Ben Johnson
Latest News on Ben Johnson:
Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Guild Hall Players (May 24, 2026)
Review: CHAOS: III, The Pleasance Theatre (Mar 30, 2026)
PAC NYC Reveals Nine Artistic Commissions for Second Year of The Democracy Cycle (Jan 20, 2026)
Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Guild Hall Players (May 24, 2026)
Review: CHAOS: III, The Pleasance Theatre (Mar 30, 2026)
PAC NYC Reveals Nine Artistic Commissions for Second Year of The Democracy Cycle (Jan 20, 2026)
BIO
Raised in Rockford, Illinois, Ben graduated from Rockford University where he earned his BFA in Musical Theatre. Ben most recently performed as Jerry in The Buddy Holly Story (Weston). Credits also include Once and Jersey Boys (Pittsburgh MT); Buddy, Elf (the Studio); Mitch, Dear Soldier Boy (Blue Gate Musicals); Cheech, Bullets Over Broadway (Rockford University); Benny, Hands on a Hardbody (Rockford University); and Mark Rothko Red (Rockford University). Theme park goers may have seen him perform at Cedar Point and Kings Dominion. When not on stage, Ben loves to songwrite and release his music online. Ben thanks his friends and family for all their support!
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STAGE CREDITS
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Video: Netflix Drops Trailer for New Music Docuseries HITMAKERS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-06-25 17:55:39
STAGE TUBE: Watch New Clips of Goodman Theatre's WONDERFUL TOWN, Starring Lauren Molina, Bri Sudia and More!
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-10-03 06:59:05
STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights of WONDERFUL TOWN Starring Lauren Molina, Bri Sudia and More!
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-09-15 14:05:12
STAGE TUBE: Watch Lauren Molina, Bri Sudia and More in Highlights of WONDERFUL TOWN at Goodman Theatre
by Christina Mancuso - 2016-08-25 12:28:28
STAGE TUBE: Highlights from Drury Lane's THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stage Tube - 2014-07-02 13:32:37
News
Review: THE BOOK OF WILL at Guild Hall Players
by John Dalton-White - May 24, 2026
The witty yet poignant THE BOOK OF WILL will have audiences laughing and applauding.
by John Dalton-White - May 24, 2026
The witty yet poignant THE BOOK OF WILL will have audiences laughing and applauding.
Review: CHAOS: III, The Pleasance Theatre
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Mar 30, 2026
There aren’t many times in your life where you can safely say you’ve watched a lip-sync routine to a song about being on Jobseeker’s Allowance, all the while having just watched a clown piece seemingly about how Year 7’s always have backpacks larger than them. However, Long Night Production’s Chaos III brought audiences of The Pleasance Theatre exactly that last night, in a two-and-a-half-hour piece showcasing some new emerging talent, and a whole load of unexpected twists and turns.
by Amber-Rae Stobbs - Mar 30, 2026
There aren’t many times in your life where you can safely say you’ve watched a lip-sync routine to a song about being on Jobseeker’s Allowance, all the while having just watched a clown piece seemingly about how Year 7’s always have backpacks larger than them. However, Long Night Production’s Chaos III brought audiences of The Pleasance Theatre exactly that last night, in a two-and-a-half-hour piece showcasing some new emerging talent, and a whole load of unexpected twists and turns.
PAC NYC Reveals Nine Artistic Commissions for Second Year of The Democracy Cycle
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
The Perelman Performing Arts Center and Civis Foundation have revealed nine artistic commissions for the second year of The Democracy Cycle, a program which invites artists to explore themes relating to the nature, practice, and experience of democracy.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2026
The Perelman Performing Arts Center and Civis Foundation have revealed nine artistic commissions for the second year of The Democracy Cycle, a program which invites artists to explore themes relating to the nature, practice, and experience of democracy.
Review: STOMP at National Theatre
by Brian Bochicchio - Jan 20, 2026
The urban, castaway feel of the show--a touch of “Rent” and a splash of street theatre. And a lot of sounds to groove to.
by Brian Bochicchio - Jan 20, 2026
The urban, castaway feel of the show--a touch of “Rent” and a splash of street theatre. And a lot of sounds to groove to.
Photos: Rebecca Lock, Jena Pandya and More in FREAKY FRIDAY in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of Freaky Friday in the UK! Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
You can now get a first look at photos of Freaky Friday in the UK! Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie.
Cast Set For FREAKY FRIDAY THE MUSICAL at Manchester HOME
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock (Here and Now; Heathers The Musical) as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie (Come Fall In Love; Bhangra Nation).
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2025
Bringing the body-swapping, mother-daughter duo to life on the stage are Rebecca Lock (Here and Now; Heathers The Musical) as Katherine, and Jena Pandya as Ellie (Come Fall In Love; Bhangra Nation).
Sean Shibe Will Perform at The 92nd Street Y Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Sean Shibe, guitar, a live, acoustic-electric performance, at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center next month. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Sean Shibe, guitar, a live, acoustic-electric performance, at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center next month. Learn more here!
THE BOOK OF WILL to be Presented at Theatre Pro Rata in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
Theatre Pro Rata's production of The Book of Will brings to the stage a witty, fast-paced and moving play about the friends and fellow actors who fought to preserve William Shakespeare's words after his death. Learn how to purchase tickets!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2025
Theatre Pro Rata's production of The Book of Will brings to the stage a witty, fast-paced and moving play about the friends and fellow actors who fought to preserve William Shakespeare's words after his death. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Promethean Theatre Ensemble To Stage Lauren Gunderson's THE BOOK OF WILL At The Den
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
For its 35th production, Promethean Theatre Ensemble will honor the people who preserved Shakespeare’s work for the ages, with Lauren Gunderson’s THE BOOK OF WILL. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2025
For its 35th production, Promethean Theatre Ensemble will honor the people who preserved Shakespeare’s work for the ages, with Lauren Gunderson’s THE BOOK OF WILL. Learn more!
