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Harvey Fierstein

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA

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Harvey Fierstein's theater work includes Torch Song Trilogy (Best Play, Best Actor, Tony and Drama Desk awards), Kinky Boots (Best Musical Tony), La Cage aux Folles (Best Book, Tony and Drama Desk awards), Newsies (Tony nominated), Casa Valentina (Tony nominated), A Catered Affair (12 Drama Desk nominations), Safe Sex (Ace Award), Legs Diamond, Spookhouse, Flatbush Tosca, and Freaky Pussy. He's written teleplays for NBC's "Hairspray Live!" and "The Wiz Live!" His revised script of Funny Girl, ran to critical acclaim in London and has been filmed for broadcast. His political editorials have appeared in The New York Times, TV Guide, Huffington Post and broadcast on PBS's "In the Life." Harvey's children's book, The Sissy Duckling, is now in its 8th printing, and the HBO animated special of the story won Harvey the Humanities Award. Mr. Fierstein has been recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and has been inducted into the Theater Hall of Fame and the Brooklyn Walk of Fame.

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Harvey Fierstein STAGE CREDITS

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Kennedy Center Production, 2020
Mae

[Off-Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Off-Broadway World Premiere, 2019
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Public Theatre Off-Broadway Production, 2017
Beau

[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2016
Edna Turnblad

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2010
Albin [Replacement]

[US Tour]
Touring Revival, 2009
Tevye [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Uncle Winston

[New York]
New York Concert, 2006
Avram

[Las Vegas]
Las Vegas Production, 2006
Edna Turnblad

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2004
Performer

Other Roles

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2004
Tevye [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Edna Turnblad

Edna Turnblad [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Ghee

[Off-Broadway]
1991
Jay Astor

[Broadway]
1987
Ghee

Arthur

[Broadway]
1982
Arnold Beckoff

[Off-Broadway]
1982
Arnold Beckoff

[Off-Broadway]
1978
Arnold

Harvey Fierstein Productions

 
[Broadway, 2022]
Revised Book
 
[West End, 2016]
Revised Book
 
[New York, 2015]
New Material
 
[West End, 2015]
Revised Book
 
[Broadway, 2013]
Bookwriter
 
[Broadway, 2008]
Producer

Writing

Playwright
Playwright
Playwright
Bookwriter
Playwright
Bookwriter

Harvey Fierstein Movies

Garbo Talks
[ 1984 ] Bernie Whitlock
Torch Song Trilogy
[ 1988 ] Arnold Beckoff
The Harvest
[ 1993 ] Bob Lakin
Mrs. Doubtfire
[ 1993 ] Frank Hillard
Bullets Over Broadway
[ 1994 ] Sid Loomis
Dr. Jekyll and Ms. Hyde
[ 1995 ] Yves DuBois
Everything Relative
[ 1996 ] The Moyle
Independence Day
[ 1996 ] Marty Gilbert
White Lies
[ 1997 ] Art Hoarder
Kull the Conqueror
[ 1997 ] Juba
Safe Men
[ 1998 ] Leo
Mulan
[ 1998 ] Yao
Jump
[ 1999 ] Dish Macense
Playing Mona Lisa
[ 2000 ] Bennett
Death to Smoochy
[ 2002 ] Merv Green
Duplex
[ 2003 ] Kenneth
Farce of the Penguins
[ 2006 ] Sheila
Foodfight!
[ 2012 ] Fat Cat Burglar
Animal Crackers
[ 2017 ] Esmerelda
Disney's Newsies: The Broadway Musical!
[ 2017 ] writer
Kinky Boots: The Musical
[ 2019 ] writer
Bros
[ 2022 ] Louis

Harvey Fierstein TV Shows

Big Mouth
Jerome
Family Guy
Buster Keaton, Tracy

Harvey Fierstein Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Revival of a Play

