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Kerry Butler

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA

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Broadway: OCC nomination for playing three roles in Mean Girls, Xanadu (Tony, DL Best Actress nominations), Hairspray (Clarence Derwent Award, DD, OCC nominations), Beauty and the Beast (Dora nomination), Disaster!, Catch Me If You Can (DD nomination), Rock of Ages, Little Shop of Horrors (OCC nomination), Les Misérables, Blood Brothers, The Best Man. Off-Broadway: Bat Boy: The Musical, The Call, Clinton The musical. Television: “30 Rock,” “The Mindy Project,” “Rescue Me,” “Law & Order,” “The Mysteries of Laura,” “White Collar,” “Blue Bloods,” “Gilmore Girls,” and the film The Miseducation of Cameron Post. Her album Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust is available on iTunes.

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Kerry Butler STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Return, 2022
Barbara

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Barbara

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Pre-Broadway Engagement at National Theatre, 2018
Barbara

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Ms. Norbury

Mrs. Heron

Mrs. George

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
National Theatre World Premiere, 2017
Mrs. Norbury

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Marianne

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2015
Hillary Clinton

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Production, 0
Melody Dent

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Mabel Cantwell

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Brenda Strong

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Sherrie [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Clio/Kira

[Williamstown, MA (Regional)]
East Coast Premiere, 2006
Dedee Truitt

[New York]
Reading, 2006
Kira

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Isabel

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Isabel

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer

[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer

[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2003
Audrey

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Penny Pingleton

[New York]
Workshop, 2002
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Maddy Sinclair

Maddy Sinclair

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2001
Shelley Parker

Shelly Parker

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Belle [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1993
Miss Jones [Replacement]

Ensemble

Donna Marie [Replacement]

Donna Marie (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Eponine [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Musicals Tonight! Concert, 1999
Performer

Kerry Butler Productions

 
[Broadway, 2002]
Harmonica

Kerry Butler Movies

Brooklyn Sonnet
[ 2000 ] Anna Callahan
Campfire Stories
[ 2001 ] Beatrice
Mapplethorpe
[ 2018 ] Holly Solomon
The Miseducation of Cameron Post
[ 2018 ] Ruth
Mapplethorpe: The Director's Cut
[ 2020 ] Holly Solomon
Honor Society
[ 2022 ] Janet Rose

Kerry Butler TV Shows

One Life to Live
Claudia Reston

Kerry Butler Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Kerry Butler, Mean Girls

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Kerry Butler, Catch Me if You Can

Tony Awards - 2008 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Kerry Butler, Xanadu

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Kerry Butler, Little Shop of Horrors


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Kerry Butler, Hairspray

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Kerry Butler, Hairspray

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Kerry Butler News


Larry Owens Debuts THE AMERICAN FOOTBALL MUSICAL at Adelphi


Performer, composer, lyricist and writer Larry Owens will present the world premiere concert debut of his new musical, The American Football Musical, a satire of The Blind Side-esque sports/white savior films, at Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (PAC) on Saturday, April 27.

Photos: Bundy, Butler & Winokur Bring MAMMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW to Kean Stage


Check out photos from Mama I'm a Big Girl Now, the concert event, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the original Broadway musical Hairspray with the original Tracy (Marissa Jaret Winokur), Penny (Kerry Butler) and Amber (Laura Bell Bundy) at Kean Stage here!

Interview: Megan McGinnis of BEETLEJUICE National Tour


BroadwayWorld spoke with Broadway alumn Megan McGinnis about coming back to SoCal, doing an exorcism in front of her 7-year-old son, and keeping a straight face while acting alongside Justin Collette’s Beetlejuice.  

Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young Will Headline Transport Group Gala


Transport Group has announced performers for its 2024 gala will include Tony Award winners Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young.  

Spotlight: MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW at Enclow Recital Hall


The original stars of Hairspray reunite in New Jersey!

Video: Christian Borle Sings 'Chip on My Shoulder' from LEGALLY BLONDE on the Broadway Cruise


In this video, Christian Borle sings 'Chip on My Shoulder' from LEGALLY BLONDE on the Broadway Cruise, while discussing a failed audition for Stanley Tucci, his famous Ebay commercial, and more!

Marissa Jaret Winokur to Moderate Talk Back/Q&A for Author Stan Zimmerman at the Drama Bookshop


Tony award winner, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will moderate a Talk Back/Q&A for author Stan Zimmerman Tuesday, April 16th 7:30pm ET.

Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Oh My Pod, We're Breaking Broadway! with Kerry Butler


Kerry Butler talks about her background as an artist, and how she ended up in the world of art. She touches on her experience originating roles on Bway, as well as all the roles she had a hand in creating but never got to play.

Kerry Butler, Andy Mientus & More to Star in ANGEL OF ARKANSAS Industry Presentation


A by-invitation-only industry presentation of the new musical, Angel of Arkansas, will be held in New York. See who is starring, and learn more about the show.

Complete Cast Set for SWIMMING IN JERUSALEM: A MODERN MUSICAL PARABLE


Swimming in Jerusalem: A Modern Musical Parable will be presented in a concert format for five free public performances at off-Broadway's Theater555. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Tickets Now On Sale For MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW At Kean Stage


Tickets are now available for the highly anticipated production of 'Mama I'm a Big Girl Now' at Kean Stage.

SWIMMING IN JERUSALEM: A Modern Musical Parable to Have Free Public Performances at Theater555


Swimming in Jerusalem: A Modern Musical Parable, exploring relationships among citizens of Israel as presented through the complex experiences of teenage swimmers in a YMCA swim club in Jerusalem, will be presented in a concert format for five free public performances at off-Broadway's Theater555.

Dolly Parton Wants to Find Actors to Play 'Dolly' in Upcoming Broadway Musical 'Through Different Means'


According to an interview with People Magazine, Dolly Parton says she wants to find actors to play herself in the musical based on her life through 'different means.'

MEAN GIRLS Broadway Album Streams Increase After Movie Musical Release


Since the release of the Mean Girls movie musical, the original Broadway cast recording has seen a streaming increase on Spotify. The film verison cuts nine of the songs that were performed in the Broadway production, leading fans to re-visit the cast recording after seeing the new film. Find out how Spotify streams increased on the cast recording!

Dates Added for Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy's MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW Concert


Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy, are join forces for their brand new concert, 'Mama, I'm A Big Girl Now - The Concert.' Learn about the new performance dates!

Busy Philipps Almost Starred in MEAN GIRLS on Broadway Before the Movie Musical


'Cool Mom' Busy Philipps almost starred in Mean Girls on Broadway before appearing in the upcoming movie musical. Philipps revealed that Tina Fey thought she looked so much like Reneé Rapp, she offered her the role on Broadway prior to the 2020 shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the video of the interview now!

Bernadette Peters Joins 2nd Sailing of The Broadway Cruise


Theatre legend and multi-Tony Award Winner Bernadette Peters (Old Friends, Annie Get Your Gun, “The Good Fight”) has joined the previously announced stars of the theatre and creative luminaries for an unforgettable vacation where tropical weather and calm seas await on the 2nd annual Broadway Cruise.

HAIRSPRAY Stars Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy Star In MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW In Concert


Don't miss the concert event 'Mama, I'm A Big Girl Now' featuring Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy.

Video: Dolly Parton Teases the 'Clever' Way Her Broadway Musical Brings Her 'Big Story' to the Stage


Dolly Parton is revealing details about her Broadway musical. Although she had a script ready for a biopic, she said she 'just kept burning with that Broadway.' Working with film producer Maria Schlatter to bring her 'big story' to the stage, a private reading was recently held with Beetlejuice alum Kerry Butler playing Parton. Watch a video clip!

Kerry Butler, Christine Ebersole, and More Set For CHRISTMAS TIME IN THE CITY Holiday Concert in Columbus Circle


The Church of St. Paul the Apostle will present New York's newest holiday tradition, Christmas Time in the City, a holiday concert celebrating the magic that lights up the city at Christmas. 

Kerry Butler FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Kerry Butler next theatre project?

Kerry Butler's next show will be Beetlejuice which opens on 4/8/2022 on Broadway.

How many Broadway shows has Kerry Butler been in?

Kerry Butler has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.

How many West End shows has Kerry Butler been in?

Kerry Butler has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Kerry Butler been nominated for?

Kerry Butler has been nominated for several awards in the Broadway world. These nominations include Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Mean Girls," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for "Catch Me if You Can," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Xanadu," Outstanding Actress in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Little Shop of Horrors," Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray," and Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray."

What awards has Kerry Butler won?

Kerry Butler has won the Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in Hairspray.

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