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BIO

Michael Urie is most well known as an actor for his television work as Marc St. James on “Ugly Betty,” Gavin Sinclair on “Modern Family,” Redmond on “Younger,” roles on “Partners,” “Workaholics,” “Hot in Cleveland,” “The Good Wife,” “The Good Fight,” as well as “Shrinking” for Apple +.



Most recently, he appeared in Spamalot at Kennedy Center, and he will next star in The Da Vinci Code at Ogunquit Playhouse.

Movies include: Single All the Way, Swan Song, The Decoy Bride, Petunia, Beverly Hills Chihuahua, Lavender, the upcoming Jersey Boys Live starring Nick Jonas. On Broadway, Michael has appeared in Douglas Lyons’ Chicken & Biscuits, Bess Wohl’s Grand Horizons, Harvey Fierstein’s Torch Song, and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.

Off Broadway, on tour and in London, he did more than 600 performances of Jonathan Tolins’ solo play Buyer & Cellar. Other Off-Broadway plays include Jane Anger, The Temperamentals, The Government Inspector, Homos or Everyone in America, Shows for Days, High Button Shoes, The Cherry Orchard, and two Tony Kushner plays: A Bright Room Called Day and Angels in America. Behind the scenes, Michael directed Bright Colors and Bold Patterns and produced Happy Birthday Doug (both plays written and performed by Drew Droege and both available on BroadwayHD), directed the short film The Hyperglot, feature comedy film He’s Way More Famous Than You, and co-directed Thank You for Judging an award-winning documentary about High School speech tournaments.

He’s narrated the audiobooks Lily and the Octopus, Hero, Midnight Cowboy, and The Editor. He is the recipient of two Drama Desk Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards, an Obie, an LA Drama Critics Award, Actors Equity’s Clarence Derwent award, as well as GMHC’s Howard Ashman Award, The Broadway Beacon Award, Coach Art’s Coach Champion Award and Juilliard’s John Houseman Award. He lives in New York with his partner Ryan and their children, a dog and cat.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2024
Prince Dauntless

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert Revival Production, 2024
Prince Dauntless

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2023
Sir Robin

[Broadway]
A New Comedy by Douglas Lyons, 2021
Logan

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2020
Brian

[Off-Broadway]
Public Theater's Off-Broadway Revival, 2019
Gregor Bazwald

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

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2019
Harrison Foy

[Off-Broadway]
Barrow Street Theatricals Off-Broadway Production, 2018
Guest Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Performer

[Broadway]
Second Stage Broadway Revival Production, 2018
Arnold Beckoff

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Shakespeare Theatre Company Production, 2018
Hamlet

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Revival, 2017
Arnold Beckoff

[Off-Broadway]
Red Bull Theater Adaptation, 2017
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
New York Premiere Production, 2016
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theater Production, 2015
Car

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2014
Alex More

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2013
Alex More

[Off-Broadway]
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Production, 2013
Alex More

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Company Production, 2011
Yepikhodov

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2011
Bud Frump [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company Production, 2010
Prior Walter [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Signature Theatre Company Production, 2010
Prior Walter [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2010
Rudi Gernreich

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2022]
Producer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director

Movies

WTC View
[ 2005 ] Eric
Beverly Hills Chihuahua
[ 2008 ] Sebtian
Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life
[ 2011 ] James
The Decoy Bride
[ 2011 ] Steve
Petunia
[ 2012 ] George McDougal
He's Way More Famous Than You
[ 2013 ] Michael Urie
Such Good People
[ 2014 ] Richard Nearly
Abducted
[ 2018 ] Todd Meisner
Smithtown
[ 2020 ] Ian Bernstein
Nora Highland
[ 2020 ] LGBTQIA Gala Host
Swan Song
[ 2021 ] Dustin
The Extinction of Fireflies
[ 2021 ] Jay
Single All the Way
[ 2021 ] Peter
Jersey Boys Live!
[ 2022 ] Bob Crewe
Goodrich
[ 2024 ] Terry

