John Ellison Conlee
Birth Place: Atlanta, GA, USA
Latest News on John Ellison Conlee:
Video: Behind the Scenes of the Renovated Delacorte Theater in Central Park (Nov 12, 2025)
Video: Peter Dinklage and Sandra Oh Star in New Clip From PBS' TWELFTH NIGHT (Nov 11, 2025)
Video: TWELFTH NIGHT Cast Celebrates Opening Night in the Park (Aug 27, 2025)
Video: Behind the Scenes of the Renovated Delacorte Theater in Central Park (Nov 12, 2025)
Video: Peter Dinklage and Sandra Oh Star in New Clip From PBS' TWELFTH NIGHT (Nov 11, 2025)
Video: TWELFTH NIGHT Cast Celebrates Opening Night in the Park (Aug 27, 2025)
BIO
MTC: Murder Ballad, The Madrid, The Green Heart. Recent theatre: Venus, Tumacho and The (curious case of the) Watson Intelligence (2014 Obie Award). Recent film/TV: LBJ, My America, Ned Rifle, "Billions," "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" and "Boardwalk Empire" (SAG Award nomination). Broadway: The Full Monty (Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics nominations), The Constant Wife and 1776. Off-Broadway: Pig Farm (Roundabout), Ethan Lipton's Luther (Clubbed Thumb), The Butter and Egg Man and The Bald Soprano (Atlantic). Encores! versions of Assassins and Anyone Can Whistle. He received his MFA from NYU.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater American Premiere Production, 2025
Cast
[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2013
Watson
[Williamstown, MA (Regional)]
Williamstown Theatre Festival Production, 2003
Walt Dreary
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1997
Lewis Morris [Replacement]
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Samuel Chase (Understudy) [Replacement]
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Awards and Nominations
winner
Obie Awards - 2014 - Performance
John Ellison Conlee, The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
John Ellison Conlee , The Full Monty
Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
John Ellison Conlee, The Full Monty
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
John Ellison Conlee, The Full Monty
Videos
Video: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Recalls HAMILTON Lyric Fail on CELEBRITY WHEEL OF FORTUNE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-14 10:23:51
Video: HBO Previews Season 3 Finale of THE GILDED AGE in Tense New Sneak Peek
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-08-04 15:21:53
Video: Morgan Spector Recalls Breakout Role in Broadway's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-31 11:11:30
Video: Sandra Oh Praises TWELFTH NIGHT Cast, Recites Shakespeare on LATE NIGHT
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-30 16:33:12
Video: Lupita Nyong'o on Breaking Character During TWELFTH NIGHT Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-25 12:03:13
Video: Sandra Oh Talks 'Joyous' Production of Shakespeare In The Park's TWELFTH NIGHT
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-23 15:06:15
Video: Peter Dinklage Discusses Challenges of Live Shakespeare on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-22 10:49:07
Video: Audra McDonald, Denée Benton, & More Discuss Portrayal of Black Elite in THE GILDED AGE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-17 15:20:43
Video: See Andrea Martin as Madame Dashkova in New Sneak Peek of THE GILDED AGE
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-07 16:40:07
Video: THE GILDED AGE Stars Morgan Spector and Carrie Coon Discuss Theater's Impact on the Series
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-17 13:56:05
Broadway Rewind: Steven Pasquale, Victoria Clark & More Bring Back ASSASSINS
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-09-10 17:01:00
VIDEO: Stars Turn Out to Help BC/EFA Raise Over $900,000 at the 2018 Broadway Flea Market
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-10-01 17:34:01
TV: THE NAP Company Takes Its Shot! Go Inside Opening Night
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2018-09-29 13:00:47
TV: What is Richard Bean's THE NAP All About? The Broadway-Bound Company Explains!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-08-05 13:00:47
TV: Welcome Back to the Old Red Hills of Home- Watch Video from MCP's PARADE Concert at Lincoln Center!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-02-17 09:06:07
TV: Back to the Old Red Hills of Home- Meet the Company of PARADE- Jeremy Jordan, Laura Benanti, Andy Mientus, Joshua Henry & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-02-13 13:03:30
News
Video: Behind the Scenes of the Renovated Delacorte Theater in Central Park
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025
In a new video, viewers are invited backstage at the newly revitalized Delacorte Theater in Central Park, home to Free Shakespeare in the Park. Check out the video, which dives into the history of the space and the approach to the recent updates.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2025
In a new video, viewers are invited backstage at the newly revitalized Delacorte Theater in Central Park, home to Free Shakespeare in the Park. Check out the video, which dives into the history of the space and the approach to the recent updates.
