Colton Ryan
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BIO
COLTON RYAN starred opposite Elle Fanning and Chloe Sevigny in Hulu’s Limited Series “The Girl From Plainville”(2023 Critics’ Choice Awards nominee for “Best Limited Series”). Colton previously starred as “Samuel” in the Apple TV Series “Little Voice,” executive produced by JJ Abrams, Sara Bareilles, Jessie Nelson, and Ben Stephenson. Film credits include: the role of “Connor” in the feature film Dear Evan Hansen alongside Amy Adams, Julianne Moore, and Ben Platt, and the role of “Bruce” in Alan Ball’s Uncle Frank (Sundance Film Festival 2020). On stage, Colton received the 2019 Theatre World Award for Outstanding Debut Performance for his role of “Gene Laine” in Conor McPherson’s Girl From The North Country. The play premiered at The Public Theatre before its Broadway debut at the Belasco Theatre in 2020. Other theatre credits include Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway, and off-Broadway runs of Alice By Heart (MCC Theatre., dir. Jessie Nelson) and The White Card (A.R.T., dir. Diane Paulus).
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Evan Hansen (Understudy), Jared (Understudy), Connor (Understudy)
Movies
Adam
[ 2019 ] Brad
[ 2019 ] Brad
The Social Ones
[ 2019 ] Dan Summers
[ 2019 ] Dan Summers
Uncle Frank
[ 2020 ] Bruce
[ 2020 ] Bruce
Dear Evan Hansen
[ 2021 ] Connor Murphy
[ 2021 ] Connor Murphy
TV Shows
Chad Powers
[ 2025-2025 ] Gerry
[ 2025-2025 ] Gerry
Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2023 - Distinguished Performance Award
Colton Ryan, New York, New York
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical
Colton Ryan, New York, New York
Tony Awards - 2023 - Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Colton Ryan, New York, New York
winner
Theatre World Awards - 2019 - Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance
Colton Ryan, Girl from the North Country
Videos
Video: Watch the First Trailer for THE DEBUT Starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-23 09:06:39
Video: Josh Groban Talks Theater Education with Broadway Bound Kids on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-03-10 16:37:17
Video: Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Kander, and More Discuss NEW YORK, NEW YORK's Story and Score
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-06-18 11:20:11
Video: Watch the Full, Gravity-Defying Tap Number from NEW YORK, NEW YORK
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-06-08 10:35:02
Video: How Colton Ryan Followed a Musical Theatre Blueprint to His Tony Nomination
by Richard Ridge - 2023-06-05 14:30:20
Video: Colton Ryan Has 'Unbridled Pride' for His NEW YORK, NEW YORK Role
by Richard Ridge - 2023-05-22 14:19:58
Video: The Cast of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Take Their Opening Night Bows
by Opening Night - 2023-04-27 07:44:51
Video: Watch Highlights from NEW YORK, NEW YORK on Broadway
by Show Highlights - 2023-04-26 14:00:55
Video: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Profiled on CBS Featuring Interviews With Lin-Manuel Miranda, Susan Stroman & More
by Michael Major - 2023-04-24 09:49:01
Video: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Performs 'Music, Money, Love' & Title Song on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2023-04-14 09:39:29
Video: Watch Eric Adams Proclaim John Kander Day, Unveil 'Kander and Ebb Way' with Lin-Manuel Miranda
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-03-25 16:50:27
Video: Company of NEW YORK, NEW YORK Serenades John Kander for His 96th Birthday!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-17 13:29:38
Video: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Members Break Down Their Characters
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-03-02 16:56:18
VIDEO: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Teases Score in Honor of the Snow Day
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-02-25 15:03:15
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda Opens Up About Collaborating on Kander & Ebb's NEW YORK, NEW YORK
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-03 09:00:20
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: Chloë Sevigny Discusses RUSSIAN DOLL, THE GIRL FROM PLAINVILLE, and More on THE TONIGHT SHOW
by Marissa Tomeo - 2022-05-21 14:10:38
VIDEO: Watch Ramin Karimloo Sing 'Welcome to My World' from Burt Bacharach and Steven Sater's SOME LOVERS
by Nicole Rosky - 2021-10-26 10:12:06
News
Jesse Eisenberg's THE DEBUT Gets December Release Date
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2026
A24 will release Jesse Eisenberg's new theater-themed film, The Debut, for a limited theatrical run beginning December 11, before a wide release on Christmas.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2026
A24 will release Jesse Eisenberg's new theater-themed film, The Debut, for a limited theatrical run beginning December 11, before a wide release on Christmas.
