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Michael Esper has originated roles on Broadway and off in Appropriate (Hayes Theater); The Last Ship (Ahmanson); American Idiot (St. James Theatre); The Lyons (Vineyard Theatre); The Intelligent Homosexual's Guide... (The Public Theater); Lazarus (NY/West End); A Bright Room Called Day (Public); Big Bill (LCT); The Four of Us (MTC); The Agony and the Agony, Assistance, and Crazy Mary (all at Playwrights Horizons). Other plays include A Man for All Seasons (Roundabout), Suburbia (Second Stage), The Glass Menagerie (West End), Tales from Red Vienna (MTC), and Long Day's Journey into Night (Dublin Theatre Festival). In television, series regular roles include “Trust” (FX) and “Do No Harm” (NBC). Recurring roles include the Amazon series “Fallout,” and the recently released Peacock limited series “Devil In Disguise: John Wayne Gacy” and Showtime's “Nurse Jackie.” Other select television credits include “The Outsider,” “Ray Donovan,” “Florida Man,” “The Family” and “Shades of Blue.” Film credits include Pavements (dir. Alex Ross Perry), Griffin In Summer (dir. Nicholas Colia), Beau is Afraid (dir. Ari Aster), The Creator (dir. Gareth Edwards), Resurrection (dir. Andrew Semans), Ben is Back (dir. Peter Hedges), Runner Runner (dir. Brad Furman), Frances Ha (dir. Noah Baumbach), All Good Things (dir. Andrew Jarecki) and A Beautiful Mind (dir. Ron Howard).

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Alan Kirby

[Broadway]
Second Stage Original Broadway Production, 2023
Francois "Franz" Lafayette

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater's Off-Broadway Revival, 2019
Vealtninc Husz

[Off-Broadway]
Playwrights Horizons World Premiere, 2019
Guy

[West End]
West End Revival, 2017
Tom

[West End]
West End Transfer, 2016
Valentine [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
NYTW Off-Broadway World Premiere Production, 2015
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2014
Gideon Fletcher

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2012
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Vineyard Theatre Production, 2011
Curtis Lyons

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater & Signature Theatre Company Co-Production, 2011
Eli

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Will

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2008
William Roper

[Off-Broadway]
2008
David

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Skip

[Off-Broadway]
2006
Pony

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Luke

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Silvius/Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Pete/Ball Boy/Others, Jimmy (Understudy)

Movies

Dying Is Easy
[ 1995 ] Albert Matson
A Beautiful Mind
[ 2001 ] John Nh Jr. - Young Man
American Gun
[ 2002 ] Burgler
Loggerheads
[ 2005 ] Gill
Bittersweet Place
[ 2005 ] Joey
Light and the Sufferer
[ 2007 ] Paul
All Good Things
[ 2010 ] Daniel Marks
Watching TV with the Red Chinese
[ 2012 ] Billy
Frances Ha
[ 2012 ] Dan
Runner Runner
[ 2013 ] BillyPetPetricoff
The Drop
[ 2014 ] Rardy
Ben Is Back
[ 2018 ] Clayton
Resurrection
[ 2022 ] Peter
To Kill a Wolf
[ 2024 ] Carey
Griffin in Summer
[ 2024 ] Bill

TV Shows

Nurse Jackie
Gabe
Person of Interest
Jason Greenfield
The Girls on the Bus
Dick Braun
Fallout
Bud AskinsBrain-on-a-Roomba
Law & Order
[ 2009-2024 ] Kenneth LaneDavid Sutton (A.K.A. David Garvik)

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Michael Esper, Lazarus

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Photos: Tom Hanks Visits JOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE and THE BALUSTERS
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2026

Tom Hanks recently paid a visit to two Broadway productions, Joe Turner's Come and Gone and The Balusters. The actor, who was last seen on stage in This World of Tomorrow in 2025, posed with cast members at both shows. Check out photos here!
Photos: Annette Bening and Ella Beatty Visit THE BALUSTERS
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2026

Annette Bening and Ella Beatty recently paid a visit to The Balusters, which is now playing on Broadway at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The pair posed with the cast backstage after the performance. Check out the photos here!
Video: Watch a Scene from THE BALUSTERS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2026

