Jason Pennycooke
Latest News on Jason Pennycooke:
Stratford East Extends THE HARDER THEY COME By One Week (Sep 24, 2025)
Photos: THE HARDER THEY COME in Rehearsal at Stratford East (Aug 20, 2025)
Cast and Creative Team Set For THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East (Jul 15, 2025)
Stratford East Extends THE HARDER THEY COME By One Week (Sep 24, 2025)
Photos: THE HARDER THEY COME in Rehearsal at Stratford East (Aug 20, 2025)
Cast and Creative Team Set For THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East (Jul 15, 2025)
BIO
Jason was nominated for an Olivier for the role of Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson in the original cast of Hamilton, West End. He was also nominated for an Olivier for the role of Bobby Dupree in Memphis: The Musical at the Shaftesbury. He was Olivier and WhatsOnStage-nominated for the role of Jacob in La Cage Aux Folles at the Playhouse. Jason has three affiliated Best New Musical Olivier nominations for shows he choreographed: Soul Sister, Porgy and Bess and The Big Life (also WhatsOnStage nominated). Theatre includes: Father Comes Home from the Wars (Royal Court), Guys and Dolls (Phoenix), Kiss Me, Kate (Chichester Festival Theatre and Old Vic), Cats (UK tour), Starlight Express (Apollo Victoria), Five Guys Named Moe (Albery), Rent (Prince of Wales/first UK tour), Soul Train (Victoria Palace), The Big Life (Apollo/Theatre Royal Stratford East), Hey, Mr Producer! (Lyceum), Stomp (Vaudeville) and The Rat Pack (Savoy/Adelphi/US tour). Films include: Rocketman and Mister Lonely. Television includes: Kiss Me, Kate for BBC Proms, The Naked Choir, Shopping, All About the McKenzies and Stay Lucky.
Photos
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Kyle Selig, Gavin Lee, Maria Wirries, Greg Mills, Jasmine Forsberg, Peter Neureuther, Beth Leavel, Bonnie Langford, Jeremy Secomb, Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, Jacob Dickey, Jason Pennycooke, Paige Faure, Joanna Riding, Kevin Earley, Alexa Lopez, Kate Jennings Grant and Daniel Yearwood
Date:
04/12/2025
From: Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Celebrates Opening Night
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Kyle Selig, Gavin Lee, Maria Wirries, Greg Mills, Jasmine Forsberg, Peter Neureuther, Beth Leavel, Bonnie Langford, Jeremy Secomb, Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, Jacob Dickey, Jason Pennycooke, Paige Faure, Joanna Riding, Kevin Earley, Alexa Lopez, Kate Jennings Grant and Daniel Yearwood
Date:
04/12/2025
From: Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Celebrates Opening Night
Matthew Bourne, Kyle Selig, Maria Wirrie, Paige Faure, Daniel Yearwood, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Jeremy Secomb, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Bonnie Langford, Gavin Lee, Bernadette Peters, Jacob Dickey, Lea Salonga, Peter Neureuther, Jason Pennycooke, Jason Pennycooke, Daryl Roth, Beth Leavel,Alexa Lopez, David Harris, Kate Jennings Grant, Stephen Mear, Joanna Riding, Lynne Meadow and Chris Jennings
Date:
01/24/2025
From: Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
Matthew Bourne, Kyle Selig, Maria Wirrie, Paige Faure, Daniel Yearwood, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Jeremy Secomb, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Bonnie Langford, Gavin Lee, Bernadette Peters, Jacob Dickey, Lea Salonga, Peter Neureuther, Jason Pennycooke, Jason Pennycooke, Daryl Roth, Beth Leavel,Alexa Lopez, David Harris, Kate Jennings Grant, Stephen Mear, Joanna Riding, Lynne Meadow and Chris Jennings
Date:
01/24/2025
From: Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
Kyle Selig, Maria Wirrie, Paige Faure, Daniel Yearwood, Kevin Earley, Jasmine Forsberg, Jeremy Secomb, Bonnie Langford, Gavin Lee, Bernadette Peters, Jacob Dickey, Lea Salonga, Peter Neureuther, Jason Pennycooke, Jason Pennycooke, Beth Leavel, Alexa Lopez, David Harris, Kate Jennings Grant, Joanna Riding
Date:
01/24/2025
From: Photos: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, & Stephen Sondheim's OLD FRIENDS Meets the Press
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2025
Ensemble () [Replacement]
Performer
Productions
Awards and Nominations
Olivier Awards - 2018 - Best Actor In A Supporting Role In A Musical
Jason Pennycooke, Hamilton
Olivier Awards - 2015 - Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical
Jason PennycookeMemphis The Musical
Olivier Awards - 2009 - Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical
Jason Pennycooke, La Cage Aux Folles
Videos
Video: Bernadette Peters Discusses Her Friendship with Stephen Sondheim
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-15 14:59:00
Video: Bernadette Peters Reveals Her Favorite Stephen Sondheim Song
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-14 17:34:48
Video: Darren Criss Recalls Hilarious Red Carpet Story with Bernadette Peters
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-14 11:13:45
Video: Inside Opening Night of STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - 2025-04-09 12:42:01
Video: Watch Highlights from STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-03-31 15:20:31
Video: Watch Bernadette Peters Sing 'Broadway Baby' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - 2025-03-13 10:05:06
Video: Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and the Cast of SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Take Final Bows
