Norbert Leo Butz
Latest News on Norbert Leo Butz:
John Douglas Thompson and More to be Honored at Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit (Apr 28, 2025)
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List (Apr 22, 2025)
Photos: Idina Menzel Receives Portrait at Sardi's (Apr 18, 2025)
John Douglas Thompson and More to be Honored at Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit (Apr 28, 2025)
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List (Apr 22, 2025)
Photos: Idina Menzel Receives Portrait at Sardi's (Apr 18, 2025)
BIO
Norbert Leo Butz is a two-time Tony Award winner for Best Actor in a Musical and is one of only nine actors ever to have won the award twice as lead actor. He first won for his work in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels and won again for his work in Catch Me If You Can. He was additionally nominated for a Tony for his work in Thou Shalt Not and My Fair Lady. The star of 11 Broadway shows, he is also a five-time Drama Desk nominee and two-time winner, amongst other stage accolades. On television, Butz will next be seen starring on FX's "Justified" reboot and has previously starred on Hulu's "The Girl from Plainville," David Zabel and Ridley Scott's "Mercy Street" on PBS, "Bloodline" on Netflix, as "Paddy Chayefsky" on "Fosse/Verdon" for F/X, and "Debris" for NBC. Films include Sean Penn's Flag Day, Peter Hedges' Dan in Real Life, Sony's Higher Ground, opposite and directed by Vera Farmiga, Craig Zisk's The English Teacher, Better Living Through Chemistry, opposite Sam Rockwell, 2020 Sundance pic Luce, directed by Julius Onah, and the recent indie comedy, Give or Take. He received a BFA from Webster University and an MFA from Alabama Shakespeare Theatre.
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(l-r) Neil Pepe (Director, Artistic Director), Mark Eitzel (Music & Lyrics),
Jordan Lage (Daniel McCourt), Norbert Leo Butz (Jacob), Simon Stephens (Book), Gizel Jiménez (Misty), Mary Beth Peil (Sarah), Hope Boykin (Choreographer), Ben Rosenfield (John), Lena Pepe (Patti), Esteban Andres Cruz (Philip),
Kevyn Morrow (Marty) and George Abud (William) and Simone Allen (Conductor)
Date:
02/16/2023
From:Â Photos: Inside Opening Night of CORNELIA STREET Off-Broadway
The cast of Cornelia Street: (l-r) Norbert Leo Butz (Jacob), Jordan Lage (Daniel McCourt), Gizel Jiménez (Misty), Mary Beth Peil (Sarah), Ben Rosenfield (John), Lena Pepe (Patti), Esteban Andres Cruz (Philip), Kevyn Morrow (Marty) and George Abud (William)
Date:
02/16/2023
From:Â Photos: Inside Opening Night of CORNELIA STREET Off-Broadway
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Atlantic Theater Company Off-Broadway Premiere Production, 2023
Jacob
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Roger Davis [Replacement]
Mark Cohen, Roger Davis (Understudy) [Replacement]
Roger Davis (Understudy) [Replacement]
Mark Cohen (Understudy) [Replacement]
Movies
Went to Coney Island on a Mission from God... Be Back by Five
[ 1998 ] Pawnbroker
[ 1998 ] Pawnbroker
Looking for an Echo
[ 2000 ] Vocals for Anthony, Norbert Butz
[ 2000 ] Vocals for Anthony, Norbert Butz
New World Order
[ 2002 ] Howard Philips
[ 2002 ] Howard Philips
West of Here
[ 2002 ] Josiah Blackwell
[ 2002 ] Josiah Blackwell
Wicked
[ 2003 ] Fiyero
[ 2003 ] Fiyero
Dan in Real Life
[ 2007 ] Clay
[ 2007 ] Clay
Fair Game
[ 2010 ] Steve
[ 2010 ] Steve
Higher Ground
[ 2011 ] Ptor Bill
[ 2011 ] Ptor Bill
Greetings from Tim Buckley
[ 2012 ] Hal Wilner
[ 2012 ] Hal Wilner
Disconnect
[ 2012 ] Peter
[ 2012 ] Peter
The English Teacher
[ 2013 ] Vice Principal Phil Pelki
[ 2013 ] Vice Principal Phil Pelki
Better Living Through Chemistry
[ 2014 ] Agent Andrew Carp
[ 2014 ] Agent Andrew Carp
Good Posture
[ 2019 ] Neil
[ 2019 ] Neil
Wonder Park
[ 2019 ] Peanut
[ 2019 ] Peanut
Luce
[ 2019 ] Principal Dan
[ 2019 ] Principal Dan
Give or Take
[ 2020 ] Ted
[ 2020 ] Ted
Flag Day
[ 2021 ] Doc
[ 2021 ] Doc
Better Nate Than Ever
[ 2022 ] Rex
[ 2022 ] Rex
A Complete Unknown
[ 2024 ] Alan Lomax
[ 2024 ] Alan Lomax
TV Shows
Bloodline
Kevin Rayburn
Kevin Rayburn
Mercy Street
Dr. Byron Hale
Dr. Byron Hale
American Sports Story
Bill Belichick
Bill Belichick
Awards and Nominations
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, My Fair Lady
Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, My Fair Lady
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Catch Me If You Can
