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Shuler Hensley, Marietta native and multi-award winning Broadway, Off-Broadway, film and TV star, has been an integral part of the Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards— Shuler Hensley Awards since the program’s inception eleven years ago. Teacher, fellow performer and inspiration, he has given his time, energy and talent to support and further the arts in education.


Mr. Hensley’s list of roles and awards is long and illustrious. He is currently on Broadway playing Marcellus Washburn in The Music Man. He has played Tom Kettle in Jez Butterworth's new play The Ferryman, directed by Sam Mendes, Monster in Young Frankenstein (Broadway, US Tour and West End), Javert in Les Miserables and Jud Fry in Oklahoma!, a powerful and moving performance which earned him the “Triple Crown”: Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards.
His roles Off-Broadway include Fiorello!, The Whale, for which he was awarded “Stage Performance of the Year” by New York magazine, Silence! The Musical, Sweet and Sad and The Great American Trailer Park Musical. He starred in Ghost Brothers of Darkland County at Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre, All About Us, and The Phantom of the Opera.
His work extends to television and film, and he has performed in opera and with symphony orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, Detroit Symphony and the New World Symphony. Among his TV credits are Elementary,The Americans, Deadline, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and The Jury. His film appearances include The Legend of Zorro; Van Helsing; The Bread, My Sweet (aka A Wedding for Bella), Odd Thomas, Cruiser, and the upcoming Into the Wilderness.
A recent film project had him playing President James Garfield in PBS's "Murder of a President", on Georgia Public Broadcasting, as well as recurring characters on Netflix series "OA", NBC’s “Shades of Blue” and Cartoon Network’s “Neon Joe Werewolf Hunter”. Shuler recently performed On The Town with the San Francisco Symphony and Michael Tilson Thomas. He also recently performed as Leon Czolgosz in Assassins at New York City's Center and as the villanous protester in The Greatest Showman, as well as the lead in The Whale at London's Theatre Royal Bath's Ustinov Studio.
He is currently the Associate Artistic Director at City Springs Theatre Company, and on the founding advisory board for the new Musical Theatre Program at The Manhattan School of Music.

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STAGE CREDITS

The Seat of Our Pants The Seat of Our Pants
[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater World Premiere, 2025
Mr. Antrobus
The Muse Sessions
[Boston]
2022
Performer
The Music Man The Music Man
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Marcellus Washburn
Ever After Ever After
[Regional (US)]
Alliance Theatre Company Production, 2019
Leonardo da Vinci
The Ferryman The Ferryman
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Tom Kettle [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Twelfth Night Twelfth Night
[Off-Broadway]
The Public Theater Shakespeare in the Park Production, 2018
Sir Toby Belch
Assassins Assassins
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2017
Leon Czolgosz
Sweet Charity Sweet Charity
[Off-Broadway]
The New Group Off-Broadway Revival, 2016
Oscar
Prince of Broadway Prince of Broadway
[International Tour]
World Premiere Production, 2015
Performer
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
[US Tour]
Chicago and New York Production, 2014
The Grinch
The Most Happy Fella The Most Happy Fella
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2014
Performer
No Man's Land No Man's Land
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2013
Briggs
Waiting for Godot Waiting for Godot
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2013
Pozzo
Silence! The Musical Silence! The Musical
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2011
Dr. Hannibal Lecter [Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Whale The Whale
[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons Production, 2012
Performer
Paradise Found Paradise Found
[West End]
Menier Chocolate Factory Production, 2010
The Baron
Young Frankenstein Young Frankenstein
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
The Monster
Tarzan Tarzan
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Kerchak
The Great American Trailer Park Musical
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Norbert
Regina
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Concert, 2005
Horace Giddens
Oklahoma!
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Jud Fry
Oklahoma!
[West End]
Royal National Theatre Production, 1998
Les Miserables Les Miserables
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Javert [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Young Frankenstein
[New York]
Workshop, 2006
Monster

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Shuler Hensley, Sweet Charity

The Lortels - 2017 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical

Shuler Hensley, Sweet Charity

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Shuler Hensley, The Whale

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Shuler Hensley, The Whale


winner
Obie Awards - 2013 - Performance

Shuler Hensley, The Whale

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Shuler Hensley, The Whale


winner
The Lortels - 2013 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Shuler Hensley, The Whale


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2012 - Outstanding Ensemble Performance

Shuler HensleySweet and Sad


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Ensemble Performance

Shuler HensleySweet and Sad


winner
Obie Awards - 2012 - Performance

Shuler HensleySweet and Sad

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

Shuler Hensley, Young Frankenstein

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Shuler Hensley, Young Frankenstein


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Shuler Hensley, Oklahoma!


winner
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Shuler Hensley, Oklahoma!


winner
Olivier Awards - 1999 - Best Supporting Performance in a Musical

Shuler Hensley, Oklahoma!

