Stark Sands
Latest News on Stark Sands:
Review: You’ll Fall in Love with 10 BRAVE SECONDS at Pioneer Theatre Company (Feb 3, 2026)
CHESS Is Getting a New Broadway Cast Recording (Jan 22, 2026)
Photos: J.J. Abrams, Jimmy Fallon, and More Attend ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION Gala (Dec 22, 2025)
Review: You’ll Fall in Love with 10 BRAVE SECONDS at Pioneer Theatre Company (Feb 3, 2026)
CHESS Is Getting a New Broadway Cast Recording (Jan 22, 2026)
Photos: J.J. Abrams, Jimmy Fallon, and More Attend ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION Gala (Dec 22, 2025)
BIO
Stark Sands is a two-time Tony Award nominee, for his performances in Kinky Boots and Journey’s End. Other Broadway credits include & Juliet, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Green Day’s American Idiot. Other theater credits include Swept Away (Berkeley Rep), Twelfth Night (Public Theater–Delacorte), and The Tempest (CSC). He starred in the acclaimed HBO miniseries Generation Kill, as well as Fox’s Minority Report. Some of Stark’s other notable film and television appearances include Stephen Spielberg’s The Post, the Coen Brothers’ Inside Llewyn Davis, Clint Eastwood’s Flags of Our Fathers, and the HBO series Six Feet Under and Nip/Tuck. He has won a Grammy Award, a Theatre World Award, and an AEA Bayfield Award.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
Die, Mommie, Die!
[ 2003 ] Lance Sussman
[ 2003 ] Lance Sussman
11:14
[ 2003 ] Tim
[ 2003 ] Tim
Catch That Kid
[ 2004 ] Brad
[ 2004 ] Brad
Shall We Dance
[ 2004 ] Evan Clark
[ 2004 ] Evan Clark
Chasing Liberty
[ 2004 ] Grant Hillman
[ 2004 ] Grant Hillman
Pretty Persuasion
[ 2005 ] Troy
[ 2005 ] Troy
Flags of Our Fathers
[ 2006 ] Gust
[ 2006 ] Gust
My Sassy Girl
[ 2008 ] Soldier
[ 2008 ] Soldier
Inside Llewyn Davis
[ 2013 ] Troy Nelson
[ 2013 ] Troy Nelson
The Post
[ 2017 ] Don Graham
[ 2017 ] Don Graham
Half Empty/Half Full
[ 2018 ] Evan
[ 2018 ] Evan
TV Shows
American Dad!
Williams, Tino, Conservative #1
Williams, Tino, Conservative #1
Hope & Faith
Henry
Henry
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award
Stark Sands, Kinky Boots
Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Stark Sands, Kinky Boots
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2007 - Performance
Stark Sands, Journey's End
Tony Awards - 2007 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play
Stark Sands, Journey's End
Videos
Video: & JULIET Celebrates Third Year With Special Ariana Grande Performance
by Michael Major - 2025-11-19 10:58:26
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2025-09-09 15:37:10
Video: John Gallagher, Jr. Gives a Backstage Tour of SWEPT AWAY on BROADWAY SANDWICH
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-08 10:42:53
Photos/Video: SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert
by Stephi Wild - 2025-04-29 09:56:48
Video: The Avett Brothers Perform During SWEPT AWAY Opening Night Curtain Call
by Stephi Wild - 2024-11-20 07:44:29
Video: Avett Brothers Visit the Longacre Theatre and Talk SWEPT AWAY
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-11-04 16:28:31
Video: SWEPT AWAY on Broadway with John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands & More
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-10-26 09:02:05
VIDEO: Paulo Szot and Melanie La Barrie Are Shaking Up Shakespeare in & JULIET
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-07-31 15:00:20
VIDEO: Betsy Wolfe and Stark Sands Get Ready to Bring & JULIET to Broadway
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-07-24 16:00:20
VIDEO: Watch John Gallagher, Jr., Stark Sands & More Sing from SWEPT AWAY at Berkeley Rep
by Stephi Wild - 2022-03-07 09:19:17
VIDEO: John Gallagher Jr. & Stark Sands Talk SWEPT AWAY on Backstage with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2022-02-19 16:00:20
WATCH: Stark Sands and Adrian Blake Enscoe Perform 'Murder in the City' From New Musical SWEPT AWAY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-08-16 15:26:44
News
Review: You’ll Fall in Love with 10 BRAVE SECONDS at Pioneer Theatre Company
by Tyler Hinton - Feb 3, 2026
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7…. It will take about 10 seconds for you to fall in love with Pioneer Theatre Company’s New York-ready world premiere of new musical 10 BRAVE SECONDS. See it now so you don’t regret missing a virtually perfect show that by all rights deserves to be a massive hit.
by Tyler Hinton - Feb 3, 2026
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7…. It will take about 10 seconds for you to fall in love with Pioneer Theatre Company’s New York-ready world premiere of new musical 10 BRAVE SECONDS. See it now so you don’t regret missing a virtually perfect show that by all rights deserves to be a massive hit.
