Career Timeline of Patti LuPone: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Patti LuPone, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Patti LuPone is a highly acclaimed American actress and singer celebrated for her powerful performances in musical theater on Broadway and the West End. Beginning her career in 1972 with The Acting Company, she quickly rose to prominence for her leading roles. LuPone is known for portraying strong female characters and has received numerous awards, including three Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, and two Grammy Awards. She has also been nominated for two Emmy Awards and was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 2006, solidifying her status as a significant figure in American theater.
1985: LuPone records "I Dreamed a Dream"
In 1985, Patti LuPone recorded the song "I Dreamed a Dream", which would later reach No. 45 on the UK Singles Chart in 2009.
October 2005: Stars as Mrs. Lovett in Sweeney Todd on Broadway
In October 2005, Patti LuPone returned to Broadway to star as Mrs. Lovett in John Doyle's new production of Sweeney Todd, where the actors also served as the show's orchestra. LuPone played the tuba and orchestra bells in addition to singing.
2005: LuPone records duet with Seth MacFarlane
In 2005, Patti LuPone recorded a duet with Seth MacFarlane (as Glenn Quagmire) on the album Family Guy: Live In Vegas.
August 2006: Plays Rose in Gypsy at Ravinia
In August 2006, Patti LuPone took a three-week leave from Sweeney Todd to play Rose in Lonny Price's production of Gypsy at Ravinia.
September 2006: Sweeney Todd Closes
In September 2006, Sweeney Todd, in which Patti LuPone starred as Mrs. Lovett, closed on Broadway.
February 10, 2007: Stars in Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny
On February 10, 2007, Patti LuPone starred with Audra McDonald in the Los Angeles Opera production of Kurt Weill's opera Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny, directed by John Doyle.
July 9, 2007: Performs in Gypsy at City Center Encores!
On July 9, 2007, Patti LuPone performed in the City Center Encores! Summer Stars production of Gypsy, directed by Arthur Laurents, for a 22-performance run.
July 29, 2007: End of Gypsy run at City Center
July 29, 2007 marked the end of Patti LuPone's 22-performance run in Gypsy at City Center.
March 27, 2008: Gypsy Opens on Broadway
On March 27, 2008, the production of Gypsy starring Patti LuPone transferred to Broadway, opening at the St. James Theatre.
January 10, 2009: LuPone Addresses Audience Member During Performance
During the penultimate performance of Gypsy on January 10, 2009, Patti LuPone stopped her performance of "Rose's Turn" to address an audience member using a flash camera, leading to a discussion about audience etiquette in live theater.
January 11, 2009: Gypsy Closes on Broadway
On January 11, 2009, the Broadway production of Gypsy, starring Patti LuPone, closed.
August 2010: Appears in Annie Get Your Gun at Ravinia Festival
In August 2010, Patti LuPone appeared in a three-day run of Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun at the Ravinia Festival, playing the title role opposite Patrick Cassidy.
September 2010: Performs The Gypsy In My Soul and Concerts with Mandy Patinkin
In September 2010, Patti LuPone performed her one-woman show The Gypsy In My Soul at the Caramoor Fall Festival in New York. She also appeared at venues across North America in concerts with Mandy Patinkin, including the Mayo Center for the Performing Arts.
September 2010: Patti LuPone: A Memoir Published
In September 2010, Patti LuPone's memoir, recounting her life and career from childhood onwards, was published and became a New York Times Best Seller. The title is Patti LuPone: A Memoir.
November 4, 2010: Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown Opens on Broadway
On November 4, 2010, Patti LuPone created the role of Lucia in the original Broadway production of Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, which opened at the Belasco Theater.
2010: Theatre critic Charles McNulty comments on Patti LuPone's stage presence
In 2010, theatre critic Charles McNulty commented on Patti LuPone's stage presence, stating that it demonstrates a ferocity that, when paired with the right material, resembles a return to a golden age when powerhouses ruled Broadway.
January 2, 2011: Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown Closes on Broadway
On January 2, 2011, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, starring Patti LuPone, closed on Broadway after 23 preview and 69 regular performances.
May 2011: New York City Ballet Debut
In May 2011, Patti LuPone made her New York City Ballet debut in a production of The Seven Deadly Sins, singing the role of Anna.
June 12, 2011: Performs at the 65th Tony Awards
On June 12, 2011, Patti LuPone and the cast of Company performed the song "Side by Side by Side" at the 65th Tony Awards.
November 21, 2011: An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin Opens
On November 21, 2011, Patti LuPone's concert with Mandy Patinkin, entitled An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin, started its 63-performance Broadway engagement at the Ethel Barrymore Theater.
2011: Stars in Union Square
In 2011, Patti LuPone co-starred in the feature film Union Square, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
January 13, 2012: An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin Closes
On January 13, 2012, Patti LuPone's concert with Mandy Patinkin, An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin, concluded its 63-performance run at the Ethel Barrymore Theater.
