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Aaron Lazar

Aaron is an actor, singer, producer, and entrepreneur from Cherry Hill, NJ. An athlete and performer in high school, Aaron graduated magna cum laude from Duke University where he studied pre-med and music.

Date of Birth: June 21, 1976 (50)

Birth Place: Cherry Hill, New Jersey, USA

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BIO

Aaron is an actor, singer, producer, and entrepreneur from Cherry Hill, NJ. An athlete and performer in high school, Aaron graduated magna cum laude from Duke University where he studied pre-med and music. After earning an MFA in musical theater from the Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, Aaron put plans of being a doctor on hold and moved to New York City. His career spans Broadway, Television, Film, and Concerts and has allowed him to share his passion for the arts with audiences worldwide.

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STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2021
Larry Murphy
[Los Angeles]
Wallis Annenberg Center Production, 2016
Frankin Shephard
[New York]
City Center Encores! Off-Center Production, 2015
Roger
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Arthur Milburn
[New York]
Encores! Concert, 2012
Performer
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Count Carl-Magnus Malcolm
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Ben Joplin
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Charles Darnay
[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2006
Enjolras
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Fabrizio Naccarelli [Replacement]
[West End]
English National Opera Production, 2005
Gabey
[Regional (US)]
Regional Production, 2003
Performer
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Joe [Replacement], Curly (Understudy) [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Sam Carmichael [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1988
Fireman [Replacement], Raoul (Understudy) [Replacement]
[New York]
Workshop, 2001
Robbie Gould

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Movies

The Notorious Bettie Page
[ 2005 ] Jake
Company
[ 2011 ] Paul
J. Edgar
[ 2011 ] Prosecutor Wilentz
The Wolf of Wall Street
[ 2013 ] Blair Hollingsworth
This Is Where I Leave You
[ 2014 ] Barry Weissman
Avengers: Infinity War
[ 2018 ] Doctor Strange Double
Avengers: Endgame
[ 2019 ] Doctor Strange Double
Everything Everywhere All at Once
[ 2022 ] TV Musical - Soldier

TV Shows

The Equalizer
[ 2024 ] Hunter Roberts
Countdown
[ 2025-2025 ] George Shelby

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Aaron Lazar, Les Miserables

News

Photos: Norm Lewis, Kate Baldwin & More Celebrate Aaron Lazar at EXTRAORDINARY
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2026

A benefit concert at Bell Theater at Bell Works honored ALS-diagnosed Broadway star Aaron Lazar, drawing performers including Kate Baldwin, Norbert Leo Butz and Patrick Wilson to raise funds for his family. See photos of the event.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 1, 2026- Inside MOULIN ROUGE! Closing Night and More
by - Sep 1, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 1, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Watch BROADWAY SINGS FOR AARON LAZAR- Watch the Full Concert
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 31, 2026

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, just yesterday, two-time Tony nominee Kate Baldwin (Hello, Dolly, Finian's Rainbow) hosted “Extraordinary: Broadway Sings for Aaron Lazar,' a special one-night benefit concert at Bell Theater at Bell Works, directed by Hunter Foster with music direction by Nate Patten, produced by Axelrod's Executive Artistic Director Andrew DePrisco. 100% of the funds raised at 'Extraordinary: Broadway Sings for Aaron Lazar' will be donated directly to Lazar. Watch the video here!
Interview: Theatre Life with Anne Tolpegin
by Elliot Lanes - Aug 18, 2026

Today’s subject Anne Tolpegin is currently living her theatre life on tour playing the roles of Allie’s Mother and Nurse Lori in The Notebook. The show begins performances this evening at the National Theatre where it will play through August 30th.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 21, 2026- Learn About How Inflation Impacts Broadway and More
by - Jul 21, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 21, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Kate Baldwin, Norbert Leo Butz and More to Join BROADWAY SINGS FOR AARON LAZAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2026

