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BIO

In summer 2008, Taylor performed in Barrington Stage Company's production of the musical See Rock City and Other Destinations. The show won Richard Rodgers and Jerry Bock Awards. Taylor made his Broadway debut in the rock musical Rock of Ages, where he originated the role of the German city developer Franz. He won a Theatre World Award for this role and was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle Award.



His second major role on Broadway was as Lucas Beineke, Wednesday's love interest, in the musical The Addams Family, a role he originated after previously playing the role in the 2009 Chicago production of the show. The show premiered on Broadway in April 2010, with Taylor appearing alongside Krysta Rodriguez, who played Wednesday Addams, Lucas' love interest. He left the role on March 8, 2011.

On March 7, 2011, Taylor played the title role alongside Lauren Molina in a reading for a stage adaptation of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, penned by playwright Michael Raver. On April 2, 2011, Taylor, Erin Davie, Ann Harada, Kendrick Jones, and Burke Moses performed the concert, Broadway Tribute in Northport, Long Island at the Engeman Theater. The concert performance featured "the performers re-creating songs they performed on Broadway."

He then starred as Michael "Mouse" Tolliver in the world-premiere musical Tales of the City (based on the book series by Armistead Maupin), which began performances on May 18, 2011, in San Francisco at the American Conservatory Theater, directed by Jason Moore. After three extensions, Tales of the City closed on July 31, 2011.

Taylor played the role of God in An Act of God in 2016 at the Denver Center. Taylor played the role of Sheldon Plankton opposite Stephanie Hsu as Karen Plankton in the Broadway musical adaptation of SpongeBob SquarePants, which opened on December 4, 2017. Taylor played the role of The Mad Hatter in Alice by Heart at the Robert W. Wilson MCC Theater, which opened on February 26, 2019.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Classic Stage Off-Broadway Revival, 2021
Giuseppe Zangara

[Washington, DC (Regional)]
50th anniversary of the release of the groundbreaking original album of Tommy, 2019
Cousin Kevin

[Off-Broadway]
MCC Theater Off-Broadway Premiere, 2019
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Sheldon Plankton

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Premiere, 2013
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2010
Lucas Beineke

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2009
Franz

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2008
Franz

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2024]
Co-Director

Movies

Lucky Stiff
[ 2014 ] Train Waiter
Tales of the City
[ 2021 ] MichaelMouseTolliver

TV Shows

Billy Green
Billy Green
Indoor Boys
Luke
It Could Be Worse
Jacob Gordon
Smash
Bobby

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2009 - Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical

Wesley Taylor , Rock of Ages


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2009 - Performance

Wesley Taylor, Rock of Ages

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News


Photos: SUNSET BLVD Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway

Jamie Lloyd’s new Broadway production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Blvd, starring Nicole Scherzinger as ‘Norma Desmond' officially opened on Sunday, October 20 at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of all of the stars arriving at opening night here!
Eva Noblezada and Wesley Taylor Will Join Rob Houchen at The Green Room 42

West End leading man Rob Houchen is heading to The Green Room 42 on Tuesday, October 15 with special guests tar guests Eva Noblezada and Wesley Taylor.
Review: Roberto Araujo's Heartfelt I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW at The Green Room 42

Roberto Araujo made a triumphant return to the Green Room 42 on September 20th with an encore of his Bistro Award-winning autobiographical cabaret, I JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW. From the second he stood center stage, his energy filled the room. He has the stage presence and voice of a truly seasoned performer.
CELLINO V. BARNES Extends to Early December At Asylum NYC

CELLINO V. BARNES has extended at Asylum NYC. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
WATCH: SMASH prepara su estreno en Broadway

Han pasado diez años desde que la serie SMASH acabara sus dos temporadas y en este tiempo se ha convertido en un fenómeno de culto para los fans del teatro musical, quienes verán sus plegarias cumplidas cuando la próxima primavera se convierta en un nuevo musical que se estrenará en Broadway.
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Review Roundup: CELLINO V. BARNES

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Photos: Inside and Backstage at the 78th Annual Theatre World Awards

The historic 78th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony was held on Monday evening, June 10, 2024 at the Marquis Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the big night here!
Video: Steve Martin, Martin Short, & Selena Gomez Tease Season 4 of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

The murder-solving trio of the hit series Only Murders in the Building appeared on Good Morning America during a break from filming the highly anticipated upcoming season.
CELLINO V. BARNES To Play Asylum NYC This Summer, Directed By Wesley Taylor & Alex Wyse

CELLINO V. BARNES will be performed at Asylum NYC this summer, directed by Wesley Taylor and Alex Wyse. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Video: Watch Season 4 Teaser of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

The trio is going to Hollywood! Hulu has just released the first trailer for the upcoming fourth season of the hit comedy Only Murders in the Building, which stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. In the new season, the characters will spend some time in Los Angeles as an in-universe movie based on the podcast is being developed.
LAST NIGHT AT THE RUE BAYOU Will Hold Reading Next Week

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Listen: TWITS IN PERIL Launches New Season, Starring Christian Borle, Lillias White & More

Following the success of audio comedy Twits in Love,  the Broadway Podcast Network will release a new season of the self-proclaimed “steampunk distraction” by Tom Alan Robbins with Twits in Peril.  Listen to an episode!
Richard Kind, Daphne Rubin-Vega and Jin Ha Join Season 4 of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

It was announced today that more actors have joined the fan-favorite Hulu series, Only Murders in the Building. Actors Richard Kind, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Catherine Cohen, and Jin Ha have been cast in the upcoming fouth season, all in recurring roles. They join the previously announced new cast members Molly Shannon, Eva Longoria, Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, Desmin Borges, Siena Werber and Lilian Rebelo. 
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The University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) has announced details for its Summer Intensives in Dance, Drama, Filmmaking, Animation, Music, Visual Arts and more, held annually on campus at 1533 S. Main St.
Molly Shannon Joins ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING As Series Moves to LA For Season Four

Molly Shannon is joining Only Murders in the Building as a recurring character in season four. While plot details are under wraps, the Saturday Night Live will play an LA business woman who is drawn into the world of New York investigation. Season four will launch in California before the trio returns to The Arconia in NYC to solve Saz's murder.
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Video: Marc Shaiman, Benj Pasek, and Justin Paul Perform 'Which of the Pickwick Triplets Did It?' From ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Wesley Taylor been in?

Wesley Taylor has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Wesley Taylor been in?

Wesley Taylor has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Wesley Taylor been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Rock of Ages and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Rock of Ages.

What awards has Wesley Taylor won?

Wesley Taylor has won a Theatre World Award for his performance in Rock of Ages.

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