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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1998
William Collyer

[Broadway]
1989
Andrew Makepiece Ladd III [Replacement]

[Broadway]
1983
Raymond Brock

[Broadway]
1980
Macaulay Connor

[Broadway]
1976
Frank Gardner


Movies

The Day of the Dolphin
[ 1973 ] Mike
The Great Gatsby
[ 1974 ] Klipspringer
The Great Waldo Pepper
[ 1975 ] Ezra Stiles
Brass Target
[ 1978 ] Col. Walter Gilchrist
The Betsy
[ 1978 ] Dan Weyman
Take Down
[ 1979 ] Ed Branish
The North Avenue Irregulars
[ 1979 ] Michael Hill
Harry's War
[ 1981 ] Harry Johnson
Annie
[ 1982 ] FDR
Death Valley
[ 1982 ] Paul Stanton
A Little Sex
[ 1982 ] Tommy
Mrs. Soffel
[ 1984 ] Warden Peter Soffel
Compromising Positions
[ 1985 ] Bob Singer
The Man with One Red Shoe
[ 1985 ] Brown Ed Herrmann
The Purple Rose of Cairo
[ 1985 ] Henry
Overboard
[ 1987 ] Grant Stayton III
The Lost Boys
[ 1987 ] Max Ed Herrmann
Big Business
[ 1988 ] Graham Sherbourne
Born Yesterday
[ 1993 ] Ed Devery
My Boyfriend's Back
[ 1993 ] Mr. Dingle
Richie Rich
[ 1994 ] Richard Rich
Foreign Student
[ 1994 ] Zachary 'Zach' Gilmore
Nixon
[ 1995 ] Nelson Rockefeller
Critical Care
[ 1997 ] Robert Payne
Better Living
[ 1998 ] Jack
Walking Across Egypt
[ 1999 ] Rev. Vernon
Double Take
[ 2001 ] Charles Allsworth
The Shaft
[ 2001 ] Milligan
The Cat's Meow
[ 2001 ] W.R. Hearst
The Emperor's Club
[ 2002 ] Headmter Woodbridge
Intolerable Cruelty
[ 2003 ] Rex Rexroth
The Aviator
[ 2004 ] Joseph Breen
Bereft
[ 2004 ] Lloyd
Relative Strangers
[ 2006 ] Doug Clayton
Factory Girl
[ 2006 ] James Townsend
Wedding Daze
[ 2006 ] Lyle
Desperate Crossing - The True Story of the Mayflower
[ 2006 ] Narrator
I Think I Love My Wife
[ 2007 ] Mr. Landis
The Skeptic
[ 2009 ] Dr. Shepard Ed Herrmann
The Six Wives of Henry Lefay
[ 2009 ] Goodenough
Redemption: For Robbing the Dead
[ 2011 ] Governor Dawson
Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star
[ 2011 ] Jeremiah Larson
Son of Morning
[ 2011 ] Thom
Price Check
[ 2012 ] Jack Bennington
Christmas Oranges
[ 2012 ] Mr. Crampton
Heaven's Door
[ 2012 ] Nate Christensen
Are You Here
[ 2013 ] Dr. Vincent
The Wolf of Wall Street
[ 2013 ] Stratton Oakmont Commercial
The Town That Dreaded Sundown
[ 2014 ] Reverend Cartwright
Coach of the Year
[ 2015 ] Bill Ford

TV Shows

American Dad!
Councilman, Old Man
Gilmore Girls
Richard Gilmore
Law & Order
Frederic Matson, Mr. Mosbeck, Drew Seely
Oz
Harrison Beecher
St. Elsewhere
Father Joseph McCabe, Priest
The Good Wife
Lionel Deerfield
The Practice
Anderson Pearson

Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 1997 - Outstanding Featured Actor - Play

Edward Herrmann, Psychopatria Sexualis

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1997 - Best Featured Actor - Play

Edward Herrmann Psychopathia Sexualis

Tony Awards - 1983 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play

Edward Herrmann, Plenty


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Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play

Edward Herrmann, Mrs. Warren's Profession

News


Interview: Lee Blessing And Joe Bishara of A WALK IN THE WOODS at Abbey Theatre Of Dublin

