Ben Edelman
Latest News on Ben Edelman:
Life Jacket Theatre Company Reveals Creative Teams for WRITERS ROOM Spring 2025 Showcase (May 28, 2025)
2025 Theatre World Awards Winners Announced (May 5, 2025)
79th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony Set for June 2025 (Sep 23, 2024)
Life Jacket Theatre Company Reveals Creative Teams for WRITERS ROOM Spring 2025 Showcase (May 28, 2025)
2025 Theatre World Awards Winners Announced (May 5, 2025)
79th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony Set for June 2025 (Sep 23, 2024)
BIO
Ben Edelman is thrilled to be making his Broadway debut! Off-Broadway: Significant Other (Roundabout). NY Readings: Admissions (Lincoln Center), Mary Seacoal (MTC-Ars Nova), The Blameless (MTC). TV: "The Good Wife," "Braindead" (CBS). Regional: Angels in America, Three Sisters, Trojan Women. Thanks to family, friends, Roundabout, Trip, Josh, Innovative and AC Management for making this possible! Carnegie Mellon University ’15.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Max (Albania)
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[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Jordan (Understudy)
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Off-Broadway, 2015
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Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Music in a Play
Ben Edelman, Letters from Max, a ritual
Drama Desk Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Ben Edelman, Admissions
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Obie Awards - 2018 - Performance Award
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Theatre World Awards - 2018 - Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater
Ben Edelman, Admissions
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TV: Joshua Harmon's ADMISSIONS Makes the Grade at Lincoln Center
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-03-12 17:59:46
News
Life Jacket Theatre Company Reveals Creative Teams for WRITERS ROOM Spring 2025 Showcase
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
Life Jacket Theatre Company has announced the directors and creative teams assembled for its upcoming WRITERS ROOM Spring 2025 Showcase. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
Life Jacket Theatre Company has announced the directors and creative teams assembled for its upcoming WRITERS ROOM Spring 2025 Showcase. Learn more here!
2025 Theatre World Awards Winners Announced
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2025
Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has just announced the Honorees for Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. We have the full list of honorees!
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2025
Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has just announced the Honorees for Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. We have the full list of honorees!
79th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony Set for June 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2024
The 79th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday evening, June 2, 2025 beginning at 7:00PM. The awards are the oldest awards given for Outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway Debut Performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2024
The 79th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday evening, June 2, 2025 beginning at 7:00PM. The awards are the oldest awards given for Outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway Debut Performances.
Elizabeth Colarte's AS GOOD AS IT GETS Announced At Edinburgh Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2024
Actor and writer Elizabeth Colarte has announced that her brand-new solo show, AS GOOD AS IT GETS will be among this year's lineup of 2024 Edinburgh Fringe festival shows and will be making its world premiere at Greenside @ George Street in the Mint Studio.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2024
Actor and writer Elizabeth Colarte has announced that her brand-new solo show, AS GOOD AS IT GETS will be among this year's lineup of 2024 Edinburgh Fringe festival shows and will be making its world premiere at Greenside @ George Street in the Mint Studio.
Cast Members From THE WIZ, STEREOPHONIC, and More Honored With 2024 Theatre World Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024
The 2024 Honorees have been announced for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. Learn more about the honorees here!
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024
The 2024 Honorees have been announced for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. Learn more about the honorees here!
Photos: Inside VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA Opening at Lincoln Center Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
See photos from Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike at Lincoln Center Theater! Learn more about the event!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024
See photos from Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike at Lincoln Center Theater! Learn more about the event!
Len Cariou & Peter Filichia To Be Honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 28, 2024
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced two of the individuals to be honored at 78th Annual Theatre World Awards to be held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Date Set for The 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024
The 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00PM. Hosted annually by well-known theater journalist, Peter Filichia, the historic 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will be produced by Theatre World Awards, Inc. Board of Directors / Dale Badway.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024
The 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 beginning at 7:00PM. Hosted annually by well-known theater journalist, Peter Filichia, the historic 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will be produced by Theatre World Awards, Inc. Board of Directors / Dale Badway.
Photos: Go inside The 77th Annual Theatre World Awards
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2023
The Theatre World Awards were presented Monday night, June 5. Julie Benko received the 14th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater, and 2023 TWA Special Award Honorees, Marilyn Caserta for Outstanding Swing and Dale Badway for Outstanding Contribution to the Theatre World. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 7, 2023
The Theatre World Awards were presented Monday night, June 5. Julie Benko received the 14th Annual Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater, and 2023 TWA Special Award Honorees, Marilyn Caserta for Outstanding Swing and Dale Badway for Outstanding Contribution to the Theatre World. Check out photos here!
SOME LIKE IT HOT, PARADE, and More Take Home 2023 Drama Desk Awards; Full List of Winners!
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023
Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2023
Winners for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today. Among the big winners were Some Like It Hot, Parade, and more.