TV Shows

Almost Family
Nate
Modern Family
Gavin Sinclair
Partners
Louis, Louis McManus
The Good Wife
Stephen Dinovera
Ugly Betty
Marc St. James
Younger
Redmond
Shrinking
[ 2023-2024 ] Brian
Krapopolis
[ 2023-2024 ] Hermes
Does This Murder Make Me Look Gay?!
James Wilson

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2020 - Distinguished Performance Award

Michael Urie, Grand Horizons

Drama League Awards - 2018 - Distinguished Performance Award

Michael Urie, Torch Song

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding Actor in a Play

Michael Urie, The Government Inspector

The Lortels - 2018 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play

Michael Urie, Torch Song


winner
Obie Awards - 2017 - Performance

Michael UrieHomos, or Everyone in America

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Michael Urie, Buyer and Cellar

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Michael Urie, Buyer and cellar

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Michael Urie, Buyer and Cellar


winner
The Lortels - 2010 - Outstanding Lead Actor

Michael Urie, The Temperamentals


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2010 - Performance

Michael Urie, The Temperamentals

Videos

News


ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Cast to Perform, Sign Albums at The Museum of Broadway
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 7, 2025

Sutton Foster, Michael Urie, Daniel Breaker, Will Chase, Ana Gasteyer, and Nikki Renée Daniels will appear at The Museum of Broadway on April 22nd to perform a few selections from the Once Upon a Mattress cast recording and to sign CDs.
Photos: Patti LuPone, Cynthia Erivo, & More Attend GLAAD 36th GLAAD Media Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025

Last night, several Broadway and television stars stepped out to attend the 36th GLAAD Media Awards, hosted by Michael Urie. Take a look at photos of Patti LuPone, Cynthia Erivo, Joe Locke, Marissa Bode and more!
OH, MARY, LEMPICKA, & More Win GLAAD Media Awards- Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025

Broadway's Oh, Mary and Lempicka, along with RuPaul’s Drag Race, Agatha All Along, and more have received GLAAD Media Awards. Additionally, Cynthia Erivo received the iconic Stephen F. Kolzak award. Check out the full list of winners here!
Video: Patti LuPone Quotes Iconic DRAG RACE Lines at the GLAAD Awards
by Michael Major - Mar 28, 2025

Watch a video of Patti LuPone reciting iconic lines from RuPaul's Drag Race's finest queens, including Bianca Del Rio, Kennedy Davenport, Alyssa Edwards, Trixie Mattel, and more.
Listen to Aaron Tveit, Jeremy Jordan, Jonathan Groff & More Sing on MISCAST Album
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2025

MCC Theater just released Miscast: The Studio Sessions, featuring twelve iconic songs from the last 25 years of Miscast, newly recorded. Check out album higlights, including performances by Heather Headley, Stephanie J. Block,
Listen: ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Revival Cast Recording Available Now
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025

The Broadway Cast Recording for the New York City Center Encores! revival of Once Upon a Mattress is available now! The album has been released physically and digitally, and can be purchased and streamed now!
GLAAD Events Set Special Guests Including Bryan Terrell Clark, David Archuleta, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 24, 2025

David Archuleta, Harvey Guillén, Brigitte-Muñoz Liebowitz, and more are set to appear as special guests during GLAAD’s 2025 Latine Honors. Additionally, Bryan Terrell Clark, Zerina Akers, Nicco Annan, and more will appear at this year’s #GLAADHonors.
Photos: WE HAD A WORLD Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 22, 2025

The world premiere of We Had A World, written by Tony Award nominee Joshua Harmon and directed by Tony Award nominee Trip Cullman just celebrated its opening night at Manhattan Theatre Club. Check out photos from inside the big night here!
Photos: Andrew Rannells, Nikki M. James & More in FINN Benefit Concert
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 18, 2025

