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Gaten Matarazzo

Birth Place: New Jersey

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BIO

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

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2023
Tobias


[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Revival, 2019
Jack


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Jared Kleinman [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2014
Gavroche (Albania)

(Alternate)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Benji (Albania) [Replacement]

(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

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

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News


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
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
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!
Hawkins 101: A Guide to STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW for Fans and First-Timers
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2025

This season, Broadway is getting turned Upside Down with the arrival of the thrilling new spectacle, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, running now at the Marriott Marquis Theatre.
Annual Garden Of Dreams Talent Show Returns to Radio City Music Hall in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025

The annual Garden of Dreams Talent Show will take place at Radio City Music Hall. The 2025 event will feature performances from more than 150 young people from the tri-state area, all of whom are facing unimaginable obstacles.
Top 10 Viral Broadway Moments of 2024: WICKED, Bloody Nicole Scherzinger & More
by Michael Major - Dec 31, 2024

From the long-awaited Wicked movie to a blood-soaked Nicole Scherzinger to Trisha Paytas, here are the viral moments that captured the attention of Broadway fans this year. See videos and photos now!
Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction to Take Place This Sunday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2024

Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return for one day only this Sunday, September 22, 2024. More than 50 tables are set to sell stage-used props, memorabilia, posters and more. See how to attend!
WICKED, THE GREAT GATSBY & More to Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction; Early Bidding Open
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 6, 2024

The first table participants have been revealed for this year’s Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, set for Sunday, September 22, 2024. Learn how to attend.
Rachel Zegler, Jordan Fisher, John Gallagher Jr. Will Join Darren Criss for Elsie Fest 2024
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 7, 2024

The full line-up has been announced for Elsie Fest 2024 and we have all of the details!
Darren Criss' Elsie Fest to Return in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2024

Darren Criss has revealed that Elsie Fest will return in September. Learn more about Elsie Fest!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 23, 2024
by - Jul 23, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Gaten Matarazzo & Finn Wolfhard Visit OH, MARY!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 22, 2024

See photos of Gaten Matarazzo & Finn Wolfhard at Oh, Mary! on Broadway. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Loud Luxury and Bishop Briggs to Perform at 2024 NHL Awards at Fontainebleau Las Vegas
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 25, 2024

Multi-platinum duo Loud Luxury and singer-songwriter Bishop Briggs are the featured performers at the 2024 NHL Awards™, taking place at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Thursday, June 27
Ben Platt Concludes Broadway Concert Residency
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 15, 2024

The party's over! Ben Platt concludes his concert residency, which celebrated the release of his third album Honeymind and brought some of the biggest stars of Broadway and the music industry to new the Palace Theatre stage. 
Video: Gaten Matarazzo and Ben Platt Perform 'Agony' From INTO THE WOODS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024

Ben Platt was joined on stage by Stranger Things and Broadway star Gaten Matarazzo during tonight's performance of Ben Platt: Live at the Palace for a rendition of 'Agony' from Into The Woods.  Check out videos here!
Garden Of Dreams Talent Show Returns To Radio City Music Hall Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2024

On the heels of a record-setting Garden of Laughs fundraiser, the annual Garden of Dreams Talent Show will return to Radio City Music Hall on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:00PM.
SWEENEY TODD Revival Cast Recording 3-LP Set Available Now
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2024

The 2023 Broadway Cast Recording of Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is available now as a 3-LP set pressed on Revenge Red vinyl.
Video: Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster in Rehearsal For SWEENEY TODD
by Stephi Wild - Feb 6, 2024

Check out all new video of Aaron Tveit and Sutton Foster in rehearsal for Sweeney Todd on Broadway!
Video: Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford Take Final Bows in SWEENEY TODD on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024

Josh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford took their final bows in Sweeney Todd on Broadway on January 14. Following their last curtain call, the stars gave a speech on stage at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Check out the video here!
Industry Pro Newsletter: Hopes for 2024, National Theatre Wales 100% Funding Cut
by Alex Freeman - Jan 8, 2024

Cara Joy David looks at the stage door experience at the musicals currently running on Broadway, we check in with various insiders hopes for Broadway in 2024, and we look at Dallas and Denver - where the recovery has taken different paths. Across the pond, the National Theatre Wales deals with a complete funding cut from their arts council.

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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