Philip Bosco
Birth Place: Jersey City, NJ, USA
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STAGE CREDITS
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1961
King Henry VIII (Understudy), The Duke of Norfolk (Understudy), Attendant to Signor Chapuys (Understudy)
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Movies
A Lovely Way to Die
[ 1968 ] Fuller
[ 1968 ] Fuller
Trading Places
[ 1983 ] Doctor
[ 1983 ] Doctor
The Pope of Greenwich Village
[ 1984 ] Paulie's Father
[ 1984 ] Paulie's Father
Heaven Help Us
[ 1985 ] Brother Paul
[ 1985 ] Brother Paul
Walls of Glass
[ 1985 ] James Flanagan
[ 1985 ] James Flanagan
The Money Pit
[ 1986 ] Curly
[ 1986 ] Curly
Children of a Lesser God
[ 1986 ] Dr. Curtis Franklin
[ 1986 ] Dr. Curtis Franklin
Three Men and a Baby
[ 1987 ] Detective Melkowitz
[ 1987 ] Detective Melkowitz
Suspect
[ 1987 ] Paul Gray
[ 1987 ] Paul Gray
Working Girl
[ 1988 ] Oren Trk
[ 1988 ] Oren Trk
Another Woman
[ 1988 ] Sam
[ 1988 ] Sam
The Dream Team
[ 1989 ] O Malley
[ 1989 ] O Malley
The Luckiest Man in the World
[ 1989 ] Sam Posner
[ 1989 ] Sam Posner
Quick Change
[ 1990 ] Bus Driver
[ 1990 ] Bus Driver
Blue Steel
[ 1990 ] Frank Turner
[ 1990 ] Frank Turner
Shadows and Fog
[ 1991 ] Mr. Paulsen
[ 1991 ] Mr. Paulsen
F/X2
[ 1991 ] Ray Silak
[ 1991 ] Ray Silak
True Colors
[ 1991 ] Sen. Frank Steubens
[ 1991 ] Sen. Frank Steubens
Straight Talk
[ 1992 ] Gene Perlman
[ 1992 ] Gene Perlman
Angie
[ 1994 ] Frank
[ 1994 ] Frank
Milk Money
[ 1994 ] Jerry the Pope
[ 1994 ] Jerry the Pope
Nobody's Fool
[ 1994 ] Judge Flatt
[ 1994 ] Judge Flatt
Safe Passage
[ 1994 ] Mort
[ 1994 ] Mort
It Takes Two
[ 1995 ] Vincenzo
[ 1995 ] Vincenzo
Apologies to Bunuel
[ 1996 ] Cabby
[ 1996 ] Cabby
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Uncle Carmine
[ 1996 ] Uncle Carmine
Critical Care
[ 1997 ] Dr. Hofstader
[ 1997 ] Dr. Hofstader
Deconstructing Harry
[ 1997 ] Professor Clark
[ 1997 ] Professor Clark
My Best Friend's Wedding
[ 1997 ] Walter Wallace
[ 1997 ] Walter Wallace
Wonder Boys
[ 2000 ] Emily's Father
[ 2000 ] Emily's Father
Brooklyn Sonnet
[ 2000 ] Uncle Chicky
[ 2000 ] Uncle Chicky
Shaft
[ 2000 ] Walter Wade, Sr.
[ 2000 ] Walter Wade, Sr.
Kate & Leopold
[ 2001 ] Otis
[ 2001 ] Otis
Abandon
[ 2002 ] Professor Jergensen
[ 2002 ] Professor Jergensen
Hitch
[ 2005 ] Mr. O Brian
[ 2005 ] Mr. O Brian
Freedomland
[ 2006 ] Priest
[ 2006 ] Priest
The Savages
[ 2007 ] Lenny Savage
[ 2007 ] Lenny Savage
When the Evening Comes
[ 2009 ] Martin Corrado
[ 2009 ] Martin Corrado
TV Shows
Damages
Hollis Nye
Hollis Nye
Ed
Alan Stevens
Alan Stevens
Law & Order
Gordon Schell, Lee Jerrold, Mr. Dobbs
Gordon Schell, Lee Jerrold, Mr. Dobbs
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Judge Joseph P. Terhune, Davis Langley
Judge Joseph P. Terhune, Davis Langley
The Equalizer
Oscar, Brian
Oscar, Brian
The Suite Life of Hudson & James
Tucker
Tucker
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play
Philip Bosco, Twelve Angry Men
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Philip Bosco, Twelve Angry Men
Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Philip Bosco , Moon Over Buffalo
Drama Desk Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Philip Bosco, The Heiress
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Drama Desk Awards - 1989 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Philip Bosco , Lend Me a Tenor
winner
Tony Awards - 1989 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Philip Bosco, Lend Me a Tenor
Tony Awards - 1987 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
Philip Bosco , You Never Can Tell
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Philip Bosco , Heartbreak House
Drama Desk Awards - 1980 - Outstanding Actor in a Play
Philip Bosco, Major Barbara
Tony Awards - 1961 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play
Philip Bosco, The Rape of the Belt
Videos
Broadway Beat Special Sneak - In Rehearsal with 'Encores! FINIAN'S RAINBOW'
by Eddie Varley - 2009-03-20 08:08:52
News
Tony Winner Janie Sell Passes Away at 86
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 21, 2026
Tony winner Janie Sell died at the age of 86 after a brief illness, according to her longtime friend James Dybas, who confirmed the news online. She was surrounded by her friends and family members.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 21, 2026
Tony winner Janie Sell died at the age of 86 after a brief illness, according to her longtime friend James Dybas, who confirmed the news online. She was surrounded by her friends and family members.
