Christopher Fitzgerald
Birth Place: Bryn Mawr, PA
WAITRESS Will Open in South Korea in 2027 (Apr 8, 2026)
Photos: Diya Vij, Kelli O’Hara, Rose Byrne And More Celebrate Todd Haimes Theatre Reopening (Apr 3, 2026)
Todd Haimes Theatre to Officially Reopen Tonight With FALLEN ANGELS (Mar 27, 2026)
BIO
Christopher Fitzgerald is a three-time Tony Award nominee and two-time Drama Desk Award winner. His Broadway credits include Waitress (Tony nomination, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards), Young Frankenstein (Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle nominations), Finian’s Rainbow (Tony nomination, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards), Company, An Act of God, The Merchant of Venice opposite Al Pacino, Wicked (original Boq), Amour (Drama Desk nomination), Chicago, and the recent revival of Spamalot. Off-Broadway and regional credits include the U.S. premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s Saturday Night at Second Stage (Drama Desk nomination); the U.S. premiere of Martin McDonagh’s The Cripple of Inishmaan at The Public Theater; the world premiere of Corpus Christi by Terrence McNally at MTC; the renowned Steppenwolf production of McDonagh’s The Beauty Queen of Leenane opposite Laurie Metcalf; the U.S. debut of Frank McGuinness’s Observe the Sons of Ulster Marching Towards the Somme at Lincoln Center; the title role in Barnum at the Chichester Festival Theatre in England; and 15 seasons with the Williamstown Theatre Festival (MA). Notable TV and film credits include The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Amazon), Elsbeth (CBS), Godless (Netflix), Happy! (SyFy), Let Them All Talk (HBO Max, dir. Steven Soderbergh), and Girl Most Likely with Kristen Wiig and Annette Bening.
Photos
Graham Rowat, John Yi, Pearl Scarlett Gold, Tiffany Mann, Daniel Quadrino, Keala Settle, Christopher Fitzgerald, Stephanie Styles, Christopher Fitzgerald, Rainn Wilson, Josh Breckenridge, Greg Hildreth, Myra Lucretia Taylor, Yeman Brown, Jenni Barber, Kevin Cahoon and Jeff Hiller
From: Photos: City Center Encores! URINETOWN Final Curtain Call
STAGE CREDITS
Movies
[ 2000 ] Kid
[ 2002 ] Greg
[ 2003 ] Boq
[ 2007 ] Robin Chris Fitzgerald
[ 2008 ] Party Guest
[ 2012 ] Ralph Duncan
[ 2015 ] Curtis
[ 2020 ] Eddie
TV Shows
Sonny Shine
Bobby
Neil
Dirk Dashers
Multiple
Dirk Dashers
Thistle
Awards and Nominations
winner
Christopher Fitzgerald, Waitress
winner
Christopher Fitzgerald, Waitress
Christopher Fitzgerald, Waitress
Christopher Fitzgerald, Finian's Rainbow
Christopher Fitzgerald, Finian's Rainbow
winner
Christopher Fitzgerald, Finian's Rainbow
Christopher Fitzgerald, Young Frankenstein
Christopher Fitzgerald, The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein
Christopher Fitzgerald, Young Frankenstein
winner
Christopher Fitzgerald, Amour
winner
Christopher Fitzgerald, Saturday Night
Videos
Video: Rose Byrne, Kelli O'Hara & More Are Getting Ready for FALLEN ANGELS
by Luka Vonier - 2026-03-11 16:42:25
Video: Rose Byrne and Kelli O'Hara Tease Noël Coward Comedy FALLEN ANGELS
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-03-06 12:45:44
Video: Rainn Wilson Sings 'Don't Be the Bunny' in URINETOWN at New York City Center
by Joshua Wright - 2025-02-13 10:55:20
Video: New Clips from URINETOWN with Keala Settle, Rainn Wilson and More
by Nicole Rosky - 2025-02-07 16:00:07
Video: Watch Jordan Fisher Sing 'Run, Freedom, Run!' in URINETOWN at Encores!
