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Michael McElroy

Birth Place: Shaker Heights, OH, USA

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Michael McElroy



Michael came to New York City in May of 1990, after finishing his BFA in Theater from Carnegie Mellon University. His Broadway credits include Big River, The Wild Party, Rent, The Who's Tommy, Miss Saigon, Patti Lupone on Broadway, Hair and The High Rollers Social Pleasure Club. National Tour: Sarafina. Off Broadway: NY Shakespeare Festival's Richard III with Denzel Washington, Violet (Playwright's Horizons: Drama Desk Nomination), Thunder Knocking on the Door, Minetta Reperatory Theater and Blue, Grammercy Theater. Regional credits include Angels in America Pts I and II, Alley Theater; Fences, Riverside Theater; Dreamgirls, Pittsburgh Playhouse; Thunder Knocking on the Door, Trinity Reperatory Theater. He was also a featured vocalist on "The Rosie O'Donnell Show." Michael is featured on CD recordings of The Who's Tommy, Blue, Violet, Thunder Knocking on the Door and Leslie Uggams' upcoming CD project. He founded the Broadway Gospel Choir in 1994, then founded the Broadway Inspirational Voices in 1999.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2017
Ensemble

[US Tour]
The Broadway Tour [National Tour], 2009
Tom Collins

[Off-Broadway]
2007
Marcus / Lester / The Snake / Alex / Angel Eyes / Gordon / Seb

[US Tour]
National Tour, 2004
Jim

[Off-Broadway]
New York Concert, 2004
Judge

Captain

Crook

[New York]
Reading, 2004
Performer

[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 2003
Jim

[Milburn, NJ (Regional)]
Paper Mill Production, 2003
Blue Williams

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2002
Jaguar Dupree

Jaguar Dupree

[Off-Broadway]
2001
Blue Williams

[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 2001
Hud

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2000
Oscar D'Armano

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1997
Flicker

Flicker

[Off-Broadway]
1996
Performer

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Tom Collins [Replacement]

Tom Collins [Replacement]

Tom Collins [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1993
Security Guard

Officer #1

Local Lad

Hawker

Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1992
Sorcerer

[Off-Broadway]
1990
Guard/Messenger/Ensemble

[New York]
Workshop, 2001
The Man in the Mask

Productions

 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Music Arranger
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Music Arranger
 
[Broadway, 1997]
Vocal Music Arranger


TV Shows

MADtv
Jeremy, Sick Boy

Awards and Nominations


winner
Helen Hayes Awards - 2006 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical

Michael McElroyBig River:The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2004 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Michael McElroy, Big River

Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical

Michael McElroy, Big River


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actor - Musical

Michael McElroyBig River

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical

Michael McElroy, Violet

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News


Photos: A Fantastic Night For Black Theatre United at Ziegfeld Ballroom

There are galas and there are galas and, then, there was what Black Theatre United pulled off last night, September 30th, celebrating GENERATIONS OF EXCELLENCE at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. From the moment you walked in to the moment you left, the love, respect, admiration and warmth throughout the evening was palpable.
Photos: Inside Black Theatre United's 2024 Gala

Earlier this week, Black Theatre United celebrated its 2024 Gala, “Generations of Excellence.' Check out photos from the star-studded red carpet!
Empire Training Center For The Arts Will Launch a New Not-For-Profit Workforce Development Initiative

EMPIRE TRAINING CENTER FOR THE ARTS (ETCA), a new not-for-profit workforce development initiative, is set to transform the vocational training landscape of technical and administrative jobs in the performing arts.
Broadway Inspirational Voices Launches 30th Anniversary Season With Celebratory Concert

Broadway Inspirational Voices will commence its 30th anniversary season with a “30th Year Kickoff Concert.”
Whoopi Goldberg, Ariana DeBose, Patti LuPone, & More Named Honorary Co-Chairs For the Black Theatre United 2024 Gala

Black Theatre United has announced a star-studded lineup of Honorary Co-Chairs for its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Learn more here!
Photos: Telly Leung Takes the Stage At Birdland Jazz

On Monday, July 22, Birdland presented Broadway leading man Telly Leung with a new concert, “Back to Birdland.” See photos from the show!
Telly Leung to Present BACK TO BIRDLAND in July

Telly Leung will return to Birdland with his new show 'Back to Birdland.' Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Alicia Keys, Linda Twine, and Maxine Williams Will Be Honored at the 2024 Black Theatre United Gala

