Christian Borle
Birth Place: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Latest News on Christian Borle:
Charlotte d'Amboise, Amy Spanger and More to Star in STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Bell Theater (Jun 23, 2025)
Jessica Vosk, Laura Benanti and More Set for 92NY LYRICS & LYRICISTS 2025/26 Season (Jun 16, 2025)
Video: Watch the 2025 Tony Nominees on Broadway HD (Jun 8, 2025)
Charlotte d'Amboise, Amy Spanger and More to Star in STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Bell Theater (Jun 23, 2025)
Jessica Vosk, Laura Benanti and More Set for 92NY LYRICS & LYRICISTS 2025/26 Season (Jun 16, 2025)
Video: Watch the 2025 Tony Nominees on Broadway HD (Jun 8, 2025)
BIO
CHRISTIAN BORLE is a Grammy and two-time Tony Award-winning actor. Christian won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical as Shakespeare in Something Rotten, and Best Featured Actor in a Play as Black Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher. Most recently on Broadway, he starred as Joe/Josephine in Some Like It Hot (Tony nom.), for which he wrote additional material and received a Grammy Award for its cast album. Additional Broadway credits: Jesus Christ Superstar, Footloose, Amour, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Spamalot, Legally Blonde (Tony nom.), Mary Poppins, Falsettos (Tony nom.), and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
He most recently starred as Albert Peterson in the Kennedy Center’s production of Bye Bye Birdie in June 2024. He also starred as Orin Scrivello, DDS et al in Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theater, for which he received the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Lucille Lortel (or LuLo) Awards for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical.
On TV, Christian has appeared in “Hazbin Hotel,” “Gilmore Girls,” “Evil,” “Masters of Sex,” “Elementary,” “Younger,” “Lifesaver,” NBC’s “Peter Pan Live,” and NBC’s “The Sound of Music Live.” Christian played a recurring role on “The Good Wife/Fight” and received across-the-board praise as Tom on “Smash.” Christian also appeared in Michael Mann’s feature Blackhat opposite Chris Hemsworth and Viola Davis, and The Bounty Hunter with Jennifer Aniston. Directing: Popcorn Falls (Davenport Theater), Footloose (The MUNY), and Tale as Old as Time, a tribute to Howard Ashman at 92Y’s Lyrics & Lyricists series. Playwriting: Hammered: A Thor & Loki Play (Go to marvelspotlightplays.com).
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STAGE CREDITS
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
50th anniversary of the release of the groundbreaking original album of Tommy, 2019
Captain Walker
[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company Production, 2010
Prior Walter
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
French Guard
Historian
Minstrel
Not Dead Fred
Prince Herbert
Not Dead Fred
French Guard
Historian
Minstrel
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Dusoleil (Understudy)
Bertrand (Understudy)
Newsvendor (Understudy)
Painter (Understudy)
Advocate (Understudy)
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Original Broadway Production, 2002
Jimmy Smith [Replacement]
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[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Zach Marshall
Kane Flannery/Zach Marshall
Kane Flannery
Kane Flannery/Zach Marshall
Zach Marshall
Productions
Movies
The Bounty Hunter
[ 2010 ] Caddy
[ 2010 ] Caddy
Blackhat
[ 2015 ] Jeff Robichaud
[ 2015 ] Jeff Robichaud
TV Shows
Live from Lincoln Center
Marvin, Pirelli
Marvin, Pirelli
Smash
Tom Levitt
Tom Levitt
The Good Fight
Carter Schmidt
Carter Schmidt
The Good Wife
Carter Schmidt
Carter Schmidt
Elsbeth
Carter Schmidt
Carter Schmidt
Evil
Neil
Neil
Hazbin Hotel
Vox
Vox
Elsbeth
Carter Schmidt
Carter Schmidt
Evil
Neil
Neil
Hazbin Hotel
Vox
Vox
Awards and Nominations
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Christian Borle, Some Like It Hot
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Christian Borle, Little Shop of Horrors
Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award
Christian Borle, Little Shop of Horrors
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Christian Borle, Little Shop of Horrors
Drama League Awards - 2017 - Distinguished Performance Award
Christian Borle, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Christian Borle, Falsettos
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Christian Borle, Falsettos
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2015 - Best Featured Actor in a Musical
Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
Drama League Awards - 2015 - Distinguished Performance Award
Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
winner
Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Featured Actor in a Play
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
Drama League Awards - 2012 - Distinguished Performance Award
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
winner
Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
winner
The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Lead Actor
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Christian Borle, Legally Blonde
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Christian Borle, Legally Blonde The Musical
Videos
Video: Laura Bell Bundy Brings LEGALLY BLONDE Shoes to the Museum of Broadway
by Michael Major - 2025-04-29 15:21:52
Video: Jonathan Groff Celebrates Tony Win for Best Leading Actor in a Musical
by Joey Mervis - 2024-06-17 08:51:48
Video: Christian Borle Sings 'Chip on My Shoulder' from LEGALLY BLONDE on the Broadway Cruise
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-24 14:25:40
Interview: Keith David and Blake Roman on Going From Stage to the HAZBIN HOTEL
by Michael Major - 2024-01-30 13:04:46
Interview: HAZBIN HOTEL Creator Discusses the Series' Broadway Cast
by Michael Major - 2024-01-23 14:37:42
Interview: Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn & Amir Talai on Their HAZBIN HOTEL Characters
by Michael Major - 2024-01-18 15:22:15
Interview: Watch Erika Henningsen & Stephanie Beatriz Talk HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series
by Michael Major - 2024-01-17 15:12:56
Video: Watch the HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series Trailer With Erika Henningsen, Alex Brightman & More
by Michael Major - 2023-12-13 11:29:34
Video: J. Harrison Ghee Opens Up About Making Broadway History With SOME LIKE IT HOT on CBS' 'Road to the Tonys'
by Michael Major - 2023-06-09 12:37:21
Video: How SOME LIKE IT HOT Became a 13-Time Tony-Nominated Hit
by Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - 2023-06-07 13:04:20
Video: SOME LIKE IT HOT Performs 'What Are You Thirsty For' on TODAY; Watch their Tony Nominations Reaction
by Michael Major - 2023-05-02 11:33:58
VIDEO: Mariah Carey Surprises Audience at SOME LIKE IT HOT Curtain Call
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-02-11 09:12:31
VIDEO: Watch SOME LIKE IT HOT Perform 'You Can't Have Me (If You Don't Have Him)' on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Michael Major - 2023-01-18 09:11:02
News
Charlotte d'Amboise, Amy Spanger and More to Star in STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Bell Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
A beloved celebration of friendship and community, Steel Magnolias has become an American cultural classic on stage and screen. Robert Harling’s original play comes to Bell Theater at Bell Works this summer with a starry cast of Broadway icons. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
A beloved celebration of friendship and community, Steel Magnolias has become an American cultural classic on stage and screen. Robert Harling’s original play comes to Bell Theater at Bell Works this summer with a starry cast of Broadway icons. Learn more!
Jessica Vosk, Laura Benanti and More Set for 92NY LYRICS & LYRICISTS 2025/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York has revealed the new Lyrics & Lyricists season and a slate of American Songbook concerts. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York has revealed the new Lyrics & Lyricists season and a slate of American Songbook concerts. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch the 2025 Tony Nominees on Broadway HD
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
What do 2025 Tony nominees Audra McDonald, Jeremy Jordan, Megan Hilty, and more have in common? You can see them all on BroadwayHD! BroadwayHD is a streaming service for theater-lovers, hosting hundreds of captured shows from Broadway, Off-Broadway, the West End, and beyond. In addition to pro-shots, they've also got fan-favorite theatrical screen titles like Mary Poppins, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the television series Smash, and much more.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
What do 2025 Tony nominees Audra McDonald, Jeremy Jordan, Megan Hilty, and more have in common? You can see them all on BroadwayHD! BroadwayHD is a streaming service for theater-lovers, hosting hundreds of captured shows from Broadway, Off-Broadway, the West End, and beyond. In addition to pro-shots, they've also got fan-favorite theatrical screen titles like Mary Poppins, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the television series Smash, and much more.