by Michael Major - 2025-02-05 17:02:01
Video: Watch SPAMALOT Perform 'Knights of the Roundtable' on TODAY
by Michael Major - 2023-12-01 12:31:14
Video: Watch SPAMALOT Perform 'Always Look on the Bright Side of Life' on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2023-12-01 10:07:42
Video: Watch Sara Bareilles Perform 'She Used to Be Mine' on TODAY Ahead of the WAITRESS Movie Theater Release
by Michael Major - 2023-11-30 11:23:36
Video: Eric Idle Announces Steve Martin is 'God' in SPAMALOT on Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-11-11 17:59:11
Video: Watch the WAITRESS THE MUSICAL Film Opening With Sara Bareilles & More
by Michael Major - 2023-11-07 12:11:33
Exclusive: Hear Merle Dandridge Sing in ALICE'S WONDERLAND BAKERY
by Michael Major - 2023-06-26 12:06:25
Video: Sara Bareilles Reflects on 'Surreal' WAITRESS Film Premiere on CBS MORNINGS
by Michael Major - 2023-06-15 10:08:11
Video: Watch the WAITRESS, THE MUSICAL: LIVE ON BROADWAY! Teaser Trailer Starring Sara Bareilles
by Michael Major - 2023-06-12 12:43:54
Video: Watch Highlights of Donna Murphy and More in Encores! DEAR WORLD
by Show Highlights - 2023-03-16 16:12:15
News
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Waitress is set to run from December 2027 to March 2028 at Hongik University Daehakro Art Center. This will mark the first ever Korean language production of the musical.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2026
On March 26, 2026, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner Diya Vij joined Roundabout Theatre and other local leaders to cut the ribbon on the comprehensive betterment of the Todd Haimes Theatre. Check out photos of the event.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company is officially reopening The Todd Haimes Theatre (formerly the American Airlines Theatre). After six months of construction, the Todd Haimes Theatre will reopen with the first performance of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. Meet the cast of Fallen Angels here!
by Luka Vonier - Mar 11, 2026
Rehearsals are officially underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. Watch in this video as the company chats more about what audiences can expect!
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 10, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company hosted its 2026 Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, honoring Emmy Award-winner Jean Smart. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos below!
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 10, 2026
Rehearsals are officially underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. The revival will begin previews on March 27 at the Todd Haimes Theatre- most recently home to Pirates! The Penzance Musical, which closed on July 27, 2025.
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 6, 2026
Rehearsals are officially underway for the Roundabout Theatre Company production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward, directed by Tony Award-nominee Scott Ellis. The company just met the press and BroadwayWorld was on hand for all of the action.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2026
Rose Byrne and Kelli O'Hara will soon be back on Broadway in Fallen Angels, the Roundabout Theatre Company production of the classic Noël Coward play. The duo discussed the production during a visit to Good Morning America. Watch it here.
by Team BWW - Mar 4, 2026
The Spring 2026 season has officially begun, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in March 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026
Two River Theater will present a limited engagement of The Good Thief starring Tony Award nominee Christopher Fitzgerald. Written by Conor McPherson and directed by Artistic Director Justin Waldman, the production runs February 4–15, 2026, in an intimate 35-seat setting.
by - Jan 22, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
Roundabout Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and design team for the upcoming production of Fallen Angels by Noël Coward. Learn more about the full cast here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 2, 2025
Two River Theater will present its one-week-only production of The Good Thief starring three-time Tony Award nominee Christopher Fitzgerald in the title role.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025
Red Bull Theater has revealed additional details of the one-night-only, benefit performance of The Boys From Syracuse, starring Santino Fontana, Nikki Renee Daniels and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
RED BULL THEATER has revealed further details of the 2025-’26 season, kicking off with the world premiere of Richard II. Learn more about the season here!
by Paul Batterson - Jun 29, 2025
Brooke Jacob is the first to admit her storyline is a bit unusual in the Short North Stage’s production of WAITRESS, which runs July 10-Aug. 10 at the Garden Theatre.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2025
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the classic comedy film Monty Python and the Holy Grail will make its debut on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray as part of a special limited edition Steelbook release, hitting shelves on August 26.
by Nicole Rosky - May 22, 2025
BroadwayWorld has the scoop on Broadway Video and No Guarantees Productions presenting a New York City reading of Schmigadoon! We have all of the details here including who was in the cast and what to expect next!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2025
Matthew Lombardo’s new backstage comedy, When Playwrights Kill, will have two private industry readings starring SAG Award winner Chris Perfetti and more. Learn more about the show!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Christopher Fitzgerald has appeared on Broadway in 12 shows.
Christopher Fitzgerald has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Waitress, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Waitress, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Waitress, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Finian's Rainbow, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Finian's Rainbow, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Finian's Rainbow , Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Young Frankenstein, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Young Frankenstein, Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Saturday Night.
Christopher Fitzgerald has won several awards, including: - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Waitress - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Waitress - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Finian's Rainbow - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Amour - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Saturday Night.
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