2017 ] Marie Kessler
Grey's Anatomy: Post-Op
Dr. Ellis Grey
Mr. Mercedes
Mrs. MacDonald
Madam Secretary
[ 2016-2018 ] Maureen McCord
Modern Family
Iris
This Is Us
Barbara
The Gifted
Dr. Madeline Risman
Scandal
[ 2012-2018 ] Sally Langston
NCIS: New Orleans
Angela Prescott
Perfect Harmony
Julie
13 Reasons Why
Doctor
Homeland
Doris Warner
Supergirl
[ 2019-2021 ] Isabel Nal
Charmed
[ 2020-2021 ] Celeste
The Mosquito Coast
Margot's Mom
Prodigal Son
Sarah Windsor
Grey's Anatomy
[ 2007-2022 ] Dr. Ellis Grey
Grey's Anatomy
[ 2005-2022 ] Dr. Ellis Grey
The Dropout
Rochelle Gibbons
The First Lady
Hillary Clinton
Bull
Aurora Clifton
Bosch: Legacy
Ida Porter
Inventing Anna
Nora Radford

Kate Burton Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award

Kate Burton, Present Laughter

Tony Awards - 2006 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Kate Burton, The Constant Wife

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actress in a Play

Kate Burton, Hedda Gabler

Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Kate Burton, The Elephant Man

Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Kate Burton, Hedda Gabler

Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Play

Kate Burton, Some Americans Abroad

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Kate Burton News


Red Bull Theater to Honor Alfred Molina And K. Ann McDonald at Gala Benefit


Alfred Molina and K. Ann McDonald will be honored at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more about the benefit and see how to purchase tickets.

How Often are People Tony-Nominated for Different Shows in the Same Season?


This time, the reader question was: How often are people Tony Award-nominated for different shows in the same season?

Scripps College to Present A SIMPLE HERSTORY Podcast, Revolving Around Victoria Woodhull


On March 21st, Scripps College will present A Simple Herstory, a groundbreaking, award-winning, deviant, multi-platform audio fiction exploration of the 100+ women who have run for President of the United States.

ANN TALMAN: ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE to Play Brunch Performance at Laura Beechman Theatre


Light the candles! Get the ice out! The Laurie Beechman Theatre will present a special brunch matinee performance on Sunday, February 25 at 2pm of Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile. 

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Connecticut Awards; Voting Ends 12/31


It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut 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!

A CHRISTMAS CAROL With Guy Masterson Opens Tonight at SoHo Playhouse


The New York premiere of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, performed by Olivier Award winner Guy Masterson (Broadway's The Shark is Broken), and adapted and directed by Nick Hennegan, opens tonight at SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam St.) and runs through December 30.

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Connecticut Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, & More Lead!


There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Laura Benanti, Charlie Day, Kathryn Hahn & More to Join 2024 Williamstown Theatre Festival Gala


Get all the details on the star-studded 2024 WTF Gala, featuring Laura Benanti, Charlie Day, Kathryn Hahn, and more. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event showcasing an incredible lineup of talent.

BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, & More Lead!


It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Red Bull Theater 20th Anniversary To Feature Audra McDonald, Patrick Page, Santino Fontana, Reeve Carney, and More


RED BULL THEATER has announced details of its plans for 2024, celebrating its 20th Anniversary. Highlights include the rolling world premiere of Medea: Re-Versed opening Off-Broadway; a new season of OBIE Award-winning Revelation Readings with an all-star line-up (offered both in-person and online); and an all-new season of the popular Red Bull Theater Podcasts (formerly known as RemarkaBULL Podversations), intimate behind the scenes conversations with great artists.

Matt Bogart, Lauren Zakrin & More to Star in THE LAST DAYS OF CLEOPATRA Industry Presentation


The new musical comedy The Last Days of Cleopatra , penned by acclaimed composer and playwright Charlie Barnett, is set to have an exclusive invite-only industry presentation.

BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards December 5th Standings; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

SoHo Playhouse Announces December Holiday Programming


SoHo Playhouse has announced December holiday programming that includes the New York premiere of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, performed by Olivier Award winner Guy Masterson (Broadway's The Shark is Broken), and adapted and directed by Nick Hennegan, and the return of Edinburgh Fringe Award winner and two-time MAC Award nominee Daniel Cainer's Jewish Chronicles (and other stories-in-song) - Christmas Special, his solo musical storytelling cabaret.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards; Leads Favorite Local Theatre!


The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Connecticut Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Every Broadway Actor in THE GILDED AGE Season Two


The Gilded Age has returned for season two with a fresh lineup of Broadway stars! The first season of Julian Fellowes' series featured over 60 Broadway alums, including Audra McDonald, Nathan Lane, Cynthia Nixon, and more. Check out which faces you recognize from the theatre, including new additions like Laura Benanti and Jeremy Shamos.

Guy Masterson's A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to SoHo Playhouse Next Month


Follow Dickens’s beloved tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge. His heart is blackened with greed, as he withholds his wealth and doesn’t believe in the meaning of Christmas. However, throughout Christmas Eve he’s visited by three ghosts to help teach him the meaning of giving and merriment. However, this story is getting a new twist due to the creative genius of Guy Masterson.

Workshop Presentation For Audio Fiction Series, A SIMPLE HERSTORY To Take Place October 27


The team for the audio fiction series, A Simple Herstory, will be presenting an early preview of work for its second season at The Tank in New York City at 4pm on October 27th.

Ariana DeBose, Cody Renard Richard & More Join Broadway Cares Board of Trustees


Discover the latest news as Ariana DeBose, Cody Renard Richard, and other prominent Broadway stars are appointed to the Broadway Cares Board of Trustees. Learn more about their roles and what this means for the organization's future.

Brooke Adams Joins MADWOMEN OF THE WEST Off-Broadway


A cast change has been announced for the New York premiere of Madwomen of the West, a new comedy by Sandra Tsing Loh. Brooke Adams will join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron, under the direction of Thomas Caruso.

Kate Burton FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Kate Burton been in?

Kate Burton has appeared on Broadway in 16 shows.

How many West End shows has Kate Burton been in?

Kate Burton has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Kate Burton been nominated for?

Kate Burton has been nominated for several prestigious awards throughout her career, including the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Present Laughter," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Constant Wife," Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Hedda Gabler," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "The Elephant Man," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Hedda Gabler," and Outstanding Featured Actress - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Some Americans Abroad."

What is Kate Burton next theatre project?

Kate Burton's next show will be Room which opens on 4/17/2023 on Broadway.

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