CHESS Is Getting a New Broadway Cast Recording
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 22, 2026
xProducers Tom Hulce, Robert Ahrens and The Shubert Organization along with Creative Partners Productions have just announced that Chess will record a Broadway cast album on Monday, January 26, 2026. A release date will be announced shortly.
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 22, 2026
xProducers Tom Hulce, Robert Ahrens and The Shubert Organization along with Creative Partners Productions have just announced that Chess will record a Broadway cast album on Monday, January 26, 2026. A release date will be announced shortly.
Photos: J.J. Abrams, Jimmy Fallon, and More Attend ALL OUT: COMEDY ABOUT AMBITION Gala
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 22, 2025
Last week, All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich held its gala performance. VIP guests included P!nk, Jimmy Fallon, J.J. Abrams, and more. Check out photos here!
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 22, 2025
Last week, All Out: Comedy About Ambition by Simon Rich held its gala performance. VIP guests included P!nk, Jimmy Fallon, J.J. Abrams, and more. Check out photos here!
Photos: Jerry Mitchell Honored at 18th Annual Broadway Dreams Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
Broadway Dreams’ annual gala this year honored Jerry Mitchell. See photos from the event! The evening raised critical funds for Broadway Dreams’ global work in supporting performing arts education, career development, and mentorship.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025
Broadway Dreams’ annual gala this year honored Jerry Mitchell. See photos from the event! The evening raised critical funds for Broadway Dreams’ global work in supporting performing arts education, career development, and mentorship.
Video: & JULIET Celebrates Third Year With Special Ariana Grande Performance
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2025
Watch a video of Gianna Harris and the cast of & Juliet on Broadway, along with former stars Lorna Courtney and Maya Boyd, performing 'yes, and?' by Ariana Grande in honor of their third year on Broadway!
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2025
Watch a video of Gianna Harris and the cast of & Juliet on Broadway, along with former stars Lorna Courtney and Maya Boyd, performing 'yes, and?' by Ariana Grande in honor of their third year on Broadway!
The 2025 Broadway Dreams Gala to Honor Jerry Mitchell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Broadway Dreams’ annual gala will honor Jerry Mitchell and take place this December. Learn more about the event, including who is performing, and see how to attend here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2025
Broadway Dreams’ annual gala will honor Jerry Mitchell and take place this December. Learn more about the event, including who is performing, and see how to attend here.
Video: Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff Host New 42 Studios Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025
Performing arts and arts education nonprofit New 42 celebrated the 25th anniversary of New 42 Studios with a luncheon hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff. See footage from the event here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025
Performing arts and arts education nonprofit New 42 celebrated the 25th anniversary of New 42 Studios with a luncheon hosted by Sarah Jessica Parker and Jonathan Groff. See footage from the event here!
Photos: New 42 Studios Celebrates 25th Birthday
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 8, 2025
Earlier today, New 42 Studios hosted a luncheon to celebrate 25 years of making Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special day and you can check out photos from the red carpet here.
by Jennifer Broski - Sep 8, 2025
Earlier today, New 42 Studios hosted a luncheon to celebrate 25 years of making Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there for the special day and you can check out photos from the red carpet here.
JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL to Offer $19.95 Tickets Through Rush Policy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
JOY: A New True Musical starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as ‘Joy' is launching a general rush policy. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2025
JOY: A New True Musical starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as ‘Joy' is launching a general rush policy. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
Frank Wildhorn's BONNIE & CLYDE: THE MUSICAL is Coming to Bridgetown Portland Musical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
Bridgetown Portland Musical Theatre is presenting Frank Wildhorn's Bonnie & Clyde, the Musical in a two-week run in July at Bridgetown's Black Box space in The Tiffany Center, Portland. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
Bridgetown Portland Musical Theatre is presenting Frank Wildhorn's Bonnie & Clyde, the Musical in a two-week run in July at Bridgetown's Black Box space in The Tiffany Center, Portland. Learn more!
Broadway Dreams 2025 Summer Intensive Tour to Launch This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025
Broadway Dreams' 2025 Summer Performing Arts Intensive Tour “House of Love,” is launching this week in Nashville, TN. Learn more and see how to attend here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2025
Broadway Dreams' 2025 Summer Performing Arts Intensive Tour “House of Love,” is launching this week in Nashville, TN. Learn more and see how to attend here!
