Ben Johnson
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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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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
Savannah Bananas Will Release First Single 'Show Starts Now' by Pasek & Paul, Performed by Derek Klena
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
The singing and dancing baseball team, Savannah Bananas, have teamed up with Atlantic Records, to release their first original song, 'Show Starts Now', written by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and performed by Derek Klena.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
The singing and dancing baseball team, Savannah Bananas, have teamed up with Atlantic Records, to release their first original song, 'Show Starts Now', written by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, and performed by Derek Klena.
Lauren Alaina Sets Headlining 'The Stages Tour' This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026
Multi-Platinum Country star Lauren Alaina is hitting the road this fall with her headlining The Stages Tour. Named after her forthcoming album, the run will spotlight every era of Alaina's career, blending new music with familiar favorites.
by Josh Sharpe - May 26, 2026
Multi-Platinum Country star Lauren Alaina is hitting the road this fall with her headlining The Stages Tour. Named after her forthcoming album, the run will spotlight every era of Alaina's career, blending new music with familiar favorites.
Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Guild Hall Players
by John Dalton-White - May 24, 2026
The witty yet poignant THE BOOK OF WILL will have audiences laughing and applauding.
by John Dalton-White - May 24, 2026
The witty yet poignant THE BOOK OF WILL will have audiences laughing and applauding.
Blake Whiten Sets 'Something To Say' Tour to Coincide with New Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 4, 2026
With his debut album Something To Say on the way, Blake Whiten is coming to the stage with his 16-stop headlining Something To Say Tour. Kicking off Oct. 8 in Lexington, Ky., the nationwide run will hit Chicago, Charlotte, Atlanta, Nashville, New York City and more.
by Josh Sharpe - May 4, 2026
With his debut album Something To Say on the way, Blake Whiten is coming to the stage with his 16-stop headlining Something To Say Tour. Kicking off Oct. 8 in Lexington, Ky., the nationwide run will hit Chicago, Charlotte, Atlanta, Nashville, New York City and more.
Review: CHAOS: III, The Pleasance Theatre
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Mar 30, 2026
There aren’t many times in your life where you can safely say you’ve watched a lip-sync routine to a song about being on Jobseeker’s Allowance, all the while having just watched a clown piece seemingly about how Year 7’s always have backpacks larger than them. However, Long Night Production’s Chaos III brought audiences of The Pleasance Theatre exactly that last night, in a two-and-a-half-hour piece showcasing some new emerging talent, and a whole load of unexpected twists and turns.
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Mar 30, 2026
There aren’t many times in your life where you can safely say you’ve watched a lip-sync routine to a song about being on Jobseeker’s Allowance, all the while having just watched a clown piece seemingly about how Year 7’s always have backpacks larger than them. However, Long Night Production’s Chaos III brought audiences of The Pleasance Theatre exactly that last night, in a two-and-a-half-hour piece showcasing some new emerging talent, and a whole load of unexpected twists and turns.
PAC NYC Reveals Nine Artistic Commissions for Second Year of The Democracy Cycle
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
The Perelman Performing Arts Center and Civis Foundation have revealed nine artistic commissions for the second year of The Democracy Cycle, a program which invites artists to explore themes relating to the nature, practice, and experience of democracy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
The Perelman Performing Arts Center and Civis Foundation have revealed nine artistic commissions for the second year of The Democracy Cycle, a program which invites artists to explore themes relating to the nature, practice, and experience of democracy.
Review: STOMP at National Theatre
by Brian Bochicchio - Jan 20, 2026
The urban, castaway feel of the show--a touch of “Rent” and a splash of street theatre. And a lot of sounds to groove to.
by Brian Bochicchio - Jan 20, 2026
The urban, castaway feel of the show--a touch of “Rent” and a splash of street theatre. And a lot of sounds to groove to.
Photos: Rebecca Lock, Jena Pandya and More in FREAKY FRIDAY in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of Freaky Friday in the UK! Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of Freaky Friday in the UK! Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie.
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.
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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