Peter Scolari
Birth Place: New Rochelle, NY, USA
Latest News on Peter Scolari:
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Christine Dwyer Made Me Punch a Light Bulb (Oct 1, 2023)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 12th, 2023 (Sep 12, 2023)
Lauren Samuels, Patrick Ortiz, Norman Large & More to Lead FOR A MOMENT IN TIME at the Garry Marshall Theater (Mar 16, 2023)
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Christine Dwyer Made Me Punch a Light Bulb (Oct 1, 2023)
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 12th, 2023 (Sep 12, 2023)
Lauren Samuels, Patrick Ortiz, Norman Large & More to Lead FOR A MOMENT IN TIME at the Garry Marshall Theater (Mar 16, 2023)
BIO
TV: Emmy Award winner for "Newhart," also "Bosom Buddies," "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids," "The West Wing," "ER," "Family Ties," "King of Queens," "The Nanny," "Reba," "From the Earth to the Moon" (HBO), "Stop the World, I Want to Get Off" (Showtime), recurring role as Lena Durham's father on HBO's series "Girls." Film: The Polar Express, That Thing You Do, Camp Nowhere, A Plumm Summer. Broadway/NY: Magic/Bird, Hairspray, Sly Fox, Out of this World and Ziegfeld Follies of 1937 (City Center Encores!). World premieres of Daniel Sullivan's Inspecting Carol and Ken Ludwig's Fox on the Fairway. Winner, Berkshire Theatre Festival Best Actor Award for The Foreigner.
Photos
Tracy Shayne (Carmen Berra), Peter Scolari (Yogi Berra), Keith Nobbs (Billy Martin), Billy Sample, Bill Dawes (Thurman Munson & Mickey Mantle), John Wernke (Lou Gehrig), Randy Jones, Chris Henry Coffey (Joe DiMaggio)
Date:
01/31/2014
From: Photo Flash: Former New York Yankee Billy Sample Visits Broadway's BRONX BOMBERS
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Women's Project Theater Original Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Robert [Replacement]
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[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
The Chief of Police
Abner Truckle (Understudy)
Lawyer Craven (Understudy)
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[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz [Replacement]
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[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Wilbur Turnblad [Replacement]
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Movies
The Rosebud Beach Hotel
[ 1984 ] Elliot
[ 1984 ] Elliot
Corporate Affairs
[ 1990 ] Simon Tanner
[ 1990 ] Simon Tanner
Ticks
[ 1993 ] Charles Danson
[ 1993 ] Charles Danson
Camp Nowhere
[ 1994 ] Donald Himmel
[ 1994 ] Donald Himmel
That Thing You Do!
[ 1996 ] Troy Chesterfield
[ 1996 ] Troy Chesterfield
Sorority Boys
[ 2002 ] Louis
[ 2002 ] Louis
The Polar Express
[ 2004 ] Billy - Lonely Boy
[ 2004 ] Billy - Lonely Boy
Cathedral Pines
[ 2006 ] Father Mike McGary
[ 2006 ] Father Mike McGary
Mentor
[ 2006 ] Jonathan Parks
[ 2006 ] Jonathan Parks
A Plumm Summer
[ 2007 ] Agent Hardigan
[ 2007 ] Agent Hardigan
Suburban Girl
[ 2007 ] Mickey Lamm
[ 2007 ] Mickey Lamm
Letting Go
[ 2012 ] Bill
[ 2012 ] Bill
Dean
[ 2016 ] Patrick
[ 2016 ] Patrick
All You Can Eat
[ 2018 ] Dr. Zukreski
[ 2018 ] Dr. Zukreski
The Social Ones
[ 2019 ] Stephen Schpelnick
[ 2019 ] Stephen Schpelnick
Looks That Kill
[ 2020 ] Paul
[ 2020 ] Paul
TV Shows
Batman: The Animated Series
The Shark, Gunther Hardwicke, John Hamner
The Shark, Gunther Hardwicke, John Hamner
Bosom Buddies
Henry Desmond, Hildegarde 'Hilde' Desmond
Henry Desmond, Hildegarde 'Hilde' Desmond
Dave's World
Kenny's Boss, Fred
Kenny's Boss, Fred
Evil
Bishop Thomas Marx
Bishop Thomas Marx
Gargoyles
Preston Vogel
Preston Vogel
Girls
Tad Horvath
Tad Horvath
Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: The TV Show
Wayne Szalinski
Wayne Szalinski
Newhart
Michael Harris
Michael Harris
Touched by an Angel
Tim Albright, Charles Hibbard
Tim Albright, Charles Hibbard
Videos
VIDEO: On This Day, April 1- Tom Hanks Makes His Broadway Debut In Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-04-01 11:31:00
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Peter Scolari Guests on NBC's LAW & ORDER: SVU
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-10-26 10:05:53
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Full Disclosure' Episode of GIRLS on HBO
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-03-13 07:50:52
STAGE TUBE: Get a Bird's-Eye View as 'Glinda' with Kara Lindsay at WICKED
