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John Scherer

Birth Place: Buffalo, NY, USA

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BIO

John has appeared in The Foreigner, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, Sweet Charity, Legally Blonde, Unnecessary Farce, Boeing Boeing, Moon Over Buffalo, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The World Goes Round, My One and Only, 42nd Street, and Dames at Sea. Broadway: Lovemusik, By Jeeves and Sunset Boulevard. Off Broadway: Dames at Sea, Olympus on My Mind and Preppies. Other NY credits: The Most Happy Fella and Cinderella (NYC Opera) and Out of This World (City Center). He has toured in 42nd Street, Cats, White Christmas, Mame and Hello Dolly. He recently appeared in the critically acclaimed production of The Drowsy Chaperone at the Goodspeed Opera House. Other regional credits: Kennedy Center, Arena Stage, Goodman Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse and many others. Film and television: Spinning Into Butter, “The Shield,” “Crossing Jordan,” “Law and Order (SVU and CI),” “Titus” and “Guiding Light.” He is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University.

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STAGE CREDITS

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
Muny Production, 2018
FDR

[Regional (US)]
Denver Center Theatre Company Production, 2014
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Production, 2007
George Davis

[Off-Broadway]
New York City Opera Revival, 2006
Herman

[Los Angeles]
Reprise! Concert, 2004
Peter

[New York]
Reading, 2003
Performer

[Broadway]
Actors' Fund Concert, 2002
Eddie Ryan

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2001
Bertie Wooster

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1996
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1995
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
DeMille's Assistant [Replacement]

Salesman [Replacement]

Young Writer [Replacement]

Joe Gillis (Understudy) [Replacement]

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1993
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Concert [Off-Broadway], 1988
Ensemble

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1986
Mercury [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1985
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1983
Performer

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 1986
Performer


Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 2009 - Best Special Theatrical Event

John Scher, Liza's at The Palace

Helen Hayes Awards - 1998 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production

John SchererBy Jeeves

Olivier Awards - 1990 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

John SchererOn the Town

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Video: 'Sticky Situation' from Goodspeed's A CHRISTMAS STORY

Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. Check out the cast as they perform 'Sticky Situation' in the video here!
Exclusive Photos: Jim Stanek, Jenn Gambatese, & More in A CHRISTMAS STORY at Goodspeed

Goodspeed Musicals is presenting A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn. Check out an exclusive look at the production in the photos here!
Cast Set For A CHRISTMAS STORY at Goodspeed

Goodspeed Musicals will welcome A Christmas Story The Musical as its final production of the 2024 season. A hilariously heartfelt holiday musical for the whole family, A Christmas Story will run at The Goodspeed from Nov. 1 – Dec. 29 in East Haddam, Conn.
Video: Kate Baldwin & More in THE PROM at The Sharon Playhouse

The Sharon Playhouse is currently presenting The Prom through August 11th. Watch the company perform the show's finale It's Time To Dance in this all-new video.
Photos: Kate Baldwin and More in THE PROM at The Sharon Playhouse

Check out photos from The Sharon Playhouse's production of The Prom, starring Kate Baldwin and more, here!
THE PROM Starring Kate Baldwin & More to Begin Performances at Sharon Playhouse This Month

The Sharon Playhouse is set to present The Prom. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: Have the Best Day Ever with SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL at Broadway At Music Circus

Too hot outside? Come cool off with some of your favorite characters in Bikini Bottom. Broadway at Music Circus has transformed into the whimsical town under the sea for a limited time. The Spongebob Musical opened on Broadway in 2017 and its lovable characters have captured the hearts of the young and young at heart ever since. From zany Spongebob to studious Sandy, all of the residents of Bikini Bottom rock out to a score written by a wide array of artists. Songs by talents such as Cyndi Lauper, Panic! at the Disco, and John Legend keep the energy up in this hilarious, exhilarating, and thoughtful show about the world’s most popular sponge.
Review: GYPSY: A MUSICAL FABLE at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall

