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BIO

In summer 2008, Taylor performed in Barrington Stage Company's production of the musical See Rock City and Other Destinations. The show won Richard Rodgers and Jerry Bock Awards. Taylor made his Broadway debut in the rock musical Rock of Ages, where he originated the role of the German city developer Franz. He won a Theatre World Award for this role and was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award.



His second major role on Broadway was as Lucas Beineke, Wednesday's love interest, in the musical The Addams Family, a role he originated after previously playing the role in the 2009 Chicago production of the show. The show premiered on Broadway in April 2010, with Taylor appearing alongside Krysta Rodriguez, who played Wednesday Addams, Lucas' love interest. He left the role on March 8, 2011.

On March 7, 2011, Taylor played the title role alongside Lauren Molina in a reading for a stage adaptation of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, penned by playwright Michael Raver. On April 2, 2011, Taylor, Erin Davie, Ann Harada, Kendrick Jones, and Burke Moses performed the concert, Broadway Tribute in Northport, Long Island at the Engeman Theater. The concert performance featured "the performers re-creating songs they performed on Broadway."

He then starred as Michael "Mouse" Tolliver in the world-premiere musical Tales of the City (based on the book series by Armistead Maupin), which began performances on May 18, 2011, in San Francisco at the American Conservatory Theater, directed by Jason Moore. After three extensions, Tales of the City closed on July 31, 2011.

Taylor played the role of God in An Act of God in 2016 at the Denver Center. Taylor played the role of Sheldon Plankton opposite Stephanie Hsu as Karen Plankton in the Broadway musical adaptation of SpongeBob SquarePants, which opened on December 4, 2017. Taylor played the role of The Mad Hatter in Alice by Heart at the Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater, which opened on February 26, 2019.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Giuseppe Zangara


[Washington, DC (Regional)]
50th anniversary of the release of the groundbreaking original album of Tommy, 2019
Cousin Kevin


[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Off-Broadway Premiere, 2019
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Sheldon Plankton


[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2013
Performer


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Lucas Beineke


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Franz


[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008


Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Co-Director

Movies

Lucky Stiff
[ 2014 ] Train Waiter
Tales of the City
[ 2021 ] MichaelMouseTolliver

TV Shows

Billy Green
Billy Green
Indoor Boys
Luke
It Could Be Worse
Jacob Gordon
Smash
Bobby

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Wesley Taylor , Rock of Ages


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2009 - Performance

Wesley Taylor, Rock of Ages

Videos

News


Photos: Wesley Taylor, Molly Griggs and More in Rehearsals for HOLIDAY at Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026

Get a glimpse inside rehearsals of Holiday—a brand-new work by Richard Greenberg, the late Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright at Goodman Theatre.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; COME FROM AWAY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; WHEN ELVIS MET THE BEATLES Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; WAITRESS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Wesley Taylor and More to Star in HOLIDAY at The Goodman
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025

Goodman Theatre’s Centennial 25/26 Season will continue with Holiday, adapted by the late Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist Richard Greenberg in a contemporary reimagining of Philip Barry’s classic Roaring Twenties love story
Antwayn Hopper and More to Star in SLAP&TICKLE Reading at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

SLAP&TICKLE, a new play by David James Parr, directed by Chad Austin will have an industry reading at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. The production is slated to open Off-Broadway in Spring 2026, featuring an ensemble cast of seven actors.
Video: Experience 'The Proposal' from Ogunquit's Titanic
by Joshua Wright - Oct 21, 2025

Enjoy 'The Proposal/The Night Was Alive' from Ogunquit's Titanic The Musical, featuring a stunning cast and captivating production details.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for TITANIC at Ogunquit Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse is setting sail with a stunning new production of Titanic The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Maury Yeston and a book by Peter Stone. Directed by Shaun Kerrison, the Tony-winning epic runs through November 2, 2025. Check out video from inside rehearsal!
Review: TITANIC: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Dan Marois - Oct 6, 2025

How does a regional theater, limited by its stage, capture the scale of the “ship of dreams”—a floating city of steel—while simultaneously honoring the desperate intimacy of the 1,517 souls who perished? 
Full Cast Set for TITANIC THE MUSICAL at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast and creative for Titanic The Musical, with a story and book by Peter Stone, and music and lyrics by Maury Yeston. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Laura & Linda Benanti and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Laura and Linda Benanti, and more! See the full lineup here!
Listen: THE 12 Musical Original Cast Recording Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025

Center Stage Records and Yellow Sound Label has released The 12 – A New Musical (Original Cast Recording). You can now learn more about the musical, and listen here!
Broadway Stars Who Appeared on NBC's SMASH
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2025

As we welcome SMASH to the stage for the first time, we're taking a look back on the iconic television show that started it all. Take a look back on the Broadway names who appeared on SMASH!
Photos: AS TIME GOES BY Opening Night at Theatre 154
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

The new play As Time Goes By opened last night at Theatre 154 at 154 Christopher Street. Learn more about the production and see photos from opening night here! 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Wesley Taylor been in?

Wesley Taylor has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Wesley Taylor been in?

Wesley Taylor has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Wesley Taylor been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Rock of Ages and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Rock of Ages.

What awards has Wesley Taylor won?

Wesley Taylor won the Theatre World Award for his performance in Rock of Ages.

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