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BIO

Alex Brightman is a two-time Tony Award-nominated actor and writer.

His Broadway credits include Beetlejuice, School of Rock, The Shark is Broken, and Spamalot. On television, he can be seen as Herbie in the final season of “The Blacklist,” as well as “Law & Order: SVU,” “Documentary Now!,” “Impractical Jokers,” and “Dead End: Paranormal Park.” You can hear Alex on Prime Video's acclaimed series, “Hazbin Hotel” &; “Helluva Boss,” as Sir Pentious, Adam, &; Fizzarolli. Alex urges you to check out, and donate to, The Arthritis Foundation. He also has a dog named Kevin. Go Thunder.

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STAGE CREDITS

Schmigadoon!
[Broadway]
2026
Josh Skinner
Spamalot Spamalot
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Lancelot [Replacement]
The Shark Is Broken The Shark Is Broken
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Richard Dreyfuss
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
[Broadway]
Broadway Return, 2022
Beetlejuice
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Beetlejuice
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Pre-Broadway Engagement at National Theatre, 2018
Beetlejuice
Alice By Heart Alice By Heart
[Regional (US)]
Powerhouse Season Workshop, 2018
Performer
Assassins Assassins
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2017
Giuseppe Zangara
White Rabbit Red Rabbit White Rabbit Red Rabbit
[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere Production, 2016
Performer
School of Rock School of Rock
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Dewey Finn [Replacement], Dewey Finn
Big Fish Big Fish
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Zacky Price, Ensemble, Will Bloom (Understudy)
Matilda the Musical Matilda the Musical
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Michael Wormwood [Replacement]
Glory Days Glory Days
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Will (Understudy), Jack (Understudy)
Wicked Wicked
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Boq [Replacement]

Writing

Movies

Red Hook
[ 2009 ] Roy
Here Today
[ 2021 ] Justin
The Union
[ 2024 ] Gary

TV Shows

Helluva Boss
Fizzarolli
Helluva Boss
[ 2020-2024 ] Voices
Hazbin Hotel
Sir Pentious
Helluva Boss
[ 2020-2024 ] Fizzarolli
Hazbin Hotel
Sir Pentious
Helluva Boss
[ 2020-2024 ] Fizzarolli
Hazbin Hotel
Sir Pentious
Hazbin Hotel
[ 2019-2025 ] Sir Pentious (voice)

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2024 - Best Featured Performer in a Play

Alex Brightman, The Shark is Broken

Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award

Alex Brightman, Beetlejuice

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Alex Brightman, Beetlejuice

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Alex Brightman, School of Rock

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Alex Brightman, School of Rock

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Alex Brightman, School of Rock- The Musical

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Creative Goods Launches Corn Puddin' Candle in Honor of SCHMIGADOON! Photo
Creative Goods Launches Corn Puddin' Candle in Honor of SCHMIGADOON!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026

Creative Goods is launching a brand new piece of merchandise to celebrate the Schmigadoon’s Best Musical Tony Award! Take the Schmigadoon picnic home with you with a realistic corn puddin candle.
SCHMIGADOON! Completes Apple TV EGOT With Best Musical Victory Photo
SCHMIGADOON! Completes Apple TV EGOT With Best Musical Victory
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2026

Apple TV has achieved EGOT status following Schmigadoon!'s Best Musical victory at the 2026 Tony Awards. The Broadway adaptation earned four Tony Awards and completed the company's collection of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony honors.
Photos: SCHMIGADOON! Celebrates Tony Wins at After Party Photo
Photos: SCHMIGADOON! Celebrates Tony Wins at After Party
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 8, 2026

At the 79th Tony Awards, Schmigadoon! took home the 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical! See photos from Schmigadoon!'s Tony's after party, where the company and many more celebrated the show's wins!
Video: Lorne Michaels Celebrates Tony Win- 'Broadway Has Always Been a Part of My Lif Photo
Video: Lorne Michaels Celebrates Tony Win- 'Broadway Has Always Been a Part of My Life'
by Talking Tonys - Jun 8, 2026

Earlier tonight at the 79th Annual Tony Awards, Schmigadoon! took home a Tony Award for Best Musical. After the team left the stage at Radio City Music Hall, lead producer Lorne Michaels checked in with BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge to share his initial reaction!
Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and More Set for the 79th Annual Tony Awards Photo
Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and More Set for the 79th Annual Tony Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026

The Tony Awards has revealed the line-up of stage and screen stars slated to appear during the 79th Annual Tony Awards, including Rachel Zegler, Darren Criss, Cole Escola and many more.
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical Moves Forward With New Development Work Session This Fall Photo
THE PRINCESS BRIDE Musical Moves Forward With New Development Work Session This Fall
by Joshua Wright - Jun 3, 2026

