Michael McElroy
Birth Place: Shaker Heights, OH, USA
Latest News on Michael McElroy:
Tonya Pinkins and More Complete the Cast for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Apr 14, 2026)
Video: Billy Porter Sings 'A Little More Mascara' In Rehearsals for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Apr 14, 2026)
Composer Jonathan Reid Gealt Will Perform at Joe's Pub in May (Apr 13, 2026)
Tonya Pinkins and More Complete the Cast for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Apr 14, 2026)
Video: Billy Porter Sings 'A Little More Mascara' In Rehearsals for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Apr 14, 2026)
Composer Jonathan Reid Gealt Will Perform at Joe's Pub in May (Apr 13, 2026)
BIO
Michael McElroy
Michael came to New York City in May of 1990, after finishing his BFA in Theater from Carnegie Mellon University. His Broadway credits include Big River, The Wild Party, Rent, The Who's Tommy, Miss Saigon, Patti Lupone on Broadway, Hair and The High Rollers Social Pleasure Club. National Tour: Sarafina. Off Broadway: NY Shakespeare Festival's Richard III with Denzel Washington, Violet (Playwright's Horizons: Drama Desk Nomination), Thunder Knocking on the Door, Minetta Reperatory Theater and Blue, Grammercy Theater. Regional credits include Angels in America Pts I and II, Alley Theater; Fences, Riverside Theater; Dreamgirls, Pittsburgh Playhouse; Thunder Knocking on the Door, Trinity Reperatory Theater. He was also a featured vocalist on "The Rosie O'Donnell Show." Michael is featured on CD recordings of The Who's Tommy, Blue, Violet, Thunder Knocking on the Door and Leslie Uggams' upcoming CD project. He founded the Broadway Gospel Choir in 1994, then founded the Broadway Inspirational Voices in 1999.
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RENT Family: Victoria Leacock, Lisa Zinni, Michael Greif, Martha Banta, Natalie Venetia Belcon, Marcus Paul James, Yassmin Alers, Fredi Walker-Browne, Schele Williams, Rodney Hicks, Maya Days, Tim Weil, Julie Larson, Destan Owens, Jeremy Kushnier, Karmine Alers and Michael McElroy
Date:
02/19/2026
From: Photos: Museum of Broadway Hosts Special RENT Event With Tim Weil
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STAGE CREDITS
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Broadway Transfer, 1996
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Original Broadway Production, 1993
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Productions
TV Shows
MADtv
Jeremy, Sick Boy
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical
Michael McElroyBig River:The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actor - Musical
Michael McElroy, Big River
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Michael McElroy, Big River
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actor - Musical
Michael McElroyBig River
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Michael McElroy, Violet
Videos
Video: Billy Porter Sings 'A Little More Mascara' In Rehearsals for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Nicole Rosky - 2026-04-14 10:12:15
VIDEO: Watch Broadway Unite for the BROADWAY BACKWARDS Finale!
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-04-01 09:38:52
VIDEO: Former RENT Cast Members Sing 'Will I?' with Arts Workers for Federal Relief
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-08 07:58:03
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Releases Video of 'The Room Where It Happens' from HAMILTON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-01-03 12:50:47
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices' Broadway Our Way Performs 'Play' From FINDING NEVERLAND
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2019-11-01 15:35:19
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Covers 'A Whole New World' From Disney's ALADDIN
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-10-02 18:23:26
Video: Broadway Inspirational Voices Covers “Wondering” From THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-09-09 20:25:31
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Performs 'Seize the Day' From NEWSIES
by Stephi Wild - 2019-04-01 08:08:22
VIDEO: Broadway Inspirational Voices Shares Their Take on THE BAND'S VISIT Anthem 'Answer Me'
by Julie Musbach - 2018-10-01 11:10:14
TV: What Went on Backstage at Broadway Backwards? Go Behind the Scenes!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-04-03 15:26:45
SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Cast Recording, Featuring Jake Gyllenhaal and Annaleigh Ashford, Out Today
by BWW News Desk - 2017-12-08 01:30:00
VIDEO: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE's Jake Gyllenhaal and Annaleigh Ashford 'Finish the Hat' in the Recording Studio
by BWW News Desk - 2017-12-04 13:02:13
Jake Gyllenhaal Announces SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE Cast Recording Will Be Released End of September
by Julie Musbach - 2017-09-17 13:24:00
VIDEO: See Live Wins from the 2017 Jimmy Awards, Hosted by Tony Winner, Ben Platt!
