Ben Johnson
Latest News on Ben Johnson:
Cast Set For FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL at Manchester HOME (Oct 22, 2025)
Sean Shibe Will Perform at The 92nd Street Y Next Month (Oct 14, 2025)
THE BOOK OF WILL to be Presented at Theatre Pro Rata in September (Aug 15, 2025)
Cast Set For FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL at Manchester HOME (Oct 22, 2025)
Sean Shibe Will Perform at The 92nd Street Y Next Month (Oct 14, 2025)
THE BOOK OF WILL to be Presented at Theatre Pro Rata in September (Aug 15, 2025)
BIO
Raised in Rockford, Illinois, Ben graduated from Rockford University where he earned his BFA in Musical Theatre. Ben most recently performed as Jerry in The Buddy Holly Story (Weston). Credits also include Once and Jersey Boys (Pittsburgh MT); Buddy, Elf (the Studio); Mitch, Dear Soldier Boy (Blue Gate Musicals); Cheech, Bullets Over Broadway (Rockford University); Benny, Hands on a Hardbody (Rockford University); and Mark Rothko Red (Rockford University). Theme park goers may have seen him perform at Cedar Point and Kings Dominion. When not on stage, Ben loves to songwrite and release his music online. Ben thanks his friends and family for all their support!
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STAGE CREDITS
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Video: Netflix Drops Trailer for New Music Docuseries HITMAKERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-25 17:55:39
STAGE TUBE: Watch New Clips of Goodman Theatre's WONDERFUL TOWN, Starring Lauren Molina, Bri Sudia and More!
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-10-03 06:59:05
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of WONDERFUL TOWN Starring Lauren Molina, Bri Sudia and More!
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-09-15 14:05:12
STAGE TUBE: Watch Lauren Molina, Bri Sudia and More in Highlights of WONDERFUL TOWN at Goodman Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-08-25 12:28:28
STAGE TUBE: Highlights from Drury Lane's THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stage Tube - 2014-07-02 13:32:37
News
Cast Set For FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL at Manchester HOME
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock (Here and Now; Heathers The Musical) as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie (Come Fall In Love; Bhangra Nation).
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock (Here and Now; Heathers The Musical) as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie (Come Fall In Love; Bhangra Nation).
Sean Shibe Will Perform at The 92nd Street Y Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Sean Shibe, guitar, a live, acoustic-electric performance, at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center next month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Sean Shibe, guitar, a live, acoustic-electric performance, at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center next month. Learn more here!
THE BOOK OF WILL to be Presented at Theatre Pro Rata in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
Theatre Pro Rata's production of The Book of Will brings to the stage a witty, fast-paced and moving play about the friends and fellow actors who fought to preserve William Shakespeare's words after his death. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
Theatre Pro Rata's production of The Book of Will brings to the stage a witty, fast-paced and moving play about the friends and fellow actors who fought to preserve William Shakespeare's words after his death. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Promethean Theatre Ensemble To Stage Lauren Gunderson's THE BOOK OF WILL At The Den
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
For its 35th production, Promethean Theatre Ensemble will honor the people who preserved Shakespeare’s work for the ages, with Lauren Gunderson’s THE BOOK OF WILL. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
For its 35th production, Promethean Theatre Ensemble will honor the people who preserved Shakespeare’s work for the ages, with Lauren Gunderson’s THE BOOK OF WILL. Learn more!
Video: Netflix Drops Trailer for New Music Docuseries HITMAKERS
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2025
Netflix has released the trailer for Hitmakers, a new docuseries coming to the streamer on July 24th. The six-episode series follows twelve of the industry's best songwriters and producers as they come together at real high-stakes writing camps to create hit songs. Watch the trailer!
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2025
Netflix has released the trailer for Hitmakers, a new docuseries coming to the streamer on July 24th. The six-episode series follows twelve of the industry's best songwriters and producers as they come together at real high-stakes writing camps to create hit songs. Watch the trailer!
