Charles Nelson Reilly
Charles Nelson Reilly is an actor, director whose BroadwayWorld credits include Charlotte, God's Favorite, and Skyscraper. Awards include Tony Awards for How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1962).
Date of Birth: January 13, 1931
Date of Death: May 25, 2007 (76)
Birth Place: New York, NY
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1961
Bud Frump
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1960
Ensemble/Other Roles, Mr. Henkel, Albert Peterson (Standby)
Productions
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Movies
Let's Rock
[ 1958 ] Announcer
[ 1958 ] Announcer
Two Tickets to Paris
[ 1962 ] Claypoole
[ 1962 ] Claypoole
The Tiger Makes Out
[ 1967 ] Registrar
[ 1967 ] Registrar
Cannonball Run II
[ 1984 ] Don Don Canneloni
[ 1984 ] Don Don Canneloni
Body Slam
[ 1986 ] Vic Carson
[ 1986 ] Vic Carson
All Dogs Go to Heaven
[ 1989 ] Killer, Charles Neslon-Reilly
[ 1989 ] Killer, Charles Neslon-Reilly
Rock-A-Doodle
[ 1991 ] Hunch, Charles Nelson-Reilly
[ 1991 ] Hunch, Charles Nelson-Reilly
A Troll in Central Park
[ 1994 ] Llort
[ 1994 ] Llort
Babes in Toyland
[ 1997 ] Mr. Dumpty
[ 1997 ] Mr. Dumpty
The First of May
[ 1999 ] Dinghy
[ 1999 ] Dinghy
TV Shows
All Dogs Go to Heaven: The Series
Killer
Killer
Arnie
Randy Robinson
Randy Robinson
Lidsville
Horatio J. Hoodoo, Bruce Hoodoo
Horatio J. Hoodoo, Bruce Hoodoo
The Drew Carey Show
Mr. Hathaway
Mr. Hathaway
The Ghost & Mrs. Muir
Claymore Gregg, The Ghost of Claymore's Former Conscious
Claymore Gregg, The Ghost of Claymore's Former Conscious
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Solo Performance
Charles Nelson Reilly, Save It for the Stage: The Life of Reilly
Tony Awards - 1997 - Best Direction of a Play
Charles Nelson Reilly, The Gin Game
Tony Awards - 1964 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Charles Nelson Reilly, Hello, Dolly!
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Tony Awards - 1962 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Charles Nelson Reilly, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
News
DINNER WITH FRIENDS To Be Presented At The Zephyr Theatre This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
DINNER WITH FRIENDS, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Donald Margulies, will be presented by Adriano Aragon and Foursome Productions at the Zephyr Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024
DINNER WITH FRIENDS, a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Donald Margulies, will be presented by Adriano Aragon and Foursome Productions at the Zephyr Theatre.
Musical Theatre Melodies Celebrates The 60th Anniversary of HELLO, DOLLY!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024
The next Musical Theatre Melodies broadcast, hosted by Rob Morrison on 96.5 FM on Tuesday, January 16 will mark the 60th anniversary of the Jerry Herman musical Hello, Dolly!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024
The next Musical Theatre Melodies broadcast, hosted by Rob Morrison on 96.5 FM on Tuesday, January 16 will mark the 60th anniversary of the Jerry Herman musical Hello, Dolly!
Interview: Paul Linke Illuminates Why IT'S not ONLY A SHOW!
by Gil Kaan - Jan 8, 2024
A long-time collaborator with Charles Nelson Reilly, Paul Linke has co-written It’s Only a Show!, performing as the popular comedian in his one-man tribute to Charles Nelson Reilly. This solo show directed by Edward Edwards opens January 13, 2024 at the Ruskin Group Theatre, 5pm curtain, in tandem with John Colella’s An Extraordinary Ordinary Man at 8pm. Paul managed to find some time before starting tech to answer a few of my queries.
by Gil Kaan - Jan 8, 2024
A long-time collaborator with Charles Nelson Reilly, Paul Linke has co-written It’s Only a Show!, performing as the popular comedian in his one-man tribute to Charles Nelson Reilly. This solo show directed by Edward Edwards opens January 13, 2024 at the Ruskin Group Theatre, 5pm curtain, in tandem with John Colella’s An Extraordinary Ordinary Man at 8pm. Paul managed to find some time before starting tech to answer a few of my queries.
Review: Lucie Arnaz I GOT THE JOB! at 54 Below Plays All Her Songs
by Stephen Mosher - Jul 20, 2023
I GOT THE JOB! SONGS FROM MY MUSICAL PAST demands to be seen.
by Stephen Mosher - Jul 20, 2023
I GOT THE JOB! SONGS FROM MY MUSICAL PAST demands to be seen.
