John McMartin
Birth Place: Warsaw, IN, USA
Latest News on John McMartin:
The Girls Upstairs: Stories of 1998's Ill-Fated FOLLIES (May 7, 2023)
How Many Tom Stoppard Plays Have Been Performed on Broadway? (Oct 2, 2022)
Sunday Morning Michael Dale: Hey, Old Friend (Jan 30, 2022)
The Girls Upstairs: Stories of 1998's Ill-Fated FOLLIES (May 7, 2023)
How Many Tom Stoppard Plays Have Been Performed on Broadway? (Oct 2, 2022)
Sunday Morning Michael Dale: Hey, Old Friend (Jan 30, 2022)
BIO
John McMartin is a 2009 inductee to the Theatre Hall of Fame. McMartin received Tony Award nominations for Into the Woods, High Society, Show Boat, Sweet Charity and Don Juan (Drama Desk Award). Other Broadway credits include A Free Man of Color at LCT, Is He Dead?, Grey Gardens (Drama Desk nomination), Follies (original company), The Great God Brown (Drama Desk Award), Pleasures and Palaces and Artist Descending a Staircase among others. Off Broadway includes Saturn Returns (Lucille Lortel nomination), Indian Blood, The Visit (with Chita Rivera), Little Mary Sunshine (Theatre World Award), Julius Caesar, The Misanthrope (The Public), High Spirits, The Little Foxes, A Little Night Music, Absurd Person Singular and others. Film credits include No Reservations, Kinsey, The Dish, Who's that Girl, A Thousand Clowns, All the President's Men, Legal Eagles, Blow Out, Sweet Charity, Pennies From Heaven, Native Son to mention a few. Television credits include Law & Order, Oz, Tales of the City, Frasier, Sisters, Murrow, Separate but Equal, Coach, Murder She Wrote, Citizen Cohn, The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show among many others.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2006
Norman Vincent Peale
J.V. "Major" Bouvier
Norman Vincent Peale
J.V. "Major" Bouvier
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2006
J.V. "Major" Bouvier/Norman Vincent Peale
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Parole Board (pre-recorded)
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Parole Board (pre-recorded)
Movies
What's So Bad About Feeling Good?
[ 1968 ] The Mayor
[ 1968 ] The Mayor
Sweet Charity
[ 1969 ] Oscar
[ 1969 ] Oscar
All the President's Men
[ 1976 ] Foreign Editor
[ 1976 ] Foreign Editor
Thieves
[ 1977 ] Gordon
[ 1977 ] Gordon
Brubaker
[ 1980 ] Senator Charles Hite
[ 1980 ] Senator Charles Hite
Blow Out
[ 1981 ] Lawrence Henry
[ 1981 ] Lawrence Henry
Pennies from Heaven
[ 1981 ] Mr. Warner
[ 1981 ] Mr. Warner
Legal Eagles
[ 1986 ] Forrester
[ 1986 ] Forrester
Dream Lover
[ 1986 ] Martin
[ 1986 ] Martin
Native Son
[ 1986 ] Mr. Dalton
[ 1986 ] Mr. Dalton
Who's That Girl
[ 1987 ] Simon Worthington
[ 1987 ] Simon Worthington
Little Sweetheart
[ 1989 ] Uncle David
[ 1989 ] Uncle David
A Shock to the System
[ 1990 ] George Brewster
[ 1990 ] George Brewster
Three Businessmen
[ 1998 ] Liverpool Businessman
[ 1998 ] Liverpool Businessman
The Dish
[ 2000 ] U.S. Ambsador
[ 2000 ] U.S. Ambsador
Kinsey
[ 2004 ] Huntington Hartford
[ 2004 ] Huntington Hartford
No Reservations
[ 2007 ] Mr. Peterson
[ 2007 ] Mr. Peterson
TV Shows
Beauty and the Beast
Charles Chandler
Charles Chandler
Coach
Judge R.J. Watkins
Judge R.J. Watkins
Falcon Crest
Julian J. Roberts
Julian J. Roberts
Law & Order
Larry Webber, Julian Hayworth, Ron Grayson
Larry Webber, Julian Hayworth, Ron Grayson
Magnum, P.I.
