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Max von Essen

Birth Place: New York, New York, USA

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BIO

Max von Essen is a Tony nominated singer and actor best known for his role as Henri Baurel in the award winning production of An American in Paris on Broadway. He recently finished a year long run in the Broadway production of Anastasia as Gleb Vaganov and then toured the United States as Marvin in Lincoln Center Theater's revival of Falsettos. Other Broadway credits include Evita, the revivals of Les Misérables and Jesus Christ Superstar, Dance of the Vampires, and the closing company of the original Les Misérables. Additional New York credits include Yours Unfaithfully for the Mint Theater, Death Takes a Holiday for the Roundabout Theater Company, The Jerry Springer Opera at Carnegie Hall, Hello Again (Drama League nomination) for The Transport Group, Finian's Rainbow for the Irish Repertory Theater, The Fantasticks at the Sullivan Street Playhouse, and many others. Tours include Xanadu, Chicago and West Side Story. TV & Film include Law & Order: SVU, Elementary, Boardwalk Empire, The Good Wife, Royal Pains, Gossip Girl, Seven Lovers, Sex and the City 2, and the webseries Submissions Only.



Max's concert work has brought him all across the country and Canada, including Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, and a recent sold-out solo run at the famed Birdland Jazz Club in New York City. Recordings include An American in Paris (earning Max a Grammy nomination), Evita, Death Takes a Holiday, Finian's Rainbow, Love Songs of Andrew Lloyd Weber, Broadway by the Year: 1928, Broadway Unplugged and his debut solo album, Call Me Old Fashioned: The Broadway Standard, now available on iTunes. @maxizpad.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Playhouse World Premiere, 2019
Frank Gumm


[US Tour]
US Revival Tour, 2019
Marvin


[Off-Broadway]
Concert Presentation, 2017
Performer


[Off-Broadway]
Benefit Reading, 2017
Kris

Dr. Brad

Kris

Dr. Brad

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Gleb [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere at McCarter Theatre Center, 2017
Ratchett

Col. Arburthnot


Ratchett

[Off-Broadway]
Off Broadway World Premiere at Mint Theater, 2016
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Henri


[Paris]
World Premiere Production, 2014
Henri Baurel


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Che (Albania) [Replacement]

(Alternate) [Replacement]

Magaldi


[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Corrado Montelli


[New York]
New York Concert, 2006
Ensemble


[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2006
Enjolras [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Houston, TX (Regional)]
Theatre Under the Stars Production, 2006
Tony


[New York]
New York Musical Theatre Festival Production, 2006
Johnny Blood


[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Revival, 2006
Patrick Dennis


[New York]
Reading, 2005
Performer


[New York]
New York Concert, 2005
Albert


[Regional (US)]
Regional Revival, 2005
Guy


[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2005
Dominique


[Los Angeles]
Regional Revival, 2004
Dorian Gray


[Off-Broadway]
2004
Woody Mahoney

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2004

[Off-Broadway]
2004

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2004

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2003
Abel/Ham


[New York]
Reading, 2003
Other Roles


[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 2002
Alfred




[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2002
Freddy Eynsford-Hill


[New York]
Workshop, 2001
Performer


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2000
Disciple




Jesus of Nazareth (Understudy)

(Understudy) [Replacement]

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown)

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Billy Flynn [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Jean Prouvaire [Replacement]

Constable [Replacement]

Fauchelevent [Replacement]

Drunk [Replacement]

Fauchelevent [Replacement]

Jean Prouvaire [Replacement]

Constable [Replacement]

Drunk [Replacement]

Marius (Understudy) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

(Unknown) [Replacement]

Movies

Brooklyn Lobster
[ 2005 ] Piano Player
Sex and the City 2
[ 2010 ] Wedding Chorus
Seven Lovers
[ 2014 ] Dan
The Intern
[ 2015 ] Businessman at Starbucks

TV Shows

Submissions Only
Cameron Dante
The Good Wife
Stephen Delaney
Law & Order
Rhett Richards
Dexter: Resurrection
[ 2025-2025 ] Keith

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Max von Essen, An American in Paris

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Max von Essen, An American in Paris

Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Max von Essen, An American in Paris

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News


Beth Leavel, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Join Rittenhouse Grill 2026 Broadway Cabaret Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026

Broadway Cabaret has unveiled its Spring 2026 season, introducing a lineup of intimate performances featuring some of Broadway’s most accomplished artists, including Beth Leavel, Mandy Gonzalez and more.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; NEXT TO NORMAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; Revolution Stage Company Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; NEXT TO NORMAL Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Robbie Fairchild and Max von Essen Will Lead AN AMERICAN IN PARIS at Grand Théâtre de Genève
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025

An American in Paris will be performed in Switzerland this month. Original cast members Robbie Fairchild and Max von Essen will lead the cast as Jerry Mulligan and Henri Baurel.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; Revolution Stage Company Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards; FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Palm Springs Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Photos: Highlights from the 36th Annual Cabaret Convention at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 30, 2025

The 10/21 to 10/23 shows celebrated the vibrant cabaret community. See photos from nights two and three of the event snapped by photographer Maryann Lopinto.
Photos: Backstage at the 36TH NEW YORK CABARET CONVENTION at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 24, 2025

Step backstage behind the scenes of the Cabaret Convention with photos by Stephen Sorokoff. The October 21 to 23, 2025 event featured Christine Ebersole, Melissa Errico and many more performers.
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!
Photos: PRINCE F****T Celebrates Gala Night Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2025

Jordan Tannahill's Prince Faggot is now running an additional three weeks, through November 30, in Seaview's new Off-Broadway home. Check out photos from the show's gala night here!
Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Continues To Celebrate Broadway And Jazz At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2025

Over the past two weeks, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party has play host to a dazzling lineup of talent. Check out photos from some of the amazing shows below! Caruso backed by the Symphony Orchestra of Billy Stritch, Daniel Glass, and Michael O’Brien welcomed the likes of Max von Essen, Dez Duron, Eva Noblezada, and more.
Photos: Teyana Taylor & Aaron Pierre Visit CHICAGO on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 25, 2025

The cast of Chicago just welcomed a very special guest! Musician and choreographer extraordinaire Teyana Taylor and actor Aaron Pierre recently stopped by the Ambassador Theatre and posed with the cast after the show. Check out photos here!
Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Launches Season 22
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2025

On Monday, July 7, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party launched it’s 22nd year at Birdland in the most unpredictable and joyfully musical way imaginable. Check out photos from the show.
Jasmine Amy Rogers and More to Perform at Hudson River Park's BROADWAY BY THE BOARDWALK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025

 Hudson River Park has unveiled the lineup for Broadway by the Boardwalk, a free summertime series. See who is taking part and learn how to attend upcoming concerts!
Summer 2025 NYC Theatre Guide: Broadway, Off-Broadway & Outdoors
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 22, 2025

There's nothing like summer in the city! Summer 2025 in New York City will bring with it plenty of new Broadway, off-Broadway, and outdoor productions to take in this June, July, and August. Let BroadwayWorld be your guide!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Max von Essen been in?

Max von Essen has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Max von Essen been in?

Max von Essen has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Max von Essen been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for An American in Paris, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for An American in Paris and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for An American in Paris.

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