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Shirley Booth STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1970
Judith Bliss

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1970
Performer

[Broadway]
1960
Fanny

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1959
Juno Boyle

[Broadway]
1957
Mrs. Ackroyd

[Broadway]
1955
Bunny Watson

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1954
Lottie Gibson

[Broadway]
1952
Leona Samish

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1951
Cissy

[Broadway]
1950
Lola

[Broadway]
1949
Abby Quinn

[Broadway]
1948
Grace Woods

[Broadway]
1948
Maggie Welch

[Broadway]
1946
Susan Pengilly

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1945
Louhedda Hopsons

[Broadway]
1943
Leona Richards

[Broadway]
1940
Ruth Sherwood

[Broadway]
1939
Elizabeth Imbrie

[Broadway]
1937
Carrie Nolan

[Broadway]
1937
Mrs. Loschavio

[Broadway]
1935
Mabel

[Broadway]
1934
Performer

[Broadway]
1933
Elisa Zanotti

[Broadway]
1931
Annie Duval

[Broadway]
1931
Bobby Marchante

[Broadway]
1931
Marg

[Broadway]
1928
Emily Rosen

[Broadway]
1927
Mary Marshall

[Broadway]
1926
Betty Hamilton

[Broadway]
1925
Peggy Bryant

[Broadway]
1925
Nan Winchester


Shirley Booth Movies

Come Back, Little Sheba
[ 1952 ] Lola Delaney
Main Street to Broadway
[ 1953 ] Shirley Booth
About Mrs. Leslie
[ 1954 ] Mrs. Vivien Leslie
Hot Spell
[ 1958 ] Alma Duval
The Matchmaker
[ 1958 ] DollyGallagherLevi

Shirley Booth Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama League Awards - 1953 - Distinguished Performance Award

Shirley Booth


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Tony Awards - 1953 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Shirley Booth, Time of the Cuckoo


winner
Tony Awards - 1950 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play

Shirley Booth, Come Back, Little Sheba


winner
Tony Awards - 1949 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play

Shirley Booth, Goodbye, My Fancy

Shirley Booth Videos

Shirley Booth News


Photos: First Look At COME BACK, LITTLE SHEBA At Haines City Theatre


Haines City Theatre is presenting the William Inge play that inspired the 1952 film of the same name that starred Burt Lancaster and Shirley Booth in her screen debut: Come Back, Little Sheba. Get a first look at photos!

Haines City Theatre to Present COME BACK, LITTLE SHEBA


Haines City Theatre will present the William Inge play that inspired the 1952 film of the same name that starred Burt Lancaster and Shirley Booth in her screen debut: Come Back, Little Sheba.

Interview: Michael Corbett's REMEMBERING THE FUTURE & All His Many Blessings


Playwright Peter Lefcourt’s Remembering the Future world premieres at the Odyssey Theatre July 16, 2022. Terri Hanauer directs the cast of Michael Corbett, Fatima El-Bashir, David Jahn, Andrew Neaves and Tarina Pouncy. I had a very enjoyable phoner with the multi-tasking, ever busy Michael.

Transport Group's THE PATSY Will Open in March


Transport Group has announced that the revival of its acclaimed 2011 production of The Patsy, written by Barry Conners, performed by David Greenspan, and directed by Jack Cummings III, will begin performances Wednesday, March 30 at Abrons Arts Center, 466 Grand Street. 

THE REHEARSAL CLUB Secures A Home At The Webster Apartments For Young Women In The Performing Arts


The Rehearsal Club, the legendary boarding house for young actresses that inspired Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman's play Stage Door, is getting a revival, not a stage production, but a new sanctuary for young women aspiring to careers in the performing arts in New York City.

Audra McDonald Talks Broadway's Return, Diversity and Inclusion in the Industry, and More


Audra McDonald appeared as part of a keynote for Series Mania, where she talked Broadway's return, diversity in the industry, 'The Good Fight', and much more!

Westport Country Playhouse Marks 90th Anniversary On June 29


Ninety years ago on June 29, 1931, Westport Country Playhouse opened its doors to its very first stage production. This year, on the exact same day, the Playhouse will mark its 90th anniversary with the opening of the virtual production, “Tiny House,” written by Michael Gotch, and directed by Mark Lamos, Playhouse artistic director. The regional premiere of the timely comedy about escaping urban life in an isolated mountain paradise will stream on demand from Tuesday, June 29 through Sunday, July 18.

