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Tituss Burgess is perhaps best known for his role on The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, which he has received five Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Before that, he was a stage star. Past credits on Broadway include Guys and Dolls, The Little Mermaid, Jersey Boys and Good Vibrations. Regionally he was seen in The Wiz and Songs For A New World. In June 2016, Burgess reprised his role of "Sebastian the Crab" during the Hollywood Bowl concert event of The Little Mermaid. Burgess can be seen in the AppleTV musical cartoon series Central Park as Cole Tillerman, alongside Leslie Odom Jr., Kristen Bell, Daveed Diggs, Josh Gad, Kathryn Hahn and Stanley Tucci. Burgess most recently starred as Remy in a benefit concert presentation of Ratatouille the Musical, originated on TikTok, inspired by the 2007 Disney Pixar film.

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STAGE CREDITS

Moulin Rouge! Moulin Rouge!
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
Harold Zidler [Replacement]
Guys and Dolls Guys and Dolls
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2009
Nicely-Nicely Johnson
The Little Mermaid The Little Mermaid
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Sebastian
The Wiz
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
La Jolla Revival, 2006
Lion
Jersey Boys Jersey Boys
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Hal Miller
Good Vibrations
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2005
Eddie
Jersey Boys
[San Diego, CA (Regional)]
Regional Premiere, 2004
Performer
Good Vibrations
[Regional (US)]
Workshop, 2004
Performer
Abelard and Heloise
[New York]
Workshop, 2003
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Video: SPELLBOUND Featurette Showcases Magical Score Photo
Video: SPELLBOUND Featurette Showcases Magical Score

Spellbound, the new animated musical from Alan Menken and Glenn Slater, is out now on Netflix. A new video has been released alongside the film, which highlights the magical score and features new interviews with Menken, Slater and the cast. Watch it now!
Alan Menken's SPELLBOUND Soundtrack Debuts with Rachel Zegler, Nathan Lane, & More Photo
Alan Menken's SPELLBOUND Soundtrack Debuts with Rachel Zegler, Nathan Lane, & More

A new Alan Menken animated musical has hit Netflix and, with it comes a soundtrack album featuring vocals from Rachel Zegler, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, Jenifer Lewis, John Lithgow, and more. Listen to the new songs here!
Review Roundup: Rachel Zegler-Led Musical Film SPELLBOUND Photo
Review Roundup: Rachel Zegler-Led Musical Film SPELLBOUND

The new animated musical film Spellbound is out now on Netflix, featuring Rachel Zegler, Nicole Kidman, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, Olga Merediz, and Javier Bardem. Read the reviews for Spellbound here!
Hoy se estrena HECHIZADOS con la voz de Rachel Zegler en Netflix Photo
Hoy se estrena HECHIZADOS con la voz de Rachel Zegler en Netflix

Ya disponible en Netflix la nueva película musical animada HECHIZADOS, con canciones originales de Alan Menken y protagonizada en su versión original por Rachel Zegler.
Video: Rachel Zegler Recorded SPELLBOUND Songs Before Being Offered the Part Photo
Video: Rachel Zegler Recorded SPELLBOUND Songs Before Being Offered the Part

BroadwayWorld sat down with Rachel Zegler and Jenifer Lewis to discuss the animated musical Spellbound, Zegler's involvement in the film, and how to navigate life in a dark world. Watch the exclusive interview now!
Video: Alan Menken and Glenn Slater Share What Makes SPELLBOUND Unique Photo
Video: Alan Menken and Glenn Slater Share What Makes SPELLBOUND Unique

BroadwayWorld sat down with Alan Menken and Glenn Slater to discuss their new animated musical Spellbound and what makes it different from previous projects from the composer and lyricist team. Watch the exclusive interview here!
Video: Netflix Shares Sneak Peek of SPELLBOUND Opening Number Photo
Video: Netflix Shares Sneak Peek of SPELLBOUND Opening Number

With only two days until Spellbound hits Netflix, the streamer has released a sneak peek clip from the opening number of the film, 'My Parents Our Monsters.' Watch the clip now!
Photos: Inside Classic Stage Company's 2024 Gala Photo
Photos: Inside Classic Stage Company's 2024 Gala

Classic Stage Company presented their 2024 Gala, honoring Tony Award winner Nikki M. James and 11-time Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. Directed by Daniel Goldstein, CSC’s 2024 Gala was hosted by Tony Award nominee Jenn Collela and Tony Award nominee Michael James Scott.
Video: Rachel Zegler Reacts to SPELLBOUND Singing Doll Photo
Video: Rachel Zegler Reacts to SPELLBOUND Singing Doll

