Lewis J. Stadlen
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
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BIO
Lewis J. Stadlen has starred on Broadway in The Nance, The Producers, 45 Seconds From Broadway, The Man Who Came to Dinner (Drama Desk Award nomination), Laughter on the 23rd Floor, the 1996 production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Tony Award nomination), the female version of The Odd Couple, the 1974 production of Candide (Tony nomination), The Sunshine Boys, and Minnie’s Boys (Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Theatre World Awards). In addition, he has starred in the national tours of The Producers, Guys and Dolls, Laughter on the 23rd Floor, Oklahoma!, The Time of Your Life, and Fiddler on the Roof. His film and television credits include In & Out, To Be or Not to Be, Windy City, The Verdict, Serpico, Portnoy’s Complaint, “Smash,†“Damages,†and “The Sopranos.â€
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Christopher McDonald, John Goodman, Halley Feiffer, Patricia Conolly, Dylan Baker, John Slattery, Nathan Lane, Robert Morse, Jack O’Brien, Holland Taylor, Lewis J. Stadlen, Clark Thorell, John Magaro and David Pittu
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Christopher McDonald, John Goodman, Halley Feiffer, Patricia Conolly, Dylan Baker, John Slattery, Nathan Lane, Robert Morse, Jack Oâ€Brien, Holland Taylor, Lewis J. Stadlen, Clark Thorell, John Magaro and David Pittu
From: Photo Coverage: THE FRONT PAGE's John Goodman and John Slattery Get Immortalized at Sardi's!
Little MeNew York City CenterCast List:Christian BorleRobert CreightonDavid GarrisonHarriet HarrisJudy KayeLewis J. StadlenLee WilkofTony YazbeckRachel YorkCameron AdamsStanley BahorekMeggie CanslerGaelen GillilandArlo HillReed KellyJustin KeyesEloise Kro
From: Photo Flash: First Look at Christian Borle, Rachel York & More in Encores! LITTLE ME
STAGE CREDITS
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Movies
[ 1972 ] Potofski
[ 1973 ] Berman
[ 1977 ] Stanley
[ 1982 ] Allan's Father
[ 1982 ] Dr. Gruber Lewis Stadlen
[ 1983 ] Lupinsky
[ 1984 ] Marty
[ 1990 ] Avi
[ 1994 ] Moderator
[ 1995 ] Lekish, Zeinvel, The Peddler
[ 1997 ] Ed Kenrow
[ 1998 ] Bandleader
TV Shows
John Taylor
Danny, Mr. Cooper
Dr. Freid
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Lewis J. StadlenThe Producers
Lewis J. StadlenThe Producers
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Lewis J. Stadlen, The Man Who Came to Dinner
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Lewis J. StadlenThe Caucasian Chalk Circle
Lewis J. Stadlen, Candide
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Videos
VIDEO: On This Day, March 5- Larry David's FISH IN THE DARK Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-03-05 16:25:15
TV: The Stars Come Out to Celebrate Opening Night of HELLO, DOLLY! in LA
by TV - On the Road - 2019-01-31 16:21:45
VIDEO: Call On Betty Buckley In All New Footage of HELLO, DOLLY! on Tour!
by Alan Henry - 2019-01-02 16:03:51
VIDEO: Betty Buckley And The Cast Of HELLO, DOLLY! Take Opening Night Bows
by TV - On the Road - 2018-10-09 10:13:03
VIDEO: Betty Buckley Talks Taking HELLO, DOLLY! Across The Country
by Alan Henry - 2018-10-05 14:27:25
TV: Bang-Zoom! Watch Highlights from THE HONEYMOONERS at Paper Mill Playhouse
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2017-10-03 17:07:14
TV: FISH IN THE DARK Montage! Jason Alexander Returns to Broadway in Larry David's Comedy Play
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2015-06-16 18:57:46
TV: Jason Alexander Surprises Larry David Onstage at FISH IN THE DARK
by Robert Diamond - 2015-06-05 07:48:34
TV: FISH IN THE DARK Finds Its New Larry David! Jason Alexander Begins Rehearsals!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-05-30 08:00:52
TV: Watch Highlights of Larry David & More in FISH IN THE DARK on Broadway!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-03 15:15:47
News
by David Green - Apr 14, 2026
The Plaza Theatre is thrilled to announce that Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor and director David Hyde Pierce has joined the cast of Better Late, written by Larry Gelbart and directed by Susan Stroman.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2026
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor and director David Hyde Pierce has joined the cast of Better Late, written by Larry Gelbart and directed by Susan Stroman at The Plaza Theatre.
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 7, 2025
A new documentary entitled This Place Matters! Ten Chimneys premiered on Monday, October 6, 2025, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre in New York City. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2024
Michael Lluberes, the founding producing artistic director of FIM Flint Repertory Theatre, is leaving the theatre after more than six years of service. Learn more about his plans here!
