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BIO

NICK ADAMS was nominated for the 2011 Astaire Award for Best Male Dancer, won two Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards for Favorite Breakthrough Performance and Favorite Diva Performance, and was honored by the American Theater Hall of Fame with a fellowship for his performance in Priscilla. He originated the role of Angelique in the Tony Award winning 2010 revival of La Cage aux Folles. Also on Broadway: A Chorus Line, Guys and Dolls, Chicago and The Pirate Queen. TV and Film credits include: Sex and the City 2, An Englishman in New York, "As the World Turns," "Guiding Light," "Dancing with the Stars," "Rosie Live," "The Kennedy Center Honors" and "The Tony Awards." Concerts: Birdland, Erie Philharmonic, Boston Pops, Cincinnati Pops. Training: BFA Boston Conservatory. Nick has been featured in several national media outlets including the covers of Dance Spirit and Instinct Magazine.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2024
Alexis Gillmore


[US Tour]
US Revival Tour, 2019
Whizzer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Felicia

Adam

Felicia

Adam

[Toronto]
Pre-Broadway North American Production, 2010
Adam (Felicia)


[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2010
Angelique


Jean-Michel (Understudy)

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[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Liver Lips Louie

Ensemble

Liver Lips Louie

Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2006
Larry [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2005
Fiyero [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Mary Sunshine (Understudy) [Replacement]

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Movies

Strange Lady in Town
[ 1955 ] Billy the Kid
Picnic
[ 1955 ] Bomber
Rebel Without a Cause
[ 1955 ] Chick
Mister Roberts
[ 1955 ] Reber
Our Miss Brooks
[ 1956 ] Gary Nolan
A Strange Adventure
[ 1956 ] Phil Davis
The Last Wagon
[ 1956 ] Ridge
Fury at Showdown
[ 1957 ] Tracy Mitchell
Teacher's Pet
[ 1958 ] Barney Kovac
Sing Boy Sing
[ 1958 ] C.K. Judd
No Time for Sergeants
[ 1958 ] Pvt. Ben Whitledge
The FBI Story
[ 1959 ] John GilbertJackGraham
Pillow Talk
[ 1959 ] Tony Walters
The Interns
[ 1962 ] Dr. Sid Lackland
Hell Is for Heroes
[ 1962 ] Homer Janeczek
Twilight of Honor
[ 1963 ] Ben Brown
The Hook
[ 1963 ] Pvt. V.R. Hackett
The Young Lovers
[ 1964 ] Tarragoo
Young Dillinger
[ 1965 ] John Dillinger
Die, Monster, Die!
[ 1965 ] Stephen Reinhart
Mosby's Marauders
[ 1967 ] Sgt. Gregg
Fever Heat
[ 1968 ] Ace Jones
Mission Mars
[ 1968 ] Nick Grant
Los asesinos
[ 1968 ] Shannon

TV Shows

The Wild Wild West
Sheriff Dave Cord, Prince

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2025 - Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical

Nick Adams, Drag: The Musical

Videos

News


Photos: Jerry Mitchell Honored at 18th Annual Broadway Dreams Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Broadway Dreams’ annual gala this year honored Jerry Mitchell. See photos from the event! The evening raised critical funds for Broadway Dreams’ global work in supporting performing arts education, career development, and mentorship.
BROADWAY'S HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS to Run for 4 Performances in the Cape Cinema
by Gillian Blum - Nov 15, 2025

Claybourne Elder and Sara Jean Ford will perform a selection of traditional and Broadway holiday songs and share some wonderful seasonal stories and laughter through four performances of Broadway's Home for the Holidays in the Cape Cinema.
Photos: Opening Night Of Crystal Skillman's OPEN At WP Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025

On Saturday, July 12th Midnight Theatricals in association with The Tank and The Flying Carpet Theatre Company premiered Crystal Skillman's Open at WP Theater. See photos here! 
Tickets On Sale Today For A CHORUS LINE 50th Anniversary Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2025

Tickets will go on sale today for the one-night-only special concert A Chorus Line Official 50th Anniversary Celebration, taking place in July. Learn more about how to get tickets here!
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Winners- The Full List
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2025

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the winners for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. Check out the full list here!
2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 25, 2025

The Outer Critics Circle has announced the nominees for the 2025 Outer Critics Circle Awards, honoring the 2024-2025 Broadway and Off-Broadway season. We have the full list of nominees here!
DRAG: THE MUSICAL Sets Live Cast Album Featuring Liza Minnelli
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025

In celebration of DRAG: The Musical’s dynamite off-Broadway run at New World Stages, the team behind the show will release ‘DRAG: The Musical LIVE (The Cast Recording)’ on April 25th.
Photos: Inside Chappell Roan's Visit to DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 8, 2025

Drag the Musical turned into the Pink Pony Club when pop star Chappell Roan came to see the show! BroadwayWorld was present to capture the moment when the recent Grammy winner greeted Alaska, Nick Adams, and the cast of the Off-Broadway musical.
Photos: Bob The Drag Queen and Nick Smith visit DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 13, 2025

Drag performer and RuPaul's Drag Race alum, Bob the Drag Queen, as well as Nick Smith recently paid a visit to Drag: The Musical Off-Broadway. Check out photos here!
DRAG: THE MUSICAL Sets Final Performance Date; London Production in the Works
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2025

DRAG: The Musical will play its final performance Off-Broadway on Sunday, April 27, 2025. At the time of closing, the production will have played 215 performances and 24 previews. A London production is currently in the works.
Tamika Lawrence & More to Join Alaska Thunderf*ck in DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Alaska Thunderf*ck will return to the role of Kitty Galloway in Drag: The Musical at New World Stages. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Nick Adams been in?

Nick Adams has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Nick Adams been in?

Nick Adams has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Nick Adams been nominated for?

and Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Drag: The Musical.

What awards has Nick Adams won?

Nick Adams won the Outstanding Lead Performer in an Off-Broadway Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Drag: The Musical.

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