Jerry Orbach
Date of Death: December 28, 2004 (69)
Latest News on Jerry Orbach:
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards; TONY BENNETT: A TRIBUTE Leads Best Show! (Dec 16, 2024)
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater (Dec 2, 2024)
Daniel Starnes Joins THE OFFICE! A MUSICAL PARODY Off-Broadway (Nov 22, 2024)
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards; TONY BENNETT: A TRIBUTE Leads Best Show! (Dec 16, 2024)
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater (Dec 2, 2024)
Daniel Starnes Joins THE OFFICE! A MUSICAL PARODY Off-Broadway (Nov 22, 2024)
BIO
Jerome Bernard Orbach was an American actor and singer, described at the time of his death as "one of the last bona fide leading men of the Broadway musical and global celebrity on television" and a "versatile stage and film actor".
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1968
Chuck Baxter [Replacement]
Chuck Baxter
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1961
Horrible Henry
Margueritte
Paul Berthalet
Carrot Top
Renardo
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1960
El Gallo
El Gallo [The Narrator]
[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [off-Broadway], 1955
Smith [Replacement]
Streetsinger [Replacement]
Movies
Cop Hater
[ 1958 ] Mumzer - Gang Leader
[ 1958 ] Mumzer - Gang Leader
Mad Dog Coll
[ 1961 ] Joe Clegg
[ 1961 ] Joe Clegg
John Goldfarb, Please Come Home!
[ 1965 ] Pinkerton
[ 1965 ] Pinkerton
The Gang That Couldn't Shoot Straight
[ 1971 ] Kid Sally
[ 1971 ] Kid Sally
A Fan's Notes
[ 1972 ] Fred Exley
[ 1972 ] Fred Exley
Foreplay
[ 1975 ] Jerry Lorsey
[ 1975 ] Jerry Lorsey
The Sentinel
[ 1977 ] Film Director
[ 1977 ] Film Director
Prince of the City
[ 1981 ] Detective Gus Levy
[ 1981 ] Detective Gus Levy
Underground Aces
[ 1981 ] Herbert Penlittle
[ 1981 ] Herbert Penlittle
Brewster's Millions
[ 1985 ] Charley Pegler
[ 1985 ] Charley Pegler
The Imagemaker
[ 1986 ] Byron Caine
[ 1986 ] Byron Caine
F/X
[ 1986 ] Nichol DeFranco
[ 1986 ] Nichol DeFranco
Dirty Dancing
[ 1987 ] Jake Houseman
[ 1987 ] Jake Houseman
I Love N.Y.
[ 1987 ] Leo
[ 1987 ] Leo
Someone to Watch Over Me
[ 1987 ] Lt. Garber
[ 1987 ] Lt. Garber
Last Exit to Brooklyn
[ 1989 ] Boyce
[ 1989 ] Boyce
Crimes and Misdemeanors
[ 1989 ] Jack Rosenthal
[ 1989 ] Jack Rosenthal
A Gnome Named Gnorm
[ 1990 ] Stan Walton
[ 1990 ] Stan Walton
California Casanova
[ 1991 ] Constantin Rominoffski
[ 1991 ] Constantin Rominoffski
Delusion
[ 1991 ] Larry
[ 1991 ] Larry
Delirious
[ 1991 ] Lou Sherwood
[ 1991 ] Lou Sherwood
Beauty and the Beast
[ 1991 ] Lumiere
[ 1991 ] Lumiere
Dead Women in Lingerie
[ 1991 ] Mr. Bartoli
[ 1991 ] Mr. Bartoli
Out for Justice
[ 1991 ] Ronny Donziger
[ 1991 ] Ronny Donziger
Universal Soldier
[ 1992 ] Dr. Christopher Gregor
[ 1992 ] Dr. Christopher Gregor
Straight Talk
[ 1992 ] Milo Jacoby
[ 1992 ] Milo Jacoby
Mr. Saturday Night
[ 1992 ] Phil Gussman
[ 1992 ] Phil Gussman
Temps
[ 1999 ] Announcer
[ 1999 ] Announcer
Prince of Central Park
[ 2000 ] Businessman
[ 2000 ] Businessman
Chinese Coffee
[ 2000 ] Jake Manheim
[ 2000 ] Jake Manheim
Manna from Heaven
[ 2002 ] Waltz Contest Announcer
[ 2002 ] Waltz Contest Announcer
TV Shows
Homicide: Life on the Street
Detective Leonard 'Lennie' Briscoe
Detective Leonard 'Lennie' Briscoe
House of Mouse
Lumiere
Lumiere
Law & Order
Detective Leonard 'Lennie' Briscoe
Detective Leonard 'Lennie' Briscoe
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
Detective Leonard 'Lennie' Briscoe
Detective Leonard 'Lennie' Briscoe