Video: Watch the First Trailer for THE DEBUT Starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026
The first trailer is here for The Debut, Jesse Eisenberg’s forthcoming musical comedy starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti. In addition to directing the A24 feature, Eisenberg wrote the screenplay, original songs, and also stars in the film. Watch it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026
The first trailer is here for The Debut, Jesse Eisenberg’s forthcoming musical comedy starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti. In addition to directing the A24 feature, Eisenberg wrote the screenplay, original songs, and also stars in the film. Watch it now.
The Debut: Jesse Eisenberg's A24 Musical Gets Teaser Posters
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026
Jesse Eisenberg's The Debut gets its first teaser posters! The A24 musical comedy stars Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Bernadette Peters & more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026
Jesse Eisenberg's The Debut gets its first teaser posters! The A24 musical comedy stars Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Bernadette Peters & more.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 19, 2026- LA CAGE AUX FOLLES At City Center First Look and More
by - Jun 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jun 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Tracy Letts, John Gallagher Jr. & Colton Ryan Join THE GOD OF THE WOODS Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2026
Broadway alums Tracy Letts (August: Osage County, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?) John Gallagher Jr. (Spring Awakening, Swept Away) and Colton Ryan (Dear Evan Hansen, New York, New York) are among the new cast members joining the Netflix series The God of the Woods in recurring roles.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2026
Broadway alums Tracy Letts (August: Osage County, Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?) John Gallagher Jr. (Spring Awakening, Swept Away) and Colton Ryan (Dear Evan Hansen, New York, New York) are among the new cast members joining the Netflix series The God of the Woods in recurring roles.
Student Blog: The Midterms Mixtape: Five Soundtracks to Help Get Through Exam Season
by Student Blogger: Imogen Buck - Mar 18, 2026
As both a self-proclaimed theatre geek and a college student, I am always listening to cast albums and soundtracks, no matter where I am or what I’m doing. Especially during exam season, these albums help me to relax and focus when I am studying or walking to classes, and they also help relieve my anxiety about upcoming exams. This year, I have been consistently listening to five cast albums that have been bringing me joy in my studies as we approach midterm exams here at Fordham University. I thought I would share these albums here to (hopefully) give you some new music to add to your playlist and lifestyle!
by Student Blogger: Imogen Buck - Mar 18, 2026
As both a self-proclaimed theatre geek and a college student, I am always listening to cast albums and soundtracks, no matter where I am or what I’m doing. Especially during exam season, these albums help me to relax and focus when I am studying or walking to classes, and they also help relieve my anxiety about upcoming exams. This year, I have been consistently listening to five cast albums that have been bringing me joy in my studies as we approach midterm exams here at Fordham University. I thought I would share these albums here to (hopefully) give you some new music to add to your playlist and lifestyle!
Interview: Megan Colton of HADESTOWN at Hollywood Pantages Theatre
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 17, 2025
After nearly a year on tour, SoCal native Megan Colton reflects on her evolving relationship with Eurydice, her Los Angeles-area roots, and the advice she’d give to her 10-year-old self (and every other kid out there dreaming of Broadway).
by Melissa Heckscher - Oct 17, 2025
After nearly a year on tour, SoCal native Megan Colton reflects on her evolving relationship with Eurydice, her Los Angeles-area roots, and the advice she’d give to her 10-year-old self (and every other kid out there dreaming of Broadway).
Audra McDonald to Co-Chair Sleep Out for Covenant House With Claybourne Elder and More Taking Part
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
Audra McDonald and Kevin Ryan will chair Covenant House International's Sleep Out: Stage and Screen, one of the largest annual charity events led by the Broadway community.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2025
Audra McDonald and Kevin Ryan will chair Covenant House International's Sleep Out: Stage and Screen, one of the largest annual charity events led by the Broadway community.
Untitled Jesse Eisenberg Musical Comedy Adds Bernadette Peters & Halle Bailey
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025
Bernadette Peters, Halle Bailey, Bonnie Milligan & more join Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti in Jesse Eisenberg's untitled musical comedy film.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2025
Bernadette Peters, Halle Bailey, Bonnie Milligan & more join Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti in Jesse Eisenberg's untitled musical comedy film.
