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Eric Bogosian

Birth Place: Woburn, MA, USA

BIO

Eric Bogosian is an American actor, playwright, monologuist, novelist, and historian. Descended from Armenian American immigrants, he grew up in Watertown and Woburn, Massachusetts, and attended the University of Chicago and Oberlin College.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2010
Richard Ehrlich

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2010
Richard Ehrlich

Writing

Creator
Playwright

Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Eric Bogosian, Wake Up and Smell the Coffee

Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Play

Eric Bogosian, SubUrbia

Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding One Person Show

Eric Bogosian, Pounding Nails in the Floor with My Forehead

Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Play

Eric Bogosian, SubUrbia

Drama Desk Awards - 1990 - Outstanding One Person Show

Eric Bogosian, Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll

The Pulitzer Prize - 1988 - The Pulitzer Prize for Drama

Eric Bogosian, Talk Radio

News

CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL to Return to Chain Theatre With 80+ Plays
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2026

Chain Theatre announced the lineup for its 2026 Chain Summer One-Act Festival, featuring over 80 one-act plays in live performance at 312 West 36th Street, with livestream options and Artist Talkbacks available for select performances.
THE NORMAL HEART 1993 Benefit Reading With Barbra Streisand, Kevin Bacon to Get First Digital Release
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 12, 2026

Simon & Schuster Audio will release the 1993 Broadway benefit reading of Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART on digital audio for the first time, featuring Kevin Bacon, Stockard Channing, Harry Hamlin, and a rare stage appearance by Barbra Streisand.
Photos: Inside THE VAMPIRE LESTAT's One Night Concert at the Beacon Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2026

On Tuesday, June 2, the Vampire Lestat, the immortal rock star from the AMC series, made his final tour stop at New York City's Beacon Theatre for the concert event The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only - LIVE.  Take a look at photos from the concert. 
SONGS I SING IN THE SHOWER to Play One Night Only at Paradise Factory Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026

Danielle MacMath performs her solo cabaret SONGS I SING IN THE SHOWER at Paradise Factory Theater in NYC, part of Diamond Mesh's Manifestival, featuring showtunes and pop hits.
Charles Dennis, Co-Founder of P.S. 122 and Avant-Garde-Arama, Dies
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026

Charles Dennis, interdisciplinary artist and co-founder of P.S. 122 and AVANT-GARDE-ARAMA, has died at his home in Hurley, NY. He performed in Robert Wilson's EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH and championed experimental arts in the Hudson Valley.
FINGERS CROSSED Solo Show to Make One-Night-Only Workshop Debut in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026

Stacy Cancelarich's solo show FINGERS CROSSED, a comedy about caring for a dying father amid COVID lockdown and family chaos, will perform one night only at Paradise Factory Theater as part of Diamond Mesh's Manifestival.
THE VAMPIRE LESTAT Gets Behind-the-Scenes Companion Series
by Josh Sharpe - May 19, 2026

The Vampire Lestat is launching a new half‑hour companion series, taking fans behind the scenes of each episode of the flagship AMC series. Hosted by Lizzie Bassett, The Vampire Lestat: After Dark features interviews with the cast and producers.
Listen: Sam Reid's THE VAMPIRE LESTAT Unveils New Single Ahead of AMC Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2026

Lestat de Lioncourt, the immortal rock star played by Sam Reid in AMC's The Vampire Lestat, has unveiled the sultry new single “Butterscotch Bitch.' This is the latest track to be released ahead of the premiere on Sunday, June 7.
Review: TALK RADIO at The Players At The Barker Playhouse
by Yuliya Pokhylko - May 10, 2026

Just like a radio host’s shift, the show moves at lightning speed, following the conversations of Barry Champlain who is as enigmatic as he is exhausting to listen to. Nearly 40 years after the play was originally staged, the issues throughout the show still ring true today.
Sam Reid's Lestat to Perform One Night Concert at the Beacon Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2026