Murder, She Wrote
Harry McGraw
Harry McGraw
The Law and Harry McGraw
Harry McGraw
Harry McGraw
Awards and Nominations
winner
The Lortels - 1999 - Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence
Jerry Orbach
Drama Desk Awards - 1976 - Outstanding Actor - Musical
Jerry Orbach, Chicago
Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Jerry Orbach, Chicago
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1969 - Outstanding Performance
Jerry Orbach, Promises, Promises
winner
Tony Awards - 1969 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Jerry Orbach, Promises, Promises
Tony Awards - 1965 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Jerry Orbach , Guys and Dolls
Videos
TV: Marissa Jaret Winokur to Perform Cut Song in Hollywood Bowl's BEAUTY & THE BEAST
by Julie Musbach - May 21, 2018
How Many Times Did They Break Into Song and Other Things We Learned from Will Roland's Visit to BACKSTAGE BITE
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2017
STAGE TUBE: Rick McKay Releases Unseen Footage from Acclaimed Documentary GREENWICH VILLAGE: A WORLD APART
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2016
VIDEO: Robbie Benson, Paige O'Hara & More Recite Favorite BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Lines
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 20, 2016
VIDEO: Miranda, Menken, Schwartz & Lopez Pay Tribute to Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 16, 2016
Photo Flash: Angela Lansbury & More Reunite for BEAUTY & THE BEAST 25th Anniversary
by BWW Special Coverage - May 10, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Fellow Stage & Screen Stars Remember Elliott Gould in New Clip from Rick McKay's THE GOLDEN AGE FILM TRILOGY
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 5, 2015
TV Exclusive: Joshua Ellis Shares True Stories of a Broadway Press Agent in CALL MY PUBLICIST!
by Randy Rainbow - Apr 26, 2015
VIDEO: BWW's 12 Days of Christmas with Guest Editor Richard Jay-Alexander; Day 12 - Never Before Seen Jill Eikenberry & Michael Tucker - PROMISES, PROMISES!
by Richard Jay-Alexander - Dec 24, 2014
TV: THE FANTASTICKS Celebrates 20,000th Performance in New York City on 9/15- Watch Highlights!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 5, 2013
News
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards; TONY BENNETT: A TRIBUTE Leads Best Show!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
20th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented Tonight at The Todd Haimes Theater
The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more!
The Fred Ebb Foundation in association with the Roundabout Theatre Company will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more!
Daniel Starnes Joins THE OFFICE! A MUSICAL PARODY Off-Broadway
Daniel Starnes is now starring in Off-Broadway’s hit The Office! A Musical Parody, playing the role of Creed & Others. Daniel Starnes most recently performed aboard the Disney Wish. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Daniel Starnes is now starring in Off-Broadway’s hit The Office! A Musical Parody, playing the role of Creed & Others. Daniel Starnes most recently performed aboard the Disney Wish. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Gabrielle Stravelli, Klea Blackhurst, and Graham Rowat Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
The Fred Ebb Foundation and Birdland Jazz Club announced additional performers for Sing Happy: The Lyrics of Fred Ebb, which will take place next week at Birdland Jazz Club.
