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A Michigan native, John grew up loving theater and obsessed with all things scary. When he first discovered Sweeney Todd, it felt like coming home. It still does. Broadway/Off-Broadway: Les Misérables, Sweeney Todd (Barrow Street), Between the Lines. He originated the role of the D’Ysquith Family in the first national tour of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder. Selected Regional: Grand Horizons (Ben, Asolo Rep), The Tale of Despereaux (Roscuro, Berkeley Rep) Oklahoma! (Jud, Broadway Sacramento), The Play That Goes Wrong (Robert, St. Louis Rep), The Drowsy Chaperone (Aldolpho, Goodspeed), and Disney on Classic (Soloist with the Orchestra Japan). His theatrical adaptation of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, called The Hollow, premiered last fall at Amphibian Stage. TV/Film: “The Blacklist,” “A Christmas Carol.” John is a graduate of the University of Michigan. Endless love and thanks to Kristen, my family, CGF, and the extraordinary Sweeney team. Thank you, Stephen Sondheim.

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John Rapson STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2023
Beadle Bamford

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2022
Cast

[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Transfer from London Production, 2016
Beadle Bamford [Replacement]

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2015
The D'Ysquith Family

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Bamatabois

Grantaire

Major Domo

Thénardier (Understudy)

Bishop of Digne (Understudy)

[US Tour]
25th Anniversary Production, 2010
Farmer

Claquesous

Bambatois


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AT THIS PERFORMANCE… Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


Join the much-anticipated return of AT THIS PERFORMANCE at The Green Room 42 on Monday, April 22, 2024. Experience an unforgettable night of Broadway magic.

Photos: A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION at 54 Below


The cast of hit Broadway musical A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER reunited for a concert celebration at 54 Below on March 24th – 'an evening to die for.' The 10th Anniversary Celebration of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. See highlights from the night.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 Next Month


The show will feature standbys, understudies, and alternates from various Broadway hits like DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, BACK TO THE FUTURE-THE MUSICAL, and more.

SWEENEY TODD Revival Cast Recording 3-LP Set Available Now


The 2023 Broadway Cast Recording of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is available now as a 3-LP set pressed on Revenge Red vinyl.

Video: Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster in Rehearsal For SWEENEY TODD


Check out all new video of Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster in rehearsal for Sweeney Todd on Broadway!

Photos: Joe Locke Takes His First Bows In SWEENEY TODD On Broadway


Joe Locke, the breakout star of Netflix’s hit show “Heartstopper,” is making his Broadway debut in the Tony Award-nominated revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Locke began his run as Tobias beginning Wednesday January 31, 2024. See photos from inside Joe's first curtain call!

Cast Members From HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, MJ & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42


AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO, HAMILTON, HARMONY, MJ THE MUSICAL, and KIMBERLY AKIMBO. Join us on Monday, February 19th at 7 PM for an evening of Broadway talent.

Video: Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford Depart SWEENEY TODD On Broadway


Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford, the original stars of Sweeney Todd on Broadway, have said their goodbyes to Fleet Street. Check out footage from last Sunday's performance as Groban took his final ride on the lift for his first entrance. See the video!

SWEENEY TODD Reveals Cast Schedule Ahead of New Leads Taking Over in February


Sweeney Todd has revealed the interim schedule of cast members taking on lead roles prior to Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster taking over next month.

Video: Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford Take Final Bows in SWEENEY TODD on Broadway


Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford took their final bows in Sweeney Todd on Broadway on January 14. Following their last curtain call, the stars gave a speech on stage at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Check out the video here!

SWEENEY TODD 2023 Broadway Cast Recording Out on CD Now; Vinyl Due March 2024


Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (2023 Broadway Cast Recording) is now available as a 2-CD set.

Heartstopper's Joe Locke Will Make Broadway Debut in SWEENEY TODD


BroadwayWorld has just learned that Joe Locke, the breakout star of Netflix’s hit show “Heartstopper,” will make his Broadway debut this in the Tony Award-nominated revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


AT THIS PERFORMANCE… returns to The Green Room 42 featuring standbys, understudies and alternates from  Hamilton; Merrily We Roll Along; Harmony; Here We Are;  Purlie Victorious; The Gardens Of Anuncia; Into The Woods and Here Lies Love.        

Photo: Get a First Look at Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster in New Art for SWEENEY TODD


Check out new photos for Sweeney Todd on Broadway starring Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster!

SWEENEY TODD 2023 Broadway Cast Recording to be Released On CD & Vinyl


Get ready for the release of the 2023 Broadway cast recording of 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.' This Grammy Award-nominated album will be available on CD on December 15 and on vinyl in March 2024.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month


AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies, and Alternates from MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, THE BOOK OF MORMON, NEW YORK, NEW YORK, WAITRESS, TITANIQUE, and SAW THE MUSICAL: THE UNAUTHORIZED PARODY. Join us on Monday, November 20th at 7 PM for this monthly residency showcasing Broadway talent.

Westport Country Playhouse to Present Script in Hand Reading of THEATRE PEOPLE


Westport Country Playhouse will present 'Theatre People,' a comedy script in hand playreading. Cast includes Shereen Ahmed, Erin Noel Grennan, Beth Leavel, John Rapson, Rodolfo Soto, and Lee Wilkof.

Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster Will Join Cast of SWEENEY TODD on Broadway


Tony Award winner and Grammy Award nominee Aaron Tveit will star as Sweeney Todd, and two-time Tony Award winner Sutton Foster will star as Mrs. Lovett, in the Tony-nominated revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Video: Josh Groban Sings His SWEENEY TODD Entrance Line on FALLON


Josh Groban sat down on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss starring in Broadway's Sweeney Todd. During the video, Groban discuss his time starring as the title role in the hit revival, revealing onstage mishaps and why he doesn't think anyone has ever heard his opening line due to his entrance applause.

Josh Groban & Annaleigh Ashford to Play Their Final Performance in SWEENEY TODD in January


Tony and Grammy-nominated multi-platinum recording artist Josh Groban and Tony Award winner Annaleigh Ashford will play their final performance of the Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Learn how to purchase tickets!

John Rapson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is John Rapson next theatre project?

John Rapson's next show will be Sweeney Todd which opens on 3/26/2023 on Broadway.

How many Broadway shows has John Rapson been in?

John Rapson has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has John Rapson been in?

John Rapson has not appeared in the West End.

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