Christian Borle
Birth Place: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Review Roundup: TAMMY FAYE Opens On Broadway (Nov 14, 2024)
Video: Katie Brayben and Christian Borle Perform 'If Only Love' from TAMMY FAYE (Nov 14, 2024)
Video: TAMMY FAYE Cast Performs 'Light of the World' on GOOD MORNING AMERICA (Nov 13, 2024)
BIO
CHRISTIAN BORLE is a Grammy and two-time Tony Award-winning actor. Christian won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical as Shakespeare in Something Rotten, and Best Featured Actor in a Play as Black Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher. Most recently on Broadway, he starred as Joe/Josephine in Some Like It Hot (Tony nom.), for which he wrote additional material and received a Grammy Award for its cast album. Additional Broadway credits: Jesus Christ Superstar, Footloose, Amour, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Spamalot, Legally Blonde (Tony nom.), Mary Poppins, Falsettos (Tony nom.), and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
He most recently starred as Albert Peterson in the Kennedy Center’s production of Bye Bye Birdie in June 2024. He also starred as Orin Scrivello, DDS et al in Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theater, for which he received the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Lucille Lortel (or LuLo) Awards for Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical.
On TV, Christian has appeared in “Hazbin Hotel,” “Gilmore Girls,” “Evil,” “Masters of Sex,” “Elementary,” “Younger,” “Lifesaver,” NBC’s “Peter Pan Live,” and NBC’s “The Sound of Music Live.” Christian played a recurring role on “The Good Wife/Fight” and received across-the-board praise as Tom on “Smash.” Christian also appeared in Michael Mann’s feature Blackhat opposite Chris Hemsworth and Viola Davis, and The Bounty Hunter with Jennifer Aniston. Directing: Popcorn Falls (Davenport Theater), Footloose (The MUNY), and Tale as Old as Time, a tribute to Howard Ashman at 92Y’s Lyrics & Lyricists series. Playwriting: Hammered: A Thor & Loki Play (Go to marvelspotlightplays.com).
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Producer Mariah Carey, Marc Shaiman, NaTasha Yvette Williams, Christian Borle, Adrianna Hicks, J. Harrison Ghee, Scott Wittman, Kevin Del Aguila, Angie Schworer, Adam Heller and The Cast including Mark Lotito, TyNia René Brandon, Ian Campayno, Gabi Campo, DeMarius Copes, Casey Garvin, Devon Hadsell, Ashley Elizabeth Hale, Jenny Hill, K.J. Hippensteel, Abby Matsusaka, Jarvis B. Manning Jr., Brian Thomas Martin, Amber Owens, Kayla Pecchioni, Richard Riaz Yoder, Charles South, Brendon Stimson, Raena White and Julius WilliamsFrom: Photos: Mariah Carey Surprises the Cast On Stage at SOME LIKE IT HOT
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Movies
[ 2010 ] Caddy
[ 2015 ] Jeff Robichaud
TV Shows
Marvin, Pirelli
Tom Levitt
Carter Schmidt
Carter Schmidt
Awards and Nominations
Christian Borle, Some Like It Hot
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Christian Borle, Little Shop of Horrors
Christian Borle, Little Shop of Horrors
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Christian Borle, Little Shop of Horrors
Christian Borle, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Christian Borle, Falsettos
Christian Borle, Falsettos
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Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
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Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
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Christian Borle, Something Rotten!
winner
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
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Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
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Christian Borle, Peter and the Starcatcher
Christian Borle, Legally Blonde
Christian Borle, Legally Blonde The Musical
Videos
Video: Jonathan Groff Celebrates Tony Win for Best Leading Actor in a Musicalby Joey Mervis - Jun 17, 2024
Video: Christian Borle Sings 'Chip on My Shoulder' from LEGALLY BLONDE on the Broadway Cruiseby Blair Ingenthron - Mar 24, 2024
Interview: Keith David and Blake Roman on Going From Stage to the HAZBIN HOTELby Michael Major - Jan 30, 2024
Interview: Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn & Amir Talai on Their HAZBIN HOTEL Charactersby Michael Major - Jan 18, 2024
Interview: Watch Erika Henningsen & Stephanie Beatriz Talk HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Seriesby Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024
Video: Watch the HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series Trailer With Erika Henningsen, Alex Brightman & Moreby Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023
Video: J. Harrison Ghee Opens Up About Making Broadway History With SOME LIKE IT HOT on CBS' 'Road to the Tonys'by Michael Major - Jun 9, 2023
Video: How SOME LIKE IT HOT Became a 13-Time Tony-Nominated Hitby Backstage Live with Richard Ridge - Jun 7, 2023
Video: SOME LIKE IT HOT Performs 'What Are You Thirsty For' on TODAY; Watch their Tony Nominations Reactionby Michael Major - May 2, 2023
VIDEO: Mariah Carey Surprises Audience at SOME LIKE IT HOT Curtain Callby Blair Ingenthron - Feb 11, 2023
VIDEO: Watch SOME LIKE IT HOT Perform 'You Can't Have Me (If You Don't Have Him)' on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERSby Michael Major - Jan 18, 2023
VIDEO: Christian Borle, J. Harrison Ghee & SOME LIKE IT HOT Cast Perform 'You Can't Have Me' on GMAby Michael Major - Dec 16, 2022
News
The story of famed evangelist Tammy Faye Bakker comes to life in a jubilant new Broadway musical starring Katie Brayben, Christian Borle, and Michael Cerveris! The show opens tonight and the critics stopped by the newly renovated Palace Theatre to hear the gospel of Tammy! Read the reviews as they roll in!