Interview: Wendy Orshan & Jeffrey M. Wilson Unpack Their 30 Years of Broadway Shows
by Robert Diamond - Jan 17, 2026
In this second part of our in-depth conversation (read Part 1), Jeffrey and Wendy look back on their over three decade career on Broadway and shares stories about some of their favorite shows.
by Robert Diamond - Jan 17, 2026
In this second part of our in-depth conversation (read Part 1), Jeffrey and Wendy look back on their over three decade career on Broadway and shares stories about some of their favorite shows.
Christmas Films Adapted For the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2024
Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2024
Whether you're into a more serious story like It's a Wonderful Life or A Christmas Carol, or something more silly and fun like Elf or How the Grinch Stole Christmas, there is a Christmas movie-turned-musical for everyone who celebrates!
Riverside Theatre to Present Ken Ludwig's THE FOX ON THE FAIRWAY Beginning This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024
Riverside Theatre will begin its 52nd season with Ken Ludwig's uproarious comedy, The Fox on the Fairway. The Fox on the Fairway plays the Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre from October 22 – November 10, 2024.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024
Riverside Theatre will begin its 52nd season with Ken Ludwig's uproarious comedy, The Fox on the Fairway. The Fox on the Fairway plays the Stark Stage at Riverside Theatre from October 22 – November 10, 2024.
How Rare Is It for a Straight Play to Release a Cast Recording?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 19, 2024
This time, the reader question was: With all of the Stereophonic hype this season, is it uncommon for a play to release a cast recording? How often has that happened in the past?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 19, 2024
This time, the reader question was: With all of the Stereophonic hype this season, is it uncommon for a play to release a cast recording? How often has that happened in the past?
Hedgerow Theatre Extends Production Of Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024
Hedgerow Theatre Company is currently presenting The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic from the pen of Irish playwright Enda Walsh. Learn more about the extension here!
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024
Hedgerow Theatre Company is currently presenting The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic from the pen of Irish playwright Enda Walsh. Learn more about the extension here!
Hedgerow Theatre to Kick Off The New Year With Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024
Hedgerow Theatre presents Enda Walsh’s The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic that explores the complexities of women of a certain age. Directed by Emma Gibson, this production features an all-female design and production team.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024
Hedgerow Theatre presents Enda Walsh’s The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic that explores the complexities of women of a certain age. Directed by Emma Gibson, this production features an all-female design and production team.
Ron OJ Parson to Receive SDCF's Zelda Fichandler Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2022
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society announced the recipient and finalist for its annual Zelda Fichandler Award.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2022
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society announced the recipient and finalist for its annual Zelda Fichandler Award.
LEND ME A TENOR to Close Out International City Theatre 2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2022
International City Theatre will present Lend Me A Tenor, the Tony-nominated screwball comedy by Ken Ludwig that’s guaranteed to leave audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter. The production runs October 21 through November 6.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2022
International City Theatre will present Lend Me A Tenor, the Tony-nominated screwball comedy by Ken Ludwig that’s guaranteed to leave audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter. The production runs October 21 through November 6.
Danai Gurira Led RICHARD III at Free Shakespeare in the Park Announces New First Preview Date
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022
Due to rehearsal schedule changes, The Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of RICHARD III at The Delacorte Theater is delaying its first preview to Tuesday, June 21st. Get the full schedule for the show here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022
Due to rehearsal schedule changes, The Public Theater's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of RICHARD III at The Delacorte Theater is delaying its first preview to Tuesday, June 21st. Get the full schedule for the show here.
Ali Stroker, Daniel J. Watts & More to Star in Danai Gurira Led RICHARD III at Free Shakespeare in the Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2022
The Public Theater announced complete casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of RICHARD III, kicking off the 60th Anniversary Season at The Delacorte Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2022
The Public Theater announced complete casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of RICHARD III, kicking off the 60th Anniversary Season at The Delacorte Theater.
MOON OVER BUFFALO Opens at Music Mountain Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2022
Up next on the Music Mountain Theatre stage will be Moon Over Buffalo, running from March 11 through March 27. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 3 PM.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2022
Up next on the Music Mountain Theatre stage will be Moon Over Buffalo, running from March 11 through March 27. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 3 PM.
Danai Gurira, Darius de Haas & More to Star in 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022
The Public Theater announced the line-up today for the 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022
The Public Theater announced the line-up today for the 60th Anniversary Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater.