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Catch Me If You Can
winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Catch Me If You Can
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2005 - Best Leading Actor in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
Drama League Awards - 2005 - Distinguished Performance Award
Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Norbert Leo ButzBuicks
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actor - Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, The Last 5 Years
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Thou Shalt Not
The Lortels - 2002 - Outstanding Lead Actor
Norbert Leo Butz, The Last 5 Years
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Norbert Leo Butz, Thou Shalt Not
Videos
Video: Norbert Leo Butz & Francesca Faridany Explain What VLADIMIR Is All About
by Joey Mervis - 2024-09-29 16:00:20
Video: Watch Leslie Odom, Jr. in New THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Trailer With Norbert Leo Butz, Jennifer Nettles & More
by Michael Major - 2023-09-05 12:42:28
Video: Watch Leslie Odom, Jr. in THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER Trailer With Norbert Leo Butz, Jennifer Nettles & More
by Michael Major - 2023-07-25 11:26:30
VIDEO: Chloë Sevigny Discusses RUSSIAN DOLL, THE GIRL FROM PLAINVILLE, and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Marissa Tomeo - 2022-05-21 14:10:38
VIDEO: STARS IN THE HOUSE FOR UKRAINE Raises Over $139,000
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-03-30 11:34:53
VIDEO: Brooks Ashmanskas is Bringing a Little Bit of Broadway to BETTER NATE THAN EVER
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-04-01 13:00:20
VIDEO: Norbert Leo Butz Talks GIVE OR TAKE on Backstage with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-02-13 16:00:20
VIDEO: Original Jamie & Cathy, Norbert Leo Butz and Lauren Kennedy, Reunite to Sing THE LAST FIVE YEARS!
by Stephi Wild - 2021-05-24 06:08:05
BWW Exclusive: Watch Nick Cordero's Last Public Performance, 'Dear Hate'- The Single Is Available Now!
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-01-20 08:01:00
VIDEO: Former RENT Cast Members Sing 'Will I?' with Arts Workers for Federal Relief
by Stephi Wild - 2020-09-08 07:58:03
Broadway Rewind: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Catches on at Bryant Park in 2011
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-08-20 17:01:00
VIDEO: Annaleigh Ashford, Norbert Leo Butz, John Mulaney, and More Take Part in New Song 'The Radius of Love' About Staying Home
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-13 08:43:50
VIDEO: Norbert Leo Butz Sings 'Fight the Dragons' From BIG FISH
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-22 09:18:39
TV: Sherie Rene Scott and Norbert Leo Butz Sing THE LAST FIVE YEARS in Rehearsals for TWOHANDER
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-08 15:29:22
News
John Douglas Thompson and More to be Honored at Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025
John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement and more when Red Bull Theater presents the annual Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2025
John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement and more when Red Bull Theater presents the annual Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit. Learn more and see how to attend.
2025 Drama League Awards Nominations- The Full List
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2025
The Drama League announced the 2025 Drama League Awards Nominees for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direction of a Musical, and the much-coveted Distinguished Performance Award. We have the full list of nominees here!
Photos: Idina Menzel Receives Portrait at Sardi's
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 18, 2025
Broadway veteran and star of stage and screen, Idina Menzel, was presented with her portrait at the iconic Sardi's recently. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling of the portrait. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 18, 2025
Broadway veteran and star of stage and screen, Idina Menzel, was presented with her portrait at the iconic Sardi's recently. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling of the portrait. Check out photos here!