by Stage Tube - 2016-12-30 13:08:33
STAGE TUBE: Peter Scolari Talks CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY & More on NEW YORK LIVE
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-05-25 19:00:54
TV: BRONX BOMBERS Opening Night Red Carpet With Eric Simonson, Kate Baldwin, Dee Snider, Karen Ziemba and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-02-10 16:46:40
TV: Chatting with the Company of BRONX BOMBERS on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-02-08 08:00:01
TV: Highlights from Broadway's BRONX BOMBERS - Peter Scolari, Francois Battiste, John Wernke and More!
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2014-01-29 18:20:54
STAGE TUBE: Annaleigh Ashford, John Tartaglia & More Perform at BORN FOR BROADWAY 2013
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-10-06 19:58:51
STAGE TUBE: BC/EFA's 2013 Easter Bonnet Competition Raises Over $4.2 Million - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - 2013-04-23 17:48:05
STAGE TUBE: FULL HOUSE Alums Bob Saget and John Stamos Get in Bidding War at LUCKY GUY!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-04-10 12:39:50
TV: Tom Hanks, George C. Wolfe and LUCKY GUY Cast Celebrate Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-04-02 12:21:29
TV: First Video Preview for LUCKY GUY - Tom Hanks, Maura Tierney, Christopher McDonald and More
by Robert Diamond - 2013-03-30 15:08:58
News
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Christine Dwyer Made Me Punch a Light Bulb
by Jayke Workman - Oct 1, 2023
Christine Dwyer shares about her experience moving up through the ranks of the touring company of Wicked to eventually play the leading role on Broadway, and how difficult the audition process can be. We talk about our shared experience of having attended The Hartt School for college in Connecticut, and making the leap to a life in NYC.
by Jayke Workman - Oct 1, 2023
Christine Dwyer shares about her experience moving up through the ranks of the touring company of Wicked to eventually play the leading role on Broadway, and how difficult the audition process can be. We talk about our shared experience of having attended The Hartt School for college in Connecticut, and making the leap to a life in NYC.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 12th, 2023
by - Sep 12, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 12, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
by - Sep 12, 2023
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 12, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours:
Lauren Samuels, Patrick Ortiz, Norman Large & More to Lead FOR A MOMENT IN TIME at the Garry Marshall Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2023
'For a Moment in Time' will have a debut reading for producers on March 17 at the Garry Marshall Theater in Burbank, California.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 16, 2023
'For a Moment in Time' will have a debut reading for producers on March 17 at the Garry Marshall Theater in Burbank, California.
Recap the Works of Sharr White on Stage and Screen
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2023
This winter, three of the theatre's most inventive, inspired and award-winning artists bring to vivid theatrical life a comic and dramatic portrait of a mother, a father and the son who photographed their lives. Pictures From Home marks Sharr White's third Broadway play, but his writing credits don't stop there. Recap his previous work here!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2023
This winter, three of the theatre's most inventive, inspired and award-winning artists bring to vivid theatrical life a comic and dramatic portrait of a mother, a father and the son who photographed their lives. Pictures From Home marks Sharr White's third Broadway play, but his writing credits don't stop there. Recap his previous work here!
PICTURES FROM HOME Box Office to Open Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2022
Celebrate the laughter and joy of the holidays with a special box office opening of Pictures From Home beginning Monday, December 19 at Studio 54 on Broadway, coinciding with the beginning of Hanukkah.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2022
Celebrate the laughter and joy of the holidays with a special box office opening of Pictures From Home beginning Monday, December 19 at Studio 54 on Broadway, coinciding with the beginning of Hanukkah.
