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Jean Smart Shines in Broadway’s Call Me Izzy

NEW YORK, NY — Jean Smart, a six-time Emmy-winning actress, is leading the solo Broadway play Call Me Izzy, which tells the story of a woman with a secret and great strength. The show began performances recently and will run through August 17.
At 73, Smart has had a remarkable career that spans five decades across theater, television, and film. She studied at the University of Washington‘s Professional Actor Training Program and started acting in the mid-1970s at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
Smart’s television career skyrocketed in 1986 when she starred in the hit sitcom Designing Women. Since then, she has received 13 Emmy nominations and won six, including two for Frasier and three for Hacks.
In Call Me Izzy, Smart plays the title role, embodying a writer who grapples with her challenging past and a potent secret. The play explores themes of resilience and self-discovery. Smart’s performance has already generated considerable buzz.
Earlier in her career, Smart earned a Drama Desk Award nomination for her performance in Jane Chambers’s groundbreaking 1980 play. She has also delivered memorable performances in plays like Piaf, Three Sisters, and The Woman of No Importance.
The acclaimed actress was a part of a star-studded cast for a 2010 production advocating for same-sex marriage rights, showcasing her commitment to important social issues. In her latest play, Smart portrays eight characters, showcasing her impressive range as an actress.
This month, Smart also participated in the star-studded Tony Awards as a presenter. Fans can expect more from Smart as she continues her celebrated career.