Peter Friedman

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Peter Friedman (Doyle) recently appeared in The Debate Society's Jacuzzi; Playwrights Horizons' Fly By Night; and Will Eno's The Open House. He has appeared in the New York productions of End Days, Annie Baker's Body Awareness and Circle Mirror Transformation, Amy Herzog's After the Revolution and The Great God Pan, the musical Ragtime, and The Heidi Chronicles, among many others. His film work includes The Savages, Safe, Breaking Upwards, Harvest, Single White Female, Love and Other Drugs, and Side Effects. He has puppeteered on TV's "The Muppet Show," and was a series regular on "Brooklyn Bridge."

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Peter Friedman STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Return Engagement, 2024
Loyd

[Off-Broadway]
Vineyard Theatre World Premiere, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons World Premiere, 2017
The Son

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival at The Public Theater, 2017
Polonius

[Off-Broadway]
Women's Project Theater and Ars Nova Original Off-Broadway Production, 2017
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Dan

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater, 2015
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Concert, 0
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Co-Production, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2009
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Juror #10

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Mathias Gold

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2000
Dr. Mark Bruckner

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Tateh

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Herbie

[Broadway]
1989
Arthur Brooks

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Arthur Brooks

[Broadway]
1989
Scoop Rosenbaum

[Off-Broadway]
1988
Scoop Rosenbaum

[Off-Broadway]
1986
Humphry Taylor

[Broadway]
1986
Douglas Schmidt

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Norman

[Off-Broadway]
1981
Captain Charles Taylor

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1981
American Sailor #2


Papa Leplee/American Sailor #2

Dope pusher (Understudy)

German Soldier #1 (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Non-Floyd/ Jurgen/ Albert/ Bob Fechter/ Patient

[Broadway]
1974
Marquis Miglioriti

Guido Venanzi (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1974
Ben

[Broadway]
1973
Seton Cram (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1973
Auguste

Coustouillu (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1973
Carpenter

[Broadway]
1972
Commander

Don Carlos (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1972
Committeeman


Peter Friedman Movies

[1980]Christmas Evil Mr. Grosch

[1981]Prince of the City D.A. Goldman

[1983]Daniel Ben Cohen

[1988]The Seventh Sign Father Lucci

[1992]Single White Female Graham Knox

[1993]Blink Dr. Ryan Pierce

[1995]Safe Peter Dunning

[1996]I Shot Andy Warhol Alan Burke

[1996]I'm Not Rappaport Young Nat's Father

[2001]Someone Like You Stephen

[2003]Paycheck Attorney General Brown

[2004]King of the Corner Arthur Wexler

[2006]Unconscious Father William

[2006]Freedomland Lt. Gold

[2007]Spinning Into Butter Jay Salter

[2007]The Savages Larry

[2007]I'm Not There Morris Bernstein, Barker

[2008]Synecdoche, New York Emergency Room Doctor

[2009]Breaking Upwards Alan

[2009]The Messenger Mr. Cohen

[2010]Harvest Carmine Monopoli

[2010]Love & Other Drugs California Man

[2011]Coming Up Roses Charles

[2013]Side Effects Banks Partner #1

[2015]Keep in Touch Dallen Parcel

[2016]5 Doctors Dr. Lipman

[2022]She Said Lanny Davis


Peter Friedman TV Shows

Brooklyn Bridge George Silver

High Maintenance Jim

Law & Order Nolan Farber, Harold Jensen, Professor William Goodwin

The Muppet Show Additional Muppets, The Carrot, Lead Singing Fireman

The Path Hank Armstrong

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Return Engagement Of JOB Recoups Off-Broadway

The return engagement of JOB, the critically acclaimed psychological thriller, recouped its investment as of the week ending February 25, 2024.

Pedro Pascal, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, and More Win 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards - Full List of Winners Here!

The SCREEN ACTORS GUILD AWARDS presented its coveted Actor statuettes for the outstanding motion picture and television performances of 2023 at the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall. Learn more about the winners here!

These Stars of SUCCESSION Have Ties to the Stage

With Jeremy Strong making his Broadway return in An Enemy of the People this season, BroadwayWorld is exploring some of the others stars of the iconic series Succession, who have ties to the stage.

JOB Extends Three Weeks at the Connelly Theater

The return engagement of JOB will extend its run at the Connelly Theater for an additional three weeks. The production will now run through Saturday, March 23.

