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Jarrod Spector
In 2007, he joined the 2nd San Francisco cast of Jersey Boys. Spector played Frankie Valli, a role he would play later in Chicago and on Broadway.
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BIO
In 2007, he joined the 2nd San Francisco cast of Jersey Boys. Spector played Frankie Valli, a role he would play later in Chicago and on Broadway.
He appeared on Broadway in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical as Barry Mann from January 2014 to February 2016. He received a nomination for a 2014 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and a nomination for the 2014 Outer Critics Circle Award, Outstanding Featured Actor In A Musical for his portrayal of Barry Mann.
In 2014 he participated in the recording of the demo English version of the Death Note: The Musical. He sang as L alongside Jeremy Jordan as Light.
Spector and his wife Kelli Barrett perform a cabaret act together titled “This Is Dedicated: Music's Greatest Marriages”, in March 2017 at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.
From 2018 to 2019 Spector starred as Sonny Bono in The Cher Show at the Neil Simon Theatre on Broadway.
He is currently playing King George III in the Broadway musical Hamilton.
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STAGE CREDITS
[San Francisco (Regional)]
Pre-Broadway World Premiere at SHN Golden Gate Theatre, 2017
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Awards and Nominations
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical
Jarrod Spector, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical
Jarrod Spector, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Videos
Video: HAMILTON Cast Records '2026: Time for the Midterms' Voting Anthem
by Michael Major - 2026-09-15 13:00:41
Video: Jenn Colella Sings Brandi Carlile's 'The Story' at 54 Below
by Michael Major - 2026-03-03 11:08:02
Exclusive: Amanda Green Is Calling on Broadway Friends to Make You Laugh, Cry and More at Birdland
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-10-06 12:06:16
Video: Watch Taylor Louderman Sing 'Someone Else's Story' at the Muny
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-07-11 16:38:32
Photos & Video: First Look at Jessica Vosk, Taylor Louderman, Jarrod Spector & More in CHESS at The Muny
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-07-06 16:41:24
Video: First Look At BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At The Muny
by Alan Henry - 2023-06-13 16:06:31
Video: Go Inside Rehearsal For BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At The Muny
by A.A. Cristi - 2023-06-09 14:13:31
VIDEO: Watch Nick Cordero 'One of the Great Ones' Memorial Tribute
by Robert Diamond - 2020-09-06 21:00:23
VIDEO: Watch Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett on R&H GOES LIVE! With Laura Osnes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-04-01 17:13:02
BWW Flashback: Celebrate BEAUTIFUL's Anniversary By Looking Back At Opening Night!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2020-01-12 16:18:18
TV: Watch Ashley Park, Erika Henningsen, Ali Stroker & More Raise Their Voices in VOICE FOR CHOICE
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-07-30 11:49:03
VIDEO: The Cast Of THE CHER SHOW Performs 'Believe' at the TONY AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-06-10 11:14:51
VIDEO: THE CHER SHOW Cast Performs 'Song for the Lonely' on TODAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-05-03 10:45:28
News
Special: Wait 'Til You See What's Next at The Green Room 42 in New York
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2026
Ethan Mathias, the 17-year-old baritone who won the 2026 MAC Award for New York Debut – Male, brings his solo show "Wait 'Til You See What's Next" back to The Green Room 42 (Yotel Hotel 570 Tenth Avenue (between 42nd -…
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2026
Ethan Mathias, the 17-year-old baritone who won the 2026 MAC Award for New York Debut – Male, brings his solo show "Wait 'Til You See What's Next" back to The Green Room 42 (Yotel Hotel 570 Tenth Avenue (between 42nd -…
Photos: Bobby Conte and More Celebrate Opening Night of COPPERFIELD! Off-Broadway
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 20, 2026
COPPERFIELD!, the new Off-Broadway musical starring Bobby Conte, recently celebrated opening night at The Duke on 42nd Street. Check out photos from the celebration!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 20, 2026
COPPERFIELD!, the new Off-Broadway musical starring Bobby Conte, recently celebrated opening night at The Duke on 42nd Street. Check out photos from the celebration!
Ethan Mathias Brings Solo Cabaret to The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026
Ethan Mathias, the 17-year-old baritone who won the 2026 MAC Award for New York Debut – Male, brings his solo show 'Wait 'Til You See What's Next' back to The Green Room 42.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026
Ethan Mathias, the 17-year-old baritone who won the 2026 MAC Award for New York Debut – Male, brings his solo show 'Wait 'Til You See What's Next' back to The Green Room 42.
