Marjan Neshat
Marjan Neshat was born on October 10, 1975 in Tehran, Iran. She is an actress, known for RoboCop (2014), Alfie (2004) and The Book of Henry (2017).
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BIO
Marjan Neshat was born on October 10, 1975 in Tehran, Iran. She is an actress, known for RoboCop (2014), Alfie (2004) and The Book of Henry (2017).
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Original Off-Broadway production, 2022
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Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2025 - DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE
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Tony Awards - 2025 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
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Obie Awards - 2023 - Special Citation
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Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - The Sam Norkin Off-Broadway Award
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Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation
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Videos
Video: A Lifetime of Dreaming Has Led Marjan Neshat to a Tony Nomination
by Joey Mervis - 2025-06-01 16:00:20
Oskar Eustis Delivers Statement Before Tonight's Performance of JULIUS CAESAR
by A.A. Cristi - 2017-06-12 20:25:56
Delta Sponsored 2012 Guthrie Theater Season Which Featured Obama Inspired Julius Caesar
by Alan Henry - 2017-06-12 11:39:16
UPDATE: Delta and Bank of America Pull Public Theater Sponsorship Following Trump-Themed JULIUS CAESAR
by Matt Tamanini - 2017-06-11 22:26:51
News
Review: ENGLISH at Wallis Annenberg Center For The Performing Arts
by Evan Henerson - Apr 13, 2026
ENGLISH isn’t so much a play about the power of words as it is about the inextricable and very complicated bonds between language, culture and identity.
by Evan Henerson - Apr 13, 2026
ENGLISH isn’t so much a play about the power of words as it is about the inextricable and very complicated bonds between language, culture and identity.
Interview: Babak Tafti of ENGLISH by Sanaz Toossi at The Wallis
by Shari Barrett - Apr 10, 2026
I spoke with actor Babak Tafti who plays Omid, the only male student in the class of Iranian students learning to speak English.
by Shari Barrett - Apr 10, 2026
I spoke with actor Babak Tafti who plays Omid, the only male student in the class of Iranian students learning to speak English.
Benefit Reading Of BELLY DANCING LESSONS To Be Presented At Ace Hotel New York
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026
A benefit reading of BELLY DANCING LESSONS by Borna Barzin will take place March 6 at the Ace Hotel New York. The event will support the Abdorrahman Boroumand Center for Human Rights in Iran and feature Marjan Neshat and Ava Lalezarzadeh.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2026
A benefit reading of BELLY DANCING LESSONS by Borna Barzin will take place March 6 at the Ace Hotel New York. The event will support the Abdorrahman Boroumand Center for Human Rights in Iran and feature Marjan Neshat and Ava Lalezarzadeh.
Photos: Colt Coeur Celebrates Opening Night of THE SURGEON AND HER DAUGHTERS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
On Saturday, November 29 Colt Coeur kicked off their 15th anniversary season with the World Premiere of The Surgeon and Her Daughters by Chris Gabo. See photos of the opening night celebration!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2025
On Saturday, November 29 Colt Coeur kicked off their 15th anniversary season with the World Premiere of The Surgeon and Her Daughters by Chris Gabo. See photos of the opening night celebration!
Photos: ROB LAKE MAGIC Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 8, 2025
Rob Lake MAGIC with Special Guests The Muppets celebrated its Gala performance at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York City. The 12-week limited holiday engagement will run through Sunday, January 18, 2026. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 8, 2025
Rob Lake MAGIC with Special Guests The Muppets celebrated its Gala performance at the Broadhurst Theatre in New York City. The 12-week limited holiday engagement will run through Sunday, January 18, 2026. Check out photos from inside the big night here.
Photos: MTC's QUEENS Opening Night Curtain Call and Party
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of Julia Lester, Marin Ireland, Anna Chlumsky and more at the opening night curtain call and after party!
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of Julia Lester, Marin Ireland, Anna Chlumsky and more at the opening night curtain call and after party!
Photos: Colt Coeur Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Benefit Honoring Adrienne Campbell-Holt and Alison Overseth
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Colt Coeur, the Brooklyn-based theatre company founded in 2010, celebrated its 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash at the Wythe Hotel on Sunday, October 26. Check out photos of the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Colt Coeur, the Brooklyn-based theatre company founded in 2010, celebrated its 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash at the Wythe Hotel on Sunday, October 26. Check out photos of the event.
Colt Coeur Reveals Performers and Honorees for 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Colt Coeur will celebrate its 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn, featuring performances by Ato Essandoh, Celia Keenan-Bolger, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
Colt Coeur will celebrate its 15th Anniversary Benefit Bash on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn, featuring performances by Ato Essandoh, Celia Keenan-Bolger, and more.
Videos You Missed This Week: Prep for Tonys Weekend
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 6, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! It's Tony Awards weekend! Catch up on all the latest from the week ending June 6, 2025 with videos from Heathers, Hadestown, and more!