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-06-27 00:42:16
Guest Blog: Road to the Jimmys - All In A Day's Work (Day 3/4)
by Guest Blogger: 2017 NHSMTA - 2017-06-23 17:01:23
TV: It's a 'World of Pure Imagination' Inside Rehearsals for the 2017 Jimmy Awards!
by TV - Press Previews - 2017-06-26 12:25:11
News
Tonya Pinkins and More Complete the Cast for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
The complete cast has been revealed for Encores! La Cage Aux Folles. Tony Award winner Tonya Pinkins joins the cast as Jacqueline, along with Peter Francis James as Edouard, and Rachel Webb as Anne.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026
The complete cast has been revealed for Encores! La Cage Aux Folles. Tony Award winner Tonya Pinkins joins the cast as Jacqueline, along with Peter Francis James as Edouard, and Rachel Webb as Anne.
Video: Billy Porter Sings 'A Little More Mascara' In Rehearsals for Encores! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 14, 2026
Get a peek behind the scenes of Encores! La Cage Aux Folles with Billy Porter, Director Robert O’Hara, and Guest Music Director Joseph Joubert. Watch as Porter sings Albin’s first big number in the show, “A Little More Mascara,” and talks with Joubert and O’Hara about the process of approaching the music and the character.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 14, 2026
Get a peek behind the scenes of Encores! La Cage Aux Folles with Billy Porter, Director Robert O’Hara, and Guest Music Director Joseph Joubert. Watch as Porter sings Albin’s first big number in the show, “A Little More Mascara,” and talks with Joubert and O’Hara about the process of approaching the music and the character.
Composer Jonathan Reid Gealt Will Perform at Joe's Pub in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026
Jonathan Reid Gealt, New York City based composer, is set to take the stage for one night only at New York City’s legendary Joe’s Pub in May. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026
Jonathan Reid Gealt, New York City based composer, is set to take the stage for one night only at New York City’s legendary Joe’s Pub in May. Learn more about the show here!
Photos & Video: BROADWAY BACKWARDS Raises Record $1,223,681- Watch Highlights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Broadway Backwards marked its 20th anniversary with an evening of show-stopping performances, LGBTQ+ storytelling and record-breaking fundraising at the Gershwin Theatre. See photos from the event here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2026
Broadway Backwards marked its 20th anniversary with an evening of show-stopping performances, LGBTQ+ storytelling and record-breaking fundraising at the Gershwin Theatre. See photos from the event here!
Dylan Mulvaney, Kara Young and John-Andrew Morrison Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Three more stars have joined the lineup of stars bringing LGBTQ+ twists to beloved show tunes at this month's Broadway Backwards, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026
Three more stars have joined the lineup of stars bringing LGBTQ+ twists to beloved show tunes at this month's Broadway Backwards, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.
Black Theatre United Will Host BTU Design Expo 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026
Black Theatre United has announced the BTU Design Expo 2026, a dynamic gathering celebrating the artistry and innovation shaping the future of theatrical design.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026
Black Theatre United has announced the BTU Design Expo 2026, a dynamic gathering celebrating the artistry and innovation shaping the future of theatrical design.
Ariana DeBose, Grey Henson, Robyn Hurder and More Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Additional stars have joined the lineup of Broadway luminaries bringing to life LGBTQ+ stories through show tunes at Broadway Backwards, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 3, 2026
Additional stars have joined the lineup of Broadway luminaries bringing to life LGBTQ+ stories through show tunes at Broadway Backwards, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
Broadway Deep Dive: Telly Leung Unpacks His Career Onstage and the Roles That Led to MASQUERADE
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 22, 2026
Current star of Masquerade Telly Leung discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper playing the Phantom in the immersive production, the full circle from Rent fan to Rent actor, Gavin Creel’s leadership during a production that never was, and much more.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 22, 2026
Current star of Masquerade Telly Leung discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper playing the Phantom in the immersive production, the full circle from Rent fan to Rent actor, Gavin Creel’s leadership during a production that never was, and much more.
Photos: Museum of Broadway Hosts Special RENT Event With Tim Weil
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 19, 2026
The Museum of Broadway recently hosted a 30th anniversary panel of RENT alums and a special reading of Making RENT: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 19, 2026
The Museum of Broadway recently hosted a 30th anniversary panel of RENT alums and a special reading of Making RENT: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway. Check out photos here!
Bernadette Peters, Jennifer Holliday, Andrew Rannells & More Will Take Part in Broadway Backwards
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2026
For one night only, Broadway’s buzziest stars and legendary icons will flip the script on beloved show tunes, reimagining them as powerful stories of LGBTQ+ love and pride when Broadway Backwards returns for its 20th anniversary on Monday, March 23, 2026.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 12, 2026
For one night only, Broadway’s buzziest stars and legendary icons will flip the script on beloved show tunes, reimagining them as powerful stories of LGBTQ+ love and pride when Broadway Backwards returns for its 20th anniversary on Monday, March 23, 2026.
