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Jeffrey Carlson

Birth Place: Long Beach, California, USA

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Carlson debuted on Broadway in Edward Albee's The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia? in 2002 and also appeared in the Broadway revival of Tartuffe in 2003. He later appeared in the short-lived Boy George Broadway musical Taboo in 2003 and 2004. He was nominated for the 2004 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical for the role of Marilyn in Taboo.

In August 2006, he appeared in a daytime role on All My Children, as a British rock star named Zarf. In late November 2006, he returned to the role and appeared in a total of 59 episodes. In the course of the storyline, Zarf was revealed to be a transgender woman named Zoe, who also happened to be a lesbian. All My Children won a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Daily Drama in 2007 for this storyline.

Other television credits include: Law & Order: SVU, Plainsong (CBS Hallmark Hall of Fame), and he was featured in the PBS American Masters documentary on The Juilliard School. He also appeared in the films The Killing Floor, Hitch, Backseat, and Nowhere to Go But Up.

In Washington, D.C. he starred on stage in the title role of Lorenzaccio in the play by Alfred de Musset, at the Shakespeare Theatre Company and returned to STC in June 2008 to play Hamlet. He returned again in 2016 (with a reprisal in 2018) to portray Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet, a role for which he was honored with the Emery Battis Award for his original performance. Other regional theater credits include: Richard II at Yale Repertory Theatre (title role); Romeo and Juliet (Romeo) and Candida (play) at McCarter Theatre Center; The Miracle Worker at Charlotte Repertory Theatre; The Importance of Being Earnest at Paper Mill Playhouse; Golden Age at Philadelphia Theatre Company and The Kennedy Center; Eugene O’Neill Theater Center’s National Playwrights Conference and the Cape Cod Theatre Project.

In Chicago he worked at the Goodman Theater in Stage Kiss during the 2010/2011 Season and Measure for Measure during the 2012/2013 Season. Other Chicago credits include Edward II at Chicago Shakespeare Theater (title role) and Henry IV (Parts 1 & 2) at Chicago Shakespeare Theater which then transferred to the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon, U.K. as part of their Complete Works season.

Off-Broadway credits in NYC include Antony and Cleopatra at Theatre for a New Audience; Bach at Leipzig at New York Theatre Workshop; Manuscript at the Daryl Roth Theatre; Last Easter at MCC Theater and Thief River at Signature Theatre Company.

In 2012 he starred opposite Angelica Page in the romantic screwball comedy called Psycho Therapy at the Cherry Lane Theater.

Carlson died on July 6, 2023, at the age of 48. The cause of death according to the formal conclusion of the medical examiner was idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy

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Jeffrey Carlson STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 2003
Marilyn

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2003

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Billy


Jeffrey Carlson Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical

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Chicago Teacher is Honoring the 400th Anniversary Of Shakespeare's First Folio


Hart, of Andersonville, has been training actors of all levels since she began teaching in 2006. She taught for five years at the acclaimed Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, as well as at Loyola University, Notre Dame University Summer Shakespeare, and Act One Conservatory. She has served as text coach for Chicago Shakespeare, Strawdog Theatre and Summer Shakespeare at Notre Dame, and her directing credits include Macbeth at City Lit Theatre and Falstaff's Dream at Notre Dame.

Wake Up With BWW 7/10: What's Coming to Broadway in Summer and Fall 2023, and More!


Top stories: Learn more about what's coming to Broadway in Summer/Fall 2023, plus read our interview with New York, New York star Clyde Alves, and more!

Jeffrey Carlson, Star of TABOO and THE GOAT, Has Passed Away at 48


According to various reports, Jeffrey Carlson, best known for originating the role of Marilyn in TABOO and Billy in Edward Albee's THE GOAT on Broadway, has passed away. He was 48.

ABC DAYTIME: BACK ON BROADWAY Raises $130,565 for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS


The fan-inspiring, steamy stream of ABC Daytime: Back on Broadway, a nostalgic evening of song and conversation with the stars of All My Children, One Life to Live and General Hospital, raised $130,565 to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, the philanthropic heart of Broadway.

BWW Feature: We Saw Them First/The Actors - Five Plays Whose Male Players Later Became Stars


Many British screen stars may seem to have burst on to the screen as comparative unknowns, except to theatre devotees who knew them already from the stage. What follows is a list of five actors from five storied plays whom I managed to catch live before celluloid fame came to call.

Quintessence Theatre Group Hosts Virtual Miscast Cabaret Fundraiser May 24


Quintessence Theatre Group has invited a group of artists from their tenth anniversary season for a virtual performance to raise funds for the company, The Waist-Up-Black-Tie Miscast Cabaret: A Virtual Fancy Fundraiser.

Jordan Barbour to Lead Quintessence Theatre Group's Live Reading of OTHELLO


Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, is bringing the world of William Shakespeare into our homes with a reading of his classic tragedy, Othello. This reading, on Wednesday May 6 at 7:30 p.m., will be streamed on Facebook (www.facebook.com/QuintessenceTheatre) and on the company's website www.qtgrep.org.