Netflix has posted a new video of Rachel Zegler, who stars as Ellian in the animated musical, unboxing action figures, stuffed animals, and more merchandise tied to the new film. Watch the unboxing video now!
Video: Nathan Lane Shares Why He's Done Doing Broadway Musicals Photo
Video: Nathan Lane Shares Why He's Done Doing Broadway Musicals

On a recent visit to the Today Show to promote Spellbound, three-time Tony winner Nathan Lane shed light on why he has decided to move on from performing in Broadway musicals. Watch the interview now!
Tituss Burgess & More to Perform at Universal Preservation Hall This Winter Photo
Tituss Burgess & More to Perform at Universal Preservation Hall This Winter

Discover upcoming performances at UPH featuring magicians, Broadway stars, and jazz musicians. Experience a diverse lineup of talent in Saratoga Springs, offering something for every entertainment enthusiast. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Rachel Zegler, Alan Menken, & More Attend SPELLBOUND Premiere Photo
Photos: Rachel Zegler, Alan Menken, & More Attend SPELLBOUND Premiere

On November 11, Netflix hosted the premiere of Spellbound, the new animated musical from Alan Menken and Glenn Slater. In attendance were stars Rachel Zegler, Jenifer Lewis, Tituss Burgess, Nathan Lane, Javier Bardem, Nicole Kidman, and Olga Merediz. Take a look at photos here!
Videos: Rachel Zegler Sings SPELLBOUND Songs in Two New Promos Photo
Videos: Rachel Zegler Sings SPELLBOUND Songs in Two New Promos

It's a musical! With two new videos for Netflix's Spellbound, we have our first taste of Alan Menken's music and Glenn Slater's lyrics in the upcoming animated musical. Watch them here!
Bloomingdale's Unveils WICKED Movie Holiday Campaign Photo
Bloomingdale's Unveils WICKED Movie Holiday Campaign

Bloomingdale's has announced its Wicked Good Holiday campaign in partnership with Universal Pictures' Wicked. To kick off the celebration, on November 13 Bloomingdale's will present a night of performances from Broadway stars such as Cynthia Erivo, Lea Salonga, and Titus Burgess.
Video: New Trailer for SPELLBOUND Musical Feat. Rachel Zegler, Nathan Lane, & More Photo
Video: New Trailer for SPELLBOUND Musical Feat. Rachel Zegler, Nathan Lane, & More

Netflix has released the first full trailer for Spellbound, the animated musical by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater also featuring the voice of Rachel Zegler. Watch it now!
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2024- Where to Watch THE PIANO LESSON, SPELLBOUND Photo
Broadway Streaming Guide: November 2024- Where to Watch THE PIANO LESSON, SPELLBOUND & More

This November, Broadway fans have a slew of new content to enjoy including Alan Menken and Glenn Slater's animated musical Spellbound, Eddie Redmayne's new thriller series, and the screen adaptation of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson. Check out the lineup here!
Netflix to Release New SPELLBOUND Trailer Tomorrow Photo
Netflix to Release New SPELLBOUND Trailer Tomorrow

Tomorrow October 29, Netflix will release the first full trailer for Spellbound, the animated musical by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater which features the voice of Rachel Zegler. Netflix has teased the trailer on X, sharing a new poster of the film. Take a look at the post here!
Cinco Paul Reveals SCHMIGADOON! Season 3 Character Mashups Photo
Cinco Paul Reveals SCHMIGADOON! Season 3 Character Mashups

Schmigadoon! creator Cinco Paul has teased new characters written for the canceled third season of the show, including mashups of characters from Sunset Boulevard, Sunday in the Park with George, Side Show, and more.
Tituss Burgess, Norm Lewis & More Join Classic Stage Company 2024 GALA Photo
Tituss Burgess, Norm Lewis & More Join Classic Stage Company 2024 GALA

Classic Stage Company has revealed the complete lineup of performers for their 2024 Gala, honoring Tony Award winner Nikki M. James and 11-time Emmy Award winner Frank DiLella. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.
Josh Gad, Titus Burgess & More to Narrate Disney's 2024 Candlelight Processional in E Photo
Josh Gad, Titus Burgess & More to Narrate Disney's 2024 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT

Josh Gad, Neil Patrick Harris, Whoopi Goldberg, Titus Burgess, and more will serve as 2024 narrators for Disney World's annual Candlelight Procession in EPCOT. Each night in Epcot throughout the holiday season, a celebrity narrator tells the story of Christmas. Check out the full lineup of narrators now!
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How many Broadway shows has Tituss Burgess been in?

Tituss Burgess has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

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Tituss Burgess has not appeared in the West End.

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