Gregg Edelman
Date of Birth: September 12, 1958 (67)
Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA
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BIO
Gregg Edelman was last on Broadway in Wonderful Town. Other Broadway credits include Into the Woods, 1776, City of Angels, Passion, Falsettos, Cabaret, Les Misérables and Cats. He's been nominated for four Tony Awards, two Drama Desk Awards (one win) and two Outer Critics Awards. Film and television credits include Little Children, Spiderman 2, Crimes and Misdemeanors and the upcoming The Proposal, and he is a regular on the CBS series "Hack."
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Production, 2017
Voltaire, Pangloss, Governor, Businessman, Police Chief, 2nd Gambler, Wisest Man
[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Company Production, 2012
Reverend Mr. Crisparkle
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Bustopher Jones [Replacement], Growltiger [Replacement], Asparagus [Replacement]
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Connection
Movies
The Manhattan Project
[ 1986 ] Science Teacher
[ 1986 ] Science Teacher
Crimes and Misdemeanors
[ 1989 ] Chris
[ 1989 ] Chris
Green Card
[ 1990 ] Phil
[ 1990 ] Phil
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Mark Loest
[ 1996 ] Mark Loest
Hudson River Blues
[ 1997 ] Dudley
[ 1997 ] Dudley
Anastasia
[ 1997 ] Ensemble and Character Vocals
[ 1997 ] Ensemble and Character Vocals
Cradle Will Rock
[ 1999 ] Blitzstein - Dream Larry Foreman
[ 1999 ] Blitzstein - Dream Larry Foreman
Puppet
[ 1999 ] Oscar
[ 1999 ] Oscar
City by the Sea
[ 2002 ] A.P.C. Johnson
[ 2002 ] A.P.C. Johnson
Hollywood Ending
[ 2002 ] Galaxie Executive
[ 2002 ] Galaxie Executive
Spider-Man 2
[ 2004 ] Dr. Davis
[ 2004 ] Dr. Davis
Little Children
[ 2006 ] Richard Pierce
[ 2006 ] Richard Pierce
The Proposal
[ 2009 ] Lead Counsel Malloy
[ 2009 ] Lead Counsel Malloy
Liberal Arts
[ 2012 ] Robert
[ 2012 ] Robert
Night Has Settled
[ 2014 ] Dr. Root
[ 2014 ] Dr. Root
Jane Wants a Boyfriend
[ 2015 ] Father
[ 2015 ] Father
Larchmont
[ 2016 ] Arthur Burch
[ 2016 ] Arthur Burch
All the Little Things We Kill
[ 2019 ] Agent Bracken
[ 2019 ] Agent Bracken
TV Shows
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Dr. Lucas, Daniel Brown
Dr. Lucas, Daniel Brown
Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Gregg Edelman, Wonderful Town
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gregg Edelman, Into the Woods
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Drama Desk Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Gregg Edelman, 1776
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1998 - Best Featured Actor - Musical
Gregg Edelman, 1776
Tony Awards - 1998 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gregg Edelman, 1776
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Gregg Edelman, 1776
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical
Gregg Edelman, 1776
Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Gregg Edelman, Anna Karenina
Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gregg Edelman, City of Angels
Tony Awards - 1990 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Gregg Edelman, City of Angels
Videos
Video: Isabelle McCalla & Gregg Edelman Sing 'Shouldn't Be Surprised' in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-07-09 10:05:28
Video: Watch the Cast of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Perform 'The Lion Has Got No Teeth'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-05-04 14:55:37
Video: Get a First Look at WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-04-29 14:33:50
Video: Watch the WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Opening Night Curtain Call from the Wings
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-24 15:58:29
Video: Watch Grant Gustin & Isabelle McCalla Perform 'Wild' From WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Michael Major - 2024-03-13 16:38:27
Photos & Video: Inside WATER FOR ELEPHANTS' First Preview Curtain Call
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-02-26 15:16:04
TV: Old Friends Reunite at The Actors Fund Gala- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-05-10 15:38:50
TV: The Wives Have Arrived! Watch Highlights from Broadway-Bound THE FIRST WIVES CLUB in Chicago
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-11 12:28:35
News
PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS to Make NYC Debut at Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Bistro Award winner Therese Lee will debut PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, weaving Bing Crosby's music with personal stories and songs from Cole Porter to Joni Mitchell.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Bistro Award winner Therese Lee will debut PENNIES FROM HEAVEN, MY LIFE IN BING CROSBY SONGS at Don't Tell Mama, weaving Bing Crosby's music with personal stories and songs from Cole Porter to Joni Mitchell.
