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Jeremy Kushnier

Birth Place: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

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Jeremy is so excited to be part of this incredible company. Broadway: Ren in Footloose, Roger in Rent, AJ Golden in Paramour, Tommy Devito in Jersey Boys. Off-Broadway: Leo Szilard in Atomic (Drama Desk Nomination), Eddie in Shear Madness. TV: "Nurse Jackie," "The Good Wife," "Person of Interest." jeremykushnier.com. Follow @jeremykushnier on Twitter & Instagram. For Nora, Patsy and Robin.

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Jeremy Kushnier STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre's Original Broadway Production, 2021
Dr. Harris/Cary's father

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Basilius

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2017
Robert Moses [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
A.J.

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Eddie

[Off-Broadway]
World Premiere Performance, 2014
Leo

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
James The Lesser

Priest

Pontius Pilate

Judas (Understudy) [Replacement]

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 2010
Dr. Madden/Dr. Fine

[Las Vegas]
Las Vegas Production, 2008
Tommy DeVito

[Chicago]
Chicago Production, 2007
Tommy DeVito

[Off-Broadway]
Showcase, 2006
Performer

[Philadelphia, PA (Regional)]
Prince Music Theatre Revival, 2006
Jamie

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Tommy DeVito [Replacement]

[New York]
New York Musical Theatre Festival Production, 2005
Performer

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2001
Radames [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1998
Ren McCormack

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Roger Davis [Replacement]


Jeremy Kushnier Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2015 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Jeremy Kushnier, Atomic

Helen Hayes Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Musical

Jeremy KushnierChess

Helen Hayes Awards - 2001 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

Jeremy KushnierThe Rhythm Club

Helen Hayes Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

Jeremy KushnierThe Rhythm Club

Helen Hayes Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

Jeremy KushnierFootloose

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1999 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Jeremy Kushnier, Footloose

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Jeremy Kushnier News


Video: Raul Esparza Sings 'Heaven's Changing' in Rehearsal For GALILEO


Rehearsals are underway for the new musical Galileo, starring Raul Esparza, at Berkeley Rep. Check out an all new video of the song 'Heaven's Changing'!

Javier Muñoz, Jeremy Kushnier & More Join GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL at Berkeley Rep


Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast and creative team for the world-premiere musical Galileo: A Rock Musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Inside THE NOTEBOOK Opening Night Party


The Notebook officially opened at the Schoenfeld Theatre last week. Following the show's opening, the cast celebrated the big night at an after party at Tavern on the Green. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the celebration, and you can check out photos here!

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Off-Broadway Cast Recording Out Now


The Original Off Broadway cast recording of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon is now available on all digital platforms.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 6th, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 6, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Exclusive: Original FOOTLOOSE Cast Cuts Loose to Celebrate 25 Years


In this video, watch a chat with original Footloose stars Jeremy Kushnier, jennifer Laura Thompson and Tom Plotkin as they take a trip down memory lane to celebrate 25 years since the show's debut.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 2, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 2, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed this weekend.

Video: Chatting With THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Stars Katey Sagal And Brittany Nicole Williams


The Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon is playing now at Theater 555. BroadwayWorld correspondent Richard Ridge recently sat down with two of the show's stars, television's Katey Sagal and Brittany Nicole Williams. See what they had to say about starring in this exciting new musical in this new video interview!

Off Broadway Cast Recording Of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER To Be Released On JAY Records


Raise Your Hands! The Off Broadway cast recording of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon. will be released on JAY Records. Produced by John Yap, the recording will feature the original cast of the Off Broadway production who gathered this week at Manhattan Studios to lay down the tracks.

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Extends for One Week at Theater 555


The Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon has been extended for one week at Theater 555.

Photos: THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Celebrates Opening Night


Check out photos of the opening night celebrations of The Gospel According to Heather!

Photos: On the Red Carpet for THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER


Check out photos from he red carpet for The Gospel According to Heather.

Photos: First Look at THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER at Theater 555 


THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER began performances earlier this week at Theater 555 with an official opening on Thursday, June 22 at 7pm. Check out all new photos here!

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Begins Performances Tomorrow at Theater 555


The Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon will begin TOMORROW, Wednesday, June 14 at 7:00pm at Theater 555.

Photos: The Cast of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Meets the Press!


THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER team invited members of the press to Ripley-Grier studios for a “sneak peek” at the show, before they move into the theater tomorrow to begin tech. They performed three numbers before speaking with the press. Previews begin June 14 at Theater 555. Opening Night is June 22.

Photos: The Cast of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER in Their First Rehearsal


The Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon is scheduled to begin at Theater 555 (555 West 42nd Street) on Wednesday, June 14 at 7:00pm with an official opening on Thursday, June 22nd  at 7:00pm. Performances are scheduled through July 9, 2023.  Check out photos of the cast in their first rehearsal!

Katey Sagal Joins THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Off-Broadway This Summer


Amas Musical Theatre in association with Jim Kierstead, Broadway Factor, Linda Karn and David Bryant, announced that Katey Sagal ('The Connors,' 'Married...With Children,' 'Sons of Anarchy') has joined the cast in the role of 'Agatha' for the Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon. 

The Off-Broadway Premiere Of THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO HEATHER Begins Previews This June


Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Artistic Producer) in association with Jim Kierstead, Broadway Factor, Linda Karn and David Bryant, will present the Off Broadway premiere of The Gospel According to Heather, a new musical with a book, music and lyrics by Paul Gordon.

Interview: Jordan Radis of FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre


Footloose is energetic, emotional, and fun—audience can’t help but feel like dancing. This electrifying musical takes the stage at Dutch Apple April 7-May 20. Jordan Radis, who plays Ren in this production takes some time to talk with BroadwayWorld about his experience in Footloose.

Wake Up With BWW 3/9: A DOLL'S HOUSE Opens, LIFE OF PI and CAMELOT Begin Previews, and More!


Top stories: Happy opening night to A Doll's House, and happy First Preview to Life of Pi and Camelot, which begin on Broadway tonight!

Jeremy Kushnier FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jeremy Kushnier been in?

Jeremy Kushnier has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Jeremy Kushnier been in?

Jeremy Kushnier has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jeremy Kushnier been nominated for?

Jeremy Kushnier has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. These nominations include Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Atomic," Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "Chess," Outstanding Lead Actor in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for "The Rhythm Club," and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Footloose."

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