Despite Listings From National Chains, RAGTIME Reunion Concert Not Coming To Movie Theaters Next Month

BroadwayWorld has learned that despite listings on multiple national chains' websites including AMC, Regal, and via Fandango - the Ragtime Reunion Concert recording will not be released in movie theaters on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024.

THE COLOR PURPLE, MAESTRO & More Nominated For SAG Awards - Full List of Nominations!

This morning, nominees for the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® honoring outstanding individual, cast and ensemble performances for the past year were announced. Check out the full list of nominations, which include Danielle Brooks, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, Hannah Waddingham, the cast of The Gilded Age, and more.

Entertainment Community Fund Reflects on 2023; Over $14.8 Million Distributed to Film and Television Workers

Delve into the accomplishments and impact of the Entertainment Community Fund in 2023. Explore the initiatives, achievements, and contributions made by the fund throughout the year that have positively influenced the entertainment community.

JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Returns Off-Broadway Next Month

JOB, the critically acclaimed psychological thriller about the toll life on the internet takes on all of us, which played a sold-out, twice-extended Off Broadway run this fall, will return for an encore engagement next month.  Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Tituss Burgess, Jane Krakowski, Laura Linney, and More Star in New Audio Plays From Audible

Audible has released a new slate of five Audible Theater titles, which star Broadway talent including Tituss Burgess, Jane Krakowski, Laura Linney, and more. Learn more about the full slate here!

CENTER OF THE YOUNIVERSE & More Set for Audible Theater December Audio Slate

Audible Theater has revealed its December audio slate, featuring five new originals.

Photos: Inside the MAY DECEMBER Screening in NYC With Natalie Portman, Julianne Moore & More

Check out photos of Natalie Portman, Julianne Moore, Charles Melton, Todd Haynes, Samy Burch, Michael J. Fox, Debra Messing, Peter Friedman, Sandra Bernhard, Michael Emerson, Chloe Grace Moretz, Lucas Hedges, Rebecca Hall, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Dianna Agron, and more at a screening of Netflix’s May December.

JOB Extends For Final Time at SoHo Playhouse

JOB has announced a final extension through Sunday, October 29 only, at SoHo Playhouse. Tickets for the extension are now on sale.

World Premiere of JOB Extends Through Mid-October at SoHo Playhouse

JOB, the world premiere of a new play by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon has extended its critically acclaimed run.

Photos: First Look at Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon in JOB at SoHo Playhouse

Production photos have been released for the world premiere of JOB, starring Tony Award nominee Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon. Check out the all new photos here!

Photos: Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon in Rehearsal for JOB at SoHo Playhouse

Tony Award nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Succession,” “Helstrom”) are currently in rehearsal for the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker). Check out rehearsal photos here!

Soho Playhouse to Present JOB, with Peter Friedman, Masterson in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and More in Fall/Winter Season

SoHo Playhouse has announced its Fall/Winter 2023 Season. The not-for-profit SoHo Playhouse is a historic Off-Broadway venue and the home of such hits as Phoebe Waller-Bridge's Fleabag, Hannah Gadsby's Nanette, and Alex Edelman's Just For Us.

SoHo Playhouse Announces Winner of The Lighthouse Series: IT'S NOT WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE

Britt Lafield, managing director of the not-for-profit SoHo Playhouse, is pleased to announce the winner of the 2023 Lighthouse Series, the second annual iteration of the Playhouse's new short play competition. 

SoHo Playhouse Names Winner of 2023 The Lighthouse Series

Discover the exciting winner of The Lighthouse Series at SoHo Playhouse. Get ready to be amazed as unexpected talent takes the stage. Find out more about this exclusive event and the surprises it has in store for you.

Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon Will Lead New Off-Broadway Play JOB

Tony nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Helstrom,” 'Succession') will star in the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker).

Photos: Go Inside Al Hirschfeld's 120th Birthday Celebration at The Museum of Broadway

Check out photos from The Museum of Broadway's event celebrating Al Hirschfeld’s 120th birthday!

Peter Friedman FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Peter Friedman has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.

Peter Friedman has not appeared in the West End.

Peter Friedman has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play at The Lortels for "The Treasurer," Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Fly By Night," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "The Open House," Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play at The Lortels for "The Open House," Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Great God Pan," Performance at the Obie Awards for "Circle Mirror Transformation," Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Body Awareness," Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Ragtime," Best Featured Actor - Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Ragtime," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Ragtime," and Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Heidi Chronicles."

Peter Friedman has won the Performance (Obie Awards) for Circle Mirror Transformation and Best Featured Actor - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Ragtime.

Peter Friedman's next show will be Job which opens on 1/19/2024 on Off-Broadway.

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