Alex Brightman
Latest News on Alex Brightman:
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Gammage Auditorium (Dec 6, 2024)
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards (Dec 2, 2024)
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42 (Dec 2, 2024)
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Gammage Auditorium (Dec 6, 2024)
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards (Dec 2, 2024)
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42 (Dec 2, 2024)
BIO
Alex Brightman is a writer and two-time Tony-nominated actor who has been seen on Broadway in School of Rock, Matilda, Big Fish, Wicked, and Glory Days. TV credits include “Law & Order: SVU”, “Documentary Now,” “The Good Fight,” “Impractical Jokers,” “Blue Bloods,” “SMILF,” and “Important Things w/ Demetri Martin.” You can hear Alex on the acclaimed animated series, “Helluva Boss”, and the upcoming Netflix series, “Dead End: Paranormal Park.” Musical writing credits include It's Kind of a Funny Story (Universal Theatrical), The Whipping Boy, and Make Me Bad (all with writing partner Drew Gasparini). His newest play, Everything is Fine, and television series, “Singular”, are currently in development. He dedicates his performance to those living with chronic pain and illness, and urges you to check out and donate to The Arthritis Foundation.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Washington, DC (Regional)]
Pre-Broadway Engagement at National Theatre, 2018
Beetlejuice
Writing
Playwright
Movies
Red Hook
[ 2009 ] Roy
[ 2009 ] Roy
Here Today
[ 2021 ] Justin
[ 2021 ] Justin
TV Shows
Helluva Boss
Fizzarolli
Fizzarolli
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2024 - Best Featured Performer in a Play
Alex Brightman, The Shark is Broken
Drama League Awards - 2019 - Distinguished Performance Award
Alex Brightman, Beetlejuice
Tony Awards - 2019 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Alex Brightman, Beetlejuice
Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award
Alex Brightman, School of Rock
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2016 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Alex Brightman, School of Rock
Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Alex Brightman, School of Rock- The Musical
Videos
Video: Marc Summers Opens Up About Bringing Nickelodeon Nostalgia to the Stage
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 27, 2024
Interview: Keith David and Blake Roman on Going From Stage to the HAZBIN HOTEL
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2024
Interview: Jeremy Jordan, Kimiko Glenn & Amir Talai on Their HAZBIN HOTEL Characters
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2024
Interview: Watch Erika Henningsen & Stephanie Beatriz Talk HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024
Video: Watch the HAZBIN HOTEL Musical Series Trailer With Erika Henningsen, Alex Brightman & More
by Michael Major - Dec 13, 2023
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet for Opening Night of HOW TO DANCE IN OHIO
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 12, 2023
Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of THE SHARK IS BROKEN
by Red Carpet - Aug 14, 2023
Video: The Company of THE SHARK IS BROKEN Hits The Red Carpet On Opening Night
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2023
Video: First Look at THE SHARK IS BROKEN, Opening Tonight on Broadway
by Show Highlights - Aug 10, 2023
Exclusive: Listen to Alex Brightman Sing 'I'm A Dick' From LEWBERGER: THE WIZARD OF FRIENDSHIP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2023
Exclusive: Watch Lindsay Mendez Sing Ryan Scott Oliver's 'Map of Scars'
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 9, 2023
Exclusive: See A Preview of the 2023 Kleban Prize Ceremony, Streaming On Broadway On Demand
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2023
VIDEO: Alex Brightman Gives Curtain Call Speech at the 500th Performance of BEETLEJUICE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2022
News
Review: KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Gammage Auditorium
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the 2023 Tony Winner for Best Musical now visiting Gammage Auditorium, manages something remarkable - it finds the bittersweet spot between life's joys and sorrows, letting both exist without cancelling each other out. In an era where musicals often rely on spectacle and flash to make their mark, KIMBERLY AKIMBO succeeds through pure storytelling muscle and emotional authenticity.
KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the 2023 Tony Winner for Best Musical now visiting Gammage Auditorium, manages something remarkable - it finds the bittersweet spot between life's joys and sorrows, letting both exist without cancelling each other out. In an era where musicals often rely on spectacle and flash to make their mark, KIMBERLY AKIMBO succeeds through pure storytelling muscle and emotional authenticity.
First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Washington, DC Awards
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Washington, DC Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42
Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…
Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…
Photos: Stars Arrive at DEATH BECOMES HER on Opening Night
Stars came out for the opening of DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles, Tina Fey, Brooke Shields, and more as they arrive on the opening night red carpet here!
Stars came out for the opening of DEATH BECOMES HER at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on Broadway. Check out photos of Kelly Rowland, Tina Knowles, Tina Fey, Brooke Shields, and more as they arrive on the opening night red carpet here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 19, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 19, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 19, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Alex Brightman, Sara Chase, and More Will Lead SCHMIGADOON! at the Kennedy Center
The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
The cast has been announced for the world premeire production of Schmigadoon! at the Kennedy Center. Learn more about who is starring in this new musical and find out how to get tickets here!
Review: EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL, Is Campy, Killer Fun at WestCoast Players Theatre
Somewhere in a world on a road less traveled, between the likes of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, American Psycho, Carrie, and the more recently conceptualized Beetlejuice lies the twisted campy world in which the characters of Evil Dead the Musical reside. First performed in 2003 in Toronto, this campy rock-filled musical made its transfer to Off-Broadway at New World Stages in 2006. In 2012 a production opened in Las Vegas as a 4-D Experience and complete with a 100 chair “Splatter Zone,”and as of 2017 making it the longest running theatrical experience on the strip. With Book, Lyrics, and Music by George Reinblatt, Evil Dead the Musical brought Sam Raimi’s characters to life in true blood-filled fashion.
Somewhere in a world on a road less traveled, between the likes of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, American Psycho, Carrie, and the more recently conceptualized Beetlejuice lies the twisted campy world in which the characters of Evil Dead the Musical reside. First performed in 2003 in Toronto, this campy rock-filled musical made its transfer to Off-Broadway at New World Stages in 2006. In 2012 a production opened in Las Vegas as a 4-D Experience and complete with a 100 chair “Splatter Zone,”and as of 2017 making it the longest running theatrical experience on the strip. With Book, Lyrics, and Music by George Reinblatt, Evil Dead the Musical brought Sam Raimi’s characters to life in true blood-filled fashion.
BEETLEJUICE Composer Eddie Perfect to Star in Title Role in Australia
After earning a Tony Award nomination for the music and lyrics he wrote for BEETLEJUICE, Eddie Perfect will star as the title role in the Australian premiere of the show which will play exclusively in Melbourne. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
After earning a Tony Award nomination for the music and lyrics he wrote for BEETLEJUICE, Eddie Perfect will star as the title role in the Australian premiere of the show which will play exclusively in Melbourne. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: New York Premiere Of GOOSEBUMPS THE MUSICAL at CM Performing Arts
The Cast Album that topped the charts during the pandemic comes to life on stage in New York at the CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale! The New York Premiere of Goosebumps The Musical: The Phantom of the Auditorium, presented by CM Performing Arts Family Theatre, will run October 13 - 20. Check out photos below!
The Cast Album that topped the charts during the pandemic comes to life on stage in New York at the CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale! The New York Premiere of Goosebumps The Musical: The Phantom of the Auditorium, presented by CM Performing Arts Family Theatre, will run October 13 - 20. Check out photos below!
Interview: Theatre Life With Alex Brightman
Today’s subject Alex Brightman is currently living his theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in Comedy of Errors in the role of Dromio of Syracuse. The show plays through October 20th in STC’S Klein Theatre.
Today’s subject Alex Brightman is currently living his theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in Comedy of Errors in the role of Dromio of Syracuse. The show plays through October 20th in STC’S Klein Theatre.
Tim Burton's Musical Connections From BIG FISH to BEETLEJUICE: A Guide
This Halloween season, BroadwayWorld is taking a look at Tim Burton's musical theater connections, both onscreen and onstage, as well as offering some spooky listening to match the vibes of spooky season.