Video: Josh Groban Talks Theater Education with Broadway Bound Kids on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2025
On The Kelly Clarkson Show, Josh Groban sat down with the non-profit Broadway Bound Kids to discuss their work in providing free theater lessons for students around New York City as well as details on his upcoming Las Vegas residency.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2025
On The Kelly Clarkson Show, Josh Groban sat down with the non-profit Broadway Bound Kids to discuss their work in providing free theater lessons for students around New York City as well as details on his upcoming Las Vegas residency.
Broadway Bound Kids Will Host RAISE YOUR VOICE Benefit
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025
Broadway Bound Kids will host a benefit next month titled, Raise Your Voice. Stars in attendance will include Colton Ryan, George Abud, Major Attaway, Donnie Kehr, Apollo Levine, N’Kenge, and Morgan Reilly.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025
Broadway Bound Kids will host a benefit next month titled, Raise Your Voice. Stars in attendance will include Colton Ryan, George Abud, Major Attaway, Donnie Kehr, Apollo Levine, N’Kenge, and Morgan Reilly.
Cynthia Erivo Joins Peacock's POKER FACE Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2024
Cynthia Erivo, the Tony Award winner and star of the upcoming Wicked movie, will guest star in the second season of Peacock's Poker Face. Other guest stars for the upcoming season include Margo Martindale, BJ Novak, Giancarlo Esposito, and Katie Holmes.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2024
Cynthia Erivo, the Tony Award winner and star of the upcoming Wicked movie, will guest star in the second season of Peacock's Poker Face. Other guest stars for the upcoming season include Margo Martindale, BJ Novak, Giancarlo Esposito, and Katie Holmes.
Review: BIG FISH at Cain Park-Alma Theatre
by Roy Berko - Jun 24, 2024
What did our critic think of BIG FISH at Cain Park-Alma Theatre?
by Roy Berko - Jun 24, 2024
What did our critic think of BIG FISH at Cain Park-Alma Theatre?
Katrina Lenk, Amber Gray, Aisha De Haas & More to Star in Second Annual FREEFEST
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024
The New Group has revealed the casts for its second annual FreeFest, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and events. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2024
The New Group has revealed the casts for its second annual FreeFest, featuring a diverse lineup of performances and events. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.
New Block Of Tickets On Sale For GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert Starring George Salazar, Colton Ryan and More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2024
Keen Company announces new block of tickets for GLORY DAYS benefit concert featuring Jordan Dobson, Derek Klena, Colton Ryan, and George Salazar. One-night-only event at Symphony Space.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 1, 2024
Keen Company announces new block of tickets for GLORY DAYS benefit concert featuring Jordan Dobson, Derek Klena, Colton Ryan, and George Salazar. One-night-only event at Symphony Space.
Jordan Dobson and George Salazar Join Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024
Complete casting has been announced for Keen Company's upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Find out who is joining the cast here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024
Complete casting has been announced for Keen Company's upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Find out who is joining the cast here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 21st, 2023
by - Dec 21, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 21, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Dec 21, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 21, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Derek Klena and Colton Ryan Will Headline Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2023
Keen Company has announced details for its upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2023
Keen Company has announced details for its upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Feature: A Cabaret Christmas Wish List
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 19, 2023
For four years this cabaret editor has been dreaming of these club acts.
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 19, 2023
For four years this cabaret editor has been dreaming of these club acts.
Photos: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Cast Reunites For Album Signing at The Drama Book Shop
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 16, 2023
It was a lovefest as New York, New York creatives greeted fans at The Drama Book Shop for CD signing. Check out photos from inside the big day!
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 16, 2023
It was a lovefest as New York, New York creatives greeted fans at The Drama Book Shop for CD signing. Check out photos from inside the big day!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Colton Ryan been in?
Colton Ryan has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Colton Ryan been in?
Colton Ryan has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Colton Ryan been nominated for?
Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for New York, New York, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for New York, New York, Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for New York, New York and Outstanding Broadway or Off-Broadway Debut Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Girl from the North Country.
What awards has Colton Ryan won?
Colton Ryan has received several prestigious awards and nominations throughout his career. He won the 2022 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical for his role in the Broadway production of Girl from the North Country. Additionally, he received a nomination for the 2023 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for the same role. Ryan also earned the 2022 Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical, further solidifying his acclaim in the theater community.
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