Jason Bryan, Bill Campbell
Jason Bryan, Bill Campbell
Murder, She Wrote
Winston Devermore, Hudson Blackthorn, Jason Bryan
Winston Devermore, Hudson Blackthorn, Jason Bryan
Phyllis
Jerome Patterson
Jerome Patterson
Touched by an Angel
Earl Gray, Ed Greeley
Earl Gray, Ed Greeley
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
John McMartin, All the Way
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
John McMartin, Anything Goes
The Lortels - 2009 - Outstanding Featured Actor
John McMartin, Saturn Returns
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
John McMartin, Into the Woods
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
John McMartin, High Society
Drama Desk Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
John McMartin, High Society
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Featured Actor - Musical
John McMartin , High Society
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
John McMartin, High Society
Tony Awards - 1995 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
John McMartin , Show Boat
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Performance
John McMartin, The Great God Brown
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1973 - Outstanding Performance
John McMartin, Don Juan
Tony Awards - 1973 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
John McMartin, Don Juan
Tony Awards - 1966 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
John McMartin, Sweet Charity
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1960 - Performance
John McMartin, Little Mary Sunshine
Videos
VIDEO: On This Day, April 4- The Broadway Babies of FOLLIES Open at the Winter Garden Theater
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-04-04 00:00:03
From the BroadwayWorld Vaults: Relive the Magic of ANYTHING GOES!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-07-16 17:12:28
Video: Bryan Cranston Talks About His Broadway Role in ALL THE WAY
by Courtnie Mele - 2014-03-30 17:18:57
TV: From Walter White to LBJ! Watch Highlights of BREAKING BAD's Bryan Cranston in ALL THE WAY on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-03-10 10:41:46
TV: ALL THE WAY's Opening Night Red Carpet with Diane Paulus, Santino Fontana & More
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-03-07 13:20:54
TV: Inside Opening Night of Broadway's ALL THE WAY with Bryan Cranston, Eric Lenox Abrams, Robert Schenkkan & More
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-03-08 09:00:01
More Than LBJ! Meet the Full Company of ALL THE WAY, Opening Tomorrow on Broadway!
by Meet the Cast - 2014-03-05 20:00:01
STAGE TUBE: Watch Lost Documentary Footage from SONDHEIM: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-09-23 15:32:22
News
The Girls Upstairs: Stories of 1998's Ill-Fated FOLLIES
by AJ Hunsucker - May 7, 2023
What is it about juicy backstage drama that so intrigues audiences? For decades, people have flocked to films and plays portraying the exciting events that happen behind the curtain. Arguably, the most famous musical on this topic was written by the God of musical theatre: Stephen Sondheim. It’s title: Follies.
by AJ Hunsucker - May 7, 2023
What is it about juicy backstage drama that so intrigues audiences? For decades, people have flocked to films and plays portraying the exciting events that happen behind the curtain. Arguably, the most famous musical on this topic was written by the God of musical theatre: Stephen Sondheim. It’s title: Follies.
UN DÍA COMO HOY… INTO THE WOODS se estrena en Broadway
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Nov 5, 2020
Érase una vez… en un teatro de Broadway llamado Martin Beck Theatre, se estrenaba el musical INTO THE WOODS en 1987 un día como hoy con un reparto de lujo, un libreto excelente de mano de James Lapine y una partitura que permanecería en el imaginario colectivo desde entonces como una de las grandes obras maestras de Stephen Sondheim.
by Jose German Martinez Paneque - Nov 5, 2020
Érase una vez… en un teatro de Broadway llamado Martin Beck Theatre, se estrenaba el musical INTO THE WOODS en 1987 un día como hoy con un reparto de lujo, un libreto excelente de mano de James Lapine y una partitura que permanecería en el imaginario colectivo desde entonces como una de las grandes obras maestras de Stephen Sondheim.
VIDEO: EVERYBODY DANCE NOW! A Look Back at 'Big Spender' From SWEET CHARITY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2020
In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the greatest dance numbers in musical theater history! Today's number, 'Big Spender' from Sweet Charity!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2020
In this time of social distancing and remaining responsibly indoors, we are all looking for ways to brighten our days and get moving any way we can! In the spirit of celebrating theater and providing motivation to get up and get shakin', we're taking a look back and paying tribute to some of the greatest dance numbers in musical theater history! Today's number, 'Big Spender' from Sweet Charity!
BWW Exclusive: The 101 Greatest MOVIE MUSICALS of All Time
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020
BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!
by Peter Nason - Mar 30, 2020
BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the best film musicals since the sound era began; see if your favorites made the list!