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 6, 2025
It's been a busy week on (and off) Broadway! It's Tony Awards weekend! Catch up on all the latest from the week ending June 6, 2025 with videos from Heathers, Hadestown, and more!
2025 Tony Awards Guide - How to Watch, Who is Nominated & More
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 7, 2025
The best of Broadway will take the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. Need a refresher on how to watch and when? We've got you covered!
Photos: 2025 Tony Awards- Stars Walk the Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025
Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 8, 2025
Check out photos of all of the the red carpet looks at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards and check back as we add more throughout the night.
2025 Tony Awards Winners - The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2025
The best of Broadway took the stage at Radio City Music Hall for the 78th Annual Tony Awards, hosted by Cynthia Erivo. See all of the 2025 Tony winners here.
JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN and CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Lead 2025 Dorian Theater Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
John Proctor is the Villain and Cats: The Jellicle Ball received top honors in the group's third annual Dorian Theater Awards.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
John Proctor is the Villain and Cats: The Jellicle Ball received top honors in the group's third annual Dorian Theater Awards.
Videos You Missed This Week: CHESS, SMASH, and More
by Sidney Paterra - May 30, 2025
The 2024-25 Broadway season is officially complete and awards season has begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending May 30, 2025 with videos from Chess, Smash, and more!
by Sidney Paterra - May 30, 2025
The 2024-25 Broadway season is officially complete and awards season has begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending May 30, 2025 with videos from Chess, Smash, and more!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 30, 2025
by - May 30, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 30, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 30, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 30, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Marjan Neshat Unpacks the Importance of ENGLISH
by Survival Jobs - May 29, 2025
Marjan Neshat, now officially the first Iranian-born actress ever nominated for Best Featured Actress in a Play, opens up about the unforgettable moment she found out about her Tony nomination for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play English. Watch the full episode in this video!
by Survival Jobs - May 29, 2025
Marjan Neshat, now officially the first Iranian-born actress ever nominated for Best Featured Actress in a Play, opens up about the unforgettable moment she found out about her Tony nomination for her performance in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play English. Watch the full episode in this video!
Meet the 11 New Broadway Stars Turned Tony Nominees
by Sidney Paterra - May 31, 2025
Every Broadway season brings fresh faces to the stage, but this year’s Tony Awards spotlight several standout performers who are not only nominated — they’re making their official Broadway debuts. Let’s take a closer look at the 2025 acting nominees who are dazzling Broadway audiences for the very first time this season...
by Sidney Paterra - May 31, 2025
Every Broadway season brings fresh faces to the stage, but this year’s Tony Awards spotlight several standout performers who are not only nominated — they’re making their official Broadway debuts. Let’s take a closer look at the 2025 acting nominees who are dazzling Broadway audiences for the very first time this season...
Photos: REDWOOD Duo Idina Menzel and Tina Landau Honored At New Dramatists Luncheon
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 27, 2025
New Dramatists honored Tina Landau, an award-winning playwright, lyricist, and director (Redwood, Floyd Collins, SpongeBob SquarePants), and Tony Award winner Idina Menzel (Redwood, Wicked, Rent) at its recent spring gala! Check out photos from the event!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 27, 2025
New Dramatists honored Tina Landau, an award-winning playwright, lyricist, and director (Redwood, Floyd Collins, SpongeBob SquarePants), and Tony Award winner Idina Menzel (Redwood, Wicked, Rent) at its recent spring gala! Check out photos from the event!
Photos: Inside MTC's Spring Gala Honoring Jake Gyllenhaal
by Bruce Glikas - May 22, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club just hosted its 2025 Spring Gala, which was held on Monday, May 19 at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening was hosted by three-time Tony Award recipient Bernadette Peters . Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - May 22, 2025
Manhattan Theatre Club just hosted its 2025 Spring Gala, which was held on Monday, May 19 at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening was hosted by three-time Tony Award recipient Bernadette Peters . Check out photos here!
Video: A Lifetime of Dreaming Has Led Marjan Neshat to a Tony Nomination
by Joey Mervis - Jun 1, 2025
Watch in this video as Marjan Neshat chats more about the importance of English, why she thinks it resonated so much with audiences, and so much more.
by Joey Mervis - Jun 1, 2025
Watch in this video as Marjan Neshat chats more about the importance of English, why she thinks it resonated so much with audiences, and so much more.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Marjan Neshat been nominated for?
DISTINGUISHED PERFORMANCE (Drama League Awards) for English, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for English, Special Citation (Obie Awards) for English, The Sam Norkin Off-Broadway Award (Drama Desk Awards) and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for English.
What awards has Marjan Neshat won?
Marjan Neshat has received recognition for their work through several prestigious theater awards. These honors include a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for English, The Sam Norkin Off-Broadway Award from the Drama Desk Awards, and another Special Citation from the Obie Awards for English.
How many Broadway shows has Marjan Neshat been in?
Marjan Neshat has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Marjan Neshat been in?
Marjan Neshat has not appeared in the West End.
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