Benjamin Platt
Also Credited As: Ben Platt
Latest News on Benjamin Platt:
Ben Platt & Kristen Bell-Led THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING to be Released on Prime Video in November (Aug 29, 2022)
Ben Platt Joins FX Anthology Series THE PREMISE; See a First Look Image Here! (Jul 26, 2021)
BWW Exclusive: Say Bon Voyage to Ben Platt in this Clip From BROKEN DIAMONDS! (Jul 23, 2021)
Ben Platt & Kristen Bell-Led THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING to be Released on Prime Video in November (Aug 29, 2022)
Ben Platt Joins FX Anthology Series THE PREMISE; See a First Look Image Here! (Jul 26, 2021)
BWW Exclusive: Say Bon Voyage to Ben Platt in this Clip From BROKEN DIAMONDS! (Jul 23, 2021)
BIO
Ben is thrilled beyond words to be making his Broadway debut, after originating the role of Elder Cunningham in the show's Chicago production (BroadwayWorld Chicago Award, Best Actor in a Touring Production). Platt made his onscreen debut as ‘Benji Applebaum’ in the smash hit Pitch Perfect (Teen Choice Award Nomination "Movie Scene Stealer") and will reprise his role in Pitch Perfect 2. Platt will also appear alongside Meryl Streep in the film Ricki and The Flash (dir. Jonathan Demme, Diablo Cody). National Tours: Caroline, or Change. Regional: The Black Suits (Barrington Stage), The Power of Duff (NYSF), Dead End (Ahmanson), The Music Man, Mame, Camelot, and The Sound of Music (Hollywood Bowl). Workshops/Readings: Murder at the Gates, Alice By Heart, Irma La Douce (dir. Rob Ashford), Bridges of Madison County
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BWW Exclusive: Say Bon Voyage to Ben Platt in this Clip From BROKEN DIAMONDS!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-07-23 13:05:51
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for BROKEN DIAMONDS, Starring Ben Platt & Lola Kirke
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-06-09 11:05:42
VIDEO: Ben Platt Appears in Pride Month PSA From The Trevor Project
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-06-04 09:19:33
VIDEO: Ben Platt Talks DEAR EVAN HANSEN Movie on LATE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-05-14 09:26:14
News
Ben Platt & Kristen Bell-Led THE PEOPLE WE HATE AT THE WEDDING to be Released on Prime Video in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2022
The People We Hate at the Wedding, starring Allison Janney, Kristen Bell, Ben Platt, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Karan Soni, Dustin Milligan, Tony Goldwyn, Isaach De Bankolé, Jorma Taccone, Julian Ovenden, and John Macmillan will be released on Prime Video on November 18, 2022.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2022
The People We Hate at the Wedding, starring Allison Janney, Kristen Bell, Ben Platt, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Karan Soni, Dustin Milligan, Tony Goldwyn, Isaach De Bankolé, Jorma Taccone, Julian Ovenden, and John Macmillan will be released on Prime Video on November 18, 2022.
Ben Platt Joins FX Anthology Series THE PREMISE; See a First Look Image Here!
by TV News Desk - Jul 26, 2021
When a white, woke, twenty-something ally to social justice causes (Ben Platt) discovers video evidence of a disputed police incident in the background of his highly embarrassing sex tape, a savvy young lawyer (Ayo Edebiri) and her mentor (Tracee Ellis Ross) strategize.
by TV News Desk - Jul 26, 2021
When a white, woke, twenty-something ally to social justice causes (Ben Platt) discovers video evidence of a disputed police incident in the background of his highly embarrassing sex tape, a savvy young lawyer (Ayo Edebiri) and her mentor (Tracee Ellis Ross) strategize.
BWW Exclusive: Say Bon Voyage to Ben Platt in this Clip From BROKEN DIAMONDS!
by Sarah Leiber - Jul 23, 2021
In the wake of his father's death, a twenty-something writer sees his dream of moving to Paris put in jeopardy when he's forced to temporarily take in his wildly unpredictable, mentally ill sister.
by Sarah Leiber - Jul 23, 2021
In the wake of his father's death, a twenty-something writer sees his dream of moving to Paris put in jeopardy when he's forced to temporarily take in his wildly unpredictable, mentally ill sister.
