Richard Gross
Latest News on Richard Gross:
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Returns For Its 9th Year (Oct 3, 2025)
Annual Holiday Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS to Return to Actors Temple Theatre (Oct 16, 2024)
Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Returns to NYC This Holiday Season (Oct 15, 2024)
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Returns For Its 9th Year (Oct 3, 2025)
Annual Holiday Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS to Return to Actors Temple Theatre (Oct 16, 2024)
Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Returns to NYC This Holiday Season (Oct 15, 2024)
BIO
Richard Gross is originally from Buffalo, NY. He has been active as a musician/performer in New York City for the last 25 years, playing a variety of instruments and, more recently, acting.
As an actor, he has appeared in Van Reipen Collective's BUBBLES and in their production of Gertrude Stein's Tender Buttons. With Medicine Show Theatre, he debuted in their production of "The Beggar's Opera," appropriately playing the role of the Beggar, and has since begged for and received roles in many of their shows.
He has studied recorder with Ken Wollitz and banjo with Tony Trischka. Richard is a member of the band Fist of Kindness, in which he plays banjo and sings.
Productions
Movies
Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo
[ 1984 ] Juggler
[ 1984 ] Juggler
Blades
[ 1989 ] Husband
[ 1989 ] Husband
Crosscut
[ 1995 ] Wally
[ 1995 ] Wally
Phenomenon
[ 1996 ] Customer at Malley's
[ 1996 ] Customer at Malley's
Hard Eight
[ 1996 ] Floorman
[ 1996 ] Floorman
Mad City
[ 1997 ] FBI Agent
[ 1997 ] FBI Agent
George B.
[ 1997 ] Loan Officer
[ 1997 ] Loan Officer
Dumbarton Bridge
[ 1999 ] Salt Company Foreman
[ 1999 ] Salt Company Foreman
The Deep End
[ 2001 ] Deputy Sheriff
[ 2001 ] Deputy Sheriff
The Last Place on Earth
[ 2002 ] Dick Mossbacher
[ 2002 ] Dick Mossbacher
Inferno
[ 2002 ] Sergeant Tony Barnes
[ 2002 ] Sergeant Tony Barnes
A Man Apart
[ 2003 ] Old Agent
[ 2003 ] Old Agent
The Californians
[ 2005 ] Contractor
[ 2005 ] Contractor
The Tripper
[ 2006 ] Cop
[ 2006 ] Cop
Chores
[ 2006 ] Sheriff Edwards
[ 2006 ] Sheriff Edwards
Dead Tone
[ 2007 ] Sheriff
[ 2007 ] Sheriff
Bottle Shock
[ 2008 ] Lt. Randall
[ 2008 ] Lt. Randall
Milk
[ 2008 ] Riot Cop
[ 2008 ] Riot Cop
My Greatest Teacher
[ 2012 ] Big Bob
[ 2012 ] Big Bob
Tales of Everyday Magic
[ 2012 ] Bob Kilgore
[ 2012 ] Bob Kilgore
Chasing Mavericks
[ 2012 ] Brenda's Father
[ 2012 ] Brenda's Father
Alcatraz Prison Escape: Deathbed Confession
[ 2015 ] Ranger Phil
[ 2015 ] Ranger Phil
Swiss Army Man
[ 2016 ] Hank's Dad
[ 2016 ] Hank's Dad
Saltwater
[ 2017 ] Hank
[ 2017 ] Hank
Guitar Man
[ 2018 ] Warden Garrin Bronte
[ 2018 ] Warden Garrin Bronte
TV Shows
Baywatch
Jogger, Pollard
Jogger, Pollard
Malcolm in the Middle
Dave
Dave
Nash Bridges
Frank Harding, Karl, Frank Gabriele
Frank Harding, Karl, Frank Gabriele
The West Wing
Sous Chef Beano, Bailiff
Sous Chef Beano, Bailiff
Trauma
Captain, SWAT Captain
Captain, SWAT Captain
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Revival of a Play
Richard Gross, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Play
Richard Gross, Enchanted April
News
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Returns For Its 9th Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Get ready to groove into the holidays like never before! The hit Off-Broadway sensation A Soulful Christmas: A Groovy Musical Revue is back for its 9th year, stepping onto the stage at the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2025
Get ready to groove into the holidays like never before! The hit Off-Broadway sensation A Soulful Christmas: A Groovy Musical Revue is back for its 9th year, stepping onto the stage at the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.
