Sharon Barr is an American actress, writer, and performer known for her work in theatre, television, and film. She gained early recognition in the neo-expressionist off-off Broadway movement in the 1970s and went on to build a diverse screen career with guest appearances on several popular television series, as well as roles in feature films.
Early Life and Education
Sharon Barr was raised in Lake Forest, Illinois, and trained formally in acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. After graduating, she began her career in theatre, quickly becoming part of the experimental off-off Broadway scene.
Career
Theatre
Barr’s early work was predominantly in avant-garde and experimental theatre. She appeared in numerous productions, including:
- Tom Eyen’s The Dirtiest Show in Town (Los Angeles, 1971).
- Women Behind Bars, also by Tom Eyen, at the Astor Place Theater.
- Performances in works by Ronald Tavel, David Mamet, and others during the Williamstown Theatre Festival and at venues such as La MaMa ETC and Theater Genesis. (IMDb)
In the early 1990s, she wrote and performed her own solo piece Protect Me From What I Want, touring comedy venues in Los Angeles.
Film and Television
Barr transitioned into screen acting with a variety of roles in both television and cinema:
Television
She made guest appearances on numerous television series from the 1980s through the 1990s, including:
- Hill Street Blues
- Night Court
- Seinfeld (as Trucker in the episode “The Keys”).
- Cheers (appearing as two different characters across episodes).
- Series regular role on Max Headroom (ABC).
Barr’s television work also spans soap operas and guest roles on shows like Santa Barbara, Wings, St. Elsewhere, and Full House.
Film
Her film credits include roles in:
- Nuts (1987), directed by Martin Ritt.
- Trauma (1993), directed by Dario Argento.
- Jury Duty (1995).
Other film appearances include Walker, A Fine Mess, Double Your Pleasure, and Bad Georgia Road (credited as Sharon Ann Barr). (IMDb Pro)
Writing and Other Work
In addition to her acting career, Barr has pursued writing. Beyond her solo theatre piece, she has completed a novel set in Manhattan in 1969. (IMDb)
According to industry sources, excerpts of a later work — LIKE a COMPLETE UNKNOWN — have been published in literary magazines, and she has directed and starred in short films selected for international film festivals.
Selected Filmography
Film
- Bad Georgia Road (1977) — Chamberlin
- A Fine Mess (1986) — Director’s Wife
- Nuts (1987) — Dayroom Woman #1
- Trauma (1993) — Hilda Volkman
- Jury Duty (1995) — Libby Starling
Television
- Max Headroom (1987–1988) — Lauren (7 episodes)
- Hill Street Blues — Officer Vera Horvath
- Cheers — Dot Carroll / Connie
- Seinfeld — Trucker
- Santa Barbara — Annabelle
References
(Note: Wikipedia typically requires secondary sources such as news articles, books, and interviews. The references below are based on available biographical databases and should be supplemented with independent sources for actual publication.)
- IMDb biography of Sharon Barr — overview and career information. (IMDb)
- IMDb biography — early life and theatrical background. (IMDb)
- List of other works and theatrical roles. (IMDb)
- Specific television credits. (IMDb)
- Comprehensive credits and roles from IMDbPro. (IMDb Pro)
- Additional career details from theatre ensemble profile. (Odyssey Theatre Ensemble)
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