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Rosetta LeNoire

Date of Death: March 17, 2002 (90)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Rosetta LeNoire STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1983
Rheba

[Broadway]
1975
Della

[Broadway]
1974
Mady

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 1973
Negro Woman

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1973
Woman

[Broadway]
1972
Registered Nurse (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1972
Grace Kumalo

[Broadway]
1968
Meg

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 1966
Queenie

[Broadway]
1966
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1964
Ma Maloney

Ma Maloney (The Alley Gang)

[Broadway]
1964
Mother Henry

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1964
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1963
Essie Belle Johnson

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1963
Mollie

[Off-Broadway]
1961
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1961
Madame Scarlatina (Oldest Trick)

Grandmother (Bible Salesman)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1959
Clara

[Off-Broadway]
1956
Christine

[Broadway]
1956
Matumbi

[Broadway]
City Center Revival, 1955
2nd Sharecropper

Third Sharecropper

[Broadway]
1951
Rose Bolton

[Broadway]
1947
Stella

[Broadway]
1944
Stella

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1939
Peep-Bo

Rosetta LeNoire Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2004]
Founder

Writing

Source Material

Rosetta LeNoire Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1993 - Performance

Rosetta LeNoireSpecial Award


winner
The Lortels - 1991 - Outstanding Lifetime Achievement

Rosetta LeNoire

Rosetta LeNoire News


Joanna Pickering's One-Woman Show LAUGHING IN THE DARK and New Play Secure Development Deal and Stage Run With Broadway Producers


Joanna Pickering's brand-new plays have found development success and plans for staged runs commencing in fall 2024 to 2025.

Liz Callaway, Hugh Panaro & More to Join Amas Musical Theatre Benefit Concert


Amas Musical Theatre has revealed the line-up of talent that will be on hand to celebrate the company's 55th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert. Learn more about the gala and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Go Behind The Scenes Of Guthrie's THE HISTORY PLAYS Set Design


Watch as Scene Shop Supervisor Jesse Delaney as he breaks down the complex build process happening in the scene shop for the History Plays: RICHARD II, HENRY IV and HENRY V at the Guthrie Theatre. 

National Asian American Theatre Co. Announces New National Partners and Upcoming Productions for 2024-'25


NAATCO partners with new organizations to increase Asian American representation in the arts and has announced upcoming Off-Broadway productions.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals For Shakespeare Productions in Rep at the Guthrie Theatre


Enjoy a first look into Shakespeare's History Plays and hear from Artistic Director Joseph Haj on the significance of this epic production and the chance to revisit rotating repertory. RICHARD II, HENRY IV and HENRY V make their historic return to the Guthrie stage for the first time in over 30 years beginning March 23.

Amas Musical Theatre To Honor Patricia Birch And Len Cariou At 55th Annual Benefit Gala Concert


Amas Musical Theatre will celebrate its 55th Anniversary at its annual Gala Benefit Concert on Monday, May 13, 2024 at Baruch Performing Arts Center.

Guthrie Theater To Present Shakespeare's RICHARD II, HENRY IV And HENRY V In Repertory


Guthrie Theater will present a rotating repertory of Shakespeare's History Plays. Dive into the rich tapestry of historical dramas on stage.

Interview: Luke Yankee's Being Me in MARILYN, MOM & ME


Luke Yankee’s Marilyn, Mom & Me world premieres February 16, 2024, at the International City Theatre. Written by Luke, he also directs the cast of Laura Gardner, Alisha Soper, Jacquelin Lorraine Schofield, Brian Rohan and Noah Wagner.

Christine Toy Johnson's Solo Show Will Benefit The Dramatists Guild Foundation And Entertainment Community Fund


Moongate Productions presents a performance of A LITTLE MORE BLUE, written and performed by award-winning writer/actor/advocate for inclusion Christine Toy Johnson on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 3 pm at the Tateuchi Democracy Forum at the Japanese American National Museum.

