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Jefferson Mays BIO

Jefferson Mays recently completed his one-man rendition of A Christmas Carol at the Geffen Playhouse for which he received rave reviews. He was nominated for a 2017 Tony Award for originating the role of Terje Rød-Larsen in the Tony Award-winning play Oslo. Mays was also Tony-nominated for his multi-character performance in the Tony Award–winning Broadway production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, as well as his Tony Award–winning performance in I Am My Own Wife, where he played over 40 different roles. He also recently starred as George Hodel in the TNT miniseries I Am the Night, directed by Patty Jenkins, and recently had a featured role in the Coen Brothers anthology series The Ballad of Buster Scruggs. Jefferson’s television credits include recurring arcs on FX’s The Americans; Cinemax’s The Knick, directed by Steven Soderbergh; NBC’s Law & Order: Special Victims Unit; as well as a guest role in the Netflix hit Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.

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Jefferson Mays STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2022
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Mayor Shinn

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Terje Rod-Larsen

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2016
Bensinger

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Original Production, 2016
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
D'Ysquith Family

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Production, 2011
British Secret Service

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2007
Henry Higgins

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2007
Private Mason

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2006
Alexander Throttlebottom

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Charlotte von Mahlsdorf

[Off-Broadway]
2003
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2000
Jeremiah Grady

[Off-Broadway]
1998
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Abbe de Coulmier

[Off-Broadway]
1994
Mokie


Jefferson Mays Awards and Nominations

Obie Awards - 2017 - Ensemble

Jefferson MaysOslo

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Jefferson Mays, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jefferson Mays, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Jefferson Mays, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Jefferson Mays, A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder

The Lortels - 2012 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Jefferson Mays, Blood and Gifts

Obie Awards - 2004 - Performance

Jefferson Mays, I Am My Own Wife

Theatre World Awards - 2004 - Performance

Jefferson Mays, I Am My Own Wife

Obie Awards - 1994 - Performance

Jefferson MaysOrestes

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Jefferson Mays News


Ben Platt Will Play 3-Week Concert Residency at Broadway's Palace Theatre

Ben Platt will play a three-week concert residency at Broadway's recently refurbished Palace Theatre this May, in celebration of the release of his upcoming third album Honeymind. The historic Broadway theatre has now been raised to create space for retail shops underneath. Past residencies at the Palace include Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli, Bette Mider, and more.

Review: A Powerhouse Performance by Rp Mclaughlin, a Story of Identity with I AM MY OWN WIFE at Stageworks Theatre

Doug Wright a Drama Desk Nominated and Tony Award-winning Playwright wrote I Am My Own Wife, based on his conversations with German Antiquarian Charlotte von Mahlsdorf. It premiered off-Broadway at Playwright Horizons in 2003.

Kristin Chenoweth-Led THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Will Have Pre-Broadway Run in Boston This Summer

New Stephen Schwartz musical, The Queen of Versailles, starring Kristin Chenoweth, will have its pre-Broadway run in Boston this summer! Learn more about this new musical and find out when you can catch it here!

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films

Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

Listen: Corey Hawkins, Phylicia Rashad & More Join RADIO PLAY REVIVAL Podcast Season 3

The Broadway Podcast Network will present the return of RADIO PLAY REVIVALpodcast.

SITI Company Releases New Book THIS IS NOT A HANDBOOK

The world-renowned SITI Company has released a groundbreaking new book, 'SITI Company: This Is Not A Handbook.' Filled with anecdotes, backstage shenanigans, and intimate investigations of craft, this book captures the ensemble's 30 years of working together.

Way Off Broadway Presents A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER

The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre's 2023 Season continues this fall with the Tony Award-winning musical A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder. 

