Babak Tafti
Latest News on Babak Tafti:
Photos: LOWCOUNTRY At Atlantic Theater Company (Jun 10, 2025)
Spotlight: LOWCOUNTRY at Atlantic Theater Company (May 13, 2025)
Casts Set for A FREEKY INTRODUCTION and LOWCOUNTRY at Atlantic Theater Company (Apr 8, 2025)
Photos: LOWCOUNTRY At Atlantic Theater Company (Jun 10, 2025)
Spotlight: LOWCOUNTRY at Atlantic Theater Company (May 13, 2025)
Casts Set for A FREEKY INTRODUCTION and LOWCOUNTRY at Atlantic Theater Company (Apr 8, 2025)
BIO
Babak Tafti was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA. He is an actor, known for Succession (2018), Super Pumped (2022) and The Feeling That the Time for Doing Something Has Passed (2023)
Off-Broadway: The North Pool, Vineyard Theatre; The In-Between, Noor Theatre. Regional: O.P.C., A.R.T.; Scorched, A.C.T.; Blood and Gifts, La Jolla Playhouse; The North Pool, Much Ado About Nothing, Barrington Stage Company. TV: “Blue Bloods,” “Nurse Jackie,” “Orange Is the New Black.” M.F.A. from the Yale School of Drama.
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TV: Watch Highlights of Chukwudi Iwuji, Corey Stoll & More in OTHELLO at Shakespeare in the Park!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-06-14 15:17:19
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Photos: LOWCOUNTRY At Atlantic Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company has released first look photos of Lowcountry starring Jodi Balfour (“Ted Lasso”), Keith Kupferer (Ghostlight), and Babak Tafti (“Succession”). The play is written by Abby Rosebrock (Blue Ridge) and directed by Tony Award nominee Jo Bonney (Cost of Living).
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company has released first look photos of Lowcountry starring Jodi Balfour (“Ted Lasso”), Keith Kupferer (Ghostlight), and Babak Tafti (“Succession”). The play is written by Abby Rosebrock (Blue Ridge) and directed by Tony Award nominee Jo Bonney (Cost of Living).
Spotlight: LOWCOUNTRY at Atlantic Theater Company
by BWW Special Offer - May 13, 2025
Lowcountry Tickets Now on Sale! When Tally, a down-and-out actress and gig worker, returns to her rural hometown, she swipes right on a disgraced high-school teacher fresh out of an ankle bracelet. Lowcountry is a dark, twisted romcom about the psychic distress of looking for love in the digital age and the carceral state.
by BWW Special Offer - May 13, 2025
Lowcountry Tickets Now on Sale! When Tally, a down-and-out actress and gig worker, returns to her rural hometown, she swipes right on a disgraced high-school teacher fresh out of an ankle bracelet. Lowcountry is a dark, twisted romcom about the psychic distress of looking for love in the digital age and the carceral state.
Casts Set for A FREEKY INTRODUCTION and LOWCOUNTRY at Atlantic Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company has revealed the casts for the upcoming world premieres of A Freeky Introduction and Lowcountry. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2025
Atlantic Theater Company has revealed the casts for the upcoming world premieres of A Freeky Introduction and Lowcountry. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Tamara Tunie & More to Star in THE TASTERS Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2024
Tamara Tunie, Colby Minifie, Kaley Ronayne, Babak Tafti, and Rad Pereira star in an industry reading of Meghan Brown's new play, The Tasters.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2024
Tamara Tunie, Colby Minifie, Kaley Ronayne, Babak Tafti, and Rad Pereira star in an industry reading of Meghan Brown's new play, The Tasters.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023
It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023
There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, Mac-Haydn Theatre & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023
It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards December 5th Standings; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023
It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023
Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; BRIGHT STAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023
The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards; Mac-Haydn Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Nov 13, 2023
The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Nov 13, 2023
The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Berkshires Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
VIDEO: ENGLISH at Barrington Stage Company
by Alan Henry - Oct 10, 2023
BroadwayWorld has a first look at English at Barrington Stage Company. Four students meet regularly in an Iran classroom to prepare to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) proficiency exam. Despite their shared native language, they have to learn to communicate and connect in a classroom with only one rule: English Only!
by Alan Henry - Oct 10, 2023
BroadwayWorld has a first look at English at Barrington Stage Company. Four students meet regularly in an Iran classroom to prepare to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) proficiency exam. Despite their shared native language, they have to learn to communicate and connect in a classroom with only one rule: English Only!