Nick Mason Joins Off-Broadway's THE OFFICE! A MUSICAL PARODY
Nick Mason is now starring in Off-Broadway's hit The Office! A Musical Parody, playing the role of Dwight & Others. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
Nick Mason is now starring in Off-Broadway's hit The Office! A Musical Parody, playing the role of Dwight & Others. Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!
THE FANTASTICKS LGBTQIA+ Rewrite Extended at Island City Stage
ISLAND CITY STAGE has extended THE FANTASTICKS, offering a South Florida premiere with an LGBTQ+ twist. Discover this reimagined classic musical in its limited run.
ISLAND CITY STAGE has extended THE FANTASTICKS, offering a South Florida premiere with an LGBTQ+ twist. Discover this reimagined classic musical in its limited run.
A 2024 Broadway Holiday Streaming Guide
From Sabrina Carpenter's new Christmas special to musical classics like Albert Finney's Scrooge, find out which holiday streaming titles will bring a Broadway fan some extra joy this year.
From Sabrina Carpenter's new Christmas special to musical classics like Albert Finney's Scrooge, find out which holiday streaming titles will bring a Broadway fan some extra joy this year.
Cheeyang Ng and Eric Sorrels Will Receive 20th Annual Fred Ebb Award
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the twentieth annual Fred Ebb Award for aspiring musical theatre songwriters to the team of Cheeyang Ng & Eric Sorrels. Learn more about the award and the ceremony here!
Blake Brundy Joins Cast Of Off-Broadway's SINGFELD! AN UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY ABOUT NOTHING
Blake Brundy is now starring in Off-Broadway's hit Singfeld! An Unauthorized Musical Parody About Nothing, playing the role of Everybody Else in NYC. The cast of SINGFELD! also features Dustin Scully, Micaela Oliverio, C.J. Russo, and Alexander McConkie.
Blake Brundy is now starring in Off-Broadway's hit Singfeld! An Unauthorized Musical Parody About Nothing, playing the role of Everybody Else in NYC. The cast of SINGFELD! also features Dustin Scully, Micaela Oliverio, C.J. Russo, and Alexander McConkie.
Brayden Krikke Joins Cast of THE OFFICE! A MUSICAL PARODY
Brayden Krikke is now starring in Off-Broadway’s hit The Office! A Musical Parody, playing the role of Jim/Andy. Krikke’s credits include: Vocalist (Celebrity Cruises), The Flash (Justice League Tour), Lucas (The Addams Family), and Prince Eric (The Little Mermaid).
Brayden Krikke is now starring in Off-Broadway’s hit The Office! A Musical Parody, playing the role of Jim/Andy. Krikke’s credits include: Vocalist (Celebrity Cruises), The Flash (Justice League Tour), Lucas (The Addams Family), and Prince Eric (The Little Mermaid).
Review: NORM LEWIS at The Barns At Wolf Trap
A veneer of unabashed professionalism, musical prowess, and often amusing self-reflection enveloped the Broadways star Norm Lewis (The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, etc.) as he delighted the audience at The Barns at Wolf Trap. Norm Lewis’ rich and resonant baritone voice is a natural wonder of the musical world ----Lewis’ expressive baritone spans the range between tenor and bass with exceptional fluidity yet concurrent control.
A veneer of unabashed professionalism, musical prowess, and often amusing self-reflection enveloped the Broadways star Norm Lewis (The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, etc.) as he delighted the audience at The Barns at Wolf Trap. Norm Lewis’ rich and resonant baritone voice is a natural wonder of the musical world ----Lewis’ expressive baritone spans the range between tenor and bass with exceptional fluidity yet concurrent control.
Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff & More to Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB at Birdland
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
Island City Stage Kicks Off Its 13th Season With THE FANTASTICKS
Off-Broadway's longest-running and most beloved musical, The Fantasticks, will kick off Island City Stage’s 13th South Florida Season beginning October 17.
