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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1945
Captain Matthew Ellis

[Broadway]
1917
Horace Howyer, Esp.


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Chris Tucker Comes to Royal Albert Hall in June

Internationally renowned award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker has announced a one-off London date on Sunday 2nd June at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall. This is his first UK date since 2018 when he sold out his entire tour.
COUNTRY SUNSHINE: The Legendary Ladies of Nashville Comes to Milwaukee Rep

 Milwaukee Rep willpresent an Artists Lounge Live Production of Country Sunshine: The Legendary Ladies of Nashville With Katie Deal in the Stackner Cabaret September 8 – October 29, 2023. 
Chris Tucker Brings The Legend Tour to Aronoff Center in October

Award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker has announced his first major tour in North America since 2011. Produced by Live Nation, the historic 30-city fall 2023 run – The Legend Tour 2023 – kicks off on September 8 at North Charleston Performing Arts Center in Charleston, South Carolina.
Actor and Comedian Chris Tucker Announces His First Major Tour In Over A Decade

Award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker announces his first major tour in North America since 2011. Produced by Live Nation, the historic 30-city fall 2023 run – The Legend Tour 2023 – kicks off on September 8 at North Charleston Performing Arts Center in Charleston, South Carolina, making stops across North America in Toronto, Nashville, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and more before wrapping up in Detroit, MI at Fox Theatre on January 12. 
Chris Tucker Kicks Off THE LEGEND TOUR 2023 On September 8 At The North Charleston PAC

Award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker announces his first major tour in North America since 2011. Produced by Live Nation, the historic 30-city fall 2023 run – The Legend Tour 2023 – kicks off on September 8 at North Charleston Performing Arts Center in North Charleston, South Carolina, making stops across North America in Toronto, Nashville, Philadelphia, Phoenix, and more before wrapping up in Detroit, MI at Fox Theatre on January 12.
THE PIANO LESSON Film Adds Gail Bean, Malik J. Ali, Jerrika Hinton & More

Malik J. Ali, Gail Bean, Jerrika Hinton, Stephan James, Jay Peterson, and Matrell Smith have joined the cast of The Piano Lesson film. They join Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Ray Fisher, and Michael Potts, who will be reprising their Broadway performances. Danielle Deadwyler Corey Hawkins, and Erykah Badu are also in the movie.
Ben Platt Honored With Inspiration Award on Final Day of GLSEN RESPECT EVERYWHERE

Today, GLSEN, the leading education organization focused on ensuring safe and inclusive schools for all students, honored Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt with the Inspiration Award on the final day of RESPECT EVERYWHERE, a series of innovative fundraising initiatives presented in short videos running from May 18-22.
Ben Platt Announced as The Hasty Pudding Theatricals' 2020 Man of the Year

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals, the oldest theatrical organization in the United States, has announced BEN PLATT as the recipient of its 2020 Man of the Year Award, and the youngest ever Man of the Year in the 54 years of the award. The Pudding will present this honor to a Tony, Grammy, and Emmy award-winning actor and musician who has made a meaningful impact on Broadway, television, and film.
Comedian Chris Tucker Comes To The Peace Center

Comedian Chris Tucker comes to the Peace Center on Saturday, May 9, at 8 p.m.
Chris Tucker is Heading to the Providence Performing Arts Center

Award-winning actor and comedian CHRIS TUCKER will perform at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 8P. Tickets go on sale on Friday, November 15 at 10A at the PPAC Box Office (220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI 02903), online at ppacri.org and by phone at (401) 421-ARTS (2787) Tickets are $69.50 - $35; all ticket prices include a $3 per ticket restoration charge and are subject to change without notice.
Chris Tucker is Coming to Paramount Theatre in Denver

AEG and Comedy Works Entertainment will welcome Chris Tucker to Paramount Theatre in Denver on Friday, March 20th at 8:00pm. Tickets range from $49.95 to $79.95 plus applicable fees and go on sale Friday, November 15th at 10:00am at ParamountDenver.com. Starting Monday, November 18th tickets will also be available for purchase at the Pepsi Center Box Office and Dick's Sporting Goods Park box office, or Paramount Theatre box office (event days only).
Chris Tucker Comes to DPAC May 8

Chris Tucker is currently on a successful U.S. and international 2019 comedy tour, receiving rave reviews from all over the world. Chris Tucker will make a stop at DPAC in Durham, NC on Friday May 8, 2020.
Everything to Know About the MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Movie!

Now you know! As BroadwayWorld previously reported, Stephen Sondheim's musical Merrily We Roll Along is coming to the big screen starring Ben Platt and Beanie Feldstein! To prepare you to meet the movers and shapers of Merrily, we're giving you our guide to the big screen adaptation, including a look at the history of the show and a peek at the cast. Check it all out!
Kristen Stewart to Receive the Golden Eye Award at Zurich Film Festival

Kristen Stewart will be the recipient of the Zurich Film Festival's prestigious Golden Eye Award. Stewart will be in Zurich with director Benedict Andrews to celebrate her latest film SEBERG in which she plays the title character, Jean Seberg. The film receives its Swiss premiere on Wednesday October 2nd.
Huaxia Film Debuts CINITY With Ang Lee's 'Gemini Man' Advanced-Format Movie Trailer

Huaxia Film Distribution Co Ltd (Huaxia Film), a leading film distributor in China, held a grand launch event in Beijing to formally introduce the CINITY brand and CINITY Cinema System, poised to set new standards in advanced format film projection.
Chris Tucker Returns With His Stand-Up Routine At Mohegan Sun Arena

International award-winning actor and comedian, Chris Tucker, will return to Mohegan Sun Arena with a hilarious new stand-up routine on Saturday, August 10th at 8:00pm.
VIDEO: Ben Platt Performs 'Older' and 'Grow As We Go' From New Album on TODAY

Ben Platt stopped by TODAY to perform the song 'older' off of his solo album, 'Sing To Me Instead' which was released today! Before the performance, Platt talked with Hoda Kotb about how he warms up his vocals with hand warmers!
Anybody Have a Map? Ben Platt Announces Tour Cities Following New Album SING TO ME INSTEAD

He has a Tony, Grammy, Emmy and now a tour! Following his new album release, Ben Platt will take to the road performing a series of concerts.
VIDEO: Listen to Ben Platt's New Single 'Ease My Mind' Off Upcoming Album 'Sing To Me Instead'

Ben Platt has released the first single off his upcoming album, Sing To Me Instead. The song, titled Ease My Mind, can be heard in the video below!
Ben Platt Announces Release Date for Debut Album

Ben Platt took to Twitter to announce the release of his debut album! In the tweet, Platt said, 'With a full heart, I can finally say that my debut album 'Sing To Me Instead' will be out in the world on 3/29. The first two songs will be out THIS FRIDAY 2/1, as well as a pre-order of the whole album. Let the story begin.'

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Billy Lynn been in?

Billy Lynn has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Billy Lynn been in?

Billy Lynn has not appeared in the West End.

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