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Neil Patrick Harris

Birth Place: Albuquerque, NM, USA

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BIO

Neil Patrick Harris is a multi-hyphenate known for iconic roles on both stage and screen. Harris originated the role of Hedwig in the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Tony, Drama League and Drama Desk Awards). His additional theatrical credits include Shit Meet Fan (MCC Theater), Peter Pan Goes Wrong(Barrymore Theatre), Into the Woods (NY City Center), Assassins (Studio 54), Proof (Walter Kerr Theatre), Cabaret(Studio 54), Company (New York Philharmonic), All My Sons (Geffen Theater), The Paris Letter (Kirk Douglas Theater), Sweeney Todd (NY Phil, San Francisco Symphony Orchestra), Romeo and Juliet (Old Globe Theater), Rent (Los Angeles/2nd National Tour), Luck, Pluck, Virtue (Atlantic Theater Co.) and tick, tick…BOOM! (Menier Chocolate Factory). Utilizing his theatrical expertise behind the curtain, Harris made his musical directorial debut with the Hollywood Bowl's staging of Jonathan Larson's Rent. His additional directing credits include Nothing to Hide (Pershing Square Signature Center & Geffen Theater), The Expert at the Card Table (Ediburgh Fringe Festival & Broad Stage Theater) and I Am Grock (El Portal Theater). Additionally, Harris produced In & Of Itself, an Off-Broadway magic show directed by Frank Oz at the Daryl Roth Theater in New York. Harris is a five-time Emmy Award-winner and New York Times bestselling author. He is husband to art-loving actor David Burtka, and father to tremendous twin teens Gideon and Harper.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2025
Serge


[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater World Premiere Production, 2024
Rodger


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Francis [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
New York Staged Reading, 2018
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Hedwig


[London Fringe]
London Revival, 2005
Performer


[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005


[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2004
Lee Harvey Oswald

Balladeer

Lee Harvey Oswald

Balladeer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival [Cancelled], 2001
Lee Harvey Oswald/Balladeer


[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2000
Hal [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2000
Tobias Ragg


[Regional (US)]
Reprise! Concert, 1999


[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1998
Master of Ceremonies [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1995
Lester Price


Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Executive Producer

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2023 - Best Featured Performer in a Play

Neil Patrick Harris, Peter Pan Goes Wrong


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch


winner
Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch


winner
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Neil Patrick Harris, Hedwig and the Angry Inch

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News


ART Hosts Student Matinee Performance With Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025

The Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART, by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, starring Bobby Cannavale, James Corden, and Neil Patrick Harris and directed by Scott Ellis hosted a special student matinee performance.
Tony Award Nominee Scott Ellis to Receive Sardi's Portrait
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025

Tony Award nominee and Interim Artistic Director of Roundabout Theatre Company, Scott Ellis, will be recognized with the time-honored Broadway tradition of a caricature on the infamous walls of Sardi’s.
How Common Are Foreign Language Plays on Broadway? A Look at Translation Trends
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 23, 2025

While the large majority of plays that make it to Broadway were written in English, a small fraction of plays were originally penned in a different language and translated. 
Elaine Hendrix and More Join THE 24 HOUR PLAYS 25TH ANNUAL GALA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS has revealed additional artists for The 24 Hour Plays 25th Annual Gala, which will be held at The Space at Irondale.
Photos: First Look at Neil Patrick Harris as Host of Netflix's WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 18, 2025

​​Netflix has unveiled the premiere date and new first-look photos for What's in the Box?, the new game show hosted by Tony Award-winner Neil Patrick Harris. Check out photos of the Art star now.
ART on Broadway Enters Final Six Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 11, 2025

Yasmina Reza’s Tony Award-winning play ART, translated by Christopher Hampton and directed by Tony Award nominee Scott Ellis will play its final six weeks as scheduled.
Meet Broadway and London's New Power Producing Duo: Husbands Sean Nyberg And Paul Danforth
by James Lindhorst - Oct 28, 2025

Husbands Sean Nyberg and Paul Danforth are following their dream. The two new producers have ventured into the world of theater, producing shows on Broadway, in London’s West End, Off-Broadway, and in the United Kingdom.
Video: Watch James Corden Play Musical Theater-Themed Game on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2025