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 5, 2024
Richard Skipper, HELLO, DOLLY! historian and friend of the late great Carol Channing, is celebrating the beloved show on its 60th anniversary, with one more performance in Manhattan on March 29th at 7 pm featuring former Dolly alum Lorna Dallas. We spoke about the first sold out show and the enduring legacy of Dolly.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2024
Join in at the Drama Book Shop for their January events. See who is taking part!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 1, 2023
We'd like to propose a toast! Broadway has always raised a glass to celebrate itself, both on-stage and off. I'll Drink to That!, by Laurence Maslon, is a celebration of theatrical tradition, a souvenir of magic moments on stage, and a practical guide to make one-of-a-kind craft cocktail recipes inspired by the best of Broadway. Check out photos from the release party here!
by BWW Special Offer - Sep 29, 2022
Special Offer: FIM Flint Repertory Theatre kicks off ‘22-‘23 season
by BWW Special Offer - Sep 23, 2022
Special Offer: FIM Flint Repertory Theatre kicks off ‘22-‘23 season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2022
Willy Loman is coming to Flint in September! He'll be played by two-time Tony Award-nominee Lewis J. Stadlen at the FIM Flint Repertory Theatre Sept. 23 – Oct. 9. This is the opening of Flint Rep's season and another event in FIM's ongoing September Spectacular to celebrate its new season and new, unified brand.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2021
The Flint Repertory Theatre’s Producing Artistic Director Michael Lluberes unveiled an exciting line-up of shows for Rep’s 2021—2022 Season. The Rep season kicks off in the fall with Samuel Beckett’s surreal and darkly comic masterpiece HAPPY DAYS, starring Janet Haley.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2021
On this day in 2015, Fish In the Dark, a new comedy by Seinfeld creator Larry David, celebrated its opening night on Broadway.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2020
This Saturday morning, June 6, two-time Tony-nominated actor LEWIS J. STADLEN ('The Producers,' the original 'Sunshine Boys'), will be a special guest on the 16th Annual TotalTheater Broadway Show. The videocast will air live, 9am-noon(Eastern) on Facebook (facebook.com/davesgoneby).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2020
Lincoln Center at Home is maintaining connections to the arts during the COVID-19 pandemic. A free, one-stop portal to all digital offerings from across the iconic campus, offerings include Lincoln Center Pop-Up Classroom, #ConcertsForKids, and an array of archival and livestream performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2020
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts has announced Broadway Fridays, free online streams of some of the most beloved Live From Lincoln Center broadcasts of Broadway productions from Lincoln Center Theater and the New York Philharmonic, beginning this June.
by Susan Haubenstock - May 4, 2020
Haubenstock's COVID-19 pastime is reminiscing about her favorite shows of the past 18 years, more or less
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2019
MasterVoices begins its 2019-20 season on Thursday, November 21 at Carnegie Hall with the concert staging of George and Ira Gershwins' 1933 musical Let 'Em Eat Cake, with a book by George S. Kaufman and Morrie Ryskind, a comic satire about a populist U.S. President who is voted out of office and stages a coup to regain power. Artistic Director Ted Sperling will direct and conduct MasterVoices, soloists, and Orchestra of St. Luke's in this timely musical which has not been heard in New York since 1987. Updated casting details are included below.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 23, 2019
MasterVoices will begin its 2019-20 season on Thursday, November 21 at Carnegie Hall with the concert staging of George and Ira Gershwins' 1933 musical Let 'Em Eat Cake, with a book by George S. Kaufman and Morrie Ryskind, a comic satire about a populist U.S. President who is voted out of office and stages a coup to regain power.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 9, 2019
On Tuesday, October 15, 2019 there will be an industry reading of Rare Indulgence, a new dark comedy by Bruce J. Robinson at 1 and 4 PM in Theatre 4 of Theatre Row, 410 West 42nd Street, between 9th and 10th.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2019
Betty Buckley completed her run in the national tour of Hello, Dolly! this weekend! See the star take her final bow as Dolly Gallagher-Levi at the Opera House in Boston below!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Lewis J. Stadlen has appeared on Broadway in 13 shows.
Lewis J. Stadlen has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical (Kevin Kline Awards) for The Producers, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Producers, Outstanding Featured Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for The Man Who Came to Dinner, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for Guys and Dolls, Outstanding Supporting Actor, Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for The Caucasian Chalk Circle, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Candide, Outstanding Performances (Drama Desk Awards) for Minnie's Boys, Best Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Minnie's Boys and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Minnie's Boys.
Lewis J. Stadlen has received several awards for his performances. He won the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical at the Kevin Kline Awards for The Producers. He also earned the Outstanding Featured Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for The Man Who Came to Dinner. Additionally, he received recognition for Outstanding Performances at the Drama Desk Awards for Minnie's Boys and won the Best Performance award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Minnie's Boys.
