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Tituss Burgess is perhaps best known for his role on The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, which he has received five Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Before that, he was a stage star. Past credits on Broadway include Guys and Dolls, The Little Mermaid, Jersey Boys and Good Vibrations. Regionally he was seen in The Wiz and Songs For A New World. In June 2016, Burgess reprised his role of "Sebastian the Crab" during the Hollywood Bowl concert event of The Little Mermaid. Burgess can be seen in the AppleTV musical cartoon series Central Park as Cole Tillerman, alongside Leslie Odom Jr., Kristen Bell, Daveed Diggs, Josh Gad, Kathryn Hahn and Stanley Tucci. Burgess most recently starred as Remy in a benefit concert presentation of Ratatouille the Musical, originated on TikTok, inspired by the 2007 Disney Pixar film.

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STAGE CREDITS

Oh, Mary! Oh, Mary!
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2024
Mary Todd Lincoln [Replacement]
Moulin Rouge! Moulin Rouge!
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Harold Zidler [Replacement]
Guys and Dolls Guys and Dolls
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Nicely-Nicely Johnson
The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Sebastian
The Wiz
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
La Jolla Revival, 2006
Lion
Jersey Boys Jersey Boys
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Hal Miller
Good Vibrations
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Eddie
Jersey Boys
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Regional Premiere, 2004
Performer
Good Vibrations
[Regional (US)]
Workshop, 2004
Performer
Abelard and Heloise
[New York]
Workshop, 2003
Other Roles

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Queen Latifah Will Lead CHICAGO Tribute Performance at the Tony Awards Photo
Queen Latifah Will Lead CHICAGO Tribute Performance at the Tony Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026

Queen Latifah will lead a special tribute performance to the musical Chicago, celebrating  the show's 30 years on Broadway, at this year's Tony Awards. Learn more here!
Interview: Laura Benanti begins a busy Tony Weekend with a Concert at Groton Hill Mus Photo
Interview: Laura Benanti begins a busy Tony Weekend with a Concert at Groton Hill Music Center
by R. Scott Reedy - May 30, 2026

Laura Benanti is in for a busy Tony weekend. The popular performer will join Tituss Burgess to co-host “The Tony Awards: Act One,” a live pre-show, which will include the presentation of the first round of this year’s Tony Awards, airing free on Pluto TV.
Broadway Watch Guide June 2026: HAMILTON Documentary, STOP! THAT! TRAIN! & More Photo
Broadway Watch Guide June 2026: HAMILTON Documentary, STOP! THAT! TRAIN! & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 1, 2026

This June, Broadway fans can beat the heat with a slew of new movies, shows, and music, including the movie musical Power Ballad, the disaster comedy Stop! That! Train!, and a new Hamilton documentary is coming to Disney+.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Original Cast to Perform at the 79th Annual Tony Awards Photo
THE BOOK OF MORMON Original Cast to Perform at the 79th Annual Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026

The original cast of The Book of Mormon will reunite for a special performance at the 79th Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.  
Tony Awards to Offer a Limited Number of Specially Discounted Tickets Photo
Tony Awards to Offer a Limited Number of Specially Discounted Tickets
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

A limited number of tickets for The 79th Annual Tony Awards will be available at a discounted rate of $495. Learn more about how to get discount tickets to the Tony Awards here!
SCHMIGADOON!, THE LOST BOYS, TITANIQUE and More to Perform at The Tony Awards Photo
SCHMIGADOON!, THE LOST BOYS, TITANIQUE and More to Perform at The Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026

The companies of the seven Best Musical and Best Revival of a Musical nominees will perform at the 79th Annual Tony Awards on Sunday, June 7 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.  
Laura Benanti and Tituss Burgess Will Host The Tony Awards: Act One Photo
Laura Benanti and Tituss Burgess Will Host The Tony Awards: Act One
by Nicole Rosky - May 20, 2026

Tony Award-winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti and six-time Emmy and SAG-nominated actor, musician, and writer Tituss Burgess will host THE TONY AWARDS: ACT ONE. We have all of the details here!
Frank Sinatra Jr. Musical HIT SHOW Will Make World Premiere at The Carnegie Photo
Frank Sinatra Jr. Musical HIT SHOW Will Make World Premiere at The Carnegie
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026

HIT SHOW, a new musical inspired by the 1963 kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr., will make its joint world premiere at The Carnegie and Southern Plains Productions, directed by Eamon Foley.
Meg Stalter Will Make Broadway Debut in OH, MARY! as 'Mary Todd Lincoln' Photo
Meg Stalter Will Make Broadway Debut in OH, MARY! as 'Mary Todd Lincoln'
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2026

