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Mario Cantone

Birth Place: Boston, MA, USA

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Mario Cantone is an American comedian, writer, actor, and singer with numerous appearances on Comedy Central including Chappelle's Show. He also played Anthony Marentino on Sex and the City. His style is fast-paced and energetic, with much of his humor coming from his impersonations of various characters ranging from his family members, to celebrities, to stereotypes.
An accomplished stage actor, his Broadway debut was replacing Nathan Lane in the role of Buzz in Terrence McNally's Tony Award-winning dramatic comedy, "Love! Valor! Compassion!" For the Public Theater on Broadway, Canone played Stephano in Shakespeare's "The Tempest." Off-Broadway in Shakespeare in the Park, he played Grumio in "Taming of the Shrew." Also Off-Broadway he was Terry in the original cast of "The Crumple Zone" and Benny in "June Moon."

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Mario Cantone STAGE CREDITS

[Regional (US)]
5th Avenue Theatre's World Premiere Production, 2020
Sir Pincus Glimmermore

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Off-Broadway Reading, 2019
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
New Group Off-Broadway Production, 2015
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2008
Duane Fox

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2004
Samuel Byck

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2003
Gidger

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival [Cancelled], 2001
Samuel Byck

[Regional (US)]
World Premiere, 1999
Bob Corleone / Telegram Boy / Announcer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1997
Dromio of Syracuse

[Broadway]
1995
Stephano

[Broadway]
1995
Buzz Hauser [Replacement]

Mario Cantone Productions

 
[Broadway, 2004]
Lyrics
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Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of THE OUTSIDERS


Broadway welcomed another new musical in The Outsiders, which is now officially open at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big day and you can check out photos from the VIP theatre arrivals here.

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.

Photos: The Gasp Collection


After four years at Broadway World Cabaret, quite a collection of photos has been amassed. These are the gasp-worthy pics.

Erika Henningsen, Kyle Selig & More to be Featured in Theatre Aspen 2023 Holiday Events


Theatre Aspen will present the return of their celebrated cabaret series for its third year. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Act II Playhouse Honors Comedy Legends In World Premiere Comedy Cabaret Starring Tony Braithwaite


Act II Playhouse announces its latest production entitled “Christmas in the Catskills”; an original comedy cabaret starring Philadelphia's Funniest Man, Tony Braithwaite. 

Jeff Cohen's SQUEAKY Will Receive Developmental Readings This Month


As part of its new Building the Box Developmental Reading Series, Out of the Box Theatrics will present readings of SQUEAKY, a poignant autobiographical comedy by Drama Desk Award winner Jeff Cohen.

Photos: Eugene O'Neill Theatre Center Honors Lynn Nottage at the 22nd Monte Cristo Awards


Last night, the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center presented the 22nd Monte Cristo Award to award-winning playwright and screenwriter Lynn Nottage.  Check out photos here!

Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at The Shed


Explore the photos from the star-studded opening night party of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE. Featuring Bobby Cannavale, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, and more, this exclusive collection takes you behind the scenes of this highly anticipated production.

Dianne Fraser to Perform Songs From Debut Album YOU AND I - THE WORDS AND MUSIC OF LESLIE BRICUSSE at Don't Tell Mama


Acclaimed Los Angeles cabaret artist Dianne Fraser will make a rare East Coast appearance in December to celebrate the release of her debut album, You and I – The Words and Music of Leslie Bricusse. Learn where and when to see her!

Review: The ASA Honors Betty Buckley With NEW WAYS TO DREAM Concert at Merkin Hall


A cast of Friends Of Betty filled the stage of Merkin Hall this week as the American Songbook Association honored Betty Buckley.

Billy Porter Will Perform at the 2023 DKMS Annual Gala


DKMS, a global leader in the fight against blood cancer, will further its mission with a black-tie gala on Thursday, October 19th at New York's Cipriani Wall Street. Billy Porter is set to perform. Learn more about the event and how to attend here!

Journalist Positions Open on BroadwayWorld Cabaret Team


Whatever type of small venue interests you, you can see it and write about it on Broadway World Cabaret.

Listen: Susan Sarandon & Seth Rudetsky Join Season 2 of Chris Sarandon's COOKING BY HEART Podcast


Academy Award-nominated actor Chris Sarandon launches Season 2 of his 'Cooking By Heart' podcast with Susan Sarandon and Seth Rudetsky. Listen here!

Jessie Mueller, Donna Murphy, Mario Cantone & More Join ASA Gala Honoring Betty Buckley


Get the latest on the star-studded lineup coming together to honor Betty Buckley at the American Songbook Association event. Find out when and where this exciting tribute will take place. Don't miss the chance to see Sandra Bernhard, Donna Murphy, Jennifer Simard, and more pay homage to a musical legend.

Photo: Kim Cattrall Returns to SEX & THE CITY As Samantha Jones in AND JUST LIKE THAT Finale


Celebrating 25 years since the premiere of the original series, Cattrall made her highly-anticipated return for the final episode of the season. She had previously refused to appear in the spin-off, which is described as a 'new chapter' of Sex & the City. Check out a photo of Cattrall's return now!

AND JUST LIKE THAT… Renewed For a Third Season on Max


Max has renewed the original series AND JUST LIKE THAT…, from executive producer Michael Patrick King, for a third season. The second season cast includes Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis, Sara Ramírez, Sarita Choudhury, Nicole Ari Parker, Karen Pittman, Mario Cantone, David Eigenberg, Evan Handler, Christopher Jackson, and more.

Photo: Bonnie Milligan Guest Stars In AND JUST LIKE THAT


Bonnie Milligan will be appearing in the upcoming episodes of And Just Like That..., the popular Sex & the City spinoff on Max. Milligan plays Lela, Charlotte York's new boss at a New York City art gallery. The season also features Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Christopher Jackson, Sara Ramirez, and more. Check out a photo from the episode!

A Video Roundup Celebrating The ASA's Gala Honoring Betty Buckley: NEW WAYS TO DREAM at Merkin Hall


One by one, the cast of the gala honoring Betty Buckley has grown more and more starry.

Review: Lee Roy Reams UNCENSORED! FOR ADULTS ONLY! at 54 Below Not For The Faint At Heart


When he named his show UNCENSORED!, Lee Roy Reams really not messing around.

Video: Watch Highlights from BroadwayWorld's 20th Anniversary Concert Celebration at Sony Hall


On May 21 of this year, BroadwayWorld threw a big party at Sony Hall in the heart of the theatre district, celebrating our 20th anniversary year online and in the community. It's an evening that I won't soon forget, and it all benefitted our longtime friends and collaborators at Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And the venue itself, Sony Hall, couldn't have been nicer to us or more cooperative. 

Mario Cantone FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Mario Cantone been in?

Mario Cantone has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Mario Cantone been in?

Mario Cantone has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Mario Cantone written?

Mario Cantone has written 2 shows including An Evening With Mario Cantone (Lyricist), Laugh Whore (Composer).

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