Exclusive: Stars Sing Out to Raise Money for Breast Cancer Research at Janice Jam
by Joey Mervis - May 24, 2025
The Broadway community turned out in dazzling force for The Janice Jam: Broadway for Breast Cancer, an unforgettable evening of performance, remembrance, and action held at Sony Hall in the heart of Manhattan’s theater district. Check out exclusive concert highlight sin this video!
by Joey Mervis - May 24, 2025
The Broadway community turned out in dazzling force for The Janice Jam: Broadway for Breast Cancer, an unforgettable evening of performance, remembrance, and action held at Sony Hall in the heart of Manhattan’s theater district. Check out exclusive concert highlight sin this video!
Broadway Dreams Welcomes New Board Leadership & Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025
As Broadway Dreams enters a new year of transformative programming, the organization has appointed its 2025 Board of Directors slate. Learn more about the team here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2025
As Broadway Dreams enters a new year of transformative programming, the organization has appointed its 2025 Board of Directors slate. Learn more about the team here!
Brandon Espinoza to Replace Mauricio Martínez in JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
Brandon Espinoza will be joining the cast of JOY: A New True Musical as ‘Tony’ following the departure of the previously announced Mauricio Martínez. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
Brandon Espinoza will be joining the cast of JOY: A New True Musical as ‘Tony’ following the departure of the previously announced Mauricio Martínez. Learn more!
Video: John Gallagher, Jr. Gives a Backstage Tour of SWEPT AWAY on BROADWAY SANDWICH
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2025
ALL ARTS TV has debuted the first episode of Broadway Sandwich Season 4, featuring Broadway's John Gallagher, Jr. In the episode, the Tony Award-winner takes viewers backstage at Swept Away between a matinee and evening performance. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - May 8, 2025
ALL ARTS TV has debuted the first episode of Broadway Sandwich Season 4, featuring Broadway's John Gallagher, Jr. In the episode, the Tony Award-winner takes viewers backstage at Swept Away between a matinee and evening performance. Watch it now!
Photos and Video: Entertainment Community Fund Gala Raises $1.6 Million
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025
You can now get a look at photos and video from The Entertainment Community Fund's Annual Gala on Monday, April 21, 2025 in New York City, which raised $1.6 million to support their programs and services.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2025
You can now get a look at photos and video from The Entertainment Community Fund's Annual Gala on Monday, April 21, 2025 in New York City, which raised $1.6 million to support their programs and services.
Betsy Wolfe-Led JOY: A NEW TRUE MUSICAL Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
Complete casting has been announced for JOY: A New True Musical starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as ‘Joy.' JOY begins rehearsals on May 5 and will make its off-Broadway debut at the Laura Pels Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
Complete casting has been announced for JOY: A New True Musical starring Tony Award nominee Betsy Wolfe as ‘Joy.' JOY begins rehearsals on May 5 and will make its off-Broadway debut at the Laura Pels Theatre.
Review: KINKY BOOTS Struts its Stuff at Eight O'Clock Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - May 4, 2025
Based on the 2005 British film of the same name, the musical features music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, and a book by Harvey Fierstein. Mostly inspired by true events, the musical tells the story of Charlie Price, a man who is down on his luck and has just inherited a failing shoe factory from his father. To help save the business, Charlie meets and eventually befriends Lola, a local Cabaret performer and Drag Queen. The two form an unlikely bond and produce a line of high-heeled boots for a certain “niche market.” Through the business venture and unlikely partnership, the two discover they are not so different after all.
by Drew Eberhard - May 4, 2025
Based on the 2005 British film of the same name, the musical features music and lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, and a book by Harvey Fierstein. Mostly inspired by true events, the musical tells the story of Charlie Price, a man who is down on his luck and has just inherited a failing shoe factory from his father. To help save the business, Charlie meets and eventually befriends Lola, a local Cabaret performer and Drag Queen. The two form an unlikely bond and produce a line of high-heeled boots for a certain “niche market.” Through the business venture and unlikely partnership, the two discover they are not so different after all.
Photos: TOM KITT & FRIENDS at 54 Below the 2025 Residency To See
by Stephen Mosher - May 3, 2025
Continuing his not-so-slow burn of a successful concert series, Tom Kitt and his friends bring their A-Game to their most recent show.
by Stephen Mosher - May 3, 2025
Continuing his not-so-slow burn of a successful concert series, Tom Kitt and his friends bring their A-Game to their most recent show.
Photos/Video: SWEPT AWAY Original Broadway Cast Reunion Concert
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
Last night, a sold-out Swept Away Reunion Concert took place at Bowery Ballroom. Check out photos and video from the concert here, featuring the show's original Broadway cast!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2025
Last night, a sold-out Swept Away Reunion Concert took place at Bowery Ballroom. Check out photos and video from the concert here, featuring the show's original Broadway cast!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Stark Sands been in?
Stark Sands has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Stark Sands been in?
Stark Sands has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Stark Sands been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Kinky Boots, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Kinky Boots, Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Journey's End and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Journey's End.
What awards has Stark Sands won?
Stark Sands won the Theatre World Award for Outstanding Performance for his role in Journey's End.
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