Michael Arden & Tinashe Kajese-Bolden to Direct THE PREACHER'S WIFE World Premiere at The Alliance Theatre

The Alliance Theatre has announced the stage directors for its 55th season. See full programming, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Video: Get a Behind the Scenes Look at A CHRISTMAS CAROL With the Creative Team

In a new behind-the-scenes video, watch the creative team of A Christmas Carol discuss the all of the elements that make up a scene! 

Last Chance To Vote For The 20th Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards; SWEENEY TODD Leads Best Revival of a Musical!

This is the last chance to get your votes in for BroadwayWorld's 20th Annual Theater Fans' Choice Awards, a dazzling part of our 20th Anniversary Celebration!

Annaleigh Ashford, SOME LIKE IT HOT, LEOPOLDSTADT & More Win 2023 Drama League Awards

Today, May 19, the best of Broadway gathers to celebrate the 89TH Annual Drama League Awards, which will be held at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Check back to find out who will win!

SOME LIKE IT HOT, LEOPOLDSTADT & More Win 2023 Outer Critics Circle Awards

The Outer Critics Circle (OCC), the official organization of writers on New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers and national publications, is pleased to announce the winners of the 72nd Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2022-2023 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Find out who won here!

2023 Tony Awards Nominations- Live Reactions

Follow us throughout the day, as we'll bring you Tony nominee reactions, exclusive reports, surprises, behind the scenes coverage and oh, so much more!

Who Else Was Eligible for 2023 Tony Nominations?

Nominations for the 2023 Tony Awards were announced this morning, and while a select, talented few will spend the day celebrating their achievements, there are many who (while still great!), didn't get a nomination this year. Check out who else was eligible here.

Recap Tony Awards Eligibility Decisions of the 2022-23 Season

The Tony Awards Administration Committee has been meeting all year to discuss the eligibility of the 2022-23 Broadway productions all leading up to Tuesdays big announcement... the Tony nominations.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK; SOME LIKE IT HOT; & More Lead Nominations for Outer Critics Circle Awards

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the nominees for the 72nd Annual Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2022-2023 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Leading the pack with the most honors of the season is the Broadway musical New York, New York, with twelve nominations. Check out the full list of nominations here!

INTO THE WOODS, SWEENEY TODD, A DOLL'S HOUSE & More Lead in Nominations for 2023 Drama League Awards

The Drama League has announced the 2023 Drama League Awards Nominees. See the full list!

Taylor Iman Jones to Make Her Solo Debut At 54 Below This Week

Broadway Six's Taylor Iman Jones, a Broadway veteran and Bay Area native, will take the stage for tonight and tomorrow night at 54 Below.

Tickets On Sale Now For HANG TIME World Premiere at The Flea; Complete Cast Announced

The Flea has announced the complete cast and design team for the world-premiere production of HANG TIME, the new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist Zora Howard.

Ars Nova Sets March 2023 Lineup Featuring Mayte Natalio, Roderick Woodruff & More

Ars Nova has announced details for performances taking place in March 2023. See performers and how to purchase tickets.

Jefferson Mays FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Jefferson Mays has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

Jefferson Mays has not appeared in the West End.

Jefferson Mays has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including the Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for "A Christmas Carol" and "Oslo," Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for "A Christmas Carol" and "I Am My Own Wife," and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for "Oslo" and "I Am My Own Wife." He has also received nominations for Ensemble (Obie Awards) for "Oslo," Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for "A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder," and many more accolades for his outstanding performances in various productions.

Jefferson Mays has won several awards, including the Ensemble Obie Award for "Oslo," Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "A Gentleman's Guide to Love & Murder," Outstanding Lead Actor at the Helen Hayes Awards for "I Am My Own Wife," Best Leading Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "I Am My Own Wife," Performance Obie Award for "I Am My Own Wife," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "I Am My Own Wife," Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "I Am My Own Wife," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "I Am My Own Wife," Outstanding Solo Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "I Am My Own Wife," and Performance Obie Award for "Orestes."

Jefferson Mays's next show will be A Christmas Carol which opens on 11/21/2022 on Broadway.

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