Review Roundup: THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 7, 2025
The first ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS, starring Grammy and Golden Globe Award nominee Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren. Check out what the critics are saying about the production...
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 7, 2025
The first ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown’s THE LAST FIVE YEARS, starring Grammy and Golden Globe Award nominee Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren. Check out what the critics are saying about the production...
Review: PROVA A PRENDERMI (CATCH ME IF YOU CAN) al TEATRO BRANCACCIO
by Ettore Farrattini - Mar 31, 2025
Negli ultimi due decenni Broadway si è notevolmente rivolta verso Hollywood per presentare al suo pubblico nuovi musical originali le cui trame erano però tratte da film di successo. Titoli come Tootsie, Rocky, Hairspray, Nine, Once e molti altri sono così diventati musical di successo.
by Ettore Farrattini - Mar 31, 2025
Negli ultimi due decenni Broadway si è notevolmente rivolta verso Hollywood per presentare al suo pubblico nuovi musical originali le cui trame erano però tratte da film di successo. Titoli come Tootsie, Rocky, Hairspray, Nine, Once e molti altri sono così diventati musical di successo.
A Brief History of THE LAST FIVE YEARS
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 23, 2025
This time, the reader question was: The Last 5 Years makes its Broadway debut this spring… but everyone you know already has the show memorized. How did that happen? Tepper unpacks the history of the beloved show.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 23, 2025
This time, the reader question was: The Last 5 Years makes its Broadway debut this spring… but everyone you know already has the show memorized. How did that happen? Tepper unpacks the history of the beloved show.
Review: JENN COLELLA Back In The Basement With Broadway At 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 19, 2025
Whether on Broadway or in the cabaret, Jenn Colella is one of our best. This week at 54 Below it's Broadway AND cabaret.
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 19, 2025
Whether on Broadway or in the cabaret, Jenn Colella is one of our best. This week at 54 Below it's Broadway AND cabaret.
BWW Q&A: Will Ray Talks THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL at Theatre Raleigh
by Joshua Wright - Mar 18, 2025
Horton Foote’s TONY-winning play The Trip to Bountiful tells the moving story of Carrie Watts, an elderly Southern woman who dreams of escaping the bustling city to return to rural Bountiful, Texas. She sets out on a risky journey to her beloved hometown with her family in hot pursuit. Along the way, she encounters kindness and compassion … and discovers the true meaning of home.
by Joshua Wright - Mar 18, 2025
Horton Foote’s TONY-winning play The Trip to Bountiful tells the moving story of Carrie Watts, an elderly Southern woman who dreams of escaping the bustling city to return to rural Bountiful, Texas. She sets out on a risky journey to her beloved hometown with her family in hot pursuit. Along the way, she encounters kindness and compassion … and discovers the true meaning of home.
Interview: Whitney White Reflects on How Shakespeare Impacts Her Work: ‘Everyone Has Their Moment’
by Caitlin Hornik - Mar 17, 2025
This March, BroadwayWorld is excited to spotlight five incredible female theatre-makers who are changing the game from offstage. In this second edition of 'Female Theatremakers' we are catching up with director extraordinaire, Whitney White.
by Caitlin Hornik - Mar 17, 2025
This March, BroadwayWorld is excited to spotlight five incredible female theatre-makers who are changing the game from offstage. In this second edition of 'Female Theatremakers' we are catching up with director extraordinaire, Whitney White.
Review: Norbert Leo Butz's GIRLS, GIRLS, GIRLS Is Art, Art, Art at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 12, 2025
Catch GIRLS, GIRLS, GIRLS during its last two nights in the basement!
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 12, 2025
Catch GIRLS, GIRLS, GIRLS during its last two nights in the basement!
Videos You Missed This Week: PIRATES! THE PENZANCE MUSICAL, REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES and More
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 7, 2025
2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season has officially begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending March 7, 2025 with videos from Pirates! The Penzance Musical, Real Women Have Curves, and more!
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 7, 2025
2025 has officially arrived and the second half of the 2024-25 Broadway season has officially begun. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending March 7, 2025 with videos from Pirates! The Penzance Musical, Real Women Have Curves, and more!
Norbert Leo Butz and More to Perform Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full lineup here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full lineup here.
