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This one is a heart-breaker, friends. A real, honest to Sondheim heart-breaker. Like Avenue Q beating Wicked heart-breaker because, unless without a deus ex machina at Paramount Studios, we will never, ever see a musical that everyone says was one of the greatest musicals of the 1990s.
John Bolton
Broadway: Dames at Sea (Astaire nomination); A Christmas Story (Drama Desk nomination); Curtains; Monty Python's Spamalot; Contact; Titanic; How to Succeed... ; Damn Yankees.
Birth Place: Rochester, NY, USA
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BIO
Broadway: Dames at Sea (Astaire nomination); A Christmas Story (Drama Desk nomination); Curtains; Monty Python's Spamalot; Contact; Titanic; How to Succeed...; Damn Yankees. Guys & Dolls (Carnegie Hall), NY Pops and NY Philharmonic headliner, host of Off-Broadway's Pageant. TV: "Madam Secretary," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt," "Elementary," "Blue Bloods," "The Good Wife," "Boardwalk Empire," "Gossip Girl," "Law and Order: Criminal Intent," "Ed," "Show Boat," "The Savages," "All My Children," "As the World Turns." BA in Journalism. @ItsJohnBolton
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Jason Graae, Klea Blackhurst, Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Leslie Uggams, Jeremy Jordan, Harvey Fierstein, Kristin Chenoweth, Alice Borden, Lee Roy Reams, Jane Dorian, Michael Feinstein, Bernadette Peters, Kelli O'Hara, Sutton Foster, Betty Buckley, Ron Raines, Tyne Daly, Debbie Gravitte and John Bolton
Date:
02/04/2020
From: Photo Coverage: Broadway Unites to Honor the Late, Great Jerry Herman
STAGE CREDITS
[Los Angeles]
World Premiere, 2006
Daryl Grady, Lieutenant Frank Cioffi/Christopher Belling (Understudy) [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
King Arthur [Replacement], Sir Robin (Standby), Sir Lancelot (Standby), Sir Dennis Galahad (Standby), Sir Bedevere (Standby), King Arthur (Standby)
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2000
Michael Wiley [Replacement], Michael Wiley (Standby), Husband (Understudy), Frenchman (Understudy), Bartender (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
2nd Officer Charles Lightoller, 2nd Class Passenger, Charles Clarke [Replacement], Harold Bride (Understudy), 1st Officer William Murdoch (Understudy)
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1995
Ensemble [Replacement], TV Announcer [Replacement], Ovington [Replacement], Office Boy [Replacement], J. Pierrepont Finch [Replacement], Bud Frump (Understudy) [Replacement], J. Pierrepont Finch (Understudy) [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Stadium P.A. Announcer [Replacement], Play-by-Play Announcer [Replacement], Ozzie [Replacement], Lo-Tone [Replacement]
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
John Bolton, Anastasia
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
John Bolton, A Christmas Story, The Musical!
Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
John Bolton, A Christmas Story, The Musical!
Videos
Video: Charity Angél Dawson Sings 'I Know Where I've Been' in The Muny's HAIRSPRAY
by Michael Major - 2026-06-18 13:06:47
Video: The Muny Shares HAIRSPRAY Preview With Richard Kind, Katy Geraghty & More
by Michael Major - 2026-06-16 14:51:37
Video: HAIRSPRAY Designer Run at The Muny Offers Behind-the-Scenes Rehearsal Look
by Robert Diamond - 2026-06-12 12:35:52
Video: Richard Kind & Katy Geraghty Rehearse 'Welcome to the 60's' from HAIRSPRAY at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - 2026-06-12 12:33:15
Video: Heidi Blickenstaff, John Bolton and More in COME FROM AWAY at The Muny
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-06-28 09:18:36
Video: Heidi Blickenstaff Sings 'Me And The Sky' in Rehearsals for COME FROM AWAY at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - 2025-06-23 14:47:42
Video: John Bolton Sings 'Someday, Baby' from PAPER MOON at 54 Below
by Michael Major - 2025-03-19 12:32:06
Video: Christy Altomare, John Bolton, Alex Joseph Greyson & More Are Bringing Back ANASTASIA
by Joey Mervis - 2025-02-05 13:05:38
VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Gigi Gervais - 2021-10-30 17:20:45
Broadway Rewind: A CHRISTMAS STORY Arrives on Broadway!