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song


winner
- 2017 - Legend of Off-Broadway Honorees

Harvey Fierstein

Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play

Harvey Fierstein, Casa Valentina

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Book of a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, Kinky Boots


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Book of a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, Newsies

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Book of a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, Newsies the Musical

Drama Desk Awards - 2008 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, A Catered Affair


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Harvey Fierstein, Hairspray


winner
Drama League Awards - 2003 - Distinguished Performance Award

Harvey Fierstein, Hairspray

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, Hairspray


winner
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, Hairspray

Olivier Awards - 1985 - Play of the Year

Harvey FiersteinTorch Song Trilogy

Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, La Cage aux Folles


winner
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Book of a Musical

Harvey Fierstein, La Cage aux Folles


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Play

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy


winner
Theatre World Awards - 1983 - Performance

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy


winner
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Harvey Fierstein , Torch Song Trilogy


winner
Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Play

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy

Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy

Drama Desk Awards - 1982 - Outstanding Play

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy

New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1982 - Best American Play

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy


winner
Obie Awards - 1982 - Special Citations

Harvey Fierstein, Torch Song Trilogy

Harvey Fierstein Videos

Harvey Fierstein News


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Join the El Capitan Theatre for 'One Night Only' from April 27-30, as it brings back four cherished favorites to the big screen. Don't miss this unique cinematic experience.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES To Conclude Trinity Rep's 60th Season


Trinity Rep will conclude its season with the iconic musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

FUNNY GIRL Comes to Dallas This Summer


 Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) have announced that FUNNY GIRL, the sensational musical comedy revival, is coming to Dallas’ Music Hall at Fair Park for a limited two-week engagement from August 6 to August 18.

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for Philadelphia Professional Regional Premiere Of TORCH SONG


1812 Productions is preparing for the landmark Philadelphia professional regional premiere of Harvey Fierstein’s Torch Song, running for an exclusive engagement April 25 through May 19 at Plays & Players Theater. See photos from inside rehearsal.

PARADE, FUNNY GIRL And More Available for PNC Broadway In Kansas City Season Membership Packages


PNC Broadway in Kansas City has announced that new Season Ticket Packages for the 24–25 Broadway season are available now.

Tickets to FUNNY GIRL at Atlanta's Fox Theatre to go on Sale in May


Purchase tickets in May for the national tour of Funny Girl at Atlanta's Fox Theatre.

FUNNY GIRL, LIFE OF PI & More Set for 24-25 Broadway In Pittsburgh Season


The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust has unveiled the 2024-2025 PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Stephen Mark Lukas Talks FUNNY GIRL Tour on CBS Los Angeles


Watch Stephen Mark Lukas, who plays Nick Arnstein in the National Tour of Funny Girl, discuss the production on CBS Los Angeles in the video here!

KINKY BOOTS Comes to Darlington Hippodrome Next Month


It’s been nine years since Kinky Boots first found its footing on British shores, with a West End run that lasted for three years. Now this beloved musical, set in Northampton and based on the 2005 film of the same name, finally takes to the stage in Darlington thanks to an exciting production from Darlington Operatic Society.

Johannes Radebe Will Lead New UK and Ireland Tour of KINKY BOOTS


A brand-new Made at Curve production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical KINKY BOOTS The Musical will tour the UK and Ireland from 17 January 2025.

Cady Huffman And More Sing SONGS OF HOPE To Benefit Center for Safety and Change


Join ArtsRock for 'Songs of Hope' on April 20th, featuring Broadway stars like Cady Huffman, Georgia Stitt, and Rita Harvey.

Harvey Fierstein's TORCH SONG to be Presented at Marin Theatre Company


Marin Theatre Company will close out its 2023/24 season with Torch Song, the seminal comic drama by Harvey Fierstein, directed by Evren Odcikin. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: FUNNY GIRL at Ahmanson Theatre


FUNNY GIRL is a gold standard that has endured through the ages and the production that just hit downtown Los Angeles is a rollicking and heartfelt success.

