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James Lee

James Lee is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Mamma Mia! and The Desk Set.

Date of Death: July 02, 2002

Birth Place: Pleasant Ridge, MI, USA

STAGE CREDITS

[Las Vegas]
Las Vegas Production, 2014
Ensemble
[Broadway]
1955
Richard Sumner [Replacement]

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Cedille Records to Release PACIFICA QUARTET Boxed Set THE AMERICAN COLLECTION
by Rachel Stone - Oct 28, 2026

Cedille Records will release a 3-CD boxed set featuring Grammy Award-winning PACIFICA QUARTET, combining three acclaimed recordings that explore nearly a century of American chamber music.
IN SYMPATHY Album to Release on Cedille Records
by Rachel Stone - Oct 26, 2026

Composer Mischa Zupko's new album features saxophonist Timothy McAllister and includes the world premiere recording of the title work, developed during Zupko's residency at Fermilab National Accelerator Laboratory.
Verona Quartet to Make Shriver Hall Debut With Saxophonist Steven Banks
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2026

The VERONA QUARTET will perform at Shriver Hall alongside saxophonist Steven Banks in his Baltimore debut, featuring works by Mozart, Theofanidis, and Dvořák.
Feature: REI HOTODA’S NEW CHAPTER HAS BEGUN WITH THE LAS VEGAS PHILHARMONIC
by Debbie Hall - Oct 8, 2026

Rei Hotoda has officially taken the podium as Music Director of the Las Vegas Philharmonic, marking a new chapter for both the acclaimed conductor and the orchestra.
Review: JERKER, Waterloo East
by Clementine Scott - Sep 29, 2026

An early tableau in Robert Chesley’s 1986 play Jerker involves a character masturbating to a generic message on his answering machine. It’s not the last masturbation scene in the play – which was once the subject of an obscenity-related censorship attempt on Californian radio – nor is it the last time we’ll see a scene of sexuality defined by separation and anonymity.
JERKER by Robert Chesley to Return to London at Waterloo East Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026

The 40th anniversary production of Robert Chesley's two-person drama will play a limited run at Waterloo East Theatre in London, featuring James Lee and Paul Dennison in a story about intimacy forged through late-night phone calls.
Stephen Bishop to Perform at GRAMMY Museum's Clive Davis Theater
by Rachel Stone - Aug 11, 2026

Stephen Bishop will return to the stage for the first time in seven years, joined by Jack Tempchin, Marcus Eaton and James Lee Stanley in an acoustic performance and conversation.
NECESSARY MUSIC ONLY: TILTED AXES Returns to Theater for the New City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2026

Theater for the New City will present Tilted Axes: Necessary Music Only, an original music theater work by composer Patrick Grant blending mobile electric guitars, percussion, choreography, and visual media.
Stephen Bishop Sets First Live Performance in Seven Years at the Grammy Museum
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2026

Oscar and two-time GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Stephen Bishop will play his first live performance in seven years, taking place at the GRAMMY Museum on Friday, October 9, at the Clive Davis Theater in Los Angeles, CA.
Steven Isserlis to Conclude Shriver Hall's 60th Season with Cello Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2026

Renowned cellist Steven Isserlis will perform works by Beethoven, Schumann, and others at Shriver Hall, Baltimore, marking the end of the venue's 60th mainstage season.
Shriver Hall Concert Series To Kick Off The New Year With Concert Featuring Pianist Emanuel Ax
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025

Shriver Hall Concert Series continues its 60th anniversary and 2025-26 concert season with its first performance on the new year, featuring pianist Emanuel Ax on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 5:30 pm.
The 92nd Street Y To Present CURTIS NEW MUSIC ENSEMBLE: WE THE ARTISTS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2025

The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY) will present Curtis New Music Ensemble: We the Artists on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center.
Review: BBC PROMS: CHINEKE! PLAYS SHOSTAKOVICH AT THE PROMS, Royal Albert Hall
by Debbie Gilpin - Sep 6, 2025

The commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Dmitry Shostakovich’s death continues at this year’s Proms, as Chineke! took on his epic Symphony No. 10 in E minor, headlining this concert with this composition brought to life in the wake of Stalinist oppression. Also on the programme were two premières: Valerie Coleman’s Fanfare for Uncommon Times and James Lee III’s Visions of Cahokia. As with their 2023 Proms appearance, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor rounded off the selection - this time with The Bamboula.
American Composers Orchestra Unveils Highlights of 2025-2026 Season
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 21, 2025

The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) has unveiled its 2025-2026 highlights, marking its 49th year. The season includes new works from Tamar Muskal, Elijah Daniel Smith, Mazz Swift, and more.
Video: Watch the Trailer for DEAR VIV Documentary Honoring The Vivienne
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 18, 2025

Dear Viv, an original documentary feature film honoring the life and legacy of drag icon and stage performer The Vivienne will premiere August 28 on WOW Presents Plus in the US and on BBC Three and iPlayer in the UK. Watch the trailer now.
DRAG RACE UK Winner and Stage Performer The Vivienne Honored in New Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 7, 2025

Dear Viv, an original documentary feature film honoring the life and legacy of drag icon and stage performer The Vivienne will premiere August 28 on WOW Presents Plus.
EXOTIC DEADLY: OR THE MSG PLAY to Make Northwest Premiere at Theatre Off Jackson
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2025

Following their 2024 Gregory Award-winning production of Vietgone, SIS Productions and Pork Filled Productions, in association with Theatre Off Jackson, will present the Northwest premiere of Exotic Deadly: OR the MSG Play by Keiko Green. Directed by Mimi Katano, the production will run September 6–20, 2025 at Theatre Off Jackson.
Review: HERE AND THEIR at 12th Ave Arts
by Amelia Divine - Jun 15, 2025

Every once in a while, a show comes along that feels like you are catching something before the rest of the world does. That is the experience with Here and Their, now performing at 12th Ave Arts. This original musical production epitomizes local Seattle theater at its finest. It is original, funny, tender, layered, and filled with heart. That it is happening in a small black box space makes it all the more impressive.
HERE AND THEIR World Premiere Opens During Pride Month At 12th Avenue Arts
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2025

The world premiere of nonbinary musical HERE AND THEIR, with book by local artist Jasmine Joshua, music/lyrics by Heather Ragusa, and story by Jasmine Joshua and Alexei Cifrese, will run on Capitol Hill throughout Pride Month. 
Deaf Broadway's WAITRESS in ASL and More Set for Lincoln Center’s Summer for the City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2025

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts will present the fourth annual Summer for the City. The 2025 festival will include world and New York premieres, participatory events, and more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has James Lee been in?

James Lee has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has James Lee been in?

James Lee has not appeared in the West End

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