by Stephi Wild - 2024-01-08 05:25:31
Video: First Look at Bernadette Peters, Lea Salonga, and More in a New Trailer For STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS
by Stephi Wild - 2023-06-22 10:35:29
VIDEO: The West End Company of HAMILTON Performs 'Alexander Hamilton' at the Royal Variety Performance
by Stephi Wild - 2018-12-14 09:44:30
VIDEO: A Message From The King! HAMILTON's King George III Announces the 2019 Olivier Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2018-10-12 08:24:22
Ally Ava Brown and Jon Robyns to Join the Cast of West End HAMILTON
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-09-27 18:36:32
VIDEO: Watch the West End Cast of HAMILTON Perform on the Olivier Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2018-04-08 20:38:47
VIDEO: Get a Look Behind the Scenes of HAMILTON London's Epic #Ham4Ham Mashup
by Stephi Wild - 2017-12-26 06:02:29
TV: Get a First Look at the London Cast of HAMILTON Performing 'My Shot'
by Stephi Wild - 2017-12-22 09:21:02
VIDEO: HAMILTON Designer David Korins Shares Inside Look at West End Production
by Julie Musbach - 2017-12-21 13:29:56
VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda Joins the HAMILTON London Cast for #Ham4Ham Mashup in Honor of Opening Night
by Stephi Wild - 2017-12-21 09:14:45
STAGE TUBE: Inside 'The Room Where It Happens' - Hamilton West End's First Day of Rehearsals!
by Stephi Wild - 2017-11-16 08:49:06
VIDEO: Women in the Sequel! Go Behind the Scenes with HAMILTON's Badass Set-Builders in London
by BWW News Desk - 2017-10-10 15:46:23
BWW Morning Brief January 27th, 2017: Top Stories You Might Have Missed and More!
by Jessica Khan - 2017-01-27 02:07:29
News
Stratford East Extends THE HARDER THEY COME By One Week
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
Stratford East has announced an extension for the critically acclaimed new production of THE HARDER THEY COME, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2025
Stratford East has announced an extension for the critically acclaimed new production of THE HARDER THEY COME, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name.
Photos: THE HARDER THEY COME in Rehearsal at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025
Stratford East has released first look rehearsal images for The Harder They Come, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name. Check out the photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 20, 2025
Stratford East has released first look rehearsal images for The Harder They Come, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name. Check out the photos here!
Cast and Creative Team Set For THE HARDER THEY COME at Stratford East
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
Stratford East has announced the full cast and creative team for the UK premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2025
Stratford East has announced the full cast and creative team for the UK premiere of THE HARDER THEY COME, the newly adapted reggae musical based on the cult Jamaican film of the same name.
Video: Watch the Final SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Curtain Call
by Michael Major - Jun 30, 2025
Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends concluded its limited run at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch a video of the final performance of 'Side By Side,' followed by speeches from Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga.
by Michael Major - Jun 30, 2025
Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends concluded its limited run at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch a video of the final performance of 'Side By Side,' followed by speeches from Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga.
5 Broadway Shows Close This Weekend
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2025
Broadway says goodbye to five productions. Glengarry Glen Ross takes its final bow at the Palace Theatre following 23 previews and 104 regular performances; The Picture of Dorian Gray plays its final performance at the Music Box Theatre after 15 previews and 98 regular performances; and more.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 28, 2025
Broadway says goodbye to five productions. Glengarry Glen Ross takes its final bow at the Palace Theatre following 23 previews and 104 regular performances; The Picture of Dorian Gray plays its final performance at the Music Box Theatre after 15 previews and 98 regular performances; and more.
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends is now in its final two weeks on Broadway. Learn more about the production starring Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends is now in its final two weeks on Broadway. Learn more about the production starring Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, and learn how to purchase tickets.
Scarlett Strallen Steps in to the Cast of STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025
Two-time Olivier Award nominee Scarlett Strallen will temporarily replace Kate Jennings Grant in Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. Learn more about the cast change here!
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2025
Two-time Olivier Award nominee Scarlett Strallen will temporarily replace Kate Jennings Grant in Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. Learn more about the cast change here!
