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Robert Prosky

Robert Prosky is an actor whose BroadwayWorld credits include Democracy, Twelve Angry Men, and A Walk in the Woods. Awards include Helen Hayes Awards (1998).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Herbert Wehner
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Voice of the Judge
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1988
Andrey Botvinnik
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1984
Shelly Levene
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 1983
Alfieri
[Broadway]
1972
Mr. Willis

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Awards and Nominations

Helen Hayes Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production

Robert Prosky, The Price


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Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - The American Express Tribute

Robert Prosky


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 1995 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play

Robert Prosky, The Price

Helen Hayes Awards - 1991 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Production

Robert Prosky, Our Town


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Actor - Play

Robert Prosky, A Walk in the Woods

Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Robert Prosky, A Walk in the Woods

Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Robert Prosky, Glengarry Glen Ross

News

LUNAR ECLIPSE to Make NJ Premiere at East Lynne Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 24, 2026

East Lynne Theater Company will present the New Jersey premiere of Donald Margulies' Lunar Eclipse in Cape May, timed to open alongside an actual lunar eclipse.
LUNAR ECLIPSE to Make NJ Premiere Timed to Real Lunar Eclipse
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 10, 2026

East Lynne Theater Company will present the New Jersey premiere of Donald Margulies' LUNAR ECLIPSE in Cape May, opening on the night of an actual lunar eclipse and starring real-life couple Andy Prosky and Rita Rehn.
Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Fred Kavil Theatre
by Cary Ginell - May 31, 2026

What did our critic think of MRS. DOUBTFIRE at Fred Kavil Theatre?
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2025 Nominated Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - May 4, 2025

The results of the 2025 Tony races are very much still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been Tony-tested before. How did they fare?
Review Roundup: Starry GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS Revival Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2025

The Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Glengarry Glen Ross returns in a starry new Broadway revival, opening tonight at the Palace Theatre! Read reviews for the show below!
Review: A WALK IN THE WOODS at The Abbey Theater
by Paul Batterson - May 21, 2024

What did our critic think of A WALK IN THE WOODS at The Abbey Theater? Bishara’s non-nonsense Honeywell verbally spars with Holliday’s frivolous Botvinnik. The Soviet diplomat believes the only way the treaty can work is if the two develop an attitude of friendship and trust. Honeywell believes the two must maintain a sense of formality.
Interview: Lee Blessing And Joe Bishara of A WALK IN THE WOODS at Abbey Theatre Of Dublin
by Paul Batterson - Apr 18, 2024

“I wish A WALK IN THE WOODS did not feel as timely now as it did when it was originally produced. … This play illuminates the importance for each of us as citizens of the world to understand that there are many layers to foreign politics/relations.” Joe Bishara
THE BROKEN HOLLOW BANSHEE to Debut At Old Academy Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023

As part of its 2023-2024 Season, The Old Academy Players will present the Philadelphia stage premiere of The Broken Hollow Banshee, written and directed by OAP member Rob Rosiello. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Cara Ricketts, Joel Ashur & More to Star in World Premiere of James Ijames' GOOD BONES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2023

The cast is set for the world premiere of Good Bones, the next play from Pulitzer Prize-winner James Ijames.
Cast Announced For ANGELS IN AMERICA at Arena Stage
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2023

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announced the cast and creative team of its upcoming production of Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches, which will run March 24 – April 23, 2023, in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage.
Ron OJ Parson to Receive SDCF's Zelda Fichandler Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2022

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society announced the recipient and finalist for its annual Zelda Fichandler Award.
AGNES OF GOD Announce At Old Academy Players
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2022

As part of their 100th Anniversary Season, Old Academy Players is proud to present the electrifying drama, Agnes of God, as its second mainstage production for 2022-2023. Agnes of God, written by John Pielmeier, debuted at The Eugene O'Neill Playwriting Conference in 1979, and later made its Broadway debut in 1982 starring Elizabeth Ashley, Geraldine Page and Amanda Plummer.
Felicia Curry and Rick Foucheux Join WAPAVA Board of Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2021

The Washington Area Performing Arts Video Archive has announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors. Newly elected members Felicia Curry and Rick Foucheux are both esteemed figures in the DMV Theatre Community, selected to serve alongside WAPAVA’s already impressive list of artistic, educational, and civic leaders.
Theater Stories: ECLIPSED, SLAVE PLAY, HANGMEN and More About the John Golden Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2021

Today's Theater Stories features the John Golden Theatre! Learn about the shows to have graced the stage of the theatre including, The Normal Heart, A Doll's House, Part 2, Eclipsed, Slave Play, and many more!
1st Stage Announces New Commission Of Solo Work From Brilliant Playwrights And Creators 
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2020

During this uncertain time for the nation and the arts community, 1st Stage remains committed to creating diverse, modern work by leading playwrights and performers. Despite the prolonged theatre closure necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the company delights in bringing you the same quality of beautiful, emotional, relatable stories that you could have otherwise seen on our stage.
BWW Exclusive: Johnny Ramey Reflects on BIPOC in the Arts Community
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 21, 2020

Read a piece from actor and Juilliard graduate Johnny Ramey, who hopes to give light to being Black & Brown within our liberal artistic community.
PLAY OF THE DAY! Today's Play: GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS by David Mamet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2020

During this time when productions all over the world have been put on pause, we are coming together to celebrate plays that have left their mark on theater history. This week we will be focusing on the plays of David Mamet. Today's play, Glengarry Glen Ross!
VIDEO: Kathryn Hahn Stages A Scene From GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS With American Girl Dolls
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2020

Kathryn Hahn, Ethan Sandler, and their daughter re-created a scene from the play Glengarry Glen Ross, using American Girl dolls!
Broadway Rewind: Have Fun, Fun, Fun in Rehearsals for GOOD VIBRATIONS in 2004!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 21, 2020

BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge follows two shows from the 2004-2005 season on this edition of Broadway Rewind. It's a look at The Beach Boys musical Good Vibrations, but we start things off at the opening night celebration of the New York production of Michael Frayn's play Democracy which starred Richard Thomas, James Naughton and Robert Prosky. Richard talked about sharing the stage once again with his friend, James Naughton. 'We go way back. This is our fourth play we've done together. We love being onstage together. We're so different in every way, physically and vocally. It's a terrific match for us and we just love to talk to each other onstage.'
THE BAND'S VISIT, JITNEY, And More Nominated for 2020 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2020

Tonight, at a celebration honoring theatre excellence on stages across the Washington area, theatre artists, administrators, patrons, and special guests gathered in the National Theatre's Helen Hayes Gallery for theatreWashington's announcement of nominees for the 36th Annual Helen Hayes Awards, which will be presented on Monday, May 18 at an event at the Anthem.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Robert Prosky been in?

Robert Prosky has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Robert Prosky been in?

Robert Prosky has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Robert Prosky been nominated for?

Outstanding Supporting Performer, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Price , The American Express Tribute (Helen Hayes Awards), Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Price, Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Our Town, Best Actor - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Walk in the Woods, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Walk in the Woods and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Glengarry Glen Ross.

What awards has Robert Prosky won?

Robert Prosky has won the American Express Tribute at the Helen Hayes Awards. He also received the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Resident Play award at the Helen Hayes Awards for his performance in The Price.

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