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BIO

In 2011, Rock appeared on Broadway in Stephen Adly Guirgis' play The Motherfucker with the Hat with Bobby Cannavale and Annabella Sciorra. Rock was nominated for a Drama League Award for his role.



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The Motherf**ker With the Hat The Motherf**ker With the Hat
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Ralph D.
The 24 Hour Plays 2007
[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2007
Terry

Awards and Nominations


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2011 - Performance

Chris Rock, The Motherf**ker With the Hat

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Photos: John Mulaney, Martin Short, Nick Jonas & More in SNL50 Special Photo
Photos: John Mulaney, Martin Short, Nick Jonas & More in SNL50 Special
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025

Last night, NBC hosted the star-studded SNL50: The Anniversary Special. Numerous stars and SNL alums were present during the ceremony including John Mulaney, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ana Gasteyer, Fred Armisen, Maya Rudolph, Bowen Yang, and more. Take a look at photos from the evening here!
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Mulaney, Nathan Lane & More in SNL50 Musical Sketch Photo
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Mulaney, Nathan Lane & More in SNL50 Musical Sketch
by Joshua Wright - Feb 17, 2025

On tonight's star-studded lineup for NBC’s highly anticipated 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special,' John Mulaney led another one of his signature musical sketches. The segment featured songs from Les Misérables, Hamilton (with guest Lin-Manuel Miranda), The Lion King (with special guest Nathan Lane), and more.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Billy Crystal & More Join SNL50 Special Photo
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Billy Crystal & More Join SNL50 Special
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2025

The special will include appearances by Alec Baldwin, Ana Gasteyer, Billy Crystal, Cher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Leslie Jones, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mike Myers, Miles Teller, Rachel Dratch, Rev. Al Sharpton, and more surprises.
Jon Stewart To Host NIGHT OF TOO MANY STARS Live Comedy Event Photo
Jon Stewart To Host NIGHT OF TOO MANY STARS Live Comedy Event
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025

NEXT for AUTISM, the leading nonprofit dedicated to designing, launching, and supporting innovative services for people with autism, will present the return of its popular live comedy event, Night of Too Many Stars with host Jon Stewart. Learn more!
Alex Edelman, Susie Essman, & More Join 'Night of Too Many Stars' Photo
Alex Edelman, Susie Essman, & More Join 'Night of Too Many Stars'
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 12, 2025

NEXT for AUTISM (NEXT), the leading nonprofit dedicated to designing, launching, and supporting innovative services for people with autism, has announced the return of its popular live comedy event, Night of Too Many Stars with host Jon Stewart.
Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, & More Join SNL Anniversary Special Photo
Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, & More Join SNL Anniversary Special
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2025

The special will include appearances by Adam Sandler, Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, Chevy Chase, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, Fred Armisen, Garrett Morris, Jane Curtin, Jason Sudeikis, Jimmy Fallon, and more.
Comedian Jimmy Tingle To Perform At The Spire Center For Performing Arts Photo
Comedian Jimmy Tingle To Perform At The Spire Center For Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

Three-time 'Best of Boston' award-winning comedian Jimmy Tingle will make his debut at the Spire Center for Performing Arts with a special one-night-only engagement in April. Learn more.
SUPERSIZED COMEDY Will Raise Funds For the Victims of California Fires Photo
SUPERSIZED COMEDY Will Raise Funds For the Victims of California Fires
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025

California Virtual Fundraiser– Funny Raising Productions will present Supersized Comedy in a virtual special event fundraiser for victims of the California fires.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at EUREKA DAY Opening Night Photo
Photos: On the Red Carpet at EUREKA DAY Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024

Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro, is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there at opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
Graham Norton Australian Tour Adds New Dates Photo
Graham Norton Australian Tour Adds New Dates
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 18, 2024

Beloved Irish comedian, actor, author and television host Graham Norton will embark on his first-ever live tour of Australia in March. Learn more about the tour and how to get tickets here!
LAByrinth Theater Company 32nd Season to Feature New Work By Bob Glaudini, Lyle Kessl Photo
LAByrinth Theater Company 32nd Season to Feature New Work By Bob Glaudini, Lyle Kessler & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

LAByrinth Theater Company's 32nd season at 59E59 Theaters will feature works by Bob Glaudini, Lyle Kessler, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan to Return as Executive Producers of the 97th Oscars Photo
Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan to Return as Executive Producers of the 97th Oscars
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 28, 2024

Live television event producer Raj Kapoor returns as executive producer and showrunner, Katy Mullan as executive producer, and Hamish Hamilton as director of the 97th Oscars. “The Oscars” will air live on ABC and broadcast outlets worldwide on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT, with the official live red carpet show airing at 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT.
INSIDE COMEDY Season 4 to Receive International Broadcast Photo
INSIDE COMEDY Season 4 to Receive International Broadcast
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 25, 2024

Clay Epstein’s Film Mode Entertainment has announced the resurgence of the renowned comedy series, Inside Comedy which aired to critical acclaim starting on Showtime in 2012 and ran for four consecutive seasons.
Gabriel Iglesias Brings DON'T WORRY BE FLUFFY Tour To UBS Arena This April Photo
Gabriel Iglesias Brings DON'T WORRY BE FLUFFY Tour To UBS Arena This April
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2024

Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias has announced his 'Don't Worry Be Fluffy' tour stop at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on April 5.
First Avenue Playhouse to Present Return Engagement of SUPERSIZED WOMEN OF COMEDY Ton Photo
First Avenue Playhouse to Present Return Engagement of SUPERSIZED WOMEN OF COMEDY Tonight
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024

Back by popular demand, First Avenue Playhouse will present the return engagement of SUPERSIZED WOMEN OF COMEDY tonight, Saturday Oct 5th 7:30pm show.
David Spade And Nikki Glaser Extend Las Vegas Residency Into 2025 Photo
David Spade And Nikki Glaser Extend Las Vegas Residency Into 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024

David Spade and Nikki Glaser announced new 2025 dates for their shows at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas due to popular demand. Fans can look forward to more performances from these renowned comedians.
Comedian Donnell Rawlings to Perform Two Shows at NJPAC in October Photo
Comedian Donnell Rawlings to Perform Two Shows at NJPAC in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2024

Comedian Donnell Rawlings will perform two shows at NJPAC. Known for his work on CHAPPELLE'S SHOW, Rawlings brings his stand-up comedy to Newark for an evening of laughter. Learn more about the comedian and see how to purchase tickets.
Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Will Lead PARADE On Tour Photo
Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Will Lead PARADE On Tour
by Joshua Wright - Sep 19, 2024

BroadwayWorld has learned that Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer will lead the tour of Broadway revival of Parade as Leo and Lucille Frank, which will tour in 2025.
Bobby Collins to Perform at Bay Street Theater in October Photo
Bobby Collins to Perform at Bay Street Theater in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2024

Comedian Bobby Collins will perform at Bay Street Theater for one night only in October. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Joseph Vecsey's Stand-Up Series to Return to Bay Street Theater in October Photo
Joseph Vecsey's Stand-Up Series to Return to Bay Street Theater in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2024

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts will present an all-new line-up for the next iteration of Joseph Vecsey's ALL STAR COMEDY set for Saturday, October 5th, at 8 pm. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Chris Rock been in?

Chris Rock has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Chris Rock been in?

Chris Rock has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Chris Rock been nominated for?

and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for The Motherf**ker With the Hat.

What awards has Chris Rock won?

Chris Rock has won a Theatre World Award for his performance in The Motherf**ker With the Hat.

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