Jeff Blumenkrantz
Birth Place: Long Branch, NJ, USA
Latest News on Jeff Blumenkrantz:
Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff & More to Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB at Birdland (Oct 9, 2024)
See Linda Eder & More Next Week at 54 Below (Jun 21, 2024)
See Norm Lewis, Linda Eder & More Next Month at 54 Below (May 31, 2024)
Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff & More to Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB at Birdland (Oct 9, 2024)
See Linda Eder & More Next Week at 54 Below (Jun 21, 2024)
See Norm Lewis, Linda Eder & More Next Month at 54 Below (May 31, 2024)
BIO
Actor: Broadway: Into the Woods, Threepenny Opera, Damn Yankees, How to Succeed…, A Class Act. Off-Broadway: Murder for Two (Lortel nomination), Anyone Can Whistle (Encores!), Forever Plaid. NY Philharmonic: Sweeney Todd (Live from Lincoln Center), Candide (Great Performances). TV/Film: "30 Rock," "The Good Wife," Joseph … Dreamcoat, "Will and Grace," "Law and Order(s)." Composer: 2011 Fred Ebb Award, Urban Cowboy (Tony nomination), The Jeff Blumenkrantz Songbook Podcast, I've Been Played: Alysha Umphess Swings Jeff Blumenkrantz. www.jeffblumenkrantz.com
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STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
New York City Center Encores Off-Center Production, 2016
Performer
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1987
Jack [Replacement]
Jack (Understudy)
Rapunzel's Prince (Understudy)
Steward (Understudy)
Productions
Writing
Composer/Lyricist
Composer/Lyricist
Awards and Nominations
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical
Jeff Blumenkrantz, Murder For Two
Videos
VIDEO: Laura Osnes and Santino Fontana Perform a Mashup of 'Ten Minutes Ago' and 'You Are Never Away'
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2020
TV: Watch Highlights of Gavin Lee, Sierra Boggess & More in MR. MAGOO'S CHRISTMAS CAROL Benefit Concert
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2019
VIDEO: Carmen Cusack and the Cast of BRIGHT STAR at the Ahmanson Shine in New Music Video
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 1, 2017
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of the GOD BLESS YOU MR. ROSEWATER Cast Recording
by Julie Musbach - Aug 7, 2017
TV Exclusive: Carmen Cusack Croons Tunes at BRIGHT STAR's Reunion Concert
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jan 3, 2017
STAGE TUBE: David Perlman & Natalie Weiss Spin 'All By Myself' in MOSTLY FUNNY SONGS
by Stage Tube - Aug 22, 2016
TV: Next Up at Encores! Off-Center... Preview Menken & Ashman's First Musical, GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 20, 2016
AUDIO: First Listen- Carmen Cusack Sings BRIGHT STAR Anthem, 'Sun Is Gonna Shine'
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 21, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Watch BRIGHT STAR'S Steve Martin and Edie Brickell on CBS Sunday Morning
by Louisa Brady - Mar 20, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Watch New Trailer for Broadway's BRIGHT STAR, Now In Previews!
by Louisa Brady - Mar 19, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Carmen Cusack Records 'Sun's Gonna Shine' from Martin & Brickell's Broadway-Bound BRIGHT STAR
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 18, 2016
STAGE TUBE: Go Inside the Recording Studio with Steve Martin and the Cast of Broadway-Bound BRIGHT STAR!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 20, 2015
TV Exclusive: In the Kitchen at 54 Below- with Joshua Henry & Alysha Umphress
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2015
TV Exclusive: She Can Cook Too! Celebrate Hot and Spicy Food Day with New Clip from ON THE TOWN's Alysha Umphress!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 16, 2015
News
Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff & More to Join SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB at Birdland
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
The Fred Ebb Foundation will present SING HAPPY: THE LYRICS OF FRED EBB, a special event celebrating the work of the renowned lyricist. Performers include Kate Baldwin, Heidi Blickenstaff, Telly Leung and more.
See Linda Eder & More Next Week at 54 Below
Discover the exciting lineup at 54 BELOW next week, featuring a variety of performances from Broadway stars and up-and-coming talents. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Discover the exciting lineup at 54 BELOW next week, featuring a variety of performances from Broadway stars and up-and-coming talents. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
See Norm Lewis, Linda Eder & More Next Month at 54 Below
54 has unveiled its June lineup featuring Norm Lewis, Linda Eder and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
54 has unveiled its June lineup featuring Norm Lewis, Linda Eder and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Brooke Shields Elected President of Actors' Equity Association
Brooke Shields has officially been elected as president of Actors’ Equity Association. Learn more about the full results of the election here.
Brooke Shields has officially been elected as president of Actors’ Equity Association. Learn more about the full results of the election here.
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " May 6 to May 12, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Melissa Errico's new Sondheim album release party.
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Melissa Errico's new Sondheim album release party.
Review: ALYSHA UMPHRESS & JEFF BLUMENKRANTZ Shine Brightly at The Green Room 42
Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz have collaborated over the years, chums whose voices complement each other (“It’s ‘Friendship,’ just a perfect blendship” to quote a Cole Porter number.) The room was quite full on a very cold night and the show was full of talent and splendid material, presented with polish and panache.
Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz have collaborated over the years, chums whose voices complement each other (“It’s ‘Friendship,’ just a perfect blendship” to quote a Cole Porter number.) The room was quite full on a very cold night and the show was full of talent and splendid material, presented with polish and panache.
Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz to Perform at The Green Room 42 in January
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the Broadway luminaries Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz in a special evening on Saturday, January 20 at 7:00 PM.
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the Broadway luminaries Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz in a special evening on Saturday, January 20 at 7:00 PM.
Felicia Finely to Perform Tribute to Patsy Cline at The Green Room 42
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Broadway’s blonde bombshell, Felicia Finely, known for roles in the musicals The Wedding Singer, Mamma Mia!, and The Life, in the premiere of her new show, “Backwoods to Broadway: Patsy C. & Fe,'
THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Broadway’s blonde bombshell, Felicia Finely, known for roles in the musicals The Wedding Singer, Mamma Mia!, and The Life, in the premiere of her new show, “Backwoods to Broadway: Patsy C. & Fe,'
19th Annual Fred Ebb Award To Be Presented To Freya Catrin Smith & Jack Williams
The 19th Annual Fred Ebb Award will be presented to Freya Catrin Smith & Jack Williams.
The 19th Annual Fred Ebb Award will be presented to Freya Catrin Smith & Jack Williams.
Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz Brings Their Show to Catalina Jazz Club Next Week
Longtime friends, collaborators, and Broadway babies Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz are set to bring their sold-out Joe’s Pub (NYC) show to Los Angeles to deliver an evening of jazzy story-driven fun and music.
Longtime friends, collaborators, and Broadway babies Alysha Umphress and Jeff Blumenkrantz are set to bring their sold-out Joe’s Pub (NYC) show to Los Angeles to deliver an evening of jazzy story-driven fun and music.
Tanya Moberly Raises the Roof at Don't Tell Mama with I LOVE NY SONGWRITERS PART I
MAC & Bistro Award-winning artist Tanya Moberly's live recording performance was a hit with the audience
MAC & Bistro Award-winning artist Tanya Moberly's live recording performance was a hit with the audience
Tanya Moberly To Record I LOVE NEW YORK SONGWRITERS In Performance at Don't Tell Mama
Multiple Award winning Performer/Producer/Director Tanya Moberly will appear at legendary nightspot Don’t Tell Mama this fall to perform and record two shows that are audience favorites
Multiple Award winning Performer/Producer/Director Tanya Moberly will appear at legendary nightspot Don’t Tell Mama this fall to perform and record two shows that are audience favorites
Tanya Moberly To Record Live Album Of I LOVE NEW YORK SONGWRITERS
After twenty-five years in cabaret and concert, Tanya Moberly will record an impressive forty-five songs in ambitious project honoring New York based songwriters.
After twenty-five years in cabaret and concert, Tanya Moberly will record an impressive forty-five songs in ambitious project honoring New York based songwriters.
PRONOUN SHOWDOWN, Charles Busch, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work.
Album Review: REGRETTING ALMOST EVERYTHING (A Concept Album) Should Probably Regret Nothing
And so, since we enjoyed REGRETTING ALMOST EVERYTHING, we think you will too.
And so, since we enjoyed REGRETTING ALMOST EVERYTHING, we think you will too.
Review: HERCULES at Paper Mill Playhouse Brings Glitz, Glamour and Excitement to the Mythological Tale
Hercules, now on stage at Paper Mill Playhouse, exceeds your expectations and brings glitz, glamour and excitement to the mythological tale.
Hercules, now on stage at Paper Mill Playhouse, exceeds your expectations and brings glitz, glamour and excitement to the mythological tale.
Review Roundup: Disney's HERCULES Musical Opens at Paper Mill Playhouse
What did critics think of Hercules at Paper Mill Playhouse? Hercules features music by Oscar, Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Alan Menken (Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Pocahontas, Newsies) and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Zippel (City of Angels, Mulan) and a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (Tootsie) and Kwame Kwei-Armah (Artistic Director of London's Young Vic).
What did critics think of Hercules at Paper Mill Playhouse? Hercules features music by Oscar, Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Alan Menken (Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Pocahontas, Newsies) and lyrics by Tony Award winner David Zippel (City of Angels, Mulan) and a book by Tony Award winner Robert Horn (Tootsie) and Kwame Kwei-Armah (Artistic Director of London's Young Vic).
Broadway Streaming Guide: March 2023 - How to Watch UP HERE & More New Releases
This March, Broadway fans will be keeping themselves busy with several new albums, movies, and television shows to binge. From the new musical series Up Here to Some Like It Hot and Almost Famous cast recordings, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!
This March, Broadway fans will be keeping themselves busy with several new albums, movies, and television shows to binge. From the new musical series Up Here to Some Like It Hot and Almost Famous cast recordings, check out what's coming to streaming services this month!
Photos: First Look at Bradley Gibson, Isabelle McCalla & More in HERCULES at Paper Mill Playhouse
Get a first look at photos of Bradley Gibson, Isabelle McCalla and more in Disney's Hercules at Paper Mill Playhouse!
Get a first look at photos of Bradley Gibson, Isabelle McCalla and more in Disney's Hercules at Paper Mill Playhouse!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jeff Blumenkrantz been in?
Jeff Blumenkrantz has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
How many West End shows has Jeff Blumenkrantz been in?
Jeff Blumenkrantz has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jeff Blumenkrantz been nominated for?
Jeff Blumenkrantz has been nominated for the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Musical at The Lortels for his performance in Murder For Two.
How many shows has Jeff Blumenkrantz written?
Jeff Blumenkrantz has written 2 shows including Urban Cowboy (Composer/Lyricist), Having It Almost (Composer/Lyricist).
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