Maine’s Anna Kendrick Was a Tony Nominee at Just 12

Did you know that before the Portland native and “Pitch Perfect” star was a teenager, she was nominated for one of the most prestigious awards in theater?

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Anna Kendrick was just 12 when she received a Tony Award nomination in 1998 for her performance in the Broadway musical “High Society.”

She earned the nomination for best featured actress in a musical for playing Dinah Lord, marking her Broadway debut.

The production opened April 27, 1998, at the St. James Theatre in New York City.

Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter, the show was based on the play “The Philadelphia Story” and its musical film adaptation, “High Society.”

Kendrick was born and raised in Portland, Maine, and attended Deering High School before becoming known for roles in films such as “Pitch Perfect” and “Up in the Air.”

Her acting career began in theater as a child, eventually taking her from Maine stages to Broadway and Hollywood.

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And there you have it! Kendrick earned one of Broadway’s biggest honors before she had even reached her teenage years.

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