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BIO

LEE ROY REAMS has been hailed by the New York Times as “Broadway’s song & dance man nonpareil” for his leading Broadway roles in THE PRODUCERS (Carbonell, Helen Hayes & Las Vegas Life Awards), 42ND STREET (Tony & Drama Desk Nominations), BEAUTY & THE BEAST, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, HELLO, DOLLY!, AN EVENING WITH JERRY HERMAN, APPLAUSE, LORELEI, OKLAHOMA! & SWEET CHARITY. On Broadway, he directed the last revival of Carol Channing’s HELLO, DOLLY! & AN EVENING WITH JERRY HERMAN. His TV, concert & cabaret appearances have taken him around the world and to the White House before four U.S. Presidents (Carter, Reagan, Bush Sr. & Clinton). Most recently, he played to another sold out house at Broadway’s FEINSTEIN’S / 54 BELOW & made history as the first American male to star as Dolly in an Equity production of HELLO, DOLLY! at the Wick Theatre where he also starred in LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. He’s a board member of the CHITA RIVERA AWARDS & received the Friars Club Thespian of the Year Award. He also is the proud recipient of an Honorary Doctorate from his alma mater, CCM / University of Cincinnati.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Company's Musicals in Mufti Off-Broadway Production, 2019
Performer


[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 2003
Roger De Bris


[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2002


[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2000
Carroll Todd


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Performer


[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1997


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Lumiere [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Concert, 1983
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1983
Albin [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1980
Billy Lawlor [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1979
Performer


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1978
Cornelius Hackl


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1974
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1970
Duane Fox


[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Revival, 1969
Will Parker


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1966
Ensemble

Young Spanish Man

Ensemble

Young Spanish Man

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1989
Frank


Productions

 
[Milburn, NJ (Regional), 2000]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1998]
Director
 
[Broadway, 1995]
Director/Choreographer

TV Shows

The Carol Burnett Show
Dancer, Roman Slave, Cowboy

Awards and Nominations


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production

Lee Roy ReamsThe Producers

Tony Awards - 1991 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Lee Roy Reams, 42nd Street

Drama Desk Awards - 1981 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Lee Roy Reams, 42nd Street

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News


United Solo Concludes Fall 2025 Season With Closing Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

United Solo, the world’s largest solo theatre festival, ended its nineteenth season with its annual Closing Gala at Theatre Row in Manhattan. This fall’s edition featured artists from around the world working across classical texts, contemporary narratives, performance art, and pieces exploring both intimate personal stories and global political themes.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 20, 2025- Inside WICKED: FOR GOOD NY Premiere and More
by - Nov 20, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 20, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: LEE ROY REAMS: BEHIND THE SCENES OF 42ND STREET at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 19, 2025

See photos from the 11/18 show
Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more. 
Review: LINDA PURL: TUNES & TALES: ADVENTURES IN SURVIVAL at The Green Room 42
by Andrew Poretz - Nov 14, 2025

Musical theater, television, and cabaret star Linda Purl presented her newest show, Tunes & Tales: Adventures in Survival. Purl was backed by musical director and pianist Tedd Firth, bassist David Finck and drummer Ray Marchica.
Review: Terri Dannenberg Makes Impressive Debut With EVERYTHING! at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 14, 2025

It's Debutante Season in the cabaret world and Terri Dannenberg is having her coming out party, and looking good while doing it.
Photos: Macon Prickett Plays 54 Below in MACON: HIS OWN WAY... THE FINALE
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 2, 2025

The 'newly minted cabaret star' once again presented an evening of showtunes, standards, eleven o'clock numbers, and a little bit of diva worship on the side and the audience was cheering after every number.
Photos: Tovah Feldshuh, Jelani Remy and More at Jamie deRoy's 80th Birthday
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025

Last week, Broadway producer Jamie deRoy celebrated her 80th birthday in style at the Redeye Grill surrounded by friends, family, Broadway industry professionals and celebrities. See photos here!
Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here! 
Lee Roy Reams, Penny Fuller, Robert Cuccioli Join BROADWAY AT 50 at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025

Tony nominees Lee Roy Reams, Penny Fuller and more have joined 54’s BROADWAY AT 50! The Musicals of 1975: From A Chorus Line to The Wiz. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Tickets Now On Sale For United Solo's Fall 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2025

United Solo Theatre Festival has officially opened ticket sales for its Fall 2025 season at its home base, Theatre Row, in New York City. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Previews: SUMMER CABARET SERIES: CHRISTIANE NOLL at CVRep
by Kay Kudukis - Jul 22, 2025

The brilliant Tony Award nominee CHRISTIANE NOLL, who closes theCOACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY 2025 SUMMER CABARET SERIES on July 31, has been announced to portray the iconic role of Mother Abbess (“Climb Every Mountain”)in Concord Theatricals and NETworks Presentations upcoming national tour of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music.
Peter Filichia's BROADWAY TALES AND TUNES Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2025

American Theater Group will present its musical revue, Broadway Tales and Tunes, featuring veteran theater critic Peter Filichia at 54 Below. Learn more about the show here!
Lee Roy Reams to Perform ME AND BETTY at Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025

Lee Roy Reams will present “Me and Betty” at LTV Studios as part of the celebrated Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea series. Learn more and see how to attend!
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " July 7 to July 13, 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 7, 2025

Plan your entertainment for the week with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week free outdoor concerts and Broadway, film and TV stars.
Lee Roy Reams and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lee Roy Reams and more. See the full lineup here!
Marilyn Maye to Launch 2025 Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2025

The curtain is set to rise on an unforgettable summer of song as Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea launches its 2025 season with legendary cabaret star Marilyn Maye. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Inside the After Party For HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 26, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly! BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the after party here!
Photos: Inside Transport Group's Star-Studded HELLO, DOLLY! at Carnegie Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 25, 2025

Earlier this week, Dolly took the stage at Carnegie Hall. Transport Group presented a one-night-only concert of Hello, Dolly!, directed by Transport Group Artistic Director and five-time Drama Desk Award nominee and two-time Obie Award winner Jack Cummings III. Check out photos here!
Photos: DO40's CHICAGO 50th Anniversary Concert At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 20, 2025

Dancers Over 40 began their fourth decade as an organization with a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of CHICAGO; past, present and future, honoring Bob Fosse, Gwen Verdon, Chita Rivera, Jerry Orbach and Ann Reinking, with original and revival cast members, hosted by Golden Globe nominee and former revival Roxie Hart, Marilu Henner. Check out photos from the show.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lee Roy Reams been in?

Lee Roy Reams has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Lee Roy Reams been in?

Lee Roy Reams has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lee Roy Reams been nominated for?

Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Producers , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for 42nd Street and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for 42nd Street.

What awards has Lee Roy Reams won?

Lee Roy Reams won the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Supporting Performer in a Non-Resident Production for his role in The Producers.

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