The Vampire Lestat, the rock star vampire played by Sam Reid in the AMC series, will take over New York City's Beacon Theatre on June 2 for The Vampire Lestat: One Night Only - LIVE.
Submissions Open For Chain Theatre Summer One-Act Festival
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026

Following the sold-out crowds for the Winter One-Act Festival featuring performances by Ralph Macchio and direction by Jesse Eisenberg, the Chain Theatre is opening submissions for their 2026 summer edition.
Kendra Jones' ON BURNSIDE MOUNTAIN is Coming to Chain Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026

On Burnside Mountain, a play by Kendra Jones, is set to return to New York City this winter. Directed by Derek Dahmann, the production will be presented as part of the Chain Theatre's Winter One-Act Festival at the Chain Theatre.
Richard Kind to Star in SANTACON Staged Reading Fundraiser By Daniel Yaiullo
by Gillian Blum - Nov 15, 2025

A new play about 'the most god-awful time of the year' premieres December 11 with a one-night only staged reading serving as a fundraiser for the play's full production in 2026: with a special appearance by Richard Kind.
Video: Watch a Sneak Peek Clip From the Penultimate Episode of TALAMASCA: THE SECRET ORDER
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 14, 2025

AMC has shared a sneak-peek clip from the upcoming penultimate episode of Anne Rice’s Talamasca: The Secret Order. Episode 5, 'The Puzzle Palace,” premieres Sunday, November 16. Check out the clip now.
Video: Helen Mirren, David Hyde Pierce, and More in Trailer for THIS ORDINARY THING Doc
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 10, 2025

The official trailer has been released for This Ordinary Thing, a new documentary from Emmy-winning filmmaker Nick Davis featuring the voices of many stage alums like Helen Mirren, Joanna Gleason, Kelli O'Hara, David Hyde Pierce, and more.
Video: AMC Shares Sneak Peek Clip From TALAMASCA: THE SECRET ORDER Episode 4
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

AMC has shared a sneak-peek clip from the upcoming fourth episode of Anne Rice’s Talamasca: The Secret Order, the newest addition to Anne Rice’s Immortal Universe. Watch it now.
Submissions Open For Chain Theatre’s 2026 WINTER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

Chain Theatre in New York City has opened submissions for its 2026 Winter One-Act Festival, running February 6–March 1, 2026. The acclaimed festival, which showcases new work from artists across the tri-state area, will continue the company’s mission of presenting bold, original voices in a dynamic mix of short plays.
​​​​​​​Submissions Now Open for Chain Theatre's Winter One-Act Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2025

Calling all playwrights, actors, directors, and producers! Submissions are now open for the 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival, a true celebration of bold voices and original storytelling.
GIRL, INTERRUPTED to Have World Premiere at The Public Theater in May 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2025

The world premiere production of Girl, Interrupted has been added to The Public’s 2025-2026 season. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok brings Girl, Interrupted to the stage for its world premiere.
Video: Discover TALAMASCA: THE SECRET ORDER Episode 3
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 30, 2025

Watch a sneak peek of TALAMASCA: THE SECRET ORDER Episode 3, where Guy questions his trust in Helen and the Talamasca after a dangerous mission.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Eric Bogosian been in?

Eric Bogosian has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Eric Bogosian been in?

Eric Bogosian has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Eric Bogosian been nominated for?

Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Wake Up and Smell the Coffee, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for SubUrbia, Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for Pounding Nails in the Floor with My Forehead, Outstanding Play (Drama Desk Awards) for SubUrbia, Outstanding One Person Show (Drama Desk Awards) for Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll and The Pulitzer Prize for Drama (The Pulitzer Prize) for Talk Radio .

What awards has Eric Bogosian won?

Eric Bogosian has won the Outstanding Solo Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for his work in Wake Up and Smell the Coffee.

How many shows has Eric Bogosian written?

Eric Bogosian has written 1 shows including Talk Radio (Creator).

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