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Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Photo
Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 14, 2025

The Public Theater just celebrated opening night for the world premiere of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen. Check out photos from the big night here.
Review Roundup: THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Opens At The Public Theater Photo
Review Roundup: THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Opens At The Public Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

The world premiere of the new musicalTHE SEAT OF OUR PANTS opens tonight at The Public Theater, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen. Read the reviews!
Photos: Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond and More Star In THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Off- Photo
Photos: Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond and More Star In THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Off-Broadway; Extension Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025

The Public Theater has released first-look production photos for the world premiere of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, featuring a cast led by Ruthie Ann Miles, Micaela Diamond, Amina Faye, Damon Daunno, Shuler Hensley, and Andy Grotelueschen.
A Complete Guide to the Plays of Samuel D. Hunter Photo
A Complete Guide to the Plays of Samuel D. Hunter
by Sidney Paterra - Nov 2, 2025

Samuel D. Hunter’s plays have quietly shaped contemporary American drama. Known for their compassionate look at working-class lives in his native Idaho, Hunter’s works explore faith, loneliness, community, and redemption with remarkable empathy. Hunter (finally) just made his Broadway debut in 2025 with Little Bear Ridge Road, now running at the Booth Theatre.
Where Are All Of the New Musicals This Season? Photo
Where Are All Of the New Musicals This Season?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 2, 2025

Only two new musicals are opening on Broadway in the first half of the 2025-2026 season: The Queen of Versailles and Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York). There has been much discourse on the topic of whether rising capitalization costs and the rareness of full recoupment is impacting the number of new musicals being produced on Broadway. 
Photos: Micaela Diamond, Ruthie Ann Miles and More in Rehearsals for THE SEAT OF OUR Photo
Photos: Micaela Diamond, Ruthie Ann Miles and More in Rehearsals for THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

The Public Theater will begin previews for the world premiere of THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, the irreverently funny musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder’s The Skin of Our Teeth. See rehearsal photos here!
Photos: Micaela Diamond, Ruthie Ann Miles and More in THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Rehearsal Photo
Photos: Micaela Diamond, Ruthie Ann Miles and More in THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2025

You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for THE SEAT OF OUR PANTS, the world premiere musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder’s The Skin of Our Teeth.
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide Photo
All the Off-Broadway Shows to See in Fall 2025 - A Complete Guide
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

BroadwayWorld is here with your fall 2025 guide to all the shows lighting up New York’s stages. From world premieres to long-awaited revivals, this season’s Off-Broadway lineup delivers something for every kind of theater fan!
Interview: Kathy Voytko of BEAUTY & THE BEAST National Tour Photo
Interview: Kathy Voytko of BEAUTY & THE BEAST National Tour
by Jeffrey Kare - Aug 27, 2025

From September 2nd-14th, the national tour of Disney’s BEAUTY & THE BEAST will be gracing the stage of the Durham Performing Arts Center. Taking on the role of MRS. POTTS is actress Kathy Voytko. Read our interview with Kathy!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 9, 2025- A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to NYC and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 9, 2025- A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to NYC and More
by - Jul 9, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 9, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Micaela Diamond, Shuler Hensley and More Join The Public Theater 2025-26 Season Photo
Micaela Diamond, Shuler Hensley and More Join The Public Theater 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2025

The Public Theater has revealed additional cast members for the upcoming productions of its 2025-26 season. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the season!
Review: MILLIONS at Alliance Theatre Photo
Review: MILLIONS at Alliance Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Jun 1, 2025