“I wish A WALK IN THE WOODS did not feel as timely now as it did when it was originally produced. … This play illuminates the importance for each of us as citizens of the world to understand that there are many layers to foreign politics/relations.” Joe Bishara
LOVE AMONG THE RUINS Extends at El Portal Theatre

Love Among the Ruins has been extended on additional week.  Learn more about how to get tickets to the new shows here!
BROADWAY BLESSING Celebrates 25th Anniversary, September 19

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Broadway Blessing. September 19, 7 p.m. St. Malachy's/The Actors' Chapel, 239 W. 49th St.
BWW Exclusive: A History of ANNIE on Broadway and Beyond

Tonight, NBC will air its sixth live musical production. Following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music, Peter Pan, The Wiz, Hairspray, and Jesus Christ Superstar, the peacock network will be presenting Annie. Based on Harold Gray's comic strip titled Little Orphan Annie, this musical tells the story of a little orphan with equal measures of pluck and positivity who charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in New York City in the year 1933.
Musical Version of Cult Classic Film THE LOST BOYS Could Hit the Stage in 2021

In commemoration of the release of the cult classic film THE LOST BOYS, Grammy winner G Tom Mac, singer and songwriter of the film's hit theme song 'Cry Little Sister' is working on a musical version of the film, titled A LOST BOYS STORY. Now it has been revealed that the musical could hit the stage as early as next year.
The CW Orders Another Pilot of THE LOST BOYS Reboot

After ordering a pilot for a reboot of the 1987 film “The Lost Boys” last season, The CW has ordered another one for the 2020-2021 season.
Rialto Chatter: Will Elaine May and Frank Langella Lead LOVE LETTERS Off-Broadway?

Could Love Letters be headed off-Broadway, starring Elaine May and Frank Langella? According to Showbiz411, the duo will lead the A.R. Gurney play this spring at the Acorn Theater on W 42nd St. The production is expected to begin in March.
RONNIE BRIXTON " THE BEST OF BRITISH BOXING Comes to The Space Las Vegas

Paparazzi. Viral videos. A mystery woman. An encyclopedic knowledge of "The Gentleman's Sport." Ronnie Brixton, premiere BBC boxing commentator and son of the famed British boxing trainer "King George" Brixton rushes to get ahead of the burgeoning scandal with a special presentation for his fans. The story transcends boxing, working its way through relationships, the hazards of celebrity, father-son competition, and the slipperiness of gender. Nothing gets held back. Ronnie Brixton - The Best of British Boxing opens at The Space Las Vegas for May 2 a preview run ahead of a run at The Hollywood Fringe 2018 beginning June 2.
Westport Resident/Actor Davina Porter Inducted Into the Narrator Hall of Fame

In celebration of its 20th anniversary Audible Books, whose mission is 'to unleash the power of the spoken word,' has launched The Narrator Hall of Fame honoring 'the voices that transform stories.'
Christopher Lloyd to Headline Reading of POUND in NYC

On Monday, September 18th at 7pm, Triumvirate Artists will present a "one-night-only' reading of POUND by playwright Sean O'Leary featuring award winning actor Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future trilogy) as Ezra Pound and directed by Kathleen Butler.  The play is produced by Triumvirate Artists (John Essay, Daniel Butler and Kathleen Butler).
UP to Present All Seven Seasons of GILMORE GIRLS This Fall

UP announced today it has acquired the full seven-season run of GILMORE GIRLS, the award-winning, fan-favorite family drama starring Lauren Graham (“Parenthood”), Alexis Bledel (The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants), and Melissa McCarthy.
Rachel Weisz Will Return to the Stage in Revival of David Hare's PLENTY at The Public; David Leveaux to Direct

The Public Theater announced today that David Hare's PLENTY will receuve its first major New York revival as part of The Public's 2016-17 season. Directed by five-time Tony Award nominee David Leveaux and featuring Academy and Olivier Award winner Rachel Weisz, the award-winning post-World War II drama about a former secret agent first premiered at The Public in 1982 and then transferred to Broadway in 1983 to receive a Tony nomination for Best Play.
David McMillan's WATCHING O.J. to Make World Premiere in Los Angeles This Fall

