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Emmy and Golden Globe winner Jim Parsons most recently starred in the Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Directed by Kenny Leon and also starring Zoey Deutch, Katie Holmes, Ephraim Sykes and Richard Thomas, among others, the play was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play. Parsons was nominated for a Tony for the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play on Broadway, opposite Jessica Lange and Celia Keenan-Bolger. He was also nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play, and the play received nominations from the OCC, Drama League, and Drama Desk Awards.  Parsons recently wrapped production on The Leader, opposite Vera Farmiga, the true-crime thriller inspired by the story of the infamous religious group Heaven’s Gate. He starred alongside Ben Aldridge in Focus Features’ Spoiler Alert based on Michael Ausiello’s acclaimed memoir of the same title. His company That’s Wonderful Productions produced the film as well as the CBS hit “Young Sheldon” and “Call Me Kat.”  Parsons received a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for his performance in the recent Off-Broadway revival of the musical A Man of No Importance for The Classic Stage Company, with the show also earning nominations for Drama League, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards. In 2020, Parsons starred in the Netflix movie The Boys in the Band, and previously starred in the Broadway production of the show as well. He starred on Broadway in An Act of God, written by 13-time Emmy Award winner David Javerbaum and directed by Joe Mantello, and the Broadway revival of Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Harvey. Parsons received a Theatre World Award and Emmy nomination for his debut Broadway performance as “Tommy Boatwright” in The Normal Heart, starring opposite Ellen Barkin, John Benjamin Hickey, and Joe Mantello. The Normal Heart won a Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, and was presented with Drama Desk Awards for Outstanding Revival of a Play and Outstanding Ensemble Performance. Parsons’ other stage performances include: The Castle, The Countess, The Tempest, and As You Like It.   Parsons’ breakout role was that of Sheldon Cooper from the CBS smash hit ”The Big Bang Theory.” His performance garnered him numerous awards from the Emmys, Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice, among many others.  The show was the #1 comedy in America and many parts of the world, and made history as the longest running multi-camera sitcom ever with 279 shows.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Ruth Dewitt Bukater ()

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Stage Manager


[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2024
Carl


[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Alfie Byrne


[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Michael


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
God


[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Production, 2012
Elwood P. Dowd


[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Tommy Boatwright


[Off-Broadway]
2002
Jeremiah


Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Distinguished Performance

Jim Parsons, Mother Play

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play

Jim Parsons, Mother Play

Tony Awards - 2024 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Jim Parsons, Mother Play

The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical

Jim Parsons, A Man of No Importance


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Featured Actor in a Play

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2011 - Performance

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart

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Jim Parsons Reveals Whether or Not Ariana Grande Has Come to Broadway’s TITANIQUE Yet
by Michael Gioia - Apr 23, 2026

Everyone, including Jim Parsons, is awaiting Ariana Grande’s arrival at Broadway’s St. James Theatre to support her brother, Frankie Grande, in Titaníque. 
Photos: Luke Evans Visits TITANIQUE on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 22, 2026

Luke Evans, who is making his Broadway debut this season in the role of  “Frank-N-Furter” in Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show, recently paid a visit to Titanique. Check out photos here!
Photos: JERSEY SHORE's Snooki & Angelina Visit TITANIQUE
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 21, 2026

Two special guests boarded the Ship of Dreams, when Jersey Shore's Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi and Angelina Pivarnick visited the cast of Titanique on Broadway! Check out the photo here!
Video: Jim Parsons Calls TITANIQUE 'The Most Fun I've Had Onstage' on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2026

Jim Parsons is turning up the camp in Titanique, the musical comedy inspired by the film Titanic, soundtracked with the songs of Celine Dion. Watch his appearance on The View, where he speaks about dressing in drag for his role and reflects on playing Sheldon Cooper.
Alicia Keys, Sara Bareilles Documentaries Among Titles at 2026 Tribeca Festival
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

The official feature lineup has been revealed for the 25th edition of the Tribeca Festival, including the world premiere of the documentaries Alicia Keys: Girl From Hell’s Kitchen and Sara Bareilles: Good Grief.
Video: TITANIQUE Red Carpet - This Show is 'Going to Save the World'
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 15, 2026

Titanique has officially set sail on Broadway! The musical comedy inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, is now open on Broadway at the St. James Theatre, and BroadwayWorld was with the company on the red carpet! Watch in this video.
Photos: The Cast of TITANIQUE Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 14, 2026