Black Theatre United will host its second annual Gala on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York. Learn more about how to attend here!
Broadway Dreams Offers MJ THE MUSICAL Scholarship in Atlanta

Broadway Dreams has kicked off its 2024 Summer Intensive Tour “Broadway Dreams Goes POP” and is currently making Broadway dreams come true in Atlanta, GA through Friday, June 7, 2024.
Broadway Dreams to Launch 2024 Summer Intensive Tour

Broadway Dreams is launching its 2024 Summer Intensive Tour, offering aspiring performers the chance to train with top industry professionals in various cities.
Meet the Cast of THE GREAT GATSBY, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway

The Great Gatsby begins previews tonight, March 29, 2024, and is set to open on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at The Broadway Theatre. Meet the cast of The Great Gatsby here!
VIDEO: Gaia Aikman On Taking On The Title Character in AIDA

Watch as Gaia Aikman talks about taking on the title character in Disney's AIDA in an all new video. 
Tickets on Sale Now for Broadway Inspirational Voices HOPE IN HARMONY: A HOLIDAY GOSPEL CONCERT

On Monday, December 11th, 2023, Broadway Inspirational Voices, the National Nonprofit Grammy Award–nominated and Tony Honors recipient choir, will have their annual holiday Gospel Concert. Made up of Broadway artists whose mission is to support and strengthen communities in need through Arts, Education, and Outreach programming, this evening with BIV is not to be missed. 
Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Black Theatre United's Inaugural Gala

Just last night, Black Theatre United (BTU) held its inaugural Gala at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Supported by Business for Good (BFG), the evening in celebration of the indelible mark that Black culture has had and continues to have on Broadway. Check out photos from inside the big night!
New York Stage and Film Gala Honoring Billy Porter Adds J Harrison Ghee, Melissa Etheridge, and David Burtka

New York Stage and Film's 2023 Annual Gala on Sunday, November 5 at The Plaza Hotel will honor Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award-winning artist and producer Billy Porter and GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis.
What We Know So Far About the The Who's TOMMY Broadway Revival

A sensation is coming back to Broadway! As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, the newly reimagined production of The Who's TOMMY will open on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street) on March 28. What do we know so far about the much anticipated new revival?
Black Theatre United Announces Star-Studded Honorary Co-Chair Lineup For Inaugural Gala!

Black Theatre United (BTU) announced today a star-studded lineup of honorary co-chairs for its upcoming inaugural Gala on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, which includes Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Cookie Johnson, Al Roker & Deborah Roberts, Blair Underwood, Congresswoman Ayanna Presley, Tommi A. Vincent and Troy Vincent Sr.
Feature: CAST AIDA ONTVANGT GOUDEN TICKET AWARD VOOR MEER DAN 200.000 VERKOCHTE KAARTEN!

Gistermiddag heeft de cast en crew van Disney’s AIDA in het AFAS Circustheater Scheveningen een Gouden Ticket Award uitgereikt gekregen voor de verkoop van meer dan 200.000 kaarten. Sinds de première afgelopen april zijn er meer dan 200.000 mensen geweest die de musical hebben bezocht. Henk Schuit, directeur van ticketingpartner Eventim, reikte deze bijzondere award uit.
Common Joins Honorees at Black Theatre United Gala; Josh Groban, Lorna Courtney & More to Present

Emmy, Grammy & Academy Award winner Common has been added to the list of honorees at Black Theatre United's inaugural Gala on Monday, October 30 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.
Annette Bening, Jason Alexander, Jean Smart & More to Join STARS IN THE HOUSE Labor Day Special

Join Annette Bening, Jason Alexander, Jean Smart, and other celebrated actors for a star-studded Labor Day Special on STARS IN THE HOUSE. Don't miss this exclusive event streaming live. Tune in for an unforgettable performance and support a great cause.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Michael McElroy been in?

Michael McElroy has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Michael McElroy been in?

Michael McElroy has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Michael McElroy been nominated for?

Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Musical (Helen Hayes Awards) for Big River:The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Big River, Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Big River, Outstanding Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Big River and Outstanding Featured Actor - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Violet.

What awards has Michael McElroy won?

Michael McElroy has won the following awards: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Resident Musical at the Helen Hayes Awards for Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and Outstanding Actor in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Big River.

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