Video: HAMILTON Cast Records '2026: Time for the Midterms' Voting Anthem
by Michael Major - Sep 15, 2026
Members of the Broadway company of HAMILTON recorded a new song, '2026: Time for the Midterms,' to promote National Voter Registration Day alongside When We All Vote. Watch the video!
by Michael Major - Sep 15, 2026
Members of the Broadway company of HAMILTON recorded a new song, '2026: Time for the Midterms,' to promote National Voter Registration Day alongside When We All Vote. Watch the video!
David Foster & Katharine McPhee, David Sedaris, Paul Reiser & More Set for Staller Center Fall 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026
Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University will launch its Fall 2026 season September 26 with David Foster and Katharine McPhee, followed by David Sedaris, Paul Reiser, Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett, Coco Live-to-Film and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026
Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University will launch its Fall 2026 season September 26 with David Foster and Katharine McPhee, followed by David Sedaris, Paul Reiser, Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett, Coco Live-to-Film and more.
Matt Doyle and More Set for Broadway Cabaret Fall 2026 Season at Rittenhouse Grill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2026
Philly Cabaret has revealed its Fall 2026 lineup at Rittenhouse Grill, featuring Tony Award winners Debbie Gravitte and Matt Doyle along with Bryce Allen Pinkham, Scarlett Strallen, Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2026
Philly Cabaret has revealed its Fall 2026 lineup at Rittenhouse Grill, featuring Tony Award winners Debbie Gravitte and Matt Doyle along with Bryce Allen Pinkham, Scarlett Strallen, Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector.
Tanglewood Learning Institute Unveils 2026-27 Year-Round Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026
Tanglewood Learning Institute announced its most expansive season to date, featuring classical, jazz, Broadway, and dance performances at the Linde Center for Music and Learning.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026
Tanglewood Learning Institute announced its most expansive season to date, featuring classical, jazz, Broadway, and dance performances at the Linde Center for Music and Learning.
Photos: On the BEACHES Opening Night Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 23, 2026
Beaches has made it to Broadway! The new musical just celebrated its opening night at the Majestic Theatre, where it is set to run through Sunday, September 6. Check out photos from the star-studded opening night red carpet here.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 23, 2026
Beaches has made it to Broadway! The new musical just celebrated its opening night at the Majestic Theatre, where it is set to run through Sunday, September 6. Check out photos from the star-studded opening night red carpet here.
Kelli O’Hara, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Patrick Ball and More Join Broadway Earth Day Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026
Additional performers and guest speakers have been revealed for the 5th Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day Concert, including Kelli O’Hara, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Patrick Ball and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026
Additional performers and guest speakers have been revealed for the 5th Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day Concert, including Kelli O’Hara, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Patrick Ball and more.
Meet the Cast of BEACHES, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are now underway for Beaches, A New Musical, the new musical about the friends who carry us through life. Learn more and meet the cast of Beaches here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026
Performances are now underway for Beaches, A New Musical, the new musical about the friends who carry us through life. Learn more and meet the cast of Beaches here!
Jessie Mueller, Jenn Colella and More to Join Earth Day Concert in Times Square
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026
The 5th Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day concert will take place Saturday, April 25 from 11am–3pm in Times Square’s Duffy Square in front of the iconic red steps. The event will feature a lineup of Broadway stars.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026
The 5th Annual Broadway Celebrates Earth Day concert will take place Saturday, April 25 from 11am–3pm in Times Square’s Duffy Square in front of the iconic red steps. The event will feature a lineup of Broadway stars.
Video: Jenn Colella Sings Brandi Carlile's 'The Story' at 54 Below
by Michael Major - Mar 3, 2026
54 Below has released new video footage of Jenn Colella performing 'The Story' by Brandi Carlile. The performance took place at author Eli Rallo's release party for her recent book of essays, Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?
by Michael Major - Mar 3, 2026
54 Below has released new video footage of Jenn Colella performing 'The Story' by Brandi Carlile. The performance took place at author Eli Rallo's release party for her recent book of essays, Does Anyone Else Feel This Way?
