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Matthew grew up in Danbury, CT, to a traditional Italian family. The son of two teachers, he graduated summa cum laude from University of CT, where he majored in voice and music education. A move to NYC led to leading roles in several US tours (Crazy for You, Joseph...Dreamcoat, Anything Goes), paving the way to his Broadway debut in the original company of Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein, where Matthew covered the title role. During previews in NY, he stepped into the part for multiple shows, performing the role to acclaim. Variety's Army Archerd hailed Matthew as "wonderful", and mom brought homemade meatballs to the stage door to celebrate.

Matthew also appeared on Broadway in the 2009 company of White Christmas, and the 2019 Tony Award winning production of A Christmas Carol. His self-penned solo show, Good Enough, appeared Off Broadway at the United Solo Festival, winning the festival's Best Musical Award in 2014. In 2016, he was nominated for a BroadwayWorld.com Best Actor award for his turn as Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show.

Matthew has worked on TV shows including Comedy Central's Broad City, MTV's Made, and Live from Lincoln Center, and as a recurring co-star on the second season of the Apple+ TV hit, Severance.

Matthew now makes homemade macaroni for his husband, rising screenwriter M. Rowan Meyer. The two were married in August, 2021, on the happiest day of Matthew's life. Check out Rowan's bio on imdb to see if he says the same thing.

In a parallel career path, Matthew all but donned Mr. Rogers' sweater and sneakers, and began work as an elementary music teacher and church music director. Matthew’s wedding caught the eyes of the Diocese of Brooklyn, his employer, whose stance on same-sex marriage led to his termination from that teaching job, an explanation YouTube video that went viral, a national media firestorm (The New York Times, et al, picked up the story) , and, ultimately, a dramatized version of this story, his solo show, Communion. Matthew’s story was also made into a documentary under the auspices of The School of Visual Arts in NYC, as a masters student’s thesis.

Matthew continues to work as an actor and public-school teacher in NYC.

Matthew LaBanca STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Nicholas

[Broadway]
Return Engagement [Broadway], 2009
Ensemble

Jimmy

Scooter

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2007
Ensemble

Medical Student

The Count

Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Stephen Sondheim Tribute Benefit, 2005
Performer

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2002
Ensemble

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2000
FBI Agent #2

Quartet

Ensemble


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The Cell Theatre Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring Over 20 Resident Artists


Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring over 20 resident artists, as well as the official Off-Broadway premiere of Matthew LaBanca's Communion.

The Cell Theater Extends Sold Out COMMUNION Again


COMMUNION, written and performed by Matthew LaBanca has been extended for the second time at the Cell Theater. Based on a true story, the play explores themes of faith, discrimination, and love.

Photos: Matthew LaBanca Premieres COMMUNION At The Cell Theatre


Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre in association with Spin Cycle presents COMMUNION, written and performed by Matthew LaBanca and directed by Kira Simring.

The Cell Theater Extends COMMUNION for Additional Week


After selling out all initially scheduled performances, Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre in association with Spin Cycle will present an additional week of performances of their developmental production of COMMUNION, written and performed by Matthew LaBanca and directed by Kira Simring.

COMMUNION Developmental Production to be Presented at The Cell Theatre


Experience the powerful one-man show COMMUNION at the cell theatre. Based on a true story, this developmental production delves into the journey of a gay Catholic school teacher facing discrimination and a crisis of faith. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of love, spirituality, and the fight against LGBTQ discrimination. Get your tickets now!

Matthew LaBanca's COMMUNION Will Have Developmental Production at the cell theatre


Matthew LaBanca's Communion will receive a developmental production in September. Performances will run September 22-24 at the cell theatre, 338 W 23rd Street, NYC.  Seating is extremely limited. 

Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night Of ABNORMAL At Theatre Row, NYC


ABNORMAL (a new play by Scott Miesse) presented by Tessa Faye Talent, along with co-producers Kevin Martinez (Off Broadway's THE OTHER JOSH COHEN), David Lambert (Broadway's A CHRISTMAS CAROL), Shawn Arani (Broadway's A CHRISTMAS CAROL), StavisFilm LLC , Doug Anning, Kirk Isenhour, Sarah Baum, and Jon Baum opened Friday, January 17th at Theatre Row, to a sold-out house.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Plays Final Broadway Performance Today


The holiday season is officially over, and so is A Christmas Carol. The play concludes its limited Broadway run at the Lyceum Theatre today, January 5, following 12 previews and 58 regular performances.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Breaks Box Office Record For The Third Week In A Row


A Christmas Carol, which opened on Broadway November 20, 2019, has just broken another box office record at the Lyceum Theatre. Adapted by Jack Thorne and directed by Matthew Warchus, A Christmas Carol grossed $954,054.40 over nine performances for the week ending December 29. It tops the house record previously held by Oh, Hello, the Nick Kroll and John Mulaney comedy that grossed $911,602 for the week ending January 1, 2017.

VIDEO: LaChanze & Celia Rose Gooding Talk Making History on Broadway on TODAY


Tony winner LaChanze, who is currently starring in a?oeA Christmas Carol,a?? and her daughter Celia Rose Gooding, who is making her Broadway debut in a?oeJagged Little Pill,a?? stopped by TODAY on Tuesday to talk about making Broadway history! 

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Sets New House Box Office Record at the Lyceum Theatre


The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, which opened on Broadway to rave reviews on November 20, 2019, has just broken the box office record at the Lyceum Theatre. Adapted by Jack Thorne and directed by Matthew Warchus, A Christmas Carol grossed $823,011 over eight performances for the week ending December 15. It tops the house record previously held by Oh, Hello, the Nick Kroll and John Mulaney comedy that grossed $804,513 for the week ending January 22, 2017.

VIDEO: Jai Srinivasan and Sebastian Ortiz of A CHRISTMAS CAROL Discuss What it Means to Play Tiny Tim as Disabled Kids


Two boys share the role of Tiny Tim in Broadway's new production of A Christmas Carol. But that's not all they share.

BWW TV: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Kicks Off the Holiday Season on Broadway!


The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, opened on Broadway last night, November 20, following critically acclaimed runs at The Old Vic, London. Playwright Jack Thorne and director Matthew Warchus offer a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens' classic story. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and we're taking you to inside the festivities below!

Photo Coverage: Go Inside Opening Night of A CHRISTMAS CAROL on Broadway!


The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, opened on Broadway last night, November 20, following critically acclaimed runs at The Old Vic, London. Playwright Jack Thorne and director Matthew Warchus offer a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens' classic story. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the big night and we're taking you to inside the festivities below!

Review Roundup: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Opens On Broadway! See What The Critics Are Saying!


The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, opens tonight on Broadway, following critically acclaimed runs at The Old Vic, London. Playwright Jack Thorne and director Matthew Warchus offer a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens' classic story. 

BWW TV: Broadway Walks the Red Carpet on Opening Night of A CHRISTMAS CAROL


The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, opens on Broadway tonight, November 20, following critically acclaimed runs at The Old Vic, London. Playwright Jack Thorne and director Matthew Warchus offer a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens' classic story. 

Wake Up With BWW 11/20: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Opens on Broadway, and More!


Today's top stories: A Christmas Carol opens on Broadway tonight, and more!

Photo Flash: First Look at Campbell Scott & More in A CHRISTMAS CAROL on Broadway!


The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, is currently in previews on Broadway this holiday season, following critically acclaimed runs at The Old Vic, London. Playwright Jack Thorne and director Matthew Warchus offer a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens' classic story. The production began previews on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street), and will open on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.

BWW TV: Watch Highlights from A CHRISTMAS CAROL on Broadway!


The holiday masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, is currently in previews on Broadway this holiday season, following critically acclaimed runs at The Old Vic, London. Playwright Jack Thorne and director Matthew Warchus offer a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens' classic story.  The production began previews on Thursday, November 7, 2019 at the Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street), and will open on Wednesday, November 20, 2019. 

VIDEO: A CHRISTMAS CAROL's Hannah Elless Takes Over Instagram!


We got some holiday cheer yesterday thanks to Hannah Elless taking over BroadwayWorld's Instagram Story at A Christmas Carol's first preview! So in case you missed it (or just want to relive all of the fun and excitement), we compiled clips for you to enjoy. Check it all out!

Matthew LaBanca FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Matthew Labanca been in?

Matthew Labanca has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has Matthew Labanca been in?

Matthew Labanca has not appeared in the West End.

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