June 2012: Inaugural Act at 54 Below
In June 2012, Patti LuPone appeared as the inaugural act at a new cabaret space, 54 Below, in New York City.
July 8, 2012: Guest Stars on Army Wives
On July 8, 2012, Patti LuPone guest starred on Army Wives, reuniting with Kellie Martin as her mother.
July 2012: Filming of An Evening with Patti LuPone
In July 2012, a live concert special film, An Evening with Patti LuPone, was filmed with 104 minutes of Patti LuPone songs and stories with host Seth Rudetsky.
November 2012: Release of An Evening with Patti LuPone
In November 2012, An Evening with Patti LuPone, a live concert special film, was released on SethTv.com.
2013: Cast in American Horror Story and Girls
In 2013, Patti LuPone was cast in the third season of the FX series American Horror Story as Joan Ramsey and played herself in the third season of HBO's Girls.
April 30, 2015: Inaugural Act at Sharon L. Morse Entertainment Center
On April 30, 2015, Patti LuPone appeared as the inaugural act at the Sharon L. Morse Entertainment Center in The Villages, Florida, to a sold-out audience.
June 2015: Appears in Shows for Days and Confiscates Cellphone
In June 2015, Patti LuPone appeared in the Douglas Carter Beane play Shows for Days at Lincoln Center Theater and received media attention for confiscating a patron's cellphone during a performance.
October 2015: Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Les Misérables
In October 2015, Patti LuPone joined her castmates, along with the current Fantine on the West End, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Les Misérables.
2015: Appears in Penny Dreadful
In 2015, Patti LuPone appeared in several episodes of the Showtime horror series Penny Dreadful as a white witch.
April 2016: Audio Recording of The Ghosts of Versailles Released
In April 2016, an audio recording of the Los Angeles Opera production of John Corigliano's The Ghosts of Versailles, in which Patti LuPone performed, was released by Pentatone.
2016: Returns to Penny Dreadful and Voices Yellow Diamond in Steven Universe
In 2016, Patti LuPone returned to Penny Dreadful as Dr. Seward and began voicing Yellow Diamond in Steven Universe.
September 2017: Cast in London Revival of Company
In September 2017, it was announced that Patti LuPone would star as Joanne in the 2018 London revival of Company.
November 5, 2017: War Paint Closes on Broadway
On November 5, 2017, War Paint, starring Patti LuPone, closed prematurely at the Nederlander Theatre on Broadway, so that LuPone could undergo hip surgery.
2018: Stars in Company in London
In 2018, Patti LuPone starred as Joanne in the London revival of Company.
August 2019: Company to Move to Broadway
In August 2019, it was announced that the London production of Company, starring Patti LuPone, would move to Broadway.
2019: Appears in Pose
In 2019, Patti LuPone played an antagonistic role in the second season of Pose.
2019: Voices Yellow Diamond in Steven Universe
In 2019, Patti LuPone voiced the character Yellow Diamond in the animated series Steven Universe
March 22, 2020: Company Broadway Opening Postponed
The transfer of the successful West End production of Company, set to open at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre on March 22, 2020, was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020: Stars in Hollywood
In 2020, Patti LuPone starred in the Ryan Murphy series Hollywood for Netflix.
2020: Voices Yellow Diamond in Steven Universe Future
In 2020, Patti LuPone voiced the character Yellow Diamond in the animated series Steven Universe Future.
November 15, 2021: Company Broadway Previews Begin
On November 15, 2021, previews began for the Broadway production of Company, featuring Patti LuPone starring opposite Katrina Lenk.
December 9, 2021: Company Officially Opens on Broadway
On December 9, 2021, the Broadway production of Company, starring Patti LuPone, officially opened.
May 10, 2022: LuPone Addresses Mask Violation at Company
On May 10, 2022, Patti LuPone publicly addressed a patron who was not wearing their face mask properly during a live conversation with the American Theatre Wing and her Company co-stars. The incident highlighted the importance of adhering to safety guidelines on Broadway.
June 30, 2022: Broadway League Extends Mask Mandate
Following Patti LuPone's public address of a mask violation, the Broadway League extended its mask mandate from May 31 to June 30, 2022, ensuring the continued operation of Broadway.
2023: Plays Mona in Beau Is Afraid
In 2023, Patti LuPone played Beau's mother, Mona, in the Ari Aster surrealist horror film Beau Is Afraid. The film received critical acclaim, particularly for LuPone's performance.
2023: Cast in Agatha All Along and Resigns from Actors' Equity Association
In 2023, Patti LuPone revealed that she would play Lilia Calderu in the Marvel Cinematic Universe Disney+ series Agatha All Along. Following the closing of Company, LuPone resigned from Actors' Equity Association.
August 2024: Returns to Broadway in The Roommate
It was announced that Patti LuPone would return to Broadway in the Jen Silverman play The Roommate, starring opposite Mia Farrow, at the Booth Theatre in August 2024.
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