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BIO

Esteban Andres Cruz was born in Berwyn and raised in Cicero, IL and is delighted to return to the Atlantic, where they were last seen in the world premiere by Stephen Adly Gurgis, Halfway Bitches Go Straight to Heaven (Drama Desk Award nomination for Best Featured Actor). Chicago: Steppenwolf, A Red Orchid Theatre, the Lyric Opera of Chicago and many others. Regional: La Jolla Playhouse, Celebration Theater, Pasadena Playhouse, St. Louis Rep, Theatre at the Center, Peninsula Players and this summer they will debut at St. Louis Shakespeare in a production of Twelfth Night. Cruz is a 2018 TCG National Fox Acting Fellow Award Winner, Joseph Jefferson Award Winner: Best Lead Actor (Jesus Hopped the 'A' Train) and After Dark Award for Best Choreography. Film: Spa Night (Cassavetes Best Feature), Valley of Bones, The Thin Line, A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas and Rattled. TV: "Chicago Fire," "Awkward," "Easy," "Idiot Sitter," "The Bridge," "You're The Worst" and "South Side."

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Philip


[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theatre's Off-Broadway World Premiere, 2019
Venus Ramirez


Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play

Esteban Andres Cruz, Halfway Bitches Go Straight to Heaven

News


SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN Extended At A Red Orchid Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2025

A Red Orchid Theatre has announced a one-week extension of its world premiere production of SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN, written by Dianne Nora and directed by Ensemble Member dado.
Cast Set For JESUS HOPPED THE ‘A’ TRAIN at City Lit Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2025

City Lit Theater’s 45th season will open in July with Stephen Adly Guirgis’s JESUS HOPPED THE ‘A’ TRAIN, an explosive contemporary drama about a young Latino charged with murder who is incarcerated in New York City’s infamous Riker’s Island prison.
City Lit Theater Unveils 2025-26 Season Including New Works
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 17, 2025

City Lit Theater has announced its programming for the 2025-26 season, the company’s 45th. The season will have a strong focus on new works by Chicago-area writers.
Cast Set for SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN at A Red Orchid Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2025

A Red Orchid Theatre  has revealed Ensemble Member Esteban Andres Cruz is set to play “Sosa” and David Cerda will portray “Koba” in the Chicago Premiere of Dianne Nora’s SIX MEN DRESSED LIKE JOSEPH STALIN. Learn more and see how to attend.
BATHHOUSE.PPTX Extended at the Flea Theater Through Early May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2024

The Flea will present a two-week extension of the world-premiere production BATHHOUSE.PPTX. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Tickets Now On Sale For The World Premiere Production Of Jesús I. Valles' BATHHOUSE.PPTX At The Flea
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2024

Tickets are now on sale for the world-premiere production BATHHOUSE.PPTX, written by Jesús I. Valles and directed by Obie Award winner Chay Yew. BATHHOUSE.PPTX will run at The Flea Theater (20 Thomas Street) from Tuesday, March 19 through Monday, April 22, with opening night set for Saturday, March 23.
Complete Cast & Design Team Set for BATHHOUSE.PPTX at The Flea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2024

The Flea has revealed the complete cast and design team for the world premiere production of BATHHOUSE.PPTX, written by Jesús I. Valles.
Last Chance to Vote for the BWW St. Louis Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW St. Louis Awards; FREAKY FRIDAY, CLUE, St. Louis Shakespeare Festival & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards December 5th Standings; FREAKY FRIDAY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; CLUE Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; FREAKY FRIDAY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Nov 20, 2023

The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 20th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards; St. Louis Shakespeare Festival Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Nov 13, 2023

The first wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 13th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld St. Louis Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Michael Shannon & More to be Featured in A Red Orchid Theatre 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2023

A Red Orchid Theatre has announced its 31st Season. Learn about the productions, see who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of CORNELIA STREET Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2023

On Tuesday, February 14, Atlantic Theater Company celebrated the Opening Night of Cornelia Street, a world premiere musical with a book by Tony Award winner Simon Stephens, music and lyrics by Mark Eitzel, choreography by two-time “Bessie Award” winner Hope Boykin, and directed by Tony Award nominee Neil Pepe. Check out photos from opening night here!
Review Roundup: Norbert Leo Butz, George Abud, Mary Beth Peil & More Star In CORNELIA STREET World Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2023

Read reviews for of Atlantic Theater Company's world premiere production of Cornelia Street, a new musical, below!
Interview: CORNELIA STREET Choreographer Hope Boykin Talks New York Influence, Dancers vs. Actors & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2023

Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Hope Boykin, who discusses her choreography for the world premiere of Atlantic Theater Company's Cornelia Street Off-Broadway!
Photos: First Look at Norbert Leo Butz, George Abud, Mary Beth Peil & More in CORNELIA STREET World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2023

Get a first look at production photos of Atlantic Theater Company’s world premiere production of Cornelia Street, a new musical!
Atlantic Theater Extends CORNELIA STREET Starring George Abud, Norbert Leo Butz, Mary Beth Peil, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 18, 2023

Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) has announced an extension for the world premiere musical Cornelia Street. The production, which will begin performances this Friday, January 20th and open on Tuesday, February 14th, will now play through Sunday, March 5th, Off-Broadway at Atlantic Stage 2.
George Abud, Norbert Leo Butz, Mary Beth Peil & More to Star in CORNELIA STREET World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2022

Atlantic Theater Company has announced casting for the world premiere musical Cornelia Street, with a book by Tony Award winner Simon Stephens. Find out who is joining the cast, the performance schedule and how to get tickets.

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