Quintessence Theatre Group Readies First-Ever Three Show Repertory


Quintessence Theatre Group, Philadelphia's professional classic repertory theatre, closes out its 10th Anniversary season with its first-ever three show repertory. From March 25-May 17, 2020 the company is presenting the Dreams and Madness Repertory. Each of these three plays explores the danger of love, the difference between dreams and madness, and the destructive power of authority and government. 

Westport Country Playhouse Stages World Premiere Translation/Adaptation of DON JUAN


Sex, politics, and religion a?" nothing is sacred a?" in Westport Country Playhouse's world premiere translation and adaption of Molière's comedy, a?oeDon Juan,a?? by Brendan Pelsue, directed by Playhouse associate artistic director David Kennedy, from November 5 a?" 23.

Photo Flash: Shakespeare Theatre Company Celebrates Artistic Director, Michael Kahn


On Sunday, June 16, Washington, D.C.'s theatre community gathered to celebrate the end of MICHAEL KAHN's 33-year tenure as Artistic Director of Shakespeare Theatre Company with musical and dramatic performances, special guests from the worlds of entertainment, politics, and media, and a mayoral proclamation.

BWW Review: ROMEO & JULIET at Shakespeare Theatre Company


Romeo & Juliet at STC is a rare opportunity to take part in a bona fide DC tradition, enjoy a free night out at the theater, and most importantly, connect with Shakespeare.

ROMEO AND JULIET Return to DC For Annual Free For All


Free For All, one of the capital's cherished annual traditions, will return this summer to Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC), offering two weeks of free performances of the Company's 2016 production of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. Directed by STC Associate Artistic Director Alan Paul, whose hit production of Camelot has extended through July 8 due to popular demand, the production will run at Sidney Harman Hall (610 F St NW) from August 21-September 2, providing more than 12,000 people the chance to see the play free of charge.

Cast Announced for the Goodman's HAVING OUR SAY: THE DELANY SISTERS' FIRST 100 YEARS


"Life is short, and it's up to you to make it sweet." - Sadie Delany (1889 -1999). Goodman Theatre revives Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years, Emily Mann's "warming theatrical event" (Variety)that celebrates the lives of "two strong, vibrant women dispensing joy and wisdom" (Chicago Tribune). Goodman Theatre Resident Director Chuck Smith's production features Ella Joyce and Marie Thomas as the Delany centenarians, Bessie (1891 - 1995) and Sadie (1889 -1999), respectively, as they trace their lives in a heartfelt reflection of their family history and triumphs over prejudices in times of social unrest.

New Lee Blessing Play MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL Gets Readings at Playwrights' Center


The 2016-17 Ruth Easton New Play Series at the Playwrights' Center concludes April 3 and 4 at 7 p.m. with public readings of 'Minneapolis/St. Paul' by Core Writer Lee Blessing.

Black Box Studios Proudly Presents THE GOAT OR, WHO IS SYLVIA?


Black Box Studios proudly presents the final weekend of performances of  its special engagement of Edward Albee's The Goat Or, Who Is Sylvia?, winner of the 2002 Tony Award for Best Play, at The Black Box Performing Arts Center of Teaneck.

Black Box Studios Proudly Presents THE GOAT OR, WHO IS SYLVIA?


Black Box Studios proudly presents the final weekend of performances of  its special engagement of Edward Albee's The Goat Or, Who Is Sylvia?, winner of the 2002 Tony Award for Best Play, at The Black Box Performing Arts Center of Teaneck.

Yale Repertory Theatre to Present Shakespeare's CYMBELINE, 3/25-4/16


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents CYMBELINE by William Shakespeare, directed by Evan Yionoulis, March 25-April 16 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is Thursday, March 31.

STAGE TUBE: Boy George Reveals TABOO Revival in the Works!


Broadway veteran and Taboo writer Boy George stopped by the GLAAD Media Awards earlier this month, where he confirmed in an interview with Mike Diamond that the show might be heading back to the stage. When asked about the odds of a revival, he commented: 'Very good. We've actually written a new script and we are in talks with people to do a new production. So yeah, it's something I want to happen.'

Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Sieber & More Set for 54 Below this Week


Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond:Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond:

Christopher Sieber, Linda Eder, Jeff Daniels, Beth Leavel and More Set for 54 Below, Feb-March 2014


This February and March at 54 BELOW presents an exciting lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond, including Christopher Sieber, Annaleigh Ashford, Randy Graff, Melinda Doolittle, Jeff Daniels, Linda Eder, Andrea McArdle, Sondheim Unplugged, Taboo: 10th Anniversary Reunion Concert, Beth Leavel, Lindsay Mendez and Derek Klena.

Jeffrey Carlson FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jeffrey Carlson been in?

Jeffrey Carlson has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Jeffrey Carlson been in?

Jeffrey Carlson has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jeffrey Carlson been nominated for?

Jeffrey Carlson has been nominated for the Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in Taboo.

What awards has Jeffrey Carlson won?

Jeffrey Carlson won the Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in Taboo.

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