Ron Rifkin
Ron Rifkin is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include All the President's Men?, The Substance of Fire, and The Twenty-Seventh Man. Awards include Tony Awards for Cabaret (1998).
Date of Birth: October 31, 1939 (86)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater and National Theatre One-Night Reading, 2017
Senator Bernard Sanders
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Movies
Flareup
[ 1969 ] Sailor
[ 1969 ] Sailor
The Devil's 8
[ 1969 ] Stewart Martin
[ 1969 ] Stewart Martin
Silent Running
[ 1972 ] Marty Barker
[ 1972 ] Marty Barker
The Sunshine Boys
[ 1975 ] T.V. Floor Manager
[ 1975 ] T.V. Floor Manager
Rabbit Test
[ 1978 ] Dr. Briscoe
[ 1978 ] Dr. Briscoe
The Big Fix
[ 1978 ] Randy
[ 1978 ] Randy
The Sting II
[ 1983 ] Eddie
[ 1983 ] Eddie
Kidco
[ 1984 ] George Tuskle
[ 1984 ] George Tuskle
Husbands and Wives
[ 1992 ] Rain's Analyst
[ 1992 ] Rain's Analyst
Manhattan Murder Mystery
[ 1993 ] Sy
[ 1993 ] Sy
Wolf
[ 1994 ] Doctor
[ 1994 ] Doctor
Last Summer in the Hamptons
[ 1995 ] Eli Garfield
[ 1995 ] Eli Garfield
I'm Not Rappaport
[ 1996 ] Feigenbaum
[ 1996 ] Feigenbaum
The Substance of Fire
[ 1996 ] Isaac Geldhart
[ 1996 ] Isaac Geldhart
L.A. Confidential
[ 1997 ] D.A. Ellis Loew
[ 1997 ] D.A. Ellis Loew
The Negotiator
[ 1998 ] Grant Frost
[ 1998 ] Grant Frost
Boiler Room
[ 2000 ] Judge Marty Davis
[ 2000 ] Judge Marty Davis
Keeping the Faith
[ 2000 ] Larry Friedman
[ 2000 ] Larry Friedman
The Majestic
[ 2001 ] Kevin Bannerman
[ 2001 ] Kevin Bannerman
Sam the Man
[ 2001 ] Richard
[ 2001 ] Richard
Dragonfly
[ 2002 ] Charlie Dickinson
[ 2002 ] Charlie Dickinson
Just a Kiss
[ 2002 ] Dr. Fauci
[ 2002 ] Dr. Fauci
Tadpole
[ 2002 ] Professor Tisch
[ 2002 ] Professor Tisch
The Sum of All Fears
[ 2002 ] Secretary of State Owens
[ 2002 ] Secretary of State Owens
Pulse
[ 2006 ] Dr. Waterson
[ 2006 ] Dr. Waterson
Peep World
[ 2010 ] Henry Meyerwitz
[ 2010 ] Henry Meyerwitz
The Words
[ 2012 ] Timothy Epstein
[ 2012 ] Timothy Epstein
True Memoirs of an International Assassin
[ 2016 ] Amos
[ 2016 ] Amos
A Star Is Born
[ 2018 ] Carl
[ 2018 ] Carl
Minyan
[ 2020 ] Josef
[ 2020 ] Josef
Funny Pages
[ 2022 ] Grandfather
[ 2022 ] Grandfather
TV Shows
Alias
Arvin Sloane
Arvin Sloane
Brothers & Sisters
Saul Holden
Saul Holden
ER
Dr. Carl Vucelich
Dr. Carl Vucelich
Gotham
Father Creal, Father Creel
Father Creal, Father Creel
Law & Order
Alex Drakos, Phillip Nevins
Alex Drakos, Phillip Nevins
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Marvin Exley
Marvin Exley
Limitless
Dennis Finch
Dennis Finch
One Day at a Time
Nick Handris
Nick Handris
The Outer Limits
Dr. Martin Nodel
Dr. Martin Nodel
The Rockford Files
Warren Weeks, Tom Robertson
Warren Weeks, Tom Robertson
The Trials of Rosie O'Neill
Ben Meyer
Ben Meyer
Awards and Nominations
Helen Hayes Awards - 2015 - The Robert Prosky Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play, HAYES Production
Ron Rifkin, Camp David
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Featured Actor - Musical
Ron Rifkin, Cabaret
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Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Ron Rifkin, Cabaret
Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production
Ron Rifkin, 3 Hotels
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The Lortels - 1994 - Outstanding Lead Actor
Ron Rifkin, Three Hotels
Drama Desk Awards - 1993 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Ron Rifkin, Three Hotels
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The Lortels - 1992 - Outstanding Lead Actor
Ron Rifkin, The Substance of Fire
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Drama Desk Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Actor - Play
Ron Rifkin, The Substance of Fire
Videos
TV: From C-Span to Town Hall! Watch a Scene from ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN?