Photos: JOHN & JEN At Berkshire Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group is presenting JOHN & JEN at The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. The Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald musical runs May 20 through June 7, 2026, directed by Tony Award nominee Gregg Edelman and starring Jake Bentley Young and Samantha Gershman. See photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group is presenting JOHN & JEN at The Unicorn Theatre in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. The Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald musical runs May 20 through June 7, 2026, directed by Tony Award nominee Gregg Edelman and starring Jake Bentley Young and Samantha Gershman. See photos of the production.
JOHN & JEN Full Cast Announced At Berkshire Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced casting for JOHN & JEN, the musical by Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald. The production will be directed by Gregg Edelman and run at The Unicorn Theatre. Performances will take place on the Larry Vaber Stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2026
Berkshire Theatre Group has announced casting for JOHN & JEN, the musical by Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald. The production will be directed by Gregg Edelman and run at The Unicorn Theatre. Performances will take place on the Larry Vaber Stage.
2026 TRU LOVE BENEFIT Celebrated Tonya Pinkins, Bonnie Comley and Stewart F. Lane
by Gillian Blum - Feb 14, 2026
Despite sub-zero temperatures, a nearly full house of theater lovers braved the cold to come together for a warm celebration at Green Room 42 in Manhattan, on Sunday, February 8.
by Gillian Blum - Feb 14, 2026
Despite sub-zero temperatures, a nearly full house of theater lovers braved the cold to come together for a warm celebration at Green Room 42 in Manhattan, on Sunday, February 8.
Lorna Dallas to Perform THE CABARET FILES at Chelsea Table + Stag
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Lorna Dallas, one of cabaret's most acclaimed and cherished artists and the recipient of a 2020 Bistro Award for “Consummate Cabaret Artistry,” returns to Chelsea Table + Stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Lorna Dallas, one of cabaret's most acclaimed and cherished artists and the recipient of a 2020 Bistro Award for “Consummate Cabaret Artistry,” returns to Chelsea Table + Stage.
Theater Resources Unlimited Shares Updated Cast And Honorees For 2026 TRU LOVE BENEFIT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited has announced updated casting and honorees for its upcoming TRU Love Benefit. The annual fundraiser will celebrate leaders in theater production, digital access, and humanitarian advocacy.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited has announced updated casting and honorees for its upcoming TRU Love Benefit. The annual fundraiser will celebrate leaders in theater production, digital access, and humanitarian advocacy.
Theater Resources Unlimited To Announce Cast And Honorees For 2026 TRU LOVE BENEFIT
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will present its 2026 TRU Love Benefit honoring leaders and artists from the theater community. The event will feature performances by Broadway veterans and emerging artists, along with awards recognizing artistic and humanitarian contributions.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will present its 2026 TRU Love Benefit honoring leaders and artists from the theater community. The event will feature performances by Broadway veterans and emerging artists, along with awards recognizing artistic and humanitarian contributions.
Review: METAMORPHOSES at Berkshire Theatre Group
by Marc Savitt - Sep 29, 2025
Directed by Isadora Wolfe this production is rather unusual and quite unique. It is physical, poetic and charged with emotional power. Packed with passion, revenge, hubris and heartbreak, METAMORPHOSES is a gripping night of theatre that proves the ancient myths still burn with relevance today.
by Marc Savitt - Sep 29, 2025
Directed by Isadora Wolfe this production is rather unusual and quite unique. It is physical, poetic and charged with emotional power. Packed with passion, revenge, hubris and heartbreak, METAMORPHOSES is a gripping night of theatre that proves the ancient myths still burn with relevance today.
Photos: GENE & GILDA Opens Off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 28, 2025
Penguin Rep Theatre is presenting the Off-Broadway premiere of Gene & Gilda, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato. See photos from opening night here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 28, 2025
Penguin Rep Theatre is presenting the Off-Broadway premiere of Gene & Gilda, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato. See photos from opening night here!
GLORY RIDE to Have Two Industry Readings This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025
The new musical, Glory Ride, which tells the true story about Tour de France champion Gino Bartali, who secretly saved hundreds of innocent lives during Mussolini’s Fascist reign in World War II, will have two NYC industry readings this month.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025
The new musical, Glory Ride, which tells the true story about Tour de France champion Gino Bartali, who secretly saved hundreds of innocent lives during Mussolini’s Fascist reign in World War II, will have two NYC industry readings this month.
