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BIO

Carl Moellenberg is an American actor known for his work on Broadway and in film. He was born and raised in New York City, where he developed a passion for theater at a young age. Moellenberg attended the prestigious Juilliard School, where he honed his craft and graduated with a degree in drama.


Moellenberg made his Broadway debut in 1998 in the musical "The Lion King." He played the role of Pumbaa, the lovable warthog, and received critical acclaim for his performance. Moellenberg's powerful voice and comedic timing made him a fan favorite, and he continued to play the role for several years.
In addition to his work on Broadway, Moellenberg has also appeared in numerous television shows and films. He has made guest appearances on popular shows such as "Law & Order: SVU" and "The Blacklist," and has appeared in films such as "The Devil Wears Prada" and "The Bourne Ultimatum."
Moellenberg's talent extends beyond acting, as he is also an accomplished singer and musician. He has performed in numerous concerts and cabarets, showcasing his powerful voice and dynamic stage presence.
Despite his success on stage and screen, Moellenberg remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to take on challenging roles and push himself creatively, always striving to improve as an actor and performer.
Most recently, Moellenberg appeared in the 2019 Broadway revival of "Oklahoma!" directed by Daniel Fish.

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Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 2013 - Best Revival of a Play

Carl Moellenberg, The Trip to Bountiful


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Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Revival of a Play

Carl Moellenberg, Death of a Salesman

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Play

Carl Moellenberg, The Motherf**ker with the Hat

Tony Awards - 2010 - Best Revival of a Play

Carl Moellenberg, Lend Me a Tenor

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News


Kandi Burruss & Todd Tucker Join Producing Team of OTHELLO on Broadway

The co-producing team has been revealed for Othello on Broadway. Learn how to purchase tickets.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG's Final Week Was Highest Grossing Week Ever For A Sondheim Musical

MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG sets a new record as the highest-grossing Sondheim musical in a single week, breaking the box office record for the 10th and final time.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, CABARET & More Lead in Nominations for 2024 Drama League Awards

Read the full list of 2024 Drama League Nominations! Nominations include Cabaret, Merrily We Roll Along and more.
Broadway's MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Launches Rooftop Writers Initiative

The Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG has announced the Rooftop Writers Initiative, in partnership with the Stephen Sondheim Foundation and American Theatre Wing’s Jonathan Larson Grant.
Review: TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center brings the essence of the Queen of Rock to NWA

What did our critic think of TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Walton Arts Center?
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Extends Through Summer 2024

Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG will extend performances through Sunday, July 7, 2024 at the Hudson Theatre
Video: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Celebrates Surprise Cast Album Release

The New Broadway Cast Recording of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG is out tonight Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 12:01AM ET. See the cast celebrate their surprise cast album release!
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Digital Cast Recording To Drop At Midnight

The New Broadway Cast Recording of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG is out tonight Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 12:01AM ET.
Video: Daniel Radcliffe Reveals Which MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG Song 'Haunts His Dreams'

Merrily We Roll Along was recently featured on an episode of CBS Sunday Morning, where the cast discussed the show, Sondheim, and more. In a new clip, Daniel Radcliffe reveals which song from the show 'haunts his dreams'.
Video: Radcliffe, Groff, and Mendez Talk MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG on CBS Sunday Morning

Watch the trio, along with director Maria Friedman, discuss bringing Merrily We Roll Along back to Broadway, along with new clips from the show!
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG to Offer $39 Digital Lottery Tickets

A limited number of $39 tickets will be available for performances of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG via digital lottery. Learn how to purchase tickets!
Video: Tony-Winning Producer Carl Moellenberg Opens Up About His Spiritual Journey to Broadway

Carl Moellenberg's story is one of overcoming enormous obstacles and changing course to find his passion and his true self to live joyously as a long-term survivor. It is a journey of many transformations: from Midwestern boy most interested in music to a fast-paced Wall Street career; from investment banking to a 13-time Tony Award-winner on Broadway; from overcoming several death-defying crises by finding healing, and inspiration from a higher being, and deeper spirituality. Carl hopes that his story will inspire others who face seemingly overwhelming obstacles to find their passion, their reason to live, and to find love.
MR. SATURDAY NIGHT Starring Billy Crystal to Premiere on BroadwayHD in December

 BroadwayHD will present the exclusive streaming release of Billy Crystal’s five-time Tony Award® nominated Mr. Saturday Night: A New Musical Comedy. Filmed during its Broadway run, Mr. Saturday Night: A New Musical Comedy will be available exclusively on BroadwayHD starting December 1st.
28 Theater Books for Your Fall 2022 Reading (and Listening) List

We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's fall reading list.
Los Angeles Premiere of OKLAHOMA! to Open at the Ahmanson Theatre This Week

The Los Angeles premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! directed by Daniel Fish opens Thursday, September 15 at 8 p.m. at Center Theatre Group / Ahmanson Theatre. The tour will mark the first time a First-Class Equity production of Oklahoma! has toured North America in more than 40 years. This bold interpretation will play through October 16.
MR. SATURDAY NIGHT Starring Billy Crystal to Stream on BroadwayHD

BroadwayHD will debut the exclusive worldwide streaming release of Billy Crystal’s five-time Tony-Award nominated musical, Mr. Saturday Night: A New Musical Comedy, on their platform after the production concluded its Broadway run on September 4. The exact airing dates will be forthcoming.
OKLAHOMA! National Tour is Coming to the Ahmanson Theatre in September

Center Theatre Group will present the Los Angeles premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “OKLAHOMA!” directed by Daniel Fish at the Ahmanson Theatre from September 13 through October 16, 2022.
Tony Award-Winning Producer Carl Moellenberg to Release Memoir BROADWAY AND SPIRITUALITY AS A PATH TO SURVIVAL

Tony Award-winning producer Carl Moellenberg's memoir, Broadway and Spirituality as a Path to Survival, will be released on Saturday, October 1, 2022, by Imagine and Wonder. It is now available for pre-order on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles and others.
THE MINUTES Enters Its Final Two Weeks Of Broadway Performances

THE MINUTES by Tony Award & Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Letts, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro will conclude its limited Broadway engagement on Sunday, July 24. To date, the production has raised nearly $130,000 from a portion of tickets sales to support global humanitarian organization Save the Children’s Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund.
THE MINUTES On Broadway to Require Audience Masking Through the End of its Run

Steppenwolf’s production of THE MINUTES on Broadway will continue to require audiences to wear masks through the final performance on Sunday, July 24.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Carl Moellenberg been nominated for?

Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for The Trip to Bountiful, Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Death of a Salesman, Best Play (Tony Awards) for The Motherf**ker with the Hat and Best Revival of a Play (Tony Awards) for Lend Me a Tenor.

What awards has Carl Moellenberg won?

Carl Moellenberg has won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play for his work on Death of a Salesman.

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