On The Tonight Show, guest James Corden and host Jimmy Fallon played a game where they were tasked with singing a song from a randomly selected musical. See how each did and who got the most answers right.
Video: ART Auctions Canvases For Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 27, 2025

The Broadway production of ART will auction four of the white canvases used within the show after they have been defaced in the performance, and proceeds will be donated to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. 
Hot Tickets of the Week: ART, RAGTIME, and More
by Team BWW - Oct 13, 2025

Let BroadwayWorld and Ticketmaster be your guide to which plays and musicals are the most buzz-worthy this week, starting October 13, 2025. Check out five Broadway shows we recommend that you should snag tickets to right now!
Video: ART Stars Join JEOPARDY! for ‘Broadway Play Revivals’ Category
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2025

Broadway's James Corden, Bobby Cannavale, and Neil Patrick Harris took a break from the ongoing revival of Art to join Jeopardy! for a category themed to 'Broadway Play Revivals.' Watch the video to play along.
Video: Watch Jessica Vosk, Ingrid Michaelson & Abigail Sparrow Perform 'Winter Song' in New Live Cover
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 8, 2025

Jessica Vosk is ringing in the holiday season early with a live stripped-back version of 'Winter Song,' alongside original co-writer and vocalist Ingrid Michaelson and singer and actress Abigail Sparrow. Watch it now!
A History of Three-Handers on Broadway
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Oct 5, 2025

While a lot has been written about two handers, a term for two-person shows, less has been penned about three-handers. Yet, three-person plays are just as common a genre on Broadway as pieces with only two players. Currently, Art, by Yasmina Reza, is receiving an all-star revival at the Music Box.
Photos: Ethan Hawke, Bobby Cannavale & More at BLUE MOON New York Premiere and Sardi's Afterparty
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2025

On Monday, September 30th, the New York Film Festival hosted the New York Premiere of Blue Moon, followed by a star-studded after-party at Sardi's. Check out photos from the event with Ethan Hawke, Bobby Cannavale, Andrew Scott, James Corden, Marc Shaiman, and more!
Videos You Missed This Week: HELL'S KITCHEN, ART, and More
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 26, 2025

Fall has officially arrived and a new season is very much in swing. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending September 26, 2025 with videos from Hell's Kitchen, Art, and more!
Glen Powell Recalls GLEE Audition with Chord Overstreet
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2025

Actor Glen Powell recently recalled auditioning for the hit musical series Glee, which ran from 2009 to 2015. He competed for the role of Sam Evans alongside his friend Chord Overstreet.
Video: Jessica Vosk & Ingrid Michaelson Duet on THE NOTEBOOK Song
by Michael Major - Sep 24, 2025

Jessica Vosk and Ingrid Michaelson teamed up for a stipped-back version of 'If This Is Love' from The Notebook on Broadway. Watch a video of the duo taking on the beloved showtune, with Michaelson on the ukulele, on Vosk's social media now!
Video: Bobby Cannavale Shares Opening Night Line Mishap in Broadway’s ART
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 24, 2025

On Tuesday, Tony Award nominee Bobby Cannavale visited Late Night with Seth Meyers, where he recalled forgetting a line during opening night of Broadway's Art- a career first. Watch the interview now!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 22, 2025
by - Sep 22, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 22, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
A Production History of ART - From Paris to London, Broadway, and Beyond
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2025

Performances are now underway for the first-ever Broadway revival of the Tony Award-winning ART. As the show returns to New York, we're looking back on the play's history and notable stars who have taken on these roles.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Neil Patrick Harris been in?

Neil Patrick Harris has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Neil Patrick Harris been in?

Neil Patrick Harris has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Neil Patrick Harris been nominated for?

Best Featured Performer in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

What awards has Neil Patrick Harris won?

Neil Patrick Harris has won several prestigious awards for his performances. He received the Best Featured Performer in a Play award from the BroadwayWorld Awards for Peter Pan Goes Wrong. He also earned the Outstanding Actor in a Musical award from the Drama Desk Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Additionally, Harris was honored with the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards for the same show. His accolades include the Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical award from the Tony Awards for Hedwig and the Angry Inch.

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