Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Born in New York City to legendary screen star Henry Fonda and New York socialite Frances Seymour Brokaw, Jane Seymour Fonda was destined early to an uncommon and influential life in the limelight. Although she initially showed little inclination to follow her father's trade, she was prompted by Joshua Logan to appear with her father in the 1954 Omaha Community Theatre production of "The Country Girl". Her interest in acting grew after meeting Lee Strasberg in 1958 and joining the Actors Studio. Her screen debut in Tall Story (1960) (directed by Logan) marked the beginning of a highly successful and respected acting career highlighted by two Academy Awards for her performances in Klute (1971) and Coming Home (1978), and five Oscar nominations for Best Actress in They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969), Julia (1977), The China Syndrome (1979), The Morning After (1986) and On Golden Pond (1981), which was the only film she made with her father. Her professional success contrasted with her personal life, which was often laden with scandal and controversy. Her appearance in several risqué movies (including Barbarella (1968)) by then-husband Roger Vadim was followed by what was to become her most debated and controversial period: her espousal of anti-establishment causes and especially her anti-war activities during the Vietnam War. Her political involvement continued with fellow activist and husband Tom Hayden in the late 1970s and early 1980s. In the 1980s she started the aerobic exercise craze with the publication of the "Jane Fonda's Workout Book". She and Hayden divorced, and she married broadcasting mogul Ted Turner in 1991.
Jane Fonda, 33 Variations
Jane Fonda, 33 Variations
Jane Fonda, There Was a Little Girl
Jane Fonda , There Was a Little Girl
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Sheldon Harnick's birthday celebration and Kyle Dunnigan's new hour.
Established by theatrical producer Barbara Whitman in 2021, this award recognizes a woman, trans, or non-binary director who has developed a clear and distinctive artistic voice and demonstrated unique vision in their theatrical work.
According to reports, Jennifer Aniston will be producing a reimagining of Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 for 20th Century Studios. Aniston will be producing through her production company Echo Films, alongside co-founder Kristin Hahn. The script for the reimagining is being written by Diablo Cody, who previously scripted Juno, Jennifer's Body and the recent horror comedy Lisa Frankenstein.
MainStage Irving-Las Colinas has announced the cast, creative team, and performance dates for their upcoming production of On Golden Pond.
Join actors J. Smith-Cameron and Joe Morton as they narrate MasterVoices' performance of THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall on April 17. Don't miss this unique theatrical experience.
Following the company’s first World Premiere production of DION: A ROCK OPERA last month, COAL MINE THEATRE will conclude the 23.24 season with another first – the staging of a European classic.
On the weekend of Friday, April 5 through Sunday, April 7, Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT)’s Play in the Box will debut a reading of Gladys Day, a full-length play written by WCT members Misha T. Sinclair and Jessica W. Bonds and directed by Sinclair.
Captain Planet Foundation's annual gala raises over $800,000, honoring environmental heroes Josh Bernstein and Oluwaseyi Moejoh for their significant contributions to the planet's preservation.
Get a first look at The Fulton Theatre's production of 9 to 5: The Musical in an all-new trailer for the production. Watch as the cast performs the title song and more.
Westport Country Playhouse will present “From the Page to the Stage” guided tours, available to the public by reservation on selected Friday and Saturday mornings.
MasterVoices will close its 2023-24 season on April 17 at Carnegie Hall with a revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath by composer Ricky Ian Gordon and librettist Michael Korie based on the epic novel of the same name by Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck.
What did our critic think of 9 TO 5 at Fulton Theatre? The Fulton brings the musical version of the feminist farce, 9 to 5 to the mainstage. Based on the 1980 film of the same name, the plot follows three secretaries and their struggles and triumphs against their sexist, narcissist of a boss.
What did our critic think of 9 TO 5 at Fulton Theatre?
54 BELOW will present Porter Carroll, Jr. in The Evolution of Cabaret (EVOC) on March 29, 2024 at 9:30pm. The Song-stylist, Porter Carroll, Jr., along with his four piece band of A-List musicians, will “just maybe” be re-inventing the wheel in the Cabaret/Jazz Room space.
Mary & Ethel...and Mikey Who? is a good read (or listen). Come travel through time in a new work of historical fiction and fun, full of Broadway and spice and sweetness.
Go inside the first orchestra rehearsal for The Fulton Theatre's upcoming production of 9 to 5: The Musical in an all-new video. Watch as the cast performs the title song, Hart to Heart, Backwoods Barbie, and more.
The Fulton Theatre has announced the cast of its upcoming production of 9 to 5: The Musical. Find out who is starring int he musical here!
Billy Porter Joins Roster of Honorees for Diversity Honors at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. Award-winning actor, singer, director, producer, and playwright Billy Porter will be honored at the event on March 9.
Broadway Advocacy Coalition has revealed the 2024 fellows selected for the fourth annual BAC Artivism Fellowship. Learn more about the fellows!
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company and Coolidge Corner Theatre present Shakespeare Reimagined: A MIDWINTER’S TALE, a new production written and directed by Kenneth Branagh. This article provides details about the upcoming performance on Thursday, February 29 at 7 PM.
Jane Fonda has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
Jane Fonda has not appeared in the West End.
Jane Fonda has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Actress in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "33 Variations," Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "33 Variations," a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for "There Was a Little Girl," and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "There Was a Little Girl."
Jane Fonda has won a Theatre World Award for her performance in "There Was a Little Girl."
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