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Jim Parsons

Birth Place: Houston, TX, USA

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Jim Parsons continues to skillfully navigate the entertainment industry as an award-winning actor and producer.

He will soon begin production on Just by Looking at Him. The film is an adaptation of Ryan O’Connell’s novel of the same name. Parsons will star alongside O’Connell in the comedy.

In December 2022, Parsons starred alongside Ben Aldridge in Focus Features’ Spoiler Alert based on Michael Ausiello’s acclaimed memoir of the same title. Parsons' That’s Wonderful Productions produced the film, which was nominated for Outstanding Film – Wide Release at the GLAAD Media Awards.

He recently led the Off-Broadway revival of A Man of No Importance, the 2002 musical featuring a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens for The Classic Stage Company. He received a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for his performance and the show was nominated for Drama League, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards. In 2020, he starred in the Netflix movie The Boys in the Band. He previously starred in the Broadway production of the show as well. Parsons starred on Broadway in An Act of God, written by 13-time Emmy Award winner David Javerbaum and directed by Joe Mantello. Parsons starred in the Broadway revival of Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize winning play Harvey. He received a Theatre World Award and Emmy nomination for his debut Broadway performance as “Tommy Boatwright” in The Normal Heart, starring opposite Ellen Barkin, John Benjamin Hickey, and Joe Mantello. The Normal Heart won a Tony Award for “Best Revival of a Play” and was presented with the Drama Desk Award for “Outstanding Revival of a Play” and “Outstanding Ensemble Performance.” Parsons’ other stage performances include, The Castle, The Countess as well as The Tempest and As You Like It.

Parsons' breakout role was that of Sheldon Cooper from the CBS smash hit The Big Bang Theory. The show was the #1 comedy in America and in many parts of the world. The Big Bang Theory also made history as the longest running multi-camera sitcom ever with 279 shows.

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Jim Parsons STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Stage Manager

[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2024
Carl

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Off-Broadway Production, 2022
Alfie Byrne

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2018
Michael

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
God

[Broadway]
Roundabout Theatre Production, 2012
Elwood P. Dowd

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Tommy Boatwright

[Off-Broadway]
2002
Jeremiah


Jim Parsons Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2023 - Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical

Jim Parsons, A Man of No Importance


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Featured Actor in a Play

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2011 - Performance

Jim Parsons, The Normal Heart

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Jim Parsons News


Mark Ruffalo and Jessica Hecht to Star in IRONWEED at BAM


On May 17th BAM will present IRONWEED: An Evening of Art & Humanity, based on William Kennedy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Buying Guide: April 15, 2024- Last Chance to See DOUBT on Broadway


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 15, 2024.

Video: Jessica Lange Talks MOTHER PLAY on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS


On Monday night, Jessica Lange appeared on Late Night with Seth Meyers to talk about her role in Mother Play as Phyllis, the matriarch of the family. Though she has worked extensively onstage (she was last seen on Broadway in the four-hour epic Long Day's Journey into Night,) this was the first time Lange has originated a role in a new work. Watch the video here!

Video: Jim Parsons Talks Playing a 14-Year Old in MOTHER PLAY on THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JIMMY FALLON


On Monday night, Jim Parsons appeared on The Tonight Show to talk about his role as Carl in Paula Vogel's Mother Play. Specifically, he discussed his approach to playing a 'floppy' 14-year old who lounges all over the furniture. Mother Play began previews April 3 and will officially open on April 25, 2024 at the Hayes Theater. Watch the video here!

Broadway Buying Guide: April 8, 2024- HAMILTON Rises to the Top


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 8, 2024.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 4, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 4, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Jim Parsons, Katie Holmes and More Will Lead Kenny Leon's OUR TOWN Revival


Grover's Corners, here they come! The new Broadway production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, just announced that the play will feature 28 actors. We have all of the details!

Broadway Buying Guide: April 1, 2024- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Rolls to the Top


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, April 1, 2024.

Meet the Cast of MOTHER PLAY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway


Second Stage Theater's Mother Play will begin previews on Broadway tonight, April 3. Meet the cast of Mother Play here!

MOTHER PLAY Starring Lange, Parsons & Keenan-Bolger Delays First Preview


Second Stage Theater's Mother Play has delayed its first preview. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals for Paula Vogel's MOTHER PLAY


'There are not a lot of mother plays written by women. I understand why... there's guilt, the understanding of how hard it is for women,' explained playwright Paula Vogel in a break from rehearsals for her aptly named, Mother Play. In this video, watch as the full cast and creative team gets ready for Broadway.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 21, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 21, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: Meet the Company of MOTHER PLAY on Broadway


Next up from Second Stage Theater is the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play! The cast and creative team met the press yesterday, and BroadwayWorld was there. Check out photos here!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of IBSEN'S GHOST at 59E59's Theater A


Ibsen's Ghost is now playing at 59E59’s Theater A. The production officially opened last night, March 14 for a limited run through April 14. Check out opening night photos here!

Up on the Marquee: MOTHER PLAY


Next up from Second Stage Theater is the world premiere of Paula Vogel’s Mother Play, directed by Tina Landau. Check out photos for the Broadway marquee here!

Photos: Go Inside Roundabout's 2024 Gala, Honoring Kenny Leon and the Rudin Family


Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated its 2024 Gala, honoring Kenny Leon and The Rudin Family. Check out the photos here!

Bennett Leak Will Be Second Stage Theater's Interim Artistic Director


Second Stage Theater has announced that Bennett Leak, Second Stage Theater's Director of Artistic Production, has been named Interim Artistic Director for the 2024-25 Season.

How Many Shows This Season Are By Pulitzer Prize Winners and Finalists?


This time, the reader question was: Are there a lot of new productions by Pulitzer Prize winners and finalists this season, or does it just seem that way?

Gigi Gorgeous Getty & Anthony Allen Ramos to Host GLAAD's GRAMMYs Red Carpet Coverage


GLAAD recognizes both the meteoric expansion of LGBTQ representation in music and the influence LGBTQ artists have had on the music industry at-large over the last several years. As such, GLAAD's presence on the Grammys red carpet, co-hosted by Gigi Gorgeous Getty and GLAAD's Anthony Allen Ramos.

Best Broadway Shows in 2024; What's Coming!


Check out a full list of what's to come on Broadway in 2024 and be sure to check back as more engagements are added to the list!

Jim Parsons FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Jim Parsons been in?

Jim Parsons has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jim Parsons been nominated for?

Jim Parsons has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Lead Performer in a Musical at The Lortels for "A Man of No Importance," Best Featured Actor in a Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for "The Normal Heart," and a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for "The Normal Heart."

What awards has Jim Parsons won?

Jim Parsons has won the Best Featured Actor in a Play award at the BroadwayWorld Awards for his performance in The Normal Heart. He has also received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for his role in The Normal Heart.

What is Jim Parsons next theatre project?

Jim Parsons's next show will be Mother Play which opens on 4/25/2024 on Broadway.

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