Photo Flash: Marriott Theatre Presents SWEET CHARITY
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on Federico Fellini's screenplay for "Nights of Cabiria", SWEET CHARITY features a captivating, groovy, mid-1960s score by Cy Coleman, sparkling lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and a hilarious book by Neil Simon.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Based on Federico Fellini's screenplay for "Nights of Cabiria", SWEET CHARITY features a captivating, groovy, mid-1960s score by Cy Coleman, sparkling lyrics by Dorothy Fields, and a hilarious book by Neil Simon.
VIDEO: First Look at SWEET CHARITY at Marriott Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.
Photo Flash: Anne Horak Leads SWEET CHARITY at Marriott Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.
11th Hour Theatre Company To Present Concert Of GREY GARDENS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018
11th Hour Theatre Company brings its consistently sold out concert series back home and as the series begins its 2018-2019 season it has grown. 11th Hour's Next Step Concert Series is now set to run over two weekends. They begin their season with a concert performance of Grey Gardens. Grey Gardens features Music by Scott Frankel, Lyrics by Michael Korie and a Book by Doug Wright. 11th Hour Theatre Company Associate Artistic Director and Co-Founder Steve Pacek directs. Amanda Morton is the Music Director. Grey Gardens runs October 6-14. The official Media Opening is Sunday, October 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $36 (which includes a $4 service fee). $19 tickets are available online for Students and Industry. Tickets are available online at www.11thhourtheatrecompany.org or by phone 267-987-9865. All performances will take place at The Proscenium Theatre at The Drake, 302 South Hicks Street.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2018
11th Hour Theatre Company brings its consistently sold out concert series back home and as the series begins its 2018-2019 season it has grown. 11th Hour's Next Step Concert Series is now set to run over two weekends. They begin their season with a concert performance of Grey Gardens. Grey Gardens features Music by Scott Frankel, Lyrics by Michael Korie and a Book by Doug Wright. 11th Hour Theatre Company Associate Artistic Director and Co-Founder Steve Pacek directs. Amanda Morton is the Music Director. Grey Gardens runs October 6-14. The official Media Opening is Sunday, October 7 at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $36 (which includes a $4 service fee). $19 tickets are available online for Students and Industry. Tickets are available online at www.11thhourtheatrecompany.org or by phone 267-987-9865. All performances will take place at The Proscenium Theatre at The Drake, 302 South Hicks Street.
Anne Horak Stars in Marriott Theatre's SWEET CHARITY
by Julie Musbach - Aug 13, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.
by Julie Musbach - Aug 13, 2018
From the high-spirited bustling and gritty streets of 1960s New York City comes the Tony Award-winning Broadway phenomenon, SWEET CHARITY, continuing Marriott Theatre's sensational 2018 season, running September 5 through October 28 with a press opening on Wednesday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. at 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire.
Len Cariou to Star in Peter Scolari Directed Readings of HARRY TOWNSEND'S LAST STAND
by Julie Musbach - May 14, 2018
Dennis Grimaldi will present Tony®Award-winner Len Cariou (Sweeney Todd) in two staged readings ofHarry Townsend's Last Stand, a new play by George Eastman. Directed by two-time Emmy®Award-winner Peter Scolari (Wicked) and featuring Warren Bub ('Gotham'), the readings will be held on Monday, May 21 and Tuesday, May 22 at 3pm at Nola Studios (250 West 54th Street - 10th Floor/Studio 1).
by Julie Musbach - May 14, 2018
Dennis Grimaldi will present Tony®Award-winner Len Cariou (Sweeney Todd) in two staged readings ofHarry Townsend's Last Stand, a new play by George Eastman. Directed by two-time Emmy®Award-winner Peter Scolari (Wicked) and featuring Warren Bub ('Gotham'), the readings will be held on Monday, May 21 and Tuesday, May 22 at 3pm at Nola Studios (250 West 54th Street - 10th Floor/Studio 1).
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has John McMartin been in?
John McMartin has appeared on Broadway in 27 shows.
How many West End shows has John McMartin been in?
John McMartin has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was John McMartin's first West End show?
John McMartin's first West End show was Paradise Found which opened in 2010
What awards has John McMartin been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for All the Way, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Anything Goes, Outstanding Featured Actor (The Lortels) for Saturn Returns, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Into the Woods, Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for High Society, Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for High Society, Best Featured Actor - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for High Society , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for High Society, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Show Boat, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for The Great God Brown, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Don Juan, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Don Juan, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sweet Charity and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Little Mary Sunshine.
What awards has John McMartin won?
John McMartin has won several prestigious awards, including Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for High Society. He also received Outstanding Performance honors from the Drama Desk Awards for The Great God Brown and Don Juan. Additionally, he earned a Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for Little Mary Sunshine.
Videos