Theater Stories: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD, SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK & More About The Lyric Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2021
Today's Theater Stories features the Lyric Theatre! Learn about the history of the Lyric Theatre, and the shows to have graced its stage including Jesus Christ Superstar, The Pirate Queen, Young Frankenstein, Spiderman: Turn off the Dark, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2021
Today's Theater Stories features the Lyric Theatre! Learn about the history of the Lyric Theatre, and the shows to have graced its stage including Jesus Christ Superstar, The Pirate Queen, Young Frankenstein, Spiderman: Turn off the Dark, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and more.
VIDEO: New Lyric Video Released for 'You'll Never Walk Alone', Honoring 65th Anniversary of CAROUSEL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2021
Today Concord Theatricals launched a brand new lyric video in honor of the 65th anniversary of the 1956 film Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel, featuring the musical’s most enduring and uplifting anthem, “You’ll Never Walk Alone”.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2021
Today Concord Theatricals launched a brand new lyric video in honor of the 65th anniversary of the 1956 film Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel, featuring the musical’s most enduring and uplifting anthem, “You’ll Never Walk Alone”.
Photo Flashback: Cherry Jones Stars in THE HEIRESS in 1995
by Walter McBride - Apr 27, 2020
We're taking a trip down memory lane by continuing our Photo Flashback series, featuring vintage pics from the archives of BroadwayWorld photographer Walter McBride.Today, check out photos of stage and screen star Cherry Jones, leaving the Cort Theatre after a performance of The Heiress on March 1, 1995.
by Walter McBride - Apr 27, 2020
We're taking a trip down memory lane by continuing our Photo Flashback series, featuring vintage pics from the archives of BroadwayWorld photographer Walter McBride.Today, check out photos of stage and screen star Cherry Jones, leaving the Cort Theatre after a performance of The Heiress on March 1, 1995.
Avon Players Presents LEND ME A TENOR
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2020
Metro Detroit audiences will get a humorous view of world of opera as Avon Players presents the classic farce Lend Me a Tenor, running March 6-21.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2020
Metro Detroit audiences will get a humorous view of world of opera as Avon Players presents the classic farce Lend Me a Tenor, running March 6-21.
People's Light Presents THE CHILDREN By Lucy Kirkwood in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2019
People's Light presents Lucy Kirkwood's The Children, 2018 Tony Award nominee for Best Play. Two retired nuclear physicists live a quiet life in a cottage by the sea. Outside, the world is plagued by earthquakes, tsunamis, and a nearby nuclear meltdown. When a former colleague turns up after forty years with a shocking request, three old friends must reckon with their shared culpability in this darkly funny disaster drama. Directed by Executive Artistic Director Abigail Adams, The Children stars People's Light veterans Janis Dardaris, Marcia Saunders, and Graham Smith; and runs in the 160-seat Steinbright Stage January 15 a?" February 9. Tickets start at $35, including fees. To purchase, call 610.644.3500 or visit peopleslight.org. People's Light is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2019
People's Light presents Lucy Kirkwood's The Children, 2018 Tony Award nominee for Best Play. Two retired nuclear physicists live a quiet life in a cottage by the sea. Outside, the world is plagued by earthquakes, tsunamis, and a nearby nuclear meltdown. When a former colleague turns up after forty years with a shocking request, three old friends must reckon with their shared culpability in this darkly funny disaster drama. Directed by Executive Artistic Director Abigail Adams, The Children stars People's Light veterans Janis Dardaris, Marcia Saunders, and Graham Smith; and runs in the 160-seat Steinbright Stage January 15 a?" February 9. Tickets start at $35, including fees. To purchase, call 610.644.3500 or visit peopleslight.org. People's Light is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, PA 19355.
A Celebration Of E. Katherine Kerr Announced At Playwrights Horizons
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2019
Friends, colleagues, and students of the highly regarded and much loved actor, teacher, writer, and director E. Katherine Kerr will gather on Monday, September 30, 2019, at 6:00 P.M. at Playwrights Horizons Peter Jay Sharp Theater to celebrate her life.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2019
Friends, colleagues, and students of the highly regarded and much loved actor, teacher, writer, and director E. Katherine Kerr will gather on Monday, September 30, 2019, at 6:00 P.M. at Playwrights Horizons Peter Jay Sharp Theater to celebrate her life.
The Village Players of Birmingham Present MOON OVER BUFFALO
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2019
The Village Players of Birmingham opens its 97th season with Ken Ludwig's hilarious comedy Moon Over Buffalo the weekends of September 6th through September 22nd.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2019
The Village Players of Birmingham opens its 97th season with Ken Ludwig's hilarious comedy Moon Over Buffalo the weekends of September 6th through September 22nd.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Philip Bosco been in?
Philip Bosco has appeared on Broadway in 53 shows.
How many West End shows has Philip Bosco been in?
Philip Bosco has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Philip Bosco been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Twelve Angry Men, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Twelve Angry Men, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Moon Over Buffalo, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Heiress, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for You Never Can Tell, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Heartbreak House, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Major Barbara and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for The Rape of the Belt.
What awards has Philip Bosco won?
Philip Bosco won the Outstanding Actor - Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Lend Me a Tenor. He received a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play for The Royal Family. Additionally, he was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for The Happy Time. Bosco also garnered a nomination for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Lucky in the Rain.
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