This Halloween season, BroadwayWorld is taking a look at Tim Burton's musical theater connections, both onscreen and onstage, as well as offering some spooky listening to match the vibes of spooky season.
BEETLEJUICE Musical Song Reaches TikTok Billboard Top 50
Beetlejuice is a hit! A full five years after the release of the Beetlejuice Broadway cast album, one song from the album has reached a new record high, debut at No. 46 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50.
Beetlejuice is a hit! A full five years after the release of the Beetlejuice Broadway cast album, one song from the album has reached a new record high, debut at No. 46 on the TikTok Billboard Top 50.
Cast Set for GOOSEBUMPS THE MUSICAL: THE PHANTOM OF THE AUDITORIUM At CM Performing Arts Center
GOOSEBUMPS THE MUSICAL: THE PHANTOM OF THE AUDITORIUM comes to life at CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale, featuring Long Island Theatre Notables and rising stars. Learn how to purchase tickets.
GOOSEBUMPS THE MUSICAL: THE PHANTOM OF THE AUDITORIUM comes to life at CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale, featuring Long Island Theatre Notables and rising stars. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: COMEDY OF ERRORS at Shakespeare Theatre Comany
The Shakespeare Theatre Company has opened its 2024-2025 season with a fun, frothy, beautifully rendered Comedy of Errors by the theatre’s “resident playwright” William Shakespeare and directed by the company’s artistic director, Simon Godwin. Godwin layers visual and aural punch to keep the pace lively – including a band of versatile on-stage musician storytellers.
The Shakespeare Theatre Company has opened its 2024-2025 season with a fun, frothy, beautifully rendered Comedy of Errors by the theatre’s “resident playwright” William Shakespeare and directed by the company’s artistic director, Simon Godwin. Godwin layers visual and aural punch to keep the pace lively – including a band of versatile on-stage musician storytellers.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns To The Green Room 42 This Month
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... returns to THE GREEN ROOM 42 on September 23, 2024, featuring Broadway understudies and standbys showcasing their talents. Join for an evening of performances from emerging stars.AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from The Outsiders; Hell's Kitchen; Suffs, Once Upon A Mattress; Cats: “The Jelicle Ball”; The Wiz; and Shucked.
Video: Go Inside Rehearsal for SMASH On Broadway With Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas and More
Check out Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas, and more in rehearsal for Smash on Broadway in new video from the rehearsal room!
Check out Robyn Hurder, Brooks Ashmanskas, and more in rehearsal for Smash on Broadway in new video from the rehearsal room!
Anthony Rapp And Adam Pascal Join THE BROADWAY CRUISE 3rd Sailing
THE BROADWAY CRUISE has announced new talent for its third sailing, featuring performances and events with Broadway stars. Join this unique experience combining the best of Broadway and cruising.
THE BROADWAY CRUISE has announced new talent for its third sailing, featuring performances and events with Broadway stars. Join this unique experience combining the best of Broadway and cruising.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE... to Return to The Green Room 42 in August
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 in August, featuring Broadway's rising stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
AT THIS PERFORMANCE… will return to The Green Room 42 in August, featuring Broadway's rising stars. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Alex Brightman & David Fynn To Lead Shakespeare Theatre Company's COMEDY OF ERRORS
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team of the first show of 24/25 Season, William Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors, directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin.
Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team of the first show of 24/25 Season, William Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors, directed by STC Artistic Director Simon Godwin.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Alex Brightman been in?
Alex Brightman has appeared on Broadway in 9 shows.
How many West End shows has Alex Brightman been in?
Alex Brightman has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Alex Brightman been nominated for?
Best Featured Performer in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Shark is Broken, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Beetlejuice, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Beetlejuice, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for School of Rock, Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for School of Rock and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for School of Rock- The Musical.
How many shows has Alex Brightman written?
Alex Brightman has written 1 shows including The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers (Playwright).
What awards has Alex Brightman won?
Best Featured Performer in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Shark is Broken.
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