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - 2020-12-23 14:01:00
Broadway Rewind: Journey to the Past with ANASTASIA at Broadway in Bryant Park!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-07-09 17:01:00
News
DARRIN CRISS To Headline Anniversary Concert AT The Plaza Theatre
by David Green - Oct 20, 2026
Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award winner Darren Criss will take the stage at the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre on Tuesday, December 1, for the Darren Criss Anniversary Concert. The performance falls exactly one year after the Plaza reopened its doors on December 1, 2025 with a gala concert featuring Cynthia Erivo, following an extensive restoration and more than a decade of closure. The concert also launches the theatre's 90th anniversary celebration, which begins on December 12, 2026, ninety years after the Plaza first opened in downtown Palm Springs.
by David Green - Oct 20, 2026
Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award winner Darren Criss will take the stage at the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre on Tuesday, December 1, for the Darren Criss Anniversary Concert. The performance falls exactly one year after the Plaza reopened its doors on December 1, 2025 with a gala concert featuring Cynthia Erivo, following an extensive restoration and more than a decade of closure. The concert also launches the theatre's 90th anniversary celebration, which begins on December 12, 2026, ninety years after the Plaza first opened in downtown Palm Springs.
CURTAINS to Open at the Theatre at St. Jean's with Talkbacks from John Bolton
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
The Blue Hill Troupe will present the Tony-nominated backstage musical CURTAINS at Theatre at St. Jean's, with talkbacks featuring original Broadway cast member John Bolton and book writer Rupert Holmes.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2026
The Blue Hill Troupe will present the Tony-nominated backstage musical CURTAINS at Theatre at St. Jean's, with talkbacks featuring original Broadway cast member John Bolton and book writer Rupert Holmes.
Listen: ROMERO & JULIET Featuring Kate Rockwell and Jack Baugh Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
An EP of songs from Romero & Juliet, a new musical based on elements from Shakespeare’s timeless love story and the zombie lore of filmmaker George Romero, has been released.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2026
An EP of songs from Romero & Juliet, a new musical based on elements from Shakespeare’s timeless love story and the zombie lore of filmmaker George Romero, has been released.
Video: Charity Angél Dawson Sings 'I Know Where I've Been' in The Muny's HAIRSPRAY
by Michael Major - Jun 18, 2026
The Muny has released new video footage of Charity Angél Dawson as Motormouth Maybelle performing 'I Know Where I've Been' in their production of Hairspray. Only four more nights of the hit musical remain.
by Michael Major - Jun 18, 2026
The Muny has released new video footage of Charity Angél Dawson as Motormouth Maybelle performing 'I Know Where I've Been' in their production of Hairspray. Only four more nights of the hit musical remain.
Photos: First Look at The Muny's HAIRSPRAY With Richard Kind & More
by Michael Major - Jun 16, 2026
See new photos of Hairspray at The Muny, which features Katy Geraghty leading the cast as Tracy Turnblad, with Richard Kind as Edna Turnblad, John Bolton as Wilbur Turnblad, Charity Angél Dawson as Motormouth Maybelle, and more.
by Michael Major - Jun 16, 2026
See new photos of Hairspray at The Muny, which features Katy Geraghty leading the cast as Tracy Turnblad, with Richard Kind as Edna Turnblad, John Bolton as Wilbur Turnblad, Charity Angél Dawson as Motormouth Maybelle, and more.
Video: The Muny Shares HAIRSPRAY Preview With Richard Kind, Katy Geraghty & More
by Michael Major - Jun 16, 2026
The Muny has released a video of their production of Hairspray, starring Richard Kind as 'Edna Turnblad' and Katy Geraghty as 'Tracy.' The footage features Geraghty, seen on Broadway in Into the Woods, singing 'You Can't Stop the Beat.'
by Michael Major - Jun 16, 2026
The Muny has released a video of their production of Hairspray, starring Richard Kind as 'Edna Turnblad' and Katy Geraghty as 'Tracy.' The footage features Geraghty, seen on Broadway in Into the Woods, singing 'You Can't Stop the Beat.'
Video: HAIRSPRAY Designer Run at The Muny Offers Behind-the-Scenes Rehearsal Look
by Robert Diamond - Jun 12, 2026
The Muny shared a designer run video from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the cast and creative team in rehearsal ahead of the season opener.
by Robert Diamond - Jun 12, 2026
The Muny shared a designer run video from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the cast and creative team in rehearsal ahead of the season opener.
Video: Richard Kind & Katy Geraghty Rehearse 'Welcome to the 60's' from HAIRSPRAY at The Muny
by Joshua Wright - Jun 12, 2026
The Muny posted a designer run video from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the cast and creative team in rehearsal ahead of the season opener.
by Joshua Wright - Jun 12, 2026
The Muny posted a designer run video from its upcoming production of HAIRSPRAY, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the cast and creative team in rehearsal ahead of the season opener.
