Carolyn McCormick, a talented actress, was born in the vibrant city of Midland, Texas. Her educational background is marked by two prestigious degrees: a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Williams College, followed by a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) from the renowned American Conservatory Theater (ACT).
McCormick's impressive career spans across various mediums, including film and television. She is perhaps most well-known for her starring roles in the hit TV series "Law & Order" as well as notable films such as "Whatever Works" and "Enemy Mine".
Beyond her work in film and television, McCormick's extensive theater credits include a range of productions on both Broadway and Off-Broadway stages. Some of her notable Broadway credits include "Equus", "Private Lives", and "The Dinner Party". Her Off-Broadway credits include "The Open House", which earned her a Drama Desk Award and a Lucille Lortel nomination, as well as "Family Furniture", "Black Tie", "Ten Chimneys", "Celebration", "Privilege", "Biography", "EVE-olution", "Dinner With Friends", and "Ancestral Voices".
McCormick's regional theater credits are equally impressive, with notable performances in productions such as "Vanya and Sonia and Masha..." at the Papermill Playhouse, "Saint Joan" at the Denver Center, "The Father" at the Geffen Playhouse, "Uncle Vanya" at the Old Globe, "Present Laughter" at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, and "Much Ado..." at the Seattle Rep.