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-05-12 14:18:30
STAGE TUBE: Watch Elie Wiesel's NIGHT Reading, Featuring Broadway's Jessica Hecht, Tovah Feldshuh, Sheldon Harnick and More
by Stage Tube - 2017-02-08 13:36:59
TV Exclusive: Debra Monk Reveals Details on Her Birthday Benefit Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-02-18 12:00:01
TV Exclusive: Andrea Martin Talks Debra Monk's Birthday Benefit Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-02-17 12:00:01
STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Debra Monk and Andrea Martin in Rehearsal for BC/EFA Rock 'n' Roll Benefit and Birthday Bash
by Stage Tube - 2014-02-07 19:16:27
TV Exclusive: Jim Newman Talks Debra Monk's Birthday Benefit Concert!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-02-15 12:00:01
News
Review: THE SUBSTANCE OF FIRE at Ruskin Group
by Evan Henerson - Jul 29, 2024
Rob Morrow has found a dramatic vehicle that – more than 25 years after its premiere - is deepening and maturing as intriguingly as the actor himself. Baitz’s play is small with a loud heart. Director Mike Reilly, Morrow and co. do it up proud.
by Evan Henerson - Jul 29, 2024
Rob Morrow has found a dramatic vehicle that – more than 25 years after its premiere - is deepening and maturing as intriguingly as the actor himself. Baitz’s play is small with a loud heart. Director Mike Reilly, Morrow and co. do it up proud.
JoAnn M. Hunter to Direct Broadway-Aimed YASUKE: THE BLACK SAMURAI
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
JoAnn M. Hunter will direct the Broadway-aimed musical Yasuke: The Black Samurai. Learn more about the Hunter and about the show!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024
JoAnn M. Hunter will direct the Broadway-aimed musical Yasuke: The Black Samurai. Learn more about the Hunter and about the show!
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2024 Nominated Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - May 18, 2024
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
by Sidney Paterra - May 18, 2024
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
In a Deconstructed and Immersive Production CABARET KIT KAT CLUB Opens in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - Apr 11, 2024
In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920's draw to a close, a garish MC welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich.
by Claudio Erlichman - Apr 11, 2024
In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920's draw to a close, a garish MC welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee's bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady, and tumultuous life of Berlin's natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich.
HIGH SCORE Achieves Worldwide Distribution and Makes Global Premiere
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 6, 2024
HIGH SCORE, an award-winning anti-racism social horror film, achieves worldwide distribution and makes its global premiere on January 6, 2024. The film showcases the power of cinema in addressing social issues and will be available to global audiences via Film Shortage.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 6, 2024
HIGH SCORE, an award-winning anti-racism social horror film, achieves worldwide distribution and makes its global premiere on January 6, 2024. The film showcases the power of cinema in addressing social issues and will be available to global audiences via Film Shortage.
SUPERYOU World Premiere Developmental Presentation to Take Place at Skylight Music Theatre in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023
Skylight Music Theatre will produce the world premiere developmental production of the uplifting rock musical, SuperYou, by Lourds Lane, running May 26 – June 18, 2023.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023
Skylight Music Theatre will produce the world premiere developmental production of the uplifting rock musical, SuperYou, by Lourds Lane, running May 26 – June 18, 2023.
A CLOCKWORK ORANGE Producer Si Litvinoff Passes Away at 93
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Si Litvinoff, the visionary producer whose foresight in cinema art led to perennial classics such as Stanley Kubrick's “A Clockwork Orange,” Nicolas Roeg's “Walkabout”, 'The Man Who Fell to Earth,' starring David Bowie, and more passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. He was 93.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 7, 2023
Si Litvinoff, the visionary producer whose foresight in cinema art led to perennial classics such as Stanley Kubrick's “A Clockwork Orange,” Nicolas Roeg's “Walkabout”, 'The Man Who Fell to Earth,' starring David Bowie, and more passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. He was 93.
The Name Droppers Will Hold Fundraiser 'Ukraine We Stand' at The Bijou Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2022
Connecticut based Blues/Rock quartet, The Name Droppers, have a storied history. The Name Droppers were the backing band for legendary performer Charlie Karp who played with Buddy Miles.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 21, 2022
Connecticut based Blues/Rock quartet, The Name Droppers, have a storied history. The Name Droppers were the backing band for legendary performer Charlie Karp who played with Buddy Miles.