First Off-Broadway Production of CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF to Open This July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, in a new production by Ruth Stage, will play The Theater at St. Clements (423 W. 46th Street) beginning previews July 15, and opening night is set for July 24. The original scheduled run of this production, which had been announced for January, 2022, was postponed due to the ongoing health crisis.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, in a new production by Ruth Stage, will play The Theater at St. Clements (423 W. 46th Street) beginning previews July 15, and opening night is set for July 24. The original scheduled run of this production, which had been announced for January, 2022, was postponed due to the ongoing health crisis.
BWW Interview: Paul Hope Returns Home to Theatre Under the Stars for an Iconic Production of SOUTH PACIFIC
by Armando Urdiales - Feb 7, 2022
Theatre Under The Stars has a storied history in the Houston theatre scene. One of the cornerstones of their theatre community is long-time actor Paul Hope. Hope has the distinction of performing professionally for several decades, in more than 40 productions at Theatre Under the Stars alone. His membership in to the Actors Equity Union begun with the 1980 production of Rodger's and Hammerstein's classic, SOUTH PACIFIC.
by Armando Urdiales - Feb 7, 2022
Theatre Under The Stars has a storied history in the Houston theatre scene. One of the cornerstones of their theatre community is long-time actor Paul Hope. Hope has the distinction of performing professionally for several decades, in more than 40 productions at Theatre Under the Stars alone. His membership in to the Actors Equity Union begun with the 1980 production of Rodger's and Hammerstein's classic, SOUTH PACIFIC.
Carbonell Awards Announces Two New Board Members And Two New Judges
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2021
Jeff Kiltie, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced the nonprofit organization has added two new members to the board of directors and two new judges for the 2021-2022 theater season.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2021
Jeff Kiltie, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced the nonprofit organization has added two new members to the board of directors and two new judges for the 2021-2022 theater season.
Jenna Elser Wins The American Prize In Directing - The Charles Nelson Reilly Prize
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2021
Jenna Elser, artistic director of Glow Lyric Theatre in Greenville SC, is the winner of The American Prize in DIRECTING—The Charles Nelson Reilly Prize (theater/musical theater division), 2021, for 'West Side Story'. Jenna was selected from applications reviewed recently from across the United States.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2021
Jenna Elser, artistic director of Glow Lyric Theatre in Greenville SC, is the winner of The American Prize in DIRECTING—The Charles Nelson Reilly Prize (theater/musical theater division), 2021, for 'West Side Story'. Jenna was selected from applications reviewed recently from across the United States.
Carbonell Awards Introduces New Team Of Judges For 2021-2022 Theater Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2021
Jeff Kiltie, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced the nonprofit organization's new team of judges for the 2021-2022 theater season.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2021
Jeff Kiltie, president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced the nonprofit organization's new team of judges for the 2021-2022 theater season.
Registration Is Now Open For Fall Semester Of Amas Musical Theatre's Rosetta LeNoire Musical Theatre Academy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2021
Amas Musical Theatre is accepting applications for the fall semester of The Rosetta LeNoire Musical Theatre Academy, its award-winning pre-professional performance program for musical theatre lovers ages 12-18.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2021
Amas Musical Theatre is accepting applications for the fall semester of The Rosetta LeNoire Musical Theatre Academy, its award-winning pre-professional performance program for musical theatre lovers ages 12-18.
THE ED SULLIVAN SHOW YouTube Channel to Kick Off A Star-Filled Month This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2021
The Ed Sullivan Show's official YouTube channel celebrates America's Independence Day weekend with “This Is My Country” and “America The Beautiful,” performed by Pat Boone and West Point Glee Club, respectively. July 4th continues with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America Again” from trailblazing country star Loretta Lynn.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2021
The Ed Sullivan Show's official YouTube channel celebrates America's Independence Day weekend with “This Is My Country” and “America The Beautiful,” performed by Pat Boone and West Point Glee Club, respectively. July 4th continues with a rousing rendition of “God Bless America Again” from trailblazing country star Loretta Lynn.
Rosetta LeNoire Musical Theatre Academy Now Accepting Applicants for Summer Musical Theatre Intensive
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2021
Amas Musical Theatre is accepting a limited number of applicants for its Rosetta LeNoire Musical Theatre Academy “Summer Teen Academy 2021 Musical Theatre Intensive” for students ages 12-18 to be held this summer from July 27-August 12.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2021
Amas Musical Theatre is accepting a limited number of applicants for its Rosetta LeNoire Musical Theatre Academy “Summer Teen Academy 2021 Musical Theatre Intensive” for students ages 12-18 to be held this summer from July 27-August 12.
