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New York City native! Born and raised in Manhattan. Matthew just completed the world premiere run of Gatsby: An American Myth at the American Repertory Theatre, where he originated the role of Wilson (directed by Rachel Chavkin, music by Florence Welch and Thomas Bartlett). Broadway National Tour: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Low Righteous Brother), Dirty Dancing (Robbie Gould). Regional: Rocky, The Musical (Rocky Balboa) and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Brick) at Philadelphia’s historic Walnut Street Theatre. Beautiful as Gerry Goffin (Ogunquit Playhouse, Tuacahn Center for the Arts, Fulton Theatre, Walnut Street Theatre), Jersey Boys as Nick Massi (Sacramento Music Circus, Ogunquit Playhouse, Fulton Theatre, Maine State Music Theatre), White Christmas as Bob Wallace (Lexington Theatre Company), Goodspeed Opera House, Asolo Rep Theatre, Gloucester Stage, Music Theatre Wichita, and more. Lotte Lenya Competition Finalist. TV: The Equalizer, FBI. English Speaking Union's National Shakespeare Competition, NYC winner, NY Winner, 3rd place National. BFA: CCM Musical Theatre. LaGuardia H.S. Drama. Follow him @matthewamira.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
2026
Carlo

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2015
Performer [Replacement]

[US Tour]
US National Tour, 2014
Robbie Gould [Replacement]

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Jennifer Nettles' Musical GIULIA Reveals Full Cast - Quentin Earl Darrington, Matthew Amira and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2026

The complete cast and creative team has been revealed for Perelman Performing Arts Center's upcoming world premiere production of Giulia: The Poison Queen of Palermo with book, music and lyrics by Jennifer Nettles.
L'CHAIM: A TOAST TO THE JEWISH LEGACY OF BROADWAY Comes To Kean University
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2025

Kean Stage will present L'Chaim: A Toast to the Jewish Legacy of Broadway on Saturday, December 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Enlow Recital Hall (215 North Avenue, Hillside, New Jersey 07205).  
Matthew Amira, Cleavant Derricks and More Complete WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake.
GLORY RIDE to Have Two Industry Readings This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025

The new musical, Glory Ride, which tells the true story about Tour de France champion Gino Bartali, who secretly saved hundreds of innocent lives during Mussolini’s Fascist reign in World War II, will have two NYC industry readings this month.
Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROL KING MUSICAL at Fulton Theatre
by Rich Mehrenberg - Sep 22, 2024

Beautiful is just that, a beautiful show.  It is a great way to start the new season, and highlights Lancaster’s strong, continuing dedication to the fine arts.
Video: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Fulton Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 22, 2024

The Fulton Theatre is currently presenting Beautiful: The Carole King Musical through October 20th, 2024, bringing Carole King's inspiring story and timeless music to life on the Fulton Theatre stage. Check out footage from the production in the video here!
Broadway's Sara Sheperd Leads BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Fulton Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024

Sara Sheperd from Broadway will star in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at the Fulton Theatre.
Review: Working Our Way Back to See JERSEY BOYS at Broadway At Music Circus
by Courtney Symes - Aug 21, 2024

Oh, what a night at Broadway at Music Circus! Their final show of the season is the Tony Award-winning Jersey Boys, The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, which tells the rags to riches story of the original New Jersey boy band, The Four Seasons. Director Glenn Casale has helmed another must-see show this summer, and it’s fitting to close this exciting season with such an iconic title.
Review: American Repertory Theater's GATSBY is Great
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 26, 2024

The new musical Gatsby, being given its world premiere by the American Repertory Theater at the Loeb Drama Center in Cambridge through August 3, isn’t just great, it’s spectacular.
Review Roundup: GATSBY Makes its World Premiere at A.R.T.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 14, 2024

The world premiere of Gatsby at A.R.T., with a score by Florence Welch, is now open! Read the reviews for Gatsby here!
Photos: Get a First Look at GATSBY World Premiere at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2024

Get a first look at photos of the world premiere of Gatsby at American Repertory Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.
GATSBY, with Music by Florence Welch, Begins Performances at A.R.T.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024

The Great Gatsby begins performances at A.R.T today, May 26th, with an opening night scheduled for June 5th. The production will run through August 3rd.
World Premiere of GATSBY at A.R.T. Pushes First Preview Date
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2024

The world premiere musical Gatsby at A.R.T. will now begin previews on May 26. Learn more about the show.
Photos: See Rachel Chavkin, Sonya Tayeh & More in Rehearsals for GATSBY at A.R.T.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024

See rehearsal photos fro Gatsby at A.R.T. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
American Repertory Theater Announces Associated Programming For GATSBY World-Premiere Musical 
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2024

A.R.T. has announced associated programming for GATSBY, including a film series, essential question discussions, and access performances.
World Premiere of GATSBY at A.R.T. Extends Through Early August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024

American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University has added additional performance dates and inventory for its world-premiere musical Gatsby. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Isaac Powell, Ben Levi Ross, Solea Pfeiffer, and More Will Lead GATSBY at A.R.T.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024

The cast has been set for the world premiere of Gatsby, an adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s legendary novel, opening at American Repertory Theater in May!
Video: Highlights From BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Apr 2, 2024

Get an extended look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL.
Video: First Look At BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 28, 2024

Get a first look at Walnut Street Theatre's final show of the 215th season - the highly anticipated BEAUTIFUL – THE Carole King MUSICAL. Check out the cast in action in all-new video.
Photo: First Look At BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL At Walnut Street Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2024

Get an exclusive first look at Carole King in the Broadway musical BEAUTIFUL. The sneak peek reveals King's captivating performance, stirring anticipation among fans and theatre enthusiasts.

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