Stars in the House just commemorated its fifth anniversary with a very special live, and of course livestreamed, show, teaming up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a star-studded one-night-only concert performance of FINN. Check out photos from the concert here!
Video: FINN Takes the Stage at Town Hall
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 17, 2025

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley Jackson teamed up with FINN creators Chris Nee, Michael Kooman, and Christopher Dimond to present a one-night-only performance that also celebrated the fifth anniversary of Stars in the House. Watch the full show here!
MCC Will Release Miscast Album Featuring Aaron Tveit, Jeremy Jordan and More
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2025

A new album featuring some of the best Miscast performances from years' past will be released this month! MCC Theater's Miscast: The Studio Sessions will be released on March 28.
Patti LuPone, Joe Locke, & More Set to Attend GLAAD Media Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 13, 2025

Patti LuPone, Joe Locke, Marissa Bode, and more have been announced as celebrity guests confirmed to attend the 36th GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday, March 27, 2025.
PRIDE PLAYS Returns This June in NYC and Washington, D.C
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2025

Pride Plays 2025, celebrating the rich tapestry of LGBTQIA+ experiences through the power of live theater, will return this June, taking place in both New York City and, for the first time, Washington, D.C.
Jeff Daniels Will Guest Star in SHRINKING Season 3
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

Tony-nominee Jeff Daniels has joined the cast of the Apple TV+ hit comedy series Shrinking. Deadline reports that the Broadway alum will appear in the upcoming third season in a guest capacity as the father of Jimmy, played by Jason Segal.
Michael Urie, Charlotte D'Amboise, Nina West & More Join FINN Performance at Town Hall
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2025

Michael Urie, Charlotte D’Amboise, Nina West, Peppermint, Adam Pascal, Brenda Braxton, and Zachary Noah Piser have joined the star-studded cast of the special performance of FINN taking place on Monday, March 17.
Elton John's Academy Award Viewing Party Raises Over $8.6 Million
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

Last night, the Elton John AIDS Foundation hosted its 33rd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards® Viewing Party, raising over $8.6 million in support of the Foundation’s mission to end AIDS. 
March 2025 Broadway Streaming Guide: How to Watch WICKED, SING SING, & Other Must-See Hits
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 28, 2025

For Broadway fans looking for something to stream, March is a packed month! As Spring officially begins, several theater titles make their streaming debuts, including WICKED's blockbuster adaptation and SING SING. Discover where to watch your favorite musicals and new releases.
Michael Urie to Host the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 27, 2025

Following his turn as Prince Dauntless in the Broadway production of Once Upon a Mattress, the performer will host the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday, March 27, 2025.
WICKED Movie, CONCLAVE, & More Win Top Honors at the ADG Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025

For the Excellence in Production Design in a Feature Film awards categories, Craig Lathrop won the Period Feature Film award for “Nosferatu,” Nathan Crowley took home the Fantasy Feature Film award for “Wicked” and Suzie Davies won the Contemporary Feature Film award for “Conclave.”
Feature: BROADWAY IN THE HOOD PRESENTS CHICKEN & BISCUITS FEB. 13-15
by Debbie Hall - Feb 13, 2025

The love of friends and that special someone is celebrated on Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day. Enjoy the weekend of love with the Broadway in the Hood production of Chicken & Biscuits, a family drama infused with humor, coming to the West Las Vegas Library Theatre Feb. 13-15.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael Urie been in?

Michael Urie has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael Urie been in?

Michael Urie has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Michael Urie been nominated for?

Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Grand Horizons, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Torch Song, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Government Inspector, Outstanding Lead Actor in a Play (The Lortels) for Torch Song, Performance (Obie Awards) for Homos, or Everyone in America, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Buyer and Cellar, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Buyer and cellar, Outstanding Solo Performance (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Buyer and Cellar, Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for The Temperamentals and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Temperamentals.

What awards has Michael Urie won?

Michael Urie has won several awards, including: Performance (Obie Awards) for Homos, or Everyone in America; Outstanding Lead Actor (The Lortels) for The Temperamentals; and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Temperamentals.

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