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BIO

Adam Kantor most recently played the role of Motel Kamzoil in the critically acclaimed Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof directed by Bartlett Sher. Adam made his Broadway debut playing Mark in the final cast of Rent, which was preserved on DVD by Sony Pictures' Rent Filmed Live on Broadway. He reunited with RENT director Michael Greif in Next To Normal on Broadway, in which he played Henry. Adam played Jamie in the acclaimed NYC revival of The Last Five Years, directed by its writer Jason Robert Brown, starring opposite Betsy Wolfe at Second Stage. Also Off-Broadway, he played Princeton/Rod in Avenue Q. At The Old Globe, he played Proteus in Shakespeare's Two Gentlemen of Verona directed by Mark Lamos, and Jeff in the world premiere of i by Itamar Moses and Gaby Alter. Adam played Eddie in the world premiere production of Diner by Sheryl Crow and Barry Levinson, directed by Kathleen Marshall. On TV he was seen in Showtime's "Billions" as Pununzio, and CBS' "The Good Wife" in the role of Ezra. Adam was a co-founder of the nonprofit arts organization, Broadway In South Africa, which provided arts education to underprivileged youth in the townships of South Africa. He graduated from Northwestern University and also studied at the British-American Dramatic Academy in Oxford, England. @AdamJKantor

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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Roundabout Underground Off-Broadway Production, 2020
Harry

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2017
Telephone Guy

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2015
Motel

[Off-Broadway]
Second Stage Theatre Production, 2013
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
York Theatre Company Production, 2010
God He

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Transfer, 2009
Princeton [Replacement]

Rod [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Mark Cohen [Replacement]


Movies

A Novel Romance
[ 2011 ] Metro Employee
Either Side of Midnight
[ 2021 ] Daniel

Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Adam Kantor, Darling Grenadine

Videos

News


Actors' Playhouse At The Miracle Theatre Announces Cast of TICK, TICK… BOOM!

Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre announced the cast for tick, tick... BOOM! featuring Adam Kantor, María Bilbao, and Nate Promkul. Directed by Andy Señor Jr. and choreographed by Karla Puno Garcia, the show runs from November 13 to December 8, 2024.
The Dolphin Show to Present 82nd Annual Production CINDERELLA

The Dolphin Show at Northwestern University will present its 82nd production, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA. The nation's largest student-produced musical will take place this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Talent Manager Jen Namoff Joins Forces with Artists First

Artists First has welcomed Jen Namoff, the esteemed talent manager and Tony Award-winning producer, to its New York office.
Mykal Kilgore Joins LI Musical Theatre Festival Lineup

Long Island Musical Theatre Festival has announced that Grammy Award nominee Mykal Kilgore will join its 2024 summer program as a guest artist. Kilgore will join a long list of LIMTF guest artists, which includes Stephen Schwartz, Beth Leavel, Jeanine Tesori, Alice Ripley, Adam Kantor, Jay Armstrong Johnson and more.
Sara Bareilles To Give Special Concert To Benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival

Sara Bareilles will perform a special concert to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival. The event also marks the return of WTF Cabaret, featuring various artists and hosts.
The South Carolina New Play Festival Reveals Cast For Upcoming Lineup

The South Carolina New Play Festival has announced casting for several upcoming productions. Learn more about the lineup here!
Interview: Meet the 2024 Jimmy Awards Winners- Damson Chola, Jr. and Gretchen Shope

On Monday night, Damson Chola, Jr. and Gretchen Shope's lives changed forever when they were announced the winners of the the 15th Annual Jimmy Awards. Both check in with BroadwayWorld following their big wins!
Video: Highlights from the 2024 Jimmy Awards

The most talented teenagers from across the country took the stage at the Minskoff Theatre for the 15th Annual Jimmy Awards, hosted by Josh Groban. As BroadwayWorld reported, Damson Chola Jr. (Broadway Dallas High School Musical Theatre Awards) and Gretchen Shope (Sutton Foster Awards) won Best Performance by an Actor and Best Performance by an Actress. Check out video highlights from the big night here.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at Opening Night of N/A

The world premiere of the new play N/A by Mario Correa is now open! Check out photos from the opening night red carpet here!
Life Jacket Celebrates Pride With A Sneak Preview Of A New Musical, THE GORGEOUS NOTHINGS

Life Jacket Theatre Company presents a concert-version of the new musical THE GORGEOUS NOTHINGS at Joe's Pub on June 27, 2024.
Gretchen Shope and Damson Chola, Jr. Win at The 2024 Jimmy Awards

Who won at the 2024 Jimmy Awards? We have the full list of finalists and winners!
Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren Will Lead First Broadway Production of THE LAST FIVE YEARS

Still hurting over the end of the Broadway season? BroadwayWorld has just learned that that singer, songwriter and actor Nick Jonas and Tony Award winner Adrienne Warren will return to Broadway to star as 'Jamie' and 'Cathy' in the first ever Broadway production of Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown's beloved THE LAST FIVE YEARS. We have all of the details!
Photos: Broadway Stars Gather at the CIVILIAN to Toast Tony Nominee Eden Espinosa

Weeks after she played her final performance in Lempicka, for which she earned her first Tony nomination, Eden Espinosa crossed 8th Avenue for a very special celebration of her career, hosted by the CIVILIAN. Check out photos here.
Lineup Set for Williamstown Theatre Festival's WTF IS NEXT Featuring Adam Kantor, Britton & The Sting and More

The lineup has been revealed for Williamstown Theatre Festival's “WTF IS NEXT,” Lear more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: MIRACLE OF MIRACLES Rekindles Broadway Memories at The 92nd Street Y

MIRACLE OF MIRACLES, a grand tribute to Sheldon Harnick, closed its trio of concert performances last night. It serves as a radiant reminder of a legendary talent of musical theatre. Sheldon Harnick's lyrics and legacy were warmly presented in the Lyrics & Lyricists series, which he was a major part of in its early years.
Spotlight: TED SPERLING at Kaufmann Concert Hall

Ted Sperling celebrates Sheldon Harnick at Lyrics & Lyricists!
Adam Kantor, Alysha Umphress & More to Celebrate Sheldon Harnick at Lyrics & Lyricists

Join the celebration of renowned lyricist Sheldon Harnick at 92NY's Lyrics & Lyricists event. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: MOTHER PLAY Celebrates Opening Night on Broadway

Mother Play officially opened on Broadway on April 25 at the Hayes Theater. Check out photos of the cast and VIPs at the after party here!
Photos: Inside Opening Night of STALKER at New World Stages

Performances are now underway for Stalker, which just celebrated its opening night Off-Broadway at New World Stages. Check out photos from opening night here!
Photos: New David Yazbeck Musical DEAD OUTLAW Opens At Audible Theatre

Go inside opening night of Audible Theater’s world premiere musical Dead Outlaw! In attendance for the evening's festivities were Micaela Diamond, Lilli Cooper, Michael Greif, Danny Burstein, and more! Check out the photos from the event!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Adam Kantor been in?

Adam Kantor has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Adam Kantor been in?

Adam Kantor has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Adam Kantor been nominated for?

and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Darling Grenadine.

What awards has Adam Kantor won?

Adam Kantor won the Outstanding Actor in a Musical award at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in Darling Grenadine.

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