Michael Benjamin Washington
Michael Benjamin Washington (Bernard). Broadway: Joe Mantello’s 50th Anniversary revival of The Boys in the Band (also the Netflix film); the Jerry Zaks revival of La Cage Aux Folles; Mamma Mia!
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BIO
Michael Benjamin Washington (Bernard). Broadway: Joe Mantello’s 50th Anniversary revival of The Boys in the Band (also the Netflix film); the Jerry Zaks revival of La Cage Aux Folles; Mamma Mia! (OBC) at the Winter Garden. Off-Broadway: Signature Theatre’s revival of Anna Deavere’s solo show Fire in the Mirror (Outer Critics, Drama League Awards); Stephen Sondheim’s Saturday Night at Second Stage (Nonesuch Records). Television: Mindy Kailing’s “Not Suitable for Work;” ‘James Baldwin’ in “Godfather of Harlem;” “Ratched;” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt;” “American Auto;” “30 Rock;” “Law and Order;” “Glee;” among others. He is co-book writer of Disney’s forthcoming Polly! directed by Debbie Allen.
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THE BOYS IN THE BAND (2020)
Jim Parsons as Michael, Robin De Jesus as Emory, Michael Benjamin Washington as Bernard and Andrew Rannells as Larry.
Cr. Scott Everett White/NETFLIX
Date:
08/21/2020
From: Photo Flash: See the First Photos of Jim Parsons, Matt Bomer, and More in THE BOYS IN THE BAND Movie
THE BOYS IN THE BAND (2020)
Robin De Jesus, Michael Benjamin Washington, Matt Bomer, Jim Parsons, Zachary Quinto, Charlie Carver, Tuc Watkins, Andrew Rannells, Brian Hutchison
Front: Joe Mantello, Mart Crowley
Cr. Brian Bowen Smith/NETFLIX
Date:
08/21/2020
From: Photo Flash: See the First Photos of Jim Parsons, Matt Bomer, and More in THE BOYS IN THE BAND Movie
STAGE CREDITS
Writing
Author
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Michael Benjamin Washington
Connection
Movies
Love & Other Drugs
[ 2010 ] Richard
[ 2010 ] Richard
The Boys in the Band
[ 2020 ] Bernard
[ 2020 ] Bernard
TV Shows
30 Rock
Donald
Donald
American Auto
Cyrus Knight
Cyrus Knight
Godfather of Harlem
[ 2019-2025 ] James Baldwin
[ 2019-2025 ] James Baldwin
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award
Michael Benjamin Washington, Fires in the Mirror
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Michael Benjamin Washington, Fires in the Mirror
Videos
Exclusive Video: Laura Bell Bundy Makes an Unexpected Visit in NOT SUITABLE FOR WORK Clip
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-15 14:38:58
Video: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Celebrates Opening Night On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-04-10 18:46:47
VIDEO: Jim Parsons Talks THE BOYS IN THE BAND on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-01-06 09:21:46
VIDEO: Watch a BOYS IN THE BAND Conversation With Charlie Carver & Playwright Mart Crowley
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-05 14:44:17
VIDEO: See The Cast of THE BOYS IN THE BAND in a Featurette About Playwright Matt Crowley
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-10-01 12:02:31
VIDEO: Matt Bomer Talks THE BOYS IN THE BAND on LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-09-29 13:04:03
VIDEO: Watch a Documentary Short About the Making of THE BOYS IN THE BAND, Featuring Zachary Quinto, Jim Parsons, and More!
by Sarah Leiber - 2020-09-21 12:16:35
VIDEO: Anna Deavere Smith Recalls the First Reading of TWILIGHT: LOS ANGELES, 1992 at Signature Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-06-11 22:15:38
VIDEO: On This Day, May 31 - THE BOYS IN THE BAND Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2020-05-31 00:02:00
Video Flashback: 92Y's 80th Birthday Celebration For Terrence McNally, Featuring Nathan Lane, Christine Baranski, Chita Rivera, and More!
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-05 09:44:20
VIDEO: Matt Bomer Talks Adapting THE BOYS IN THE BAND For the Screen
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2020-01-28 15:34:45
TV: Watch Highlights of Carmen Cusack & More in Encores! CALL ME MADAM
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-02-06 12:50:09
VIDEO: Zachary Quinto Talks THE BOYS IN THE BAND Audience Heckling and Leonard Nimoy On TONIGHT SHOW
by Tori Hartshorn - 2018-07-31 11:12:04
VIDEO: Zachary Quinto Talks History of BOYS IN THE BAND, Calls It 'Gay Summer Camp' On LIVE WITH KELLY AND RYAN
by Tori Hartshorn - 2018-05-30 17:21:34
VIDEO: Matt Bomer Plays Charades With Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-22 05:30:35
VIDEO: Zachary Quinto Talks THE BOYS IN THE BAND, Star Trek 4, and More on The Late Show
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-22 05:22:20
VIDEO: Matt Bomer, Zachary Quinto, & Andrew Rannells Chat THE BOYS IN THE BAND on THE TODAY SHOW
by Macon Prickett - 2018-05-15 12:31:05
VIDEO: Jim Parsons Talks the Importance of LGBT Representation on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-08 05:34:03
VIDEO: Playwright Mart Crowley Talks THE BOYS IN THE BAND on CBS Sunday Morning
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-06 18:26:15
News
Exclusive Video: Laura Bell Bundy Makes an Unexpected Visit in NOT SUITABLE FOR WORK Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Watch an exclusive sneak peek clip from an episode of Hulu's Not Suitable for Work, starring Tony Award nominee Laura Bell Bundy and Ella Hunt.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026
Watch an exclusive sneak peek clip from an episode of Hulu's Not Suitable for Work, starring Tony Award nominee Laura Bell Bundy and Ella Hunt.