Titanique, the musical comedy inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, officially opened at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
Photos: On the Opening Night Red Carpet For TITANIQUE on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 14, 2026

Titanique, inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, is now open on Broadway. Check out photos of the show's guests arriving on the red carpet here!
Photos: TITANIQUE Company Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 13, 2026

Titanique has set sail on Broadway! The musical comedy inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, officially opened at the St. James Theatre. Check out photos of the cast on the red carpet here!
Review Roundup: TITANIQUE Sets Sail on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2026

Today, exactly 114 years after RMS Titanic sank to to the bottom of the North Atlantic, Titanique arrives in New York City at last. The splash-hit musical comedy inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, officially opened on Broadway at the St. James Theatre. Check out what the critcis are saying about the production...
Photos: First Look at TITANIQUE on Broadway With Marla Mindelle, Jim Parsons & More
by Michael Major - Apr 12, 2026

Get a first look at production photos of Titanique on Broadway as it celebrates its opening night! The cast includes Marla Mindelle, Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox, Frankie Grande, Constantine Rousouli, John Riddle, and Layton Williams.
Scott Hoying & Mark Hoying to Make Broadway Producing Debut With TITANIQUE
by Michael Major - Apr 10, 2026

Scott Hoying and Mark Hoying have joined the producing team of Titanique on Broadway. The Pentatonix star and his husband make their Broadway producing debut with the project.
Video: Andy Serkis' Animated ANIMAL FARM Debuts New Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 6, 2026

A new trailer has been released for Andy Serkis’s animated adaptation of George Orwell’s Animal Farm, featuring a star-studded voice cast including Jim Parsons, Gaten Matarazzo, and Glenn Close.
Shop TITANIQUE Merch in BroadwayWorld's Theater Shop
by Michael Major - Apr 4, 2026

Before Titanique officially has its opening night on April 12, buy merch from the new Broadway production! The show is offering a variety of apparel, a mug, tote bag, stress toy, hat, magnet, and more.
A Brief History of TITANIQUE: From Basement to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 30, 2026

What do you say to taking chances on Broadway's kooky kraziest new musical?  Want to brush up on your Titanique knowledge before heading to the theater? Check out a timeline of the show's journey from basement to Broadway here!
Video: TITANIQUE Wishes Céline Dion a Happy Birthday During Curtain Call
by Michael Major - Mar 30, 2026

Titanique celebrated Céline Dion's birthday with a special curtain call performance! Led by Marla Mindelle as Dion, watch the cast of the new Titanic parody sing 'Happy Birthday' to the mother of the ship in a new video!
Photos: Julie Chen, Marissa Jaret Winokur & Iain Armitage Visit TITANIQUE
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 30, 2026

Near, far, wherever you are, your next stop should be the St. James Theatre to see Titanique on Broadway. The new musical is now in previews, and it has already welcomed a slew of famous guests. Check out photos of special backstage visits from Julie Chen, Marissa Jaret Winokur and Iain Armitage.
Photos: First Look at TITANIQUE's Broadway Marquee
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 27, 2026

Titanique, the splash-hit musical comedy inspired by the 1997 film Titanic and powered by the songs of Céline Dion, has just begun its 16-week limited engagement on Broadway. Check out photos of the new marquee at the St. James Theatre here!
Video: Go Inside TITANIQUE's First Performance on Broadway
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2026

Watch Marla Mindelle make her first entrance as Céline Dion in Titanique, when the audience immediately erupted into a standing ovation. Watch the curtain call from the preview, which features the cast belting out 'My Heart Will Go On.'
Titanique Broadway Cast: Meet Every Star at the St. James
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

Meet the full Titanique Broadway cast! Jim Parsons, Melissa Barrera, Deborah Cox & more bring this Céline Dion-powered musical comedy to the St. James Theatre.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jim Parsons been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance (Drama League Awards) for Mother Play, Outstanding Featured Performer in a Broadway Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Mother Play, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mother Play, Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical (The Lortels) for A Man of No Importance, Best Featured Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Normal Heart and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Normal Heart.

What awards has Jim Parsons won?

Jim Parsons has won several awards, including Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for his performance in The Normal Heart. Additionally, he received the Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for the same production, The Normal Heart.

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