The stage musical adaptation of The Princess Bride is continuing its development, with a new work session set for this fall as the creative team behind the project pushes ahead.
Final Chance to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards Photo
Final Chance to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - Jun 2, 2026

This is the final chance to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
Final Week to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards; THE LOST BOYS Leads Best Photo
Final Week to Vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards; THE LOST BOYS Leads Best New Musical
by Team BWW - May 29, 2026

There's just four days left to vote for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large - allowing YOU to have your say during the most exciting time of the year for the theater community.
SCHMIGADOON! to Release Broadway Cast Recording This Summer Photo
SCHMIGADOON! to Release Broadway Cast Recording This Summer
by Michael Major - May 28, 2026

Schmigadoon! will release a Broadway cast recording this summer. Produced by Joy Machine Records, the upcoming album will capture Cinco Paul's Tony-nominated score, which includes new material not heard in the Apple TV series.
SCHMIGADOON! Wins 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical Photo
SCHMIGADOON! Wins 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2026

Schmigadoon! has won the 2026 Tony Award for Best Musical.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 28, 2026- THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 28, 2026- THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns and More
by - May 28, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 28, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Isa Briones, Alex Brightman, Carrie Coon, & More Nominated for 2026 Astra TV Awards Photo
Isa Briones, Alex Brightman, Carrie Coon, & More Nominated for 2026 Astra TV Awards
by Josh Sharpe - May 27, 2026

Broadway alums Isa Briones, Alex Brightman, Carrie Coon, Daniel Radcliffe, and many more have received nominations at the 2026 Astra TV Awards. Take a look at the full list here.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 27, 2026- Inside CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Choreo and Mo Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 27, 2026- Inside CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL Choreo and More
by - May 27, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 27, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
'Broadway Bakes' Returns to Schmackary's With Stars From HADESTOWN, SCHMIGADOON & Mor Photo
'Broadway Bakes' Returns to Schmackary's With Stars From HADESTOWN, SCHMIGADOON & More
by Michael Major - May 26, 2026

Schmackary’s is hosting their 7th Broadway Bakes fundraiser this week. Confirmed participants this year include Sara Chase, Alex Brightman, Josh Rivera, Harvey Guillén, Betsy Wolfe, Christopher Sieber, Max Clayton, Marty Lauter, and more!
First Standings Revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards Photo
First Standings Revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards
by Team BWW - May 22, 2026

The first standings have been revealed for the 2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards. The Theater Fans' Choice Awards honor and celebrate the best of New York Theater - as decided by the most important critics, the audience at large.
Video: Watch the Cast of SCHMIGADOON! Perform 'Corn Puddin' Photo
Video: Watch the Cast of SCHMIGADOON! Perform 'Corn Puddin'
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2026

A recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show spotlighted the 12-time Tony-nominated musical Schmigadoon! with a performance of the fan-favorite number, 'Corn Puddin.' Watch the rousing performance now.
Has the Broadway Stage Door Experience Become Tainted by Badly Behaved Fans? Photo
Has the Broadway Stage Door Experience Become Tainted by Badly Behaved Fans?
by Michael Gioia - May 25, 2026

BroadwayWorld breaks down why some actors are choosing not to stage door at Broadway shows as safety concerns continue to rise.
El 'Checklist' del Viajero Teatrero: Qué ver en Broadway, Madrid y el West End este Photo
El 'Checklist' del Viajero Teatrero: Qué ver en Broadway, Madrid y el West End este verano 2026
by Adela González Pérez - May 21, 2026

Las grandes producciones, regresos históricos y experiencias inmersivas que definen la cartelera estival en las tres capitales del teatro musical.
SCHMIGADOON! to Launch North American Tour in September 2027 Photo
SCHMIGADOON! to Launch North American Tour in September 2027
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026

Schmigadoon! will launch a North American Tour in September 2027. Major engagements are slated for Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and more. Further cities and casting will be revealed at a later date.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 19, 2026- DEATH BECOMES HER To End Broadway Run and Mo Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 19, 2026- DEATH BECOMES HER To End Broadway Run and More
by - May 19, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Alex Brightman been in?

Alex Brightman has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.

How many West End shows has Alex Brightman been in?

Alex Brightman has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Alex Brightman been nominated for?

Best Featured Performer in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Shark is Broken, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Beetlejuice, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Beetlejuice, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for School of Rock, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for School of Rock and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for School of Rock- The Musical.

How many shows has Alex Brightman written?

Alex Brightman has written 1 shows including The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers (Playwright).

What awards has Alex Brightman won?

Alex Brightman won the Best Featured Performer in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for his role in The Shark is Broken.

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