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BIO

Isaac Powell is best known for his role as Daniel in the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Once On This Island, a role he earned two months after graduating from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Powell is a Grammy Award nominee for his work on the Once On This Island cast album and was also seen in the reboot of “Murphy Brown” on CBS.

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STAGE CREDITS

West Side Story West Side Story
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2020
Tony
Once On This Island Once On This Island
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Daniel

Movies

Dear Evan Hansen
[ 2021 ] Rhys
Susie Searches
[ 2022 ] Ray Garcia

TV Shows

American Horror Story
Theo Graves, Troy Lord
Indoor Boys
Logan
The Franchise
Bryson

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award

Isaac Powell, West Side Story


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Isaac Powell, West Side Story

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Exclusive: Theatre Connections Abound at the Sundance Film Festival Photo
Exclusive: Theatre Connections Abound at the Sundance Film Festival
by Tyler Hinton - Feb 13, 2026

The final Sundance Film Festival held in Utah was surprisingly filled with connections to live theatre and stage or movie musicals, from films featuring Broadway stars like ONCE ON THIS ISLAND’s Isaac Powell in THE MOMENT to panels and Q&As with performers and filmmakers who are connected to theatre, like HAMILTON’s Daveed Diggs at The Audible Listening Lodge, or who are just simply fans.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 10, 2026- THE FEAR OF 13 On Broadway Adds New Cas Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 10, 2026- THE FEAR OF 13 On Broadway Adds New Cast Members and More
by - Feb 10, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 10, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Exclusive: Isaac Powell on THE MOMENT, Next Theater Project & More Photo
Exclusive: Isaac Powell on THE MOMENT, Next Theater Project & More
by Tyler Hinton - Feb 9, 2026

Isaac Powell, Broadway star of the recent revivals of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND and WEST SIDE STORY, plays a key role in the new Charli XCX film THE MOMENT, which recently premiered at Sundance and is now playing in movie theaters across the country. He sat down to talk with BroadwayWorld about the film, his career, and what’s next. 
Broadway Meets THE BEAUTY: A Guide to the Stage Stars in the New FX Series Photo
Broadway Meets THE BEAUTY: A Guide to the Stage Stars in the New FX Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 26, 2026

From Anthony Ramos to Ben Platt, take a look at all the Broadway stars to look out for when you tune in to Ryan Murphy's new series, The Beauty. New episodes debut on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on FX and Hulu.
Video: Charli XCX Stars in New Trailer for THE MOMENT Mockumentary Photo
Video: Charli XCX Stars in New Trailer for THE MOMENT Mockumentary
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025

A24 has released a new trailer for The Moment, the forthcoming mockumentary following Charli XCX as she prepares for her arena tour debut. The trailer sees the pop star playing a fictionalized version of herself as she attempts to develop her concert. Check it out now.
Joe Mantello Gifts $1M to University of North Carolina School of the Arts Photo
Joe Mantello Gifts $1M to University of North Carolina School of the Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 26, 2025

The School of Drama at UNCSA has announced a $1 million gift from acclaimed actor and two-time Tony Award-winning director of stage and screen Joe Mantello, a graduate of the school’s class of ’84.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston 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!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston 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!
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston Awards; EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL HD at BCA Plaza Theatre Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston 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!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Boston Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Boston 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!
Photos: SUNSET BLVD Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway Photo
Photos: SUNSET BLVD Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 22, 2024

Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd, starring Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond' officially opened on Sunday, October 20 at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of all of the stars arriving at opening night here!
Video: HBO Releases Official Trailer For Comedy Series THE FRANCHISE Photo
Video: HBO Releases Official Trailer For Comedy Series THE FRANCHISE
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2024

HBO has released the official trailer for the original comedy series THE FRANCHISE. The eight-episode season debuts SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max, followed by one new episode weekly through Sunday, November 24.
Video: HBO Releases THE FRANCHISE Trailer From Sam Mendes Photo
Video: HBO Releases THE FRANCHISE Trailer From Sam Mendes
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 9, 2024

THE FRANCHISE follows the crew of an unloved franchise movie fighting for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe. The comedy series shines a light on the secret chaos inside the world of superhero moviemaking. Watch the trailer now!
Review: American Repertory Theater's GATSBY is Great Photo
Review: American Repertory Theater's GATSBY is Great
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 27, 2024

The new musical Gatsby, being given its world premiere by the American Repertory Theater at the Loeb Drama Center in Cambridge through August 3, isn’t just great, it’s spectacular.
Review Roundup: GATSBY Makes its World Premiere at A.R.T. Photo
Review Roundup: GATSBY Makes its World Premiere at A.R.T.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2024

The world premiere of Gatsby at A.R.T., with a score by Florence Welch, is now open! Read the reviews for Gatsby here!
Photos: Get a First Look at GATSBY World Premiere at A.R.T. Photo
Photos: Get a First Look at GATSBY World Premiere at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2024

Get a first look at photos of the world premiere of Gatsby at American Repertory Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.
GATSBY, with Music by Florence Welch, Begins Performances at A.R.T. Photo
GATSBY, with Music by Florence Welch, Begins Performances at A.R.T.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024

The Great Gatsby begins performances at A.R.T today, May 26th, with an opening night scheduled for June 5th. The production will run through August 3rd.
World Premiere of GATSBY at A.R.T. Pushes First Preview Date Photo
World Premiere of GATSBY at A.R.T. Pushes First Preview Date
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024

The world premiere musical Gatsby at A.R.T. will now begin previews on May 26. Learn more about the show.
Photos: See Rachel Chavkin, Sonya Tayeh & More in Rehearsals for GATSBY at A.R.T. Photo
Photos: See Rachel Chavkin, Sonya Tayeh & More in Rehearsals for GATSBY at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024

See rehearsal photos fro Gatsby at A.R.T. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
American Repertory Theater Announces Associated Programming For GATSBY World-Premiere Photo
American Repertory Theater Announces Associated Programming For GATSBY World-Premiere Musical 
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024

A.R.T. has announced associated programming for GATSBY, including a film series, essential question discussions, and access performances.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Isaac Powell been in?

Isaac Powell has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Isaac Powell been in?

Isaac Powell has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Isaac Powell been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for West Side Story and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for West Side Story.

What awards has Isaac Powell won?

Isaac Powell won the Outstanding Actor in a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in West Side Story.

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