Woodie King, Jr. To Retire June 30 As Head Of New Federal Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2021
Woodie King, Jr., Founder and Producing Director of New Federal Theatre (NFT), will retire from leadership of the famed theater company on June 30, 2021, handing the baton to NFT's newly appointed Artistic Director, Elizabeth Van Dyke.
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2021
Woodie King, Jr., Founder and Producing Director of New Federal Theatre (NFT), will retire from leadership of the famed theater company on June 30, 2021, handing the baton to NFT's newly appointed Artistic Director, Elizabeth Van Dyke.
Richard Skipper Celebrates Anastasia Barzee Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2020
Tonight's episode of Richard Skipper Celebrates... will feature Anastasia Barzee! Hosted by Richard Skipper, the virtual event will stream live through Richard Skipper Celebrates on Facebook and YouTube. Tune in on August 31, 5 PM ET/2PM PT.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2020
Tonight's episode of Richard Skipper Celebrates... will feature Anastasia Barzee! Hosted by Richard Skipper, the virtual event will stream live through Richard Skipper Celebrates on Facebook and YouTube. Tune in on August 31, 5 PM ET/2PM PT.
BWW Exclusive: Woodie King Jr. Discusses the Past, Present and Future of New Federal Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2020
Woodie King Jr., founder of New Federal Theatre has penned an article exclusively for BroadwayWorld, discussing New Federal Theatre's past, present and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2020
Woodie King Jr., founder of New Federal Theatre has penned an article exclusively for BroadwayWorld, discussing New Federal Theatre's past, present and more.
Broadway Records to Release ROBBIE ROZELLE: SONGS FROM INSIDE MY LOCKER – LIVE AT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2020
Broadway Records announced today that Robbie Rozelle: Songs From Inside My Locker - Live at Feinstein's/54 Below will be released digitally everywhere music is sold on Friday, June 26, 2020.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2020
Broadway Records announced today that Robbie Rozelle: Songs From Inside My Locker - Live at Feinstein's/54 Below will be released digitally everywhere music is sold on Friday, June 26, 2020.
Fans & Famous Join Sid & Marty Krofft to Unveil Walk of Fame Star
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 14, 2020
An estimated 150 fans camped out in front of the Funco Store on Hollywood Blvd to be on hand to help celebrate the careers of SID & MARTY KROFFT with a star on the world famous Hollywood Walk of Stars.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 14, 2020
An estimated 150 fans camped out in front of the Funco Store on Hollywood Blvd to be on hand to help celebrate the careers of SID & MARTY KROFFT with a star on the world famous Hollywood Walk of Stars.
HB Studio is Celebrating its 75th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2020
HB Studio, one of New York's original acting studios, will celebrate its diamond jubilee year with a series of programs and special events which will not only honor its storied 75-year past, but also highlight its role in developing the talent of today and the future.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2020
HB Studio, one of New York's original acting studios, will celebrate its diamond jubilee year with a series of programs and special events which will not only honor its storied 75-year past, but also highlight its role in developing the talent of today and the future.
BWW Interview: LONI ANDERSON ~ Showbiz Legend Joins Animation Legend Don Bluth In Celebration Of 30th Anniversary Of ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN
by Herbert Paine - Oct 24, 2019
Extensive and far-ranging interview with Loni Anderson. The showbiz legend joins animation legend Don Bluth in celebration of the 30th Anniversary of ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN. November 23 at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre.
by Herbert Paine - Oct 24, 2019
Extensive and far-ranging interview with Loni Anderson. The showbiz legend joins animation legend Don Bluth in celebration of the 30th Anniversary of ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN. November 23 at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre.
Hell in a Handbag's Announces Annual Benefit THE RIP NELSON CELEBRITY ROAST
by Julie Musbach - Oct 11, 2019
Hell in a Handbag Productions' presents its annual benefit, THE RIP NELSON CELEBRITY ROAST on Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 6 - 11 pm at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1650 W. Foster Ave. in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 11, 2019
Hell in a Handbag Productions' presents its annual benefit, THE RIP NELSON CELEBRITY ROAST on Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 6 - 11 pm at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1650 W. Foster Ave. in Chicago's Andersonville neighborhood.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Charles Nelson Reilly been in?
Charles Nelson Reilly has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Charles Nelson Reilly been in?
Charles Nelson Reilly has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Charles Nelson Reilly been nominated for?
Charles Nelson Reilly has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for Outstanding Solo Performance at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his work in "Save It for the Stage: The Life of Reilly". Reilly also received a nomination for Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for his work on "The Gin Game". Additionally, he was nominated for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for both "Hello, Dolly!" and "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying".
What awards has Charles Nelson Reilly won?
Charles Nelson Reilly won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his performance in "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying."
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