Two-time Tony nominee Kate Baldwin will host “Extraordinary: Broadway Sings for Aaron Lazar,' a special one-night benefit concert at Bell Theater at Bell Works.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 20, 2026- Gen Z is Obsessed with Movies, Why Not Broadway? and More
by - Jul 20, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 20, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Exclusive: Aaron Lazar Thanks Broadway for Their Support, Says He’ll ‘Be on a Stage’ Someday ‘Soon’
by Michael Gioia - Jul 19, 2026

Aaron Lazar is grateful for the support from the Broadway community and beyond amid his journey living with slow-moving ALS. ‘I had no idea that this many people love me,’ he tells BroadwayWorld.
Exclusive: Aaron Lazar Candidly Opens Up About ALS, Says He Wants to ‘End This F—ing Disease’
by Michael Gioia - Jul 17, 2026

In a candid conversation with BroadwayWorld, beloved actor Aaron Lazar discusses the progression of his ALS diagnosis and says his purpose ‘feels more exciting to me than dying.’
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 23, 2026- Go Inside the Jimmy Awards and More
by - Jun 23, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
GoFundMe Launched to Support Aaron Lazar in His Battle With ALS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2026

A GoFundMe has been launched to support Broadway actor Aaron Lazar in his continued battle with ALS. Lazar publicly revealed his diagnosis in 2024. Learn more about the Broadway actor, and about how to donate to the GoFundMe.
Video: Andrew Rannells Joins Aaron Lazar on His 'Impossible Dreams' Podcast
by Michael Major - Oct 14, 2025

Andrew Rannells joined Aaron Lazar on the latest episode of his podcast, Impossible Dreams. Watch a video of them discussing Rannells' journey from Omaha dinner theaters to Broadway, how he padded his resume, and more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 8, 2025- SIX Celebrates Four Years on Broadway and More
by - Oct 8, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 8, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Watch: Aaron Lazar Launches IMPOSSIBLE DREAMS Video Podcast
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025

Aaron Lazar has launched the Impossible Dreams video podcast, an intimate journey into the lives of extraordinary people who embody resilience, hope, and transformation. Watch the first two episodes here!
Stars You May Not Have Known Were in MAMMA MIA!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2025

Mamma Mia! is back on Broadway! As we celebrate the homecoming of this iconic Broadway staple, we're taking a look back on some of the notable stars who have appeared in various productions of Mamma Mia! around the world!
My Friends: A Sondheim Concert Comes to TheaterWorks Hartford
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2025

TheaterWorks Hartford, under the leadership of Artistic Director Rob Ruggiero and Managing Director Jeff Griffin, have announced a benefit concert to kick-off the organization’s 40th anniversary season. 
Aaron Lazar Joins Substack to Discuss Show Business, Self Transformation & More
by Michael Major - May 7, 2025

Broadway alum Aaron Lazar has joined Substack! The Grammy-nominee's new blog promises to share a look inside his experience with 'show business and self transformation.'
Photos: Cynthia Erivo, Kelli O'Hara & More Broadway Stars at the GRAMMYS
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2025

Several Broadway alums were in attendance at The 67th GRAMMY Awards last night, including Cynthia Erivo who performed a rendition of Fly Me to the Moon in honor of the late Quincy Jones. Take a look at photos from the evening here!
Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, & More Win 2025 GRAMMY Awards- Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 2, 2025

It's music's biggest night! Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, and more took home awards at The 67th Annual GRAMMYs, now available to rewatch on Paramount+. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here!
John Tartaglia, Marcia Milgrom Dodge, Rob Ruggiero & More Join The Muny 107th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2025

The Muny has revealed the teams of directors, choreographers, music directors and lead designers whose creative visions will bring the theatre’s bold 2025 season to life. Learn more about the upcoming season!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Aaron Lazar been in?

Aaron Lazar has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Aaron Lazar been in?

Aaron Lazar has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Aaron Lazar's first West End show?

Aaron Lazar's first West End show was On the Town which opened in 2005

What awards has Aaron Lazar been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Les Miserables.

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