Actress and comedian Meg Stalter will make her Broadway debut in Oh, Mary! this summer. Stalter, the breakout star of HBO’s TV comedy “Hacks,” will join the company as “Mary Todd Lincoln.'
Ana Gasteyer Responds to 'September L. Davis' Death: 'Knock 'Em Dead In Heaven' Photo
Ana Gasteyer Responds to 'September L. Davis' Death: 'Knock 'Em Dead In Heaven'
by Michael Major - May 8, 2026

Ana Gasteyer has responded to the passing of September L. Davis, her satirical Broadway diva character. The 'five-time Tony nominated Broadway legend's' Instagram account, which has amassed nearly 50,000 followers, confirmed her death this morning.
Review: THE NEW YORK POPS 43RD BIRTHDAY PARTY Was a Spectacular Celebration at Carneg Photo
Review: THE NEW YORK POPS 43RD BIRTHDAY PARTY Was a Spectacular Celebration at Carnegie Hall
by Andrew Poretz - May 1, 2026

The New York Pops’ 43rd Birthday Gala delivered a powerhouse celebration of Stephen Schwartz, with a stacked Broadway lineup. From “Defying Gravity” to “For Good,” it was a night of big voices, big emotion, and show-stopping moments.
Photos: Maya Rudolph Takes First Bows in OH, MARY! Photo
Photos: Maya Rudolph Takes First Bows in OH, MARY!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 29, 2026

Maya Rudolph made her Broadway debut in Oh, Mary!Also re-joining the cast are Phillip James Brannon, Cheyenne Jackson, and Bianca Leigh. Check out photos of their first bows here!
Photos: Ben Platt, Lindsay Mendez, and More at the New York Pops Gala Honoring Stephe Photo
Photos: Ben Platt, Lindsay Mendez, and More at the New York Pops Gala Honoring Stephen Schwartz
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 28, 2026

The New York Pops held their 43rd Birthday Gala, Changed for Good: A Celebration of Stephen Schwartz, at Carnegie Hall. Performers included Ben Platt, Lindsay Mendez, and more. Check out photos from the event here!
Maya Rudolph Will Begin Performances in OH, MARY! Tonight Photo
Maya Rudolph Will Begin Performances in OH, MARY! Tonight
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

Maya Rudolph is set to make her Broadway debut in Oh, Mary! alongside Phillip James Brannon, Cheyenne Jackson, and Bianca Leigh who will also return to the cast.
THE THREE MEXICAN TENORS To Be Presented By Pacific Symphony Photo
THE THREE MEXICAN TENORS To Be Presented By Pacific Symphony
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026

Pacific Symphony will present THE THREE MEXICAN TENORS, featuring Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez alongside his father Jorge Lopez-Yañez and Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.
Tituss Burgess, Neil Patrick Harris Will Star in New Animated Children's Series Photo
Tituss Burgess, Neil Patrick Harris Will Star in New Animated Children's Series
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

​​​​​​​Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt stars Tituss Burgess and Ellie Kemper will reunite in The Elephant & Piggie Show! for Paramount+. Additionally, Neil Patrick Harris is slated to voice “The Bus Driver” in The Pigeon Show! Starring The Pigeon.
Tituss Burgess and Heather Headley to Headline Signature & Wolf Trap's BROADWAY IN TH Photo
Tituss Burgess and Heather Headley to Headline Signature & Wolf Trap's BROADWAY IN THE PARK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2026

Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts have revealed the headliners for the sixth annual musical theater collaboration, Broadway in the Park: Tituss Burgess and Heather Headley!
Tituss Burgess, Norbert Leo Butz and Audra McDonald Set for 26-27 Hobby Center Lineup Photo
Tituss Burgess, Norbert Leo Butz and Audra McDonald Set for 26-27 Hobby Center Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2026

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts has revealed the Beyond Broadway 2026-2027 season. Beginning October 2026, the fourth season will include Tituss Burgess, Norbert Leo Butz, and Audra McDonald.
Video: Maya Rudolph is Fulfilling Lifelong Broadway Dreams in OH, MARY! Photo
Video: Maya Rudolph is Fulfilling Lifelong Broadway Dreams in OH, MARY!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2026

Long-awaited Broadway dreams are finally coming true for Maya Rudolph. The Emmy-winner and SNL veteran will soon make her Broadway debut in Cole Escola's Oh, Mary!, fulfilling a childhood wish for the performer.
Photos: Find Out Which LGBTQIA+ Icons Came Out to Celebrate Opening Night of TITANQUE Photo
Photos: Find Out Which LGBTQIA+ Icons Came Out to Celebrate Opening Night of TITANQUE
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 14, 2026

Titanique, inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, is now open on Broadway. Check out photos of the show's guests arriving on the red carpet here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Tituss Burgess been in?

Tituss Burgess has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Tituss Burgess been in?

Tituss Burgess has not appeared in the West End.

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