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup â€" Mar. 4 to Mar. 10, 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 4, 2025
Looking for a fun show to see this week? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Norbert Leo Butz and Judy Collins.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 4, 2025
Looking for a fun show to see this week? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Norbert Leo Butz and Judy Collins.
Coming Up at 54 Below: Exclusive Previews from Kate Baldwin, Norbert Leo Butz & More
by Joey Mervis - Mar 3, 2025
Spring is nearly here and some of Broadway's best performers are getting ready to hit the stage at NYC's premiere cabaret destination, 54 Below. Enjoy video previews from some of this month's performers, including Paulo Szot ('Guido's Song'), Norbet Leo Butz ('King of Hearts'), and Kate Baldwin (Old Devil Moon').
by Joey Mervis - Mar 3, 2025
Spring is nearly here and some of Broadway's best performers are getting ready to hit the stage at NYC's premiere cabaret destination, 54 Below. Enjoy video previews from some of this month's performers, including Paulo Szot ('Guido's Song'), Norbet Leo Butz ('King of Hearts'), and Kate Baldwin (Old Devil Moon').
Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and More to Perform at 54 Below in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
TV: A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, el biopic de Bob Dylan, llega mañana a los cines
by Lorena Pastor Romero - Feb 27, 2025
A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, el esperado biopic de Bob Dylan protagonizado por Timothée Chalamet, llega mañana a los cines de España.
by Lorena Pastor Romero - Feb 27, 2025
A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, el esperado biopic de Bob Dylan protagonizado por Timothée Chalamet, llega mañana a los cines de España.
Theatre Raleigh 2025 Main Stage Season Tickets Now On Sale
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
Theatre Raleigh has announced that single tickets are now available for its highly anticipated 2025 Main Stage season. Kicking off the lineup is next month's production of 'The Trip to Bountiful,' starring four-time Daytime Emmy Award winner Kim Zimmer.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025
Theatre Raleigh has announced that single tickets are now available for its highly anticipated 2025 Main Stage season. Kicking off the lineup is next month's production of 'The Trip to Bountiful,' starring four-time Daytime Emmy Award winner Kim Zimmer.
Adam Lambert, Jordan Fisher, Kelli O’Hara and More to Join BROADWAY BACKWARDS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025
Broadway Backwards is set to return on Monday, March 10, 2025. The first slate of special guest performers includes Adam Lambert, Jordan Fisher, Kelli O’Hara and more. See how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025
Broadway Backwards is set to return on Monday, March 10, 2025. The first slate of special guest performers includes Adam Lambert, Jordan Fisher, Kelli O’Hara and more. See how to purchase tickets.
Previews: PROVA A PRENDERMI al TEATRO BRANCACCIO
by Ettore Farrattini - Jan 31, 2025
PROVA A PRENDERMI al TEATRO BRANCACCIODebutto al Teatro Nazionale di Milano il 27 febbraio per poi approdare a Roma il 19 marzo per l'adattamento in italiano del musical ispirato al celebre film
by Ettore Farrattini - Jan 31, 2025
PROVA A PRENDERMI al TEATRO BRANCACCIODebutto al Teatro Nazionale di Milano il 27 febbraio per poi approdare a Roma il 19 marzo per l'adattamento in italiano del musical ispirato al celebre film
BROADWAY BACKWARDS Will Return in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025
Broadway Backwards will return in March, featuring a lineup of Broadway stars taking on beloved songs in the Broadway canon and transforming them into queer anthems and love ballads.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2025
Broadway Backwards will return in March, featuring a lineup of Broadway stars taking on beloved songs in the Broadway canon and transforming them into queer anthems and love ballads.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Norbert Leo Butz been in?
Norbert Leo Butz has appeared on Broadway in 11 shows.
How many West End shows has Norbert Leo Butz been in?
Norbert Leo Butz has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Norbert Leo Butz been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for My Fair Lady, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for My Fair Lady, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Catch Me If You Can, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Catch Me If You Can, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Catch Me If You Can, Best Leading Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Buicks, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Last 5 Years, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Thou Shalt Not , Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for The Last 5 Years and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Thou Shalt Not.
What awards has Norbert Leo Butz won?
Norbert Leo Butz has won several prestigious awards throughout his career. These include the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for My Fair Lady; Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Catch Me If You Can; and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Catch Me If You Can. He also received the Best Leading Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, along with Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards), Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards), and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for the same production. Additionally, he won Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Buicks and Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Last 5 Years.
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