Brian Stokes Mitchell Will Receive the John Willis Award For Lifetime Achievement In The Theatre At 2023 Theatre World Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors announced that Tony Award-winner Brian Stokes Mitchell is the recipient of the 10th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, which will be presented to him at this year's Theatre World Award ceremony.
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors announced that Tony Award-winner Brian Stokes Mitchell is the recipient of the 10th Annual John Willis Award for Lifetime Achievement in the Theatre, which will be presented to him at this year's Theatre World Award ceremony.
Julie Benko, Jodie Comer & More Will Receive 2023 Theatre World Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2023
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced the 2023 Honorees for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. See the full list!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2023
The Theatre World Awards Board of Directors has announced the 2023 Honorees for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production. See the full list!
SHUCKED, SOME LIKE IT HOT Lead Nominations for 2023 Drama Desk Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 27, 2023
Nominations for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today and BroadwayWorld has the full list here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 27, 2023
Nominations for the 67th Annual Drama Desk Awards were announced today and BroadwayWorld has the full list here!
LETTERS FROM MAX World Premiere Extended at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2023
Signature Theatre has announced the one-week extension of its world premiere of MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl’s Letters from Max, a ritual, directed by Kate Whoriskey, based on the book by Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2023
Signature Theatre has announced the one-week extension of its world premiere of MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl’s Letters from Max, a ritual, directed by Kate Whoriskey, based on the book by Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo.
Photos: Sarah Ruhl & More Join LETTERS FROM MAX Special Event at The Signature Theatre
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 3, 2023
See photos from Milkweed Editions and Signature Theatre's evening in celebration of the world premiere of the stage adaption of Letters from Max: a poet, a teacher, a friendship by Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo.
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 3, 2023
See photos from Milkweed Editions and Signature Theatre's evening in celebration of the world premiere of the stage adaption of Letters from Max: a poet, a teacher, a friendship by Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo.
Photos: Elvis Costello, Paula Vogel, And More Turn Out For LETTERS FROM MAX Opening Night At Signature Theatre!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2023
Signature Theatre presents the world premiere production of MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl's Letters From Max, directed by Kate Whoriskey, based on the book by Ruhl and Max Ritvo (Milkweed Editions), running through March 19, 2023. See photos from the show's opening night celebration featuring the show's star Jessica Hecht, rock icon Elvis Costello and more!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2023
Signature Theatre presents the world premiere production of MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl's Letters From Max, directed by Kate Whoriskey, based on the book by Ruhl and Max Ritvo (Milkweed Editions), running through March 19, 2023. See photos from the show's opening night celebration featuring the show's star Jessica Hecht, rock icon Elvis Costello and more!
Jessica Hecht, Ben Edelman & Zane Pais to Star in World Premiere of Sarah Ruhl's LETTERS FROM MAX
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2023
Signature Theatre will present the world premiere production of MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl’s Letters from Max, directed by Kate Whoriskey, based on the book by Ruhl and Max Ritvo, February 7–March 19, 2023.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2023
Signature Theatre will present the world premiere production of MacArthur Fellow Sarah Ruhl’s Letters from Max, directed by Kate Whoriskey, based on the book by Ruhl and Max Ritvo, February 7–March 19, 2023.
Rattlestick Theater to Host Community Conversation With Cast of THE GETT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2022
Rattlestick Theater will present a community conversation following the 7:00pm performance of The Gett on Friday, December 2nd, 2022.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2022
Rattlestick Theater will present a community conversation following the 7:00pm performance of The Gett on Friday, December 2nd, 2022.
77th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony Set for June 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2022
The 77th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday evening, June 5, 2023 beginning at 7:00PM. The Theatre World Awards are the oldest awards given for Outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway Debut Performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2022
The 77th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday evening, June 5, 2023 beginning at 7:00PM. The Theatre World Awards are the oldest awards given for Outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway Debut Performances.
Rattlestick Theater Presents The World Premiere Of THE GETT By Playwright Liba Vaynberg, Directed By Daniella Topol
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2022
Rattlestick Theater will present the world premiere of THE GETT, written by emerging playwright Liba Vaynberg, starting November 9th, 2022.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2022
Rattlestick Theater will present the world premiere of THE GETT, written by emerging playwright Liba Vaynberg, starting November 9th, 2022.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ben Edelman been in?
Ben Edelman has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Ben Edelman been in?
Ben Edelman has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Ben Edelman been nominated for?
Outstanding Music in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Letters from Max, a ritual, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Admissions, Performance Award (Obie Awards) for Admissions and Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater (Theatre World Awards) for Admissions.
What awards has Ben Edelman won?
Ben Edelman has won the Performance Award at the Obie Awards for Admissions and the Dorothy Loudon Award for Excellence in the Theater at the Theatre World Awards, also for Admissions.
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