What did our critic think of GYPSY: A MUSICAL FABLE at Music Theatre Wichita At Century II Concert Hall? There is a reason the musical Gypsy: A Musical Fable is a Golden Age classic. The text, suggested by the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee and written by Authur Laurents, is economical and succinct. Jule Styne’s music varies from catchy tunes to lush, foreboding orchestral maneuvers, and Sondheim’s nascent lyrics are simple and accessible, yet cut to the core of each scene’s objective.
Ben Crawford, Lesli Margherita, and More Set for 42ND STREET at Music Circus

The cast of Broadway at Music Circus's production of 42nd Street has been announced.
Kate Baldwin in THE PROM, Julia Murney Directed CHARLIE BROWN & More Set For Sharon Playhouse 2024/25 Season

The Sharon Playhouse, the historic arts and entertainment venue in the Northwest Corner of Connecticut has announced casting for the 2024 season. 
Video: First Look at Desi Oakley and Joseph Spieldenner in THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre

Get sneak peek video of the highly-anticipated production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre. Join Desi Oakley and Joseph Spieldenner as they bring the beloved characters to life in this enchanting musical.
Photos: First Look at THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre

All new photos have been released from THE SOUND OF MUSIC playing at North Shore Music Theatre through July 23, 2023.
Review: It's One Fine Day to See BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway At Music Circus

It’s officially summer stock season! Kicking off my favorite time of the year is Broadway at Music Circus’ production of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Its Broadway premiere in 2014 garnered seven Tony Award nominations, with two wins for Best Leading Actress and Best Sound Design. While I tend to have a healthy reservation of jukebox musicals, Beautiful puts that to rest with its strappy pace, feel-good music, and message of empowerment.
Desi Oakley and Joseph Spieldenner to Lead THE SOUND OF MUSIC at North Shore Music Theatre

North Shore Music Theatre will be alive with THE SOUND OF MUSIC once more as the treasured musical, featuring a timeless score by Rodgers & Hammerstein, takes the stage. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!
Interview: Vicki Lewis of THE PROM at Axelrod PAC

Actress Vicki Lewis talks about her role in 'The Prom' and how the musical's themes of self-discovery and acceptance resonate with her own life story. Read the interview to learn more about Lewis' journey from high school prom to Broadway.
Axelrod PAC to Host Pride Events, SETH'S BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES with Seth Rudetsky and Beth Leavel

In celebration of Jersey PRIDE weekend, Sirius XM radio host Seth Rudetsky brings his Broadway concert series to the Axelrod PAC on Saturday, June 3 at 8 PM, teaming up with Tony Award-winner Beth Leavel.
Broadway's Vicki Lewis and John Scherer Will Lead THE PROM at Axelrod PAC

The Axelrod Performing Arts Center will mount New Jersey's first professional production of the Broadway musical, The Prom, beginning on May 5 and running through May 21.
Photo: Meet The Cast Of WHO KILLED MARILYN? By Sharleen Cooper Cohen

The cast and creative team of WHO KILLED MARILYN? gathered around a table at Open Jar Studios this morning to begin rehearsals for industry readings on Friday.  Check out the photo below!
Rebecca Faulkenberry Will Lead Industry Readings of WHO KILLED MARILYN? By Sharleen Cooper Cohen

Broadway Baby Productions,LLC will present additional private industry readings of 'Who Killed Marilyn” a new play by Sharleen Cooper Cohen. Directed by Dick Scanlan (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Evening Rapture), the readings will be held on Friday, March 10 at 11:00am and 2:30pm.
Photo/Video: Get A First Look At The Muny's JOSEPH Starring Jessica Vosk, Jason Gotay, Mykal Kilgore & More

Buy tickets now for The Muny's JOSEPH August 12th though 18th. Check out photos and video footage of the cast in action.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has John Scherer been in?

John Scherer has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.

How many West End shows has John Scherer been in?

John Scherer has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has John Scherer been nominated for?

Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for Liza's at The Palace, Outstanding Lead Actor, Non-Resident Production (Helen Hayes Awards) for By Jeeves and Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Olivier Awards) for On the Town.

What awards has John Scherer won?

Best Special Theatrical Event at the Tony Awards for Liza's at The Palace.

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