Annual Holiday Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS to Return to Actors Temple Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2024
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS will return to Actors Temple Theatre this holiday season, offering audiences a festive celebration with soulful music and captivating performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2024
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS will return to Actors Temple Theatre this holiday season, offering audiences a festive celebration with soulful music and captivating performances. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Returns to NYC This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2024
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS returns for its 8th year, celebrating the holiday season with a vibrant off-Broadway performance. Discover the magic and spirit of this festive musical event.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2024
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS returns for its 8th year, celebrating the holiday season with a vibrant off-Broadway performance. Discover the magic and spirit of this festive musical event.
THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024
The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024
The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!
Full Cast Set For The 7th Annual A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Revue Show
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023
It's time to boogie! From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening with Phyllis Hyman comes A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the annual holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2023
It's time to boogie! From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening with Phyllis Hyman comes A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the annual holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
The Annual Holiday Musical Revue A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Premieres This December For The Seventh Year In NYC!
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2023
A Soulful Christmas: A Groovy Musical Revue returns for its 7th year in NYC! Get ready to boogie with this annual holiday disco musical show featuring Gospel, R&B, and Soul music. Don't miss this incredible performance at The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2023
A Soulful Christmas: A Groovy Musical Revue returns for its 7th year in NYC! Get ready to boogie with this annual holiday disco musical show featuring Gospel, R&B, and Soul music. Don't miss this incredible performance at The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater.
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A Groovy Musical Revue Returns For Its 6th Year!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2022
From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, Anthony Wayne & Kendrell Bowman bring you A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the annual holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2022
From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, Anthony Wayne & Kendrell Bowman bring you A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the annual holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Announces Off-Broadway Cast and Dates
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2021
From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman comes A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2021
From the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman comes A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS: A GROOVY MUSICAL REVUE, the holiday disco musical show for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music.
A BLACK AND WHITE COOKIE to Begin Previews in March at Theater for the New City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2020
Ego Actus Theatre Company today announced that it will present A BLACK AND WHITE COOKIE, a new play about racial harmony, written by Gary Morgenstein and directed by Joan Kane, March 26th through April 12th at Theater for the New City, 133 First Avenue.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 11, 2020
Ego Actus Theatre Company today announced that it will present A BLACK AND WHITE COOKIE, a new play about racial harmony, written by Gary Morgenstein and directed by Joan Kane, March 26th through April 12th at Theater for the New City, 133 First Avenue.
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Will Return to Ring in the Holidays
by Julie Musbach - Sep 25, 2019
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, the holiday musical revue for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music, from the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, returns to New York City for the third year this December.
by Julie Musbach - Sep 25, 2019
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, the holiday musical revue for lovers of Gospel, R&B and Soul music, from the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, returns to New York City for the third year this December.
Photo Flash: Naomi Campbell, Marc Jacobs, Lilli Cooper and More Feature in A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS
by Julie Musbach - Dec 17, 2018
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, the holiday musical revue from the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, returned to New York City this weekend (performed Saturday, December 15th at 8:00 pm and Sunday December 16th at 2:00 pm) at The Actor's Temple Theatre (339 West 47th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).
by Julie Musbach - Dec 17, 2018
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, the holiday musical revue from the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman, returned to New York City this weekend (performed Saturday, December 15th at 8:00 pm and Sunday December 16th at 2:00 pm) at The Actor's Temple Theatre (339 West 47th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Returns To New York City This December
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2018
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, the holiday musical revue from the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman will return to New York City this December for one weekend only, performing Saturday, December 15th at 8:00 pm and Sunday December 16th at 2:00 pm at The Actor's Temple Theatre (339 West 47th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2018
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, the holiday musical revue from the creative team behind the hit musicals Mighty Real: A Fabulous Sylvester Musical and An Evening With Phyllis Hyman will return to New York City this December for one weekend only, performing Saturday, December 15th at 8:00 pm and Sunday December 16th at 2:00 pm at The Actor's Temple Theatre (339 West 47th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).