Kennedy Caughell, Lana Gordon & More to Star in Industry Reading of SUPERYOU
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2022
Amas Musical Theatre in association with Melissa M Jones/All Awesome LLC, will present an industry reading of SuperYou, a new musical with book, lyrics, music and arrangements from the visionary mind of creator, Lourds Lane at Theatre Row – Theater 2 (410 West 42nd Street) on Thursday, April 21 at 3pm.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2022
Amas Musical Theatre in association with Melissa M Jones/All Awesome LLC, will present an industry reading of SuperYou, a new musical with book, lyrics, music and arrangements from the visionary mind of creator, Lourds Lane at Theatre Row – Theater 2 (410 West 42nd Street) on Thursday, April 21 at 3pm.
Carole Sylvan and The Name Droppers Come to The Triad Theater Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2021
Carole Sylvan is no stranger to the mainstream music scene, having scored a Billboard top 10 hit with her song “Just Doin' What We Love” in 2009, along with having performed with numerous A-list artists such as C&C Music Factory, Peabo Bryson, Toni Braxton and Lionel Richie, just to name a few.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2021
Carole Sylvan is no stranger to the mainstream music scene, having scored a Billboard top 10 hit with her song “Just Doin' What We Love” in 2009, along with having performed with numerous A-list artists such as C&C Music Factory, Peabo Bryson, Toni Braxton and Lionel Richie, just to name a few.
Theater Stories: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, MRS. DOUBTFIRE & More About the Stephen Sondheim Theatre!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2021
Today's Theater Stories features the Stephen Sondheim Theatre! Learn about the theatre's longest-running show, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, the show currently inhabiting the theatre, Mrs. Doubtfire, and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2021
Today's Theater Stories features the Stephen Sondheim Theatre! Learn about the theatre's longest-running show, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, the show currently inhabiting the theatre, Mrs. Doubtfire, and more!
Theater Stories: Parties With Cher, Dolly Parton & Diana Ross, The Long-Running CABARET Revival, and More About Studio 54!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2020
This week's Theater Stories features Studio 54! Learn about the star-studded parties during the venue's nightclub days, with artists artists including Dolly Parton, Diana Ross, Liza Minnelli, and more; the long-running revival of Cabaret starring Alan Cumming and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2020
This week's Theater Stories features Studio 54! Learn about the star-studded parties during the venue's nightclub days, with artists artists including Dolly Parton, Diana Ross, Liza Minnelli, and more; the long-running revival of Cabaret starring Alan Cumming and more!
HIGH SCORE Makes West Coast Premiere
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 12, 2020
Serena Ryen & Ethan Itzkow of Schmeh Films, the award-winning team behind the film “CASHED” (now streaming on Amazon Prime Video) are thrilled to announce their new anti-racism social horror film, HIGH SCORE, makes its West Coast premiere at the Oscar®-Qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival on Monday, November 16, 2020.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 12, 2020
Serena Ryen & Ethan Itzkow of Schmeh Films, the award-winning team behind the film “CASHED” (now streaming on Amazon Prime Video) are thrilled to announce their new anti-racism social horror film, HIGH SCORE, makes its West Coast premiere at the Oscar®-Qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival on Monday, November 16, 2020.
Geoff Josselson and Katja Zarolinski Have Launched JZ Casting
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2020
Casting Directors Geoff Josselson, C.S.A., and Katja Zarolinski, C.S.A., announced today the launch of JZ Casting, a New York-based casting office, with over 25 years of combined experience in the entertainment industry. Their new offices are located at 226 West 37th Street, Suite 604.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2020
Casting Directors Geoff Josselson, C.S.A., and Katja Zarolinski, C.S.A., announced today the launch of JZ Casting, a New York-based casting office, with over 25 years of combined experience in the entertainment industry. Their new offices are located at 226 West 37th Street, Suite 604.
Photo Flash: Stars Align For Oscar Winner Joseph Feury's New Exhibit At The National Arts Club
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2019
Academy Award winning producer Joseph Feury may be best known for his work on groundbreaking films like “Down & Out in America”, “What Sex Am I?” “Nobody's Child,” and “Baghdad ER”, but in recent years he's turned his attention to the canvas. Michael Douglas, Elaine May, and Lee Grant are proud to present the first complete retrospective of his work, on display at The National Arts Club through October.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2019
Academy Award winning producer Joseph Feury may be best known for his work on groundbreaking films like “Down & Out in America”, “What Sex Am I?” “Nobody's Child,” and “Baghdad ER”, but in recent years he's turned his attention to the canvas. Michael Douglas, Elaine May, and Lee Grant are proud to present the first complete retrospective of his work, on display at The National Arts Club through October.