What would you do if a fortune in cash fell from the sky? This theoretical question can be a popular conversation starter at dinner parties or on long road trips. The answer usually varies from large purchases, to paying off bills, to helping the needy. But have you ever thought what you would really do if this unlikely thing were to occur to you? Consider it a miracle and keep the cash? Wonder what practical reason there may be for money to rain down on you? Or maybe a bit of both? This is the ethical dilemma at the core of the world premiere new musical MILLIONS, playing at Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA through June 15th where two young brothers are faced with this exact complex morality test as they struggle with the difficult decision of what to do with a miraculous windfall.
Review Roundup: MILLIONS World Premiere Musical at Alliance Theatre Photo
Review Roundup: MILLIONS World Premiere Musical at Alliance Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 30, 2025

What did the critics think of MILLIONS, a world premiere musical is now on stage at the Alliance Theatre? MILLIONS is inspired by Frank Cottrell Boyce’s novel and film, and features a book by Bob Martin, original score by Adam Guettel, and direction by Bartlett Sher.
Photos: First Look at MILLIONS World Premiere Musical at Alliance Theatre Photo
Photos: First Look at MILLIONS World Premiere Musical at Alliance Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2025

BroadwayWorld has a first look at video of the cast of MILLIONS, a world premiere musical at the Alliance Theatre. MILLIONS is inspired by Frank Cottrell Boyce’s novel and film, and features a book by Bob Martin, original score by Adam Guettel, and direction by Bartlett Sher.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 23, 2025 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 23, 2025
by - May 23, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 23, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: First Look at MILLIONS World Premiere Musical at Alliance Theatre Photo
Video: First Look at MILLIONS World Premiere Musical at Alliance Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 22, 2025

Get a first look at MILLIONS, the world premiere musical opening at Alliance Theatre. The production features a Tony-winning creative team and a cast led by Keenan Barrett, Shuler Hensley, Ruthie Ann Miles, and Steven Pasquale. MILLIONS runs through June 15, 2025.
Raúl Esparza and More Join Theatre Aspen's MY FAIR LADY In Concert Photo
Raúl Esparza and More Join Theatre Aspen's MY FAIR LADY In Concert
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2025

Joining the previously announced Julie Benko, four-time Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza, Tony Award winner Shuler Hensley and Anne L. Nathan will join the company of Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady in Concert.
Video: Hear 'Childish Things' from Alliance Theatre's MILLIONS Musical Photo
Video: Hear 'Childish Things' from Alliance Theatre's MILLIONS Musical
by Michael Major - May 6, 2025

As part of the the Alliance Theatre's MILLIONS preview event, Behind the Musical, cast member Yair Keydar performed the heartfelt song 'Childish Things.' Watch the video of Keydar, most recently seen in Off Broadway's Drag: The Musical!
Video: First Listen to 'St. Who?' From MILLIONS Musical Ahead of Alliance Theatre Pre Photo
Video: First Listen to 'St. Who?' From MILLIONS Musical Ahead of Alliance Theatre Premiere
by Michael Major - May 2, 2025

As part of the Alliance's MILLIONS preview event, Behind the Musical, cast members Keenan Barrett and Brad Raymond performed the funny and heartfelt song 'St. Who?' Watch the video from the new musical now!
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Closes CSTC's 7th Season Photo
BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Closes CSTC's 7th Season
by Caroline Powell - Apr 17, 2025

CSTC is closing it's seventh season with the iconic Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, bringing together Broadway and local talent for an unforgettable show.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Shuler Hensley been in?

Shuler Hensley has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Shuler Hensley been in?

Shuler Hensley has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Shuler Hensley's first West End show?

Shuler Hensley's first West End show was Oklahoma! which opened in 1998

What awards has Shuler Hensley been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Sweet Charity, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical (The Lortels) for Sweet Charity, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Whale, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for The Whale, Performance (Obie Awards) for The Whale, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Whale, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for The Whale, Outstanding Ensemble Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Sweet and Sad, Ensemble Performance (Obie Awards) for Sweet and Sad, Performance (Obie Awards) for Sweet and Sad, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Young Frankenstein, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Young Frankenstein, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Oklahoma!, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Oklahoma! and Best Supporting Performance in a Musical (Olivier Awards) for Oklahoma!.

What awards has Shuler Hensley won?

Shuler Hensley has received several prestigious awards throughout his career. He won the Performance Obie Award for The Whale and was recognized as Outstanding Lead Actor by The Lortels for the same role. He earned Outstanding Ensemble Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for Sweet and Sad, along with both Ensemble Performance and Performance Obie Awards for Sweet and Sad. For Oklahoma!, Hensley received the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards, and Best Supporting Performance in a Musical at the Olivier Awards.

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