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Gaten Matarazzo

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Gaetano John Matarazzo III is an American actor. He began his career on the Broadway stage as Benjamin in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (2011–12) and as Gavroche in Les Misérables (2014–15). Matarazzo gained recognition for playing Dustin Henderson in the Netflix science-fiction-horror drama series Stranger Things (2016–present). He also hosted the Netflix show Prank Encounters (2019–2021). In 2022, he co-starred in the coming-of-age comedy film Honor Society and voiced Boris the Dragon on the animated fantasy comedy film My Father's Dragon.



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STAGE CREDITS

Sweeney Todd Sweeney Todd
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2023
Tobias
Into the Woods Into the Woods
[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Revival, 2019
Jack
Dear Evan Hansen Dear Evan Hansen
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Jared Kleinman [Replacement]
Les Miserables Les Miserables
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Gavroche (Alternate)
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Benji (Alternate) [Replacement]

Movies

Les Miserables: The Broadway Musical
[ 2014 ] Gavroche
The Angry Birds Movie 2
[ 2019 ] Bubba
My Father's Dragon
[ 2022 ] Boris
Honor Society
[ 2022 ] Michael Dipnicky
Animal Farm
[ 2025 ] Lucky (voice)

TV Shows

The Blacklist
Finn
Waffles + Mochi
Casey the Electrician
Stranger Things
[ 2016-2023 ] Dustin Henderson
LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy
Sig Greebling
LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy
Sig Greebling
Stranger Things
[ 2016-2025 ] Dustin Henderson

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Netflix Unveils STRANGER THINGS Finale Screening Locations- Find Out How to See the E Photo
Netflix Unveils STRANGER THINGS Finale Screening Locations- Find Out How to See the Episode in Theaters
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025

To celebrate the conclusion of the record-breaking series, Netflix has revealed the full list of cities and theaters participating in fan screenings of the Stranger Things 5 Finale across the US and Canada.
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OU Photo
Broadway Streaming Guide: December 2025 - Where to Watch PERCY JACKSON, New KNIVES OUT & More
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 3, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, find out what to stream this December, including the new season of Percy Jackson & the Olympians, the third Knives Out movie, Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly, Season 5 of Emily and Paris, and more.
STRANGER THINGS: THE FINAL SEASON CELEBRATION Set for The Paley Museum on December 18 Photo
STRANGER THINGS: THE FINAL SEASON CELEBRATION Set for The Paley Museum on December 18
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025

The Paley Museum will present a special STRANGER THINGS: THE FINAL SEASON celebration on December 18 as part of its 2025 PaleyLive programming. The program continues The Paley Museum’s yearlong 50th anniversary schedule of screenings, conversations, and public events.
Video: Sadie Sink, Gaten Matarazzo, & STRANGER THINGS Cast Rap Series Recap on THE TO Photo
Video: Sadie Sink, Gaten Matarazzo, & STRANGER THINGS Cast Rap Series Recap on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 26, 2025

The cast of Stranger Things, including Broadway alums Sadie Sink and Gaten Matarazzo, were featured in a recent video for The Tonight Show, where they rapped a recap of the hit series ahead of the fifth and final season. Check it out now!
Video: Watch the Trailer for Volume 1 of STRANGER THINGS 5 Photo
Video: Watch the Trailer for Volume 1 of STRANGER THINGS 5
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

The trailer for Volume 1 of the fifth and final season of Stranger Things debuted this past weekend at the Netflix x CicLAvia One Last Bike Ride Event at the Main Stage on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. Watch the new trailer now.
STRANGER THINGS Cast Members to Visit THE TONIGHT SHOW to Celebrate Final Season Photo
STRANGER THINGS Cast Members to Visit THE TONIGHT SHOW to Celebrate Final Season
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 20, 2025

In celebration of the final season of Netflix's “Stranger Things,” several cast members are stepping out of Hawkins and into Studio 6B for a series of guest appearances on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”
Photos: Louis McCartney and More at Netflix's STRANGER THINGS Premiere Photo
Photos: Louis McCartney and More at Netflix's STRANGER THINGS Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2025

The stars STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW attended the LA premiere for the final series of the Netflix global phenomenon. See photos of Louis McCartney and more.
Photos: Sadie Sink, Gaten Matarazzo, & More at STRANGER THINGS 5 World Premiere Photo
Photos: Sadie Sink, Gaten Matarazzo, & More at STRANGER THINGS 5 World Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