Photos: Barry Kleinbort Takes the Stage At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2025
On Monday night, Birdland welcomed Barry Kleinbort toits stage Mr. Kleinbort himself hosted the fun, weaving together backstage anecdotes from his legendary career crafting material for some of the stage's most iconic divas. See photos from the show.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2025
On Monday night, Birdland welcomed Barry Kleinbort toits stage Mr. Kleinbort himself hosted the fun, weaving together backstage anecdotes from his legendary career crafting material for some of the stage's most iconic divas. See photos from the show.
JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS to Present THE KLEINBORT COLLECTION at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2025
“Jamie deRoy & friends” will present The Kleinbort Collection, a one night only cabaret featuring songs by award winning composer and lyricist Barry Kleinbort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 25, 2025
“Jamie deRoy & friends” will present The Kleinbort Collection, a one night only cabaret featuring songs by award winning composer and lyricist Barry Kleinbort
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Enters Final Three Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS will play its final performance on Broadway in three weeks. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the musical before it closes on Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2024
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS will play its final performance on Broadway in three weeks. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets to the musical before it closes on Broadway.
Ann Kittredge Returns To Chelsea Table + Stage For Encore Performance Of ROMANTIC NOTIONS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024
Ann Kittredge will perform an encore of 'Romantic Notions' at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 14 at 7 PM.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2024
Ann Kittredge will perform an encore of 'Romantic Notions' at Chelsea Table + Stage on November 14 at 7 PM.
Judith Lynn Stillman Hosts Star-studded Business Of The Arts Event
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024
Multi award-winning pianist, composer, music director, filmmaker and entrepreneur Dr. Judith Lynn Stillman (r.) - an Artist in Residence at Rhode Island College (RIC) in Providence - is the force behind the inaugural 'ArtsBiz,' a free-to-the-public, star-studded event that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the business of the performing arts.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2024
Multi award-winning pianist, composer, music director, filmmaker and entrepreneur Dr. Judith Lynn Stillman (r.) - an Artist in Residence at Rhode Island College (RIC) in Providence - is the force behind the inaugural 'ArtsBiz,' a free-to-the-public, star-studded event that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the business of the performing arts.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Water for Elephants will play its final performance at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre on Sunday, December 8th, 2024.
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 1, 2024
BroadwayWorld has just learned that Water for Elephants will play its final performance at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre on Sunday, December 8th, 2024.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Launch Memory Maker Program Ticketing Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is launching the Memory Maker Program—a special ticketing initiative with a number of non-profit organizations to help support their missions and efforts. Learn more about the initiative.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS is launching the Memory Maker Program—a special ticketing initiative with a number of non-profit organizations to help support their missions and efforts. Learn more about the initiative.
Video: Go Behind the Trapeze Work in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Michael Major - Sep 10, 2024
Watch a video of an inside look at the trapeze work in Water For Elephants on Broadway! See cast member Sam Renaud control the rigs for the trapezes while Isabelle McCalla sings 'Easy.' While singing along, Renaud controlled the rigging that supports the intricate fly system used in the production.
by Michael Major - Sep 10, 2024
Watch a video of an inside look at the trapeze work in Water For Elephants on Broadway! See cast member Sam Renaud control the rigs for the trapezes while Isabelle McCalla sings 'Easy.' While singing along, Renaud controlled the rigging that supports the intricate fly system used in the production.
Video: Kyle Selig Joins WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Water For Elephants officially welcomed Kyle Selig in the role of Jacob Jankowski beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Check out a behind the scenes video as well as Selig's first curtain call!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Water For Elephants officially welcomed Kyle Selig in the role of Jacob Jankowski beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Check out a behind the scenes video as well as Selig's first curtain call!
Video: Grant Gustin Takes Final Bow in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Grant Gustin played his final performance as 'Jacob Jankowski' in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Check out a video of his final curtain call here!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 4, 2024
Grant Gustin played his final performance as 'Jacob Jankowski' in WATER FOR ELEPHANTS on Broadway on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre. Check out a video of his final curtain call here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Gregg Edelman been in?
Gregg Edelman has appeared on Broadway in 16 shows.
How many West End shows has Gregg Edelman been in?
Gregg Edelman has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Gregg Edelman been nominated for?
Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Wonderful Town, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Into the Woods, Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for 1776, Best Featured Actor - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for 1776, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for 1776, Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for 1776, Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for 1776, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Anna Karenina, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for City of Angels and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for City of Angels.
What awards has Gregg Edelman won?
Gregg Edelman won the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical for 1776. He received this award recognition for his performance in the production.
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