Photos: THE LOST BOYS' Shoshana Bean Receives Portrait at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 1, 2026
Shoshana Bean, who is nominated for a Tony Award for her performance in The Lost Boys, recently received her iconic portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the unveiling here!
by Bruce Glikas - Jun 1, 2026
Shoshana Bean, who is nominated for a Tony Award for her performance in The Lost Boys, recently received her iconic portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the unveiling here!
Interview: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Is a Happy Homecoming for Ben Ahlers
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2026
Fresh off his breakout turn on HBO’s The Gilded Age, Ben Ahlers is stepping onto the Broadway stage for the very first time- and doing it in one of the season’s most talked-about revivals. Ahlers checked in with BroadwayWorld to tell us about about his journey in the show so far, living up to the hype, and so much more.
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2026
Fresh off his breakout turn on HBO’s The Gilded Age, Ben Ahlers is stepping onto the Broadway stage for the very first time- and doing it in one of the season’s most talked-about revivals. Ahlers checked in with BroadwayWorld to tell us about about his journey in the show so far, living up to the hype, and so much more.
Exclusive: RAGTIME, CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL And More Honored At the New York Drama Critics' Circle Awards
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2026
The New York Drama Critics' Circle celebrated the 2025-2026 season with honors for Little Bear Ridge Road, Ragtime, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, and more. BroadwayWorld was inside the event for an exclusive look at the evening’s honorees and attendees. Check out the photos!
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2026
The New York Drama Critics' Circle celebrated the 2025-2026 season with honors for Little Bear Ridge Road, Ragtime, Cats: The Jellicle Ball, and more. BroadwayWorld was inside the event for an exclusive look at the evening’s honorees and attendees. Check out the photos!
DNA New Work Series To Be Hosted By La Jolla Playhouse
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 2, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the projects for its DNA New Work Series which will take place at the end of May, showcasing four new works. This series has launched numerous projects that have gone on to full productions in Playhouse seasons.
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 2, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the projects for its DNA New Work Series which will take place at the end of May, showcasing four new works. This series has launched numerous projects that have gone on to full productions in Playhouse seasons.
Video: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Celebrates Opening Night On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
The latest Broadway revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman celebrated its opening night this week at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre! Go inside the starry celebration in new video from inside the play's opening night bows!
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2026
The latest Broadway revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman celebrated its opening night this week at Broadway's Winter Garden Theatre! Go inside the starry celebration in new video from inside the play's opening night bows!
Review Roundup: DEATH OF A SALESMAN Starring Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
Critics have stopped by the Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman, and the reviews are in! The new production is directed by Joe Mantello and led by Nathan Lane as Willy Loman and Laurie Metcalf as Linda Loman.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
Critics have stopped by the Broadway revival of Death of a Salesman, and the reviews are in! The new production is directed by Joe Mantello and led by Nathan Lane as Willy Loman and Laurie Metcalf as Linda Loman.
Photos: DEATH OF A SALESMAN On Broadway Starring Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
Production photos have been released for Death of a Salesman on Broadway. The revival stars Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf. The run has been extended through August.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2026
Production photos have been released for Death of a Salesman on Broadway. The revival stars Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf. The run has been extended through August.
Meet the Cast of DEATH OF A SALESMAN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Death of a Salesman is back on Broadway! Arthur Miller’s American drama will star three-time Tony Award winner Nathan Lane, two-time Tony Award winner Laurie Metcalf, Christopher Abbott and Ben Ahlers. Meet the cast of Death of a Salesman here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Death of a Salesman is back on Broadway! Arthur Miller’s American drama will star three-time Tony Award winner Nathan Lane, two-time Tony Award winner Laurie Metcalf, Christopher Abbott and Ben Ahlers. Meet the cast of Death of a Salesman here!
Additional Cast Joins Nathan Lane, Laurie Metcalf, and More in DEATH OF A SALESMAN
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Additional casting has been announced for the new production of Arthur Miller’s towering American drama Death of a Salesman, featuring an array of veterans alongside Broadway debuts. Learn more about the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Additional casting has been announced for the new production of Arthur Miller’s towering American drama Death of a Salesman, featuring an array of veterans alongside Broadway debuts. Learn more about the cast here!