Tammy Faye stars Katie Brayben and Christian Borle stopped by Good Morning America on Thursday to perform a number from the show. Before taking the stage to sing 'If Only Love,' the Broadway stars discussed the show with the hosts. Watch the interview and performance now!
The cast of Tammy Faye visited Good Morning America on Wednesday! For their very first TV performance, the cast performed the Act 1 number 'Light of the World.' Watch the performance now!
Tune into Good Morning America on Wednesday, November 13 for a special performance from the Broadway cast of Tammy Faye! The new musical is currently running on Broadway at the Palace Theatre with Katie Brayben, Christian Borle, and Michael Cerveris.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 8, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
PBS and The American Pops Orchestra will present BROADWAY’S LEADING MEN: A MUSICAL CELEBRATION, a special concert event celebrating the unforgettable male characters and beloved songs that have defined musical theater throughout the decades.
Tammy Faye has taken the stage at the Palace Theatre! The new musical is now in Broadway previews and is set to open on Thursday, November 14. In this video, watch as the cast unpacks their roles and find out even more about the new musical here!
The new musical Tammy Faye is now in previews at the Palace Theatre on Broadway! Check first photos of stars Katie Brayben as Tammy Faye Bakker, Christian Borle as Jim Bakker, and Michael Cerveris as Jerry Falwell.
Single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT at The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center are on sale now.
Elton John and Jake Shears stopped by Good Morning America on Friday to discuss their latest project, Tammy Faye, based on the life and career of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker. Watch the interview now!
A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 7 are already films that you can watch from home.
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County and Broadway Across America will launch the 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series with the South Florida premiere of SOME LIKE IT HOT for a limited engagement from December 3-8, 2024 in the Arsht’s Ziff Ballet Opera House.
See photos from the first curtain call of Tammy Faye on Broadway! The production is now running at the Palace Theatre.
Head of CAA’s theater department Joe Machota recently received his portrait at Sardi's and BroadwayWorld was there to celebrate. Check out photos here!
TAMMY FAYE is headed to Broadway this week! The musical will begin preview performances on October 19 at the newly refurbished Palace Theater. An all new video has been released featuring Katie Brayben and Christian Borle performing 'If Only Love.' Check out the video here!
Tammy Faye will offer a digital lottery and student rush tickets for its Broadway run as two ways to get discounted tickets to see the new Elton John musical at the Palace Theatre. Digital lottery and student rush tickets are now available.
Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) announced that single tickets for the upcoming engagement of SOME LIKE IT HOT in Providence will go on sale Friday, October 18, 2024 at 10A for performances running from Tuesday, April 22 through Sunday, April 27, 2025.
The Broadway run of TAMMY FAYE is now in previews and will officially open on November 14th, 2024 at the Palace Theater. Meet the cast of TAMMY FAYE here!
Rehearsals are now underway for the Broadway premiere of TAMMY FAYE, which will begin preview performances on October 19 at the newly refurbished Palace Theater. Watch in this video as the cast and creative team meet the press ahead of the start of previews.
The Bushnell has announced SOME LIKE IT HOT will be coming to The Bushnell on April 29 through May 4, 2025. Tickets will go on sale Friday, October 11 at 10 a.m.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Christian Borle has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.
Christian Borle has not appeared in the West End.
Best Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Some Like It Hot, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Little Shop of Horrors, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Falsettos, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Falsettos, Best Featured Actor in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Something Rotten!, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Something Rotten!, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Something Rotten!, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Something Rotten!, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Something Rotten!, Best Featured Actor in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Legally Blonde and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Legally Blonde The Musical.
Christian Borle has won several awards throughout his career, including: - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Little Shop of Horrors - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Little Shop of Horrors - Best Featured Actor in a Musical at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Something Rotten! - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Something Rotten! - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Something Rotten! - Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Peter and the Starcatcher - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for Peter and the Starcatcher - Outstanding Lead Actor at The Lortels for Peter and the Starcatcher.
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