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Roger Bart

Birth Place: Norwalk, CT, USA

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BIO

Roger Bart’s presence extends to both the small and big screens, as well as to the stage.



He is perhaps best known in the theatre for originating the role of 'Carmen Ghia' in Mel Brooks' Broadway musical, The Producers, for which he received Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations. He recreated this memorable character for Universal's film adaptation of the musical.

Bart has worked extensively in television and was seen most recently in the series regular role of "Judge Wilson" in the Freeform series, Good Trouble. He has been seen on a number of television series including Netflix's A Series of Unfortunate Events, Epix's Graves, Netflix's Grace and Frankie, as well as Showtime's Episodes. Other popular television appearances include Revenge, Desperate Housewives and 30 Rock.

Bart starred in the independent films, Ghost Light, Speech & Debate, and Jay Roach's adaptation of Trumbo. Other film credits include Last Vegas (CBS Films), Law Abiding Citizen (Overture), Harold & Kumar 2 (New Line), The Producers (Universal), American Gangster (Universal) and The Stepford Wives (Paramount).

In addition to his Tony Award and Drama Desk Award nominations for his role in The Producers, Bart also won the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for his performance as "Snoopy" in the revival of You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown. He also starred in the musical, Young Frankenstein, originating the title character, "Dr. Frederick Frankenstein," Based on the smash hit 1974 film, Young Frankenstein which paired him again with his Producers' creator, Mel Brooks. His other notable stage appearances include Disaster! (Outer Critics Circle Award Nomination), The Frogs, Triumph Of Love, King David, and Big River. He was last seen on stage as "Hades," in the New York Shakespeare Festival/Public Theatre production of Hercules, revisiting the piece that he first brought life to as the singing voice of "Young Hercules" in Disney's animated feature film singing the Oscar nominated song Go The Distance.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Doc Brown


[West End]
West End Premiere, 2021
Dr. Emmett Brown


[Off-Broadway]
Public Works Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2019
Hades


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Tony [Replacement]


[Replacement]


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Dr. Frederick Frankenstein


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Xanthias


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Leo Bloom [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Carmen Ghia

Leo Bloom [Replacement]

Carmen Ghia [Replacement]


Leo Bloom [Replacement]

[Replacement]

Carmen Ghia

Leo Bloom [Replacement]

Carmen Ghia

[Replacement]

Leo Bloom [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Replacement]

(Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe) [Replacement]

(St. Louis, MO (Regional)) [Replacement]

(Standby) [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2000
Warren Smith


[Off-Broadway]
1999
Performer [Replacement]

[Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1999
Snoopy


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1997
Harlequin


[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1997
Jonathan


[Off-Broadway]
1991
Thomas/Francis


[Off-Broadway]
1991


[Off-Broadway]
1989
Christopher Low


[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1986
Tom Sawyer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1985
[Replacement]

[Replacement]

[New York]
Workshop, 2006
Igor


Movies

Hercules
[ 1997 ] Young Hercules'singing
The Insider
[ 1999 ] Seelbach Hotel Manager
The Stepford Wives
[ 2004 ] Roger Bannister
The Producers
[ 2005 ] Carmen Ghia
I Want Someone to Eat Cheese With
[ 2006 ] Burl Cannalo
Hostel: Part II
[ 2007 ] Stuart
American Gangster
[ 2007 ] US Attorney
Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay
[ 2008 ] Dr. Beecher
The Midnight Meat Train
[ 2008 ] Jurgis
Spy School
[ 2008 ] Principal Hampton
Law Abiding Citizen
[ 2009 ] Brian Bringham
Excision
[ 2012 ] Bob
Freaky Deaky
[ 2012 ] Jerry Baker
A Green Story
[ 2012 ] Johnson
Smiley
[ 2012 ] Professor Clayton
April Apocalypse
[ 2013 ] Jack
Last Vegas
[ 2013 ] Maurice
Trumbo
[ 2015 ] Buddy Ross
Internet Famous
[ 2016 ] Chris!
Speech & Debate
[ 2017 ] Principal Bellingham
Ghost Light
[ 2018 ] Henry Asquith
Bayou Tales
[ 2019 ] Adam
tick, tick... BOOM!
[ 2021 ] Featured Diner #2

TV Shows

A Series of Unfortunate Events
Vice Principal Nero
Desperate Housewives
George Williams
Episodes
Roger Riskin, Matt's Agent
Good Trouble
Curtis Wilson
Graves
Lawrence
How I Met Your Mother
Curtis
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Adam Cain, Benjy Dowe
No Tomorrow
Cory Casey
Revenge
Mason Treadwell

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical

Roger Bart, Back to the Future

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Roger Bart, Back to the Future: The Musical

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Roger Bart, Disaster

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Roger Bart, Young Frankenstein


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical

Roger Bart, The Producers

Tony Awards - 2001 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Roger Bart, The Producers

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Roger Bart, You're a Good Man


winner
Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Roger Bart, You're a Good Man Charlie Brown

Videos

News


Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL Is A Fabulously Fun Adaptation of the 1985 Film
by Jade Kops - Oct 5, 2025

Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale’s time travelling movie is given a musical theatre makeover with BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL.
Zero to Hero: The Musical Evolution of Disney's HERCULES From Screen to Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 3, 2025