David Hyde Pierce To Attend CaringKind Gala
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2019
Tony Award winning actor David Hyde Pierce will join members of New York City's philanthropic, business, health care and Alzheimer's communities on Monday, June 3, 2019 at The Pierre, at the annual "Forget-Me-Not" Gala hosted by CaringKind, New York City's leading expert in Alzheimer's and dementia care for more than four decades. The event is expected to raise $1 million. The fundraiser will be chaired by Jeffrey N. Jones, CaringKind Board Member.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2019
Tony Award winning actor David Hyde Pierce will join members of New York City's philanthropic, business, health care and Alzheimer's communities on Monday, June 3, 2019 at The Pierre, at the annual "Forget-Me-Not" Gala hosted by CaringKind, New York City's leading expert in Alzheimer's and dementia care for more than four decades. The event is expected to raise $1 million. The fundraiser will be chaired by Jeffrey N. Jones, CaringKind Board Member.
Personal Collection Of Tony Winner Ron Rifkin To Be Auctioned At Showplace NYC
by Julie Musbach - Apr 16, 2019
On May 5th, Auctions at Showplace will present the first of two auctions featuring items from the collection of celebrated stage and screen actor, Ron Rifkin. A native New Yorker, Rifkin, has garnered acclaim for his work on and off Broadway including a 1998 Tony Award for his performance as Herr Schultz in the musical revival of Cabaret. His numerous movie credits include JFK, The Substance of Fire, and most recently the 2018 hit remake of A Star is Born. On TV, he is best known for his recurring role as Arvin Sloane opposite Jennifer Garner on the ABC series Alias, and as Saul Holden on the series Brothers and Sisters.
by Julie Musbach - Apr 16, 2019
On May 5th, Auctions at Showplace will present the first of two auctions featuring items from the collection of celebrated stage and screen actor, Ron Rifkin. A native New Yorker, Rifkin, has garnered acclaim for his work on and off Broadway including a 1998 Tony Award for his performance as Herr Schultz in the musical revival of Cabaret. His numerous movie credits include JFK, The Substance of Fire, and most recently the 2018 hit remake of A Star is Born. On TV, he is best known for his recurring role as Arvin Sloane opposite Jennifer Garner on the ABC series Alias, and as Saul Holden on the series Brothers and Sisters.
Tony-Winning Librettist Joseph Masteroff Passes Away at 98
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 28, 2018
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Joseph Masteroff, the Tony-winning librettist of the international musical classics, Cabaret and She Loves Me, died on September 28th 2018 at the Actors Fund Home in Engelwood, New Jersey. He was 98 years old.
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 28, 2018
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Joseph Masteroff, the Tony-winning librettist of the international musical classics, Cabaret and She Loves Me, died on September 28th 2018 at the Actors Fund Home in Engelwood, New Jersey. He was 98 years old.
Photo Coverage: An Upstandin' Lady Is She! CAROUSEL's Lindsay Mendez Celebrates New Sardi's Portrait
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 3, 2018
Lindsay Mendez is currently wowing audiences at the Imperial Theatre with her performance as Carrie Pipperidge in Carousel, and now she'll be turning heads on 44th Street as well. Just yesterday, the newly minted Tony winner received Broadway's second-highest honor- her own portrait at Sardi's. Check out photos from the unveiling ceremony below!
by Jennifer Broski - Aug 3, 2018
Lindsay Mendez is currently wowing audiences at the Imperial Theatre with her performance as Carrie Pipperidge in Carousel, and now she'll be turning heads on 44th Street as well. Just yesterday, the newly minted Tony winner received Broadway's second-highest honor- her own portrait at Sardi's. Check out photos from the unveiling ceremony below!
NBC Shares Primetime Schedule For 3/5-4/1
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 7, 2018
NBC Shares Primetime Schedule For 3/5-4/1
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 7, 2018
NBC Shares Primetime Schedule For 3/5-4/1
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ron Rifkin been in?
Ron Rifkin has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Ron Rifkin been in?
Ron Rifkin has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Ron Rifkin been nominated for?
The Robert Prosky Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play, HAYES Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Camp David, Best Featured Actor - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Cabaret , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Cabaret, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for 3 Hotels, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Three Hotels, Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Three Hotels, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for The Substance of Fire and Outstanding Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Substance of Fire.
What awards has Ron Rifkin won?
Ron Rifkin has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical for Cabaret. He has also received The Lortels Award for Outstanding Lead Actor twice—for Three Hotels and for The Substance of Fire. Additionally, Rifkin won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Play for The Substance of Fire.
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