Photos: Inside MTC's Spring Gala Honoring Jake Gyllenhaal
by Bruce Glikas - May 22, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club just hosted its 2025 Spring Gala, which was held on Monday, May 19 at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening was hosted by three-time Tony Award recipient Bernadette Peters . Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 22, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club just hosted its 2025 Spring Gala, which was held on Monday, May 19 at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening was hosted by three-time Tony Award recipient Bernadette Peters . Check out photos here!
Video: Bernadette Peters Discusses Her Friendship with Stephen Sondheim
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2025
Broadway icon Bernadette Peters, currently on Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, visited Live with Kelly and Mark on Thursday to discuss the production, currently playing at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch the interview!
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2025
Broadway icon Bernadette Peters, currently on Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends, visited Live with Kelly and Mark on Thursday to discuss the production, currently playing at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch the interview!
Video: Bernadette Peters Reveals Her Favorite Stephen Sondheim Song
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025
As part of The Kelly Clarkson Show's Broadway-themed episode, Broadway icon Bernadette Peters stopped by the show to discuss starring in the musical revue Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends and shared her favorite Sondheim song. Watch the interview!
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025
As part of The Kelly Clarkson Show's Broadway-themed episode, Broadway icon Bernadette Peters stopped by the show to discuss starring in the musical revue Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends and shared her favorite Sondheim song. Watch the interview!
Video: Darren Criss Recalls Hilarious Red Carpet Story with Bernadette Peters
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025
On a visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show alongside Bernadette Peters, Darren Criss reenacted a hilarious moment from a red carpet event 10 years ago when it seemed as if the Old Friends star was checking Criss out during an interview. Watch the video now!
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2025
On a visit to The Kelly Clarkson Show alongside Bernadette Peters, Darren Criss reenacted a hilarious moment from a red carpet event 10 years ago when it seemed as if the Old Friends star was checking Criss out during an interview. Watch the video now!
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Sets Final Extension Through Late June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club will present a final two-week extension for Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club will present a final two-week extension for Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga. Learn more!
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 12, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, officially opened earlier this week on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night celebration here.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 12, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, officially opened earlier this week on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night celebration here.
Video: Inside Opening Night of STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Joey Mervis - Apr 9, 2025
The music of Stephen Sondheim is alive and well at the Samuel J. Friedman Thetare, where Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends opened just last night. Watch in this video as we take you inside the big night with stars Bernadette peters, Lea Salonga, and more.
by Joey Mervis - Apr 9, 2025
The music of Stephen Sondheim is alive and well at the Samuel J. Friedman Thetare, where Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends opened just last night. Watch in this video as we take you inside the big night with stars Bernadette peters, Lea Salonga, and more.
Photos: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 9, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends officially opened on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 9, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends officially opened on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows!
Review Roundup: STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025
It's a celebration of all things Steve as Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, celebrates on Broadway! See what the New York critics thought of this West End transfer! Read the reviews!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025
It's a celebration of all things Steve as Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, celebrates on Broadway! See what the New York critics thought of this West End transfer! Read the reviews!
Video: Watch Highlights from STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, is now in previews. Check out highlights of the cast in action in this video.
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 31, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, is now in previews. Check out highlights of the cast in action in this video.
STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS Extends for Two More Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, has extended for two more weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025
Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring two-time Tony Award winner Bernadette Peters and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga, has extended for two more weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch Bernadette Peters Sing 'Broadway Baby' on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2025
Bernadette Peters sat down on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss returning to Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends. Watch the video of her bursting into a rendition of 'Broadway Baby.'
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2025
Bernadette Peters sat down on the Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon last night to discuss returning to Broadway in Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends. Watch the video of her bursting into a rendition of 'Broadway Baby.'
Review: OLD FRIENDS at Ahmanson Theatre
by Evan Henerson - Feb 20, 2025
To watch these singers perform these numbers is to dream about entire revivals of Sondheim shows built around some of these actors, maybe even productions that have their genesis at the Ahmanson.
by Evan Henerson - Feb 20, 2025
To watch these singers perform these numbers is to dream about entire revivals of Sondheim shows built around some of these actors, maybe even productions that have their genesis at the Ahmanson.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jason Pennycooke been in?
Jason Pennycooke has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Jason Pennycooke been in?
Jason Pennycooke has appeared on London's West End in 5 shows.
What was Jason Pennycooke's first West End show?
Jason Pennycooke's first West End show was The Big Life which opened in 2005
What awards has Jason Pennycooke been nominated for?
Best Actor In A Supporting Role In A Musical (Olivier Awards) for Hamilton , Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Memphis The Musical and Best Performance In A Supporting Role In A Musical (Olivier Awards) for La Cage Aux Folles.
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