La MaMa to Present World Premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's EXAGOGE


La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61’s Exagoge. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE IS A COMEDIC GEM, WITH A REFLECTIVE LENS at STRAZ CENTER


Mrs. Doubtfire, a new musical based on the 1993 hit family film of the same name, is actually based on the 1987 novel Alias Madame Doubtfire by Anne Fine. The stage musical in all its purposes features music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick, with a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell. The National Tour is currently onstage in the Carol Morsani Hall, at Tampa’s Straz Center for the Performing Arts.

La MaMa Will Present World Premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's EXAGOGE


La MaMa will present the world premiere of Untitled Theater Company No. 61's Exagoge, with original music by Avner Finberg, script and libretto by Edward Einhorn, directed by Einhorn.

Brenda Braxton, Amanda Green & More to Join BACKSTAGE BABBLE CELEBRATES JOE ALLEN RESTAURANT


54 BELOW will present a special edition of Backstage Babble Live celebrating the iconic wall of Broadway flop posters at Joe Allen Restaurant. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Berkshire Comedy Festival Finds New Home at Barrington Stage Company


Barrington Stage Company will be the new home of the Berkshire Comedy Festival. Learn more about the festival.

New Subscription Packages Available for 2024-2025 Broadway at The Paramount Season


Broadway at The Paramount's new season subscription packages are availalbe for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the shows and see how to purchase tickets.

Meet the Cast of THE WIZ, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


The Wiz is beginning previews on Broadway tonight, March 29, following its pre-Broadway national tour! Meet the cast of The Wiz here!

Harvey Fierstein FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Harvey Fierstein been in?

Harvey Fierstein has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Harvey Fierstein been in?

Harvey Fierstein has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Harvey Fierstein been nominated for?

Harvey Fierstein has been nominated for numerous awards throughout his career, including Best Revival of a Play at the Tony Awards for "Torch Song," Best Play for "Casa Valentina," Best Book of a Musical for "Kinky Boots" and "Newsies," Outstanding Book of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "A Catered Affair," and Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Hairspray." He has also received accolades such as the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Hairspray," Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Hairspray," and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Hairspray." Additionally, Fierstein has been recognized for his work in plays like "Torch Song Trilogy" with awards such as Play of the Year at the Olivier Awards, Outstanding Actor in a Play and Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards, and Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. He has also received Special Citations at the Obie Awards for "Torch Song Trilogy."

What awards has Harvey Fierstein won?

Harvey Fierstein has won several awards throughout his career, including the Legend of Off-Broadway Honorees, Best Book of a Musical for "Newsies" at the BroadwayWorld Awards, Outstanding Actor - Musical for "Hairspray" at the Drama Desk Awards, Distinguished Performance Award for "Hairspray" at the Drama League Awards, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for "Hairspray" at the Tony Awards, Best Book of a Musical for "La Cage aux Folles" at the Tony Awards, Outstanding Actor in a Play for "Torch Song Trilogy" at the Drama Desk Awards, Outstanding Play for "Torch Song Trilogy" at the Drama Desk Awards, Performance for "Torch Song Trilogy" at the Theatre World Awards, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for "Torch Song Trilogy" at the Tony Awards, Best Play for "Torch Song Trilogy" at the Tony Awards, and Special Citations for "Torch Song Trilogy" at the Obie Awards.

How many shows has Harvey Fierstein written?

Harvey Fierstein has written 13 shows including International Stud (Playwright), Torch Song Trilogy (Playwright), Torch Song Trilogy (Playwright), La Cage aux Folles (Bookwriter), Spookhouse (Playwright), Safe Sex (Playwright), Legs Diamond (Bookwriter), Safe Sex (Playwright), A Catered Affair (Bookwriter), Newsies (Bookwriter), Kinky Boots (Bookwriter), Casa Valentina (Playwright), Bella Bella (AUthor).

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