Jessica Vosk & Kelli Barrett Will Lead BEACHES on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 16, 2025
Following its sold-out, award-winning international premiere, Beaches, A New Musical will open on Broadway this spring at the Majestic Theatre, for a limited New York engagement to launch its multi-city National Tour.
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 16, 2025
Following its sold-out, award-winning international premiere, Beaches, A New Musical will open on Broadway this spring at the Majestic Theatre, for a limited New York engagement to launch its multi-city National Tour.
FILIPINOS ON BROADWAY and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Filipinos on Broadway featuring Tatianna Cordoba and more! See the full lineup here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Filipinos on Broadway featuring Tatianna Cordoba and more! See the full lineup here.
Photos: More From Inside the HAMILTON's 'Hamil-TEN' Celebration
by Bruce Glikas - Aug 9, 2025
Earlier this week, Hamilton celebrated 10 years on Broadway with celebrations throughout the day. Check out even more photos from inside the epic day of celebration here!
by Bruce Glikas - Aug 9, 2025
Earlier this week, Hamilton celebrated 10 years on Broadway with celebrations throughout the day. Check out even more photos from inside the epic day of celebration here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 11, 2025
by - Aug 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Aug 11, 2025
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: Jarrod Spector Is the King (George) of Broadway
by Robert Bannon - Aug 8, 2025
Tony nominee Jarrod Spector stops by The Roundtable to talk about his hilarious and scene-stealing turn as King George in the Broadway blockbuster Hamilton. Known for his powerhouse vocals and sharp comedic timing, Jarrod shares what it’s like to play royalty eight times a week, the joy (and challenge) of stepping into one of musical theatre’s most iconic roles, and how he keeps the performance fresh and funny every night. Watch in this video.
by Robert Bannon - Aug 8, 2025
Tony nominee Jarrod Spector stops by The Roundtable to talk about his hilarious and scene-stealing turn as King George in the Broadway blockbuster Hamilton. Known for his powerhouse vocals and sharp comedic timing, Jarrod shares what it’s like to play royalty eight times a week, the joy (and challenge) of stepping into one of musical theatre’s most iconic roles, and how he keeps the performance fresh and funny every night. Watch in this video.
Photos: Inside the HAMILTEN Celebration and Block Party
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2025
Check out new photos from inside the Hamilten celebration! Yesterday, Wednesday, August 6, 2025, Hamilton celebrated 10 years on Broadway with celebrations throughout the day.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2025
Check out new photos from inside the Hamilten celebration! Yesterday, Wednesday, August 6, 2025, Hamilton celebrated 10 years on Broadway with celebrations throughout the day.
Video: Highlights from Broadway In Bryant Park with THE OUTSIDERS, HADESTOWN, and More
by Joey Mervis - Jul 26, 2025
LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park continued its 2025 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Watch highlights from the casts of The Outsiders, Hadestown, Six and more in this video!
by Joey Mervis - Jul 26, 2025
LITE FM's Broadway in Bryant Park continued its 2025 program, bringing the best of Broadway back together for free performances, every Thursday in July. Watch highlights from the casts of The Outsiders, Hadestown, Six and more in this video!
Video: Sneak Peek of Broadway In Bryant Park, Week 3
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 24, 2025
This week's performances featured the casts of Hadestown, Hamilton, Mamma Mia!, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, SIX, and The Outsiders. Catch a sneak peek in these videos.
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 24, 2025
This week's performances featured the casts of Hadestown, Hamilton, Mamma Mia!, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, SIX, and The Outsiders. Catch a sneak peek in these videos.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jarrod Spector been in?
Jarrod Spector has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
How many West End shows has Jarrod Spector been in?
Jarrod Spector has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jarrod Spector been nominated for?
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
Podcasts
Episode 27: KELLI BARRETT & JARROD SPECTOR
Broadway's power couple Kelli Barrett & Jarrod Spector dropped by to chat with Assistant Programming Director Kevin Ferguson about kings and queens of music, FX channel's Fosse/Verdon, and becoming characters based on real life people.
EP26 - Jarrod Spector - Splish, Splash, Spector
In episode 26, Little Me host and Broadway Workshop director, Marc Tumminelli catches up with TONY nominee, Jarrod Spector!
Ep26 - Jarrod Spector: Record Breaker, Heart Taker
Tony nominee Jarrod Spector made his Broadway debut as Gavroche in the original production of Les Misérables, and went on to play a record-breaking 1500 performances as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys on Broadway.
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