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Norbert Leo Butz

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BIO

Norbert Leo Butz is a two-time Tony Award winner for Best Actor in a Musical and is one of only nine actors ever to have won the award twice as lead actor. He first won for his work in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and won again for his work in Catch Me If You Can. He was additionally nominated for a Tony for his work in Thou Shalt Not and My Fair Lady. The star of 11 Broadway shows, he is also a five-time Drama Desk nominee and two-time winner, amongst other stage accolades. On television, Butz will next be seen starring on FX's "Justified" reboot and has previously starred on Hulu's "The Girl from Plainville," David Zabel and Ridley Scott's "Mercy Street" on PBS, "Bloodline" on Netflix, as "Paddy Chayefsky" on "Fosse/Verdon" for F/X, and "Debris" for NBC. Films include Sean Penn's Flag Day, Peter Hedges' Dan in Real Life, Sony's Higher Ground, opposite and directed by Vera Farmiga, Craig Zisk's The English Teacher, Better Living Through Chemistry, opposite Sam Rockwell, 2020 Sundance pic Luce, directed by Julius Onah, and the recent indie comedy, Give or Take. He received a BFA from Webster University and an MFA from Alabama Shakespeare Theatre.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
MTC Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2024
Kostya


[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Jacob


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Alfred P. Doolittle


[Off-Broadway]
The New Group World Premiere, 2017
Michael


[Off-Broadway]
MCC World Premiere Developmental Reading, 2016
Kent


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Edward Bloom


[Broadway]
2012
Jack


[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2012
Uncle Peck


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Agent Carl Hanratty


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Jeffrey Skilling


[Broadway]
20th Anniversary Revival, 2008
Charlie Fox [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
2008
Adam


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Widow Daisy Tillou

Jean-François Millet

Widow Daisy Tillou

Jean-François Millet

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2006
Freddy Benson


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Freddy


[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2004
Freddy Benson


[New York]
Reading, 2004
Freddy


[New York]
Reading, 2003
[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Fiyero

[Replacement]


[Replacement]

[San Francisco (Regional)]
World Premiere, 2003


[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2002
Jigger Craigin


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Jamie




[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Camille Raquin


[Off-Broadway]
2001
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
2000
Jerry Levine


[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Roger Davis [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Mark Cohen, Roger Davis (Understudy) [Replacement]

Roger Davis (Understudy) [Replacement]

Mark Cohen (Understudy) [Replacement]

Mark Cohen, Roger Davis (Unknown) [Replacement]

Roger Davis (Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

Mark Cohen (Unknown) [Replacement]

Mark Cohen, Roger Davis (Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

Mark Cohen (Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

Roger Davis (Unknown) [Replacement]

Mark Cohen, Roger Davis (Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

[US Tour]
National Tour, 1999
Emcee


[New York]
Workshop, 2005
Performer


Movies

Went to Coney Island on a Mission from God... Be Back by Five
[ 1998 ] Pawnbroker
Looking for an Echo
[ 2000 ] Vocals for Anthony, Norbert Butz
New World Order
[ 2002 ] Howard Philips
West of Here
[ 2002 ] Josiah Blackwell
Wicked
[ 2003 ] Fiyero
Dan in Real Life
[ 2007 ] Clay
Fair Game
[ 2010 ] Steve
Higher Ground
[ 2011 ] Ptor Bill
Greetings from Tim Buckley
[ 2012 ] Hal Wilner
Disconnect
[ 2012 ] Peter
The English Teacher
[ 2013 ] Vice Principal Phil Pelki
Better Living Through Chemistry
[ 2014 ] Agent Andrew Carp
Good Posture
[ 2019 ] Neil
Wonder Park
[ 2019 ] Peanut
Luce
[ 2019 ] Principal Dan
Give or Take
[ 2020 ] Ted
Flag Day
[ 2021 ] Doc
Better Nate Than Ever
[ 2022 ] Rex
A Complete Unknown
[ 2024 ] Alan Lomax

TV Shows

Bloodline
Kevin Rayburn
Mercy Street
Dr. Byron Hale
American Sports Story
Bill Belichick

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, My Fair Lady

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, My Fair Lady


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Catch Me If You Can

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Catch Me If You Can


winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Catch Me If You Can


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Leading Actor in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
Drama League Awards - 2005 - Distinguished Performance Award

Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actor - Play

Norbert Leo ButzBuicks


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, The Last 5 Years

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Thou Shalt Not

The Lortels - 2002 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Norbert Leo Butz, The Last 5 Years

Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Norbert Leo Butz, Thou Shalt Not

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News


Christopher J. Hanke, Norbert Leo Butz and More to Join BROADWAY ROCKS CANCER Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025

Summit Health Cares' Broadway Rocks Cancer will take place at South Orange Performing Arts Center and will be hosted by Christopher J. Hanke.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 3, 2025- Grosses Hit $48,363,979 and More
by - Dec 3, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 3, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Daniel Breaker, Norbert Leo Butz and Michelle Federer to Star in THE NAUGHTY LIST Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025

Mitchell Maxwell, Laura Janik Cronin, Alyssa Melani and Willette Klausner will present a private, by-invitation-only industry presentation of The Naughty List a new comedy by New York Times bestselling author Tawni O’Dell.
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Comes to the Colony Theatre in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025

