Calvin Leon Smith
Latest News on Calvin Leon Smith:
Video: Auli’i Cravalho Teases MOANA Live-Action Remake on THE VIEW (Nov 18, 2024)
Video: Adam Lambert Shares CABARET Pre-Show Rituals (Nov 15, 2024)
Video: Auliʻi Cravalho Talks Balancing CABARET and MOANA 2 (Nov 7, 2024)
Video: Auli’i Cravalho Teases MOANA Live-Action Remake on THE VIEW (Nov 18, 2024)
Video: Adam Lambert Shares CABARET Pre-Show Rituals (Nov 15, 2024)
Video: Auliʻi Cravalho Talks Balancing CABARET and MOANA 2 (Nov 7, 2024)
BIO
Calvin Leon Smith co-starred in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Fat Ham on Broadway, following an acclaimed run at The Public Theater. Television credits include Barry Jenkins’ award-winning Amazon series “The Underground Railroad,” HBO’s “The Deuce,” and the acclaimed anthology series “High Maintenance.” Smith’s other theater credits include The Animal Kingdom (Connolly Theatre, Jack Serio director); Open Throat (Little Island, Caitlin Ryan O’Connell director), Lynn Nottage’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Sweat (The Public Theater’s Mobile Unit), The Miser (Moliere in the Park), On The Grounds Of Belonging (Long Wharf Theatre), several plays with The Actors Theatre of Louisville, the Clarence Brown Theatre, and Macbeth at Shakespeare on the Sound. On film, Smith has appeared in Benny & James (Cannes Film Festival premiere), Better Man (Best Actor, Queens World Film Festival), Paper Friends, and RSVP. He is a graduate of The Juilliard School.
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STAGE CREDITS
Awards and Nominations
winner
Obie Awards - 2022 - Special Citation
Calvin Leon SmithFat Ham
Videos
Video: Watch Aaron Tveit Perform 'Mein Herr' From CABARET at MCC MISCAST22
by Michael Major - Sep 30, 2024
Video: Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho Perform 'Willkommen' in CABARET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2024
VIDEO: Mykal Kilgore & the Company of FAT Ham Cover 'Kill The Lights'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 8, 2022
News
Video: Auli’i Cravalho Teases MOANA Live-Action Remake on THE VIEW
Auli’i Cravalho visited The View to discuss reprising her role of Moana in Disney's new sequel, the forthcoming live-action remake, and the themes of Cabaret. Watch the full interview now!
Auli’i Cravalho visited The View to discuss reprising her role of Moana in Disney's new sequel, the forthcoming live-action remake, and the themes of Cabaret. Watch the full interview now!
Video: Adam Lambert Shares CABARET Pre-Show Rituals
American Idol alum Adam Lambert is currently playing the iconic role of the Emcee in Broadway's Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, taking over from Eddie Redmayne. On a recent visit to Live with Kelly and Mark, the performer also revealed that he does his own elaborate makeup in the show.
American Idol alum Adam Lambert is currently playing the iconic role of the Emcee in Broadway's Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, taking over from Eddie Redmayne. On a recent visit to Live with Kelly and Mark, the performer also revealed that he does his own elaborate makeup in the show.
Video: Auliʻi Cravalho Talks Balancing CABARET and MOANA 2
In addition to making her Broadway debut in the current production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Auliʻi Cravalho is returning to the beloved role of Moana in Disney's highly anticipated sequel. Watch the performer talk about both on Live with Kelly and Mark!
In addition to making her Broadway debut in the current production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Auliʻi Cravalho is returning to the beloved role of Moana in Disney's highly anticipated sequel. Watch the performer talk about both on Live with Kelly and Mark!
Video: Adam Lambert Discusses His Take on CABARET Character
On September 16, American Idol alum Adam Lambert stepped into the iconic role of the Emcee in Broadway's Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, taking over from Eddie Redmayne. Watch an interview with Lambert here.
On September 16, American Idol alum Adam Lambert stepped into the iconic role of the Emcee in Broadway's Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, taking over from Eddie Redmayne. Watch an interview with Lambert here.
Listen to the Full Prologue from CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
Fans of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club know that the party starts early at the August Wilson Theatre. As audiences arrive, approximately 75 minutes before the show starts, the Prologue begins. Listen to the just-released album here.
Fans of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club know that the party starts early at the August Wilson Theatre. As audiences arrive, approximately 75 minutes before the show starts, the Prologue begins. Listen to the just-released album here.
Photos: Michael Urie Unveils Sardi's Caricature
Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.
Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.
Eddie Redmayne Praises Adam Lambert's 'Magnificent' Emcee in CABARET
Eddie Redmayne is a big fan of what Adam Lambert is doing as The Emcee in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. The actor, who departed from the role in the production last month, saw a different side of the show as an audience member after catching a performance earlier this week.
Eddie Redmayne is a big fan of what Adam Lambert is doing as The Emcee in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club. The actor, who departed from the role in the production last month, saw a different side of the show as an audience member after catching a performance earlier this week.
Video: Adam Lambert Talks Getting 'Naughty' in CABARET on Broadway
Adam Lambert appeared on the Kelly Clarkson Show recently where he talked about starring as The Emcee in Cabaret. Watch the full video here!
Adam Lambert appeared on the Kelly Clarkson Show recently where he talked about starring as The Emcee in Cabaret. Watch the full video here!
