An American actress who gained iconic status in the 1970s by participating in the revolutionary neo-expressionist off-off Broadway movement, taking on pivotal roles in productions such as Women Behind Bars and The Dirtiest Show in Town, which showcased her remarkable talent.
Born and raised in Lake Forest, Illinois, Barr pursued her passion for acting by enrolling in the esteemed American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Her professional journey began in 1971 with a starring role in the Los Angeles production of Tom Eyen's groundbreaking play, The Dirtiest Show in Town.
Barr's impressive résumé includes a wide range of performances, including starring roles in Eyen's Women Behind Bars, and a captivating portrayal of Anita Bryant in Ronald Tavel's The Ovens of Anita Orange Juice at the Williamstown Theater Festival and later in New York. She also appeared in Eyen's White Whore and the Bit Player, Ms Neffertiti Regrets, and Give My Regards to Off-Off Broadway at Ellen Stewart's La MaMa ETC, as well as performances at Theater Genesis at St. Mark's Church in the Bowery, and Manhattan Theater Club.
In the early 1990s, Barr wrote and performed a solo performance piece titled "Protect Me From What I Want" in comedy venues around Los Angeles. She then went on to guest star on numerous TV series, including Hill Street Blues, Night Court, Seinfeld, and Cheers, where she was the only actor to appear as two different characters on two separate episodes. Barr was also a series regular on ABC's Max Headroom and appeared in Martin Ritt's Nuts, and Dario Argento's Trauma.
Most recently, Barr has completed a novel set in Manhattan in 1969, showcasing her versatility and dedication to her craft.