Sacred Heart University Community Theatre Presents December Films
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2022
The SHU Community Theatre presents a month of film programming in December. This month's highlights include sing-along screenings of Disney's Frozen and Frozen II on Dec. 30, and a Q&A with the filmmaker of Santaman, after the Dec. 18, screening of the new holiday film.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2022
The SHU Community Theatre presents a month of film programming in December. This month's highlights include sing-along screenings of Disney's Frozen and Frozen II on Dec. 30, and a Q&A with the filmmaker of Santaman, after the Dec. 18, screening of the new holiday film.
Tickets Now On Sale for PICTURES FROM HOME Starring Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2022
Tickets are now on sale for the Broadway premiere of Pictures From Home. Three of the theatre’s most inventive, inspired and award-winning artists will return to the stage, bringing to vivid theatrical life a comic and dramatic portrait of a mother, a father and the son who photographed their lives.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2022
Tickets are now on sale for the Broadway premiere of Pictures From Home. Three of the theatre’s most inventive, inspired and award-winning artists will return to the stage, bringing to vivid theatrical life a comic and dramatic portrait of a mother, a father and the son who photographed their lives.
Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker Will Lead PICTURES FROM HOME on Broadway Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2022
Pictures From Home is headed to Broadway in 2023 starring Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker and staged by award-winning director Bartlett Sher. Learn more about the play and how to purchase tickets here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2022
Pictures From Home is headed to Broadway in 2023 starring Nathan Lane, Danny Burstein and Zoë Wanamaker and staged by award-winning director Bartlett Sher. Learn more about the play and how to purchase tickets here!
Review Roundup: MRS. DOUBTFIRE Opens on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2021
Mrs. Doubtfire, the new musical comedy, officially opened on Broadway tonight, December 5, at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St). Check out what the critics are saying!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2021
Mrs. Doubtfire, the new musical comedy, officially opened on Broadway tonight, December 5, at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 W 43rd St). Check out what the critics are saying!
VIDEO: Tom Hanks Opens Up About Peter Scolari's Passing on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2021
Tom Hanks appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night discuss is new film The Finch. In the interview, he opened up about his friendship with the late Peter Scolari, discussing the beginning of their friendship while filming 'Bosom Buddies', revealing that they were 'molecularly connected' on set.
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2021
Tom Hanks appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night discuss is new film The Finch. In the interview, he opened up about his friendship with the late Peter Scolari, discussing the beginning of their friendship while filming 'Bosom Buddies', revealing that they were 'molecularly connected' on set.
Emmy-Winner Peter Scolari Passes Away at 66
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2021
Peter Scolari's Broadway credits included The Wizard in Wicked, Wilbur Turnblad in Hairspray, Yogi in Bronx Bombers, and Michael Daly in Lucky Guy. He was also seen in Magic/Bird, Sly Fox, and Ziegfeld Follies of 1936 at Encores! City Center. He is also known for his Emmy winning performance in Girls, Newhart, Bosom Buddies, and Fosse/Verdon.
by Michael Major - Oct 22, 2021
Peter Scolari's Broadway credits included The Wizard in Wicked, Wilbur Turnblad in Hairspray, Yogi in Bronx Bombers, and Michael Daly in Lucky Guy. He was also seen in Magic/Bird, Sly Fox, and Ziegfeld Follies of 1936 at Encores! City Center. He is also known for his Emmy winning performance in Girls, Newhart, Bosom Buddies, and Fosse/Verdon.
Susan Derry Will Bring INGENUE YOU WHEN to Feinstein's/54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2021
Susan Derry of Broadway's Wonderful Town, The Phantom of the Opera, and more Encores! than you can count, makes her Feinstein's/54 Below debut with “Ingenue You When,” an evening of sparkling classics remixed for the daring, dazzling woman she's become.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2021
Susan Derry of Broadway's Wonderful Town, The Phantom of the Opera, and more Encores! than you can count, makes her Feinstein's/54 Below debut with “Ingenue You When,” an evening of sparkling classics remixed for the daring, dazzling woman she's become.