The Colony Theatre has announced a new production of Catch Me If You Can, the musical, in 2026. Learn more about the upcoming production and how to get tickets here!
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.
Meet the Cast of THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Performances are now underway for the Broadway premiere of The Queen of Versailles. Previews begin on October 8. Meet the cast of The Queen of Versailles here and read bios of the show's stars and cast!
Photos: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of PUNCH
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 7, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club's American premiere of Punch, by James Graham, celebrated opening night at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre just last week. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals Special guests included Bernadette Peters, Josh Radnor, Norbert Leo Butz, Zosia Mamet, Bonnie Milligan, Margaret Colin, and many more. 
Video: Jessica Phillips Sings WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND Title Song
by Joshua Wright - Sep 16, 2025

Watch Jessica Phillips prefor the title track from the new musical, 'What We Leave Behind', playing Sept 24-Oct 5, 2025 at Theatre Raleigh. Phillips is accompanied by Music Director Beth G Tankersley.
BWW Q&A: Jessica Phillips Talks WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND at Theatre Raleigh
by Joshua Wright - Sep 16, 2025

Theatre Raleigh will continue its 2025 season with the developmental production of 'What We Leave Behind,' a powerful and deeply personal new musical exploring love, resilience and the impact of chronic illness on family.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 9, 2025
by - Sep 9, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 9, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Original 'Fiyero' Norbert Leo Butz Sees WICKED For the First Time in 20 Years
by Michael Major - Sep 8, 2025

Broadway's original 'Fiyero,' Norbert Leo Butz, returned to the Gershwin Theatre to catch a performance of the long-running musical, his first time seeing the production in over 20 years. See photos!
Review: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at The Marriott Theatre is a Groovy, Far Out Nod to 60's Pop Culture
by James Lindhorst - Sep 4, 2025

Marriott Theater’s production of Catch Me If You Can works on every level. It is funny and ridiculously entertaining. The cast has immense chemistry, and their execution of the material is next level. It’s a Broadway quality production and is as close to musical theater perfection as a show can be. It could easily be transferred from Chicago to New York’s Circle in the Square as is, and it would likely outperform the original Broadway run. It is just that good. Stopping short of using the must see cliché that was mentioned earlier, its highly recommended that if you are within a five-hour drive of Chicago, that you buy a ticket, jump in your car, make the drive and see this absolute gem of a show. It will likely be the among the best musicals you will see this year.What did our critic think of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN at Marriott Theatre?
New Musical WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND Comes to Theatre Raleigh
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025

​​​​​​​ Theatre Raleigh will continue its 2025 season with the developmental production of 'What We Leave Behind,' a powerful and deeply personal new musical exploring love, resilience and the impact of chronic illness on family.
Sherie Rene Scott Joins the Cast of THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025

Sherie Rene Scott will join the company of The Queen of Versailles on Broadway. Learn more about the cast and upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets!
Tony-Winner Stephanie J. Block, Megan Hilty, Norbert Leo Butz and More Set for Aventura Arts & Cultural Center 2025/2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2025

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center will celebrate its 15th anniversary season in 2025/2026 with concerts, Broadway stars, comedy, tributes, and dance in Aventura, FL. Highlights include performances by Stephanie J. Block, Megan Hilty, Donna McKechnie, Norbert Leo Butz, and more.
Norbert Leo Butz and Elizabeth Stanley Will Lead Private Industry Presentation Of TIME STOPS
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2025

Bonlo LLC will present Time Stops, a new musical about grief, reinvention, and the power of creative connection, in a private, invitation-only industry presentation on May 30 at Manhattan Theatre Club Studios in New York City.
2025 Drama League Awards Winners- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - May 16, 2025

The best of Broadway is gathered at the at the Ziegfeld Ballroom to celebrate the 91st Annual Drama League Awards. BroadwayWorld is bringing you live updates from inside the ceremony. Check back to find out who wins!
Norbert Leo Butz to Lead New Film ALFALFA From Jack Fessenden
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025

Norbert Leo Butz is set to lead the new thriller film Alfalfa, helmed by writer/director Jack Fessenden. The indie movie features an ensemble cast that also includes Toby Huss, Virginia Kull, Marcus Scribner, Barkhad Abdi, and James Le Gros.
Norbert Leo Butz, Kate Baldwin and More Join SONGS FROM THE REAL KYLE MCCARREN At Joe's Pub
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025

Writer-performers Andy Roninson (Jonathan Larson Grant recipient) and Sean McVerry (DangerMouse, AURORA) present the concert debut of their award-winning musical THE REAL KYLE McCARREN at Joe's Pub on May 19th, 2025.
John Douglas Thompson and More to be Honored at Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025

John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement and more when Red Bull Theater presents the annual Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more and see how to attend.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Norbert Leo Butz been in?

Norbert Leo Butz has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.

How many West End shows has Norbert Leo Butz been in?

Norbert Leo Butz has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Norbert Leo Butz been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for My Fair Lady, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for My Fair Lady, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Catch Me If You Can, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Catch Me If You Can, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Catch Me If You Can, Best Leading Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Buicks, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Last 5 Years, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Thou Shalt Not , Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for The Last 5 Years and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Thou Shalt Not.

What awards has Norbert Leo Butz won?

Norbert Leo Butz has received several prestigious awards throughout his career. He won the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for My Fair Lady. He received the Outstanding Actor in a Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards and the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical from the Tony Awards for Catch Me If You Can. For Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, he earned the Best Leading Actor in a Musical award from the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding Actor in a Musical from the Drama Desk Awards, the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards, Outstanding Actor in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical from the Tony Awards. Additionally, he won the Outstanding Actor - Play award from the Drama Desk Awards for Buicksand and the Outstanding Actor - Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for The Last 5 Years.

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