Mikhail Baryshnikov
Birth Place: Riga, Lativa, SOVIET UNION
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Gorod i pesnya
[ 1968 ] Dancer
[ 1968 ] Dancer
The Turning Point
[ 1977 ] Yuri
[ 1977 ] Yuri
White Nights
[ 1985 ] NikolaiKolyaRodchenko
[ 1985 ] NikolaiKolyaRodchenko
Dancers
[ 1987 ] Tony
[ 1987 ] Tony
The Cabinet of Dr. Ramirez
[ 1991 ] Cesar
[ 1991 ] Cesar
Company Business
[ 1991 ] Pyotr Ivanovich Grushenko
[ 1991 ] Pyotr Ivanovich Grushenko
TV Shows
Sex and the City
Aleksandr Petrovsky
Aleksandr Petrovsky
Awards and Nominations
Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Mikhail Baryshnikov, Metamorphosis
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1989 - Special Awards
Mikhail Baryshnikov, Metamorphosis
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Mikhail Baryshnikov, Metamorphosis
Videos
Video: How Playing the Long Game Earned Nicholas Christopher a Tony Nomination
by Luka Vonier - 2026-06-03 11:00:20
Video: NYC Ballet Presents 75 Years of the Extraordinary with Patricia McBride
by Joshua Wright - 2024-02-05 13:02:15
Video: NYC Ballet Presents Jerome Robbins' OPUS 19/THE DREAMER
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-31 10:41:38
Photos & Video: See Miki Nakatani & Mikhail Baryshnikov in Rehearsals for THE HUNTING GUN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-13 14:37:54
News
Mark Morris Dance Group Revives a Long Lost Work for 45th Anniversary
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Jul 13, 2026
Some choreographic works become audience favorites, performed over and over as part of a dance company’s repertory. Others quietly wait in the wings of a company's history for the right moment and the right artists to bring them back to the stage.
by Elizabeth Blosfield - Jul 13, 2026
Some choreographic works become audience favorites, performed over and over as part of a dance company’s repertory. Others quietly wait in the wings of a company's history for the right moment and the right artists to bring them back to the stage.
Limón Dance Company to Continue 80th Anniversary Celebration at The Joyce Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026
Limón Dance Company will present a program at The Joyce Theater in NYC featuring José Limón's 1958 work Mazurkas, performed in full for the first time since 1964, alongside Aszure Barton's 2025 commission Join.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026
Limón Dance Company will present a program at The Joyce Theater in NYC featuring José Limón's 1958 work Mazurkas, performed in full for the first time since 1964, alongside Aszure Barton's 2025 commission Join.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Unveils Programming for New York City Center Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the theater’s mainstage for a five-week holiday engagement. Audiences will experience premieres by contemporary choreographers Jamar Roberts, Yue Yin, and William Forsythe, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the theater’s mainstage for a five-week holiday engagement. Audiences will experience premieres by contemporary choreographers Jamar Roberts, Yue Yin, and William Forsythe, and more.
LAKE TAHOE DANCE FESTIVAL Returns for 14th Season Featuring Artists From NYCB, ABT, Boston Ballet and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026
Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present the 14th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, Houston Ballet, and Broadway across multiple Lake Tahoe venues.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 18, 2026
Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present the 14th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, Houston Ballet, and Broadway across multiple Lake Tahoe venues.
Video: How Playing the Long Game Earned Nicholas Christopher a Tony Nomination
by Luka Vonier - Jun 3, 2026
Watch in this video as 2026 Tony Award nominee Nicholas Christopher chats more about the honor of getting a nomination, the nuance of his complicated character, and so much more.
by Luka Vonier - Jun 3, 2026
Watch in this video as 2026 Tony Award nominee Nicholas Christopher chats more about the honor of getting a nomination, the nuance of his complicated character, and so much more.
Danny Burstein, Jessica Hecht, and Jeremy Shamos Will Lead AWAKE AND SING! Broadway Revival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club will produce a new production of Clifford Odets’ landmark 1935 drama Awake and Sing!, led by Danny Burstein, Jessica Hecht, and Jeremy Shamos. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2026
Manhattan Theatre Club will produce a new production of Clifford Odets’ landmark 1935 drama Awake and Sing!, led by Danny Burstein, Jessica Hecht, and Jeremy Shamos. Learn more here!
SORE, TOUCH OF RED: RECOLLECTION, and IN-PRACTICE to Make NYC Debuts with TRIBE
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
TRIBE, the multidisciplinary arts collective founded by MacArthur Fellow Shamel Pitts, announced a series of NYC events including the world premiere of SORE, a documentary screening, and a movement workshop.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
TRIBE, the multidisciplinary arts collective founded by MacArthur Fellow Shamel Pitts, announced a series of NYC events including the world premiere of SORE, a documentary screening, and a movement workshop.
Lake Tahoe Dance Collective to Present The 14th Annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present its 14th annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, Houston Ballet, and Broadway across multiple venues in North Lake Tahoe.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2026
Lake Tahoe Dance Collective will present its 14th annual Lake Tahoe Dance Festival, featuring artists from New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, Houston Ballet, and Broadway across multiple venues in North Lake Tahoe.
Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center Reveals 2026–2027 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
The Music Center announced its 2026–2027 GLORYA KAUFMAN PRESENTS DANCE AT THE MUSIC CENTER season, featuring the Joffrey Ballet, Compañía Nacional de Danza, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and a ballet festival curated by Tiler Peck.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
The Music Center announced its 2026–2027 GLORYA KAUFMAN PRESENTS DANCE AT THE MUSIC CENTER season, featuring the Joffrey Ballet, Compañía Nacional de Danza, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and a ballet festival curated by Tiler Peck.