Video: Watch Aaron Tveit Perform 'Mein Herr' From CABARET at MCC MISCAST22
Watch Aaron Tveit perform 'Mein Herr' from Cabaret at the 2022 installment of Miscast. Miscast22 took place on April 4, 2022 at the Hammerstein Ballroom. The evening honored Emmy and Tony Award® winner Christine Baranski.
Watch Aaron Tveit perform 'Mein Herr' from Cabaret at the 2022 installment of Miscast. Miscast22 took place on April 4, 2022 at the Hammerstein Ballroom. The evening honored Emmy and Tony Award® winner Christine Baranski.
Photos: Adam Lambert & Auliʻi Cravalho Celebrate Their CABARET Gala Opening Night
Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho celebrated their gala opening night in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB on Thursday, September 26th and Broadway World was there to capture the festivities. Check out our photos below!
Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho celebrated their gala opening night in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB on Thursday, September 26th and Broadway World was there to capture the festivities. Check out our photos below!
Photos: New Images of Adam Lambert & Auli'i Cravalho in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
Check out new production photos below of Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho who are making their Broadway debuts in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB!
Check out new production photos below of Adam Lambert and Auli’i Cravalho who are making their Broadway debuts in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB!
Video: Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho Perform 'Willkommen' in CABARET
Get a first look at footage of Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho making their Broadway debuts and performing 'Willkommen' in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at footage of Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho making their Broadway debuts and performing 'Willkommen' in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho in CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
Get a first look at Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway. See their first photos, learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Get a first look at Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho in Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club on Broadway. See their first photos, learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 6, 2024
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 6, 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 August 6, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Calvin Leon Smith to Join CABARET as 'Clifford Bradshaw' in September
Calvin Leon Smith will return to Broadway this Fall as ‘Clifford Bradshaw’ in the Tony Award -winning Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Calvin Leon Smith will return to Broadway this Fall as ‘Clifford Bradshaw’ in the Tony Award -winning Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look At OPEN THROAT On New York City's Little Island
Ahead of opening night tonight, Little Island shared a first look at production photos of Open Throat, a theatrical adaptation of the acclaimed and award-winning novella of the same name by Henry Hoke, directed by Caitlin Ryan O’Connell, and starring Chris Perfetti, Jo Lampert, and Calvin Leon Smith. Open Throat will run at Little Island’s The Amph through Sunday, July 14.
Ahead of opening night tonight, Little Island shared a first look at production photos of Open Throat, a theatrical adaptation of the acclaimed and award-winning novella of the same name by Henry Hoke, directed by Caitlin Ryan O’Connell, and starring Chris Perfetti, Jo Lampert, and Calvin Leon Smith. Open Throat will run at Little Island’s The Amph through Sunday, July 14.
Photos: Childish Gambino Performs Live From Little Island
This past weekend at Little Island, five-time Grammy Award winning superstar Childish Gambino celebrated a first listen of music from his new album, Bando Stone & The New World, with the interactive experience CHILDISH GAMBINO LIVE FROM LITTLE ISLAND. Check out photos here!
This past weekend at Little Island, five-time Grammy Award winning superstar Childish Gambino celebrated a first listen of music from his new album, Bando Stone & The New World, with the interactive experience CHILDISH GAMBINO LIVE FROM LITTLE ISLAND. Check out photos here!
OPEN THROAT Comes to Little Island Next Month
Little Island has announced Open Throat, a theatrical adaptation of the acclaimed and award-winning novella of the same name by Henry Hoke, will star Chris Perfetti, the actor from the Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award-winning “Abbott Elementary” as ‘Jacob,’ and Lortel Award nominee Jo Lampert.
Little Island has announced Open Throat, a theatrical adaptation of the acclaimed and award-winning novella of the same name by Henry Hoke, will star Chris Perfetti, the actor from the Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award-winning “Abbott Elementary” as ‘Jacob,’ and Lortel Award nominee Jo Lampert.
Moliere In The Park's NY Premiere Of THE MISER Opens Tonight
Experience the re-imagined version of Molière's most successful play, THE MISER, by Molière in the Park. This NY premiere is in collaboration with Prospect Park Alliance, LeFrak Center at Lakeside and Brooklyn Public Library.
Experience the re-imagined version of Molière's most successful play, THE MISER, by Molière in the Park. This NY premiere is in collaboration with Prospect Park Alliance, LeFrak Center at Lakeside and Brooklyn Public Library.
Moliere in the Park's NY Premiere of THE MISER Begins Performances This Weekend
Molière in the Park's re-imagined version of Molière's The Miser, translated and adapted by David Chambers, and directed by Molière in the Park's Founding Artistic Director Lucie Tiberghien, begins performances this weekend!
Molière in the Park's re-imagined version of Molière's The Miser, translated and adapted by David Chambers, and directed by Molière in the Park's Founding Artistic Director Lucie Tiberghien, begins performances this weekend!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Calvin Leon Smith been in?
Calvin Leon Smith has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Calvin Leon Smith been in?
Calvin Leon Smith has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Calvin Leon Smith been nominated for?
and Special Citation (Obie Awards) for Fat Ham.
What awards has Calvin Leon Smith won?
Calvin Leon Smith has won a Special Citation from the Obie Awards for his work on Fat Ham.
Videos