A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Adds Performance To Run This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2017
AnthonyKen LLC (Anthony Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, Producers) announces that an additional performance has been added to the premiere of A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, a new musical revue which will be performed for this weekend only Off-Broadway at The Actor's Temple Theatre (339 West 47th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues). A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS will now be performed on Saturday, December 16th at 8:00 PM, Sunday, December 17th at 2:00 PM (show added due to popular demand) and Sunday, December 17th at 7:00 PM.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2017
AnthonyKen LLC (Anthony Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, Producers) announces that an additional performance has been added to the premiere of A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, a new musical revue which will be performed for this weekend only Off-Broadway at The Actor's Temple Theatre (339 West 47th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues). A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS will now be performed on Saturday, December 16th at 8:00 PM, Sunday, December 17th at 2:00 PM (show added due to popular demand) and Sunday, December 17th at 7:00 PM.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Oct 26, 2017
AnthonyKen LLC presents the premiere of A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, a new musical revue, which will be performed for one weekend only this coming holiday season. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 26, 2017
AnthonyKen LLC presents the premiere of A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, a new musical revue, which will be performed for one weekend only this coming holiday season. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!
Anthony Wayne & Kendrell Bowman to Lead A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS Off-Broadway; Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2017
AnthonyKen LLC (Anthony Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, Producers) have announced the premiere of A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, a new musical revue which will be performed for one weekend only this coming holiday season.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2017
AnthonyKen LLC (Anthony Wayne and Kendrell Bowman, Producers) have announced the premiere of A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS, a new musical revue which will be performed for one weekend only this coming holiday season.
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble to Present A MUMMERS' PLAY
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2015
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, is giving a gift to the city. It will stage a winter theatre comedy tradition A Mummers' Play, aimed at bringing back Spring. In previous seasons, when Medicine Show has produced the piece, it has always worked, Spring has always returned to New York!
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2015
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, is giving a gift to the city. It will stage a winter theatre comedy tradition A Mummers' Play, aimed at bringing back Spring. In previous seasons, when Medicine Show has produced the piece, it has always worked, Spring has always returned to New York!
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble to Present A MUMMERS' PLAY
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 24, 2015
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, is giving a gift to the city. It will stage a winter theatre comedy tradition A Mummers' Play, aimed at bringing back Spring. In previous seasons, when Medicine Show has produced the piece, it has always worked, Spring has always returned to New York!
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 24, 2015
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, is giving a gift to the city. It will stage a winter theatre comedy tradition A Mummers' Play, aimed at bringing back Spring. In previous seasons, when Medicine Show has produced the piece, it has always worked, Spring has always returned to New York!
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble's UBU IN CHAINS Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2015
Preview performances are set for Today, June 10 and Thursday, June 11 at 8 p.m. Opening night is Friday, June 12 at 8 p.m. and the show closes on Sunday, June 28 at 6 p.m. Performances are scheduled for Todays, Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. Running time is one hour and 40 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. The theatre is located at 549 W. 52nd Street, 3rd Floor, near 11th Ave., subway C/E 50th St.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2015
Preview performances are set for Today, June 10 and Thursday, June 11 at 8 p.m. Opening night is Friday, June 12 at 8 p.m. and the show closes on Sunday, June 28 at 6 p.m. Performances are scheduled for Todays, Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. Running time is one hour and 40 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. The theatre is located at 549 W. 52nd Street, 3rd Floor, near 11th Ave., subway C/E 50th St.
Medicine Show Theatre Announces Premiere of UBU IN CHAINS
by Nora Dominick - May 28, 2015
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, will open Ubu in Chains by Alfred Jarry in June, using an original translation by Obie-winning Medicine Show artistic director Barbara Vann.
by Nora Dominick - May 28, 2015
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York's longest-running experimental theatres, will open Ubu in Chains by Alfred Jarry in June, using an original translation by Obie-winning Medicine Show artistic director Barbara Vann.
Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble to Present UBU IN CHAINS, Begin. 6/10
by Tyler Peterson - May 14, 2015
Preview performances are set for Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11 at 8 p.m. Opening night is Friday, June 12 at 8 p.m. and the show closes on Sunday, June 28 at 6 p.m. Performances are scheduled for Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. Running time is one hour and 40 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. The theatre is located at 549 W. 52nd Street, 3rd Floor, near 11th Ave., subway C/E 50th St.
by Tyler Peterson - May 14, 2015
Preview performances are set for Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11 at 8 p.m. Opening night is Friday, June 12 at 8 p.m. and the show closes on Sunday, June 28 at 6 p.m. Performances are scheduled for Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 6 p.m. Running time is one hour and 40 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. The theatre is located at 549 W. 52nd Street, 3rd Floor, near 11th Ave., subway C/E 50th St.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Richard Gross been nominated for?
Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and Best Play (Tony Awards) for Enchanted April.
What awards has Richard Gross won?
Richard Gross won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?.
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