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BIO

John Henry was a Broadway actor in the 1920's and 1930's.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1931
2nd Maharajah


[Broadway]
1931
Lem Onderdonk


[Broadway]
1930
Slave to Volpone


[Broadway]
1930
A Dervish

An Indian Snake Charmer


A Dervish

[Broadway]
1928
Slave to Volpone


[Broadway]
1928
An Indian Snake Charmer

Chorus

A Dervish

An Indian Snake Charmer

Chorus

A Dervish

[Broadway]
1927
Archbishop


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Review: BEOWULF, A RETELLING at Taffety Punk Theatre Company
by Laurie Sara Oliver - Feb 18, 2026

“So I’ve got a story to tell you. It’s a good one.” Marcus Kyd paces the small stage of the black box theater at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop where the house has been arranged like a comedy club.
Photos: Collaboraction's TRIAL IN THE DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL
by Gillian Blum - Feb 7, 2026

Collaboraction Theatre Company opened Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till on February 6 — check out photos from the production, running through March 1.
Pittsburgh Symphony Unveils 2026 Summer Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra will present a diverse lineup of performances for its 2026 summer season, featuring classical concerts and special events.
Cast and Design Team Revealed for DELTA: THE MURDER OF EMMETT TILL at Collaboraction
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026

Collaboraction Theatre Company has revealed the cast and design team for Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till, the inaugural production at Chicago’s newest live theater space, Collaboraction’s new House of Belonging in Humboldt Park.
Shawnee Playhouse to Present STEEL HEARTS: THE JOHN HENRY MUSICAL
by Gillian Blum - Jan 26, 2026

The Shawnee Playhouse, celebrating its 47th season, and Truth And Light Media, will present Steel Hearts: The John Henry Musical, from Friday, March 6 through Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Milwaukee Rep Unveils World Premieres And Commissions Expanding New Play Development Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2026

Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
Teen Drama THE RICH KID RULES to Make East Coast Premiere at NYC TV Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2026

The Rich Kid Rules, a new coming-of-age crime drama set in the high-pressure world of elite teen professionals, will mark its East Coast premiere at the NY CITY TV Festival on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
Cincinnati Opera Reveals New Board Officers, Trustees, And Associate Members
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025

Cincinnati Opera announced the election of officers for its board of trustees for the 2025–2026 fiscal year, as well as the addition of eight trustees and seven Cincinnati Opera Board Associates.
Steve Earle to Present 11th Annual John Henry's Friends Benefit Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

Steve Earle's 11th annual John Henry's Friends Benefit concert will take place in December. Learn more about the upcoming concert and see how to attend.
Miró Quartet to Release New Holiday Album 'Hearth'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2025

On Friday, November 28, 2025, the two-time GRAMMY-nominated Miró Quartet will release a new holiday album, Hearth, on PENTATONE. In curating this album, Miró asked each participating composer to select a piece linked to his or her own heritage and personal associations.
Princeton Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series Returns to Trinity for 2025"26
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2025

The Princeton Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series at Trinity Church returns October 23, 2025, with Brahms’ Piano Quartet No. 1. The season continues with a festive Holiday Brass concert, the Erinys Quartet, and Trio Candesco. Tickets go on sale October 1.
Princeton Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series Returns to Trinity for 2025"26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2025

The Princeton Symphony Orchestra Chamber Series at Trinity returns October 23, 2025, with Brahms’ Piano Quartet No. 1. The season continues with a festive Holiday Brass concert, the acclaimed Erinys Quartet, and Trio Candesco. Tickets go on sale October 1.
Adventure Theatre MTC Will Open Season with NOT YOUR MOTHER'S GOOSE
by Emmy Rice - Aug 31, 2025

Adventure Theatre MTC (ATMTC) will open its 2025–2026 “Timeless Tales” season with a laugh-out-loud, world-premiere adventure for the whole family: Not Your Mother’s Goose! The show will run October 3- November 2, 2025.
Keegan Theatre Reveals Cast and Team For EVERYTHING IS WONDERFUL
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2025

The Keegan Theatre has announced the cast and team of its Season 29 opener, Chelsea Marcantel's acclaimed play EVERYTHING IS WONDERFUL, making its DC Premiere at Keegan.
Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, plus more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The American Recital Debut Award Foundation Reveals 2025 Recipients, Cellists Gabriel Martins and Rainer Crosett
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2025

The American Recital Debut Award Foundation announces today that cellists Gabriel Martins and Rainer Crosett have been named the award's 2025 recipients. Learn more here!
Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Tracie Thoms, Jenn Colella and more. See the full lineup here!
The Dollyrots Hit the Road with New Tour Dates and Single Release
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025

Fresh off their successful spring run, The Dollyrots are headed back out on the road for a series of Florida dates in April, followed by a UK tour alongside Don’t Panic, and a summer West Coast run deemed the Get On This Ride Tour with Go Betty Go.
Denver Center Theatre Company Announces Full Cast And Creative Team For THE HOT WING KING
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2025

The Denver Center Theatre Company has announced the full cast and creative team for the Pulitzer Prize-Winning play by Katori Hall, The Hot Wing King, with direction by Timothy Douglas.
BACHELORETTE DUETS Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

54 Below will present Bachelorette Duets with Julie Biancheri Julie Biancheri selects 12 bachelors to sing her favorite musical duets, including The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Frozen… and more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has John Henry been in?

John Henry has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has John Henry been in?

John Henry has not appeared in the West End.

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