Museum of Broadway to Host Special RENT Event With Tim Weil
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
The Museum of Broadway will host a 30th anniversary panel of RENT alums and a special reading of Making RENT: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2026
The Museum of Broadway will host a 30th anniversary panel of RENT alums and a special reading of Making RENT: The Story Behind the Music that Changed Broadway.
Black Theatre United Announces BTU Collective & New Board Members
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026
Black Theatre United (BTU) just announced the BTU Collective, a new wave of leadership within the organization. The BTU Collective is a dynamic collective of leaders, artists, and advocates committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within the theater industry.
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026
Black Theatre United (BTU) just announced the BTU Collective, a new wave of leadership within the organization. The BTU Collective is a dynamic collective of leaders, artists, and advocates committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within the theater industry.
Black Theatre United to Celebrate Black History Month With Special Talkback at NYPL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
Black Theatre United is inviting the public to celebrate Black History Month with a special one-night-only talkback exploring Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026
Black Theatre United is inviting the public to celebrate Black History Month with a special one-night-only talkback exploring Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way.
ENCORES! Series and More Set for New York City Center 2026 Winter/Spring Programs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026
New York City Center will present its 2025–2026 Winter/Spring season. From the Tony-honored Encores! series to internationally acclaimed dance companies and singular ballet artists, the season brings unforgettable performances to its stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 13, 2026
New York City Center will present its 2025–2026 Winter/Spring season. From the Tony-honored Encores! series to internationally acclaimed dance companies and singular ballet artists, the season brings unforgettable performances to its stage.
Student Blog: Before the Curtain Rises: A Look Into Pre-Show Rituals
by Student Blogger: Timothy Klimek - Dec 21, 2025
Take a very, very deep breath. Hold it. And let your mind leave everything else at the door. This is just one of the things I do to prepare myself for a performance.
by Student Blogger: Timothy Klimek - Dec 21, 2025
Take a very, very deep breath. Hold it. And let your mind leave everything else at the door. This is just one of the things I do to prepare myself for a performance.
Rachel Dratch, Wayne Brady and More Join 2026 Encores! Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
New York City Center has revealed additional cast members for the 2026 Encores! series, including Rachel Dratch, Wayne Brady, Claybourne Elder, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
New York City Center has revealed additional cast members for the 2026 Encores! series, including Rachel Dratch, Wayne Brady, Claybourne Elder, and more.
Video: Michael McElroy Tours SYNCOPATED STAGES at the Library for the Performing Arts
by Joey Mervis - Nov 29, 2025
Now on display at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is an exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater- Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way. Watch in this video as Curatorial Advisory Michael McElroy gives us a tour and some insight into how the exhibition came to be!
by Joey Mervis - Nov 29, 2025
Now on display at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is an exhibition highlighting the history of Black musical theater- Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way. Watch in this video as Curatorial Advisory Michael McElroy gives us a tour and some insight into how the exhibition came to be!
Photos: Inside the Black Theatre United Gala 2025 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 1, 2025
See photos from inside the Black Theatre United 2025 Gala. The evening was directed by (for the third year) by Jerry Dixon with musical direction by Joseph Joubert.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 1, 2025
See photos from inside the Black Theatre United 2025 Gala. The evening was directed by (for the third year) by Jerry Dixon with musical direction by Joseph Joubert.
PUNCH Will Offer Post-Show Conversations Following Select Performances
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a slate of Beyond the Stage programming around their Broadway premiere of Punch, which will offer audiences and the general public opportunities to enrich their experience with the show.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club has announced a slate of Beyond the Stage programming around their Broadway premiere of Punch, which will offer audiences and the general public opportunities to enrich their experience with the show.
Broadway Inspirational Voices and The Riverside Church Will Present THE GATHERING: ROOTED AND RISING
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2025
Broadway Inspirational Voices, in partnership with The Riverside Church, will present The Gathering: Rooted and Rising on September 15, 2025, in New York City. The evening will feature Gospel, Broadway, and Inspirational music alongside spoken word, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2025
Broadway Inspirational Voices, in partnership with The Riverside Church, will present The Gathering: Rooted and Rising on September 15, 2025, in New York City. The evening will feature Gospel, Broadway, and Inspirational music alongside spoken word, and more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Michael McElroy been in?
Michael McElroy has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Michael McElroy been in?
Michael McElroy has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Michael McElroy been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Big River:The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Big River, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Big River, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Big River and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Violet.
What awards has Michael McElroy won?
Michael McElroy has won several awards, including the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for his role in Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. He has also received the Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Big River.
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