Playwright Sanaz Toossi & More to Star in ENGLISH at Barrington Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2023
Discover the star-studded cast lined up for the highly anticipated production of ENGLISH at Barrington Stage Company. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the talent and brilliance in this must-see performance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 20, 2023
Discover the star-studded cast lined up for the highly anticipated production of ENGLISH at Barrington Stage Company. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the talent and brilliance in this must-see performance.
Director Zen Pace's FRAUD Has Been Selected for Tribeca Film Festival
by Marissa Tomeo - May 4, 2022
Director Zen Pace’s debut narrative short FRAUD starring Dana Aliya Levinson (STARZ’s American Gods) and Babak Tafti (Showtime’s Super Pumped), subverts the crime thriller genre by centering marginalized characters grappling with identity, love, and immigrant experiences. Levinson also wrote this timely tale. The Tribeca Film Festival is FRAUD’s World Premiere and the film is screening in competition.
by Marissa Tomeo - May 4, 2022
Director Zen Pace’s debut narrative short FRAUD starring Dana Aliya Levinson (STARZ’s American Gods) and Babak Tafti (Showtime’s Super Pumped), subverts the crime thriller genre by centering marginalized characters grappling with identity, love, and immigrant experiences. Levinson also wrote this timely tale. The Tribeca Film Festival is FRAUD’s World Premiere and the film is screening in competition.
Showtime Picks up Second Season of SUPER PUMPED Anthology Series
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2022
The new season will focus on the relationship at the center of that metamorphosis – between Sheryl Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg – and the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result. The second season pickup comes ahead of the premiere of the first installment SUPER PUMPED: THE BATTLE FOR UBER.
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2022
The new season will focus on the relationship at the center of that metamorphosis – between Sheryl Sandberg and Mark Zuckerberg – and the world-changing forces unleashed, intentionally and unintentionally, as a result. The second season pickup comes ahead of the premiere of the first installment SUPER PUMPED: THE BATTLE FOR UBER.
VIDEO: Showtime Releases SUPER PUMPED: THE BATTLE FOR UBER Trailer
by Michael Major - Jan 27, 2022
Starring Emmy® winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7), Emmy winner Kyle Chandler (Bloodline, Friday Night Lights) and Oscar® and Emmy nominee Uma Thurman (Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction), the first season is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: the Battle For Uber. Watch the new trailer now!
by Michael Major - Jan 27, 2022
Starring Emmy® winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7), Emmy winner Kyle Chandler (Bloodline, Friday Night Lights) and Oscar® and Emmy nominee Uma Thurman (Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction), the first season is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: the Battle For Uber. Watch the new trailer now!
Showtime to Debut SUPER PUMPED: THE BATTLE FOR UBER
by Michael Major - Nov 23, 2021
Starring Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7), Emmy winner Kyle Chandler (Bloodline, Friday Night Lights) and Oscar®and Emmy nominee Uma Thurman (Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction), the first season is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber.
by Michael Major - Nov 23, 2021
Starring Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt (The Trial of the Chicago 7), Emmy winner Kyle Chandler (Bloodline, Friday Night Lights) and Oscar®and Emmy nominee Uma Thurman (Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction), the first season is based on Mike Isaac’s bestselling book Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber.
Uma Thurman to Star in New SHOWTIME Series as Arianna Huffington
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2021
Thurman will star as Arianna Huffington, the businesswoman and co-founder of The Huffington Post, who was an Uber board member. She joins Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler.
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2021
Thurman will star as Arianna Huffington, the businesswoman and co-founder of The Huffington Post, who was an Uber board member. She joins Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Kyle Chandler.
Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, February 25- with Brian Stokes Mitchell, Alex Brightman and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 25, 2021
Today (February 25) in live streaming: its Game Night on Stars in the House, Brian Stokes Mitchell on Backstage Live, and more!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 25, 2021
Today (February 25) in live streaming: its Game Night on Stars in the House, Brian Stokes Mitchell on Backstage Live, and more!
MCC Theater Announces THE THINGS ARE AGAINST US Starring Juan Castano, Emily Davis, Susannah Flood and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2021
MCC Theater announced today The Things Are Against Us will be the next LiveLab in their one-act digital reading series. The Things Are Against Us will stream on MCC’s YouTube Channel on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 6:30PM EST and tickets will include access to watch through February 27, 2021.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2021
MCC Theater announced today The Things Are Against Us will be the next LiveLab in their one-act digital reading series. The Things Are Against Us will stream on MCC’s YouTube Channel on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 6:30PM EST and tickets will include access to watch through February 27, 2021.
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