With Disney's Hercules now playing on the West End, take a look at the rich evolution of this musical, which has seen several iterations throughout the years both on stage and screen.
Video: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Prepares to Set Sail with Royal Caribbean
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2025

Royal Caribbean has just released a brand-new behind-the-scenes video, Behind the Scenes of “Back to the Future: The Musical” on Star of the Seas: From Casting to Rehearsals, giving fans an exclusive first look at the making of this iconic Broadway hit’s debut at sea.
Photos: The Public Theater Celebrates the Newly Renovated Delacorte Theater at 2025 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 12, 2025

The Public Theater just presented its annual gala on the lawn outside the newly renovated Delacorte Theater, where guests got an exclusive preview as The Public lit up the reimagined theater for the first time.
Axel Duffy Will Lead BACK TO THE FUTURE in Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2025

Rising star Axel Duffy will don the iconic puffer vest and ride the skateboard for the Australian Premiere season of BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical, taking on the beloved role of Marty McFly.
Broadway Streaming Guide June 2025: Where to Watch FROZEN West End Proshot & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 2, 2025

June is here, and with it are new streaming titles and returning theater favorites, including the official Frozen proshot, a new season of The Gilded Age, new Braodway cast recordings and more. Check out the lineup!
What is the History of New Musicals at the Public Theater?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 20, 2025

The new musical Goddess can currently be seen in its New York premiere production at the Public Theater on Lafayette Street. Directed by the Public’s associate artistic director and resident director Saheem Ali, who is currently Tony Award-nominated for directing Buena Vista Social Club, Goddess is playing at the Public’s largest space by capacity, the Newman Theatre.
Photos: Lincoln Center Theater Celebrates Ruby Jubilee Gala
by Jennifer Broski - May 20, 2025

Jason Danieley directed Lincoln Center Theater’s Ruby Jubilee Gala, one night only event featuring songs from LCT productions spanning four decades, performed by beloved Broadway stars. We have photos from inside the big night here.
Ariana DeBose, Andre De Shields, Tyne Daly & More Join George Street Playhouse's 2025 Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2025

George Street Playhouse will present the 2025 Gala Benefit, celebrating the 90th birthday of former Governor of New Jersey, Thomas H. Kean, featuring Ariana DeBose and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lincoln Center Theater Launches Online Ticket Lottery for Ruby Jubilee Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025

Lincoln Center Theater is launching an online ticket lottery for its upcoming Ruby Jubilee Gala on Monday, May 19 at 6:30pm. Learn how to purchase tickets here!
Roger Bart and More Will Lead BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical Australian Cast
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2025

Tony Award winner Roger Bart will don the boiler suit and voice-activate the time travelling DeLorean for the Australian Premiere season of BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical.
Roger Bart Will Join Australian Cast of BACK TO THE FUTURE
by Emmy Rice - Apr 6, 2025

Roger Bart, who originated the role of Doc Brown in the Broadway adaptation of Back to the Future, will now be coming back to the role. He joins the Australian cast of the musical, which will be coming to the Sydney Lyric this coming September. 
Roger Bart, Ali Stroker, & More Join Netflix's OFFICE ROMANCE Comedy
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 2, 2025

Broadway alums Roger Bart, Ali Stroker, and a slew of other new names have joined Office Romance, Netflix's forthcoming romantic comedy film led by Jennifer Lopez.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 27, 2025
by - Mar 27, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 27, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Joshua Henry to Headline Tennessee Shakespeare Company's Children’s Literacy Gala
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2025

Broadway superstar Joshua Henry will be the featured musical performer of Tennessee Shakespeare Company's annual Children’s Literacy Gala on Saturday, May 3 at 6:00 pm on TSC’s Tabor Stage.
Lincoln Center Theater Will Host Ruby Jubilee Gala With Stephanie J. Block, Roger Bart, and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2025

On Monday, May 19, Jason Danieley will direct Lincoln Center Theater’s Ruby Jubilee Gala, one night only event featuring songs from LCT productions spanning four decades. Learn more here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 15, 2025
by - Mar 17, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 17, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Katharine McPhee, Roger Bart, and More Will Lead Workshop of New Musical LUCKY US
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

The Orchard Project will present two developmental workshop presentations of the new musical Lucky Us in New York City at Ripley Grier Studios this month.
Photos: THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT Opens Off-Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 11, 2025

The new musical, The Jonathan Larson Project, is open now at at the Orpheum Theatre Off-Broadway. Check out photos from opening night here and learn more about the show!
Jane Krakowski, Roger Bart, & More Join Amazon MGM Comedy THE MAN WITH THE BAG
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 31, 2025

Tony-winners Jane Krakowski and Roger Bart, along with fellow Broadway alum Jesmille Darbouze, have joined The Man with the Bag, a new starry comedy film from Amazon MGM.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Roger Bart been in?

Roger Bart has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has Roger Bart been in?

Roger Bart has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Roger Bart's first West End show?

Roger Bart's first West End show was Back to the Future The Musical which opened in 2021

What awards has Roger Bart been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Back to the Future, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Back to the Future: The Musical, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Disaster, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Young Frankenstein, Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Producers, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Producers, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for You're a Good Man and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.

What awards has Roger Bart won?

Roger Bart has won the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for his performance in The Producers. He also received the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for his role in You're a Good Man Charlie Brown.

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