As BroadwayWorld previously reported, The Balusters has extended for an additional two weeks and will now run through Sunday, June 7 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch a scene from the new play in this video!
THE BALUSTERS Extends Broadway Run Through June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 28, 2026

Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of THE BALUSTERS, the Drama League and Outer Critics Circle-nominated play by David Lindsay-Abaire and directed by Kenny Leon, has extended its run at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
Video: Anika Noni Rose Praises Diverse Perspectives in THE BALUSTERS: 'We Are Running the Gamut'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 28, 2026

Tony Award-winner Anika Noni Rose is back on Broadway in The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire. The performer is also releasing a new children's book this September, and spoke about both projects on TODAY. Watch her interview.
Photos: Darren Criss, Anaïs Mitchell, and More at the Atlantic Theater Company's 40th Anniversary Gala
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2026

Stars of stage and screen lit up The Plaza to help the historic Atlantic Theater Company celebrate 40 years of empowering new voices in the industry and championing diverse and bold pieces of theater. Check out photos from the event here!
Video: Go Inside Opening Night of THE BALUSTERS on Broadway
by Luka Vonier - Apr 27, 2026

The world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, officially opened at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Watch in this video as the whole cast and creative team celebrate the special night!
Photos: THE BALUSTERS Cast Takes Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 22, 2026

The world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Kenny Leon, is now open at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows here!
Review Roundup: THE BALUSTERS Opens On Broadway Starring Anika Noni Rose, Richard Thomas and More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2026

The critics are weighing-in on the world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Read the reviews and learn more about this new comedy now at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre in our review roundup!
Photos: Anika Noni Rose, Richard Thomas and More in THE BALUSTERS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2026

You can now get a first look at production photos for the world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire and directed by Kenny Leon, now in previews at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre.
Darren Criss, Aubrey Plaza and More to Join Atlantic Theater Company 40th Anniversary Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2026

Atlantic Theater Company will present their 2026 Gala at The Plaza, celebrating the historic theater’s 40th Anniversary. The event will feature performances from Darren Criss, Aubrey Plaza and more.
Meet the Cast of THE BALUSTERS, Now Playing on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026

Performances are now underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Meet the cast of The Balusters here!
Photos: First Look at THE BALUSTERS Broadway Marquee
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 27, 2026

Manhattan Theatre Club will soon present the world premiere of THE BALUSTERS, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee here.
Photos: THE BALUSTERS In Rehearsal Starring Anika Noni Rose, Marylouise Burke and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2026

Manhattan Theatre Club has released rehearsal photos for The Balusters, a new play by David Lindsay-Abaire. Directed by Kenny Leon, the production will begin previews at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The cast includes Marylouise Burke and Anika Noni Rose.
Photos: In Rehearsals with the Cast of THE BALUSTERS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 24, 2026

Rehearsals are officially underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Check out photos of the cast in rehearsals here.
Video: Meet the Broadway Ensemble at the Heart of THE BALUSTERS
by Luka Vonier - Mar 9, 2026

The Balusters is coming to Broadway! David Lindsay-Abaire’s new play is being presented by Manhattan Theatre Club. Watch in this video as the full company chats more about what audiences can expect.
Spotlight on Plays: March 2026
by Team BWW - Mar 4, 2026

The Spring 2026 season has officially begun, and with it, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in March 2026.
Photos: The Cast of MTC's THE BALUSTERS Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 2, 2026

The cast of the upcoming Broadway production of David Lindsay-Abaire’s The Balusters recently met the press. Check out photos and learn more about the production here!
Anika Noni Rose Replaces Renée Elise Goldsberry in THE BALUSTERS on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2026

Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose will replace previously announced Renée Elise Goldsberry in the upcoming Broadway production of David Lindsay-Abaire’s The Balusters.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 15, 2025- OPERATION MINCEMEAT Extends For a Sixth Time and More
by - Dec 15, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 15, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael Esper been in?

Michael Esper has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael Esper been in?

Michael Esper has appeared on London's West End in 2 shows.

What was Michael Esper's first West End show?

Michael Esper's first West End show was Lazarus which opened in 2016

What awards has Michael Esper been nominated for?

and Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lazarus.

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