VIDEO: On This Day, April 1- Tom Hanks Makes His Broadway Debut In Nora Ephron's LUCKY GUY
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2021
On this day in 2013, Academy Award-winner Tom Hanks made his Broadway debut in Lucky Guy, written by Nora Ephron and directed by George C. Wolfe.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2021
On this day in 2013, Academy Award-winner Tom Hanks made his Broadway debut in Lucky Guy, written by Nora Ephron and directed by George C. Wolfe.
BWW Feature: THE SHOW MUST GO ON(LINE)! at Penguin Repertory Theatre
by Peter Danish - Nov 19, 2020
STONY POINT, NY - NOVEMBER 16, 2020 - 'As theatres remain dark, Penguin Rep remains committed to making art and to connecting with our community,' says founding artistic director Joe Brancato. 'As we grapple with a way to tell stories given the continued closure of theatres, we are inspired by other challenging periods in history when Americans were distant but connected, and excited by the idea of working with different medium.'
by Peter Danish - Nov 19, 2020
STONY POINT, NY - NOVEMBER 16, 2020 - 'As theatres remain dark, Penguin Rep remains committed to making art and to connecting with our community,' says founding artistic director Joe Brancato. 'As we grapple with a way to tell stories given the continued closure of theatres, we are inspired by other challenging periods in history when Americans were distant but connected, and excited by the idea of working with different medium.'
Brian Cranston, Laurie Metcalf, Andre De Shields and More Join Penguin Rep's KEEPING LIVE THEATRE ALIVE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2020
Tony and Emmy Award-winners Brian Cranston (Breaking Bad, Trumbo) and Tony Shalhoub (Monk, The Band's Visit) are among the stellar performers being brought to you by Penguin Rep Theatre as part of the exciting, innovative Keeping Live Theatre Alive! initiative.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2020
Tony and Emmy Award-winners Brian Cranston (Breaking Bad, Trumbo) and Tony Shalhoub (Monk, The Band's Visit) are among the stellar performers being brought to you by Penguin Rep Theatre as part of the exciting, innovative Keeping Live Theatre Alive! initiative.
Virtual Theatre Today: Monday, August 24- with Mandy Gonzalez, Sutton Foster, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 24, 2020
Today (August 24) in live streaming: Broadway orchestrators unite, Rachel Bay Jones sings with Seth Rudetsky, and so much more!
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 24, 2020
Today (August 24) in live streaming: Broadway orchestrators unite, Rachel Bay Jones sings with Seth Rudetsky, and so much more!
New Jersey Local and Regional Theaters Form #Theatre5Alliance
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2020
Five theater organizations today announced the formation of the #theatre5alliance to bring the arts to people's homes and to highlight the importance of keeping local theater alive and thriving.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2020
Five theater organizations today announced the formation of the #theatre5alliance to bring the arts to people's homes and to highlight the importance of keeping local theater alive and thriving.
Judith Light, Bryan Cranston, Laurie Metcalf and More Join #theatre5alliance Project
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2020
Five theater organizations today announced the formation of the #theatre5alliance to bring the arts to people's homes and to highlight the importance of keeping local theater alive and thriving.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2020
Five theater organizations today announced the formation of the #theatre5alliance to bring the arts to people's homes and to highlight the importance of keeping local theater alive and thriving.
Julie Andrews, Euan Morton, Q. Smith and Peter Scolari Featured on Remaining Episodes of BACKSTAGE WITH MMD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2020
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is announcing the online interview series Backstage with MMD: Random Notes & Anecdotes From Productions Directed By Marcia Milgrom Dodge is now half-finished, with only four episodes remaining.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2020
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is announcing the online interview series Backstage with MMD: Random Notes & Anecdotes From Productions Directed By Marcia Milgrom Dodge is now half-finished, with only four episodes remaining.
Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, July 16- with Julianne Moore, George Takei & More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 16, 2020
Today (July 16) in live streaming: Broadway barks is back, MCC presents Good As New, and so much more!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 16, 2020
Today (July 16) in live streaming: Broadway barks is back, MCC presents Good As New, and so much more!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Peter Scolari been in?
Peter Scolari has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Peter Scolari been in?
Peter Scolari has not appeared in the West End.
Videos