Review: STOMP at State Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - Apr 11, 2025
From the moment the lights dimmed at Minneapolis’ State Theatre, the audience knew they were in for something different. STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returned to the city from April 9 to 12, 2025, delivering a thunderous, high-octane performance that transformed everyday objects into tools of rhythm and wonder.
by Jared Fessler - Apr 11, 2025
From the moment the lights dimmed at Minneapolis’ State Theatre, the audience knew they were in for something different. STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returned to the city from April 9 to 12, 2025, delivering a thunderous, high-octane performance that transformed everyday objects into tools of rhythm and wonder.
Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, & More Receive 2025 CMA Triple Play Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2025
Rocky Block, John Byron, Zach Crowell, Jessie Jo Dillon, Ashley Gorley, Charlie Handsome, Jelly Roll, and more have been announced as recipients of the 2025 CMA Triple Play Awards.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2025
Rocky Block, John Byron, Zach Crowell, Jessie Jo Dillon, Ashley Gorley, Charlie Handsome, Jelly Roll, and more have been announced as recipients of the 2025 CMA Triple Play Awards.
Dasha Returns With New Single 'Not At This Party'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 28, 2025
In a bold return, RIAA Platinum certified pop-country sensation, Dasha, kickstarts her sophomore country project with a new single entitled “Not At This Party.' Listen to it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 28, 2025
In a bold return, RIAA Platinum certified pop-country sensation, Dasha, kickstarts her sophomore country project with a new single entitled “Not At This Party.' Listen to it now!
Cast & Creative Team Set for ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 at Asolo Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre, in partnership with The Ringling, has revealed the cast and creative team for the Sarasota Premiere of All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre, in partnership with The Ringling, has revealed the cast and creative team for the Sarasota Premiere of All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
THE SUGARLAND EXPRESS Returns to Theaters in 4K Restoration
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2024
Universal Pictures will celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Sugarland Express, the 1974 theatrical debut of legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg, with a new restoration an theatrical re-release.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2024
Universal Pictures will celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Sugarland Express, the 1974 theatrical debut of legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg, with a new restoration an theatrical re-release.
Luke Bryan Releasing Eighth Studio Album 'Mind Of A Country Boy' in September
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 9, 2024
Luke Bryan is set to release his eighth studio album on September 27, Mind Of A Country Boy. The 14-track album produced by powerhouse father and son, Jeff and Jody Stevens, is available for Pre-Order now. Listen to a song now!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 9, 2024
Luke Bryan is set to release his eighth studio album on September 27, Mind Of A Country Boy. The 14-track album produced by powerhouse father and son, Jeff and Jody Stevens, is available for Pre-Order now. Listen to a song now!
Country Powerhouses Kameron Marlowe and Ella Langley Impact Country Radio With 'Strangers'
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024
Standout Country star Kameron Marlowe has impacted Country radio with his soul-stirring duet “Strangers” with rising Country maverick Ella Langley. The track comes in with a career-high 36 first-week stations. “Strangers” hits the airwaves ahead of Marlowe's highly anticipated sophomore album release, Keepin' The Lights On, arriving Friday, May 31.
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024
Standout Country star Kameron Marlowe has impacted Country radio with his soul-stirring duet “Strangers” with rising Country maverick Ella Langley. The track comes in with a career-high 36 first-week stations. “Strangers” hits the airwaves ahead of Marlowe's highly anticipated sophomore album release, Keepin' The Lights On, arriving Friday, May 31.
Kameron Marlowe Unveils A Soulful Reflection With 'On My Way Out'
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024
Kameron Marlowe offers a heartfelt glimpse into his next chapter with the reflective new track “On My Way Out.' Serving as the final sneak peek from his forthcoming sophomore album, Keepin' The Lights On, arriving Friday, May 31, the new ballad brings Marlowe's powerhouse vocals to the forefront as he thoughtfully examines the regrets he wants to rectify before his time is up and the 'one more times' he wants to experience again. Listen to the single now!