Ensemble Studio Theatre/LA presents the World Premiere of WATCHING O.J. by David McMillan Opening Today, October 3, 2015 with reception to follow Running at 8pm Fridays and Todays, and 2pm Sundays through November 8, 2015 EST/LA in Atwater Village Theater at 3269 Casitas Ave. LA, CA 90039.
David McMillan's WATCHING O.J. to Make World Premiere in Los Angeles This Fall

Ensemble Studio Theatre/LA presents the World Premiere of WATCHING O.J. by David McMillan Opening Saturday, October 3, 2015 with reception to follow Running at 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, and 2pm Sundays through November 8, 2015 EST/LA in Atwater Village Theater at 3269 Casitas Ave. LA, CA 90039.
All Seven Seasons of GILMORE GIRLS Coming to UP Network!

UP announced today it has acquired the full seven-season run of 'Gilmore Girls,' the award-winning, fan-favorite family drama starring Lauren Graham
GILMORE GIRLS to Begin Airing on UP This Fall

UP announced today it has acquired the full seven-season run of 'Gilmore Girls,' the award-winning, fan-favorite family drama starring Lauren Graham ('Parenthood'), Alexis Bledel (The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants), Melissa McCarthy ('Mike & Molly,' Spy), Keiko Agena '('Shameless,' Transformers of the Dark Moon), Yanic Truesdale ('Reumeurs'), Scott Patterson ('CSI Miami'), Liza Weil ('Stir of Echoes'), Jared Padalecki ('Supernatural'), Milo Ventimiglia ('Heroes'), Sean Gunn (Guardians of the Gun, Pearl Harbor) and Kelly Bishop ('Bunhead,' 'The Good Wife'), with special appearances by the late Edward Herrmann (The Wolf of Wall Street, The Lost Boys) and recurring guest star Liz Torres ('Devious Maids,' 'Scandal').
Eastbound Theatre Presents THE CAT'S MEOW, Now thru 6/21

Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council, is excited to present the third show of its 21st season, the Hollywood thriller The Cat's Meow, by Steven Peros, directed by Joel Fenster.
Eastbound Theatre to Present THE CAT'S MEOW, 6/5-21

Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council, is excited to present the third show of its 21st season, the Hollywood thriller The Cat's Meow, by Steven Peros, directed by Joel Fenster.
Cast Set for Triumvirate Artists' DELIRIUM'S DAUGHTERS, Opening Off-Broadway Next Month

Triumvirate Artists is pleased to announce the World Premiere of Delirium's Daughters, a new and refreshing take on Commedia Dell'Arte by Nicholas Korn (Stage First Cincinnati), directed by Kathleen Butler (Originated roles in Edward Albee's Three Tall Women, Occupant and Marriage Play). Delirium's Daughters will play a three week limited engagement at The Studio Theatre at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street, Manhattan). Performances begin Thursday, February 26th and continue through Today, March 14th. Opening Night is Today, February 28th at 8 p.m.
DELIRIUM'S DAUGHTERS Begins Off-Broadway Tonight

Triumvirate Artists presents the World Premiere of Delirium's Daughters, a new and refreshing take on Commedia Dell'Arte by Nicholas Korn (Stage First Cincinnati), directed by Kathleen Butler (Originated roles in Edward Albee's Three Tall Women, Occupant and Marriage Play). Delirium's Daughters will play a three week limited engagement at The Studio Theatre at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street, Manhattan). Performances begin tonight, February 26th and continue through Saturday, March 14th. Opening Night is Saturday, February 28th at 8 p.m.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Edward Herrmann been in?

Edward Herrmann has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.

How many West End shows has Edward Herrmann been in?

Edward Herrmann has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Edward Herrmann been nominated for?

Outstanding Featured Actor - Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Psychopatria Sexualis, Best Featured Actor - Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Psychopathia Sexualis, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Plenty, and Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mrs. Warren's Profession.

What awards has Edward Herrmann won?

Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Mrs. Warren's Profession.

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