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Mike Burstyn

Birth Place: Bronx, NY, USA

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Mike Burstyn STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1994
Political Hack

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Mike Todd

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 1990
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Phineas Taylor Barnum [Replacement]


Mike Burstyn Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Mike Burstyn, Lansky

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Actor - Musical

Mike Burstyn - , Ain't Broadway Grand

Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Mike Burstyn, The Rothschilds

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Ann Kittredge to Bring ROMANTIC NOTIONS to The Arts Club of Washington for One Night Only


The Arts Club of Washington will present multi-MAC Award winning vocalist Ann Kittredge for one night only in Romantic Notions.

Lorna Dallas Returns To NYC Stage With GLAMOROUS NIGHTS AND RAINY DAYS at The Laurie Beechman Theatre


Award winner Lorna Dallas is making a welcome return to the New York Stage in Barry Kleinbort/Christopher Denny helmed new musical cabaret.

Lorna Dallas to Bring GLAMOROUS NIGHTS AND RAINY DAYS to The Laurie Beechman Theatre


The Laurie Beechman Theatre will present Lorna Dallas in her latest musical feast, “Glamorous Nights and Rainy Days,” in a two-night engagement - Saturday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 17 - both shows at 7pm.

UKRAINE NOW! A SOUTH FLORIDA BENEFIT FOR SOLIDARITY Announced


As war tears through the lives of the Ukrainian people, three organizations have teamed up with local talent as well as national and international stars to present 'Ukraine Now! A South Florida Benefit for Solidarity' on Tuesday, March 22 at 7:30pm at Zinman Hall, 9901 Donna Klein Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL, 33428.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: May 29-30- with George Salazar, Sara Bareilles, and More!


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, May 29-30, 2021.

Mike Burstyn to Join ITZIK AND THE GOLDEN PEACOCK This Sunday


This Sunday, May 30th at 2 pm, the Congress for Jewish Culture will host ITZIK AND THE GOLDEN PEACOCK, a 120th birthday celebration for renowned Yiddish bard Itzik Manger. This very special virtual event will feature an ensemble of Yiddish luminaries with readings, music and discussion, revealing why Itzik Manger has such an enduring legacy.

Mike Burstyn, Shura Lipovsky, Ruth Levin & More to Take Part in ITZIK AND THE GOLDEN PEACOCK Event


On Sunday, May 30th at 2 PM, the Congress for Jewish Culture will host ITZIK AND THE GOLDEN PEACOCK, a 120th birthday celebration for Yiddish writer Itzik Manger. This very special virtual event will feature an ensemble of Yiddish luminaries with readings, music and discussion, revealing why Itzik Manger has such an inspirational, enduring legacy.

New Virtual Production of MEGILLAH CYCLE Surpasses 6,000 Views


MEGILLAH CYCLE has surpassed 6,000 views and that number is rapidly climbing. The Congress for Jewish Culture is continuing its International Virtual Yiddish Theater series with MEGILLAH CYCLE, featuring an all-star international cast, directed and adapted by Mike Burstyn from Itzik Manger’s modernist take on the traditional Purim play.

Part 2 Of Mike Burstyn's Interview Regarding MEGILLAH CYCLE Is Set To Air Tomorrow On 'The Yiddish Voice'


Renowned actor/director Mike Burstyn will be this week’s special guest on “The Yiddish Voice” on Boston’s WNUR Radio tomorrow (Wednesday) at 7:30 pm.

VIDEO: The Congress for Jewish Culture Continues International Virtual Yiddish Theater Series with MEGILLAH CYCLE


The Congress for Jewish Culture continues its International Virtual Yiddish Theater series with MEGILLAH CYCLE, featuring an all-star international cast, directed and adapted by Mike Burstyn from Itzik Manger’s modernist take on the traditional Purim play.

Mike Burstyn Is Tonight's Special Guest On THE YIDDISH VOICE To Discuss MEGILLAH CYCLE


Renowned actor/director Mike Burstyn will be this week’s special guest on “The Yiddish Voice” on Boston’s WNUR Radio tonight (Wednesday) at 7:30 pm.

Virtual Production Of MEGILLAH CYCLE Premieres Today With All-Star International Cast


The Congress for Jewish Culture continues its International Virtual Yiddish Theater series with MEGILLAH CYCLE, featuring an all-star international cast, directed and adapted by Mike Burstyn from Itzik Manger’s modernist take on the traditional Purim play.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: February 20-21- with Santino Fontana, Jessie Mueller and More!


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, February 20-21, 2020.

Virtual Production of MEGILLAH CYCLE Premieres Sunday with Shane Baker, Mike Burstyn, Eli Batalion and More


The Congress for Jewish Culture will continue its International Virtual Yiddish Theater series with MEGILLAH CYCLE, featuring an all-star international cast, directed and adapted by Mike Burstyn from Itzik Manger’s modernist take on the traditional Purim play.

YI LOVE YIDDISHFEST �" PURIM EDITION Announced


The holiday of Purim has often been called “the Jewish Carnavale,” with the joys of song, laughter and drama folded into one, like tangy, fruit-filled hamantashen. That’s just the recipe for a Yiddishe Taam that the Yiddishkayt Initiative will be serving up at its first annual International VIRTUAL YI Love Yiddishfest – Purim Edition, Feb 25-28.

Virtual Production of MEGILLAH CYCLE to Premiere in February Featuring Shane Baker, Mike Burstyn and More


The Congress for Jewish Culture will continue its International Virtual Yiddish Theater series with MEGILLAH CYCLE, featuring an all-star international cast, directed and adapted by Mike Burstyn from Itzik Manger’s modernist take on the traditional Purim play.

New Virtual Production of THE DYBBUK Scores More Than 6,000 Views


Last week, the new 100th anniversary virtual production of THE DYBBUK surpassed 6,000 views and that number is rapidly climbing. Presented by the Congress for Jewish Culture, S. Ansky’s THE DYBBUK is the world’s most famous Jewish play.

Virtual Production of THE DYBBUK Starring Mike Burstyn Premieres Tonight


This month marks the 100th anniversary of THE DYBBUK, the world’s most famous Jewish play, by S. Ansky. The Congress for Jewish Culture is celebrating this historically significant milestone with a virtual presentation of the play featuring an all-star international cast.

Virtual Theatre Today: Monday, December 14 with James Monroe Iglehart, Kelli O'Hara and More!


Today (December 14) in live streaming: James Monroe Iglehart sings with Seth Rudetsky, Kelli O'Hara joins the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, and so much more!

The Congress for Jewish Culture Hosts Special Panel to Commemorate 100th Anniversary of THE DYBBUK Tomorrow


The Congress for Jewish Culture is hosting a special Facebook Live panel tomorrow (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. EST to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the very first performance of THE DYBBUK, the world’s most famous Jewish play by S. Ansky.

Mike Burstyn FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Mike Burstyn been in?

Mike Burstyn has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Mike Burstyn been in?

Mike Burstyn has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Mike Burstyn been nominated for?

Mike Burstyn has been nominated for the following awards: Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lansky, Best Actor - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ain't Broadway Grand, and Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Rothschilds.

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