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Peter Friedman

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Peter Friedman (Doyle) recently appeared in The Debate Society's Jacuzzi; Playwrights Horizons' Fly By Night; and Will Eno's The Open House. He has appeared in the New York productions of End Days, Annie Baker's Body Awareness and Circle Mirror Transformation, Amy Herzog's After the Revolution and The Great God Pan, the musical Ragtime, and The Heidi Chronicles, among many others. His film work includes The Savages, Safe, Breaking Upwards, Harvest, Single White Female, Love and Other Drugs, and Side Effects. He has puppeteered on TV's "The Muppet Show," and was a series regular on "Brooklyn Bridge."

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Peter Friedman STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Vineyard Theatre World Premiere, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons World Premiere, 2017
The Son

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival at The Public Theater, 2017
Polonius

[Off-Broadway]
Women's Project Theater and Ars Nova Original Off-Broadway Production, 2017
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Dan

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater, 2015
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2014
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Concert, 0
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Co-Production, 2011
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2009
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Juror #10

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Mathias Gold

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2000
Dr. Mark Bruckner

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Tateh

[Off-Broadway]
1993
Herbie

[Off-Broadway]
1989
Arthur Brooks

[Broadway]
1989
Arthur Brooks

[Broadway]
1989
Scoop Rosenbaum

[Off-Broadway]
1988
Scoop Rosenbaum

[Off-Broadway]
1986
Humphry Taylor

[Broadway]
1986
Douglas Schmidt

[Off-Broadway]
1983
Norman

[Off-Broadway]
1981
Captain Charles Taylor

[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1981
American Sailor #2


Papa Leplee/American Sailor #2

German Soldier #1 (Understudy)

Dope pusher (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
1979
Non-Floyd/ Jurgen/ Albert/ Bob Fechter/ Patient

[Broadway]
1974
Marquis Miglioriti

Guido Venanzi (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1974
Ben

[Broadway]
1973
Seton Cram (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1973
Auguste

Coustouillu (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1973
Carpenter

[Broadway]
1972
Commander

Don Carlos (Understudy)

[Broadway]
1972
Committeeman


Peter Friedman Movies

[1980]Christmas Evil Mr. Grosch

[1981]Prince of the City D.A. Goldman

[1983]Daniel Ben Cohen

[1988]The Seventh Sign Father Lucci

[1992]Single White Female Graham Knox

[1993]Blink Dr. Ryan Pierce

[1995]Safe Peter Dunning

[1996]I Shot Andy Warhol Alan Burke

[1996]I'm Not Rappaport Young Nat's Father

[2001]Someone Like You Stephen

[2003]Paycheck Attorney General Brown

[2004]King of the Corner Arthur Wexler

[2006]Unconscious Father William

[2006]Freedomland Lt. Gold

[2007]Spinning Into Butter Jay Salter

[2007]The Savages Larry

[2007]I'm Not There Morris Bernstein, Barker

[2008]Synecdoche, New York Emergency Room Doctor

[2009]Breaking Upwards Alan

[2009]The Messenger Mr. Cohen

[2010]Harvest Carmine Monopoli

[2010]Love & Other Drugs California Man

[2011]Coming Up Roses Charles

[2013]Side Effects Banks Partner #1

[2015]Keep in Touch Dallen Parcel

[2016]5 Doctors Dr. Lipman

[2022]She Said Lanny Davis


Peter Friedman TV Shows

Brooklyn Bridge George Silver

High Maintenance Jim

Law & Order Nolan Farber, Harold Jensen, Professor William Goodwin

The Muppet Show Additional Muppets, The Carrot, Lead Singing Fireman

The Path Hank Armstrong

Peter Friedman Videos

Peter Friedman News


Photos: First Look at Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon in JOB at SoHo Playhouse

Production photos have been released for the world premiere of JOB, starring Tony Award nominee Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon. Check out the all new photos here!

Photos: Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon in Rehearsal for JOB at SoHo Playhouse

Tony Award nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Succession,” “Helstrom”) are currently in rehearsal for the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker). Check out rehearsal photos here!

Soho Playhouse to Present JOB, with Peter Friedman, Masterson in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and More in Fall/Winter Season

SoHo Playhouse has announced its Fall/Winter 2023 Season. The not-for-profit SoHo Playhouse is a historic Off-Broadway venue and the home of such hits as Phoebe Waller-Bridge's Fleabag, Hannah Gadsby's Nanette, and Alex Edelman's Just For Us.

SoHo Playhouse Announces Winner of The Lighthouse Series: IT'S NOT WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE

Britt Lafield, managing director of the not-for-profit SoHo Playhouse, is pleased to announce the winner of the 2023 Lighthouse Series, the second annual iteration of the Playhouse's new short play competition. 

SoHo Playhouse Names Winner of 2023 The Lighthouse Series

Discover the exciting winner of The Lighthouse Series at SoHo Playhouse. Get ready to be amazed as unexpected talent takes the stage. Find out more about this exclusive event and the surprises it has in store for you.

Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon Will Lead New Off-Broadway Play JOB

Tony nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Helstrom,” 'Succession') will star in the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker).

Photos: Go Inside Al Hirschfeld's 120th Birthday Celebration at The Museum of Broadway

Check out photos from The Museum of Broadway's event celebrating Al Hirschfeld’s 120th birthday!

Sergio Trujillo, Kathleen Marshall, Kimberly Marable & More to Take Part in TDF's Wendy Wasserstein Project Ceremony

On Monday, June 12 at 5 p.m., TDF will host its annual Wendy Wasserstein Project ceremony at The Gerald W. Lynch Theater at John Jay College.

Interview: Jason Danieley Stages RAGTIME: THE SYMPHONIC CONCERT For Boston Pops

Popular Broadway performer Jason Danieley will stage 'Ragtime: The Symphonic Concert with the Boston Pops May 12-13 at Boston's Symphony Hall, and July 8 at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA.

RAGTIME Reunion Concert Was Filmed According To Lyricist Lynn Ahrens

In a new interview with the Observer, Tony-winning songwriting duo Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty reflected on the recent gala concert presentation of their beloved musical, Ragtime. As a part of their profile, acclaimed lyricist Ahrens revealed that the starry, one night only event was filmed!

Wake Up With BWW 3/31: LIFE OF PI Reviews, Plus a Message From Christopher Sieber!

Top stories: Read the reviews for Life of Pi on Broadway, plus watch a video message from Christopher Sieber in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

Photos & Video: See Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell & More in RAGTIME 25th Anniversary Concert

See photos and video of Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Peter Friedman and more in the Ragtime 25th anniversary concert!

Shop RAGTIME Reunion Merch in BroadwayWorld's Theatre Shop

Get your official merchandise from the Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime! Take home items like the Ragtime In-Concert Hoodie, and the Logo Tee, below.

Wake Up With BWW 3/29: HAMILTON in Manila, Plus a Message from Adrianna Hicks!

Top stories: Hamilton will make its Asian premiere in Manila, Adam James joins the cast of the Wicked film, plus watch a video message from Adrianna Hicks in honor of BroadwayWorld's 20th anniversary!

Video: Watch Original RAGTIME Cast Reunite for Curtain Call

The Entertainment Community Fund presented a one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime at the Minskoff Theatre. Watch as Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Peter Friedman, Kelli O'Hara and more take their bows at the end of the big night!

Video: Watch Highlights from the Original Run of RAGTIME

Tonight's the night! The Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of Ragtime will take place at the Minskoff Theatre. As we await the big night, recap some of our favorite original Ragtime moments with these videos!

Wake Up With BWW 3/23: SMASH to Come to Broadway, BACK TO THE FUTURE Casting, and More!

Top stories: SMASH is headed to Broadway, Liana Hunt, Nathaniel Hackmann, Jelani Remy & more join the cast of Back to the Future, and more!

Video: Brian Stokes Mitchell Talks RAGTIME Reunion Concert Decades In the Making

Following his performance with Audra McDonald on the TODAY Show this morning, Brian Stokes Mitchell revealed what part of the upcoming Ragtime reunion concert he is most looking forward to. Watch the complete video, in which Mitchell speaks about the Ragtime reunion concert and how more people can help the Entertainment Community Fund, now!

Video: Audra McDonald & Brian Stokes Mitchell Perform 'Wheels of a Dream' From RAGTIME on THE TODAY SHOW

Audra McDonald and Brian Stokes Mitchell reunited to perform 'Wheels of a Dream' from Ragtime ahead of The Entertainment Community Fund's one-night-only benefit reunion concert of the classic musical. The concert will also feature Peter Friedman, Kelli O'Hara, Lea Michele, and more. Watch the new video performance now!

TODAY SHOW to Feature Performances From BAD CINDERELLA, RAGTIME & More This Week

The TODAY Show has announced the lineup for its annual Broadway week, featuring four days of performances from the latest Broadway shows. The week will feature performances from Bad Cinderella, Ragtime, Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond in Parade, and Shucked. Schmigadoon's Dove Cameron, Keegan Michael-Key, and Cecily Strong will also appear.

Peter Friedman FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Peter Friedman has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.

Peter Friedman has not appeared in the West End

Peter Friedman has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play at The Lortels for his role in "The Treasurer." He also received a nomination for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in "Fly By Night." Additionally, he was honored with a Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for his work in "The Open House," and he received another nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play at The Lortels for the same production. Friedman's nominations also include Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Great God Pan," a Performance Obie Award for "Circle Mirror Transformation," and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Body Awareness." He was nominated for Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for his role in "Ragtime," and he received a nomination for Best Featured Actor - Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the same production. Friedman's notable nominations also include a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Ragtime," and he was nominated for Outstanding Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Heidi Chronicles." These nominations showcase the recognition and acclaim he has received for his performances on Broadway.

Peter Friedman has won several awards for his performances in the theater. He received an Obie Award for his performance in the play "Circle Mirror Transformation." Additionally, he won the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his role in "Ragtime." These accolades recognize his talent and contribution to the Broadway stage.

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