VIDEO: Audra McDonald Reflects on a Year Without Broadway on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS


Audra McDonald discusses a year without Broadway, gushes about the star-studded cast of The Good Fight and shares her experience meeting Aretha Franklin.

Celebrating Women's History Month: Women in Theatre Through the Decades: 1940s-1950s


Through our Women in Theatre Through the Decades features, we will be highlighting the vital role that women have played in theatre history, showcasing those who paved the way and who continue to make history today. 

Audra McDonald & Steven Pasquale Will Lead Drama Series THE SECOND WAVE


Audra McDonald and Steven Pasquale will star in the upcoming six-episode series 'The Second Wave' at Spectrum Originals.

BWW Interview: Christine Andreas and Bill Toone of the ECOLIFE Conservation VIRTUAL CRUISE GALA


Bill Toone's trying to save the planet, and he's doing it with love and joy, which is what Christine Andreas brings to her own work as an artist -- so why shouldn't they work together toward common goals?

VIDEO: LIVE WITH CARNEGIE HALL Presents Audra McDonald


Carnegie Hall is live with Audra McDonald! 

Broadway Books: 10 MORE Biographies to Read While Staying Inside!


Looking for something new to read while stuck inside, but still need your Broadway fix? We've rounded up 10 MORE of our favorite theatrical biographies to fill the void!

VIDEO: Audra McDonald Performs 'Somewhere' And 'Some Other Time' to Honor Michael Tilson Thomas


Last night, CBS aired the 42nd Annual Kennedy Center Honors, which paid tribute to conductor and composer Michael Tilson Thomas, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sally Field, Sesame Street, and Linda Ronstadt.

Audra McDonald and Geena Davis Will Receive Honors from the Artios Awards


Variety reports that Audra McDonald and Geena Davis will be honored at this year's Artios Awards by the Casting Society of America.

Rainbow Sun Productions Presents WE ARE SANTA'S ELVES


TRIAD THEATER presents RAINBOW SUN PRODUCTIONS in We Are Santa's Elves: The Songs of Rankin/Bass on Tuesday, December 24,2019 and Wednesday, December 25, 2019. Celebrate the season with Rainbow Sun Productions as they take you on a musical journey through the stories of Rankin/Bass!

Audra McDonald to Headline Benefit for The Foundation at Saint Joseph's Arts Society


Design impresario Ken Fulk and theatre producer Mark Cortale have announced that they will present Heavenly Bodies, a special event benefiting The Foundation at Saint Joseph's Arts Society in San Francisco, starring historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald on Friday, November 1 at 7:30 PM.

Audra McDonald to Appear in Concert with Seth Rudetsky One Night Only


Historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald reunites with Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky direct from their critically acclaimed performances at Town Hall in New York City this past November and the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco this past January. Produced by Mark Cortale, the unique format of this show that differentiates it from any other is a seamless mix of intimate behind-the-scenes stories prompted by Rudetsky's insightful, funny and revealing questions - and the music from McDonald's legendary career.

Audra McDonald Joins Seth Rudetsky's Concert Lineup on the Cape


Producer Mark Cortale has announced that historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald will return to Cape Cod with Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host

Did You Know... Our Favorite Fun Facts About the 2019 Tony Nominees!


Over the course of each Broadway season, unexpected and unique storylines inevitably pop up. This morning, with the announcement of the 2019 Tony Award nominations, a number of new narratives have come to life.

Shirley Booth FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Shirley Booth been in?

Shirley Booth has appeared on Broadway in 31 shows.

How many West End shows has Shirley Booth been in?

Shirley Booth has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Shirley Booth been nominated for?

Shirley Booth has been nominated for the following awards: Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards), Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Time of the Cuckoo", Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Come Back, Little Sheba", and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Goodbye, My Fancy".

What awards has Shirley Booth won?

Shirley Booth has won several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards. She also won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Tony Award for "Time of the Cuckoo" and "Come Back, Little Sheba," as well as the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Tony Award for "Goodbye, My Fancy."

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