Photos: Lincoln Center Theater Celebrates Ruby Jubilee Gala
by Jennifer Broski - May 20, 2025
Jason Danieley directed Lincoln Center Theater’s Ruby Jubilee Gala, one night only event featuring songs from LCT productions spanning four decades, performed by beloved Broadway stars. We have photos from inside the big night here.
by Jennifer Broski - May 20, 2025
Jason Danieley directed Lincoln Center Theater’s Ruby Jubilee Gala, one night only event featuring songs from LCT productions spanning four decades, performed by beloved Broadway stars. We have photos from inside the big night here.
LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL OBC Recording to be Released on Vinyl for the First Time
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025
GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS will release Legally Blonde: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) on vinyl for the first time. Learn more and see how to purchase and stream the album!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025
GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS will release Legally Blonde: The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording) on vinyl for the first time. Learn more and see how to purchase and stream the album!
Video: Laura Bell Bundy Brings LEGALLY BLONDE Shoes to the Museum of Broadway
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2025
Laura Bell Bundy is bringing Legally Blonde to the Museum of Broadway! In a new video, she presents the iconic shoes that she wore in the original Broadway production to the museum as she reunites with the cast of the beloved musical.
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2025
Laura Bell Bundy is bringing Legally Blonde to the Museum of Broadway! In a new video, she presents the iconic shoes that she wore in the original Broadway production to the museum as she reunites with the cast of the beloved musical.
Lincoln Center Theater Launches Online Ticket Lottery for Ruby Jubilee Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater is launching an online ticket lottery for its upcoming Ruby Jubilee Gala on Monday, May 19 at 6:30pm. Learn how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025
Lincoln Center Theater is launching an online ticket lottery for its upcoming Ruby Jubilee Gala on Monday, May 19 at 6:30pm. Learn how to purchase tickets here!
SOME LIKE IT HOT to Make Philadelphia Debut at The Forrest Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the Philadelphia premiere of Some Like It Hot at the Forrest Theatre. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025
Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the Philadelphia premiere of Some Like It Hot at the Forrest Theatre. Learn more and see how to attend.
Broadway Stars Who Appeared on NBC's SMASH
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2025
As we welcome SMASH to the stage for the first time, we're taking a look back on the iconic television show that started it all. Take a look back on the Broadway names who appeared on SMASH!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2025
As we welcome SMASH to the stage for the first time, we're taking a look back on the iconic television show that started it all. Take a look back on the Broadway names who appeared on SMASH!
Photos: Go Inside SMASH VIP Arrivals on Opening Night!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 12, 2025
Many arrived for opening night, including Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Sarah Jessica Parker, and more. Scroll down to see photos of the VIP arrivals on opening night!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 12, 2025
Many arrived for opening night, including Matthew Broderick, Nathan Lane, Sarah Jessica Parker, and more. Scroll down to see photos of the VIP arrivals on opening night!
Playlist: The Best of William Finn
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 12, 2025
We are celebrating William Finn's life and works with a playlist of 40 of our favorite William Finn songs. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Falsettos, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, In Trousers, Elegies, and more.
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 12, 2025
We are celebrating William Finn's life and works with a playlist of 40 of our favorite William Finn songs. Enjoy songs from musicals like: Falsettos, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, In Trousers, Elegies, and more.
Flashback: Broadway Sings William Finn
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 11, 2025
Composer and lyricist William Finn passed away on April 7 at the age of 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more. Watch in these videos as some of Broadway's best take on his iconic catalog.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 11, 2025
Composer and lyricist William Finn passed away on April 7 at the age of 73. Finn is best known for his Tony-winning work on the musical Falsettos, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A New Brain, and more. Watch in these videos as some of Broadway's best take on his iconic catalog.
