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BIO

Ben Caplan is a New York based Composer, Actor, and Music Director. He has been seen as Christian Grey in both the Off-Broadway and National Tour of 50 SHADES, THE MUSICAL! as well as in Barrington Stage Company's production of John Guare's HIS GIRL FRIDAY. As a music director and arranger, Ben has worked through NYU, The People's Improv Theater, the New York Musical Theatre Festival and Feinstein's/54 Below. TheBenCaplanNYC@gmail.com

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STAGE CREDITS

[West End]
2023
Witch

Doctor

Murderer

Witch

Doctor

Murderer

[West End]
2022
Sherlock Holmes [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[West End]
London Production, 2022
Arragon/Duke/Solanio


[West End]
Original Production, 2017
Ted


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Music

Ben CaplanOld Stock: A Refugee Love Story

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54 Below to Celebrate the Holiday Season with Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, Joy Woods and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

54 BELOW will celebrate the happiest time of the year with an incredible lineup of performances by Tony winner Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Darius de Haas, and more.
24th Annual San Diego International Film Festival Reveals 2025 Slate
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

The San Diego International Film Festival has unveiled its lineup for the 34th season, running from October 15 to 19. This year, the theme is 'Where Culture, Coast and Cinema Collide,' and features 108 titles in Gala, Narrative, Documentary, Spotlight and Short Selections.
Ben Caplan, Tam Williams & More Join SUNNY AFTERNOON Tour; Full Cast Announced
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Sonia Friedman Productions and ATG Productions have just announced the full company for the 2025/2026 UK tour of the multi Olivier Award-winning hit musical SUNNY AFTERNOON opening at the Manchester Palace Theatre on 11 October 2025. 
Review: FAYGELE, Marylebone Theatre
by Clementine Scott - May 7, 2025

Faygele deserves credit for its empathy, and how it can resonate with those both within and outside the Jewish and queer communities.
54/54/54 Returns to 54 Below This Week
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2025

Now celebrating its sixth consecutive year, this high-energy theatrical event challenges 54 performers to deliver 54 songs—each in just 54 seconds—pushing artistry, comedy, and chaos to thrilling new heights.
See Tom Kitt Featuring Ariana DeBose and More at 54 Below in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. The lineup includes Tom Kitt featuring Ariana DeBose, plus more! 
Photos: FAYGELE World Premiere at Marylebone Theatre First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2025

Ilan Galkoff, Ben Caplan, Clara Francis, Andrew Paul, and Yiftach Mizrahi will star in the world premiere of Shimmy Braun’s Faygele. Get a first look at photos here.
Cast Set for FAYGELE World Premiere at Marylebone Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Ilan Galkoff, Ben Caplan, Clara Francis, Andrew Paul and Yiftach Mizrahi will star in the world premiere of Shimmy Braun’s  Faygele, directed by Will Nunziata, at London’s Marylebone Theatre. Learn more!
Review Roundup: AS LONG AS WE ARE BREATHING at Arcola Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2025

A real-life story about trauma, survival and ultimately healing, As Long As We Are Breathing is currently running at Arcola Theatre. See what the critics are saying and read the reviews.
Review: AS LONG AS WE ARE BREATHING, Arcola Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Jan 31, 2025

Miriam Freedman's stroy is both a tribute to Human Spirit and a warning for today
See NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2024

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Norm Lewis and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
AS LONG AS WE ARE BREATHING Comes to the Arcola Theatre in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2024

As Long As We Are Breathing combines physical theatre and music with audio and video to depict the extraordinary journey of Miriam Freedman who, after surviving the Holocaust, managed to find her way to forgiveness.
See Lorna Luft & Andrea McArdle and More at 54 Below in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2024

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lorna Luft and Andrea McCardle and more.
54 Below Celebrates The Holiday Season With Storm Large, Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, and More
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024

54 Below will celebrate the happiest time of the year with a lineup of performances by Longlegs star Alicia Witt, award winning Nicole Henry, Tony® nominee Melissa Errico, and more.
A SHERLOCK CAROL to Return To Marylebone Theatre For Third Festive Season; Full Cast Revealed
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024

DEM Productions has announced final casting for the critically acclaimed production, written and directed by Mark Shanahan, which plays a festive season at Marylebone Theatre from Friday 29 November 2024 - Sunday 5 January 2025.
Review Roundup: REDLANDS at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2024

See what the critics are saying about Redlands at Chichester Festival Theatre. Read the reviews from the major critics about the production, directed by Chichester Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director Justin Audibert, and learn more!
Review: REDLANDS, Chichester Festival Theatre
by Debbie Gilpin - Oct 1, 2024

'The quality of mercy is not strained; it droppeth as the gentle rain from heaven upon the place beneath.' Charlotte Jones’ new play delves into a curious pocket of showbiz history, with Michael Havers QC at the centre of it all. Fresh from a momentous victory, he is personally selected by The Rolling Stones’ manager Allen Klein to defend Mick Jagger and Keith Richards in their upcoming trial - and all the while, his teenage son Nigel is trying to work out how to break the news that he doesn’t want to go into the law, he’d much rather be an actor.
Marueen Lipman Will Lead New Play Reading at JW3
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2024

JW3 has announced Maureen Lipman for the exclusive first public play reading of Trudy Zeller Lives Here by Allan Leas and directed by Joe Harmston on Sunday 29 September 2024 at 7.30pm.
Anthony Calf, Ben Caplan & More to Star in REDLANDS at Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024

Chichester Festival Theatre has revealed the full cast for REDLANDS. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
New Play HAFFKINE Will Have a Rehearsed Reading at JW3
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2024

New play HAFFKINE will have a rehearsed reading at JW3 on Monday 10 June 2024 at 7pm.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Ben Caplan been in?

Ben Caplan has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Ben Caplan been in?

Ben Caplan has appeared on London's West End in 6 shows.

What was Ben Caplan's first West End show?

Ben Caplan's first West End show was The Knowledge which opened in 2017

What awards has Ben Caplan been nominated for?

and Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Old Stock: A Refugee Love Story.

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