Laura Bell Bundy, Victor Garber & More Join Hulu's NOT SUITABLE FOR WORK
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025
Broadway's Laura Bell Bundy and Victor Garber are among the newly announced recurring cast for Hulu's Not Suitable for Work. Both previously starred in Legally Blonde, with Garber having appeared in the original 2001 film and Bundy playing Elle Woods in the Broadway adaptation.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025
Broadway's Laura Bell Bundy and Victor Garber are among the newly announced recurring cast for Hulu's Not Suitable for Work. Both previously starred in Legally Blonde, with Garber having appeared in the original 2001 film and Bundy playing Elle Woods in the Broadway adaptation.
La Jolla Playhouse Unveils Projects for 2025 DNA New Work Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2025 DNA New Work Series, running in the Playhouse’s Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2025 DNA New Work Series, running in the Playhouse’s Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center. Learn more!
POLLY: THE MUSICAL in Development With Debbie Allen, Lena Waithe and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
Polly: The Musical, a new Broadway-bound production based on the Disney television movie, is currently in development, with teleplay by William Blinn and the novel by Eleanor H. Porter. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2025
Polly: The Musical, a new Broadway-bound production based on the Disney television movie, is currently in development, with teleplay by William Blinn and the novel by Eleanor H. Porter. Learn more!
Photos: Josh Gad, Kristen Bell & More Visit Idina Menzel at REDWOOD for a FROZEN Reunion
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 17, 2025
Fans of the hit Disney movie Frozen were thrilled to see a reunion of its stars, Josh Gad (Olaf) and Kristen Bell (Anna), with Idina Menzel (Elsa) at the Nederlander Theatre, where Menzel stars in the new musical REDWOOD.
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 17, 2025
Fans of the hit Disney movie Frozen were thrilled to see a reunion of its stars, Josh Gad (Olaf) and Kristen Bell (Anna), with Idina Menzel (Elsa) at the Nederlander Theatre, where Menzel stars in the new musical REDWOOD.
La Jolla Playhouse Reveals Projects for 2024 DNA New Work Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2024 DNA New Work Series, running in the Playhouse’s Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center. See full programming and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2024 DNA New Work Series, running in the Playhouse’s Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center. See full programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Works & Process to Present Caleb Teicher's THIS IS THE PART WHEN YOU GO WOO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2024
Experience the innovative performance-presentation by acclaimed dancer and choreographer Caleb Teicher, This Is The Part When You Go Woo, at the Guggenheim’s Peter B. Lewis Theater. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2024
Experience the innovative performance-presentation by acclaimed dancer and choreographer Caleb Teicher, This Is The Part When You Go Woo, at the Guggenheim’s Peter B. Lewis Theater. Learn more!
La Jolla Playhouse Unveils Projects for 2023 DNA New Work Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2023 DNA New Work Series, running November 30 – December 10.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2023
La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2023 DNA New Work Series, running November 30 – December 10.
Works & Process Unveils Spring 2024 Season Featuring Bartlett Sher-Directed CORRUPTION, Paper Mill's GUN & POWER and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023
Works & Process is back with their biggest season yet! Discover the lineup of performances and discussions happening in Spring 2024, including venues and dates. Don't miss out on this unique behind-the-scenes experience in the world of performing arts.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023
Works & Process is back with their biggest season yet! Discover the lineup of performances and discussions happening in Spring 2024, including venues and dates. Don't miss out on this unique behind-the-scenes experience in the world of performing arts.
Jordan E. Cooper, Michael R. Jackson, Christine Toy Johnson & More Named to 2023-2024 Tony Awards Nominating Committee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2023
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2023-2024 Broadway season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2023
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2023-2024 Broadway season.
Photos: Whoopi Goldberg Toasts Jordan E. Cooper and AIN'T NO MO'
by Jennifer Broski - May 31, 2023
Just last night, the best of broadway came out to celebrate the six-time Tony-nominated Ain't No Mo. Whoopi Goldberg is hosted a private celebration of the acclaimed play at The Edition Times Square. Check out photos from the big night!
by Jennifer Broski - May 31, 2023
Just last night, the best of broadway came out to celebrate the six-time Tony-nominated Ain't No Mo. Whoopi Goldberg is hosted a private celebration of the acclaimed play at The Edition Times Square. Check out photos from the big night!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Michael Benjamin Washington been in?
Michael Benjamin Washington has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Michael Benjamin Washington been in?
Michael Benjamin Washington has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Michael Benjamin Washington been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Fires in the Mirror and Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Fires in the Mirror.
What awards has Michael Benjamin Washington won?
Michael Benjamin Washington won the Outstanding Solo Performance award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Fires in the Mirror.
How many shows has Michael Benjamin Washington written?
Michael Benjamin Washington has written 1 shows including Pride Plays (Author).
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