Video: Peter Dinklage and Sandra Oh Star in New Clip From PBS' TWELFTH NIGHT
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 11, 2025
Check out a clip from the Shakespeare in the Park production of Twelfth Night, which features Malvolio (Peter Dinklage) as he attempts to woo Olivia (Sandra Oh) with a winning smile.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 11, 2025
Check out a clip from the Shakespeare in the Park production of Twelfth Night, which features Malvolio (Peter Dinklage) as he attempts to woo Olivia (Sandra Oh) with a winning smile.
Video: TWELFTH NIGHT Cast Celebrates Opening Night in the Park
by Joey Mervis - Aug 27, 2025
Just last week, the Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Watch in this video as the whole company celebrates the big night!
by Joey Mervis - Aug 27, 2025
Just last week, the Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Watch in this video as the whole company celebrates the big night!
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of TWELFTH NIGHT
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 22, 2025
The Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals!
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 22, 2025
The Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. BroadwayWorld was there and we're bringing you photos from the star-studded red carpet arrivals!
Photos: TWELFTH NIGHT Cast Celebrates Opening Night in the Park
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 22, 2025
Just last night, the Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Check out photos of the cast in action here and photos from the red carpet here!
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 22, 2025
Just last night, the Delacorte Theater officially reopened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Check out photos of the cast in action here and photos from the red carpet here!
Review Roundup: Star-Studded TWELFTH NIGHT Opens at Shakespeare in the Park
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025
The Delacorte Theater officially repoened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Revel in the midsummer madness as twins Sebastian and Viola survive shipwreck, revenge plots, and the trick doors of love. Read reviews for this star-studded production!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2025
The Delacorte Theater officially repoened with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Revel in the midsummer madness as twins Sebastian and Viola survive shipwreck, revenge plots, and the trick doors of love. Read reviews for this star-studded production!
THE GILDED AGE Season 3 Finale Draws Record-Breaking 5 Million Viewers
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2025
Season 3 of The Gilded Age went out with a bang, as the finale episode of the HBO costume drama attracted 5.0 million viewers in its first three days of release in the U.S.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2025
Season 3 of The Gilded Age went out with a bang, as the finale episode of the HBO costume drama attracted 5.0 million viewers in its first three days of release in the U.S.
Photos: First Look at Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2025
The Delacorte Theater officially repoens this summer with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Check out photos of the cast in action here
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 14, 2025
The Delacorte Theater officially repoens this summer with Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT. Check out photos of the cast in action here
Video: Jesse Tyler Ferguson Recalls HAMILTON Lyric Fail on CELEBRITY WHEEL OF FORTUNE
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2025
During a recent visit to The Tonight Show, the Tony Award winner recalled the moment when he incorrectly guessed a famous Hamilton lyric on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune- right alongside original Hamilton cast member Renée Elise Goldsberry. Watch the interview!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 14, 2025
During a recent visit to The Tonight Show, the Tony Award winner recalled the moment when he incorrectly guessed a famous Hamilton lyric on Celebrity Wheel of Fortune- right alongside original Hamilton cast member Renée Elise Goldsberry. Watch the interview!
Listen: THE GILDED AGE Season 3 Soundtrack Now Streaming
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 11, 2025
WaterTower Music has released the official soundtrack for Season 3 of The Gilded Age, featuring original music by acclaimed composers Harry and Rupert Gregson-Williams. Listen to it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 11, 2025
WaterTower Music has released the official soundtrack for Season 3 of The Gilded Age, featuring original music by acclaimed composers Harry and Rupert Gregson-Williams. Listen to it now!
THE GILDED AGE Hits New Viewership High with 4.6 Million Viewers for Penultimate Episode of Season 3
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 7, 2025
As viewers prepare for the Season 3 finale, The Gilded Age continues to remain on top. According to new reports, the penultimate seventh episode of the HBO costume drama brought in 4.6 million viewers during its first three days.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 7, 2025
As viewers prepare for the Season 3 finale, The Gilded Age continues to remain on top. According to new reports, the penultimate seventh episode of the HBO costume drama brought in 4.6 million viewers during its first three days.
Video: HBO Previews Season 3 Finale of THE GILDED AGE in Tense New Sneak Peek
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 4, 2025
Ahead of the season finale airing of The Gilded Age, HBO Max has shared a new preview of the episode, which sees the Russell family navigate the aftermath of the shocking ending. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 4, 2025
Ahead of the season finale airing of The Gilded Age, HBO Max has shared a new preview of the episode, which sees the Russell family navigate the aftermath of the shocking ending. Watch it now!
