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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Off-Broadway Revival, 2011
Señor Arturo Sanchez

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2007
Kevin

Kevin

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2006
Captain Ahrab (Standby)

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2006
Smith

Tiger Brown (Understudy)

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2004
Governor

Judge

Aide

Prefect

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2002
Guard

The Innkeeper (Understudy)

Don Quixote (Cervantes) (Understudy)

Dr. Carrasco (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2001
Performer (Swing)

Pap (Understudy)

Muff Potter (Understudy)

Lemuel Dobbins (Understudy)

Lanyard Bellamy (Understudy)

Reverend Sprague (Understudy)

Gideon Temple (Understudy)

Doc Robinson (Understudy)

Doc Robinson/Gideon Temple/Lanyard Bellamy/Lemuel Dobbins/Muff Potter/Pap/Reverend Sprague (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1999
Father Dominic

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1999
Singer

Photographer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1997
Roger Sherman

John Adams (Understudy)

John Hancock (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1990
Father Alvito

John Blackthorne (Understudy) [Replacement]

[US Tour]
1st National Tour, 1987
Enjorlas

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1985
Neville Landless / Mr. Victor Grinstead

Neville Landless/Victor Grinstead

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1985
Neville Landless/Victor Grinstead

Neville Landless (Victor Grinstead)

[Off-Broadway]
1984
Maitre D'/Sweeper

Rodolfo (Understudy)

[US Tour]
2nd National Tour, 1980
Che

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1980
Ensemble

Dap (Understudy)


Awards and Nominations


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Ensemble Performances

John Herrera, In the Heights

Tony Awards - 1985 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

John Herrera, The Mystery of Edwin Drood

News


Labyrinth Dance Theater to Screen COME BACK ONCE MORE SO I CAN SAY GOODBYE

Labyrinth Dance Theater screens 'Come Back Once More So I Can Say Goodbye,' a dance-theater piece exploring gay life in NYC from 1965-1995. Join us at Stonewall Lounge on Dec 11th at 6:30 p.m. for this moving and historic production.
Andréa Burns, Eden Espinosa, Mary Testa, Enrique Acevedo & More to Star in World Premiere of THE GARDENS OF ANUNCIA

The Old Globe has announced the full cast and creative team for The Gardens of Anuncia, featuring book, music, and lyrics by five-time Tony Award nominee Michael John LaChiusa (the Globe’s Rain, Broadway’s The Wild Party).
Wake Up With BWW 4/30: De Blasio Plans to Reopen NYC on July 1; Broadway Still Plans September Return

Today's top stories: Mayor de Blasio is planning to reopen New York City on July 1, the Broadway League still plans to reopen Broadway shows in September!
THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, CINDERELLA, and ANASTASIA Casts Will Reunite on STARS IN THE HOUSE

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that they will reunite the casts of some of theater-goers favorite Broadway shows, including “The Mystery of Edwin Drood,” “Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella,” and “Anastasia,” all in support of The Actors Fund. 
VIDEO: Watch a MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Reunion on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm ET) with THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Reunion with Donna Murphy, Judy Kuhn, Patti Cohenour, Betty Buckley, Rupert Holmes, Howard McGillin and John Herrera.
Broadway Catch Up: May 6 - Barbra Streisand, Telly Leung, Tonya Pinkins, and More!

While Broadway remains shut down, BroadwayWorld is keeping up with your favorite stars and giving you a peek at what they have been up to! Check out yesterday's videos, from stars including Barbra Streisand, Telly Leung, Tonya Pinkins, and more!
VIDEO: Tonya Pinkins, Antwayn Hopper, John Herrera & More Sing 'Tomorrow' for The Episcopal Actors' Guild

Broadway and Off-Broadway stars have come together to sing an uplifting rendition of 'Tomorrow' for The Episcopal Actors' Guild. 
Freeform Developing DANTE'S INFERNO Series

Freeform's upcoming television adaptation of 'Dante's Inferno' will be one of the first under the network's new head of originals, Lauren Corrao.
Celebrate Stonewall 50 Through Dance At The Alvin Ailey Theater