Off-Broadway's longest-running and most beloved musical, The Fantasticks, will kick off Island City Stage’s 13th South Florida Season beginning October 17.
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT Comes to the Weidner in 2025
Immerse yourself in the timeless romance of the iconic Academy Award®-winning film with Dirty Dancing in Concert, After captivating over 200,000 fans with more than 100 mesmerizing shows across the U.S., Europe, UK, and Australia, the global phenomenon of Dirty Dancing in Concert will bring its magic back to North America for a tour spanning 50 cities including a stop at The Weidner for one night only on Friday, February 7 at 7:30 PM.
Immerse yourself in the timeless romance of the iconic Academy Award®-winning film with Dirty Dancing in Concert, After captivating over 200,000 fans with more than 100 mesmerizing shows across the U.S., Europe, UK, and Australia, the global phenomenon of Dirty Dancing in Concert will bring its magic back to North America for a tour spanning 50 cities including a stop at The Weidner for one night only on Friday, February 7 at 7:30 PM.
Top Off-Broadway Shows for September 2024
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre in the month of September.
What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is here to guide you through the top picks for theatre in the month of September.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: SIX CHICK FLICKS . . ., Underbelly, Bristo Square
Six Chick Flicks, less commonly known by its full name, Six Chick Flicks . . . or a Legally Blonde Pretty Woman Dirty Danced on the Beaches while writing a Notebook on the Titanic, written and performed by Kerry Ipema and KK Apple, takes audiences through the world of some of their favourite chick flicks, lovingly parodied by two fans.
Six Chick Flicks, less commonly known by its full name, Six Chick Flicks . . . or a Legally Blonde Pretty Woman Dirty Danced on the Beaches while writing a Notebook on the Titanic, written and performed by Kerry Ipema and KK Apple, takes audiences through the world of some of their favourite chick flicks, lovingly parodied by two fans.
The Bushnell Presents DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT
The Bushnell will host DIRTY DANCING In Concert with tickets available starting Friday, August 23.
The Bushnell will host DIRTY DANCING In Concert with tickets available starting Friday, August 23.
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT To Visit Popejoy Hall This March
Experience the iconic film DIRTY DANCING like never before with a live concert tour visiting 50 cities, including a stop at Popejoy Hall.
Experience the iconic film DIRTY DANCING like never before with a live concert tour visiting 50 cities, including a stop at Popejoy Hall.
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT Comes To NJPAC This March
Experience the magic of DIRTY DANCING in concert at NJPAC in March 2025. Enjoy live performances of the iconic soundtrack and relive the classic movie moments on the big screen.
Experience the magic of DIRTY DANCING in concert at NJPAC in March 2025. Enjoy live performances of the iconic soundtrack and relive the classic movie moments on the big screen.
DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT Tour To Visit More Than 50 Cities Across North America In 2025
Dirty Dancing in Concert will return to North America in 2025, visiting over 50 cities. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Dirty Dancing in Concert will return to North America in 2025, visiting over 50 cities. Learn how to purchase tickets.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jerry Orbach been in?
Jerry Orbach has appeared on Broadway in 10 shows.
How many West End shows has Jerry Orbach been in?
Jerry Orbach has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Jerry Orbach been nominated for?
Jerry Orbach has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He was nominated for the Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence at The Lortels. He was also nominated for Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for his role in "Chicago". In addition, he received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for his performances in both "Chicago" and "Promises, Promises". Furthermore, he was nominated for Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "Promises, Promises". Lastly, he received a nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for his role in "Guys and Dolls".
What awards has Jerry Orbach won?
Jerry Orbach has won several awards throughout his career. He received the Edith Oliver Award for Sustained Excellence at The Lortels. He also won the Outstanding Performance award at the Drama Desk Awards for his role in Promises, Promises. Additionally, he won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his performance in Promises, Promises.
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