On Thursday, November 6, Netflix held the world premiere of Stranger Things 5 with the full cast in attendance. Take a look at photos from the event here, featuring Sadie Sink, Gaten Matarazzo, Maya Hawke, Louis McCartney, and more.
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2025- Where to Watch THE ARTIST, New WICKED Specia Photo
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2025- Where to Watch THE ARTIST, New WICKED Special, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025

This November, Broadway fans will be treated to lots of new streaming content, including the debut of The Artist, new seasons of Palm Royale and Stranger Things, Downton Abbey, and more. 
Video: Watch the Official Trailer for STRANGER THINGS 5 Photo
Video: Watch the Official Trailer for STRANGER THINGS 5
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2025

Netflix has released the official trailer for the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, teasing an epic conclusion featuring fan-favorite characters like Eleven, Mike, and Will, as well as other notable characters, including the villainous Vecna. Watch the trailer now.
STRANGER THINGS Series Finale Coming to Theaters Photo
STRANGER THINGS Series Finale Coming to Theaters
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025

In celebration of the conclusion of the fan-favorite series, Netflix will bring the finale episode of Stranger Things 5 to select theaters nationwide. The screenings will take place in over 350 theaters in the U.S. and Canada starting on December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm PT.
A BEAUTIFUL MIND Musical Joins DISCOVERING BROADWAY Incubator Program Photo
A BEAUTIFUL MIND Musical Joins DISCOVERING BROADWAY Incubator Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025

The new musical A Beautiful Mind will be the seventh musical to participate in the Discovering Broadway incubator program. Learn more about the musical and the program here.
Video: Take a Look Back at the Legacy of STRANGER THINGS Ahead of Season 5 Photo
Video: Take a Look Back at the Legacy of STRANGER THINGS Ahead of Season 5
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 24, 2025

Netflix has released a new legacy featurette for Stranger Things ahead of the fifth and final season. Watch the video, featuring footage of Broadway alum Gaten Matarazzo (Sweeney Todd), Maya Hawke (off-Broadway's Eurydice), and more.
Finn Wolfhard Unveils September US Tour Dates Photo
Finn Wolfhard Unveils September US Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025

inn Wolfhard will be returning to US audiences this September, stopping at cities across the country on this 8-date tour, including Brooklyn, Chicago, and DC.
Video/Photos: STRANGER THINGS Season 5 Teaser Trailer and New Photos Photo
Video/Photos: STRANGER THINGS Season 5 Teaser Trailer and New Photos
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2025

It's time to return to Hawkins. Netflix has released the official teaser trailer for the long-awaited and highly anticipated fifth and final season of Stranger Things. Take a look at the teaser trailer and new photos below, featuring Broadway alum Gaten Matarazzo, Maya Hawke, David Harbour, and more.
Hot Tickets of the Week: GYPSY, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Photo
Hot Tickets of the Week: GYPSY, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More
by Team BWW - Jul 14, 2025

Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting July 14, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Extended Through January 2026 Photo
HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Extended Through January 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2025

Heathers The Musical as extended its limited engagement at New World Stages for an additional four months. Learn more about the Off-Broadway production and see how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: Maya Hawke Returns to Her Theater Roots in EURYDICE Photo
Exclusive: Maya Hawke Returns to Her Theater Roots in EURYDICE
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025

We caught up with Maya Hawke to discuss her off-Broadway debut in Signature Theatre's production of Sarah Ruhl's Eurydice, what it has been like tapping back into her theater roots, and what makes great plays great.
Photos/Video: STRANGER THINGS Season 5 First Look, Official Date Announcement Photo
Photos/Video: STRANGER THINGS Season 5 First Look, Official Date Announcement
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025

Netflix has revealed that the highly anticipated fifth and final season of Stranger Things will release on Netflix across three premiere dates, beginning with four episodes on November 26, Take a look at new photos and a video here!
Photos: Gaten Matarazzo Visits STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW Photo
Photos: Gaten Matarazzo Visits STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2025

See photos of Gaten Matarazzo at Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway! Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets to the production here!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Gaten Matarazzo been in?

Gaten Matarazzo has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Gaten Matarazzo been in?

Gaten Matarazzo has not appeared in the West End.

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