Anjelica Huston Reflects on SMASH Experience: 'I Wasn't Very Happy'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 11, 2025
In a new interview, Anjelica Huston reflected on her role as Broadway producer Eileen Rand in the TV series Smash, sharing that she 'didn't feel very prized in that role.'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 11, 2025
In a new interview, Anjelica Huston reflected on her role as Broadway producer Eileen Rand in the TV series Smash, sharing that she 'didn't feel very prized in that role.'
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Orpheum Theatre Memphis
by AniKatrina Fageol - Apr 10, 2025
What did our critic think of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Orpheum Theatre Memphis? Some Like It Hot brings fiery charcters, sultry jazz, powerful belts, and quite a few surprises.
by AniKatrina Fageol - Apr 10, 2025
What did our critic think of SOME LIKE IT HOT at Orpheum Theatre Memphis? Some Like It Hot brings fiery charcters, sultry jazz, powerful belts, and quite a few surprises.
PAUL IACONO SINGS ELAINE STRITCH… SINGS ELTON JOHN is Coming to The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Paul Iacono, best known as star of G.B.F., Fame, and MTV’s “The Hard Times of RJ Berger,” in the world premiere of The Stritch Is Back: Paul Iacono Sings Elaine Stritch... Sings Elton John. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Paul Iacono, best known as star of G.B.F., Fame, and MTV’s “The Hard Times of RJ Berger,” in the world premiere of The Stritch Is Back: Paul Iacono Sings Elaine Stritch... Sings Elton John. Learn more!
SOME LIKE IT HOT Is Coming To The Bushnell; Tickets On Sale Now
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025
The SOME LIKE IT HOT North American tour coming to The Bushnell on April 29 through May 4, 2025. The musical is based on the classic MGM film Some Like It Hot, which has been named the “Funniest American Movie of All Time” by the American Film Institute.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025
The SOME LIKE IT HOT North American tour coming to The Bushnell on April 29 through May 4, 2025. The musical is based on the classic MGM film Some Like It Hot, which has been named the “Funniest American Movie of All Time” by the American Film Institute.
LEGALLY BLONDE Postponed at the Kennedy Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ upcoming Broadway Center Stage production of Legally Blonde has been postponed. Learn more about the production here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2025
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ upcoming Broadway Center Stage production of Legally Blonde has been postponed. Learn more about the production here.
Meet the Cast of SMASH, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025
The musical Smash, inspired by the hit NBC television series, will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and officially open Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Meet the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025
The musical Smash, inspired by the hit NBC television series, will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, and officially open Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Meet the cast here!
Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2025 Watch Guide
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025
hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025
hile many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 14 are already films or series that you can watch from home now. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2025, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!
Comprehensive Guide to Broadway Actors in CBS's Hit Series ELSBETH
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2025
With more than twenty episodes having aired so far across its two seasons, BroadwayWorld has put together an exhaustive list of all the Broadway stars we could find who have appeared in CBS' Elsbeth.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2025
With more than twenty episodes having aired so far across its two seasons, BroadwayWorld has put together an exhaustive list of all the Broadway stars we could find who have appeared in CBS' Elsbeth.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Christian Borle been in?
Christian Borle has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.
How many West End shows has Christian Borle been in?
Christian Borle has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Christian Borle been nominated for?
Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Some Like It Hot, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Falsettos, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Falsettos, Best Featured Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Something Rotten!, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Something Rotten!, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Something Rotten!, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Something Rotten!, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Something Rotten!, Best Featured Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Legally Blonde The Musical.
What awards has Christian Borle won?
Christian Borle has won several prestigious awards throughout his career. He received the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for Little Shop of Horrors, as well as the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same show. For Something Rotten!, he earned the Best Featured Actor in a Musical award from BroadwayWorld Awards, the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical from the Drama Desk Awards, and the Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical from the Tony Awards. In Peter and the Starcatcher, Borle won the Best Featured Actor in a Play award from BroadwayWorld Awards, the Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play from the Tony Awards, and the Outstanding Lead Actor award from The Lortels.
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