Top Off-Broadway Shows for August 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 1, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for August 2025! See the list of BroadwayWorld's top shows here!
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 1, 2025
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre for August 2025! See the list of BroadwayWorld's top shows here!
THE GILDED AGE Sets Another Viewership Record as Season 3 Continues to Climb the Charts
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025
According to new reports, the recent sixth episode of HBO's The Gilded Age has reached a new ratings high, with 4.5 million viewers tuning in during its first three days.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025
According to new reports, the recent sixth episode of HBO's The Gilded Age has reached a new ratings high, with 4.5 million viewers tuning in during its first three days.
Free Shakespeare in the Park's TWELFTH NIGHT Begins Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
At long last, The Public Theater will begin performances for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of TWELFTH NIGHT. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
At long last, The Public Theater will begin performances for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of TWELFTH NIGHT. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Morgan Spector Recalls Breakout Role in Broadway's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025
To celebrate the success of the ongoing third season of The Gilded Age, Broadway alum Morgan Spector visited The Tonight Show to chat with Jimmy Fallon about the series and looked back on his Broadway debut in A View From the Bridge. Check out the interview!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025
To celebrate the success of the ongoing third season of The Gilded Age, Broadway alum Morgan Spector visited The Tonight Show to chat with Jimmy Fallon about the series and looked back on his Broadway debut in A View From the Bridge. Check out the interview!
Video: Sandra Oh Praises TWELFTH NIGHT Cast, Recites Shakespeare on LATE NIGHT
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2025
Sandra Oh, currently in rehearsals for Twelfth Night at Shakespeare in the Park, recently visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the star-studded production. Watch the full interview, where she talks about her previous Shakespeare experiences, the difficulty of improvisation, and recites her most difficult line in the show.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 30, 2025
Sandra Oh, currently in rehearsals for Twelfth Night at Shakespeare in the Park, recently visited Late Night with Seth Meyers to discuss the star-studded production. Watch the full interview, where she talks about her previous Shakespeare experiences, the difficulty of improvisation, and recites her most difficult line in the show.
HBO Renews Broadway-Filled THE GILDED AGE For A Fourth Season
by Michael Major - Jul 28, 2025
HBO's The Gilded Age has been renewed for a fourth season. From creator Julian Fellowes (“Downton Abbey”), HBO’s The Gilded Age has achieved praise for its star-studded ensemble cast of Broadway talent, costume design, and production design.
by Michael Major - Jul 28, 2025
HBO's The Gilded Age has been renewed for a fourth season. From creator Julian Fellowes (“Downton Abbey”), HBO’s The Gilded Age has achieved praise for its star-studded ensemble cast of Broadway talent, costume design, and production design.
Video: Lupita Nyong'o on Breaking Character During TWELFTH NIGHT Rehearsals
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
Lupita Nyong'o recently visited The Tonight Show to discuss the new production of Shakespeare in the Park's Twelfth Night alongside Peter Dinklage, Jesse Tyler Ferguson. During the interview, she talked about ongoing rehearsals for the play, working alongside her brother, and more. Watch it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 25, 2025
Lupita Nyong'o recently visited The Tonight Show to discuss the new production of Shakespeare in the Park's Twelfth Night alongside Peter Dinklage, Jesse Tyler Ferguson. During the interview, she talked about ongoing rehearsals for the play, working alongside her brother, and more. Watch it now.
THE GILDED AGE Viewership Soars to 4 Million with Latest Episode
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2025
Following the debut of Episode 5 of Season 3 this past Sunday, reports indicate that the HBO series has hit another record-breaking high in viewership, with 4 million viewers in its first three days.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 24, 2025
Following the debut of Episode 5 of Season 3 this past Sunday, reports indicate that the HBO series has hit another record-breaking high in viewership, with 4 million viewers in its first three days.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John Ellison Conlee been in?
John Ellison Conlee has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has John Ellison Conlee been in?
John Ellison Conlee has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was John Ellison Conlee's first West End show?
John Ellison Conlee's first West End show was The Full Monty which opened in 2002
What awards has John Ellison Conlee been nominated for?
Performance (Obie Awards) for The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Full Monty , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Full Monty and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Full Monty.
What awards has John Ellison Conlee won?
John Ellison Conlee has won the Obie Award for Performance in The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical for The Full Monty.
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