The prestigious Helen Hayes Tribute, sponsored by the late Jaylee Mead, annually recognizes distinguished theatre professionals who exemplify great commitment to the professional theatre.

2019
Jennifer L. Nelson

2018
Nancy Robinette

2017
Ted Van Griethuysen Tribute Video, Introduction of Tribute Video by Joy Zinoman, Introduction by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg & acceptance speech

2014
Victor Shargai

2013
Actors' Equity Association

2012
Kevin Spacey

2011
Tommy Tune

2010
Edward Albee

2009
Artistic Directors of Washington's Professional Theatres

2008
Derek Jacobi

2007
Frances Sternhagen

2006
Jane Greenwood

2006
Ming Cho Lee

2005
Jerry Herman

2004
Terrence McNally

2003
Washington Theatre Boards of Directors

2002
Emery John Battis

2001
Philip Bosco

2000
August Wilson

1999
John Kander & Fred Ebb

1998
Robert Prosky

1997
Lynn Redgrave

1996
Chita Rivera

1995
Julie Harris

1994
Jane Alexander

1993
Stephen Sondheim

1992
Jason Robards Jr.

1991
Anne Jackson & Eli Wallach

1990
Angela Lansbury

1989
Mary Martin

1988
Helen Hayes

1987
James Earl Jones

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