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for BROKEN DIAMONDS, Starring Ben Platt & Lola Kirke
by Sarah Leiber - Jun 9, 2021
In the wake of his father's death, a twenty-something writer sees his dream of moving to Paris put in jeopardy when he's forced to temporarily take in his wildly unpredictable, mentally ill sister.
by Sarah Leiber - Jun 9, 2021
In the wake of his father's death, a twenty-something writer sees his dream of moving to Paris put in jeopardy when he's forced to temporarily take in his wildly unpredictable, mentally ill sister.
VIDEO: Ben Platt Appears in Pride Month PSA From The Trevor Project
by Sarah Leiber - Jun 4, 2021
The video is sponsored by Macy’s as part of its Pride + Joy campaign in support of its LGBTQ colleagues, customers, and communities.
by Sarah Leiber - Jun 4, 2021
The video is sponsored by Macy’s as part of its Pride + Joy campaign in support of its LGBTQ colleagues, customers, and communities.
VIDEO: Ben Platt Talks DEAR EVAN HANSEN Movie on LATE LATE SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - May 14, 2021
After they discuss making the film adaptation of 'Dear Evan Hansen,' Ben and James bounce around what show is going to bring Ben back on the live stage ('Amadeus' anyone??).
by Sarah Leiber - May 14, 2021
After they discuss making the film adaptation of 'Dear Evan Hansen,' Ben and James bounce around what show is going to bring Ben back on the live stage ('Amadeus' anyone??).
BWW Interview: Anthony Focuses on role, Cartoon Network as He Takes Lead in DEAR EVAN HANSEN
by Paul Batterson - Sep 3, 2019
When Stephen Christopher Anthony first saw the show DEAR EVAN HANSEN, he marveled at the performance of Benjamin Platt, his former cast mate in THE BOOK OF MORMON, in the title role. Platt went on to win the 2017 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his portrayal of Hansen.
by Paul Batterson - Sep 3, 2019
When Stephen Christopher Anthony first saw the show DEAR EVAN HANSEN, he marveled at the performance of Benjamin Platt, his former cast mate in THE BOOK OF MORMON, in the title role. Platt went on to win the 2017 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his portrayal of Hansen.
Photo Coverage: CAMELOT at the Hollywood Bowl - Act 2
by Shira Greenberg - Aug 16, 2005
The Hollywood Bowl's annual 'Broadway At The Bowl' was turned into a medieval atmosphere for the production of 'Camelot', written by Lerner and Loewe.
by Shira Greenberg - Aug 16, 2005
The Hollywood Bowl's annual 'Broadway At The Bowl' was turned into a medieval atmosphere for the production of 'Camelot', written by Lerner and Loewe.
Photo Coverage: CAMELOT at the Hollywood Bowl - Act I
by Shira Greenberg - Aug 16, 2005
The Hollywood Bowl's annual 'Broadway At The Bowl' was turned into a medieval atmosphere for the production of 'Camelot', written by Lerner and Loewe.
by Shira Greenberg - Aug 16, 2005
The Hollywood Bowl's annual 'Broadway At The Bowl' was turned into a medieval atmosphere for the production of 'Camelot', written by Lerner and Loewe.
Review: Camelot at the Hollywood Bowl
by Shira Greenberg - Aug 16, 2005
With so many older (pre-1970) musicals being the butt of jokes in current Broadway productions, it makes it both supremely difficult and yet very simple to appreciate the more elegant form of a musical. Take, for example, 'Camelot', staged for one night at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
by Shira Greenberg - Aug 16, 2005
With so many older (pre-1970) musicals being the butt of jokes in current Broadway productions, it makes it both supremely difficult and yet very simple to appreciate the more elegant form of a musical. Take, for example, 'Camelot', staged for one night at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
Photo Coverage: An Evening With Charles Strouse
by Shira Greenberg - May 24, 2005
The evening honored Charles Strouse, and was put on in order to raise monies for the Academy for New Musical Theatre.
by Shira Greenberg - May 24, 2005
The evening honored Charles Strouse, and was put on in order to raise monies for the Academy for New Musical Theatre.
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