Review: STOMP at State Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - Apr 11, 2025
From the moment the lights dimmed at Minneapolis’ State Theatre, the audience knew they were in for something different. STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returned to the city from April 9 to 12, 2025, delivering a thunderous, high-octane performance that transformed everyday objects into tools of rhythm and wonder.
by Jared Fessler - Apr 11, 2025
From the moment the lights dimmed at Minneapolis’ State Theatre, the audience knew they were in for something different. STOMP, the international percussion sensation, returned to the city from April 9 to 12, 2025, delivering a thunderous, high-octane performance that transformed everyday objects into tools of rhythm and wonder.
Cast & Creative Team Set for ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 at Asolo Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre, in partnership with The Ringling, has revealed the cast and creative team for the Sarasota Premiere of All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024
Asolo Repertory Theatre, in partnership with The Ringling, has revealed the cast and creative team for the Sarasota Premiere of All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914. See who is starring in the production and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look At The Cast Of PMT's GREASE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024
Grease opens March 7th at the Byham Theater. See first look photos of the cast!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024
Grease opens March 7th at the Byham Theater. See first look photos of the cast!
OpenStage Theatre Partners with Poudre Libraries for THE BOOK OF WILL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023
OpenStage Theatre partners with Poudre Libraries for The Book Of Will, a nonprofit production raising awareness and funds for a local organization.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023
OpenStage Theatre partners with Poudre Libraries for The Book Of Will, a nonprofit production raising awareness and funds for a local organization.
Tulsa Opera to Present Menotti's THE MEDIUM This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023
Get ready for a spine-tingling performance as Tulsa Opera presents Gian Carlo Menotti's haunting masterpiece, The Medium, at Studio 308 in Tulsa's East Village. Explore the enigmatic world of Madame Flora and experience a gripping narrative that delves into the dark and supernatural. Don't miss this perfect spooky event just in time for Halloween. Tickets available now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2023
Get ready for a spine-tingling performance as Tulsa Opera presents Gian Carlo Menotti's haunting masterpiece, The Medium, at Studio 308 in Tulsa's East Village. Explore the enigmatic world of Madame Flora and experience a gripping narrative that delves into the dark and supernatural. Don't miss this perfect spooky event just in time for Halloween. Tickets available now.
THE BOOK OF WILL Comes to PCPA This Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023
William Shakespeare is dead. Bad Hamlet knock-offs and children’s acting troupes litter the stages of Elizabethan London. And the King’s Men are running out of time. Rooted in real events, The Book of Will is the witty and wonderful battle of how the Bard’s legacy came to be.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 2, 2023
William Shakespeare is dead. Bad Hamlet knock-offs and children’s acting troupes litter the stages of Elizabethan London. And the King’s Men are running out of time. Rooted in real events, The Book of Will is the witty and wonderful battle of how the Bard’s legacy came to be.
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Returns To The Sauk
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2023
The crowd-favorite musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' returns to The Sauk, Hillsdale County's community theatre, for a two-week run, July 27 through August 6 at the Sauk Theatre in Jonesville.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2023
The crowd-favorite musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' returns to The Sauk, Hillsdale County's community theatre, for a two-week run, July 27 through August 6 at the Sauk Theatre in Jonesville.
BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Comes to Weston Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023
Weston Theater Company takes audiences for a musical ride chronicling Buddy Holly’s rise to fame in BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, playing June 28 - July 16 at The Playhouse stage.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2023
Weston Theater Company takes audiences for a musical ride chronicling Buddy Holly’s rise to fame in BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, playing June 28 - July 16 at The Playhouse stage.
11 Minutes Theater Company Presents ELIZABETH REX This Month at The People's Building in Aurora
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2023
11 Minutes Theater Company presents “Elizabeth Rex” April 27-May 13 at The People's Building, 9995 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010. Performances are Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2023
11 Minutes Theater Company presents “Elizabeth Rex” April 27-May 13 at The People's Building, 9995 E Colfax Ave, Aurora, CO 80010. Performances are Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Review: WELCOME TO ARROYO'S at Profile Theatre
by Krista Garver - Feb 16, 2023
WELCOME TO ARROYO'S is a moving and must-see play about family, grief, love, art, and the importance of being open to new perspectives and experiences. But more than anything else, it’s about community.
by Krista Garver - Feb 16, 2023
WELCOME TO ARROYO'S is a moving and must-see play about family, grief, love, art, and the importance of being open to new perspectives and experiences. But more than anything else, it’s about community.
Find Out Who Won at the 2022 GRAMMY Awards - All the Winners!
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2022
The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards featured a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, a win for Barlow and Bear's 'Unofficial Bridgerton Musical,' Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett for their 'Love For Sale' Cole Porter duets album, Olivia Rodrigo, and more. Check out the full list of winners now!
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2022
The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards featured a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, a win for Barlow and Bear's 'Unofficial Bridgerton Musical,' Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett for their 'Love For Sale' Cole Porter duets album, Olivia Rodrigo, and more. Check out the full list of winners now!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Ben Johnson been in?
Ben Johnson has appeared on Broadway in 30 shows.
How many West End shows has Ben Johnson been in?
Ben Johnson has not appeared in the West End.
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