Nikki Crawford, Claybourne Elder & More to Star in FALLING FOR MAKE BELIEVE Developmental Readings


Amas Musical Theatre and the Amas Musical Theatre Lab, will present developmental lab readings of Falling For Make Believe: The Life and Songs of Lorenz Hart, with music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Lorenz Hart.

World Premiere of MARILYN, MOM & ME to Open International City Theatre 2024 Season


International City Theatre will open its 2024 season with the world premiere of Yankee’s deeply personal comic drama, Marilyn, Mom & Me.

PUBLIC OBSCENITIES to Return to NYC at Theatre for a New Audience This Winter


The acclaimed production of Shayok Misha Chowdhury's 'Public Obscenities' returns to NYC. Learn how to purchase tickets!

New Musical ONWARD & UPWARD Will Receive Developmental Lab Readings This Month


Amas Musical Theatre and the Amas Musical Theatre Lab, will present developmental lab readings of Onward & Upward, a new musical based on the play “Up (The Man in the Flying Chair)”, with music by Charlie Romano, lyrics by Will Wegner, book by Will Wegner and Charlie Romano at Ripley-Grier Studios.

Jeannette Bayardelle, Emily Bergl & More Join THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance


Additional cast members have been announced for the benefit performance of 'The Post-Roe Monologues' at Merkin Hall on November 6. Don't miss this powerful and timely show!

Judy Gold, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in THE POST-ROE MONOLOGUES Benefit Performance


Don't miss the one-night-only benefit performances of 'The Post-Roe Monologues' on November 6th. Proceeds will support the National Abortion Hotline and Choice Matters.

New Federal Theatre to Present TELLING TALES OUT OF SCHOOL Beginning Next Month


Four women writers of the Harlem Renaissance meet in 'Telling Tales Out of School' by Wesley Brown, directed by Woodie King, Jr. at Castillo Theatre/ASP. The play offers a unique perspective on the Harlem Renaissance by providing a character study of four of its most-noted female prime movers. Check out event information here!

New Federal Theatre to Hold 53rd Anniversary Celebration Next Month at Edison Ballroom


NEW FEDERAL THEATRE will hold its 53rd Anniversary Celebration on October 2 at Edison Ballroom, honoring Woodie King, Jr., Gabrielle Kurlander, and Sade Lythcott. The gala is chaired by Kenny Leon and Lynn Whitfield.

The Guthrie Theater Sets Cast & Creative Team for 49th Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL


The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for its 49th production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, adapted by Lavina Jadhwani and directed by Addie Gorlin-Han, based on the original direction by Joseph Haj. Learn how to purchase tickets!

NAATCO Names Mona Moriya as Managing Producer, Expanding Leadership Team


NAATCO has appointed Mona Moriya as its new Managing Producer. With her extensive experience, Moriya will play a vital role in driving growth and innovation at the New York Asian American Theatre Company, enhancing its creative direction and operations. Learn more about NAATCO's exciting new addition and their plans for the future.

New Federal Theatre To Hold 53rd Anniversary Celebration in October


Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre (NFT), led by Producing Artistic Director Elizabeth Van Dyke, will hold a 53rd Anniversary Celebration October 2, 2023 at Edison Ballroom, 240 West 47th Street.  

Rosetta LeNoire FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Rosetta LeNoire been in?

Rosetta LeNoire has appeared on Broadway in 21 shows.

How many West End shows has Rosetta LeNoire been in?

Rosetta LeNoire has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Rosetta LeNoire been nominated for?

Rosetta LeNoire has been nominated for several awards throughout her career. She was nominated for a Special Award in Performance at the Theatre World Awards. Additionally, she was nominated for the Outstanding Lifetime Achievement award at the Lortels.

What awards has Rosetta LeNoire won?

Rosetta LeNoire has won several awards throughout her career. She received a Special Award from the Theatre World Awards for her performance. Additionally, she was honored with the Outstanding Lifetime Achievement award at The Lortels.

How many shows has Rosetta LeNoire written?

Rosetta LeNoire has written 1 shows including Bubbling Brown Sugar (Source Material).

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