Boston Conservatory At Berklee Honors Beth Morrison And Moses Pendleton At Commencement Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Boston Conservatory at Berklee honored Grammy-nominated opera producer Beth Morrison and MOMIX founder Moses Pendleton with honorary doctorates at its commencement ceremony, where 246 graduates from around the world gathered at the Berklee Performance Center.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Boston Conservatory at Berklee honored Grammy-nominated opera producer Beth Morrison and MOMIX founder Moses Pendleton with honorary doctorates at its commencement ceremony, where 246 graduates from around the world gathered at the Berklee Performance Center.
Beth Morrison and Moses Pendleton to Receive Honorary Doctorates at Boston Conservatory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
Grammy-nominated opera producer Beth Morrison and choreographer Moses Pendleton will receive honorary doctorates from Boston Conservatory at Berklee, recognized for their decades of artistic innovation in opera and dance.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2026
Grammy-nominated opera producer Beth Morrison and choreographer Moses Pendleton will receive honorary doctorates from Boston Conservatory at Berklee, recognized for their decades of artistic innovation in opera and dance.
TheatreWorks and Hershey Felder Will Screen THE ASSEMBLY Documentary in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley and Hershey Felder will screen the documentary THE ASSEMBLY on May 4 at Fox Theatre in Redwood City, followed by a live musical performance and Q&A with Felder and the film's stars.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2026
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley and Hershey Felder will screen the documentary THE ASSEMBLY on May 4 at Fox Theatre in Redwood City, followed by a live musical performance and Q&A with Felder and the film's stars.
BAM BALL To Honor Robert Wilson And Gabriel Pizzi
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
BAM announced its annual BAM Ball will honor director Robert Wilson in memoriam and Endowment Trust Chair Gabriel Pizzi on April 29, featuring the New York premiere of Wilson's MOBY DICK at the Peter Jay Sharp Building in Brooklyn.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
BAM announced its annual BAM Ball will honor director Robert Wilson in memoriam and Endowment Trust Chair Gabriel Pizzi on April 29, featuring the New York premiere of Wilson's MOBY DICK at the Peter Jay Sharp Building in Brooklyn.
OZ Arts Will Present Meow Meow for One Night Only in Nashville
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
OZ Arts Nashville will present the return of cabaret legend Meow Meow for one night only on Saturday, April 11. The comedienne is known worldwide for her stage antics and vocal range.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2026
OZ Arts Nashville will present the return of cabaret legend Meow Meow for one night only on Saturday, April 11. The comedienne is known worldwide for her stage antics and vocal range.
Meow Meow Will Bring PURE CHAOS to The Moss Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Internationally acclaimed artist Meow Meow will present an evening of cabaret titled 'Pure Chaos' at The Moss Center in Miami, showcasing her unique performance style.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026
Internationally acclaimed artist Meow Meow will present an evening of cabaret titled 'Pure Chaos' at The Moss Center in Miami, showcasing her unique performance style.
Meet the Cast of DOG DAY AFTERNOON, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Performances are now underway for Dog Day Afternoon, a new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis. Meet the cast of Dog Day Afternoon here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026
Performances are now underway for Dog Day Afternoon, a new play by Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis. Meet the cast of Dog Day Afternoon here!
Ensemble Theatre Company to Present Hershey Felder in THE PIANO & ME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara and HFP Live will present pianist/actor/playwright/producer present the Southern California premiere of Hershey Felder starring in a new play, The Piano & Me.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara and HFP Live will present pianist/actor/playwright/producer present the Southern California premiere of Hershey Felder starring in a new play, The Piano & Me.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center Unveils 2026 New York City Ballet Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) has announced its 2026 NEW YORK CITY BALLET (NYCB) residency from July 8-11 as part of its celebratory 60th anniversary season.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) has announced its 2026 NEW YORK CITY BALLET (NYCB) residency from July 8-11 as part of its celebratory 60th anniversary season.
Saratoga Performing Arts Center Reveals 2026 NY City Ballet Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Saratoga Performing Arts Center has announced its 2026 NEW YORK CITY BALLET (NYCB) residency from July 8-11 as part of its celebratory 60th anniversary season.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026
Saratoga Performing Arts Center has announced its 2026 NEW YORK CITY BALLET (NYCB) residency from July 8-11 as part of its celebratory 60th anniversary season.
Meow Meow Joins Ramin Karimloo in SWEENEY TODD at Birmingham Rep
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Sweeney Todd has found its Mrs. Lovett! Actress, dancer, and cabaret performer Meow Meow will star alongside Ramin Karimloo, who takes on the role of the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2026
Sweeney Todd has found its Mrs. Lovett! Actress, dancer, and cabaret performer Meow Meow will star alongside Ramin Karimloo, who takes on the role of the Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Mikhail Baryshnikov been in?
Mikhail Baryshnikov has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Mikhail Baryshnikov been in?
Mikhail Baryshnikov has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What was Mikhail Baryshnikov's first West End show?
Mikhail Baryshnikov's first West End show was Brodsky/Barshnikov which opened in 2017
What awards has Mikhail Baryshnikov been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Metamorphosis, Special Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Metamorphosis and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Metamorphosis.
What awards has Mikhail Baryshnikov won?
Mikhail Baryshnikov has won numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. He received the 1989 Kennedy Center Honors, and in 1990, he was awarded the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Male Newcomer. Baryshnikov has also earned the Dance Magazine Award in 1990, and in 1991, he was honored with the Golden Plate Award by the American Academy of Achievement. He has received two Tony Awards: one for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his performance in the 1974 production of The King and I, and another for Best Actor in a Musical for his role in the 1989 production of The Nutcracker. Additionally, Baryshnikov was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for his performance in the television special "Baryshnikov on Broadway." He is recognized for his contributions to the arts and dance, solidifying his legacy as a prominent figure in the performing arts.
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