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Stonewall and World Pride coming to New York for the first time ever, Labyrinth Dance Theaterpresents Come Back Once More So I Can Say Goodbye,an evening-length theatrical dance concert featuring live original music and choreography, vintage recordings, historic footage, political soundbites and stunning visuals.Artistic Director Sasha Spielvogel's landmark piece tells the story of the gay community in New York City from 1965-1995:from the historic Sip-In at the Julius Bar and the early Gay Rights Movement to the uprising at Stonewall, and through the widespread apathy and abject hysteria of the AIDS crisis, these stunning performances allow us to experience the indomitable resolve of those who defiantly faced the siege against them with humor, bravery and compassion. Come Back Once Morereflects the historic resilience, compassion and heart of the LGBTQ community.Proceeds from the four upcoming performances, June 14th - 17th at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater (405 West 55th Street, New York City), will benefit the Ali Forney Center, Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, GMHC and Live Out Loud.
WRITER'S GUILD AWARDS Unveils 2019 Nominations

The 2019 Writer's Guild Awards nominations have been unveiled. The 2019 Writers Guild Awards will be handed out Sunday, Feb. 17, at the Beverly Hilton. See the full list of nominees below!
VIDEO: Preview HAVANA MUSIC HALL at Actors Playhouse

The world premiere of Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami is now on stage. The brand new original musical features Tony Award nominee John Herrera (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) and rising star Linedy Genao (On Your Feet!) headlining the all-latinx cast of nineteen performers. The limited engagement runs through November 18, 2018. Opening night is set for Friday, October 19.
VIDEO: First Look At HAVANA MUSIC HALL

Rehearsals have begun for the world premiere of Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami.
John Herrera and Linedy Genao Lead Cast of HAVANA MUSIC HALL Beginning Today

Actors' Playhouse announces the complete cast of the world premiere musical HAVANA MUSIC HALL at Actors' Playhouse this fall in Miami, Florida. Tony Award nominee John Herrera (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) and rising star Linedy Genao (On Your Feet!) headline the all-latinx cast of nineteen performers for the show's limited engagement, October 10-November 18, 2018.
Photo Flash: First Look at HAVANA MUSIC HALL

Get a first look below att Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami. The limited engagement will run from October 10-November 18, 2018. Opening night is set for Friday, October 19. 
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with HAVANA MUSIC HALL

Rehearsals have begun for the world premiere of Havana Music Hall at Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre in Miami.
John Herrera and Linedy Genao Lead Cast of HAVANA MUSIC HALL

Actors' Playhouse announces the complete cast of the world premiere musical HAVANA MUSIC HALL at Actors' Playhouse this fall in Miami, Florida. Tony Award nominee John Herrera (The Mystery of Edwin Drood) and rising star Linedy Genao (On Your Feet!) headline the all-latinx cast of nineteen performers for the show's limited engagement, October 10-November 18, 2018.
Winners Announced for the 2018 Writers Guild Awards

The Writers Guild of America, East (WGAE) and the Writers Guild of America West (WGAW) tonight announced the winners of the 2018 Writers Guild Awards for outstanding achievement in writing for film, television, new media, videogames, news, radio/audio, promotional, and graphic animation categories at concurrent ceremonies at the Edison Ballroom in New York City and The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.
Civic Theatre to Present Diversity Symposium

As part of its ongoing commitment to diversity and equity initiatives, the South Bend Civic Theatre will be hosting a symposium at 6:00pm on Tuesday, January 30 entitled, Race and Identity in American Theatre.
HANDMAID'S TALE, GLOW Among Nominees for 2018 WRITERS GUILD AWARDS; Full List

The Writers Guild of America, East (WGAE) and the Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW) have announced nominations for outstanding achievement in television, new media, news, radio/audio, and promotional writing during 2017. Winners will be honored at the 2018 Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, February 11, 2018, at concurrent ceremonies in New York City and Los Angeles.
Jeff Kready, Lora Lee Gayer, Jason Gotay and More Set for TWO'S COMPANY Concert Tonight in Brooklyn

Tonight, November 18, 'Two's Company: Broadway's Great Duets,' a Merkin Concert Hall Broadway Close Up Presentation, will come to On Stage at Kingsborough. 'Two's Company' is an homage to the duet; the Broadway song that allows a show's stars to interact; to fight, flirt, and fall in love. From Irving Berlin to Stephen Sondheim to Leonard Bernstein, Two's Company, will celebrate great duets from hit Broadway shows such as The Book of Mormon, A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder and more.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has John Herrera been in?

John Herrera has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.

How many West End shows has John Herrera been in?

John Herrera has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has John Herrera been nominated for?

John Herrera has been nominated for Outstanding Ensemble Performances at the Drama Desk Awards for In the Heights and for Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for The Mystery of Edwin Drood.

What awards has John Herrera won?

John Herrera won the Outstanding Ensemble Performances at the Drama Desk Awards for his role in In the Heights.

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