Full Cast Set For HAIRSPRAY at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
The Muny announced the full cast for its production of HAIRSPRAY, opening the theatre's 108th season in Forest Park. Richard Kind, Katy Geraghty, and Charity Angél Dawson lead the company.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026
The Muny announced the full cast for its production of HAIRSPRAY, opening the theatre's 108th season in Forest Park. Richard Kind, Katy Geraghty, and Charity Angél Dawson lead the company.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 22, 2026- THE BALUSTERS Opens On Broadway and More
by - Apr 22, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 22, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Katy Geraghty, John Bolton, and More Join HAIRSPRAY at the Muny
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for HAIRSPRAY, opening its 108th season at Forest Park. Katy Geraghty and Richard Kind lead the production, which marks the show's return to the St. Louis stage for the first time since 2015.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
The Muny announced the principal cast for HAIRSPRAY, opening its 108th season at Forest Park. Katy Geraghty and Richard Kind lead the production, which marks the show's return to the St. Louis stage for the first time since 2015.
Plaza Theatre's rePLAY Series Continues After Sold-Out Show
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Following a successful sold-out performance of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST (IN NEW YORK), Plaza Theatre will present THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE on March 13-14 as part of their ongoing rePLAY Series.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Following a successful sold-out performance of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST (IN NEW YORK), Plaza Theatre will present THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE on March 13-14 as part of their ongoing rePLAY Series.
Jerry Mitchell to Direct DIRTY LITTLE SECRET Industry Presentations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Dirty Little Secret, a new musical based on a true story, will receive industry presentations in New York City, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
Dirty Little Secret, a new musical based on a true story, will receive industry presentations in New York City, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell.
Andy Karl, Marc Kudisch and More to Star in CEASE AND DESIST: A SUPER META-MUSICAL Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
The first private table reading of Paul Iacono and Marc Kudisch’s new show, Cease and Desist: A Super Meta-Musical – the comic-book opera that erases the line between hero and villain — will be presented.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026
The first private table reading of Paul Iacono and Marc Kudisch’s new show, Cease and Desist: A Super Meta-Musical – the comic-book opera that erases the line between hero and villain — will be presented.
Video: First Look At ELF THE MUSICAL At Bucks County Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released video highlights of its new staging of ELF: THE MUSICAL from November 21 through January 4 in New Hope. Based on the film, the musical follows Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City, discovering his identity while attempting to bring holiday spirit to the city.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has released video highlights of its new staging of ELF: THE MUSICAL from November 21 through January 4 in New Hope. Based on the film, the musical follows Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City, discovering his identity while attempting to bring holiday spirit to the city.
John Tartaglia to Direct ELF: THE MUSICAL at Bucks County Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse will ring in the holiday season with a sparkling new production of “Elf: The Musical,” playing at the historic New Hope venue, and directed by John Tartaglia.
Photos: ROMERO & JULIET Gets Concert Premiere at The Cutting Room
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET had its New York City concert premiere on November 2 (The Day of the Dead) at The Cutting Room. Check out photos of the event!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025
The new zombie rock musical ROMERO & JULIET had its New York City concert premiere on November 2 (The Day of the Dead) at The Cutting Room. Check out photos of the event!
Jason Alexander, Christine Ebersole, And Michael Urie To Lead New Script-in-Hand Series At Palm Springs’ Plaza Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2025
Palm Springs’ Plaza Theatre will debut rePLAY, a new benefit series featuring all-star casts in comedies directed by Susan Stroman, Philip Wm. McKinley, and David Zippel. Find out how to get tickets and all the details.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2025
Palm Springs’ Plaza Theatre will debut rePLAY, a new benefit series featuring all-star casts in comedies directed by Susan Stroman, Philip Wm. McKinley, and David Zippel. Find out how to get tickets and all the details.
John Bolton Joins Cast of ROMERO & JULIET in Concert
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
John Bolton, a Tony Award nominee for A CHRISTMAS STORY, has joined the cast of ROMERO & JULIET in Concert as Uncle Larry (aka Friar Lawrence.)
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025
John Bolton, a Tony Award nominee for A CHRISTMAS STORY, has joined the cast of ROMERO & JULIET in Concert as Uncle Larry (aka Friar Lawrence.)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Bolton been in?
John Bolton has appeared on Broadway in 12 shows.
How many West End shows has John Bolton been in?
John Bolton has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has John Bolton been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anastasia, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Christmas Story, The Musical! and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for A Christmas Story, The Musical!.
Podcasts
The seasoned vet of NINE BROADWAY SHOWS, John Bolton, joins Take A Bow. Bolton walks audiences through his favorite stories of shows such as Anastasia, A Christmas Story, Titanic, Hello Dolly, How To Succeed, and Damn Yankees.
#66 - Now Batting: John Bolton
John Bolton kicks off 2021 in The Batter's Box for Episode 66! Bolton's esteemed Broadway career dates back to 1994 when he made his debut in Damn Yankees.
Ep19 - John Bolton: How to Succeed in Comedy Without Really Trying
With over 25 years in the industry, John Bolton is the ultimate showman. He made his Broadway debut in 1994 and has been honing his comedy skills ever since. In this episode, John discusses his upbringing in Rochester, New York, where he was a leading member of his community theatre.
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