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024
Kameron Marlowe offers a heartfelt glimpse into his next chapter with the reflective new track “On My Way Out.' Serving as the final sneak peek from his forthcoming sophomore album, Keepin' The Lights On, arriving Friday, May 31, the new ballad brings Marlowe's powerhouse vocals to the forefront as he thoughtfully examines the regrets he wants to rectify before his time is up and the 'one more times' he wants to experience again. Listen to the single now!
Photos: First Look At The Cast Of PMT's GREASE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024
Grease opens March 7th at the Byham Theater. See first look photos of the cast!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024
Grease opens March 7th at the Byham Theater. See first look photos of the cast!
OpenStage Theatre Partners with Poudre Libraries for THE BOOK OF WILL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023
OpenStage Theatre partners with Poudre Libraries for The Book Of Will, a nonprofit production raising awareness and funds for a local organization.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023
OpenStage Theatre partners with Poudre Libraries for The Book Of Will, a nonprofit production raising awareness and funds for a local organization.
Tulsa Opera to Present Menotti's THE MEDIUM This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023
Get ready for a spine-tingling performance as Tulsa Opera presents Gian Carlo Menotti's haunting masterpiece, The Medium, at Studio 308 in Tulsa's East Village. Explore the enigmatic world of Madame Flora and experience a gripping narrative that delves into the dark and supernatural. Don't miss this perfect spooky event just in time for Halloween. Tickets available now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023
Get ready for a spine-tingling performance as Tulsa Opera presents Gian Carlo Menotti's haunting masterpiece, The Medium, at Studio 308 in Tulsa's East Village. Explore the enigmatic world of Madame Flora and experience a gripping narrative that delves into the dark and supernatural. Don't miss this perfect spooky event just in time for Halloween. Tickets available now.
THE BOOK OF WILL Comes to PCPA This Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023
William Shakespeare is dead. Bad Hamlet knock-offs and children’s acting troupes litter the stages of Elizabethan London. And the King’s Men are running out of time. Rooted in real events, The Book of Will is the witty and wonderful battle of how the Bard’s legacy came to be.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023
William Shakespeare is dead. Bad Hamlet knock-offs and children’s acting troupes litter the stages of Elizabethan London. And the King’s Men are running out of time. Rooted in real events, The Book of Will is the witty and wonderful battle of how the Bard’s legacy came to be.
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Returns To The Sauk
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2023
The crowd-favorite musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' returns to The Sauk, Hillsdale County's community theatre, for a two-week run, July 27 through August 6 at the Sauk Theatre in Jonesville.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2023
The crowd-favorite musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' returns to The Sauk, Hillsdale County's community theatre, for a two-week run, July 27 through August 6 at the Sauk Theatre in Jonesville.
BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Comes to Weston Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023
Weston Theater Company takes audiences for a musical ride chronicling Buddy Holly’s rise to fame in BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, playing June 28 - July 16 at The Playhouse stage.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023
Weston Theater Company takes audiences for a musical ride chronicling Buddy Holly’s rise to fame in BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, playing June 28 - July 16 at The Playhouse stage.
Lily Rose and Diplo Deliver 'Sad in the Summer' Performance on THE VOICE
by Michael Major - May 24, 2023
The dynamic duo brought “Sad in the Summer” to life with a mesmerizing performance on a swamp-inspired stage, accompanied by Diplo as his country persona Thomas Wesley on guitar and a six-piece band. The power pairing celebrated Blake Shelton's final episode after 23 seasons as a coach before Gina Miles was announced the Season 23 winner.
by Michael Major - May 24, 2023
The dynamic duo brought “Sad in the Summer” to life with a mesmerizing performance on a swamp-inspired stage, accompanied by Diplo as his country persona Thomas Wesley on guitar and a six-piece band. The power pairing celebrated Blake Shelton's final episode after 23 seasons as a coach before Gina Miles was announced the Season 23 winner.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ben Johnson been in?
Ben Johnson has appeared on Broadway in 30 shows.
How many West End shows has Ben Johnson been in?
Ben Johnson has not appeared in the West End.
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